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I watched the series. There are some similar ideas, but it's not the same at all.

What do you mean? Is it a remake?

They released the first two episodes?

If only someone would take down this cruel, brutal regime already

And what about the actors who have to return to China? What’s happening with them, and how are they treated there?

As time goes on, stories are becoming increasingly bland due to constant censorship. In the U.S., romance has become one of the least profitable genres—people just don’t watch it anymore.

But in my view, what’s really dead is sanity and critical thinking. People can no longer distinguish fantasy from reality. They’re unable to watch anything that breaks the mold—unless, of course, it comes from China.

I haven’t read the novel, I'm curious how big the gap is.

Does it change later on?

Korean dramas have a much larger audience, so you hear less criticism, whereas with a Jseries that most of the Western audience doesn't watch, the minority tends to be more vocal.

I understand your distress, and I do think it’s inappropriate to do something like that in real life—especially if the other person isn’t interested or aware of it.

But because films have become increasingly censored, they’ve also become more boring. That’s why I believe genres that allow boldness without the constant moral lens will become more extreme and more sought-after—and this is already proving true.

For example, Chinese dramas are very daring, and the fact that international Western audiences are preferring to watch Chinese or Japanese series says a lot. The more censorship increases, the more people will want to break boundaries. Humans are driven by instinct; they have unrealistic desires, and they seek escape through the screen. They watch a series and enjoy it—even if they’d never actually do those things in real life.
That said, it’s also possible that there are violent people who will act on it, regardless of censorship.

In short, don’t take people’s comments to heart as if they’re absolute truth or reflect the moral state of humanity.

In my opinion, the other actor is more attractive, but that’s a matter of personal taste. Anyways Thanks for the laugh.

I really love Hirano and the way portrays his character.
The story is beautiful, deep, and inspiring.
The actors are excellent, and the place is gorgeous.
Still, there's something missing in the production that leaves me feeling a bit unsatisfied.

It might be because Kono doesn’t get enough screen time, and we don’t see the depth of his character. He gives off a sense of distance, which is part of the role, and he does it beautifully—so I don’t think it’s the actor’s fault. I just think there’s something off in the production. Maybe they don’t show enough of his side of the story, or maybe things move too fast. There’s no real buildup of tension.

Do you know if they will release a version without dubbing?

It's because they're unrestrained - they have no censorship or political correctness like other countries.

I'm obsessed with this just like I was with Addicted. It's hard to wait until Monday- it’s constantly on my mind. Chai Ji Dan is a genius. I wonder if she’s the one guiding them in the behind-the-scenes videos.

I have a theory about the white snake and the symbolic meaning of the snakes in the series.
********With spoilers up until Ep 8*******

According to Chinese tradition, there’s a famous legend called The Legend of the White Snake, which seems highly relevant here-especially since Chi’s main snake is white.

The white snake symbolizes authentic love, perhaps a first love, that is difficult to let go of. It was given to Chi by his ex, meaning it represents his emotional history—his identity before he surrendered to social and familial pressure.

The fact that Chi keeps only the white snake in his room shows a deep, private, and hidden emotional attachment. It may symbolize his sexual identity.

His father confiscates the other snakes, and both of his parents try to force him to "straighten out"—a clear metaphor for the suppression of his personal identity by family and society.

Yueyue tries to kill the snake—an unconscious attempt to erase his past and his true orientation. She’s part of the effort to shape him into a socially acceptable, heteronormative version of himself.

Wu, on the other hand, protects the white snake. He not only accepts Chi’s orientation—he respects it. He helps Chi preserve a part of himself without having to sacrifice everything. Wu’s act is a conscious sacrifice: he might be jealous, but he doesn’t try to control—he chooses to support.

Thus, the white snake represents hidden or forbidden love, and perhaps Chi’s true sexual identity—something that is protected only by someone who truly loves him, even if they are not chosen in return.

This interpretation is based on what we’ve seen before episode 9. It may develop further, but so far, it seems likely that the author deliberately used the white snake as a symbolic reference to the legendary tale.

Let me know if you'd like a shorter or more literary version as well.

In episode 7, it's Wu asking that her son stop harassing him because he's normal.
And in episode 8, it says to stop forcing her son to get married and have children because they love each other. The second message is from the girlfriend, who scheduled the marriage registration for next month.

“Somewhere in Your Eyes”

As I mentioned—and it seems you didn’t actually read what I wrote—this is a romantic fantasy comedy, so it’s not meant to be logical.
In my opinion they carry spiritual meaning in Chinese culture, and there’s a symbolic layer here that isn’t supposed to make sense in realistic terms, but rather operates on a conceptual level. The son is fighting for his identity and his desire to be gay. His family opposes it and wants him to be “normal.” He’s currently in conflict with himself—whether to let go of his parents’ expectations or give in to their desire for him to become “normal,” marry a woman, and keep the “snake” (Gayness) hidden on the side.

It’s very possible she even intended a deeper meaning with the snake as temptation.

Based on what I’ve seen of her previous series, I believe she does put thought into the messages she conveys, even if it might appear ridiculous on the surface. This series is more comedic than her first one, but I still think there’s meaning here.

You could try asking her directly—maybe she’ll answer.

In any case, your critique wasn’t substantial and didn’t take into account the full scope, which includes plot, acting, music—there are review categories points for a reason, and they should be addressed accordingly.

This message is for the person who gave the series a 1 star rating just because they didn’t like the snakes in the first episode:

This is a romantic fantasy comedy, original, unconventional, and written by a gifted author who is also involved in the production. She sparked a revolution in the BL world about a decade ago and is now considered one of the most popular Chinese creators worldwide. Each episode attracts between 3 to 4 million views and that is no coincidence. Audiences in China and beyond deeply connect with her dramas and novels.

Giving the series a low rating just because of a brief appearance of snakes (which are animated, by the way) is neither fair nor constructive. Like any fantasy series, there are symbolic, surreal, or exaggerated elements. That is part of the genre and its charm. Yes, Chinese productions often use dubbing and somewhat cliché sound effects, which can slightly cheapen the overall production value, but beyond that, this is a clever and entertaining series. It deserves to be judged for its full comedic value, not dismissed over a minor detail in the opening.