lixayy

initially i too thought the plot is dragging within first four eps but I've never been so glad to not drop it. as the story proceeded I understood that initial slow pace was essential to set up the premise for both main leads. the plot in itself is very interesting (imo) and got me hooked.

I love how there's not a single weak side character; yu chengan, chunhua, liu wenji, the king, mu xuan and so on.. the natural chemistry bw Meng Ziyi and Li Yunrui paid off once again after Blossom. Mu Wanyao might just be the best MZY character I've seen so far.

moving on to the cinematography and soundtrack, its a visual and sonic treat. each frame is a work of an art.

overall one of the best historical cdramas I've seen this year.