Reposting all my comments regarding Wuyi + Jiayu’s love ❤️

Wuyi’s Journey to Jiayu

Sometimes actions speak louder than words…

For Wuyi… It was more of intrigued at first sight, and when you’re suddenly intrigued by someone…

Love can bloom in unexpected ways. It could be through the first debate/fight, the first disagreement, the first time you worked together, the first heartfelt conversation, or the first time you truly laughed together. And sometimes, it begins as a feeling you cannot explain: a person catches your attention, challenges your perspective, and makes you want to understand them more.

In Wuyi’s case, I believe his feelings began with curiosity and intrigue. From their very first encounter, Jiayu was not what he expected. She challenged his assumptions, surprised him with her character, and made him want to know more about her. When Wuyi said that she “wasn’t what he expected,” that was the beginning of his interest in her—not necessarily love yet, but the moment where she became someone who stood out from everyone else. That was when his respect for her started to deepen. Before love came admiration. Before affection came trust.

His feelings grew even stronger during their heartfelt conversation when he asked why she did not resent the woman who accused her of trafficking. What stood out to Wuyi was not just Jiayu’s answer, but the person behind it. Sometimes, you have to look at someone’s actions and their eyes, not just their words. In that moment, Wuyi saw Jiayu’s kindness, maturity, and sense of justice. He began to realize that the person in front of him was not someone who would intentionally harm innocent people or betray his army.

And that is why Wuyi’s “love at first sight” should not be misunderstood. Love at first sight is often confused with instant, passionate love or physical attraction, but that is not always what it means. Sometimes it simply means that the moment you meet someone, there is a spark—a feeling that makes you drawn to them and motivates you to understand them better.

Wuyi did not immediately know, “This is the woman I love.” If he had, he would have realized it from the very beginning and openly acknowledged it. Instead, his feelings developed naturally through every interaction they shared. His curiosity became admiration. His admiration became respect. His respect slowly became affection.

You can see his feelings growing through his actions:

• He felt genuine sadness for what Jiayu endured because of the Grand Tutor. When he brought up whether her father would come save her, he immediately noticed the pain his words caused. The way he looked away showed that he regretted hurting her, because her feelings had begun to matter to him.

• His respect for her came before his love. From their investigations and cooperation beginning early in the story, he learned who she was as a person. He admired her intelligence, her principles, and her compassion before he ever admitted romantic feelings.

I believe the blindfold horse archery scene was the moment Wuyi finally understood what had been happening inside his heart. After everything they experienced together, after running toward her and reflecting on their journey, he realized that his heart had already chosen her long before he consciously understood it.

At first, Wuyi thought what he felt was simply curiosity. Then he thought it was admiration. But after spending more time with Jiayu, he realized those feelings had quietly transformed into love.

Looking back, he understood why he called it “love at first sight.” It did not mean he knew from the very first second that she was the person he would fall in love with. It meant that from the moment they met, something about her captured his heart—and everything that followed was him slowly discovering what that feeling truly was. Sometimes the heart recognizes something before the mind does.

Jiayu’s Journey to Moving On From Mao in Jujube’s Eyes Version:

Sometimes actions speak louder than words…

1. She may have said “A’mao, A’mao,” but notice how even when she’s with A’mao, it somehow becomes “Wuyi this, Wuyi that.” 😆 That’s often how unspoken feelings reveal themselves. A person can insist they don’t feel anything, but their conversations and actions naturally keep returning to the person who has captured their attention.
For example, when Jiayu and A’mao were hanging whatever they were hanging (I forgot what it was called) on the tree, her thoughts and conversations kept circling back to Wuyi (she worried he would get hurt if he saw those tablets of Wuyi’s other wives loving other men). Another telling moment was when she talked to A’mao about the sword she wanted to make for Wuyi. And no matter how many times A’mao tried to discourage Jiayu about Wuyi, Jiayu insisted that whatever Wuyi was doing was right.

2. She worries about Wuyi’s injuries before anyone asks her to, and she understands him in ways he never has to explain.One of the clearest examples is when Wuyi lost his eyesight. When the soldiers were approaching, Jiayu immediately understood the situation—not because Wuyi told her what he wanted, but because she knew him well enough to realize that he would not want others to see him in a vulnerable state. Before he even had to ask, she acted quickly to protect his dignity and hide his weakness from the people around him. That moment is significant because she wasn't just concerned about his injury; she was concerned about how he would feel about it. She cared about his pride, his emotions, and the burden he carried as a general. Her instinct was not to pity him, but to stand beside him and support him in the way he needed. Her words, “Let me be your eyes,” are powerful because they show the depth of her care. She wasn't simply offering physical help—she was offering herself as someone he could rely on when he felt most vulnerable. She became his support without making him feel weak. Would someone do that for a person they felt nothing for? Maybe a loyal friend or comrade could show concern, but Jiayu's actions go beyond ordinary duty.


3. She watches him when he isn't looking. One of the most telling signs of Jiayu's feelings is found in the quiet moments where she doesn't say anything at all. For example, when it was raining and she dropped her shoes, Wuyi carried her, and Jiayu simply looked at him in silence. She didn't thank him with a grand speech or openly express what she was feeling, but her eyes revealed her emotions. Even after he walked away, she continued watching him, as if she was reluctant to let the moment end 👀. Girl that’s how I look at my forbidden crush.

4. She instinctively reacts to his safety. When the madman attacked Wuyi, Jiayu's composure immediately gave way to panic. She anxiously called out his name, unable to hide her fear. The moment Wuyi defeated his opponent and was no longer in danger, the tension left her body, and she let out a quiet sigh of relief. Her emotions rose and fell with his safety—a subtle sign that he had become personally important to her.

5. She does thoughtful things for him without expecting anything in return. One example is when Jiayu made a sword for Wuyi and even learned to make refined iron to ensure the sword is better than Eagle King’s. It isn't part of a military order or a political obligation, nor does it benefit her position. She simply wants him to have a weapon worthy of him and one that can better protect him on the battlefield. The gesture is practical, but it's also deeply personal. People don't usually spend time and effort choosing or making a weapon for someone unless that person's well-being matters to them. It's her way of caring for Wuyi without ever having to say the words.

6. One of the earliest signs that Jiayu is beginning to care about Wuyi is how she instinctively explains herself to him. No one asks her to, and she has no obligation to justify her actions, yet she does anyway—as though she doesn't want him to misunderstand her or think poorly of her. It's such an unusual change that even Wuyi notices it. With a teasing smile, he asks, "Are you explaining to me right now?". That moment is subtle, but it's often how feelings begin in real life. Before someone realizes they're in love, they often start caring about one person's opinion more than anyone else's.

7. Another subtle moment comes when Jiayu is unable to sleep before she is supposed to leave and travel with her mother. She appears distracted and unusually hesitant about the journey, as though something is weighing heavily on her mind. The drama never outright says what she's thinking, but the timing invites the audience to wonder whether Wuyi has become part of the reason for her reluctance. What's especially telling is her mother's reaction. Instead of asking about the trip itself or any practical concerns, she asks, "What do you think about Wuyi?" That question suggests her mother has noticed a change in Jiayu's behavior and suspects that Wuyi may be the source of her inner conflict. Parents in dramas often recognize feelings before their children do, and this scene fits that pattern


A fair interpretation is that Jiayu doesn't seem to realize her feelings at first. They appear to grow naturally from admiration for Wuyi's character, loyalty, integrity, and his dreams for Southern Ye. The drama conveys this mostly through her concern and quiet support (such as making a sword for him) rather than overt romantic gestures.

Some people believe words are the best way to express love, while others believe actions speak louder. I used to be former, but growing up, I found myself believing that actions do speaker louder than words. 😂 Just because someone tells you they love you… if they don’t show it… then they probably don’t!