Wenxia

I skimmed the comments here and it looks like the reception has been overwhelmingly positive. But for me this series progresses so slowly, I struggle to keep engaged. I'm mid episode 8 (where it finally picks up pace) and just thought to myself that they really could've told this story in half the time. At first I liked that it's Wang Miao-centric so we could walk the path of discovery with him:) But by now, I think a more layered narration with multiple povs and faster reveals would've worked better. I guess I just had high expectations of this being more of an intense, immersive brain-teaser and feel a bit let down. Or maybe 30 eps is just overkill..

Btw I'm a little creeped out by Ye Wenjie and Shen Yufei who haven't shown a single human emotion on their faces yet… The acting in general feels a little unnatural in places.

I actually dropped this last week but got curious and came to read new comments:) I'm really surprised with your take on that scene, because imo it was Nueng who fucked up first admitting the truth at the worst time and place possible. I guess he, with his doting and openly affectionate parents, couldn't see that Ben froze up in fear of his father? Well, I think if he ever had a thought in his head for anyone other than himself, he should've seen that - read the room and assessed Ben's comfort level with the situation, then diffused it by saying it was a prank/dare or sth. Instead, he made it worse. Did he really have to make a stand then and there?! Of course, Ben shouldn't have said anything and he's rightfully feeling guilty for that. But as someone who's lived much too long with a volatile parent, I can empathize with willing to say just about anything to get out of such a confrontation. Fortunately, I had a brother who cared and would throw me a lifeline when I was quite literally scared out of my wits. The key word here is care - which I don't think Nueng did enough for Ben.

Gong Zi<3 Now I have to start this today...

Couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this 'airing' on my list. What a new year surprise:))

Maybe it's the countdown to your success? - Shi Qiang cracks me up;)

Haha! I agree with most of your points. I was too lazy to write it out myself. I hope you stick it out to the end! I'd so read your take on this roadkill of a romance every week;)
I got completely turned-off by Palm getting even more deferential in this informal setting. I could somewhat rationalize it before as him wanting to put up walls between them in that house/school environment. But in this ep his behaviour made me uber-uncomfortable. With Nueng, I agree that the writers completely lost their way ...by a hundred self-absorbed, entitled miles;)

Same:) I liked the beginning but by now I've lost all interest. Really have no idea where they're going with this story. I don't like the leads acting, but I do notice their charm;) Let's hope they get better written characters in their future projects.

If my life was in danger, my dad was murdered in cold blood, and my mom got shot and was in a comma ...I neither would go on vacation, ekhm, I mean into 'hiding' with my crush, nor would I sit in a corner and weep. I'd monetize anything I owned and hired a private army and an army of investigators to find me a proof on who was behind it. Then I'd get a nice supply of drugs and sit my and Palm's asses next to my mom's bed 24/7 to make sure no suspicious person with a suspicious syringe wanders in. No sorry, the first thing I'd actually do is fire Palm's dad since he's awfully incompetent at his job;)
Ok, I'm half joking but I really would like for Nueng to become a little less self-absorbed and clueless, and do some hard thinking about the situation he's in.
Sorry, I'm with SKK 123 on this. Going by psychology and storytelling logic this should've been a tense, dramatic point for the story - no matter if the accent is to be on family drama or action.
Btw you're assuming the mother is safe for now because the uncle said so? That same uncle that Nueng believes ordered the hit for them??

Yaaawn... I'm so bored. This goes nowhere. I think I dropped off at the part where they started to plan some random guys' wedding. Like seriously?! At this point, I like the second leads acting much better. I'd be happy to watch them in another series. Anyway, it's over and out from me but wish you all a great watching:))

I think it's the first bl I've watched where the female characters are more interesting, expressive and better acted. Both moms are awesome. Nueng's shitty attitude and that whole 'servant' thing is killing the romance for me though. Or is slave a better word since I didn't hear any remuneration being mentioned for the supposed 'bodyguard duty'?
I liked how the story started but it hit a level of illogical writing where it's getting hard for me to enjoy. The less than stellar acting by the leads doesn't help either. Why is Nueng like a dumb lamb letting himself be led wherever. Doesn't he at least have an emergency cash stash somewhere, not to mention a safe place? I totally get the mother wanting someone trustworthy as a companion to help keep an eye on him at school. But the lack of additional security is absurd.
I find it funny that everyone just believes Palm'll protect a near-stranger, risking his own life, because his father ordered him to… What if someone came to him with an offer containing a lot of zeroes to betray the young master? I'd be so tempted:D
Yeah, I'm not too fond of Nueng. Maybe some hidden depths of character will be revealed later on… But for now I'm cheering loudly in the PalmxMaggie corner;)
Btw if 'bendan' is the best Nueng can come up with to flirt in Chinese, he should watch Winter Begonia - that show made flirting with insults into an art form:)

Haha! Fair point;)

Haha! Fair point;)

I'm guessing nobody's;) Probably just happened because of outside reasons. Gotta say might be one of the worst pairings I've encountered - not a good visual fit, plenty awkward acting moments and little chemistry...

Sure other dicks exist but attached to someone attractive, interested and able to fulfill your kinks - not that common either... Lol I guess I am putting too much stock in their supposed kinkiness and sexual compatibility, while it isn't really shown on-screen... But oh well we all see what we see:) I guess I just get why Kim would be intrigued. I also don't think Kamol is in love/obsessed as much as decisive, knowing what he wants and used to getting it.

Haha! I was wondering if they just decided to cut out all other sex scenes after the first one epically crash&burned:D

Why would he punch him in the junk🙀 Ain't he got a use for it? Well, that's if you believe the premise about them getting to kink-bond over a passion filled night. That's the reason there - if anyone in the team gave two shits about execution, this could be a genuinely good storyline about someone getting their first taste of kink and getting roped into a relationship, while struggling between temptation, craving and fear. I saw people in rl make really stupid decisions in pursuit of that high, so I find Kim very level-headed in comparison:) I personally think their dynamic's quite fun - but it'd be much easier to sell if there was at least a trace of sexual tension between the two actors.

Yes I hope that push and pull develops into sth equally interesting:) I have no idea what is going on with this fake kissing... I thought it was just the terrible editing in ep1 that made it look so bad. But I guess it's deliberate?! Kind of weird mood killer... I'd say either improve or skip altogether.

Well, the series went all the way from terrible to just bad in the last 4 eps - that deserves a praise! I think the fun hate just run its course - not much point repeating same things every week. I don't think anyone doubts how badly executed this is though. More like who cares when it entertains;)

Lol I thought it was smart of Kim to try and carve himself a place he'd be comfortable with in that relationship first. Begin as you mean to go and all that.

I'm so dead:D Poor Lop. I like their dynamic. Watching Kim test and undermine Kamol on his turf was quite entertaining. I still don't get who Cherry is to Kamol and Day to Kim but I can live with that. But yeah the non-kisses are a turnoff..