Boggsprop

China has really stepped up their game with well developed, awesome chemistry BLs. The ending is in the same vein as Guardian, Winter Begonia and even the Untamed, as far as the chaos and trials and tribulations the couple has to go through to keep their love. Conflicts between nations, clans, social status, and sense of duty all play a role in challenging the couple's love for each other. The chemistry between Xiao Shu He and Duan Zi Ang is off the charts! Each glance, each touch, each smile makes you feel like you're third wheeling even though we are shipping them hard. TBH, the drama between the nations and the lovers could have all been avoided if Shu He had only listened to his heart instead of trying to fuilfill a duty he really wanted no parts of. I watched all 12 episodes within 24 hours- it is that compelling. The costumes, the music score, the plot are all well done. My only criticism is that they didn't really explain why the crown prince of the southern kingdom was so hateful to the 6th prince. I don't think it was just jealousy, but I didn't get the full backstory. I didn't get why Huo Ying was so loyal to the crown prince, either- he treated him like crap. But other than that- you'll notice that both MLs have beautifully manicured nails throughout bloody battles and sword fights.