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Once you’ve watched it, let me know what you think—I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Therapy https://mydramalist.com/795714-therapy
Korean 4 x 15mins episode so over an hr long.
If you liked this one, you’re definitely going to love Therapy. It’s got a similar plot, but way more explicit scenes—seriously, over 100 positions (not even exaggerating). Buckle up

There are two topics I want to address because they keep coming up in the comments, and frankly, they deserve proper discussion.

First: Wang Shuo’s Return (Chi Cheng’s Ex)
A lot of viewers are upset that Wang Shuo, Chi Cheng’s ex, is making a comeback. But honestly—why is that such a bad thing? Just because an ex returns doesn’t mean they’re automatically going to steal the main character back or ruin the current relationship.
In fact, the reappearance of an ex often plays a critical role in character development and closure. Think about La La Land, where Mia’s old love life plays a key part in shaping her future. Or The Notebook, where past relationships and choices resurface to stir emotion and test commitment. Even Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind explores the lingering impact of past love and whether it can or should be forgotten.
In Episode 15’s preview, Chi Cheng finally confronts Wang Shuo with questions that have haunted him for years—“Why did you leave me back then? Why did it take you seven years to return?” These questions suggest emotional baggage, closure, and growth—not a love triangle.
Without a returning ex, the plot risks becoming flat. Conflict is essential in storytelling. We need these complications to move the story forward, to give characters depth, and to show emotional evolution.

Second: The Rape Scene in Episode 1
Yes, Chi Cheng ordered men to rape someone. It was disturbing. But let’s be very clear—this is fiction. It's not real life.
Are we going to cancel every show or movie that depicts rape, violence, or morally disturbing themes? If so, goodbye to half of modern storytelling. Game of Thrones, The Handmaid’s Tale, 13 Reasons Why, Outlander, Law & Order: SVU, You, Monster, Kill Bill, Gone Girl, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo—all explore horrific acts. Yet they are praised, awarded, and widely consumed.
Watching dark, controversial content doesn’t mean you support it. No one watches a serial killer doco and thinks, “Wow, I wanna do that.”
Fiction is a space where we confront uncomfortable truths. We explore trauma, redemption, and the darkest parts of humanity—not to glorify them, but to understand their impact. That’s the point of storytelling. It creates tension. It challenges empathy. It holds up a mirror to society’s ugliest sides.
If we only watched shows with perfect morals and unflawed characters, we’d lose Breaking Bad, Dexter, Joker, The Godfather, Scarface—entire genres would vanish.

So no—watching Revenged Love does not mean fans support rape. It means they’re engaging with a fictional world that dares to go dark. Just like millions of others do across every genre, every day.

It’s honestly so funny to me—when My Sweetheart Jom aired, people were saying it was too slow and that “nothing happened” until Episode 10. Now with Secret Lover, the same crowd is saying it’s too fast. We really can’t win!🤷‍♂️

I think it just goes to show how subjective pacing is. Some viewers love that slow-burn storytelling, where the characters and emotions simmer over time—like in University or Until We Meet Again. Others enjoy the thrill of jumping straight into the drama, like in Mafia series or Bed Friend, where you’re immediately hooked and the stakes are high from the start.

Personally, I enjoy both. Some stories need time to build that emotional depth, while others benefit from the excitement and chaos of a fast-paced plot. Just because something moves quickly doesn’t mean it lacks substance—it’s just delivering in a different style. Each format has its own charm, and sometimes it’s really just about going along for the ride and letting the story take you where it wants to go, regardless of speed. 💖

Sorry, I’d love to reply properly but it’s already 1am and I’ve got work in 7 hours. I’m off to bed now—will respond when I can. Good night!

I see where you're coming from, and I respect your opinion, but I have to disagree.

Not every story needs to follow a clean redemption arc to be meaningful. Think of Breaking Bad, The Sopranos, Scarface, or even You. These are filled with morally flawed characters who rarely face proper consequences, yet they’re still compelling. The lack of accountability can be the point—it forces us to sit with discomfort, not resolution.

In Revenged Love, Chi Cheng isn’t necessarily someone we’re meant to forgive. He’s part of a brutal world, and the story leans into that. Just like Game of Thrones or The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo—these stories include disturbing content not to glorify it, but to show how dark human nature can get.

Also, enjoying a character doesn't mean endorsing their actions. People loved Joe in You, Loki in the MCU, even Christian Grey. It doesn’t mean viewers fantasise about toxic behaviour—it just means they’re engaging with complex characters.

Finally, saying the show is cheap for not giving a redemption arc dismisses the value of morally grey storytelling. Not every narrative is about justice. Some are about power, pain, survival, and consequences—whether they arrive or not.

I get where you're coming from, and you're right—Chi Cheng is a problematic character. No one’s saying his actions, like the assault or groping, are okay. But the key difference is that this is fiction. Viewers can acknowledge those issues and still be interested in the character or story without approving of his behavior.

Some fans might ignore or downplay what he did, which is frustrating—but that happens in every fandom. Think of characters like Joe in You, Damon in The Vampire Diaries, or even the Joker—people still love them, flaws and all.

Enjoying a character doesn't mean fans support their actions. It just means they're engaging with a complex, fictional story.

I’m not going to tell you to “piss off” or go watch something else—that’s not helpful. But let’s start with some logic.

Are we going to call out every movie or TV show that includes rape, violence, or morally disturbing themes? Because if we are, you’d have to cancel half of Hollywood and beyond. Think about Game of Thrones, The Handmaid’s Tale, 13 Reasons Why, Outlander, Law & Order: SVU, You, A Clockwork Orange, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Revenge, The Fall, Gone Girl, Monster, The Night Comes for Us, and even Kill Bill. All of these works contain graphic or disturbing content—rape, murder, manipulation, abuse—but they’re still praised, awarded, and widely watched.

Watching a series that contains dark or controversial content doesn't mean the viewer condones or fantasises about those actions. Just like watching a murder mystery or a serial killer documentary doesn’t mean you support murder or are going to kill someone in real life.

Fiction is a space where people explore the complexities of morality, trauma, redemption, and the extremes of human behaviour—without actually endorsing any of it. That’s the power of storytelling. It creates tension. It makes us uncomfortable. It challenges our judgment and empathy. And sometimes, yes, it portrays evil, broken characters doing horrific things.

But we can still be interested in those stories without agreeing with everything the characters do. That’s called critical viewing. If people only watched shows with perfect morals and flawless characters, we’d have no Breaking Bad, no Joker, no The Godfather, Scarface, or Dexter. The entire anti-hero genre would disappear.

So no—watching Revenged Love doesn’t mean fans support rape. It means they’re engaging with a fictional story that includes dark elements, just like millions of viewers do across genres every day.

I understand where you're coming from, and it's absolutely valid to feel disturbed by scenes involving assault, especially when it involves a character who later becomes a romantic lead. However, I think it's important to separate fiction from reality. Revenged Love is a work of fiction, and like countless dramas—not just in BL but across all genres and industries—it explores dark, morally complex, and even controversial themes.

Take Game of Thrones, Outlander, The Handmaid’s Tale, or even older classics like A Clockwork Orange. These are critically acclaimed shows that feature graphic scenes of rape, torture, and violence. Many Western crime dramas, action films, and revenge thrillers feature leads who are murderers, traffickers, or even rapists. And yet audiences are still drawn to them—not because they condone those actions, but because fiction allows us to explore the extremes of human experience, including redemption, power, and the consequences of trauma.

In Revenged Love, yes, Chi Cheng’s early actions are deeply problematic, but that doesn’t mean the story is celebrating or romanticising them. He is portrayed as a product of a brutal world, and much of the intrigue lies in seeing whether someone like him can be changed—or even deserves change. That moral tension is the whole point. It’s the same with “villain to lover” or "morally grey" tropes—they’re not endorsements, they’re what ifs. If you want only purely good characters, you’ll miss out on a lot of layered, emotionally complicated storytelling.

And no, audiences liking a character or show doesn’t mean they’re okay with everything that happens. People can engage critically with media and still find it compelling. Just like watching a mafia drama doesn’t mean we support organised crime.

It's absolutely okay to opt out if it's not your thing. But calling out fans for watching or enjoying a fictional character’s arc—without considering the broader literary and cinematic context—feels a little unfair. We don’t have to like everything about a character to be fascinated by their story.

The “ABO” on the tyres stands for Alpha/Beta/Omega—a cheeky little nod reminding us to check out another Chinese BL masterpiece while we wait for Revenged Love.

ABO Desire has already started airing, and this Saturday will be episode 5. If you’re not watching it yet, you’re seriously missing out. China really knows how to keep us fed!

Hopefully, with the rise of a new generation of government, China will move toward greater acceptance and eventually legalise same-sex marriage. It would be amazing to see them follow in the footsteps of Taiwan , which has already set a powerful example. I’m not expecting it anytime soon, but maybe in the next 20+ years, we’ll see real change.

I truly hope China 🇨🇳 lifts the BL ban one day, because when it comes to potential, Thailand 🇹🇭, South Korea 🇰🇷, and Taiwan 🇹🇼 are no match. China dominates in so many areas—cinematography, acting, storytelling, chemistry—and let’s not even get started on their costume dramas and fight scenes. No one does it like China. The scale, the elegance, the intensity—it’s on another level.

The Untamed was heavily censored and still pulled in billions of views. Imagine the power of a high-quality, uncensored Chinese BL. Here’s hoping that in the next 20+ years, a new generation of leadership in China 🇨🇳 will be more open and accepting. The talent is already there—they just need the freedom to truly let it shine.

It’s so rare to find a 24-episode series where every single episode hits this hard. I swear, each 40-minute episode feels like just 5 minutes—I’m completely hooked and always left craving more.

I truly hope China 🇨🇳 lifts the BL ban one day, because when it comes to potential, Thailand 🇹🇭, South Korea 🇰🇷, and Taiwan 🇹🇼 are no match. China dominates in so many areas—cinematography, acting, storytelling, chemistry—and let’s not even get started on their costume dramas and fight scenes. No one does it like China. The scale, the elegance, the intensity—it’s on another level.

The Untamed was heavily censored and still pulled in billions of views. Imagine the power of a high-quality, uncensored Chinese BL. Here’s hoping that in the next 20+ years, a new generation of leadership in China 🇨🇳 will be more open and accepting. The talent is already there—they just need the freedom to truly let it shine.

Yes, I’m serious 😏 The kiss is definitely real—you can even see their saliva if you zoom in! The dubbing is just to replace Chi Cheng’s actual voice because of his different dialect and accent, not to fake the scene.

Wu Suo Wei’s mum: “The bed in Da Qiong’s room is especially big, you two can roll around.”

Chi Cheng (in his head): Oh, we’ve done more than just roll, Mother-in-law. That bed’s already seen sweat, moans, and legs in the air. All. Night. Long. 😏🔥

Based on the airing schedule (July 22, 2025 – September 30, 2025), we’re getting two episodes today, followed by one episode per week for the next 10 weeks. So get ready for a weekly dose of drama every Tuesday!

I totally get where you're coming from—it did feel quite fast-paced. But it's funny how with My Sweetheart Jom, people were saying it was too slow and nothing happened until Episode 10, and now with this one, it's too fast. We really can’t win! 😂

Honestly, I think both styles have their own charm. Some stories take time to build, while others dive right in. I personally enjoy both—whether it's a slow-burn romance like University, a wild ride like Mafia, or an enemies-to-lovers setup. Each has something unique to offer, and sometimes it's just about enjoying the ride, no matter the pace. 💖

Just watched the first two episodes and yes, it’s another fake relationship to real love plotline, but this one wastes no time. The pacing is wild, they’ve already kissed and the tension is thick.

Chance, who plays Han Tuo, is absolutely gorgeous, seriously unfairly hot. And that height difference, 187cm vs 172cm, is giving major power couple energy. Every glance, every touch has this quiet heat simmering underneath. The childhood flashbacks add just the right amount of emotional pull, making their connection feel fated.

Honestly, I’m hooked. Taiwanese BLs have been pretty quiet this year, but this one is fire and easily my number one so far. Bring on the next 10 episodes. I’m ready for the slow burn, the heat, all of it.

Same here, I’m in Australia and it airs an hour before Revenged Love—so not exactly the same time.
Two episodes are airing today—Episode 1 is 26 minutes and Episode 2 is 24 minutes, so that’s a total of 50 minutes. You can easily finish both in under an hour and then jump straight into Revenged Love!

The actor’s name is First—I’ve loved him since TharnType, Don’t Say No, and Be Mine Superstar. It’s a little sad he’s no longer paired with Ja; they were such a great couple on screen. But honestly, First is such a talented actor—he shines in every role he takes on.