Welcome back to the Delusional Boyfriend Book Club! In this special crossover episode, Courtney is joined by Val from Girls, Gays, Animes to talk about a manhua that’s got them both in a chokehold: I Ship My Rival x Me by PEPA and Qualia. This Chinese BL comic—adapted from a danmei novel—follows two rival actors, Wei Yanzi and Gu Yiliang, who are being marketed as enemies but quietly shipped by fans…and maybe catching feelings for each other behind the scenes. Join us for a spoiler-free overview of the series' premise and tropes, followed by a deep dive into the story’s characters, humor, and the unique flavor of manhua compared to manga and manhwa. While Chinese censorship keeps the spice to a minimum, the chemistry, costuming, and comedic timing are off the charts—and Courtney’s delusional boyfriend of the week might just surprise you. We’re so excited to finally collaborate with one of our favorite BL creators, so don’t forget to check out Girls, Gays, Animes and follow both of our podcasts for more crossover chaos! Read along with us every month as we explore a new BL anime, BL manga, BL manhwa, or reverse harem romance novel. New episodes drop on the 5th, 15th, and 25th, so make sure to subscribe on YouTube or your favorite podcast app to be part of the book club fun! #bl #danmei #manhua #ishipmyrivalxme #fujoshi #blpodcast #mangareview #girlsgaysanimes

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