Best bl so far!
I finished all 9 episodes in one sitting, and honestly—this drama was incredible.
I don’t usually watch BL dramas, and I’m quite picky when it comes to both plot and acting. If either one feels weak, I normally drop a show quickly. But this is the first Chinese BL drama that I’ve watched from start to finish, and it has become one of my favorites.
As a native Cantonese speaker, I actually appreciated the Cantonese dubbing because it made the atmosphere feel even more immersive. I also grew up watching Hong Kong dramas, so I was initially hesitant when I heard this was centered around gang/mafia themes since I’ve seen similar stories many times before. However, I really liked how the show didn’t overcomplicate the gang conflicts and instead focused more on character development and emotional storytelling.
In just 9 episodes, the drama beautifully portrays He Chusan and Xia Liuyi’s journey from meeting each other to falling in love. The pacing feels smooth, with no unnecessary scenes or dialogue. The cinematography, transitions, and small details were all handled extremely well.
The acting was another huge highlight. The entire cast delivered strong performances, including the supporting characters. And the two leads were perfectly cast—they completely exceeded my expectations. Their chemistry felt natural, and every emotional moment, from subtle glances to physical intimacy, was filmed with restraint and beauty.
What I loved most was how cinematic everything felt. It often felt like I was watching a beautifully made film rather than a drama series.
Of course, everyone will have different opinions, but for me, the story, performances, characters, OST, and overall tone were just right.
Huge thanks to the director and production team for creating such a wonderful show.
I’ll definitely be rewatching—and I truly hope there’s a Season 2.
I don’t usually watch BL dramas, and I’m quite picky when it comes to both plot and acting. If either one feels weak, I normally drop a show quickly. But this is the first Chinese BL drama that I’ve watched from start to finish, and it has become one of my favorites.
As a native Cantonese speaker, I actually appreciated the Cantonese dubbing because it made the atmosphere feel even more immersive. I also grew up watching Hong Kong dramas, so I was initially hesitant when I heard this was centered around gang/mafia themes since I’ve seen similar stories many times before. However, I really liked how the show didn’t overcomplicate the gang conflicts and instead focused more on character development and emotional storytelling.
In just 9 episodes, the drama beautifully portrays He Chusan and Xia Liuyi’s journey from meeting each other to falling in love. The pacing feels smooth, with no unnecessary scenes or dialogue. The cinematography, transitions, and small details were all handled extremely well.
The acting was another huge highlight. The entire cast delivered strong performances, including the supporting characters. And the two leads were perfectly cast—they completely exceeded my expectations. Their chemistry felt natural, and every emotional moment, from subtle glances to physical intimacy, was filmed with restraint and beauty.
What I loved most was how cinematic everything felt. It often felt like I was watching a beautifully made film rather than a drama series.
Of course, everyone will have different opinions, but for me, the story, performances, characters, OST, and overall tone were just right.
Huge thanks to the director and production team for creating such a wonderful show.
I’ll definitely be rewatching—and I truly hope there’s a Season 2.
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