Overview
Inseparable childhood friends Pu Le Jian, Zhuang Xi Wen, and Xie Yu He swore they’d be together forever, but fate forced Le Jian and Xi Wen to part. Years later, Le Jian is struggling to keep his adventure YouTube channel going when a mysterious figure named Amber appears out of nowhere, claiming to be a fan of his, and offers him information on a place called Guilai Abbey…
Reviews
Do not pass up this show!! However, you should know going into it that it is a slow-burn, slice of life story about friendship and the growth and change that comes along in life. This isn't your usual trope heavy BL series - and it benefits from it. I am so glad we are getting more diverse LGBT stories in the 2022 BL season. The first couple of episodes may have been a bit odd in their pacing and set-up but the long term trajectory of the plot was perfect.
The cinematography, and soundtrack were also just fantastic. The music in this show really added to the atmosphere - and I loved the styling of the wardrobe and set design. Lots of consistent symbolism and themes. I was also really impressed with the acting, even if there was some shaky, over-acted moments (few and far in-between). I particularly think that Hui-Min (Erek) Lin and Yun Xin (Tannie) Huang were excellent - especially in their incredibly well handled scenes together. Erek Lin may be one of the most beautiful people I have ever seen???
I really loved this show - and have already re-watched specific scenes over and over again.