Yaun Tong didn't suddenly switch sides. He was always supporting the emperor. The emperor knew about the second…
Actually, it wasn’t stated very clearly, there was just subtle hint. I think it was in the last or the second last episode when FL was in the Palace and the Emperor was sick. She went to check him and saw acupuncture tools of Yaun Tong. The eunuch told FL that he came to check the emperor before and left her belongings here. Then FL proceeded to use the needle on his tongue if I remember it correctly. And this scene is linked to one of the past scene where he teached FL this particular technique, but she wasn’t intrigued to learn it because she thought that she won’t be using it. But then she remember it, and that’s how we can relate that he was an ally to the emperor. about song han, it’s been a long time since I watched it, and don’t remember some of the details, but I think there was an arch that showed his change like something triggered him. I can’t remember him, but there was something. And I agree with your point about Ansu.
just finished watching the drama. I thought it was pretty good though I still struggled to understand certain…
Yaun Tong didn't suddenly switch sides. He was always supporting the emperor. The emperor knew about the second prince's plan to rebel and overthrow him. He wanted to stop him but didn't want to confront him directly. That's why he, with the help of Yaun Tong, tried to stop him. It was all a plan. They fooled the second prince. Regarding Song Han, I believe that after discovering his involvement in his mother’s death, he became mentally ill. He began to experience hallucinations as well. Although he loved his brother, he constantly feared that his brother might kill him upon learning the truth. If you observe closely, there were moments when he lost control. He was unable to reason properly. Like his father, he believed that power was the only means to an end, which led him to ally with the second prince. For the second prince, Song Mo represented a threat. To demonstrate his loyalty, he felt compelled to harm his brother. The fear and seeking for power drove him to hate his brother and attempt to murder him. He had gone too far, leaving no path for retreat. Additionally, being an illegitimate child also contributed to his actions. Ansu loved Song Han, who constantly sought her sympathy and tried to manipulate her. He presented himself as weak to gain her trust and made her believe that Dou Zhao viewed her not as a best friend, but merely as someone who earns money for him. She was misled and influenced until she realized his true nature. This later motivated her to help Song Mo and Dou Zhao.
absolutely agree. the series went down hill after ep8. the sexual tension that they had in the beginning of the…
I get it. It happens to me as well. The only explanation that I have is maybe in the earlier episode, we really liked that dark vibe that it had. The leads are not too close and not too distant. The anxiety, the tension in between them. But after they get together there is a sudden change in their personality. Like from being cold to becoming a puppy in love. The tension is gone. They acting like a high schooler being in love for the first time. Being overly dramatic and lovey-dovey. The same thing happened to me when I was watching My Demon. For me, it became cringey at some point.
Although "naysayers" are blaming "Freedom of expression" used by other people to voice their opinion regarding…
absolutely agree. the series went down hill after ep8. the sexual tension that they had in the beginning of the eps was mellowed down. it became flat, esp with the argoan storyline. it felt like i was watching a different drama altogether. as someone who eagerly waited for it air, watched it ongoing, and had high expectations it was total disappointment.
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about song han, it’s been a long time since I watched it, and don’t remember some of the details, but I think there was an arch that showed his change like something triggered him. I can’t remember him, but there was something. And I agree with your point about Ansu.
Yaun Tong is FL’s friend. At one point, it may seem like he likes her, but no, he just cares for her like a true friend.
Regarding Song Han, I believe that after discovering his involvement in his mother’s death, he became mentally ill. He began to experience hallucinations as well. Although he loved his brother, he constantly feared that his brother might kill him upon learning the truth. If you observe closely, there were moments when he lost control. He was unable to reason properly. Like his father, he believed that power was the only means to an end, which led him to ally with the second prince. For the second prince, Song Mo represented a threat. To demonstrate his loyalty, he felt compelled to harm his brother. The fear and seeking for power drove him to hate his brother and attempt to murder him. He had gone too far, leaving no path for retreat. Additionally, being an illegitimate child also contributed to his actions.
Ansu loved Song Han, who constantly sought her sympathy and tried to manipulate her. He presented himself as weak to gain her trust and made her believe that Dou Zhao viewed her not as a best friend, but merely as someone who earns money for him. She was misled and influenced until she realized his true nature. This later motivated her to help Song Mo and Dou Zhao.
same after ep7 there was so much sobbing and it had a sadder tone.
I have no words it’s amazing.