Me too!!! I just finished, it’s my second only one with 10 as a score. 🎉 So this goes right to my favourites…
Exactly. I wasn’t even done with the series when i decided to rate it 10 and rewatch it. This helped lift my mood this time so it will be very useful for such reason in the future.
It’s been years since I’ve watched such a great modern C-drama. I first came across it through social media and assumed it was just a lighthearted comedy, but it turned out to have such a well-crafted plot as well. The chemistry between both couples was incredible, and I loved how each of them had their own story.
It’s been a long time since I found a series this refreshing and genuinely funny, and it came to me at just the right time. I also absolutely adored the second couple—their friends-to-lovers journey was handled so well, and I haven’t loved a second couple this much in a long time. The way they handled the whole filter situation was also well done.
On top of that, the OSTs were great. I love this series so much.
him secretly playing games with Yifan is included in the novel. its in the extra chapters.
I actually was unaware of that. when i was reading the novel the translation wasn’t done so i didn’t read the extras. thank you for telling me i would love to read it sometimes. I thought they added it in the drama ( i embarrassed myself lowkey…)
I see where you're coming from, but I actually don’t fully agree with that view. While I get that the green…
I understand what you are saying but i wish the things they added was more of sang yan as a person rather than him as a lover. Nevertheless, i absolutely love him, In the novel and in the drama.
This might be an unpopular opinion, but I can’t help feeling a little conflicted about how Sangyan is being portrayed in the drama. It’s common sense that producers follow trends when making dramas, shaping characters to fit what’s popular at the time. In recent years, the “green flag ML” or “down bad ML” trope has been trending, and many dramas seem to be competing over who can create the most “green” male lead.
But when these traits are added to an already well-written character, it can sometimes feel awkward. Sangyan in the novel was already a wholesome, respectful, and loving partner. there was no need to overemphasize his “green flag” qualities. Yet in the drama, they added certain moments to make him seem even more ideal, like him secretly playing the game with Yifan for years or naming the bar after a casual remark she once made. While these additions are sweet, they also feel a bit forced, almost as if the show was trying to check every box of the trending ML traits rather than staying fully true to his original character.
That being said, I won’t deny that I enjoyed these moments—I gladly ate up all the crumbs when they were presented. But I still feel slightly uncomfortable about how they altered his portrayal. Sangyan was already a wonderful character, and he didn’t need these extra layers to prove it.
I’m feeling really conflicted about these two new episodes. On one hand, I’m upset that they changed what I found to be the most touching and heartfelt part of the entire story—when Yifan finally decided to never let go of Sangyan and started opening up to him about everything she had been through. In the novel, she knew that even when her family and coworkers didn’t believe her, Sangyan would understand and stand by her side. That moment was what made the novel so special to me. But in the live-action, they changed it. Yifan ends up leaving, once again carrying everything on her own, and Sangyan is left to piece together what she went through by himself.
On the other hand, I can’t deny that her decision to leave is in character for her. Ever since her father passed away, she’s only had herself to rely on. Being passed around from one place to another ingrained in her the belief that she’s unwanted and undeserving of good things. The only time she ever truly fought for something was when she chased after Sangyan. That moment of internal struggle, where she finally found the courage to pursue what she wanted, proved how much she values Sangyan—how precious he is to her. But because she sees herself as someone undeserving, she would naturally think it unacceptable to become his burden or bring him unhappiness. As frustrating as her decision is, it makes sense. That’s what makes her such a human character—flawed yet deeply understandable.
And for those who think she’s selfish for leaving, I strongly disagree. No one should be expected to stay in a place that brings them pain just to make others happy. That isn’t selflessness—that’s self-sacrifice at the cost of one’s well-being. She has every right to seek a place where she feels safe enough to heal. Besides, part of her reason for leaving is also to protect those she loves from the trouble caused by that beast in human form , her so-called ‘uncle.’ Her choice wasn’t about abandoning people , it was about survival.
Even though I understand why the adaptation changed things, I can’t help but feel disappointed. The novel’s version of this moment was so impactful because it showed Yifan finally allowing herself to rely on someone, breaking free from her belief that she had to carry everything alone. Taking that away changes the emotional weight of her journey, and that’s why this adaptation leaves me feeling so torn. But i sill feel very grateful to those that made the drama because out of all drama adaptation I’ve seen , this is definitely one of the well made ones that i love very much.
I kinda wish they kept the matter of her pretending to quit dancing because of her injury… I liked the scene where she revealed she didn’t stop dancing because she was injured or she got bored but because her family didn’t have money to support her to sang yan But sangyan finding a spot for her to continue her dancing is so sweet😭😭
Same in the novel he was not that annoying but like rn in the drama he's just pissing me off ;he's invading her…
I actually liked him in the novel, my memory isn’t very clear but i remember him backing off after he knew yi fan and sangyan were a thing and he even helped her after once.. but the adaptation has been done so well we can’t complain because of such small things… i just hope he goes away soon lol
It’s been a long time since I found a series this refreshing and genuinely funny, and it came to me at just the right time. I also absolutely adored the second couple—their friends-to-lovers journey was handled so well, and I haven’t loved a second couple this much in a long time. The way they handled the whole filter situation was also well done.
On top of that, the OSTs were great.
I love this series so much.
But when these traits are added to an already well-written character, it can sometimes feel awkward. Sangyan in the novel was already a wholesome, respectful, and loving partner. there was no need to overemphasize his “green flag” qualities. Yet in the drama, they added certain moments to make him seem even more ideal, like him secretly playing the game with Yifan for years or naming the bar after a casual remark she once made. While these additions are sweet, they also feel a bit forced, almost as if the show was trying to check every box of the trending ML traits rather than staying fully true to his original character.
That being said, I won’t deny that I enjoyed these moments—I gladly ate up all the crumbs when they were presented. But I still feel slightly uncomfortable about how they altered his portrayal. Sangyan was already a wonderful character, and he didn’t need these extra layers to prove it.
On the other hand, I can’t deny that her decision to leave is in character for her. Ever since her father passed away, she’s only had herself to rely on. Being passed around from one place to another ingrained in her the belief that she’s unwanted and undeserving of good things. The only time she ever truly fought for something was when she chased after Sangyan. That moment of internal struggle, where she finally found the courage to pursue what she wanted, proved how much she values Sangyan—how precious he is to her. But because she sees herself as someone undeserving, she would naturally think it unacceptable to become his burden or bring him unhappiness. As frustrating as her decision is, it makes sense. That’s what makes her such a human character—flawed yet deeply understandable.
And for those who think she’s selfish for leaving, I strongly disagree. No one should be expected to stay in a place that brings them pain just to make others happy. That isn’t selflessness—that’s self-sacrifice at the cost of one’s well-being. She has every right to seek a place where she feels safe enough to heal. Besides, part of her reason for leaving is also to protect those she loves from the trouble caused by that beast in human form , her so-called ‘uncle.’ Her choice wasn’t about abandoning people , it was about survival.
Even though I understand why the adaptation changed things, I can’t help but feel disappointed. The novel’s version of this moment was so impactful because it showed Yifan finally allowing herself to rely on someone, breaking free from her belief that she had to carry everything alone. Taking that away changes the emotional weight of her journey, and that’s why this adaptation leaves me feeling so torn. But i sill feel very grateful to those that made the drama because out of all drama adaptation I’ve seen , this is definitely one of the well made ones that i love very much.
But sangyan finding a spot for her to continue her dancing is so sweet😭😭