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Yes, Xiao Zan does look fine but every time I see that wig, I am like why so plastic-looking???

I agree - at least on the other characters, they have some loose strands here and there and even on the Marquis, his wig does not look so plastic. LOL

Xiao Zhan with his fine features look good in almost anything but to be honest, his wig is pretty horrendous.

I feel like I missed something about Xiang An Tu so I am hoping someone could enlighten me.

If the last emperor was the one who gifted Zhen House to her, wouldn't most people already know of her origin and her previous title? How did she manage to keep her identity a secret?

The preview does imply that, after her cousin sister refuses to help, Manman decides to launch a surprise attack on the Liangya troops in Panyi. I’m frustrated with the cousin sister and her selfishness. Clearly she does not care about her family as much as for herself and Bi Zhi.

Once Wei Shao finds out, he goes after her. Based on what Manman says, it seems Wei Shao may have already won, and she’s now on her way back. As for whether he returns with her, I guess she’s leaving that decision to him. Given that they didn’t part on good terms, she probably assumes he’s still upset with her.

I really hope Wei Shao does win the war - it's nerve-wracking!

You mean him trying to catch up with her? Yeah and I think they will finish what they did not finish that night lol

Hi, and no worries - I enjoy good discussions, especially when people make great points even when they are opposite to my views.

You're right, the fact that she didn’t tell him earlier is unfortunate, but at this point, what matters more is what she’s doing now. Her decision to go to Boya feels like a genuine act of love and loyalty, not for her family, but for him and for Weiguo. It’s her way of saying, “I’m with you,” and "I'm sorry" without needing to say the words outright.

And yes, while Wei Shao may have been the first to fully trust, it’s not like Manman didn’t show trust herself. It might not have been total transparency, but her actions throughout, especially during the whole Su E Huang mess, showed faith in him. She didn’t question his judgment, didn’t try to sway him for her family’s sake, and even protected him by withholding details from her cousin sister about not being invited to the LuLi conference. That’s a different kind of trust — quieter, but still real.

As for Wei Shao — I don't see him as some lovesick puppy. He’s layered. We saw how openly vulnerable he can be, like he was with Wei Yan, and we’ve seen that kind of soft behavior from him to his grandmother as well as his ridiculously high tolerance of his silly mother. His treatment of Manman fits right into that and emphasizes his deep love for her.

And you're spot on about their styles. Wei Shao is direct and speaks from the heart, while Manman is more restrained, more composed. It doesn’t mean her feelings are any less strong — just expressed differently.

It will be interesting to see how tomorrow's episodes will unfold and how Manman will react to Wei Shao's heartfelt declaration of love.

Yes, and like she acknowledged, it was her mistake. Per my comment earlier, love and trust don’t always come hand in hand. That’s why this episode feels so pivotal. Manman finally opened up about her fears, and in return, Wei Shao showed her through his actions that he won’t turn against her.

Thank you! Happy drama-watching to you too :)

Yes, if Gang Cheol’s true purpose was to understand humanity before ascending, then romantic love definitely fits as a key part of that journey — it brings out vulnerability, sacrifice, and emotional growth, which all tie into the human experience. In that case, the romance has real narrative weight, and your points make perfect sense.

But if that wasn’t the original premise — if his being in Yun Gap’s body wasn’t about experiencing humanity — then the romance feels kinda of forced in, especially when the mystery and the battle against evil were already compelling on their own. An ending where Gang Cheol completes his mission and ascends could have been satisfying in its own right, even without a romantic arc.

I get that the show likely wanted to increase the drama by creating a mutual-sacrifice scenario between the ML and FL, but to me, the show has not done enough to set up the emotional foundation for the romantic relationship. Therefore I am less interested in that part.

Hi, this was my response to your other comment. And I would like to add that we have to remember like Manman said, she built the tunnel in the past when they were still suspicious of each other.

There’s always a lot of would have, should have, could have in life — like Wei Yan should’ve destroyed that painting, and Manman probably should’ve told Wei Shao about the tunnel. But hindsight is easy. What matters more is how they choose to move forward.

Manman going to Boya is her way of stepping up, what you call a grand gesture — not just to be by his side, but to take responsibility and help him face the fallout. And Wei Shao’s decision to defend Liancheng isn’t just about her either. As his grandmother reminded him, it’s also about preserving the alliance and Weiguo’s reputation.

And to your question about what benefitted him when it was clear that she and her family gained a lot from him. Well, to me, even before all this, Wei Shao had already gained from his relationship with Manman. From the start, her support helped him win the hearts of the people. Her influence, both public and behind the scenes, has only strengthened his position and credibility.

It’s clear they love each other deeply — but love and trust don’t always come hand in hand. That’s why this moment feels so pivotal. Manman finally opened up about her fears, and in return, Wei Shao showed her through his actions that he won’t turn against her. It’s not just about affection anymore — this is where real trust begins.

😊 Thank you. I just wrote how I felt and while English is not my mother tongue, it is my second language. I appreciate your comment!

There’s always a lot of would have, should have, could have in life — like Wei Yan should’ve destroyed that painting, and Manman probably should’ve told Wei Shao about the tunnel. But hindsight is easy. What matters more is how they choose to move forward.

Manman going to Boya is her way of stepping up — not just to be by his side, but to take responsibility and help him face the fallout. And Wei Shao’s decision to defend Liancheng isn’t just about her either. As his grandmother reminded him, it’s also about preserving the alliance and Weiguo’s reputation.

But even before all this, he had already gained from his relationship with Manman. From the start, her support helped him win the hearts of the people. Her influence, both public and behind the scenes, has only strengthened his position and credibility.

It’s clear they love each other deeply — but love and trust don’t always come hand in hand. That’s why this moment feels so pivotal. Manman finally opened up about her fears, and in return, Wei Shao showed her through his actions that he won’t turn against her. It’s not just about affection anymore — this is where real trust begins.

Manman's actions were quieter, more subtle — but no less meaningful. She accepted him as her husband early on, not through grand declarations but in the way she learned his habits, his preferences — even down to his shoe size. Most of what she did was behind the scenes, paying close attention and quietly supporting him.

Through her ideas to help the people, she showed she was aligned with his goals. By caring for his grandmother and smoothing over tensions with his mother and cousin, she proved she accepted his family as her own.

She also understood the weight of his responsibilities. When it came to Liancheng, she didn’t pressure him — she said she could understand if he chose not to intervene, which shows how deeply she empathized with him.

Given her position, it’s hard to imagine what more she could’ve done to show her commitment — she had already given up everything to stay in Weiguo. It was easier for him to make a public gesture, like honoring her grandfather. For her, her quieter choices were already obvious to me that she does love him.

And now, she's making one big move — going to Boya to help him. It’s her way of showing, without question, that she’s with him, fully.

Some commented that Wei Shao has clearly shown his love for Manman but Manman has not done that, and she has yet to show her full commitment to him. I wanted to share my thoughts about Manman - spoiler below.

Yeah, we get excellent episodes every day! I hope the show stays consistent until the end. Only six more episodes to go - I cannot believe how quickly this has gone by!

Her actions were quieter, more subtle — but no less meaningful. She accepted him as her husband early on, not through grand declarations but in the way she learned his habits, his preferences — even down to his shoe size. Most of what she did was behind the scenes, paying close attention and quietly supporting him.

Through her ideas to help the people, she showed she was aligned with his goals. By caring for his grandmother and smoothing over tensions with his mother and cousin, she proved she accepted his family as her own.

She also understood the weight of his responsibilities. When it came to Liancheng, she didn’t pressure him — she said she could understand if he chose not to intervene, which shows how deeply she empathized with him.

Given her position, it’s hard to imagine what more she could’ve done to show her commitment — she had already given up everything to stay in Weiguo. It was easier for him to make a public gesture, like honoring her grandfather. For her, her quieter choices were already obvious to me that she does love him.

And now, she's making one big move — going to Boya to help him. It’s her way of showing, without question, that she’s with him, fully.

She left for Boya to get reinforcement troops from Bi Zhi. In the novel, Wei Shao went to get her in Boya but she has left, so he chased after her and kept missing her until finally he caught up.

Both LYN and SZE should be credited for giving us that hot scene. They both didn't hold back!

I meant literally - He was chasing her all over the place — in the novel, he headed straight to Boya to find her, only to realize she had already left. So off he went again, always one step behind, until he finally caught up with her at an inn where she was staying for the night.

She acknowledged her mistake of not telling him earlier. But I think he understood her fear and where she was coming from. This moment felt like a real turning point — not so much one of them yielding to the other, but more about both of them meeting in the middle. It showed that they now trust each other, and that’s what makes their relationship feel strong and earned.

Episode 29 was solid — even though I didn't like the conflict between them, at least Wei Shao and Manman finally had a proper, honest talk about their feelings. No more secrets!

True to his nature, Wei Shao handled it with a mix of anger and his usual silent treatment. But that’s fine — we know he’ll be back to his softer loving self soon enough.

That said, Wei Shao is no simp. He can be cold and harsh, even with Manman. But at the end of the day, he’s loyal to his family and fiercely protective — especially when it comes to the woman he loves. I cannot wait to see him chasing her all over like in the novel.

And that night before? Still 🔥🔥🔥🔥 even if interrupted. They were clearly ready and definitely “not afraid,”

Then there’s Wei Yan — what a twist at the end! Didn’t see that coming, but loved it.