Not a Robot

This book has terrible SA, non-con, dub-con, etc. If the series follows the book, I hope that the brigade sees the warnings (check the discussion area) and doesn't flood the boards. I'm not condoning SA, nor is it my kink, but I feel that these boards are can be very judgmental and elitist in their kink shaming. Obviously some people enjoy this type of content, and they know fiction from real life. I may not even watch this series until it is over due to the heaviness, but I also will not be judgmental toward people who enjoy this type of FICTION. The BL world used to accept that people have different kinks, and the manga and DJs reflect this. I think that other populations came to the BL community and started trying to drown out voices they don't like. Just my opinion.

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I ordered it a couple of days ago, but I haven't finished it yet. I'm glad they are starting to publish these novels in English.

I really like how Turbo is catching the essence of the manga's Izumi. Growing up in an entertainment family, trying to find his own way, being a little stubborn and childish at times. I'm really enjoying this adaptation more than the Japanese live action movie.

Please stay safe and take care of yourself.

Thee has a brother complex, but his love is Jet, if they include the subplot in this version. In the manga Shougo and Rei have their own novel, and it's called "Back Stage."

I read somewhere that many ethnic Chinese in Thailand use "hia" for older brother instead of "phi." I can't cite the source because it was so long ago, and I don't know if it is a loan word from Chinese, or something that evolved.

I like it so far. In the manga, Ryoma is way more direct about his feelings for Izumi. Also, in the manga, Izumi's art skills are terrible, and the mangaka's drawings of them in the manga are hilarious. I wish they had not improved Anda's drawing skills (I was looking forward to seeing their version of bad drawing), but I don't mind that Ryou is not as direct with his feelings.

I almost skipped this series because of the title, but watched it when I saw that Zee was one of leads and I'm glad that I did. This is one of the first series I've seen that has a manga-like story. The cold partner, the arranged engagement, Lian having to scrap to prove his isn't beneath anyone, a sense of duty, hidden feelings. Also, New's singing voice is beautiful!

In my opinion, I find this a very slow burn, but I'm glad that it's starting to heat up. I spent a lot of time trying to figure out if the author purposely named Wayo and Phupha after 2Moons, and how much Force resembles Kimmon in certain angles, but Ep 5 is the first where my mind didn't wander off. The acting of the leads is very good too.

I really liked this episode. I am a sucker for the cold, distance guy who only unlocks his heart for his beloved. I thought that Zee looked so handsome in his suits.

thanks for you hard work.

I read the manga and I like this so far. I don't like that the Thai version took away Izumi and Rei's glasses, but episodes 1 & 2 made me laugh.

Great interview. Lin Yu seems like such a nice person and the interpreter did a great job.

An, go tell Leo's mom that Natsu is your girlfriend so that you can bring her next year!

There is a YT channel that has BL cuts where some of the context is left in. I usually don't like modern Asian dramas because I don't like how the women act (always hot, sexy, rich, skinny, fair, sassy, etc), but the cuts they show made me feel differently toward her. That playlist had a scene between Joanna and the FL where they discuss the pregnancy and that this baby is a miracle for Joanna, who thought she couldn't get pregnant. She told the FL that Mark was is the father, but not to tell Mark. They even added how Joanna got pregnant. The channel is called Ian B.

The do seem a little shy, but then, I would have a very hard time kissing a good friend and being passionate, especially at this stage of their careers. In 5 years, who knows? Look at Mix and Earth.

I like how authentic the scenes are though. When they were kissing in the shower, their lips stuck together a couple of times and it was not reshot for perfection. Sometimes that happens and sometimes drool happens in real life. I like that part of their love scenes.

The links are in the Recent Discussions section.

I agree that all of the adults are to blame. All of the adults have emotionally abused Fiat, and worse, Dad and Fay are teaching his sister to abuse him. According to them, Fiat is a baby attempted murderer, which is stupid because he pushed her out of hurt and anger, not with premeditated intent to kill the embryo. He was an emotionally abused boy who needed comfort and compassion, but Dad and Fay were in their bliss, while Fiat's mom was locked up. All of the adults let him down. In my opinion mostly Dad and follower Fay are the psychos, Fiat's mom is mentally ill. Mental illness are beyond the control of the person. Dad and Fay are not mentally ill and acted with intent, and have manipulated the victim (Fiat) to take the blame for the actions of the adults.

I agree with the cat 9-11 to Leon and then meeting at the elevator like nothing happened.

I really have enjoyed this series so far, but I'm disappointed with this episode. Fiat's mom has to be mentally deranged to redeem Fiat's dad and Fay. It would have been nice to see that most people with mental health problems usually are not deranged and evil. I still blame Fiat's father and Fay for allowing this to go on for years and polluting Fah's mind with Fiat trying to kill her, instead of compassion for a little boy who was emotionally abused. Least favorite episode so far.