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Just finished episode 1. I cried and laughed while watching it. Great show.

I agree. This is many C-dramas downfall, bad endings and inability to tie up a story properly

This show, like Sword and Beloved, started out great and then mid-way, went downhill, sticking to cliches and lack of logic. Finished it (in fast forward mode) because I have invested time and wanted to see how they ended it. Phew 😮‍💨.

Just watched the first episode of this, and I’m so happy it hasn’t lost its edge. Looking forward to enjoying it like the first and second as well.

This show started out great, then it had several unnecessary plots and characters to elongate the show, before returning back to its purpose and finishing the story. Overall, I preferred Love in Pavillon slightly.

Exactly like me. BR was always first and watched the others as I waited for new releases. Sad that it’s done.

OMG! This show was everything (secretly even enjoyed it a bit better than The Blood of Youth 🙈). I feel so bad it has ended. The other shows are not enough to fill the gap it left.
Maybe I should rewatch the blood of youth 🤭 or they can release the season two now 🤣.

I love the idea of true friendship portrayed here and the yearning was done between Su Muyu and Bai Hehuai.

I am also glad I stuck around to watch the post credit reunion scene 😃. Their smile to each other was beautiful to see.

Arghhhh! Today's episode was left in a terrible cliffhanger. I can't wait for tomorrow.

I guess so too 🤭.

I love how they used the some of the main actors from The Blood of Youth as the younger versions of younger characters in this drama. I must say, out of all the airing dramas I’m following, the Blood River is my best one. It’s the first I watch everyday 😃.

I’m already sad it’s about to end.

The first prince here, was not in Blood of Youth right? There was no first Prince mentioned on there if I remember correctly b

Decided to start this as well with the other two I am seeing (Blood River and Sword and Beloved), and I must say, I’m enjoying this as well. Binged up to Ep.8 in one go. Maybe it’s because of all the action scenes, but this and blood river are toping for me.

Yes. I thought he looked familiar. Also was confusing on the timeline of events. But, now I get it.

Now I remember. Thanks.

Yes, because Blood of Youth was mainly about avenging him. It seems the person playing the Prince here, plays his son in Blood of Youth right?

Who’s Ye Dingzhi again? Not the female Guardian with the heart sword right, she only died after Prince of Lanya, according to Blood of Youth.

This is before the events of Blood of Youth right? In blood of youth, the guardian of Tuanqi was already dead and her son inherited the sword (heart sword). Sometimes I think it’s after, other times I think it’s before.

Just started. Watched love in pavilion, didn’t finish red moon pact, and excited for this one.

What a show! I enjoyed the story and the acting of all the cast members. Some people could find it difficult to watch due to the theme being discussed, however, it was done well and quite realistic considering the context of Chinese society (and even the world at large) when it comes to the topic of rape.
Zhang BinBin should definitely take on more serious roles so that his acting capabilities can continue to shine.

Also, I need to mention how well the story was wrapped up. As C-dramas are notorious for shitty endings, I make it a duty to praise those that tell their story well to the very end.

Now, I need to find another drama to watch simultaneously with Blood River (waiting for releases can be a torture for me 🤭)

EP. 17, oh my! My heart can’t take it. The main couple’s scene together deserves an award. Well played. First time seeing Zhang BinBin in such a serious and well done drama — I love when actors challenge themselves and move out of their comfort zone. Most of Mao Xiaotong’s drama I’ve seen are serious and well done dramas, so, not surprised with her delivery in this role.