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A Rom-Com About Survival, Independence, and Choosing the Best You Can

I really enjoyed this drama. People said it had a strong start but then didn't meet their expectations towards the end. However, I enjoyed it all the way to the end because the chemistry between the main leads was so good. Even when the story slowed down or leaned into clichés, I stayed invested because their relationship felt believable and emotionally engaging.

At its core, this story is about a woman in her 30s who’s struggling to find a job while drowning in debt, debts that weren’t even her own, but came from her sister’s husband and her mom’s hospital bills. Despite all of that, she stayed positive and never gave up. Yes, she lied to get the job, but she worked incredibly hard, proved her skills, and became someone her team genuinely relied on. She was capable and talented; it’s just that at that point in her life, this was the only job willing to hire her with no experience and decent pay. Loans weren’t even an option for her, so realistically, what else could she have done? She made the best choice she could in a difficult situation.

What I really appreciated was that she stayed humble until the very end. Even after a rich man fell in love with her, she never bragged or relied on him; she wanted to stay independent and stand on her own feet. That’s why I was really happy with the ending. She truly got what she deserved.

Yes, the middle dragged a bit, and some plot points, especially the villains could’ve been handled better or introduced earlier. But in the end, the villains got what they deserved, the good people won, and the ending was satisfying overall, even if a few questions were left unanswered.

💚This drama is just a rom-com, not a documentary. If you go in expecting realism on every level, you’ll miss the point. Just enjoy the comedy, the romance, the chemistry, and the ride💚

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High-Speed Romance, Unstoppable Chemistry!!

Get ready for laughter and giggles if you're planning to watch this! 🤭

I honestly haven’t enjoyed a Chinese drama this much in a very long time. Speed and Love completely stole my heart.

Character:
Jiang Mu’s love for Jin Zhao is unconditional. When it comes to the safety of the man she loves, she would do absolutely anything. She might seem immature on the outside, but her actions speak louder than words.

Jin Zhou, on the other hand, appears cold and restrained, but if you pay attention to the details: his small smiles, his gentle reactions, the way he softens around Jiang Mu, you can see just how deeply he cares. Even after years of separation, he never loved anyone else. From beginning to end, it was always Jiang Mu. And for her, it was always him. Their chemistry is intense without being loud. It gives you butterflies!!

Story: I really like the story overall, but I can’t get past the fact that Jin Zhou let MuMu search for him for six years. I tried my best to ignore it, but I couldn’t. If you truly love someone, you don’t ghost them for six years. I understand that he believed he was doing what was best for her, but he should have at least given her the choice on whether to end things or hold on. Men like this do exist, and that’s realistic. That's why I give the story a 9.5 because the result was MuMu’s deep sadness, which made it hard for me to fully accept his actions.

Visuals:
This drama made He Yu look unbelievably attractive. Honestly, he’s more handsome here than in any clips I’ve seen of him before, even though this was my first time watching one of his dramas. Speed and Love introduced me to him, and I truly hope to see him in more roles as a cool, composed male lead.

This drama also introduced me to Esther Yu, and I genuinely don’t care about the criticism surrounding her. She portrayed Jiang Mu perfectly. Her styling was beautiful, every outfit suited her character, and she herself is absolutely gorgeous.

Comedy:
While the drama leans more toward sweetness than comedy, I found myself laughing surprisingly often. Jin Zhou and Jiang Mu’s interactions are unintentionally funny, and supporting characters, especially San Lai, add so much charm and lightness to the story.

Culture:
Don’t let the beginning of episode 1 confuse you. It may trick viewers into thinking the leads are siblings or step-siblings, but they are not related at all. For those familiar with Asian culture, Jiang Mu's calling Jin Zhou “older brother” makes perfect sense. It’s a respectful term used for older men you’re close to: friends, cousins, or someone you admire. While many people misunderstand this, culturally it’s completely normal and even endearing.

Music:
My favorite OSTs from this drama are “Outside the Orbit” and “I’m Determined.” Outside the Orbit fits perfectly during Jin Zhou’s racing scenes, amplifying the intensity and adrenaline. I’m Determined carries a quiet sadness that perfectly reflects Jiang Mu’s yearning after she meets him again. Both songs elevate the emotional impact of the story beautifully.

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