That's the fastest I have ever gotten through 46 episodes. Now, what do I watch that's on this level.
Have you tried Young Blood? The beginning is a bit confusing but it's very fast paced and fun. It's by the same screenwriter as Joy of Life. (Engles and Youngsters is too if you're interested, it's a very different feel from these shows but just as exciting!)
The bromance part was sort of fanservice to viewers who like this genre. You took that too seriously since this…
not sure on the bl part, but I'm pretty sure the female lead was originally a much smaller role. There's evidence to support that the two guys were suppose to be roommates instead. Also, even the side female characters in this show are better written. It's only her thats underdeveloped.
I feel like this show is literally setting them up to fail, the whole structure needs to be re-evaluated. The producers are there to help them get better but they aren't even given any feedback for their scores. In the end, the only ones who get criticized are the boys themselves when they're just responding to what the show wants.
Watched this last year when I went to China, was really surprised at how much I enjoyed it considering I've never shown any interest when my mother watched these. ouo My only complaint is that the ending was kinda rushed, the characters were hilarious though.
Also, even the side female characters in this show are better written. It's only her thats underdeveloped.