Kiseki: Dear to Me

The initial episodes of the series are enjoyable and engaging. After a while, following the first couple becomes entertaining as well. It seems that generating a storyline for the scriptwriter became challenging after the first couple became a couple, as we start to witness a forced plot, making the series less interesting. Especially towards the end, I found myself fast-forwarding through scenes involving the initial couple.

I absolutely loved the second couple in the series. In fact, the reason I started watching this series was because I had seen a scene of the second couple on TikTok. For the first time in a BL series, I saw that the story of the second couple was much better than that of the first couple. The introduction, development, and conclusion - everything about their story was well-executed. They even managed to skillfully tie up the absurd and nonsensical events related to the first couple, and for a moment, I became a fan of the scriptwriter. Even now, thinking about scenes with the second couple makes butterflies flutter in my stomach.

"You need to stop blaming yourself because he has forgiven you."

This drama starts quite dramatically, with a kind of sad atmosphere hard to understand before knowing how it came to this point. I find that to be very intriguing.

Zong Yi and Zhe Rui's first meeting is shocking, yet their relationship turns out to prove rather humoring at first.

The slow burn romance portrayed here is really to my liking, while the plot twists and turns make it more interesting.

Ai Di and Chen Yi have a rather passionate story. The unrequited love trope really hits it off with them. Especially Ai Di seems like a rather complex, round character which makes one suffer with him while watching Chen Yi pursuing someone else. The twist in their story seem rather self-destructive, but male it all the more dramatic.

All in all, I really like this series.

The acting is amazing. The story is ever-changing with lots of twists, although it might seem a little disconnected at first.

Hence, it is really enjoyable to watch.

I have to admit the plot was kinda confusing. I wished it focused more on the gang related plot because I feel like there were some plot holes. Even though I was able to put two and two together. The whole time I thought Zhang Teng* like Rhui* but that was not the case. It was a revenge thing. The first couple was nice to watch but I think their story line was predicable so that is where the 2nd one shined.

Ai Di was such a complex character. I almost wanted a spin off for background story for him. Tho the second did not have a lot time, watching them finally go from friends to more was nice.

"Kiseki: Dear to Me" is the first BL drama I've ever been truly addicted to. Compared to dramas from other countries in this genre, Taiwan truly excels in creating extraordinary chemistry between couples, as well as fostering strong friendships and interactions between all the actors. The offscreen chemistry is equally remarkable, making it clear how genuine and pure-hearted these actors are. Their performances feel so natural, it's as if they're expressing real love and affection rather than acting.

I'm especially captivated by both the onscreen and offscreen chemistry between Chen Yi and Ai Di Their bond is so compelling that I'm desperately hoping for another drama where they star as the leading roles together. I doubt I'll ever find the same level of authenticity, care, and affection in any other series.

Even the supporting roles in "Kiseki: Dear to Me" were flawlessly portrayed, and the entire production-from the story to the casting and the crew-was outstanding. As an international fan, I believe the world needs more Taiwanese dramas. In my opinion, they're truly the best in the genre these days.