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Early Spring is undoubtedly one of the best dramas released this year, and honestly, I enjoyed it more than I expected to. There was just something about this drama that kept me hooked. And can we talk about the chemistry between the leads, Luke and Flora?? Because I absolutely loved it. 😭 Their chemistry felt so natural, and their interactions were definitely one of my favourite parts of the drama.

And the OSTs!!! Goshhh. Whoever worked on the soundtrack deserves their flowers because the songs fit the scenes so well. But let me specifically talk about “You Should Know” becauseeeee 😭😭😭

“You’ve got amber eyessss, you should know…” 🎶

And there’s me sitting there blushing throughout because I already know what’s coming next. 😭😂 Like, the moment that song starts playing, I already know the scene is about to give me butterflies. At this point, the song itself has become a warning sign for me. 😂 Why was I always smiling like an idiot whenever it came on?? 😭❤️

However, I do feel like some parts of the story weren’t really adding up. There were certain moments where I was just confused like, wait, how did we get here? 😭 I’m guessing this probably has something to do with them not being able to include everything from the novel. Sometimes you can actually tell when a drama adaptation has had to leave out certain details because some scenes move too quickly or certain things aren’t properly explained.

But even with that, it’s still a must-watch for me.

One thing I particularly loved was seeing Flora’s growth throughout the drama. In the beginning, when she was with Luke, she was such a pushover. She tolerated a lot, especially with Luke’s attitude and the way he could talk to her. She was always willing to accept whatever he wanted, even when it clearly wasn’t making her happy.

But I absolutely LOVED seeing her eventually realise that she needed to do better for herself.

The fact that she started working out, started doing things on her own and, most importantly, started becoming more independent was so satisfying to watch. It wasn’t just about her relationship with Luke anymore. She was slowly becoming her own person, making her own decisions and learning to stand up for herself.

And I think that was one of the best parts of her character development. She matured. 🥹

It’s also kind of an eye-opener for ladies who find themselves constantly adjusting themselves just to please someone they’re in a relationship with. Loving someone doesn’t mean you have to accept everything they do or lose yourself in the process. You can love someone and still have your own voice, boundaries, goals and life outside the relationship.

And honestly, I enjoyed the Luke and Flora breakup scene. 😭 As painful as it was, I genuinely felt like they needed that breakup. Sometimes two people can love each other and still not be good for each other at that particular point in their lives. Flora needed that space to grow into herself, and I think the breakup was part of that journey.

Now, I won’t even start talking about Lumi because that girl??? 😭😭 She’s the best gurllll indeed!! I absolutely loved her. She brought so much personality to the drama, and honestly, side characters like her can sometimes make a drama even more enjoyable. Every time she appeared, I already knew I was about to enjoy myself. 😂

But Sun Yuan Zhu???

WHY DID THEY HAVE TO KILL HIM OFF??? 😭😭😭

Because honestly, that part did not make sense to me at all. I was just there thinking, but what was the reasonnnn?? 😭 I understand that sometimes these things have to happen for the plot, but stilllll, couldn’t we have found another way?? 😂 It felt unnecessary, but I guess it was all for the plot.

And then there’s Sun Yu. Goshhh, I actually felt so bad for my poor gurlll. 🥺 Having feelings for someone, especially when those feelings are that deep, and then having to deal with losing that person in such a tragic way… it was heartbreaking to watch. Her storyline really got to me.

And honestly, this is one thing I’d like to take away from the drama beyond all the romance and drama.

To anyone who is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please remember that you are not alone. Whatever you’re going through right now may feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to carry it by yourself. Please talk to someone you trust—a friend, family member, counsellor, pastor, doctor, or anyone who can stay with you and help you through that moment.

You are loved. You matter. And even if you cannot see a way out right now, please give yourself the chance to see what tomorrow brings. ❤️

If you’re having those thoughts right now, please don’t stay alone with them. Reach out to someone you trust or contact your local emergency/crisis service. You deserve help and support.

Anywayyy, back to the drama before I start crying again. 😭

Overall, Early Spring was such a fun watch. It had romance, good chemistry, funny moments, lovable side characters, beautiful OSTs, character growth and just enough drama to keep things interesting without becoming too heavy.

If you’re looking for something light, cute and easy to binge, especially if you like the boss-and-worker relationship trope, then this is definitely your go-to.

Definitely recommend! 🫶🏽✨

Ps. I can't wait for S2 🫠❤️