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I have a thing for tall guys, he’s 196cm 🥳. Can someone confirm this for me? I’m currently watching him from Rearrange.

I’m so sorry for everything you had to go through, and thank you for trusting me enough to share such a deeply personal and painful story. Reading what you experienced as a child truly breaks my heart, and I cannot begin to imagine the strength it took for you to survive all of that on your own.
This conversation has gone much deeper than I ever expected, and I need to be honest that I am not a therapist or a psychologist, so I don’t want to say the wrong thing or cause you more hurt. My initial post was simply about how difficult it can be for single parents, because I’ve seen friends and family struggle with that reality. I didn’t mean for it to touch such a raw and personal part of your life.
What you’ve been through is something no child should ever have to face, and I truly hope you have the right support and professional help around you now, because you deserve healing and peace. Thank you again for opening up, and with respect and care, I think it’s best if we end this conversation here.

I’ve watched every Taiwanese BL this year and honestly, this one’s the best so far. Right now I’d rate it a solid 9 to 10, but since we’re only halfway through, I’ll wait and see how it all wraps up.

I hear what you are saying, and I agree that JunXi and his family bring Tuo the love, stability, and emotional support he has always needed. But I also think it is important not to overlook his father completely. His wife left, and he has been carrying the weight of raising a son alone while working hard to keep a roof over their heads. Mortgage, rent, bills, school fees, food on the table, none of it is easy, and doing it on one income must have been exhausting.

Yes, he was not always there emotionally, and that absence left scars for Tuo. That is something money alone can never heal. But many parents believe providing financially is their way of showing love, even if it comes at the cost of closeness. It does not mean he did not care, it just means he struggled to balance survival with fatherhood.

What breaks my heart is seeing how both sides are hurting: a son who feels abandoned, and a father who never learned how to express love in the way his son needed. That is why I am so grateful JunXi is there for Tuo now. Through him, Tuo feels truly understood and supported, and perhaps in time, that love will also help mend the distance between father and son.

I feel your pain, and I completely understand where you’re coming from. But not all single parents are like that. For many, being a single parent means surviving on just one income, often working multiple jobs, and still trying to raise their kids the best they can. Mortgage or rent, food on the table, school fees, textbooks, bills, clothes yet everything costs money. And after working all day, they come home exhausted, yet still have to keep going.

You mentioned that you raised your mum, and honestly, good for you. I’m proud of you, because not many people are strong enough to carry that kind of weight. But at the same time, how can a five-year-old really raise a parent? How can a child go to work to make money? At the end of the day, the financial and emotional burden still falls on the single parent, no matter how much children feel they had to grow up fast. And it’s even worse when the other parent who left doesn’t pay child support, leaving one person to do the job of two.

Yes, it is a parent’s responsibility to spend time with their children, but when you’re carrying everything alone, it can feel impossible to balance. Some parents may fall short, but many are genuinely doing the best they can with what little they have. It’s a tough, lonely road, and I think it’s important to remember that while your experience was painful, for others, single parenthood can also mean sacrifice, love, and endless effort.

Well said

Episode 6 was pure sweetness from start to finish. What made it so special was the shift in their dynamic, because this time it was JunXi who chased after Tuo and kissed him first. Usually it is Tuo who takes the lead, so seeing JunXi step forward with that kind of bold affection made the moment even more heartfelt.

The way they opened up to each other touched me deeply. Tuo finally confessed why he used to date girls, not because he had feelings for them, but because he was young and naïve, and thought that distracting them would keep them from liking JunXi. His honesty showed how much he has grown, and when he apologized, it felt like a weight lifted between them. Communication like this is rare, and it made their bond shine even brighter.

The tender little details melted my heart. The soft cuddling, the gentle forehead kiss, and the comfort of waking up in the morning next to the one you love, those are the moments that make love feel real and alive. It was intimate yet innocent, simple yet overflowing with emotion. And then came the back hug, when Jun Xi quietly held Tuo after his painful fight with his father. Without a single word, Jun Xi gave Tuo warmth, safety, and reassurance. That embrace said everything: “I am here, and you are not alone.”

I know this may be an unpopular opinion, but I actually felt sympathy for Tuo’s father too. His wife left him, and he worked endlessly as a single dad to provide for Tuo. While Tuo often spent time at Jun Xi’s home, eating dinners there, he may not realize the sacrifices his father made to pay for the mortgage, the school fees, and all the bills. Carrying that responsibility alone is a heavy burden. But even so, his strict discipline and lack of emotional connection were not the right way to raise his son. What Tuo truly needed was understanding, not control. Thankfully, Jun Xi is there now to give him the love, comfort, and support he deserves.

And to those who label Tuo as “forced, obsessed, or controlling” with JunXi, I have to say they clearly haven’t seen episode 8 of ABO Desire. Compared to Hua Yong, who is manipulative, possessive, and even empowered by supernatural abilities, Tuo is nothing short of an angel. Loving both series and cannot wait for the next epsidoe!

I would love to, but don’t you think someone has to stand up for Peng? I’m the type of person who’s always tried to stay positive and optimistic. Growing up, my parents and teachers taught me that if you don’t have anything nice to say, then don’t say it, and if your words can hurt someone, you should hold them back. That lesson stayed with me.
But that’s exactly why I can’t stay silent when I see negativity. If no one speaks up, then the hate only gets louder, and the damage gets worse. I’d rather be the person who steps forward, defends, and shows kindness, even if it means putting myself in the middle.

While I agree with you that Lost in Kyoto deserves a low rating because of its extremely low budget and the fact that it was actually produced in Japan, not even in China, I don’t agree with insulting an entire country by saying China should “grow up” and stop making BLs.

It’s interesting that you rated both ABO Desire and Revenged Love 1/10, when Revenged Love is currently the highest-rated BL on IMDb (9.0) and one of the top-ranked shows on MDL. Out of 700+ BLs listed, it stands at the very top for a reason, loved by millions worldwide and awarded multiple times as Best BL of 2025.

You also gave Addicted a 10/10, but that’s from the same author as Revenged Love, Chai Ji Dan. Having read the Addicted novels nine times, I can say it’s actually far more toxic than Revenged Love. Gu Hai kidnapped Bai Luo Yin, tied him up, raped him without lube or protection, and left him in such pain he needed hospitalisation. The series itself also included sexual assault scenes (episode 11). So it feels contradictory to praise Addicted with a perfect score while dismissing Revenged Love with just a 1/10.

You are entitled to your own opinion and your own rating, but please don’t drag the entire country down. Clearly, when it comes to potential, Thailand 🇹🇭, South Korea 🇰🇷, Taiwan 🇹🇼, and Japan 🇯🇵 simply cannot match what China consistently delivers in terms of cinematography, acting, storytelling, and chemistry. And when we talk about historical costume dramas, horseback riding sequences, and martial arts fight scenes, China operates on another level entirely. The scale, elegance, precision, and sheer intensity are unmatched.

Even The Untamed, which was heavily censored, still pulled in billions of views and generated millions for China’s economy. Imagine the cultural and economic impact of a high-quality, uncensored Chinese BL with sweeping period costumes, breathtaking horseback scenes, and masterfully choreographed martial arts.

I’m really looking forward to Kill to Love, which is being released next Monday as the first uncensored Chinese historical martial arts BL. It feels like such a huge step for the genre, and I can’t wait to see how they bring it to life. So according to your comment, are you saying this shouldn’t even be released?

At the end of the day, you’re free to dislike certain series, but telling an entire country to “grow up” and stop making BLs isn’t just unfair, it’s laughable hypocrisy. You praise one toxic work and trash another from the same author, then act like China is the problem.

Wow, NC scenes in episodes 2 and 3 were so hot and steamy. Japanese BL is finally shining.

I only watched the Thai version a couple of months ago, so it’s still fresh in my mind. It’s literally 90% the same, even down to the lines and NC positions.

Really looking forward to the next 7 episodes!

All good don’t be sorry 🥳

It’s confirmed on GagaOOLala, do you think I just made up the mins and released date just for fun lol 😂

It’s a proper BL with kissing and NC

Here’s the trailer

https://youtu.be/3Iwesx2aIas?si=sbwH-5PAgv5XzfUj

The best advice I can give you is this: don’t let grades control your happiness. Just aim to pass and move forward. Growing up in an Asian family, my parents always expected nothing less than 90% and it felt like my worth was tied to numbers on a page.
I have a bachelor’s and two master’s degrees, filled with straight As, but at the end of the day, none of that truly mattered. What really counts is how well you carry yourself in an interview, how you connect with others, and how you adapt in your workplace. Nobody asks for your GPA once you step into the real world.
If I could give my younger self one piece of advice, it would be this: live more. Enjoy your life, watch more BL, laugh, and chase the things that make you happy. Don’t let the weight of grades steal your youth. Trust me, those numbers fade, but the memories you make will stay with you forever.

Episode 1 is 34 minutes and episode 2 is 30 minutes, both coming out on 25th August.
Then episode 3 is 36 minutes and episode 4 is 42 minutes, both dropping on 26th August.

Episode 1 is 34 minutes and episode 2 is 30 minutes, both coming out on 25th August.
Then episode 3 is 36 minutes and episode 4 is 42 minutes, both dropping on 26th August.

I just found more info! Kill to Love is now showing as “coming soon” on GagaOOLala. It’s listed under Singapore even though it’s actually a Chinese series, probably to protect the show.

The best part is the runtime.

Episode 1 is 34 minutes and episode 2 is 30 minutes, both coming out on 25th August.

Then episode 3 is 36 minutes and episode 4 is 42 minutes, both dropping on 26th August.

Thank god these aren’t short 10-15-minute episodes. And just like Revenged Love, we’re getting four full episodes in the very first week. I’m so excited!

I just found more info! Kill to Love is now showing as “coming soon” on GagaOOLala. It’s listed under Singapore even though it’s actually a Chinese series, probably to protect the show.

The best part is the runtime.

Episode 1 is 34 minutes and episode 2 is 30 minutes, both coming out on 25th August.

Then episode 3 is 36 minutes and episode 4 is 42 minutes, both dropping on 26th August.

Thank god these aren’t short 15-minute episodes. And just like Revenged Love, we’re getting four full episodes in the very first week. I’m so excited!

What is wrong with Dech’s father?
Each time he appears, my heart sinks.
He belittles Rati in the classroom,
humiliating him with every word.
He scorns Rati’s mother for being a kitchen maid,
as if honest work were a sin.
And now, he goes further still,
ordering men to strike Mek,
stripping him of his dignity,
leaving him jobless and broken,
all because he is poor,
all because he dared to stand beside his son.

Yet even through this cruelty, love flickers.
Mek loves Dech. Dech loves Mek.
Two hearts that beat in silence,
but cannot meet in the open.
Mek cannot accept Dech’s open heart,
for the world has made him believe
that he is worthless,
that his love is forbidden,
that a father’s pride is stronger than their bond.
What could be more tragic?

And then the bridge…
that bridge destroyed me.
It was no longer just wood and rope.
It was the space between them,
a fragile line stretched across despair.
Dech reached forward with trembling hope,
Mek stepped back with silent pain.
He pushed away the only light he had,
not because he did not love,
but because he was taught he did not deserve love.
In that moment,
the river carried away more than reflections.
It carried away their hope,
their chance,
their tomorrow.

Dech’s father is the cruelest villain of all.
His arrogance poisons everything it touches.
And I pray, I beg, that karma finds him,
because people like him
turn love into tragedy,
and watching it unfold
brings tears I cannot hold back.

Seriously, what is wrong with Dech’s dad? Watching him just breaks me. First he kept belittling Rati in the classroom, and it was so humiliating and cruel. Then he turned his hate on Rati’s own mother, attacking her just because she worked as a kitchen maid, as if honest work is something to be ashamed of.

And now he has gone even further, ordering a group of people to beat up Mek and then firing him, leaving him jobless, all because he is poor and dared to talk to his son.

What hurts even more is that Mek clearly has feelings for Dech, and Dech feels the same. They both like each other deeply, but Mek cannot bring himself to accept Dech’s open heart. How can he, when he has been made to feel poor and worthless, knowing that Dech’s father will never accept someone like him? Their love is pure, but it is also trapped, crushed under the weight of pride and cruelty. This love is so tragic.

And then the bridge scene… that shattered me. It wasn’t just two boys standing on opposite sides, it was a love suspended in the middle, unable to move forward and unable to go back. The bridge became a symbol of everything between them, Dech reaching out with all his heart, Mek holding back with all his pain. He pushes Dech away, not because he doesn’t love him, but because the world has convinced him that he doesn’t deserve to be loved. That moment felt like watching hope fall into the water and drift away.

To me, Dech’s dad is the worst villain in this whole show. The kind of cruelty he shows makes my chest ache. I honestly hope karma comes for him, because people like him can destroy lives with nothing more than their arrogance and hate. Watching this makes me want to cry. I need to write a poem about this, or else my heart will ache for them