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Thank you for pointing it out! ❤ I'll go with Wang then haha, the names are always a bit of a struggle to me 🤣

This episode was truly a masterclass in portraying the quiet, yet powerful, moments between them. It’s about more than just being together—it’s about the significance of choosing to stay, about the quiet joy of simply existing alongside another person. It explores what it means to forge a meaningful relationship, one that holds the promise of transformation. The kind of bond that makes you question your long-held habits of pushing people away and always keeping your suitcase packed, ready to leave at any moment.

**SPOILERS AHEAD ➫**

Watching Tian wrestle with his emotions, trying to figure out what he did wrong, is absolutely gut-wrenching. For the first time in his life, he cares so deeply about someone, and you can *see* how much it terrifies him. This is uncharted territory for him, someone who has spent his entire life keeping others at a distance. He’s learning, growing, and stumbling through it all as he navigates his relationship with Wang Sheng. It’s heart-breaking yet so beautiful to witness. Tian, who has never let anyone close before, is starting to realize just how vulnerable love can make you. And that vulnerability is what’s changing him.

One of the most poignant moments in the episode was when Wang Sheng admitted that he still *wants* a brother, but that single word—*but*—carries so much weight. Yes, he may want the comfort of a brotherly connection, but it’s clear that what he feels for Tian goes far beyond that. Sheng is struggling with his feelings, unable to fully articulate what he wants from Tian. It’s not brotherly love that’s taking root—it’s something much deeper, something that transcends the label he’s used to. He’s beginning to realize that Tian holds a space in his heart that he’s never allowed anyone to occupy before, but he hasn’t yet reached the point of understanding it completely.

This unspoken, almost intangible tension between them—the push and pull of desire and uncertainty—is what makes their relationship so captivating. It’s not just about finding love; it’s about discovering the layers of human connection, the kind that can change who you are at your core. This episode beautifully encapsulated that delicate, transformative process.

I appreciate you all reading it 🥰 thank you hehe

I’m super excited for tomorrow’s episode, but also kind of sad. Bible and Jes mentioned that tomorrow kicks off the final stretch, and apparently, the last episode will be more of a recap to explain the plot. I’m not entirely sure what that means, but honestly, it kind of scares me!

Because there will be a timeskip in the future episodes

Im not exactly sure either, some people say douban is relevant and others say it doesn't matter. It honestly confuses me 😭 I just hope we get to see them again

Internationally yes but they care more about the internal ratings specifically Taiwan because that's where they get the majority of money from

We could ignore it but it does affect their work, the director had a plan for season 2 but he will only do it if the audience receives this show well and right now it's a disaster because the rating is insanely low which takes away our chance of seeing them on our screens again 😭 on top of that, I don't even want to imagine the state of their mental health after hearing so many malicious comments about how they look

From my understanding their primar concern is "they aren't handsome enough"

I'll cry with you😭 thank you for reading it ❤🫂

Hi bb! ❤ I agree, the story pulls you in with them. It's so beautifully done 😭

It's the peek of hypocrisy 😭 not only were they brothers but there was rape involved between them in H4

I understand that, it's not like everyone has to like their appearance but their faces shouldn't determinate how good the show is, that makes the rating invalid for me. As for the intimacy, they only got into that when they were officially together in the book, I am guessing the show will take a similar approach

I really don’t understand the low ratings on Douban, especially since they’re not even critiquing the plot. The negative feedback seems to be focused on two things: 1) the actors not fitting certain beauty standards, and 2) complaints from book readers claiming it doesn’t do the source material justice, which, as someone who’s read the book, I can confidently say isn’t true. They’ve followed the storyline very closely, with only one significant adjustment so far. It’s frustrating that instead of engaging with the actual story, people are hung up on superficial things like appearances and strict book-to-screen comparisons.

I’m responding here to both this comment and the one under my post because, I’m not wasting time on two separate replies.

First, regarding the comment on my post—calling something a masterpiece is *subjective*, not some universal declaration. It’s my perspective, plain and simple. I’m allowed to feel that way without needing to convince anyone. How exactly does my “bias” affect you? Why are you so invested in discrediting my opinion? If you disagree, that’s fine, but you won’t see me tracking down your comments to dismantle your views. There’s space for different opinions without turning it into a personal mission to undermine someone else's take.

Now, onto this comment—you’re spending a lot of time and energy trying to figure out why people love the show, as if you need to crack the code. But maybe instead of speculating about everyone’s motives, consider that people can enjoy things without needing to meet some specific criteria or explanation. The show isn’t loved because of some shallow stepbrother trope; it’s the storytelling that resonates. And newsflash: no one owes you a justification for why they connect with it. Audiences aren't required to validate their reasons for liking something to anyone, least of all to someone who’s more focused on critiquing others than engaging with the material. Leave your own review, cool, but stop acting like this is a psychological evaluation of people’s reasons for enjoying content.

At the end of the day, everyone’s entitled to their own thoughts, but you don’t get to police how people relate to or appreciate a show.

Anyway, that's all. 😒

Haha, honestly, the amount of wasted food is kind of hilarious! 🤣—Wang was definitely stalling. He was still feeling all shy and awkward after what went down the night before, trying to find any excuse to avoid going with Tian. But the moment he realized Tian was actually waiting for him, he couldn’t help but give in and follow him out, so naturally, the food was forgotten.

Thank you ❤ and of course I am sending you a link.

https://x.com/juexias/status/1484064097000116224

There are many ways to interpret that moment, but to me, it’s clear that Tian saw the hint of pain in Wang’s eyes when the Bernoulli law was mentioned. It’s as if Tian’s gaze gently asked, “What’s troubling you?” and in response, Wang’s eyes turned more vulnerable.

I think Wang’s disdain for the Bernoulli principle might be personal. Throughout his life, he’s yearned for someone to genuinely care for him, even if he’s never voiced it. He might feel that the "wind"—the force that draws people together—represents his longing for connection. Yet, when that wind dies down, he’s left isolated again, mirroring his strained relationship with his father. As a child, he was close to him, but as he grew older, the distance between them widened, as if the wind had carried him away.

So I guess Wang identifies too closely with the Bernoulli law, seeing it as a symbol of his own broken life and Tian saw right through him.

Thank you! 💖 I'm so glad you felt that way. I totally agree—no matter how many times you revisit it, the emotions stay just as intense. It’s the kind of series that keeps its impact every time.

Thank you so much! I’m really glad it resonated with you! 💖