Only You EP9 – Coming Out, Family Drama & #LingOrm Feels

Let’s be real: #LingOrm are carrying this Thai GL drama in EP9, and they’re doing it in very different (but equally powerful) ways. Orm (Aira) is an emotional chameleon this episode—crying one moment, radiant with happiness the next, then slipping into disappointment or frustration without missing a beat. It’s raw, nuanced, and impossible to look away from. Meanwhile, LingLing (Tawan) is proof that you don’t need dialogue to dominate a scene. She communicates through subtle facial shifts, lingering stares, and the kind of body language that screams louder than words—whether it’s the way she holds herself close to Aira or stands strong under pressure. She may have far fewer lines, but her presence is magnetic, and her emotions land just as hard. Together, EP9 feels like an acting duel where both women win.

But here’s the catch: the acting was stellar, the story… not so much. EP9 felt uneven—some scenes soared, others stumbled—and the inconsistency left us struggling to keep up. Let’s discuss.

Tawan holds Aira by the pool in a tender embrace, the two sharing an intimate and heartfelt moment that reflects their deep love in Only You EP9.

Leaked Photos & Selective Parenting

We open on the fallout from Aira and Tawan’s leaked amusement-park photos. Aira’s dad pivots from threatening to buy out her contract and end her career as a singer if she keeps seeing Tawan… to barely scolding either of them when they stroll back in after a weekend runaway. He even hands Aira her phone to “handle the mess.” The whiplash is real. Credit to Tawan, who immediately steps up to shoulder blame and protect Aira—queen behavior.

The Public Coming Out – Standing Ovation

Let’s be real: coming out privately is terrifying enough. Doing it live, with your entire career hanging in the balance? That’s next-level brutal. And yet, Aira delivers—raw, open, and vulnerable. Her speech is heartfelt, emotional, and so honest it demands a standing ovation. This isn’t just a plot point; it’s a defining moment for her character and for sapphic representation on screen.

Then comes the tear-jerker: Tawan walking in to stand beside her. No words needed—just her presence, her steady gaze, her body language screaming “I’ve got you.” It’s the kind of support that makes you misty-eyed and reminds us why #LingOrm own our hearts.

And let’s give flowers to the production company and even the manager in the room—cueing the cameraman to zoom in, pull out, and frame every emotional beat. It was media spin at its finest, but it worked. Fans watching got to feel the love story as much as hear it. The company’s support also matters. Seeing her finally get the validation she deserves felt monumental.

Daddy Issues, Fan Girls, & Shady Brothers

Aira’s dad even lets a tear slip during her speech—progress? Maybe. Then, in a much lighter turn, the fangirls flood in post-live, squealing over Aira and Tawan. Watching Tawan squirm through sapphic fangirling she was clearly not prepared for? Absolute gold.

But peace is short-lived. Back at her dad’s house, Aira’s stepbrother slides in with his tablet, claiming Tawan is dragging the family name through the mud. He’s all smug until dad calls his bluff and demands proof. The receipts? Instantly exposed as posts from the stepbrother’s own fake account. Busted. The scheming is pathetic. Sir, please sit down. You’re officially climbing our “Top 5 Most Hated GL Characters” list, and honestly, the bar was already low. But it still puts the issue on dad’s radar—especially since he notices his nemesis’s daughter in the photo with Tawan.

Enter Tawan’s Dad (a.k.a. Buzzkill #2)

Just as Aira and Tawan bask in a moment of hope, Tawan’s absentee dad storms in demanding she come home. Excuse me, sir? You barely raised her. Where do you get the authority? Sure, it’s cultural, but the logic is weak. Aira’s dad then jumps in for a dad-vs-dad verbal brawl. Juicy? Absolutely. If we were the girls, we’d have slipped out the back. Instead, both dads drag their daughters home like it’s the 1800s. Sigh.

A House Divided – Respect Over Approval

We flip to Aira’s house, where Tawan is finally invited in after lingering outside like she’s hoping the walls will part. Aira’s dad lays it out: he’s not approving their relationship, but he does demand respect and transparency if they’re going to keep seeing each other. It’s a pivotal shift—he’s not giving his blessing, but he’s not slamming the door shut either. Still, it’s a far cry from the support Aira desperately wants, and her frustration simmers.

Tawan, to her credit, doesn’t shrink from the moment. She finally uses her voice, declaring that she chooses Aira over obedience to her father. She built her own life and business, and she won’t let anyone control her. Can we get a standing ovation?

Love, Defiance & Miscommunication

And this is where the episode starts to wobble. After that pivotal scene with the three of them, the cracks show. Aira is in bed, clearly upset. A knock comes at the door, but she’s done—so she pretends to be asleep. We don’t blame her. Her dad breaks down beside her, and we’re left squinting: was that guilt? Regret? Or just another mixed signal in a long list of them?

Then comes the real whiplash: Aira suddenly ghosts Tawan. No calls answered. No texts returned. For days. Zero explanation. Instead, we get a five-minute montage of her “living life”—smiling for others, masking her unhappiness, but never addressing Tawan. Meanwhile, Tawan looks equally lost, hurt, and confused. What just happened?

To make it worse, the sweet flashback we get—a tender, adorable pool scene—offers no clarity. There’s no mention of this being a plan to give her dad time, no mutual agreement to take space. Just silence. We’re confused, and honestly, it feels like the writers forgot to loop us in.

Final Thoughts on Only You EP9

EP9 gave us strong acting with heartfelt moments from #LingOrm. But the plot? Messy. The dads felt inconsistent and Aira’s mixed signals confused us. Oh, and remember that whole “bodyguard protecting Aira” storyline? Nearly forgot it existed—thankfully the preview hints at its return.

So what did you think—were we the only ones confused, or are you screaming at the screen too? Drop your thoughts below; maybe you caught what we missed.