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Xu Zheyi is a 30 year old actor. Abandoned by his friend after co-signing a loan, he was burdened with a massive debt. Without any foreseeable way out, he was reduced to acting in a gay AV in order to make enough money and pay off the debt.

Ruka is a twenty-some year old popular AV actor. He lost a bet when he was drunk and had to act in a gay AV.

The two men cross paths during filming.

Associated Names
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萤幕拍档
螢幕拍檔
Related Series
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Recommendations
Deep in the Act (5)
Kill the Lights (4)
True Star (3)
Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil (3)
The Reader and Protagonist Definitely Have to Be in True Love (3)
Agreement of Being Gay for 30 Days (2)
Recommendation Lists
  1. What I Read
  2. BL with SMUT scenes 2
  3. Boy's Love
  4. Best, Ok and Great BL
  5. Fav fluffy BL #2

Latest Release

Date Group Release
07/11/18 Translating Tolerably c31 (end)
06/24/18 Translating Tolerably c30
06/22/18 Translating Tolerably c29
06/12/18 Translating Tolerably c28
06/07/18 Translating Tolerably c27
06/06/18 Translating Tolerably c26
06/05/18 Translating Tolerably c25
06/02/18 Translating Tolerably c24
05/28/18 Translating Tolerably c23
05/15/18 Translating Tolerably c22
05/05/18 Translating Tolerably c21
04/22/18 Translating Tolerably c20
04/19/18 Translating Tolerably c19
04/18/18 Translating Tolerably c18
04/13/18 Translating Tolerably c17
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twilly
twilly rated it
March 10, 2019
Status: --
First off, kudos to the translator for her great work and fine taste in novels. The translation is very natural and seamless.

Please don't be put off by the GV aspect--the summary almost makes it sound like an in-depth exploration of the "blackening" of a white lotus as he is forced into the vicious, sordid world of the adult entertainment industry. It is most emphatically not that. In fact, this is a sweet, delightful confection filled with comical misunderstandings, domesticity, and just gosh-darn wholesomeness. The GV in question is basically the... more>> purest, least shady adult video in existence. And the xx scenes are ACTUALLY GOOD! I could just cry.

I want to take a moment to emphasize this point, because how rare is that? This is legit the first danmei novel I've read where the xx scenes are legit hot and the dumbass tropes we're all familiar with aka "shou faints from lack of oxygen while kissing", "no lube needed because the gong's fiery passion will sufficiently lubricate his oversized jj/the shou's ass is mysteriously secreting fluid even if it's not an abo", "shou falls unconscious in the middle of getting xx'edand can't get out of bed for the entirety of the next day because the gong is just~so fierce and overbearing~", etc, do NOT appear at all. Like, I have read novels that I loved and I just quietly accepted these scenes thinking that they were just the way things written in danmei novels, but this story proves otherwise. Thank you, author! Just for that, I would have rated this a freaking 5/5. But the xx scenes do not merely avoid these awful, anatomically-incorrect tropes! They are actually incredibly hot and sensual, the best I have read in a danmei. I wonder if the fact that this is Taiwanese plays a role in it. If so, I really hope more Taiwanese danmei gets translated.

Now back to the novel: if this was just a pwp, it would still be excellent. But there's actually plot and characterization! The MC is a really simple, practical person. Just from the summary alone, we already know that he's a small-time actor who gets buried in debt because he got played by a friend. Honestly speaking, if this were another type of novel, he could have been portrayed as a tragic figure. But instead of treating this horrible betrayal as a cataclysmic event that throws him into despair, the author just shows him quietly doing his best to accept it and take the most practical solution to this problem, which is acting in a gay p*rn film. He never sits around wailing to all and sundry about his troubles, waiting for somebody to rescue him. He just gets up and does what has do be done. ML at first seems like a cold, overbearing-president type, but he's full of pleasant surprises and I ended up liking him so much more than I thought I would.

I don't want to spoil this story any further as it's so short (sadly) that I'd end up summarizing the whole thing at this rate, so I'll just say that both MC and ML are really lovable, decent, admirable people who are in a healthy, respectful, loving relationship. Think about how unusual those adjectives a typical danmei and you'll see what a rare delight this pure cinnamon-roll of a novel is.

Please do yourself a favor and give this novel a try. (ノ◕ヮ◕) ノ*:・゚✧ <<less
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mahhtyn
mahhtyn rated it
March 6, 2019
Status: Completed
I looked at the description of this book several times and hesitated to read it because I was worried it would be filled with angst. I'm so glad I didn't let the title or description deter me. The smut was so so sexy and the fluff is super sweet. It quickly became a favorite of mine. Highly recommend!
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Waterylime
Waterylime rated it
February 19, 2019
Status: c31
Do you to the description I originally thought the story was going to suck. But it turned out to be a really sweet and totally smutty story. I definitely recommend this for a quick sweet read.
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Dyna23
Dyna23 rated it
February 1, 2019
Status: c31
What a wonderful short story! Fluffy, smutty and realistic. I loved it. Thank you for translating!!☺
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mriasbrina
mriasbrina rated it
December 28, 2018
Status: --
I'll be completely honest. I'm the type of person who judges a novel based on the novel description so when I first found out about this novel, I skipped it just because I felt I wouldn't like it despite the high ratings. The only reason why I read it was because I was browsing the translator's website and I forgot that I've come accross this novel before.

THANK GOD I DID!!

This novel is so good! The only downside was that it was too short. I wanted MORE!
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BobChan
BobChan rated it
December 21, 2018
Status: c31
There are no words to describe how cute the two are! I highly recommend reading this as it is a good read, it not only shows the elevation of the two’s love but also the visible struggles that a person may have on their relationship.

Although the beginning can be hard to get through, one because of the MC’s thinking and two, because of the ML, it is actually worth it. The two did not start on a ‘fall in Love at first sight’, and ironic as it maybe... they fit... more>> the role they had applied for~ Best of all... Those smut scenes are a gracious gift from the heavens to us, rotten people!!! Caution that the terms used can be... Very explicit causing major nosebleeds or squealing (but it’s worth it you know?)

Story Rating: 4/5

Character Rating: 4/5

Development Rating: 3.5/5

Total Rating: 4/5

A major thank you for Kleeps for the amazing translation!!! <<less
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alamerysl
alamerysl rated it
November 25, 2018
Status: c31
This was an absurdly sweet romance. Despite the setting (I usually avoid this trope, in fiction and in fanfic), there's really nothing icky about the relationship between the main characters. Instead, their interactions develop naturally and the main drama comes from the MC getting over his internalized h*mophobia.

Overall, this novel is gentle and sweet with spicy smut scenes and is just a pleasant joy to read.
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irrykat
irrykat rated it
November 21, 2018
Status: c31
Not a bad read at all! I was a little nervous considering the AV setting and the issue of the MC's debts, but thankfully everything's more or less consensual. Much of the drama really is in the MC's psyche, as he struggles to come to terms with his attraction to the ML, his sexuality, and more. The ML is also quite cute, and though he pursues the MC, he's not yandere or anything like that. You really end up rooting for them a couple.

Also the smut was A+.

A shout-out to... more>> the translator as well. The prose was pretty fluid and there were very few mistakes, all minor and non-impacting readability. They really did an excellent job, especially since s*x scenes can be pretty difficult. Kudos! <<less
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Scaranpannoir
Scaranpannoir rated it
November 14, 2018
Status: Completed
This is a story that will give you diabetes XD with a healthy dose of smut. It's straight to the point, no random plot twists nor random drama nor random detours, sweet and fluffy, read this while eating marshmallow (or tofu, I love tofu), and enjoy.

It also takes on a realistic view, I recommend this, go read it if you're searching for your perfect guy/girl, you might not find him/her, but at least this story will comfort you. (*˘︶˘*).。.:*♡
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zxio6
zxio6 rated it
November 13, 2018
Status: Completed
I love this story really cute and fluffy.
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MoniqGin
MoniqGin rated it
August 23, 2018
Status: c31
So cute!! I like it when our conservative sweetie got possessive and ero muddled.

Spoiler

XZ is the shou and Ruka is the gong

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Thanks for translating. The meal was great ??
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One_lonely_bagel
One_lonely_bagel rated it
July 17, 2018
Status: Completed
Absolutely adore this story, it made my heart warm and fuzzy yet still had a very healthy dose of nosebleeds.

I would definitely recommend reading it.
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lifeisbittersweet
lifeisbittersweet rated it
July 13, 2018
Status: c31
I confess, I started reading this for the smut (oh such top-grade smut though), but grew to love it so much for the writer's handling of the emotional development between the MC and the ML. This is definitely something I didn't expect from a gay video plot. I was grateful there was no unnecessary third party, and the most that the two had to overcome was the MC's internalized h*mophobia.

This delightful blend of deliciously well-written, nosebleed-inducing smut and rolling-in-the-bed fluff is on my fave danmei/yaoi list, and I heavily recommend... more>> it for any fujoshi/fudanshi/open-minded reader. I also must commend the high-quality translation; it certainly made the read much more enjoyable.

Come on! Give it a try, lucky you. It's now completely translated and you don't have to wait weekly like we did (though it made my day every time I saw a new release on my feed) ! <<less
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NatCreeper10
NatCreeper10 rated it
July 12, 2018
Status: Completed
I went into this book just for the smut part, and if you do the same you will be quite surprised at how good this book is. If your looking for fluff, there are other much better books to choose from. This is a very hot book (warning alert), so if you don't like those things, then stay away, but other then that it has a great, satisfying ending, and a small amount of fluff. For it's short size, it is mainly centered around the smut aspect, but after you... more>> finish reading it all the way you will be left with a good fluffy feeling, I extremely recommend this book for people looking to satisfy their smut tank.

I found this book on the website of the translator, because I was following another of his book, I ended up following them all because they are really good books, the other two he is translating are more fluffy base then smut though if you are looking for that. They are called Reborn as a System, which is like 'Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil' with the characters of 'The Reader and Protagonist Definitely Have to be in True Love'. And the other is abbreviated as PUP which is like the world of 'The Reader and Protagonist Definitely Have to be in True Love' with different characters, all of the books I mentioned are all amazing and if you haven't read them I really recommend it

Now I'm gunna stop advertising other people's books, if you like a hot, smutty book, read this one. If you like more Fluffy Bl, read Reborn as a System, or Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil. And if you like more plot based Bl then read PUP, or The Reader and Protagonist Definitely Have to be in True Love. Phew, I think I'm done now! <<less
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minki1103
minki1103 rated it
July 12, 2018
Status: --
Its a good sweet and short... but too short... fluffy stuff and smut from the beginning... hahahaha
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fhianne
fhianne rated it
July 12, 2018
Status: Completed
This novel is a combination of smut and fluff. At first I was hesitant to read it since the title was my red flag for a "s**tty, messed up plot novel". BUT WAIT!!! I'm wrong... It's actually cute. The ML is my kinda guy in every novels I want to read. The MC as well, althou the novel is short you could say that he's a one man-man.

The translator also did a good job translating it. I enjoyed it. It's worth the read.

It's short. It's sweet. It's perfect.
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cocoajuppie
cocoajuppie rated it
July 11, 2018
Status: c31
If you're looking for a nosebleed, this series is a high contender. I might've read a few scenes more than once *cough cough* Anyway, it isn't AV filming every single chapter. There's a plot, things start off rough for the MC, but overall the story is short and sweet. MC's character is solid as well as his character development. As for ML, I had to actively suspend disbelief when it came to his character during one occasion. He is a good ML and he didn't do anything bad, but his behavior just didn't jibe with the image I felt the story built up for him.
Spoiler

There are many ways to write gap moe for a seemingly cold dude. For me, the "cute" fell flat and knocked the awesome factor/rating down.

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If the book cover and a smutty love story appeals to you, by all means enjoy ♡
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Wildelily
Wildelily rated it
July 11, 2018
Status: c31
I loved it. Healthy dose of nose-bleeding smut and sweetness~!
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Anxin
Anxin rated it
July 11, 2018
Status: c31
HOT, very hot story. Quite a bit NSFW but also dipped in sweetness, it is just the right length so that it doesn't draws on needlessly and yet advances the plot and character interactions in a way that makes sense. I rather enjoyed it and the translation is flawless. Please give it a chance, you won't regret it, believe me.
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cookiesArDaBest
cookiesArDaBest rated it
January 5, 2024
Status: Completed
I liked this a lot more than I thought I would. It was a bit difficult at first because of how the MC was homophobic, but there was character development! I love when the ML falls first, so that was a plus for me. The smut was quite good. As for the plot itself, minus the MC's inner turmoil from his trauma, sexuality, and whatnot, it is lacking others have said. As a smut novel, this very well may be a 11/10, but the characters aren't very expanded upon, though... more>> the leads' dynamic is enjoyable. I'd say this is a relatively enjoyable novel that doesn't overstay its welcome. <<less
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