Shin

I genuinely can’t remember the last time I wished a series had more episodes. This one? So good. So addictive. I don’t even have the words.

First of all, Dai Gao is my absolute favorite. Second, Chen Fang Tong—another favorite. And third, these two together? My official IT couple of 2024. They’ve completely hijacked my brain, and honestly, I’m not even mad about it.

Now, about the plot—yes, it was a little repetitive and predictable, but it was also fast-paced, heartwarming, and ridiculously enjoyable. The story goes: they spend a night together (for whatever reason), but no strings attached. They part ways. ML falls in love after that night but can't find her, so he just suffers in silence. Then, bam—six years later, she reappears with five-year-old twins. ML has no idea if he’s the father. They start living together under “special circumstances,” and voilà—feelings develop.

But let’s be real—the main highlight was, once again, the electric chemistry between Dai Gao and Chen Fang Tong. These two were already good, but this time? They shattered their own record. The level of comfort they share in both playful and intense scenes is so obvious, it makes me want to ship them in real life (assuming they’re not already taken, of course). The way Dai Gao instinctively places his hand behind her head or waist—to either protect her from injury or balance his weight on her—like, sir, calm down, even real husbands don’t operate at this level of care. I swear, I watch him with glittery eyes 🥺 every time he does this. This man is too good to be true.

Chen Fang Tong, on the other hand, balances his intense presence perfectly. While Dai Gao exudes a seductive and serious aura, she brings an adorable, sweet, and playful energy. I could write an entire book on them, but let’s not get carried away. Moving on!

Now, onto the characters.

ML is a boxer (though someone please explain why he keeps kicking in fights—since when do boxers do that?). He’s a kind soul, a hardworking man who chases his passion and holds onto his morals, only to be defeated by fate (okay, fine—by FL’s rich father).

FL, on the other hand, is the definition of a powerhouse. A young single mother, a responsible, rich, resourceful, and successful businesswoman, the financial provider for her family—she’s not the type to chain a man down just because she accidentally got pregnant with his kids (not to mention, she was under the influence at the time). She’s inspiring, independent, and everything a leading lady should be.

Now, villains? Oh, we got a villain duo + one vamp package. The villains have conflicting interests, while the vamp—your standard, low-IQ woman—throws herself at ML from every possible angle. Her tricks? So repetitive they could be copy-pasted into every drama ever.

The music? Absolute banger. The OST/BGM, especially Rain Love, had me in my feelings.

But we’re here to nitpick even perfection, right? So, let’s talk about the issues.

1. Their past is barely addressed. Like, give me something. We never get a proper explanation of how they met, what led to that fateful night, or why FL never told ML about her pregnancy. I get that she’s a woman of high pride, but some men (the good ones, anyway) actually want to be involved in their children’s lives. They want to take responsibility, cherish fatherhood, and watch their kids grow. If ML was the father, he deserved to know. Period.


2. Ten out of thirty episodes were spent applying ointment to each other’s wounds. At this point, they could’ve bagged an ointment sponsorship deal if they had just tried.



But aside from those minor complaints? Chef’s kiss. This drama was perfect to my taste, and I’ll definitely be rewatching it. Because why not?

Anyway, this was one hell of a long review—hope you don’t mind! See you in the next one. Byeee!