A piece argues Firefly's Inara should have had a romance with Kaylee instead of Mal, citing their strong on-screen chemistry and Inara's confirmed bisexuality.
01Summary
- 01Inara and Kaylee showed strong chemistry from the pilot, when Inara comforted a wounded Kaylee calling her 'baby'.
- 02Firefly confirmed Inara's bisexuality, including taking female clients, making a romance with Kaylee plausible.
- 03Kaylee's storylines largely revolved around her crush on Simon, limiting her character development.
- 04Inara faced frequent hardship from Mal's condescension and attacks on the crew.
02Why it matters
This piece re-evaluates Firefly's romantic pairings ahead of possible revivals or anniversary discussions, suggesting an alternative relationship that could have deepened both characters.
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