This series actually has a number of different headings, but I liked this one the most. You have to search to find this gem as it is not ‘officially’ translated into English, so I am thankful for the individual who did so. Otherwise, I would never have been able to watch this. I became intrigued by the title, and it honestly did not disappoint me. It is a slice-of-life narrative with surprisingly good acting and fairly good story lines that are really cutting edge. This is an obviously low budget series, but these actors put their heart and soul into this creation. It took a rather mundane story and turned into a feel-good series. It was like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket on a cold night kind of feeling.

It is a story of two couples and perhaps another budding one (straight). It is a story about Gawin, (Ken Jaidee) who is a motorbike taxi driver. Gawin is an attractive guy who has no lack of female passengers. Close to where they park is a 7–11 store and a former friend of his named Cho (Fam Pornpawit) comes back to work at this 7–11 after an 11-year absence.

Apparently, this is Cho’s dream job, which in the past, Gawin called a ‘sucky job’. Gawin tries to apologize for his arrogant remark from the past, but Cho does not accept it. Slowly, Cho begins to be worn down by Gawin’s charm, persistence, and they become friends again and eventually move in together. This story of romance is just so cute and adorable and charming to watch. There are no big moments in its development that are insurmountable, although there are some stumbling blocks in its evolution. But we kind of knew they would get over those because there really is a strong connection between them and a genuine chemistry when they are together.

Yes, their love is not going to move mountains, but it is still believable. This is not in your face love but a terrestrial connection that just works. They are in love with each other, and it is a slow burn rather than a raging forest fire. They are such a cute couple together and what makes this work even more so is that the two of them are NOT ravishing beauties and could be considered having ordinary looks with quite ordinary jobs and ordinary outlooks in life. And that is its magic. These guys are not going to change the world but will make it just a little bit of a better place to live in. That is what gave it its beauty.

The other couple is also very interesting. It involves a father named Toss (Thongake Piyawat). He is trying to raise an infant son by himself after his wife suddenly left him. So, he hires one of the motorbike taxi drivers to help him in the house and to take care of his son. Tin (Bomp Premsama) is very good at taking care of things for Toss and slowly over time Toss grows attracted to him and, at a much slower pace, so does Tin. However, Tin feels almost like he is not worthy of this and is so unsure of himself.

Just as things were beginning to blossom between Tin and Toss, the wife comes back into the picture. (She is deliciously evil, and I love her character. I do not know the actress’ name unfortunately). However, this spurs Toss to confess his love for Tin and tells his wife that she is not welcome in the home, and he will never be with her again. As to the connection to this story, Toss is the manager of the 7–11.

What again makes this work also is the natural chemistry and relationship Toss and Tin have for one another. They are so endearing towards each other, and both love the little boy unconditionally (who by the way steals this series — he is so adorable). There is such a naturalness about them being together and their interactions with the child that you want this to succeed. Both actors are so good and play their roles with quiet dignity and compassion. They again are not particularly Adonis-types either but have a natural beauty that draws each of them to one another. Here again, like the first couple, have ordinary lives and live in ordinary places and do ordinary things. And we see that. We see Tin preparing simple meals and doing playful activities with the child. We see him walking in on Toss masturbating in the shower and asking him if he was done yet and all the embarrassment that goes with that. It was these ordinary touches that made this series so magical and enjoyable to watch. As Toss is telling Tin about his feeling for him, he is unsure, but Toss says to him, “Life is as important as love. One day, one of them might disappear.” So on point and so at the moment. Truth is told.

This is another strong ensemble group of individuals, and it is difficult to single out one who has a greater impact. But I am going to tip my hat to Thongake Piyawat as Toss. As the father, he shows the greatest range of emotions. Being once married and now falling deeply for a younger man is quite a transition. And he does such a great job of showing us this anxious path to freedom. It is really nice to see these kinds of portrayals. Kudos.

This series, however, is not without its faults. There is a lot of artificial drama with Cho and former friends that add little to the story and could easily have been discarded. The warmth of the story is in its ordinary moments which is what I wanted to see. This was such a refreshingly different series because it was not full of drama, and it had characters that are not your typical BL boys. They are more relatable to everyday people with everyday issues.

The support cast is stereotypical but with some twists. The one (who initially appears to be a lesbian but, was not) feels jilted. She mistook Gawin’s gregariousness as flirtatious behavior, but he was never really interested in her. There is the typical flaming over-the-top queen that adds little to the story except for some small comic relief. (I really detest these characterizations). There is also the overweight female staff always absorbed into gossiping and getting involved in other people’s business who does provide some comic relief. What is cringe worthy about her, however, is that she is called or referred to as ‘Fatty’. This is unacceptable, I am sorry to say. Perhaps it is a translation issue but nonetheless these terms are so derogatory and unnecessary and are not funny. Here is a series trying to shed light on gay issues and then slips into using terms like ‘fatty’ to describe someone. Please stop. Greater cognition has to be given to the overall message of integrity to these series.

There are some very good scenes between Cho’s mother and Cho and Gawin that are beautifully done and have elevated the concept of acceptance. When the mother finds out that they are boyfriends, Gawin says to her you are free to hate him but do not hate your son. He also asks her to not to try to break them up because they love each other. Of course, that was never going to be her intent. It was a wonderful sentiment and a great testament to the solidity of their relationship given by Gawin.

The production of this series is not necessarily bad except for occasional difficulties with the sound. There is also a lot of background noise. The cinematography is not necessarily of the highest quality either.

This BL series is a simple story refreshingly told with simple premises and filled with characters more like us than unlike us. Their stories and lives are like ours, which makes them way more relatable. Ordinary jobs. Ordinary lives. Ordinary looks (and I do not mean that they are not good-looking). I really liked this series for whom and what they represented and would not mind more stories like this. I wish BL series would focus more on lives relatable to everyday ordinary experiences. There is beauty in that as well.

Rating- 4 out of 5

Streaming on- WeTV