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Millions of people around the world love this series, and I’m a bloke all the way from Australia—so please stop stereotyping fans as “fangirls.” Many of my friends also love this show, and none of us are what you’re implying.

First, watching a rape scene does not mean we fantasize about it or think it’s okay. By that logic, if someone watches a murder mystery or John Wick, do they suddenly want to go out and kill people? Of course not. Dark scenes in films and dramas exist to tell a story, portray trauma, and make you feel something—not to normalize the act.

The opening scene of Revenged Love was designed to shock and set up the emotional weight of Chi Cheng’s journey—it’s part of the storytelling, not a celebration of assault.

And let’s be consistent: if we’re going to condemn every fictional series with morally gray or criminal actions, then we’d have to start with thousands of global shows and movies, like:

Outlander – includes multiple sexual assault plots, yet has millions of fans.
Euphoria, Revenge, The Sopranos, Mad Men, Bridgerton – all feature dark or disturbing acts by their leads.
Even Game of Thrones is filled with assault and murder, but audiences understand fiction is not reality.
Are we going to flood all those pages with the same outrage? Or is this judgment only reserved for BL dramas?

Fiction is about storytelling. Characters can be flawed, cruel, or broken and still have purpose—whether to horrify us, challenge us, or eventually redeem themselves. Characters are not real. Actors are not their roles. Viewers are capable of understanding the difference.

If dark themes aren’t for you, that’s perfectly fine. But don’t accuse millions of fans of “normalizing” assault just because we enjoy a fictional drama with complex, imperfect characters.

I totally get what you’re saying, and I respect that perspective, but I feel a bit differently because of the emotional context and how the scene plays out.

Yes, Tuo initiates most of the kisses—but to me, his actions never truly cross the line into “forceful.” If you watch closely, Jun Xi doesn’t show discomfort or fear. He hesitates, sure—likely out of shock because this is his best friend making a move—but he doesn’t push Tuo away, look upset, or pull back. Instead, after the surprise fades, he either leans in or allows the moment to happen. That is mutual, nonverbal consent—and it’s something we often see in romance storytelling across all cultures.

In real life and in BL dramas, passion doesn’t always come with a verbal “Can I kiss you?” Sometimes, the chemistry, the eye contact, the stillness between two people is the permission.

Look at examples:
-2gether the Series: Sarawat kissed Tine without asking first, and it became one of the most beloved BL moments ever.

-Semantic Error: Jae Young caught Sang Woo off guard with a kiss, and the audience swooned because it was charged with mutual tension, not fear.

-Revenged Love (Chinese BL, which you’re watching right now): Chi Cheng has initiated kisses and intimacy with Wu Suo Wei multiple times. Did he ever ask first? No—but the mutual signals were crystal clear.

I actually think this is why the scene works emotionally. It feels raw and real, showing that their relationship is shifting from friendship to something deeper. Tuo needed that moment to pause and learn to read the situation better—but the way Jun Xi responded shows this wasn’t about ignoring consent. It was about silent understanding, the kind that makes romance so powerful.

Haha, guess we all see things differently! 😄 Personally, I think he’s tall, handsome, and totally my type — nothing weird about him at all.

💔 Suntiny started off wild and hilarious with the whole body-swap chaos, but quickly became boring and plotless. MaxNat are amazing actors, but they deserved a much better script. 5/10

Please stop promoting illegal platforms and watch this on their offical YouTube channel (GMMTV) instead. The actors, crew, and creators poured their time, talent, and energy into bringing this story to life — they deserve our support, not to have their work stolen.

This series is available for FREE on YouTube. There is absolutely no excuse to promote piracy here. It’s not just unacceptable — it’s downright disrespectful to the people who made the series and to fans who actually choose to support it the right way.

Sharing illegal streaming links isn’t just unlawful. It’s a slap in the face to the entire production team. Promoting piracy doesn’t “help” anyone — it actively destroys opportunities for the creators, actors, and staff who work tirelessly to give us the content we love.

If you truly care about BL and want to see more quality series in the future, then support them through legal channels. That’s how the industry grows — and frankly, it’s the bare minimum any real fan should do.

I get where you’re coming from, but I actually see it differently. For me, the love interest doesn’t feel “too pushy,” because the context and body language really matter.

Yes, Tuo is the one initiating most of the kisses, but if you really watch closely, Jun Xi never shows signs of being uncomfortable. He hesitates at first—probably out of surprise, since it’s his best friend making a move—but he doesn’t push Tuo away. In fact, he either leans in or reciprocates after the initial shock. That’s not “forced”; that’s natural progression from surprise to acceptance.

Romance—especially in BL—often uses nonverbal consent as part of the tension and storytelling. If every kiss had to be preceded by a verbal “Can I kiss you?” like a legal contract, the emotional impact and chemistry would disappear. It’s the same in most romance dramas, BL or not. For example:

In 2gether the Series, Sarawat leaned in for his first kiss with Tine without asking, and it became iconic.

In Semantic Error, Jae Young kissed Sang Woo unexpectedly, but it was clear Sang Woo wasn’t traumatized—he was just flustered.

Revenged Love (Chinese BL) – You’re watching it right now. Chi Cheng has kissed and initiated intimacy with Wu Suo Wei several times. Did he ever ask first? Nope. Mutual signals, yes.

Even in Western series like Bridgerton or The Vampire Diaries, passionate kisses almost never start with a verbal request—they rely on mutual energy.

To me, the kisses in this series feel intentional, not forced. Tuo initiates, but Jun Xi accepts—that’s mutual, nonverbal consent. I think it’s a realistic portrayal of how romance often unfolds naturally.

You commented this right after Episode 3 aired, so naturally I assumed you were talking about the Episode 3 kiss. If you actually meant Episode 2, then it would have helped to specify that in your original comment.

Anyway, I just rewatched Episode 2 to respond properly. Yes, Tuo kissed Jun Xi first. Jun Xi was shocked for a second—probably because his best friend suddenly kissed him— He hesitated, processed what happened, and then went along with it. That is still a form of mutual, nonverbal consent.

If we follow your logic strictly, almost every single BL and most romance dramas would be “problematic,” because very few characters stop to formally ask, “Can I kiss you?” before leaning in. It’s just not how most on-screen or even real-life romantic moments work. Think about it:

TharnType (Thai BL) – Tharn kissed Type multiple times without asking first, and it’s one of the most popular BLs ever.

2gether the Series – Sarawat never once asked Tine verbally before leaning in for kisses; the consent was mutual through body language.

My Stand-In – Every kiss between Ton and Chet was initiated naturally; no verbal request, just mutual chemistry.

Revenged Love (Chinese BL) – You’re watching it right now. Chi Cheng has kissed and initiated intimacy with Wu Suo Wei several times. Did he ever ask first? Nope. Mutual signals, yes.

Western dramas – Even outside BL, think Friends, The Vampire Diaries, or Bridgerton—how many times do characters stop mid-scene to verbally ask before a kiss? Almost never, unless it’s intentionally written for comedy or awkwardness.

If every show followed your version of consent, it would be painfully awkward:

“Hey, can I kiss you now?”
“Yes, you may kiss me.”
And… poof, the romantic tension is gone.

Nonverbal consent is a real, valid, and widely recognized form of consent in both real life and storytelling. People use body language, eye contact, and mutual chemistry as cues.

Honestly, if this type of natural, nonverbal romantic progression bothers you, then maybe BL dramas—and honestly, most romance dramas—just aren’t for you. Because by your standard, you’d have to call out hundreds of series you’ve already watched.

I get what you mean about enjoying the simplicity of Taiwanese BLs, but I just wanted to add—please don’t judge a book by its cover. 😊

You really can’t determine if someone is a top or bottom just by how they look or act. That’s a stereotype, and it doesn’t always reflect reality. For example, a masculine guy can be a bottom, and a more feminine guy can be a top—or they could both be versatile! There’s nothing wrong with being either, but labeling Chance as a top just by appearance isn’t really fair.

Let’s enjoy the story and let the characters show us who they are without boxing them in.

It wasn’t just one kiss—they even paused and then went back for a second kiss. 😏 If Tuo was uncomfortable, he would’ve stopped right there, but instead, he leaned in for that second kiss, which pretty much shows he was enjoying it.

Totally agree! I’ve seen all the Taiwanese BLs this year, and Secret Lover is definitely the standout. ❤️
That said, Chinese BLs still take the crown for me—they just have a different vibe and storytelling that hits harder.

Personally, I felt that moment was a clear example of mutual, nonverbal consent. Did you know consent can be nonverbal as well? Tao initiated the kiss, but Junxi didn’t pull away—he leaned in and responded naturally. His body language clearly showed he was comfortable and wanted it too.

In real life, not every romantic moment comes with a verbal “Can I kiss you?” Sometimes the chemistry speaks louder than words, and here, it really felt like both of them were in sync.

I agree with you, though I’d probably phrase it a bit more gently. 😅

I don’t think Tao did anything wrong in that moment. In real life—and not just in BL dramas—people don’t always stop to formally ask, “Can I kiss you?” Especially when there’s clear chemistry. Sometimes, things just happen naturally.

In Episode 3, Tao initiated the kiss, yes—but Junxi didn’t pull away, didn’t look shocked, and definitely didn’t seem uncomfortable. In fact, he leaned into it. If Junxi had pushed him away or shown any sign of not wanting it, then it’d be a problem. But that wasn’t the case at all.

Not every moment needs a verbal contract. There’s such a thing as mutual, nonverbal consent—and that kiss felt like two people on the same page.

This series totally gives Something is Not Right vibes—that Korean BL from a few months ago. Same setup: childhood friends crushing on each other but taking the entire season just to confess in the final episode. And what did people say? “Ugh, it’s too slow!”

Now enter Secret Lover. Tuo doesn’t waste time—he straight-up confesses to Jun Xi early on. Bold, honest, no dragging it out. And guess what? People are still whining: “It’s moving too fast!”

Like… hello? Can we make up our minds? 😂

Honestly, I’m here for both styles. I love a slow burn like Cherry Magic or Our Dating Sim, but I also eat up fast-paced stories like Love Mate or Naked Dining. As long as the chemistry hits and the story’s good, I’m not complaining.

Please consider watching this on Viki or if it’s not available yet, subscribe to their Yourube channel instead of illegal platforms. 🙏
The actors, crew, and creators worked hard to bring this story to life — they deserve to be supported, not pirated. 💔

If you don’t want to pay or can’t afford it, that’s your personal choice — but don’t come here and promote illegal websites like it’s acceptable.
It’s disrespectful to the people who made the series and to fans who choose to support it the right way.

Sharing illegal streaming links is not only unlawful but deeply disrespectful to the entire production team.
Promoting piracy doesn’t just harm the industry — it takes away opportunities from the very people who work so hard to create the content we love.

If you truly care about BL and want to see more quality shows in the future, support them through legal channels.
That’s how the industry grows — and it’s the least we can do.

I completely agree with you.

The Sparkle In Your Eye is listed as a Singaporean production, and Meet You at the Blossom is marked as Thai — but we all know they’re actually Chinese.

They do this to get around censorship and protect the projects. It’s a clever workaround to keep Chinese BL alive and accessible.

On July 17, Revenged Love hit an incredible 9.0 on MDL — the highest-rated BL drama ever on the platform, which is a huge achievement considering there are over 700+ BL titles listed.

But then, within just one hour, the score dropped from 9.0 to 8.6? 🤨 That’s seriously suspicious. It feels more like a coordinated hate campaign or a flood of trolls rather than genuine viewer feedback.

It’s honestly frustrating. Probably a bunch of people who didn’t even watch the series — just downvoting for no reason. It’s such a shame to see quality storytelling get dragged down like that.

Totally agree with you — Chai Ji Dan truly has a gift. Her characters are chaotic, messy, intense, and yet you can’t help but root for them. She’s just one year older than me, and yet her imagination when it comes to boys’ love is absolutely wild! 😜

I’m completely obsessed with all her works — Addicted, Revenged Love, Stay With Me, and Advanced Bravely are all solid 10/10 for me.

And yes, while Counterattack had its problematic moments, there’s no denying how addictive her writing is. Her stories live rent-free in my head — I keep coming back to them. 😅

I’ve read both Addicted novels multiple times. Even though it was banned, my imagination ran wild with every chapter. The Thai remake just didn’t capture the original spark, but I’m still holding out hope for a proper remake someday.

Thank you for your sweet words — they truly mean a lot to me.

Just like with Addicted, I’ll read the novel after finishing the series because I want to avoid spoilers and experience the story as it unfolds on screen. Then, once I read the novel, I can let my imagination take over — picturing the characters I’ve grown to love and deepening the connection through their inner thoughts and emotions.

English, literature, and writing — especially anything poetic — have always been my favourite subjects in school. I’m just an Aussie guy who loves BL and enjoys writing a bit of poetry on the side. It’s my way of expressing how deeply these stories make me feel.

This episode broke me. Miscommunication and unspoken truths really are the most painful parts of love. It’s not always what someone does — it’s what they don’t say that hurts the most.

Chi Cheng kept his promise to Wu Suo Wei’s mum, but in doing so, he left Wu Suo Wei in the dark at a time he needed honesty the most. It wasn’t betrayal — it was silence, and sometimes that’s even worse.

And then that kiss… it shattered everything. If Wu Suo Wei had just waited a little longer… if Chi Cheng had a chance to explain that he was forced by his ex… maybe none of this would’ve happened.

But I guess, in the end, a perfect love story doesn’t exist. It’s the heartbreak, the flaws, the missed moments — that’s what makes it real. And right now? My heart hurts for both of them. 💔