After watching Episode 5, I have so much respect for Shiono's emotional maturity. In his shoes, I wouldn't bother either. I'd be too hurt, but then again, I have the emotional resilience of a thin pane of glass in a storm.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to happier times for Shiono and Takoi. How about this: let's have the restaurant owner officiate their wedding in the final episode?
Well, friends, we've really been through quite the journey, haven't we? My heart is very full right now, and I really don't have the words to express how very beautiful this experience has been. It's been a very long time since I've been moved like this, and I hope those who haven't watched A Winter Sun yet will watch it ’til the very end. To say it's well worth your time is a serious understatement that doesn't do it justice.
I've really enjoyed the community we've fostered here in this comments section. There have been a lot of very insightful thoughts shared here and details I hadn't realized.
To continue to savor this series, I will use my semi-literate Chinese to slowly read the novel and do my very best to support Zelia and the amazing artists who brought us A Winter Sun.
the drama is good so far, so is the acotrs performance and their chemistry. all this Ai talks smells of people…
I'm a bit mentally hazy since I've been under the weather, but are people asking clear questions or making assumptions about generative AI usage? Do they have any evidence? Is it the music? Sets? Everyone on screen is human, right?
My personal preference is to watch BLs with human actors, but even as mentally compromised as I am right now, I do understand that some productions may have used generative AI in some way. I think The Prosecutor's Proposal used it in the introduction scenes. I had to close my eyes and just get over it and remember there were a lot of talented humans (actors, directors, everyone in the art and props department, etc.) and respectful and supportive fans who made it one of the gems of my summer BL watching.
Four episodes in: pleasantly surprised and charmed. Sometimes humor in BLs is a hit or miss for me, and this one definitely hits. I tend to prefer heavier and darker content, so a bit of sweetness is appreciated!
Aren't they going to show us the last video and what happened to Tian? Why I am having intuition that Tian is…
Oh no! I hadn't even considered Father Xu as being involved in Feng Qingtian's passing. If he had anything to do with it, let's just say his sons would make his life a living hell in a long, drawn-out, excruciating way. 加油 to them!
Episode 15 was very good for my heart. Hearing Shi Yuhao being called Haohao sarcastically made me laugh. He needs to be mocked like that, since I'm not sure one remaining episode is enough for him to get the ending he deserves.
My heart is at ease for Feng Qinglang and Xu Changyang, the greenest flag I've experienced in Chinese BL. I can't praise Xu Changyang enough.
So the parents of the late Feng Qingtian's deceased ex are being egged on to extort money from him? I suppose they don't know Feng Qingtian has passed away? Hope it all blows up in their faces.
Jing Lifeng: Makes my skin crawl. Seems like his background is very dark, maybe darker than Father Xu's. Imagine if he were in business with Father Xu! Birds of a feather. Hopefully he's done pestering Han Lu.
Shi Yuhao: I suppose he did one nice thing, the first nice thing he's ever done in his life, by speaking up for Sister Jialin's/President Jialin's company in light of their new film's sensitive subject matter. Still, I didn't want to see his nasty rash on screen. I still hope he chokes. He's always wearing black and scheming in the background like a pantomime villain.
Qi Haoyu: He's very unstable. I'm glad Feng Qinglang mentored Han Lu, showing that whatever happens to his relationship with Qi Haoyu, any outcome isn't the end of the world. I think the overarching message is pretty powerful.
Sister Jialin's/President Jialin's daughter: She is so cute and funny. I like how she snaps back at Qi Haoyu when he says that girls shouldn't play games. It's also cute that she claimed that Qi Haoyu can be called "Dad" while Han Lu can only be called "Brother," because he can't cook. The absolute cherry on top was when she called Jing Lifeng "Grandpa." Give that child a medal, because she can really get to the heart of things.
If this doesn't have a happy ending AT LEAST for the main couple, I won't even start watching this show. Might…
It’s wise to protect your wellbeing ❤️Consider watching some BTS of the main leads after the show airs if the general consensus is that it’s not a HE. It’s really sweet and funny.
I'd like to say that the knife from Episode 13 came out of nowhere, but upon deep reflection, Feng Qingtian has always been struggling with deep depression and trauma. That sweet little prince fought a silent battle, needing to put on a brave and flawless face as he managed his brother's work, boosted Molie history and tea culture, and was a thoughtful and filial son and grandson. I think his older brother felt deeply within his soul that Feng Qingtian was at risk. I don't think there's anything anyone could have done to keep the prince from passing into the next world.
Please excuse me while I go drown in tears. I don't have the energy to go on my typical weekly rant about Shi Yuhao or express my disgust at people like Mr. Jin.
Han Lu: I felt the same way Brother Guo and Qi Haoyu felt after the Mr. Jin encounter. I was right about Mr. Jin all along. All the sneering on my part was justified. I want to choke that man and then choke Shi Yuhao. Pretty please?
Shi Yuhao: It was a joy not seeing his face this episode, but Father Xu did mention him.
Father Xu: Whatever scheming he's up to makes me nervous. I wonder what karma has in store for him? I'm pleased he's sending his fellow serpent and offspring, Xu Xiao, abroad, but I guess it's just to protect himself.
Feng Qingtian: My heart hurts for this sweet young man. I'd like to see a genuine smile on his face.
Xu Changyang and Feng Qinglang: My belief in their love keeps me strong no matter what Shi "The Rat" Yuhao and Father Xu do.
Run do not walk to watch it if you need something with more going on that a cute slow burn romance. This is more…
Sounds like my cup of tea. I’m down for grit and angst. I enjoyed Apo’s and Bible’s performances in KinnPorsche. KinnPorsche had me seated when it aired😁
Should I give this one a go? It's nice to see a BL with high ratings here. I've become more selective about my BLs and have less time to watch them. I have zero triggers.
8.5 The statistics are certainly manipulated. if you compare 8.7 for When Oranges Fall
I agree. I have a hypothesis: non-Thai BLs may be discriminated against, especially Chinese BLs. For the record, I think people can enjoy BLs from any country without manipulating votes.
All that said, it's just a hypothesis and my opinion. I've been keeping it close to my chest because I've seen people get ruthlessly torn apart in the comments for saying less.
I was about to ask the same question. I don't like how that Mr. Jin was looking at Han Lu. It seems like the predatory gaze of a powerful and rich older man preying upon the young and beautiful. Han Lu seemed very uncomfortable either fleeing or turning his back on him.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to happier times for Shiono and Takoi. How about this: let's have the restaurant owner officiate their wedding in the final episode?
I've really enjoyed the community we've fostered here in this comments section. There have been a lot of very insightful thoughts shared here and details I hadn't realized.
To continue to savor this series, I will use my semi-literate Chinese to slowly read the novel and do my very best to support Zelia and the amazing artists who brought us A Winter Sun.
My personal preference is to watch BLs with human actors, but even as mentally compromised as I am right now, I do understand that some productions may have used generative AI in some way. I think The Prosecutor's Proposal used it in the introduction scenes. I had to close my eyes and just get over it and remember there were a lot of talented humans (actors, directors, everyone in the art and props department, etc.) and respectful and supportive fans who made it one of the gems of my summer BL watching.
Hearing Shi Yuhao being called Haohao sarcastically made me laugh. He needs to be mocked like that, since I'm not sure one remaining episode is enough for him to get the ending he deserves.
My heart is at ease for Feng Qinglang and Xu Changyang, the greenest flag I've experienced in Chinese BL. I can't praise Xu Changyang enough.
So the parents of the late Feng Qingtian's deceased ex are being egged on to extort money from him? I suppose they don't know Feng Qingtian has passed away? Hope it all blows up in their faces.
Jing Lifeng: Makes my skin crawl. Seems like his background is very dark, maybe darker than Father Xu's. Imagine if he were in business with Father Xu! Birds of a feather. Hopefully he's done pestering Han Lu.
Shi Yuhao: I suppose he did one nice thing, the first nice thing he's ever done in his life, by speaking up for Sister Jialin's/President Jialin's company in light of their new film's sensitive subject matter. Still, I didn't want to see his nasty rash on screen. I still hope he chokes. He's always wearing black and scheming in the background like a pantomime villain.
Qi Haoyu: He's very unstable. I'm glad Feng Qinglang mentored Han Lu, showing that whatever happens to his relationship with Qi Haoyu, any outcome isn't the end of the world. I think the overarching message is pretty powerful.
Sister Jialin's/President Jialin's daughter: She is so cute and funny. I like how she snaps back at Qi Haoyu when he says that girls shouldn't play games. It's also cute that she claimed that Qi Haoyu can be called "Dad" while Han Lu can only be called "Brother," because he can't cook. The absolute cherry on top was when she called Jing Lifeng "Grandpa." Give that child a medal, because she can really get to the heart of things.
Please excuse me while I go drown in tears. I don't have the energy to go on my typical weekly rant about Shi Yuhao or express my disgust at people like Mr. Jin.
Han Lu: I felt the same way Brother Guo and Qi Haoyu felt after the Mr. Jin encounter. I was right about Mr. Jin all along. All the sneering on my part was justified. I want to choke that man and then choke Shi Yuhao. Pretty please?
Shi Yuhao: It was a joy not seeing his face this episode, but Father Xu did mention him.
Father Xu: Whatever scheming he's up to makes me nervous. I wonder what karma has in store for him? I'm pleased he's sending his fellow serpent and offspring, Xu Xiao, abroad, but I guess it's just to protect himself.
Feng Qingtian: My heart hurts for this sweet young man. I'd like to see a genuine smile on his face.
Xu Changyang and Feng Qinglang: My belief in their love keeps me strong no matter what Shi "The Rat" Yuhao and Father Xu do.
All that said, it's just a hypothesis and my opinion. I've been keeping it close to my chest because I've seen people get ruthlessly torn apart in the comments for saying less.