Love By Chance left me with mixed feelings. As someone who generally dislikes school BLs for various reasons, the setting and some characters grated on my nerves. However, I couldn't help but fall for Perth and Saint's portrayal of Ae and Pete. Especially considering Perth's talent as a child actor, I was amazed by his skills at just 17 years old, though I had reservations about his young age when starring in the series.

The story revolves around Pete, a wealthy and timid university student trying to conceal his homosexuality, and Ae, a kind-hearted boy who accidentally hits Pete with his bike. Ae steps in to protect Pete from those seeking to take advantage of his wealth, leading to an intense closeness between them, with Ae developing feelings for Pete beyond friendship. However, Pete tries to ignore his own feelings for Ae to spare him from potential ridicule. Despite this, Pete falls deeper in love with Ae, who initially wasn't aware of his own attraction to men until he met Pete.

The way Ae's feelings for Pete gradually develop is beautifully portrayed, and their journey from friendship to romance feels genuine and touching. The scene where Pete comes out to his mother is particularly emotional and resonated with me deeply.

Yet, I found it puzzling that while Ae and Pete's story was well-developed, the side characters seemed to be stereotypical and messy tropes, which detracted from the overall experience.

To add to my mixed feelings, Perth's ex-manager's actions behind the scenes caused disruptions that ultimately affected the series' ending, leaving me dissatisfied.

In conclusion, Love By Chance is worth watching if you're drawn to the beautifully portrayed relationship between Ae and Pete. However, if you're seeking a well-rounded BL with equally strong supporting characters, you may find yourself disappointed.