I posted the original comment about 10 months ago, and I have an update to the update:
UPDATE #2: In between tours of Japan and Vietnam, I flew to Taipei and visited the intersection featured in the final scene.* I literally stood on the respective corners as well as walking down the same street as they did at the end (and taking loads of pictures). My heart is content!
*fortunately, there was sufficient street signs and identifiable buildings in the shots to identify the specific intersection.
ORIGINAL POST: Kudos to Shao Peng's dad for firmly setting Sean's father straight on what it means to be a parent! What I love most about Shao Peng's and Sean's relationship is how open and communicative they are with one another and that they ARE NOT AFRAID to cry. If I ever go to Taiwan, I'd love to find that street corner in the final episode to just be where they were.
UPDATE #1 : It helps to look at a map. I will be visiting Japan and then Vietnam in September/October 2025. It turns out that Taiwan is literally on the way. So, I will be at that street corner.
I wake up so early on Tuesdays just to soothe my (so single) soul by watching this couple! I don't think I have witnessed someone whose body was literally humming and quivering as Yoon-Oh's does after Tai In kissed him the first time (ep 4). Yoon-Oh's anticipation for the next kiss was subtly breathtaking.
I agree with the other commenters: These two are among the best actors in BLs (or otherwise) out there. Kudos to the production company and creative team for honoring us with such a beautiful series.
I adore this series and the gentle way Keishi is drawing Tojo out of his self-imposed emotional cell to accept not only others but himself. What made me laugh about this episode was Tojo's turning his plushie around on the couch so as not to witness what might potentially happen.
Regarding the marriage discussion (below), Flirt Milk didn't show the wedding but did show the framed marriage certificates of Phra-ek and Nomjuet on their condo's wall in the final scenes of the finale. Flirt Milk's air dates were January 25-March 29, 2025.
Thinking back to my high school days (last century), I had book smarts, but I didn't have relationship smarts as in never had a date, let alone a boyfriend. I think my first-ever date was when I was 22 . Years later, my 60-year-old former partner couldn't share an emotion even if his life depended on it. Remember, our prefrontal cortexes don't even hit anything that looks like maturity until around 25 (and I'm not convinced mine is fully developed even at my age!) So from my perspective, I think Kim/Mon and Kit/Shane are doing remarkably well navigating those emotional landmines. For Shane, his buffering with his new-to-him emotions is totally understandable. And I can so relate to Kim's fearfulness and lack of self-confidence. They both will get there; we just need to give them grace in the meantime.
I won't say how many times I've watched episodes 17-24 for the sheer happiness of Faifa's and Wine's story, but on this last viewing, I noticed a plot point I hadn't noticed before. In Ep 21, Wine is moaning on how he's lazy, doesn't like to pack, and doesn't like to sleep in unfamiliar places after Ben was disappointed that the Engineers Unite event (to be held in Chiang Mai) was canceled. None of that mattered as he determined to go solo to get those bracelets for his boyfriend (despite having agreed earlier go with Yotha, with Faifa joining them). As he later shared, Faifa made him brave to overcome those fears. What these two won't do for the other.
We won’t talk about how Wine managed to get to a music festival in Nan that’s about 9 hours north of Bangkok (assuming that’s where their university is). Let’s talk logistics on how Faifa was able to get his mother to the airport, pack, get to Nan (plane/drive), assemble all the camping gear (tent, mats, sleeping bags, pillows, and lanterns), find his boyfriend in the crowd, and still have energy for comfort and lovin’. Now that’s devotion.
What’s remarkable about the music festival scene is that Faifa never once made Wine feel foolish for having embarked on this solo journey (which was way out of Wine’s comfort zone; kudos to Wine for doing it). Faifa never scolded. He asked questions and listened – without interrupting! Their communication is such a breath of fresh air.
I’m definitely doing screen captures of Faifa, swathed in blue as he kisses Wine.
I just can't stop commenting! When Faifa asks Wine to be his boyfriend, he says, "Let's be a couple." Wine responds, "Let's be a couple." I feel that specific phrasing is way more powerful than the typical "be my boyfriend" line. That phrasing shows that they already think of themselves as a "we" and not a *me*, *my*, or an "I." Kudos to the writers.
P.S. I love the way Faifa and Wine just look at Gun with the flowers. No need for words.
Many posters have commented on Faifa's and Wine's phenomenal interpersonal communication skills. I totally agree, and I'd like to add that I don't think I heard either of them say "nothing" when asked what's wrong. As we know, nothing is usually something and is often a death knell in any relationship. Their openness and honesty are perfect (no pun intended).
When someone has something going on, does that person want to be hugged, heard, or helped? Wine’s superpower is knowing what Faifa wants, or more accurately, what Faifa needs . . . whether being present, quietly holding Faifa’s hand; listening to him sharing his feelings; or giving him solid, practical advice. Wine is not a milquetoast but a strong resilient, clearly defined adult who pays attention.
Moreover, Faifa also listens attentively. Note how he tilts his head, particularly when he is talking to Wine. His body language speaks volumes,
Wine and Faifa are the most adult* individuals of the bunch and are my favorites.
UPDATE #2:
In between tours of Japan and Vietnam, I flew to Taipei and visited the intersection featured in the final scene.* I literally stood on the respective corners as well as walking down the same street as they did at the end (and taking loads of pictures). My heart is content!
*fortunately, there was sufficient street signs and identifiable buildings in the shots to identify the specific intersection.
ORIGINAL POST:
Kudos to Shao Peng's dad for firmly setting Sean's father straight on what it means to be a parent!
What I love most about Shao Peng's and Sean's relationship is how open and communicative they are with one another and that they ARE NOT AFRAID to cry. If I ever go to Taiwan, I'd love to find that street corner in the final episode to just be where they were.
UPDATE #1 : It helps to look at a map. I will be visiting Japan and then Vietnam in September/October 2025. It turns out that Taiwan is literally on the way. So, I will be at that street corner.
I agree with the other commenters: These two are among the best actors in BLs (or otherwise) out there. Kudos to the production company and creative team for honoring us with such a beautiful series.
I love how open they are with one another. My heart is warmed.
What’s remarkable about the music festival scene is that Faifa never once made Wine feel foolish for having embarked on this solo journey (which was way out of Wine’s comfort zone; kudos to Wine for doing it). Faifa never scolded. He asked questions and listened – without interrupting! Their communication is such a breath of fresh air.
I’m definitely doing screen captures of Faifa, swathed in blue as he kisses Wine.
P.S. I love the way Faifa and Wine just look at Gun with the flowers. No need for words.
Moreover, Faifa also listens attentively. Note how he tilts his head, particularly when he is talking to Wine. His body language speaks volumes,
Wine and Faifa are the most adult* individuals of the bunch and are my favorites.
*except when Faifa drinks.