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Don’t bring it to the actors though. Leave it in the show. It’ll only escalate.

The original plot was so bad my heart trembled for Xiao Ran when I read it 🙂‍↕️The show is a masterpiece compared to the book. Cangcang doesn’t become a doormat persay but it just doesn’t make sense to have her chasing after Xiao Huan so much. It’s like he’s her whole world.

Tbh, if it has the original scripted ending, I’d argue the screenwriter wrote this as a horror story for Cangcang. No matter how she struggled she’ll become what Xiao Huan wants in the end

^^^This ! Honestly while watching the show I felt like Cangcang was being gaslit inside the drama and I was being gaslit outside the drama.

I think drama Cangcang is more human and realistic. But switching the dynamics made the palace arc strange. In the book Cangcang is chasing and it’s Xiao Huan who is running.

She is more logical. Cangcang doesn’t make sense in the book. Like willingly agreeing to the marriage. Chasing after Xiao Huan as if it is the greatest goal in life. Violently lashing out at Xiao Huan when the toxicity gets too high. She’s so smart and capable but keeps sidelining herself for a man.

There’s a link in the discussions but honestly drama Cangcang and novel Cangcang are very different but drama Cangcang suits Cangcang’s personality type way more. It’s sad that they “tamed” Cangcang (cause her fights were swinging in the early stages😅) but the logic of drama Cangcang is sound. I will say that the jianghu episodes feel pretty faithful and some of palace scenes too. The biggest difference is that Cangcang isn’t as obsessed with Xiao Huan.

Even the original author jumped on her. This whole situation has been wild.

Facts!!!👏 Say it louder for the people in the back. Cangcang fans have been saying this for ages but it seemed like no one was listening. Thank you for explaining in such a clear way what is wrong with the situation.

Xie Lounan has been goofy for awhile. Imagine being pissed your FL doesn’t revolve their life around MLand isn’t subservient like “a palace maid” and thinking the soul and core of a female centric novel is the ML. She is wild. Who wants to see that in 2025?😑

From Peng Xiao Ran’s Weibo:

Regarding the recent and this morning's discussions about the hot topics surrounding "Phoenix Terrace," I'd like to say a few words .
1. The feeling of "resembling Donggong"
shouldn't be ignored. I also had this feeling when I received the script. I believe it's normal for viewers who have seriously watched both "Donggong" and "Phoenix Terrace" to feel this way. Moreover, this drama did some promotional activities in the early stages that linked with "Donggong." "Donggong" is also a very successful work from a good platform. Don't think that "Phoenix Terrace" is "polluted" by comparing itself to "Donggong." The industry encourages many good works; as creators, we shouldn't engage in "female competition."

2. The character design of Ling Cangcang in the drama version .
The plot development and the female lead's character design in "Phoenix Terrace" are not something I can decide.
The greatest effort I can make in this drama is to try to enhance the performance of each scene. The overall story logic and the tone of the character's state at each stage are based on the script I received.
When I first came to Phoenix Terrace, I received a ten-episode script. The day before filming began, I only received the final draft of one episode's script. The rest had to be scrapped and rewritten. We received scripts as filming progressed, making the creative process difficult. I believe the current story represents the best possible choice from the relevant creators with a voice in the industry. I also believe that everyone's repeated polishing of the script is for the sake of a better work. I welcome everyone to continue enjoying the series; there's still plenty of fun to be had!

The original author expressed disappointment with the adaptation
and supported freedom of speech, but the success of a drama depends on the cooperation of many roles/jobs/creative teams. As a creator, I don't want to negate everyone's hard work because of negative comments from a colleague, as it has a real impact. The direction/principles/bottom line of the adaptation should be basically agreed upon by the original author and the production team during the initial authorization process. Even if not, there shouldn't be heated criticism during the broadcast period. We're all in the same boat until the series finishes airing. We can't just think about sharing the benefits if the series is successful; there will be times when it doesn't meet expectations. It's precisely during these times that we should unite. Rushing to withdraw or harming each other will only worsen the viewing experience.

4. Regarding the original author's comments, "Do you have normal human emotions? Can you empathize with the characters?"
Whether a drama is good or not is a matter of audience perception. No restaurant can force customers to give it a five-star review. No one has the right to arrogantly demand that the audience empathize with the creators. Whether it's good or not is for the audience to judge; everyone has their own aesthetic preferences.
If we truly want to attract more viewers and get more customers to enjoy our work, we should first focus on how to improve the quality of our work and how to adjust based on existing suggestions.

5. Finally, as an actor, I've decided to take the role,
so I'm prepared to accept all the results and evaluations of the drama. The audience has the right to express their opinions freely.
For successful dramas, all creators support and protect each other, showing respect and dignity. Everyone unites to find common ground, seeking common ground while respecting differences.
As I said in yesterday's live stream, everyone involved in "Phoenix Terrace"—actors, director, cinematographer, art director, production assistants, special effects artists, etc.—has given their utmost effort in their respective roles. No one wants their work to be unsuccessful. We hope everyone will watch "Phoenix Terrace"! Let's continue the judgment! Welcome netizens to enjoy watching the drama and have a happy discussion! (Actually, if you think about it carefully, it's quite enjoyable)

Happy weekend !

Yes, I am a PXR fan and yes I like Cangcang. Those who are pissed off by this can stay mad💅

I think imperfect FLs with growth arcs or clear transformations are the most interesting so she is exactly the type of character that I like. People may dislike her stubbornness but I think it’s her biggest charm point. She really dares to love and hate yet she very clearly communicates what she needs from the ML. If he can’t give it, she doesn’t back down.

The comment section says she’s stupid but she helps the male lead save the missing mine children and was actively investigating before he showed up. When she enters the palace, she has enough knowledge of the court to use it to her advantage to get back at Nanny Chang as well as cause the controversy which lands the Phoenix Seal in her hands and she’s smart enough to use the ML’s affection to gain her freedom from the palace. Her wits are still with her when she leaves the palace, ensuring the soldiers make it back to Jiangzhou with the grain it so desperately needs. So what if she gets caught? At least she didn’t kill the innocent Qi residents Minjia was using as shields. She even protects herself and Xiao Huan in the early days of Kumor’s camp by playing it low.

And even though all the men in her life are manipulating her, it’s very clear that if she’s aware of the manipulation, such as with Xiao Ying, she would rather injure herself than be under someone else’s control. And although I know it won’t happen I really wished she could go back to the girl in the beginning who was carefree and wildly roaming the world to wherever her whims took her.

If you don’t like Cangcang that’s fine(there are more and more people defending her anyway) but at the very least, please don’t lie about her actions.

I have honest to God never seen a comment section like this in all my years on MDL. If I don’t like a drama I leave quietly. This is just getting crazy to where people are lying about the plot and characters’ actions.
I’m not even sure why people are so angry…The show has always sold a complicated relationship from the start. There are very few actually happy scenes in any of the trailers.

And this matters to me because…?

And it’s not a maybe, it’s a DEFINITE that I would like Cangcang. Women who can put themself first are the most attractive. 💅

Her crying scenes are always top notch!

And this matters to you because…?

Anyway, I would like Cangcang regardless of the actress because I don’t base whether a FL is likable on whether or not they love a man.

I guess no one understands what Cangcang did for Xiao Huan in episode 15. Sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind…

I feel rather than love, it’s possession. He wants to possess her.

I think it’s wild that people are hating on the FL because they feel she doesn’t love the ML enough. She is a rare FL that understands saying “I love you” isn’t enough. That she has her own requirements for a relationship and won’t budge until her partner meets them. She rejects the concept of “but he’s good to you” that holds so many women hostage. But she’s not without reason either, she’s angry and hurt that he used her to get to her Master but understands the situation enough to guess he probably had his reasons and as way to reconcile asks for the truth. It’s not her fault that he won’t take the olive branch she gave him.
It’s also refreshing to see that she values her non-romantic relationships too. So many women give up everything for a man. Her family is full of villains but if she doesn’t know that then it makes sense to cling to them because in the palace they’re where her power lies and they’re all she has. Hot and cold Xiao Huan is not reliable.
And honestly while everyone says the emperor is protecting her, he’s really using her as a pawn. This whole show he’s been low-key using her to achieve his goals and the show lets the FL take the brunt of it.

There are people who like the show and I really love Cangcang. I think she’s my favourite PXR character. I think some are afraid to comment because of how harsh the environment has been but hang in there. I think more and more people who like the show are posting as things get quieter.