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JJJ 36 minutes ago
Sharing that Lin Jinqi has a funny nickname with the C-viewers. The characters in the drama tend to call him 林大爷 (Lin Da Ye) which means the eldest son (young master) of the Lin family. It ends up sounding like Linda爷. 爷 also means grandpa. Now there are tons of viewers calling him Grandpa Linda. It is also part of the joke how he is "old" and no one in the drama wants him (the ones that do don't have pure/romantic intention). 🤣
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eliteles1 a minute ago VIP
He isn't old. And he's the most handsome of them all. But thanks for the explanation. I didn't understand that nickname "Linda" that Liu Xue Yi kept mentioning. "Linda" in Portuguese means beautiful/pretty.
Constantine 
1 minute ago from Constantine Daily Super Topic
Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi's promotional campaign closely resembles today's consumer mindset of "distancing falsehoods and preserving truth."
No carefully crafted industrial saccharin, nor any deliberately awkward glances for business. On 'Hello Saturday,' Liu Xueyi, who comes from Beijing Dance Academy, dances flusteredly, as if separated by a galaxy; Offline, three heart gestures were all staggered, and in the end, she could only joke, 'This is also a kind of tacit understanding.' This "clumsiness" actually became the biggest highlight.
Today's audiences are long tired of those sweet interactions that follow scripts. Just as we no longer blindly pay for the premium specs of phones, people have begun to develop resistance to entertainment industry marketing rhetoric. While everyone is busy creating the perfect "persona," this unfiltered, even somewhat unfiltered reality has become a rare resource.
They take care of each other in the game, and when they make eye contact, they can't help but laugh—this relaxed vibe is pleasant to watch. It's not just a show of intimacy, but a natural reaction of two ordinary people facing the camera. This kind of "honest person" honesty perfectly matches the public's desire to return to authenticity and refuse to be swept up by clichés.
Rather than watching flawless performances, it's better to appreciate these authentic, down-to-earth moments. After all, sincerity is the ultimate ultimate skill. #谭松韵刘学义老实人剧宣就这样#
eliteles1 VIP a minute ago
(I haven't reached this episode yet, but I'm going to enjoy watching it.)⬇️
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eliteles1 VIP a minute ago
(I haven't reached this episode yet, but I'm going to enjoy watching it.)⬇️
278625092sandy
1 minute ago from Liu Xueyi Super Topic
I will do my best to make you fall for me too
, but in this life,
you,
Xu Lanxiang
, can only be my wife
. This statement is authoritarian and domineering, but also a deep promise of affection—a confession, devotion, and respect. For life, only you, Xu LanxiangThe fragrance of orchids remained unchanged#兰香如故 #Liu Xueyi#刘学义##谭松韵#
https://weibo.com/1360033235/Rjf092mGQ
eliteles1:
MAlbrra25
Thank you. I love the poetry in Chinese songs. In The Princess Gambit, there was a reference to "the lost pearl"—referring to the male lead (Liu Xue Yi's character)—which was very beautiful. And in the current drama Against the Current, there are many beautiful lyrics. As soon as I have a little time, I’ll take a closer look at them.
Yes, take your time in listening to the beautiful OSTs of "Against the Current"; they are so meaningful, melodious and so soothing to listen with.
The songs conveyed what is in the heart and mind, longing for peace, love and freedom.
MAlbrra25:
Hello . . .
"The Beautiful, Melancholic OSTs are truly the Heartbeat of "Against the Current (兰香如故)"!
🎶🎵❤️🎶🎵
* They perfectly anchor the incredible resilience of Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi.
* Zhou Shen’s main theme, "Return From A Great Dream" (大梦归), gives you pure ethereal chills.
* Tan Songyun's own emotional track, "Flowers Bloom Along the Courtyard Walls" (花开满篱院), completely breaks your heart.
*** If you are loving the music as much as the show, do yourself a huge favor and check out the full 11-song English-translated playlist by @Peachey Blossom on YouTube!
Her poetic translation skills bring the soul of these songs to life for global fans.
Truly a masterclass compilation! ❤️🎶❤️🎵
Thank You ! 💞💞💞
Atlantic 866 
1 minute ago
#是吕蕺儿告诉林兰香真相的#
Liu Xueyi: "I used to study musicals, the Dance School Affiliated to Beijing Dance Academy, then I went to the Central Academy of Drama, where I took acting classes."
Li Xueqin: "Then how did you get admitted?"
Liu Xueyi said, "I took physics, and fifteen minutes for circuit diagrams. I was really good at circuit diagrams. After fifteen minutes, I handed in my papers and went to the bathroom, bumped into my chest, and then saw it was from a dance academy. Then I said, 'He's a pretty good guy, should I try that thing?' I said I couldn't dance, and he said he could act. I said I could give it a try."
No one expected that because of this sudden encounter, an accidental collision, Liu Xueyi would start a completely different life.
The opportunities others painstakingly seek are just a chance encounter that happens to happen naturally.
Most remarkably, Liu Xueyi was not only exceptionally lucky, but also impeccable in terms of personal qualities. His facial features are perfectly reproportioned, with relaxed eyebrows and eyes, large eyes clear and clean, and both bone structure and skin are well balanced—gentle and dignified. This uniquely blessed face is clearly the kind of fate that fetchs her, naturally suited to stand in front of the screen.
What's even more captivating is that he is a bona fide science and engineering man. Supported by scientific thinking, he is clear-headed, intelligent, and highly logical. At the same time, his emotional intelligence is outstanding—he is gentle and humble to others, speaks sincerely and steadily, neither ostentatious nor impatient, low-key yet transparent.
With a proper appearance, upright character, and a sharp mind, such outstanding talent and both inner and outer cultivation are truly rare. Indeed, outstanding people are always outstanding in every aspect.
#是吕蕺儿告诉林兰香真相的 #
eliteles1 VIP 42 minutes ago
"and the last line of your comment is weird honestly. she isn't an object who belonged to ML, wdym returned to the person she was supposed to be with. that's weird"
PS: I believe she was referring to Lan Xing's original status (belonging to a powerful aristocratic family; that is where she originally belongs. She is returning there. Plus, she'll be able to investigate more closely what actually caused her family's death.)1 Reply
Sneha 34 minutes ago
@eliteles1 there is nothing to investigate. she knows what happened and who did it and why.
and I know what they meant. I'm specifically saying that it is worded weirdly. and they said between the two guys, she returned to the person so it is less about her status.0 Reply
eliteles1 VIP a few seconds ago
"I'm specifically saying that it is worded weirdly. and they said between the two guys, she returned to the person so it is less about her status."
So, I agree with her on that point as well. (LJQ is the husband she was betrothed to from the very beginning, and as teenagers, they were both upset by that fact. And there is a lot to explore, even if she thinks there isn't. As viewers, we want to find out if the young LJQ’s smile at his wedding to Xiao Tang was genuine. I want to uncover the details the screenwriters have hidden regarding these events. I want to find out if LJQ gave Lan Xiang’s relatives a proper burial—that would show he had feelings for her and hadn't forgotten her or her family. There is so much to investigate... and we all want to know these significant details (about what was in their hearts). There is a scene where Jia Lan says she didn't want to get married anymore—that she had given up; I don't recall the exact words, but it was something like that. (This shows there was deep romantic frustration involved). Liu Xue Yi says in an interview that it was love at first sight, while Tan Song Yun counters that claim. Liu Xue Yi then adds: "I say all this, but the audience will have to figure out what is true and what isn't."
