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I’ve been waiting for this drama to air. And I am not disappointed. I like the build-up, I’m not Chinese and I do not also live in China and also do not know the other tomb stories as mentioned by a well-versed audience, so I appreciate that I can enjoy this without knowing the other stories. I like the political plot, although Zang Hai is not a martial artist, I like the cunningness of his character but you can still see his heart. Xiao Zhan embodies once again the character, he is an excellent actor, I will not say much about Zhang Jingyi’s acting prowess yet since she doesn’t have many scenes where she can showcase it at this point but I know her as a good actress, and Xiao Zhan as a phenomenal actor which is very few in c entertainment.
** Start of spoilers**
In episode 9 where Zang Hai discovered his parents were skinned, the emotions he displayed at that moment made me tear up, it was so raw and you can feel his sorrow, his disbelief, and his unrelenting anger for the disrespect his parents had to endure even after death. This reminds me of the young Zang Hai (Zhinu), the child actor who is also outstanding, as young as he may be.
In episode 14, once again Zang Hai (Xiao Zhan) displayed his versatility, the awkwardness when he looked for Xiang An Tu and found her bathing, I watched many and I always cringe because they cannot display it fully. Still, Xiao Zhan can bring it to life, the awkward smile, his eyes conveying his awkwardness, and his body language, excellent! Also, in later scenes where he was dragged by Cao Jiang Xian, the seemingly innocent act where he didn't know what was happening, he is a masterclass!
For Zhou Qi, he is also someone to look out for, he’s still kinda rough around the edges but he can act nicely. Duke Ping Jin (Huang Jue) is phenomenal too, in c entertainment the villains are the ones who are usually all good actors. Another villain who can display their acting skill is Jiang Xiang (Zhao Zi Qi), the way she delivers her line and the minute detail of her expression is a chef’s kiss!
These are just the tip of the iceberg, I cannot wait and I am getting ready for the heaviness and looking forward to the acting prowess of Xiao Zhan and Zhang Jingyi and the other cast. I am excited about what they can bring to the table.
** Start of spoilers**
In episode 9 where Zang Hai discovered his parents were skinned, the emotions he displayed at that moment made me tear up, it was so raw and you can feel his sorrow, his disbelief, and his unrelenting anger for the disrespect his parents had to endure even after death. This reminds me of the young Zang Hai (Zhinu), the child actor who is also outstanding, as young as he may be.
In episode 14, once again Zang Hai (Xiao Zhan) displayed his versatility, the awkwardness when he looked for Xiang An Tu and found her bathing, I watched many and I always cringe because they cannot display it fully. Still, Xiao Zhan can bring it to life, the awkward smile, his eyes conveying his awkwardness, and his body language, excellent! Also, in later scenes where he was dragged by Cao Jiang Xian, the seemingly innocent act where he didn't know what was happening, he is a masterclass!
For Zhou Qi, he is also someone to look out for, he’s still kinda rough around the edges but he can act nicely. Duke Ping Jin (Huang Jue) is phenomenal too, in c entertainment the villains are the ones who are usually all good actors. Another villain who can display their acting skill is Jiang Xiang (Zhao Zi Qi), the way she delivers her line and the minute detail of her expression is a chef’s kiss!
These are just the tip of the iceberg, I cannot wait and I am getting ready for the heaviness and looking forward to the acting prowess of Xiao Zhan and Zhang Jingyi and the other cast. I am excited about what they can bring to the table.
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