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Ep.21: Wow, could XJS get any worse? Refusing to drink got a maid killed and he knows it and has no reaction. Xiyang is constantly standing up for him. I think she's going to regret this later when she figures out his true nature.

Is it true this will air on the 24th?

LOL! I can't believe Xia Jing Yan's "audience hall" has two bathtubs XD

You can slow down the subs.

Ep.21: Well, PM is crazy after all

If the drama is trying to garner sympathy for Xia Jing Shi then it's not working for me. He is neither brave enough to dictate his own destiny nor does he have the courage to be responsible for his actions. Even his kindnesses to various people is merely performative and to collect the interest in the future.

Ep.20: Xiyang, this is what happens when you wade into imperial family politics of an enemy state without knowing anything. Rough times ahead.

Ep.20: that death camp leader is really asking to die very painfully isn't she?

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Exactly. I was annoyed when other dramas wouldn't stick to this point just to make a ML more likeable.

Very true!

This is a minor but consistent point in FSG's characterization: he dresses and acts like a prince. Whether it's his clothing, golden blade, or the way he expects his orders to be carried out without question, it's all in line with how a member of royalty would act. I've watched too many MLs who behave like they're commoners. It's refreshing to see a more realistic take on what a prince would be like, warts and all.

Every time Ling Xue Ying says "Jie Jie", I feel she's saying "Wife"😂

I am soo looking forward to seeing the Empress get her comeuppance...

Tencent and their airing dates! *shakes fist*

Ep.18: It's hard being an emperor. The actor does a good job here and the script gave him depth. He reminds me of the emperor from Blossoms in Adversity, where there are hidden motives and reasons that are slowly revealed to the audience.

Feels like I've been waiting for ages XD

Okay then. I'm enjoying the drama so far. Never a dull moment! XD

LOL! FL's love confession was very in-character for her😆 As is the fact that their first kiss was a failure. Both have no experience in this.

Ep.17: The scene of 4 people with shifting loyalties and their confrontation was well done. Director knew how to shoot it for maximum impact. Even at the end when the camera lingered on ML's lone figure and his bloodstained hand.