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I agree 100%. It repackages the story, but I'm not seeing the chemistry in episode 2. Nozue was "role playing" with "girlish" (his words) activities but he himself was reluctant to the idea and cringed while doing it. Old Fashion Cupcake was dripping with charisma and sexual tension. It's incomparable in quality. I personally don't take issue with a cutesy character (no matter the age), or a winsome tone. Though…I don't know, its not working for me here. Maybe it's the list that gives off an indifference or the cast. All that height difference, but I doubt in this saccharine show we will see plushy man climb him like a tree.

The complaints about the main couple not getting action is the direct cause of three things:

(1) The people who watched last season and asked for more of the managers storyline. This inevitably stalled the main couple getting together because of a pointless episode inserted into the middle of this season that steals focus and momentum. They undermine the main characters by making the blonde manager a super fan too, who can actually touch his counterpart—this was possibly the most stupid decision to make, ngl. Also, these two play the "straights" (comedy term) that counterbalance the main goofballs. I'm at least happy they didn't just focus on these two for the entire episode, because they make the story feel too grounded when on their own. As another suggested, perhaps this storyline should've been an extra special or separate series to not stall pace.

(2) The entire conceit is a super fan thinking his partner is untouchable and having to overcome this barrier keeping them apart. If you don't find this premise humorous than consider skipping this series. This is not your average BL. Comedy is the main concern here, and the plot is simple and, for the major part, episodic—a very different format to the other more serialized BLs. Yes, this show falls into the traps its parodying (bound to happen, but it being only season two is a shame). Still, it does so in an effervescent, self-aware tone, which keeps things light-hearted and overall enjoyable.

(3) The schedule got messed up making the main couple's journey feel prolonged because we've been waiting forever with delayed releases. Perhaps a binge method would've been smarter for this type of simple, six episode story.

I'm not invalidating people's complaints of pace, because that I agree with. Yet, those who just can't wrap their heads around the concept…it's episode 4, my dudes. Just go watch the other five JBLs airing right now then come back to binge'n'skip this when you're bored.

Same. Even more than you, I could care less about the managers. I just want Abe Alan and Nichika. Side couples are the bane of my existence.

Wow, the moment Konno walked into the venue and saw Hayakawa genuinely moved me.

🏕️ Anyone else camping out until July 10th? 😭

I can use it as a good term, too. It's slang. It has more than one meaning. At least I'm glad I clarified my meaning for you.

Role playing, cigarette drags per second, the younger man wanting to jump his bones. It was a little horny, maybe rewatch. This cutesy drama pales in contrast, I don't expect more than a kiss, but I like cutesy stuff equally.

Yo, the height difference is no joke. When we say height difference this is what we mean 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Old Fashion Cupcake vibes, but less slutty, more wholesome. Seems promising, very simple.

HOW did he restrain himself when Konno started to undress?! I thought he would've needed to be chained down 😂

Konno is a tad underwritten as the object of affection, but the actor plays it off as mysterious. However, the next episode promises his POV. 🤞🏻

I'm kind of glad, I want to get the hell out of these high school settings already. Plus, it offers a chance to see their skills level up to professionals.

Oh shit, we're getting a time jump, boys. Buckle in.

Hmm. I think I'll wait until the series is finished to continue watching. Was not impressed with episode one. It came across as an unintentional parody. 🌈

Chi Cheng squeezing that stress toy comparing it to Wu Qi's face 💀💀💀 I thought this episode was great. The plot is moving along now and they are finally developing a deeper level of intimacy. Wu Qi was definitely JOing to Chi Cheng. Yeah buddy, your "acting" is great 🙄 🤣

The texts were from Wu Qi. I believe he explains what he sent in the playground scene with his shifu, Dr. Shuai. Subtitles said he was texting Chi cheng's mom about how he is gay and that she basically can't change his sexuality. It was a tactic to goad her into arranging the "business trip" so Yue Yue would grow to hate Chi Cheng's pet snake. Wu Qi's texts to Yue Yue were basically telling her that her in-laws will never accept her, personal attacks. Sorry for no direct translation, I don't speak/read the language.

Yes, it is repetitive, that is a fair criticism. To me, he is a least trying to propel the relationship, so without it we'd really be going no where.

🤣🤣🤣🤣 He wants to give him an expensive addiction, classic pimp daddy move.

It does not end, it's a main plot thread that ties into everything thing else. Episode 5 and 6, more romance starts, but it's a continual cat-and-mouse game.

Stoooooop. Every time Yue Yue's song started to happen and repeat 💀😂 The ending felt abrupt this time around, but I appreciate his shifu pointing out how his love rival has changed. Then Wu Qi buying a proper gift, a nice little touch to close out the episode. Something I keep wondering is Shuai, he says "what's wrong with me" even though he is open, and wouldn't be gay panicking at this stage, he doesn't have any lies like Wu Qi's to deter romance either. Maybe there is something I am missing or it hasn't be explored yet.

This would be a crazy one to start with, but might as well take the jump. That's how the rest of us started, anyway. Just note, BL is highly fantasized, more than your average romance.