In the world of Black coffee MLs, Li Xuan is my Caramel Latte ❤️
Started this drama with absolutely zero expectations (honestly, the title sounded like a discount version of a bigger hit), but OH BOY...this show snatched my soul and didn’t even apologize.
I binged the entire thing in one heroic sitting, fueled by snacks and sheer awe, and not once did I hit a boring patch. Not even a pee break boring.
Plot:
28 episodes—the magic number. Not too many where you’re drowning in filler flashbacks of past lives, and not too few where you’re left screaming “BUT WHAT ABOUT THE EVIL UNCLE?!” It’s paced like a pro.
Major props to the writer for keeping the headless-chicken misunderstandings to a bare minimum.
No concubine drama, no endless ‘who’s poisoning who’ marathons—just tight storytelling with just the right amount of suspense, plot twists, and sprinkle of feel-good humor that kept me more hooked than my midnight fridge raids.
This is my kind of plot, I tell you. Chef’s kiss.
Characters:
The ML (Male Lead) was a delicious breath of fresh air. He’s set up to be the nation’s future superhero but he’s out there living like a part-time troublemaker, full-time sweetheart.
Responsible but not suffocating.
Smart but not soul-crushingly serious.
Honestly, Li Xuan gave me the warm fuzzy vibes every drama needs. If stoic male leads are black coffee, he’s a perfect caramel latte.
The FL (Female Lead)? Gorgeous, angelic, basically heaven’s intern. Not the brightest bulb in the chandelier, but divine intervention seems to have her on speed dial.
Side characters? Certified gems. No cardboard cutouts here. Special shoutout to Prince Mu and his sister—icons only.
Cast:
Xu Kai was an absolute menace in the BEST way possible.
It’s 2025 and after having seen his entire filmography, I can confidently say: he ate this role like it was his last meal.
Way better here than his bigger hits like Falling Into Your Smile and Sword and Fairy. His constant "what the hell is happening" expression? Oscar-worthy. Had me howling.
He brought the Dylan Wang aura, but in his very own chaotic, lovable way.
Wu Jia was a sweet FL, though girl could really take a masterclass in “how to look alive while not emoting.”
BGM/OSTs:
Someone give the background music team a raise.
The electric guitar riffs made me want to air-drum dramatically in my room.
And the OSTs? Living rent-free in my brain, throwing house parties.
Ending:
Written with actual brain cells.
FL’s lifespan got nuked (rip saintess) but then they peaced out to the mystical realms to live their best immortal life together.
Wholesome, romantic, slightly tragic? Yes.
Perfect? Double yes.
Overall:
This drama isn’t about flashy costumes or over-the-top bougie banners; it’s just a straight-up feel-good serotonin injection with a banging story and cast that felt like family by the end.
New favorite unlocked.
I binged the entire thing in one heroic sitting, fueled by snacks and sheer awe, and not once did I hit a boring patch. Not even a pee break boring.
Plot:
28 episodes—the magic number. Not too many where you’re drowning in filler flashbacks of past lives, and not too few where you’re left screaming “BUT WHAT ABOUT THE EVIL UNCLE?!” It’s paced like a pro.
Major props to the writer for keeping the headless-chicken misunderstandings to a bare minimum.
No concubine drama, no endless ‘who’s poisoning who’ marathons—just tight storytelling with just the right amount of suspense, plot twists, and sprinkle of feel-good humor that kept me more hooked than my midnight fridge raids.
This is my kind of plot, I tell you. Chef’s kiss.
Characters:
The ML (Male Lead) was a delicious breath of fresh air. He’s set up to be the nation’s future superhero but he’s out there living like a part-time troublemaker, full-time sweetheart.
Responsible but not suffocating.
Smart but not soul-crushingly serious.
Honestly, Li Xuan gave me the warm fuzzy vibes every drama needs. If stoic male leads are black coffee, he’s a perfect caramel latte.
The FL (Female Lead)? Gorgeous, angelic, basically heaven’s intern. Not the brightest bulb in the chandelier, but divine intervention seems to have her on speed dial.
Side characters? Certified gems. No cardboard cutouts here. Special shoutout to Prince Mu and his sister—icons only.
Cast:
Xu Kai was an absolute menace in the BEST way possible.
It’s 2025 and after having seen his entire filmography, I can confidently say: he ate this role like it was his last meal.
Way better here than his bigger hits like Falling Into Your Smile and Sword and Fairy. His constant "what the hell is happening" expression? Oscar-worthy. Had me howling.
He brought the Dylan Wang aura, but in his very own chaotic, lovable way.
Wu Jia was a sweet FL, though girl could really take a masterclass in “how to look alive while not emoting.”
BGM/OSTs:
Someone give the background music team a raise.
The electric guitar riffs made me want to air-drum dramatically in my room.
And the OSTs? Living rent-free in my brain, throwing house parties.
Ending:
Written with actual brain cells.
FL’s lifespan got nuked (rip saintess) but then they peaced out to the mystical realms to live their best immortal life together.
Wholesome, romantic, slightly tragic? Yes.
Perfect? Double yes.
Overall:
This drama isn’t about flashy costumes or over-the-top bougie banners; it’s just a straight-up feel-good serotonin injection with a banging story and cast that felt like family by the end.
New favorite unlocked.
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