nottbelike
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Worth the view- with some sacrifices
After careful deliberation of what I wanted to say regarding this show, I've decided on what is fair and what isn't.
Firstly, I'd like to acknowledge that the acting and chemistry between each couple is amazing, particularly with Teng Muren and Li Cheng. Every actor gave a convincing performance, and somehow, Anson accomplished being the most stereotypically straight man alive and convinced me that he was in love with another man. I also adored that despite Teng Muren's tsundere tendencies, the character can still be sweet and loving in his own way.
That being said, I must address the elephant in the room.
S*xual Ass*ult:
Unfortunately, Yong Jie purposefully got Xing Si drunk and had sex with him. This is r*pe, no matter how you want to spin it. Though the characters outside the relationship make it clear that the act as immoral, the show still treats the couple as if this is a deserving relationship despite their weak attempts as also indicating the toxicity of it all.
There are two ways you can look at it. On one hand, this is just a show, and you aren't meant to think too much of it. This is a show targeted to a mature audience with the expectation that the audience is intelligent and mature enough to understand the immorality of the act. On the other hand, why would an audience member want to watch a show where a r*pist gets his happily ever after?
Storytelling wise, I felt, "Meh." This isn't a groundbreaking show by any means, but there are many fun and endearing moments that'll keep your interest. There is constant problem finding and solving, which means that the episodes don't feel pointless or empty. Some parts felt rushed or not explained well enough, but as I said, this isn't a masterpiece. I would've rated the story a 7, but I can't look passed the awful handling of the SA and also felt that the storytelling wasn't anything unique.
If you're someone that's able to look passed major character flaws or wants to watch simply for the other couple, then this show may be a fun watch. However, if you don't want to vote with your view (increasing the view count of a show with r*pe may indicate that this is desired television), then I'd suggest moving along.
Firstly, I'd like to acknowledge that the acting and chemistry between each couple is amazing, particularly with Teng Muren and Li Cheng. Every actor gave a convincing performance, and somehow, Anson accomplished being the most stereotypically straight man alive and convinced me that he was in love with another man. I also adored that despite Teng Muren's tsundere tendencies, the character can still be sweet and loving in his own way.
That being said, I must address the elephant in the room.
S*xual Ass*ult:
Unfortunately, Yong Jie purposefully got Xing Si drunk and had sex with him. This is r*pe, no matter how you want to spin it. Though the characters outside the relationship make it clear that the act as immoral, the show still treats the couple as if this is a deserving relationship despite their weak attempts as also indicating the toxicity of it all.
There are two ways you can look at it. On one hand, this is just a show, and you aren't meant to think too much of it. This is a show targeted to a mature audience with the expectation that the audience is intelligent and mature enough to understand the immorality of the act. On the other hand, why would an audience member want to watch a show where a r*pist gets his happily ever after?
Storytelling wise, I felt, "Meh." This isn't a groundbreaking show by any means, but there are many fun and endearing moments that'll keep your interest. There is constant problem finding and solving, which means that the episodes don't feel pointless or empty. Some parts felt rushed or not explained well enough, but as I said, this isn't a masterpiece. I would've rated the story a 7, but I can't look passed the awful handling of the SA and also felt that the storytelling wasn't anything unique.
If you're someone that's able to look passed major character flaws or wants to watch simply for the other couple, then this show may be a fun watch. However, if you don't want to vote with your view (increasing the view count of a show with r*pe may indicate that this is desired television), then I'd suggest moving along.
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