There are certain people you'd invite to a business event, and certain ways to behave. But love plots make people do silly things. Interesting dynamic between Shao Peng and Zi Xiang, somewhat unexpectedly physically and sexually. Sigh - Shuhe and Jessica are behaving as might be expected, but there's some nuance to Shuhe due to genuinely caring about Shao Peng, and indeed what it is to have a relationship.Fairly predictable generally. All about the relationships with the assassination plot not in view. You'll enjoy the ep for sensual scenes, but not for most of the writing. Back to the shower!
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Zi Xiang makes this the cutest episode so far - happily in love he's oblivious to lots else. Including others' feelings this won't go well. The business and assassination plot is moving on, too. But we get some affection and passion this ep :)Xin Jia is kinda cute, too. Feng Jie clearly wants to protect him - protecting those you love being a theme for the main characters. It appears that issues arising are more to do with status/business than sexuality as that's not explicitly raised so far as an issue.
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Lots of emotional clearing of the air - Shao Peng, Xi Ziang and Shao Peng's parents. There are others who still need to do so. Wonderfully conveyed by Jin Lun in particular.Nice to see Xi Ziang getting to sleep outside a cupboard. I hope the writers are able to give the women something more positive than scheming and jealousy.
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Well, a lot happened there! The introduction of Jessica was interesting - and the twists and turns of how her character operates and what she may be thinking. Good acting. Feel Xi Jiang's character needed some stronger direction on expressing his emotions - rather than to keep looking pretty. The 'side' ship is fun but best not to think too hard about the plot there. Fast paced episode.
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Rather too much silliness in this one.There's an interesting interlude early on but then plot nonsense and rather too much time with our would-be assassin. Even the diarrhoea 'gag' isn't that funny.
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It's a highly rated ep but something about it irritated me. Too many 'nearly' moments? Also some odd moments around the assassination plot. We get more detail of the apology/please come back conversation. What was hinted at through some behaviours is more explicit. Jonathan has noticed a 'connection' between his employer and carer even if they haven't yet. The learning sign language parts are good.
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Shao Peng finds out Xi Ziang's talent in the most adorable apology scene. Realised it was nice to have this outdoor scene as inside could feel stifling - literally perhaps for some. Comic interactions continue to be great inc Shao Peng's mum. Behind the assassination attempts - no surprise there. Storm wise, it's surely time for Shuhe to find out who her friend is caring for. As for getting closer... Hm, that shirt looks familiar from the titles...Sweet episode!
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Laugh out loud moments with 'Jonathan' and a would-be assassin. Some tender moments between Shao Peng and Zi Xiang. Getting wet and the need to be carried tropes are well covered.
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Someone hasn't seen enough 'evil genius' baddies if they're asking about causing trouble while in a wheelchair. This after Little Boss managed just that earlier in the episode anyway.So, the comedy drama side is upped here. There're verbal laughs and physical timing. We do get a little character insight - the contrasting attitudes of their parents towards the leads, and Jonathan's on the town flirting. Having recently finished another Taiwanese show, I was able to appreciate the cameo too.Buffoon baddies will no doubt bring humour as we get more dramatic depth elsewhere. The acting's ok there. I know we can predict what will happen but half-wish the title sequence didn't give away so much. The sets feel 'too clean' somehow. Bright and a bit harsh. An enjoyable episode with fun, flirting and some tension.
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I like that we get to see a bit more about what motivates them. Shao Peng shows himself to be caring but he has logic behind his career choice. He's also strong (mentally and physically). Zi Xiang continues to be bratty ( calls Jonathan to get him a drink while stood next to the fridge) but also see he's felt inferior to his brother, has no real interest in the family business and doesn't like being made to work in it. But he's not stupid, probably spoilt so why not take advantage of what it offers? He IS lazy ...We also see more of Shuhe in relation to both leads. There's some good timing - comedic and serious moments. We also get more signing which is a good thing. Shao Peng's expressions say a great deal without a word being spoken. In terms of sexuality, felt it was being made fairly clear that Zi Xiang is interested in men and women. What interest he's had in return, harder to say. Am glad we got an explanation for the showering - I really wondered what sort of order was that?
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Too early to say regarding chemistry on the two young men but looks hopeful.Shao Peng comes across as decent and capable, needing to be given a chance. Hints he CAN be assertive where necessary. His parents are great fun to watch.Zi Xiang is an entitled brat so will need to undergo an improving character arc. Don't trust Shuhe/receptonist'. Not sure about Jonathan. Comedy with action is often OTT but enjoyable. Definitely interested in seeing more from this opener.
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This is probably a fave ending to a BL because it's such a happy ending. There's not masses in terms of plot, but you get the cast dressed up and a pretty sexy love scene. You can guess they choose the bar as the venue but that's no doubt more to do with the sets, lots of good reasons not to choose it. Recovery from ep 11. The proposal was a bit unexpected. Women don't fare terribly well in the series. Mothers are absent and dates to be humiliated, even a potential ally gets cast as a temporary rival.
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The running towards one another had to come in somewhere.Okay, so parents not to blame for the break up. But it doesn't make sense. A pre-emptive 'you'll be unhappy' so end it now? Surely Li Gong does not think Ze Shou is humouring him by dating?! At least Nikita saved Li Gong from blind dates. Her behaviour towards Ze Shou was off but 1) Given his usual behaviour in the bar it's not that surprising she doesn't see them as a good match2) Her own feelings for Li Gong get in the way, not to mention her clearly seeing how he felt about Ze Shou when Ze Shou was 'oblivious'She probably thought they split waaay too easily - viewers would agree. Coffee and vintage clothes sales - how to keep a laundromat afloat.
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WT? Well, I thought it was presumptuous of Ze Shou thinking his dad wanted them to break up, but we see Li Gong visit Mr Zheng and then Li Gong tells Ze Shou they have no future. He's already said he wouldn't be friends if they 'divorced'.As for Nikita's next step. Seriously? That bar's going to be awkward.Work's going g to be awkward. Awkward neighbours, too. Li Gong clearly doesn't have any heart in what he's saying. Ze Shou suspects it, too. This is so early on the roses are still in full bloom. Left feeling annoyed. Twist thrown in to drag the drama out?
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I kinda felt I'd missed something. Wasn't sure why Li Gong wondered why Ze Shou had come round. Their disagreement didn't seem that.profound.So, a bit of turbulence in this episode. Ze Shou shouldn't be that shocked by his dad's shock at a kiss, he was, too until recently. Presumptuous to assume Mr Zheng wants to break them up - he hasn't processed it yet. Certainly the portrayal was more disappointment and confusion, maybe anger at being deceived. Also, he's having an emotional time of it. Interesting the sin became a divorce lawyer though it's unclear his long separated parents ever officially finished things. There's a quiet strength in Li Gong. Should stand them well in time's ahead, especially senior or professional opposition. Ying Ze HAS moved out of his comfort zone, but ( okay, some hoarding tendencies and wrapping emotions in STUFF here) throwing stuff out without asking is rude. That said, Yuki may have foreseen a No, and it's not even Ying Ze's stuff. Once again the voice of reason from little Ling Ling.Had enough of that awful series/movie they've been watching - ha ha.
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