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Love beyond the Grave Episode 24
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IrenaK Wow, that puppet-master lady should choose her opponents wiser. How could she even imagine she could beat Simu? Even if she's supposedly "weakened" (which might as well be just longing for Duan Xu), Simu was still too OP. That magic AoE blast! 🤩Duan Xu has to marry, and his father offered the woman he likes to him as a concubine? Hahaha, I would like to see how anyone makes Simu anyone's concubine! 😅
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The Road to Splendor Episode 35
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After so many losses, we finally got an episode with so many wins! 🥳They got the golden weight and other evidence. Even Mr Jin stepped forward to right his wrongs, even though he most likely got beaten to death (I really don't think he survived that). 😌And Yake provided a very important document that reveals all of Minister Yu's allies, which could have been lost if Tingyun had disposed of her gift... And I am overall kind of satisfied with Yake's ending, because in my eyes she has redeemed herself with all the help and change of heart she had in these last few episodes. And since Tingyun has also forgiven her, I see no reason to dislike her anymore. 🥹Loved to see some combat scenes with DYX, as we didn't get that many in total throughout the drama, contrary to what I expected. AND THE NORTHWEST ARMY CAME! Oh, how I cheered! Of course, that will cost Commander Wang his post and rank, but, hey — Northwesterners stand together! 🤗The final minutes of the episode were particularly satisfying, where one minister after another just stepped forward and impeached Minister Yu for many different embezzlements, murders, and other crimes. 👏
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The Road to Splendor Episode 34
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They got me bad — I really believed the Emperor had turned his back on Zhao Ling and that he actually died from poison... I was sad and angry at how they chose to kill him — in prison, wrongly accused. 😒Yet, when Lord and Madam Yu wondered how easily Ling had died and even wanted a confirmation, which they didn't get, I started to hope. And, oh, how happy I was that he was alive! AND not only that... Even though it's for the investigation, he's back to being Jiuweijiao, making it feel like it has come full circle now!I am hyped for him being the smuggler again — he even looks more cheerful now. 😌Let's bring Minister Yu and his wife down! I am so ready for it! 👏😏
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The Road to Splendor Episode 33
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Damn, that Emperor! He was the one who gave those lands, identity, and everything to Zhao Ling, and he knew he was a salt smuggler! And he did nothing? Said nothing? How can that be called deceiving the throne!? Loyalty should go both ways... 😠😞And Mr Jin, you fool... Another greedy victim of Lord Yu's schemes. 😒 At least Sen wasn't accused, but this doesn't change what Mr Jin did. To be fair, I thought Lord Yu would have him killed to silence him in case something went sour. And I am happy Sen didn't kill him. That would have been too much for his pure soul. 😟And Madam Wan with the upper Northwest ladies coming to Tingyun's aid... That moment was so touching. They are not gone; they still stand with their "sister". 🥹
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The Road to Splendor Episode 32
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She chose to stay! I am so grateful, because a divorce would be the worst possible solution when they have already given up so much for that status and wealth... 🥹But I want to praise Yake in this episode. She finally made a decision for herself, and a right one at that. Away from those vipers who ruin everything they touch. Her decision will be the first stain on the Yu family's polished reputation, and I can't wait for the dominoes to start tumbling until they are in utter ruin. 👏And her help to Tingyun? Well, I will consider this as her redemption for her past mistakes. Though, I didn't expect she would be the one to tell Tingyun how her mother died.. But she knows now. And I can sigh in relief — that secret was heavy on Ling and their relationship. 😌😮💨
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The Road to Splendor Episode 30
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OMG, my stress levels are rising! I can't believe Mr Yu threw his son under the bus just like that and Madam Yu got Madam Wu killed! They really are willing to do literally anything to reach their goals.... 😧And them trying to spread the rumours of Madam Zhao having an affair with Young Master Yu? They should beware of taunting that tiger in Zhao Ling's skin, because once it breaks free, none of those people will be safe... He won't tolerate anyone slandering his beloved! 😠Madam Mo, why did you make General Mo sign that "donation" agreement? It was so obviously a bribe! How could they even consider that as an opportunity... 🤦♀️Now all my hopes are on Tingyun and Concubine Wu's co-operation to clear the name of the Northwest people and maybe even reveal some of the stuff Mr and Madam Yu are doing behind the scenes. 🤞
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Love beyond the Grave Episode 23
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And once again I just want to say how beautifully stunning the visuals are of this drama. It really does look like almost every scene is a piece of art! 😍His gift to her — a map of the Spirit Realm, with each place having descriptions of smells, colours and everything else she can't really sense herself — was so thoughtful. Only someone who truly cares and holds the other person dear would make something like that. 🥹I don't trust either of Simu's Hands. Yan Ke has already proven multiple times that he's a villain in this story, but Jiang Ai plays a more mysterious game. And now with Bai Sanxing having escaped from prison, the question is what do either of them plan to do with him? Because they're both hiding that they've seen him. And how did the guard-eye fall asleep? Was someone "helping" it? 🤔
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Love beyond the Grave Episode 22
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She was so much stronger than any of those other spirits who coveted the lantern and the Sovereign status. No wonder the lantern literally chose her. 🤗And did she have her senses when she was chosen or she never had them? 🤨But why did she erase their time in the illusion world from his memory? Did she think it would be a weakness to her or maybe a threat to him? 🥺Also, I don't know if Left Hand can be trusted, however Right Hand is definitely getting high just to get his little imaginary moments with He Simu where she's head over heels for him... Sir, that illusion was nothing like the real version! 🙄P.S. Starting to remember a bit more of what was happening.
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Love beyond the Grave Episode 21
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Pausing this for a couple of months makes it a little bit hard to jump right back in and remember everything that's happening. 🫣Can't remember which of the Hands tricked him into entering that maze, but thankfully Simu found a way to get him out of there alive. As far as I remember, I thought Yan Ke had some feelings for Simu, so his reaction to her saving, protecting, and healing the little mortal general just proved I remembered correctly. 😌Also, yeeey, she realised she has feelings for him! "Duan Shunxi... It truly feels like you've gripped my heart." 🥹
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The Road to Splendor Episode 29
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The way Zhao Ling made Fifth Master Fu pay for what he did to Tingyun's mother was very satisfying. I have always had a soft spot for morally grey characters and vigilantes, and Zhao Ling embodied both with this one choice. 😏Though, I am upset that they are going back to him not explaining things to Tingyun. It's been proven a million times and more that communication is their key to success and, most importantly, to avoiding unnecessary misunderstandings... If only he would tell her his reasons for that choice and other choices she's questioning now. I think she would come up with a very clever plan on how to corner Lord Yu again... Ehh, Zhao Ling, Zhao Ling... 😔To be fair, I am actually hoping Chuan or Biao tells Tingyun, because I don't think Zhao Ling will. His understanding of what would protect Tingyun and what wouldn't has been quite questionable so many times before, and it seems he's not learning from his past mistakes. 🥺
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Sumin seems way more crazy than I imagined and I am afraid she might turn into a killer eventually. That woman doesn't care about anything other than ruining Jiwon's life. It's almost like an obsession! 🫣Jiwon's such a queen — milking Minhwan dry and then slamming him into the ground just like that! And in front of his own mother! Bravo, girl! And her plan to make his mother dislike her right from the very first second they met was so clever. Loved every bit of it! 👏😏Could Ms Yang's stomachache mean she's the one with Jiwon's illness now? Oh, no! 😟Also... I kind of ship her and Mr Lee. Her husband is yet another trash-of-a-man who doesn't deserve her, nor their daughter. 😤And Jihyuk... a man who doesn't like cats likes a cat who doesn't like people, and the cat likes him in return... Poetically beautiful! 🥰 And he even ensured he's taken care of after he's dead... aww 🥹
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Sumin getting desperate from not getting her way with Jiwon and starting to show her true colours... To be fair, she gives off a little psycho vibe, like she's a bit unstable in her mind. BUT, at least she and Minhwan finally crossed THAT line, which only brings them closer now... Jiwon's revenge is finally in motion. 👏😏Loved to see how Jihyuk supports and aids her. She needs that someone she can rely on and talk to about all this, because every step she takes is emotionally tough, as it reminds her of everything she has gone through. 😢🫂And he even has the stray cat! I was pretty sure it was the same one, but now he has confirmed it. So cute! 😌Their final lines of the episode... Uff, I expect everything is just going to escalate from now on, and I am super excited for that! 🫣🤗P.S. Aroused elks... mhm, if only. 🤭
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The Road to Splendor Episode 28
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Fifth Master Fu, you didn't! 😭 I was so mad at them for even thinking of that... And just to get Zhao Ling away for those three months for Lord Yu to get his plan through? 😠😤 Believe me, Fu Shichang, you arrogant fool, you were played and no reward will be coming your way! Ever. 😞🫵But, apart from the saddest thing they could ever decide to do, we actually got something good in this episode, too. Tingyun got Madam Yu rethinking how their family is operating and whether there is any love between them... which we all know — there isn't. It's only calculations, schemes, and a thirst for power, wealth, and status. I chuckled a little at her calling that dignity... 🤭And Concubine Wu does her part in the Yu family perfectly, as it really looks like she's slowly wrapping Jingxiu around her finger and I wonder how she will use that. Will it be just for her own benefit in the Yu family and to aid Madam Wu? Or will she use it to reach her ultimate goal — freedom from all her shackles? 🤔One of my favourite scenes in this episode definitely was Tingzhou standing up to his father, taking the banner and leading the delegation with Old Madam Fu's coffin to Huaying, while his wife explained to their children what filial piety should truly be."Filial piety is not blind obedience. It is knowing right from wrong. Righteousness is not empty fame. It is breaking old rules." ❤️😌
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The Road to Splendor Episode 27
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Oh, Zhao Ling gambling with his career, but it worked! Tingyun is so clever to think of that plan, and I had a feeling that the Emperor might be in on it. Love that I was right! And now they even have the Empress Dowager's favour! 👏🤗So satisfied that they walked out of the Yus' trap stronger, more respected, and more favoured than before. Everyone now wants to be friends with them! Merchants bringing gifts too... so abundant! 😅 Madam Wu is also planning something... Could she decide to look out for her own benefit eventually instead of aiding Madam Yu's plans all the time? I noticed she's planning to visit Lord Wang — is that the same person as Commander Wang? 😳But I am expecting the Yus' next plan to be even trickier to get out of. Zhao Ling's presence in court is like a thorn in Lord Yu's side, and for them to succeed with whatever they have been planning, they need to get rid of him. They might get desperate and that means — raising the stakes of the game and even considering killing him if nothing else works. 😬I still consider Miss Wu a potential ally to Tingyun, and she could help bring down the Yu family from the inside. With all the stories of the northwest and the other tricks she uses to get Jingxiu on her side, it seems to be working already, but we'll see how that continues. 🤨
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The Road to Splendor Episode 26
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The wedding night was so beautiful! And I loved how wholesome, trusting, and supportive they are again. I missed them like that! 🤗🥰 If only there weren't all these problems caused by the Yu family and Madam Wu. But I know our beloved and strong couple will get through it and find the best solution... 🫣And Tingyun actually already has found out what the issue with the Emperor's favour decreasing is — about where the Empress Dowager's place of eternal rest will be. But knowing the reason is already halfway to finding the solution, right? 👆Also, another problem of finding a way to balance support for both the drought victims and the northwest border. 😔Well, Yake and Jingxiu's relationship seems completely shattered now. I can only hope she will learn from everything Jingxiu said to her, yet I kind of doubt it. She really is turning into a version of Madam Zuo, only Madam Zuo was more skillful with her schemes, I think. 😒Watching how Miss Wu kept eating and eating, probably not being allowed even one-tenth of what she had on the table... That really made me tear up. 😢 I hope she will be able to find happiness and her place in the world, as long as she abides by one condition — not at Zhao Ling and Tingyun's expense! 🤨🫵P.S. Could those little fish in a bowl be an Easter egg for Moonlight? 🫣😏
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