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As promised, here is a happy one

Let’s not forget that cemetery scene — truly one of the quiet treasures of Revenged Love. 🌸⚰️
WSW stood there, speaking to his late parents with that perfect blend of mischief and sincerity only he can pull off.
To his mum, he said with a smile, “I found you a son-in-law — apart from being a man, he has no other flaws.”
And then, turning to his father’s resting place:
“Dad, you haven’t met my wife yet, have you? Someday I’ll burn a couple of photos so you can see him.”
That one line — calling Chi Cheng his “wife” — was more than just a joke.
It was a love declaration disguised in playfulness,
a cheeky confession that slipped past the heavy air of grief,
reminding us that even in loss, love can still bring warmth and laughter.

And then came the kidnapped scene — cinematic perfection.
“Do you know who I am?” the question hung in the air.
“Yes… father-in-law,” came the calm, sharp reply.
In that moment, danger dissolved into destiny,
and it was as if the universe itself was whispering,
These two were made for each other.

So I say — enough of the teasing, enough of the push and pull.
Come on, you two. Just get married already. 💍

Let’s not forget that cemetery scene — absolute gold. 😂
When WSW was talking to his mum, he casually said, “I found you a daughter-in-law — apart from being a man, he has no other flaws.”
Then to his dad: “Dad, you haven’t met my wife yet, have you? Someday I’ll burn a couple of photos so you can see him.”
The fact he called Chi Cheng his “wife” had me cracking up — such a cheeky way to show just how much Chi Cheng means to him.

And then the kidnapped scene —
“Do you know who I am?”
“Yes… father-in-law.” 🤣

Come on, guys, just get married already! 💍

I agree with you completely.
Not just in BL — there’s no such thing as a “perfect” drama or movie in Western series either. Even the most critically acclaimed shows have plot holes, pacing issues, or character flaws. And honestly, that’s life too — no person, no country, no relationship is perfect. Sometimes it’s the flaws and challenges that push us to grow and make a story (or life) more meaningful.

For me, the last couple of episodes have been pure comedy gold and such a refreshing change of pace. Just like in real life, you can’t be serious and intense 24/7 — you need moments of laughter to balance it out. Think of Friends or Brooklyn Nine-Nine mixing heartwarming arcs with silly moments, or how Marvel movies slip in humor between the battles. That contrast is what keeps things fresh and engaging.

I watched the uncut version on iQIYI — you totally missed out!
Saving the child was literally the best part of the whole scene.

Wow — what a strong start to the series! Episode 1 was over an hour long, but it flew by without a single boring second. Every scene kept me completely engaged.

Khemjira — my first BL that mixes ghost/horror with romance — yes, please! And I’m so glad it’s not another high school or university trope.

The music was great, the ghost effects were realistic, the acting was spot on, and the cinematography had such a fresh, polished feel — not cringey at all. The flashbacks were beautifully done, and the explanation of why the family is cursed — and why the mother gave the male lead a girl’s name, Khemjira — tied perfectly into the title.

My prediction? Changing his name to a girl’s name won’t break the curse. But if Khemjira, as a boy, falls in love with another boy, that might be what finally breaks it. Just my guess since I haven’t read the novel — but no way the main lead is dying before he turns 21. Also, Khem and Peem’s first meeting felt so natural — glad we’re not dealing with yet another “accidental first kiss” trope.

One of the most emotional moments was when Khem rescued that little boy. His father was an abusive alcoholic and drug addict — starving him, hitting him, even chaining him up. Khem saw the boy’s ghost mother and helped her save her son. That scene had so few words, but it was executed so powerfully. Now, the ghost mother can rest in peace. My guess is her death was caused by the abusive husband, which explains why she lingered around her son.

It seems like the rest of the 11 episodes will each focus on different ghosts or spirits and uncover the stories behind their deaths — and I’m so excited for it.

Warning: Do NOT watch this alone at 2 a.m. I did because that’s when it aired in my time zone — big mistake. Next time, I’m watching in broad daylight… with the volume cranked up for the full experience.

Yet another excellent Thai 🇹🇭 BL. Can’t wait for the next 11 weeks!

Thank you so much for your comment 💗 It truly means a lot to me.
And you’re not a random stranger — we’ve been MDL friends for months now!
I completely agree — we only get one life, and no one, not even our parents, should dictate who we love. Your words are such a powerful reminder to live true to my heart. 💙

Yes, I was thinking of that hospital scene too — but I also wrote that line from a deeply personal place.
That quote, “about how terrifying and brave it is to choose love when the world has taught you not to”, is something I’ve lived. Some countries have legalised same-sex marriage and are far more accepting than many others in Asia. But at the end of the day, it’s still rooted in Asian culture — where family expectations, shame, and generational values run deep.

I was born in Australia and grew up surrounded by Western culture. Australia legalised same-sex marriage early on, we have vibrant LGBTQ+ communities, and gay bars are everywhere in Sydney and Melbourne — yet I’m still closeted in my 30s.

Why? Because of my Asian background and, more specifically, my parents. They’re in their 80s, and even though they’ve lived in Australia most of their lives, their mindset remains deeply traditional. To them, being gay is something that would never be accepted — no matter the laws or how much society changes.

And that’s where the “terrifying” part comes in — the fear of disappointing the people you love most, the weight of unspoken expectations you never asked for. But the “brave” part? That’s finding the courage to choose love anyway, even when the world — and sometimes your own family — has taught you not to.

Bed Friend's spinoff?

Did you watch The Middleman's Love ?

I watched Bed Friend already, gave it 10/10 - here my review

https://mydramalist.com/profile/10902313/review/452020

I’m sorry for making you cry 😭
It’s just… there’s so much swirling in my head right now, and the only way I know how to release it—how to make sense of it—is to pour my feelings and thoughts into words.
I promise, when my heart feels lighter, I’ll write something happy too.

How are we already at episode 9?
It feels like just yesterday I pressed play on the very first episode.
GMMTV only gives us one episode a week,
and yet here we are—
just a few steps away from the finale.
Time really does fly
when a series has your whole heart.

Mondays and Tuesdays used to blur together,
just days to survive,
hours to push through.

Now I count down to them.
Because of Revenged Love.

Only three episodes left.
And already, something in me aches—
like I’m standing at the edge of goodbye
long before it’s here.

Wu Suo Wei and Chi Cheng…
Theirs was never meant to be a love story.
It began as revenge —
sharp, deliberate, cruel.
But Chi Cheng didn’t fight cruelty with cruelty.
He stood his ground in the storm,
armed only with patience,
silence,
and a fragile kind of hope.

And somehow, slowly,
the walls began to fracture.
Beneath all the jagged edges,
something tender took root.
Not the kind of love that erases the past,
but the kind that grows around the scars,
wrapping itself in the cracks.

But it’s not just them.

There’s Guo Cheng Yu and Jiang Xiao Shuai —
a quiet heartbreak
we never saw coming.
Guo Cheng Yu waited…
and waited…
Never rushing,
never asking for more than was freely given.
Just loving him from a distance,
silently,
faithfully.

And then Jiang Xiao Shuai —
the boy who closed every door
after being shattered by his ex —
finally let someone in.
He kissed him first.
Not out of recklessness,
but out of courage.
Out of the aching, beautiful truth
that he was finally ready to be loved.

Three episodes left.
Three hours until the light fades,
until the screen goes dark.

And I’m already grieving.

Because this isn’t just a drama.
It isn’t just two couples.
It’s a story about forgiveness,
about vulnerability,
about how terrifying and brave it is
to choose love
when the world has taught you not to.

No matter how it ends,
Revenged Love has already given us something rare —
a story that doesn’t just pass through you,
but stays,
and lingers,
and leaves both a wound…
and a hand to hold while it heals.

Don’t watch the Thai one, it was horrible

I love this drama so much I made a poem review 🥰

A Masterpiece That Lives on the Line

At first, I didn’t understand—
two boys walking in a straight line,
step after step.
By the end,
it was clear.
The title Life: Love on the Line
was not just a name—
it was their journey,
from seventeen to eighty-two,
hand in hand through time.

I can’t believe it took me five years
to find this treasure from 2020.
This is not the playful world
of university BL tropes;
this is a mirror
reflecting the weight of love,
family,
and the chains of expectation.

Akira saw Yuuki first,
felt the pull first,
stole the first kiss.
But after eleven years under one roof,
the outside world crept in—
parents, friends,
the whisper of “normal.”
Marriage.
Children.
A life that fits in the frame
but crushes what’s inside it.

Watching Akira’s struggle,
I saw myself—
early thirties,
still hiding,
still nodding through questions
I cannot answer truthfully.
The tears came easy.

Some will hate Akira for leaving Yuuki.
But context is everything.
Yuuki’s mother—warm, open.
Akira’s—rigid, fearful of gossip.
He wanted to be seen as “normal,”
until the cost became too high.
And when the truth returned to him,
so did remorse.
The confrontation with his mother
wasn’t just his victory—
it was his sister’s, too.

And still, the question lingers:
Does “normal” bring happiness?
Or does happiness live
only with the one
you cannot imagine life without,
regardless of what the world says?

What stays with me most
is the realism.
The raw, unshaken chemistry.
Every glance,
every word,
every silence—
honest and unafraid.

A masterpiece.
Ten out of ten.
Japanese BL doesn’t just tell stories—
it reaches into your chest,
finds your heartbeat,
and makes you feel it louder.

My second favourite Taiwanese BL this year,
after Secret Lover.

In episode 1,
Xia Ze Fang pushed too hard,
a kiss not ready to be shared 💋
Ye Hai Yuan turned away,
heart untouched.

Then came the soul switch 🔄
and suddenly…
it wasn’t the face he saw anymore,
but the spirit within 🕊️
gentle, steady,
filled with quiet warmth.

This story teaches —
love is not a chase,
not a force,
but a slow unfolding 🌱
If it’s meant,
time will lead it there.

Yet in reality,
a twenty-year-old loving a seventy-year-old?
Unlikely.
But here…
youth’s beauty hides a lifetime’s wisdom,
and a golden heart 💛 makes all the difference.

100% agreed

Does anyone know if Nut is sassy in real life or if it’s just his acting?

Because in Pit Babe 1 and 2, he was so manly. But now watching I’m The Most Beautiful Count, his acting is so good I can’t even tell if he’s acting or just being himself lol.

Omg, episode 2 had me dying.

That ending waterfall scene was absolutely stunning.

And that was the fakest bunny 🐰 I’ve ever seen... like, peak fake. Then somehow, when it’s cooked, it magically turns into… a chicken. Culinary witchcraft, I guess.

I’m loving this show though, Nut is pure sass and comedy gold 💁‍♂️.

I know most of you are shocked that they’re releasing the remaining episodes in just the next 5 days.
I was shocked too when I heard the news—and honestly, I got emotional knowing this masterpiece will end so soon. 💔
But let’s take a moment to look at the positives.
Firstly, instead of ending on 26th August, it will now wrap up on 12th August. That’s only 2 weeks ahead of schedule, not an entire month. And really, that’s not bad. It’s not like they’ve rushed 10 episodes—just 5.

Secondly, I’d much rather finish this masterpiece in 5 days than live with the fear that the homophobic censorship in China could cancel it altogether. Remember that week when Revenged Love didn’t air, and we all panicked? I don’t ever want to feel that again.

So yes, it’s bittersweet—but once it’s finished, we can rewatch it as many times as we want, dive into the BTS clips, and keep discussing it here.
Because for me, this show will always hold a special place in my heart, no matter when it ends. 🥀