SPOILERS** Give me all the drama! This is exactly what C-dramas do best- the suspense, the romance, and of course, that classic “saving someone just in time” moment. You’re rooting for Ming Ye and Ji Bozai to succeed the entire time. The scene with the second male lead really makes you wonder if he’s headed down a darker path because of his yearning for Ming Ye — there’s definitely some potential villain energy brewing there. The ending of this episode was absolutely satisfying. I think we were all waiting for that moment when they finally showed intimacy and confessed their love. The acting from both leads was perfect- his expressions, hers, the timing- everything just landed. Every touch felt so intentional, like he was savoring every second while trying to hold himself back at the same time. The way he slightly hesitated but still melted into her embrace? AHHH I was screaming. It gave me actual stomach butterflies- that scene was everything.That said, I do wish there’d been a bit more struggle in the climax. When Ji Bozai arrived, it would’ve been great to see him really thrash Mu Qibai around more. I get that he couldn’t kill him in the state he was in, but still- a little extra drama wouldn’t have hurt. And the second male lead’s “struggle” scene looked kind of awkward. It honestly just seemed like he was tied around the waist… I wish they’d at least shown some kind of spell or binding to make it believable. Meanwhile, Ming Ye is literally getting slashed to death, and he’s just standing there leashed? Make it make sense 😩But honestly, I get it. This drama isn’t trying to be super heavy like Ashes of Love or Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms. It leans more lighthearted and comedic at times, so the tone stays softer. Still, that ending scene delivered, and I was so here for it.
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Ji Bozai being all distant and mysterious while Ming Yi schemes her way through everything? Episode 2 had me glued. Their push-and-pull dynamic is so good.
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Felt like the ML was overly aggressive charging in and all that, but starting to enjoy his character more. I liked the scene when she kept asking him to repeat “thank you” and the other character teased him and said “he said he likes you!”
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First episode had a great introduction to the characters and setting up the story. Interesting enough to continue watching!
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Pleasantly surprised with the pacing of the first episode. If you want a drama that combines fantasy and emotional depth right from the start, Episode 1 proves Love in the Clouds is worth your time.
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