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wish i was this accurate when filling out…

wish i was this accurate when filling out the lottery... didn't think everything would blow-up in Toey's face this fast. but until that happened this was a hilariously sweet ep. poor Chain was getting dragged along from one extreme ride to the next, his poor soul almost left his body a couple of times lol... ********************************************************************************& Toey was enjoying rubbing his supposed budding relationship in Q's face - which found ironic as he was the one that didn't want to do anything. ***************************************************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************************************************************************Peem is a really good friend, he was a good senior to Toey & a great friend to Q - but i love that whole friend group. doubt there is one character i dislike in this BL (even though introducing Kluen makes me wonder is he gonna be the 'fly in the ointment' the one to try & come between the mains?!? time will tell). *****************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************side note everyone going on & on about the Khaofang & Tan 'ship' i must say i love Tan & would happily watching more of him. but i aint sold on Khaofang - idk why but he kinda anemic - personality wise IMO.

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Five Stars

Episode 5 felt like the calm before the storm. Less drama, more setup—but still plenty of soft chaos to go around.Khanin? Still very much not focused on Emmaly. And he’s not subtle about it. Half princely duties, half lovesick chaos gremlin. Childish at times, yes, but let’s not forget: his real goal isn’t being the prince - it’s finding his adoptive dad and holding onto the people he actually loves. Charan included. And from this point of few... He isn`t on the wrong way... Ramil and Paytai… now that’s a story of it`s own. There’s love there, but under the pressure of expectations (Rachata I talk to you), it’s twisted into something toxic. Ramil clings to control—collars, leashes, power plays - because he’s terrified of losing Paytai. You can see the love, but it’s constantly shaped by power - Ramil wants to own, to keep, to protect in the only way he knows how: total control. Paytai gives in, not because he’s weak, but because he loves back… but he’s given up a lot of himself in this all. It’s devotion, but at a high cost.We also finally meet Net and JJ’s characters - and the royal tournament prep begins! Definitely a set-up episode for what’s coming, but full of soft (and jealous) moments to keep us fed until the next royal drama drop. Ep. 6 can`t come fast enough!!!

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Peem kissing Phum was wayyyy hotter then Phum…

Peem kissing Phum was wayyyy hotter then Phum kissing Peem. when Peem kissed him, he didn't have to say "don't forget my kiss" cause that was unforgettable, just saying... & it's all good & well Peem wanting to understand what he feels before confessing to Phum. but there 2 people in this relationship, he needs to think about how Phum will react. so sometimes the over thinking is just a hindrance. that could make the heartache last longer. but Phum kissing him made it clear that he also feels something for Peem. so all's well - i guess ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************Toey cause of Matthew told the whole group that he's in-love with Q which was cute & then adorable how everyone was ready to help him with Q. but given Q's no nonsense personality he not gonna like they playing him when he finds out. it might blowup in Toey's face. he might get angry at his friends but they best buds- u fall out & makeup no biggy. not the same for an outsider that u start to trust & open up to. hope i am wrong. cause Toey sweet & truly loves Q. ***************************************************************************************************************************************************************************side note: what is the deal between Chain & Pun, sometimes i think they already one step from confessing, other times i feel like either Pun or Chain has a crush but it's one sided. confused!

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took a hell of a long time to watch this ep…

took a hell of a long time to watch this ep - kept pausing from yesterday lol.... idk but i wanted Peem to hold out a bit more. i know the relationship is the main point of this or any BL, but just me - needed Phum to work harder to earn Peem's affection. but it is what it is, another fun ep if i disregard the mains fast-forwarding their ship... *************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************Tan is adorable & i am happy Khaofang didn't play hard to get - ironic i know, given what i said about the mains. but as there wasn't any animosity let alone slave contract between Tan & Khaofang. i think Tan's wooing needed to be rewarded at least with his love interest not dragging him along, until he finally agreed. ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************liked that the two friends groups just messed together so naturally. personally i want more of the friend group interactions.

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Love vs duty

This was a very interesting episode. Was Kuai Duo on a mission for the Gui seal and the alter was a coverup? Did he help or hinder those that blew up the alter to hide the theft of the seal? And now we know the Queen’s mother used the seal to defeat Yong, but what was the consequence? What price is required to activate the seal? Had he not been married this is a love story like Zhinu and AnTu. The Queen is very aware of her surroundings. She figured out the puzzles and even that he had repainted the death murals and why. She gave such a clear picture of his dad’s kindness. But he knew what he was taking, and she knew where it was going. He would not make a deal but figured it was their last meeting so he left her his book of instructions for various techniques he had mastered. He would not go with her but wanted to gift her with something important to him and possibly helpful to her. They were well matched and would have been formidable. He wanted to be with his family and he refused to move them earlier. This inadvertently condemned them all. Even knowing how it would end, I am not sure he would be persuaded to play it out differently. He said he would willingly die for righteousness and nothing would divert him. Was his cause righteous? Or was he just led to believe it was? By the end of her tale he seemed more gray than white in path choice. Was Chu a helper or nemesis because with this they may have had a partnership of sorts in getting the seal out. But if the now Queen had no clue to its whereabouts, who knew? And how did they find out? There is a story there I want to hear. AnTu surprised both of them showing up. She even set a path of resolution that would have kept the two she loved best alive. The one thing her mother and Zhinu agreed on was her living. And while she was knocked out the Queen shared the details of her last meeting with his father. She noted the names of the two he mentioned but she said he needed to know who his real enemies are…plural. Was it plural with the Marquis and eunuch? Or others entirely? Do the fish activate the seal or keep it from activating? The Queen is the only one that knows the consequence of its use…and for that reason never planned to use it. Why was Kuai Duo willing? Why did he think it wise to relocate it? Who is pulling the strings on this? AnTu and Queen voted for love….seems their men of choice do not. But where does that lead them other than death? Is there another option? I need more episodes dammit.😝

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Solving puzzles

Cao’s squad knows Zang Hai was last to enter Marquis’ house. They want to kill him but Cao wants Gui seal more. He can’t be sure that Zang Hai doesn’t know where it is. The meal with his friends seemed like a goodbye dinner…maybe of the permanent kind. AnTu, to her credit, gave it to him straight. She would forsake her mother forever to run away with him if he would drop the matter. He is in anguish outside her prison door. He so wants to run off with her but chooses to put hope aside and see this path through. She is heartbroken but resigned to his choice. She has made it clear she wants him to live above all else. Zang Hai was ready to deliver his resignation letter to ease the way to leave for Dongxia. Just before it could be delivered, the Queen of Dongxia arrives. Her lipstick is rather distracting. She has a vibe but I can’t place it yet. She is most cunning but it seems neither good or evil…just ready to meet decisively whatever comes at her. She is not the eagle but bird of prey is not a bad analogy. For now I will consider her a lady dragon ready to protect her treasure. She is chained but not down for the count by any means…it is more like biding her time for the long game. She watches and waits. Zang Hai is called to court for an emergency meeting. This has everybody’s attention since session had been cancelled due to Emperor’s illness. This of course was cover story for Cao not being able to attend. He is in critical condition but is singularly focused on Gui seal. He wants all pieces on board til its location is revealed. The Emperor gives a panda vibe. He looks more comfortable in his workshop than in court. The Queen presents a series of gifts and the emperor wants to know what the incredible treasure is that was promised. A miniature house is brought in with a challenge attached. The treasure is inside, but it is a puzzle box to open. She challenges to see if any of their scholars are capable of opening. The head of ministry of works gives it a go. He understands the construction but sees it as a system of locks with no means of unlocking. The Prince suggests Zang Hai. Zang Hai investigates the box and understands the connections between beasts and dots. He sees a specific joint technique particular to his father. He knows he has to open it and he knows his identity is revealed when he does. He chooses to complete the box and present it open to emperor. The roof is lifted off to reveal a jade fetus.This is supposed to be buried in an auspicious location to ensure longevity of rule. Zang Hai is given the job to find a location. The Queen offers him a ride to chat and she shows him some of her cards. She knows her daughter likes him. She has figured out who he is. And she knows he has her daughter. She gives him the first real clue about his father’s death and he is given the option to bring her daughter to her or share his fate. She has already dispatched the yong members guarding coach and he is a lone man amidst amazons. She is quietly just as impressive as Marquis. Can’t wait to see what next episode reveals.

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