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The pre-order sales continue until the item is sold-out. First press editions are limited in quantity. Occasionally, they are sold out before the item has even been released.

You are correct about it depending on merchandise sales. Even then, there is no guarantee for a second season....but we can hope. I am trying to show my support and I just pre-ordered the Blu-ray (releases on April 8, 2022) on CDJapan's website. The Blu-ray is translated in English and Chinese; the DVD is not. So if anybody is interested and you need subtitles, you'll need to buy the Blu-ray. CDJapan also has other merchandise you can buy. Below are the links:

https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/searches?term.media_format=&q=my+beautiful+man
https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/searches?term.media_format=&q=utsukushii+kare

I live in the US. I agree that we elect dumb leaders but it hurts my heart to read all the harsh words towards Americans in the comment section plus all the "likes" these comments are getting.
I understand why the world dislikes Americans but to be called dumb makes me feel rejected. That's on me and I probably need to be less sensitive.
However, I can't be too dumb because I absolutely loved Utsukushii Kare!! Yes, being an American I viewed the gun scene as extremely upsetting because of what we suffer with in America. But, it was an important scene because it showed how Hira would go to any lengths to defend Kiyoi. It revealed the depths and extremes of his obsession/love.

I had the same problem when I used my Samsung tablet web browser. I switched to the Google Chrome browser on my tablet and it worked. Also, sometimes it doesn't work on my laptop when I use the Safari browser. But, if I refresh the page the episode is on it then works. I hope this helps you.

History 3: Trapped - Tawainese BL
Night Flight - South Korean BL

As an American, I have seen the Conservatives and the radical right call for censorship constantly. I work at a public library in a very Conservative county in a Midwestern state and the Conservatives here try to ban books/DVDs that have any sexual or LGBTQ+ content in them. Can you imagine what they would do if Utsukushii Kare was in print format and available at our library? They would be protesting outside our library and posting fliers.
A few years back, we actually had a Conservative group try to get us to remove all our DVD copies of Brokeback Mountain . Thank god our Library Director does not acquiesce to these homophobic demands.
I love Japanese series because they delve into the human psyche and how messy humans can be mentally and emotionally. It is not always pretty but it sure is interesting. If we start censoring things because we feel uncomfortable about the topic, we lose as a society.

If someone on Dailymotion does rip off the English subs from Gagaoolala, they will almost immediately get the Dailymotion video removed. Gagaoolala is very good at monitoring and catching anyone illegally downloading their stuff. That is probably why most of the pirate sites only have Google translated videos which are usually awful in their English subs.
You never know someone might sneak the Gagaoolala video through some pirate site and get away with it but I hope most people are going to seek out the legal sites like Gagaoolala.
You can sometimes get a free 7-day or 30-day free trial on these legal sites. Maybe you can see if Gagaoolala has something like that if you don't want to pay a monthly charge. Another option is just pay for a month or two and then cancel when the series is over.

I thought you did a great job with the translation! Thank you for all your hard work.

This site has a lot of BL content: https://theblxpress.wordpress.com/
If you like Thai BL, https://www.facebook.com/LazySubber/ has an extensive list of all upcoming Thai BL all the way into 2022.

Yep....you're correct. I now see that it shows 11 episodes. I was looking at the Viki app on my tablet. When you click on Bite Me, next to 2021 and PG-13 it shows "10 of 12 episodes available" But when you scroll further down and click on episodes it only shows 11. When I look at Viki from my laptop via the web site, it doesn't show 10 or 12 episodes at all. Just 11. I'm not sure why there is a difference between the app and the web site for Viki. Either way, it looks like only 11 episodes.

I checked the Viki site and it shows 12 episodes. So...I am not sure what is. MDL originally showed 12 episodes. Maybe the last two episodes are being combined into one episode.

Well, that is disheartening to hear. I decided to read MDL's Terms of Use and they say "they will not post or submit Contributions that promote racism, bigotry, sexism, religious intolerance or harm against any group or individual". By being against LGBTQ content, MDL is essentially violating their own Terms of Use. By excluding any LGBTQ articles, they are promoting bigotry. I want to have faith that MDL is not homophobic or anti-LGBTQ, but what I have read from you and RandomUsagi I don't know if I can believe that anymore. I like using this site because I enjoy reading the user comments and all their love for shows like Kieta Hatsukoi. Thank you to everyone who shows support for the LGBTQ community!

This scene was during the ending credits. It was around the 1:56:17 mark of the movie. It was a short scene.

MDL has just added a cast list for the Color Rush 2 page. Hyunjun is not listed as a member of the cast. There is a new main character. Hyuk will play a character named Se Hyun. Thankfully, Yoojun will be back as Yeonwoo along with all the other cast members from the first season.

I just noticed that MDL has added the cast to the Color Rush 2 page. It looks like everyone is back except Hyun Jun. I am disappointed but at least Yoojun will be back. That means the Mom mystery will hopefully be resolved. It will be interesting to see what they do with the storyline with the new character (Hyuk as Se Hyun). Do we know how many episodes the new season will be?

I watched it on the following link. When you click on the link, click on the episode you want to watch. Then type in the password that is provided. It is fansubbed. They have done a nice job with the english subtitles. Here's the link:
https://kietahatsukoisub.carrd.co/

This is such a heartfelt and thoughtful critique that I am going to give the show a second chance. Thanks!

Yes, Leon is a fabulous character. Also, we have to give credit to the casting director and actors. Whoever saw the potential of Smart and James as Leon and Pob, should get a raise. I have never seen these two actors before and they are doing a great job with their characters. They are both so likeable!

Ohh, that sounds great. I love Hin in Lovely Writer! The hard-working assistant finally getting his chance to shine with his BL being published and maybe turned into a series. I would watch that, also.

But....as jpny01 and raf jokingly said in the comments below, it must be Mame's assistant who is writing for these two characters. How is it possible that Mame could have written the story line for two lovely and charming guys like Leon and Pob? So, if Mame's "anonymous assistant" would write the Leon and Pob series, maybe you won't withdraw your demand?? I know I would watch!