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GEUDAENEUN HABGYEOG (you pass)

Okay, first things first—this drama had me hooked from the get-go. Not because of the romance (which, let’s be real, was as underwhelming as a half-baked pancake), but because of the sheer chaos, bromance, and absolute fashion madness. If you’re here for a unique fantasy story, congratulations, you’re in the right place. But if you’re here for an epic, swoon-worthy love story… well, let's just say you might find yourself distracted by literally everything else in the drama.

Bromance > Romance

The bromance between Son Oh Gong (our monkey king) and Ma Wang (the bull demon) was the real MVP here. These two were constantly at each other’s throats, throwing insults and furniture, yet still had the most unbreakable bond. Ma Wang, with his theatrical expressions and over-the-top reactions, was basically me when my food delivery is late. Oh Gong, on the other hand, was all sass and mischief but had a weirdly charming way of showing he cared. Their interactions alone made the whole show worth it.

Bu Ja - The True Star

Now, let’s talk about my precious zombie girl, Jin Bu Ja (aka Ah Sa Nyeo). She was adorable, tragic, hilarious, and somehow at the center of everyone’s lives. Her interactions with literally every character were more interesting than the supposed "main romance." Watching her navigate her fate, get tangled in magical nonsense, and even steal some hearts along the way was one of the best parts of the drama.

The Fashion Game Was Unreal

Forget the supernatural creatures and demon-slaying—let’s talk about the outfits. Every single male character looked like they just walked out of a high-fashion runway show. Son Oh Gong’s coats? Legendary. Ma Wang’s flashy suits? Iconic. Even their sleepwear was straight-up chef’s kiss perfection. Like, do these guys even own a single bad outfit? I swear, their wardrobe budget was bigger than the CGI budget.

Speaking of the CGI...

Ah, yes. The special effects. There were moments when I was impressed, and then there were moments when I had to pause just to process what I was seeing. Some of the magical creatures looked like they had escaped from a 2005 video game, and yet, it all somehow worked? Maybe because the drama itself was so extra that it just fit the vibe.

Repetitive Plot Syndrome

As much as I love this drama, I have to be honest—some plot points went in circles. Like, how many times can the same villain manipulate the same two characters with the same fake promises? We got it, move on. There were moments I wanted to scream, "Bestie, we’ve been here before!" But did that stop me from watching? Absolutely not.

The FL Was… There.

Now, about the female lead. Poor thing. It’s not even her fault—her character was written like an afterthought. She spent most of the show crying, getting into trouble, and being rescued. At one point, I genuinely forgot she was the main character because the side characters were outshining her left and right. The drama tried to make her "strong" by giving her some mystical powers, but even then, she just felt… bland.

The Real Show-Stealers

Let’s be honest, the true stars of the show were:

Ma Wang – A literal drama king with the best expressions.

Jin Bu Ja – My adorable zombie girl.

Dog Secretary (Lee El) – The most loyal and savage assistant ever.


These three carried the show on their backs, and I loved every second of it.

The OST Had Me in a Chokehold

The background music was immaculate. "Always Behind You" has been living in my head rent-free ever since I finished the drama. The songs just hit, especially during the emotional scenes (even when I wasn’t emotionally invested in the romance).

Final Verdict

Despite its flaws, A Korean Odyssey made it onto my favorites list. The magic, the chaos, the fashion, and the side characters made it an unforgettable ride. Will I rewatch it? Absolutely. Will I fast-forward through some parts? Also absolutely. But hey, that’s part of the charm.

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Lackluster!! To put it nicely

The show is extremely boring especially the first 5 episodes were so annoying.. i personally hate the plots where one gender is given baised amount of spotlight. Take this drama for example ... The FL is out to avenge her brother ... But her plans ..her strategy ..her overall execution is so damn lame ..I mean you wanna enter a party and you have no preparation to obtain its gate pass you seduce a random Stranger and by default his pass was there in left pocket you get it and you enter .... Seriously writer you want us to believe this crap. ?!! As if this nonsense wasn't enough we get an over smart Ex FBI agent ML who reaches absolutely any place to turn the FL plans into big failure... At some point I was wondering if this invisible omnipresent ML might as well appear in my room ... Honestly speaking the entire show is bogus but first 5 episodes were intensely unbearable.
The Character of FL is third class .. she is told to be a genius but her actions ... She walks into the obvious traps like a retard ... Has no survival skills and if it weren't for the ML she might have died before the drama even started.
ML character .another boring one ... Type of role that you forget withing 30 min of watching the show ..
There was one more shocking thing about the plot ... There is no normal parent here ..every parent is using their child either for business or for money ..no normal parenthood.. insane right?

Lead actors are okay ..FL is good looking her acting is okay .. ML not impressive.. this was my first time watching him ..and i already have enough.

Ost was good ..as per the theme of the show... quite apt..but plot is so mediocre that even fine BGM couldn't help .

You can watch this or you can watch paint dry. Truth me both have same satisfaction

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I don't understand the fuss about this show .. it was boring

After reading a lot of comments and reviews I started watching the show ... But I don't think it is worth the hype ... Richard was the only good thing about this show ..story sucked . . FL character sucked ..her acting sucked ... Momentum of the plot sucked ... It was surely not my cup of tea ... The worst thing was the dimwit FL even if I ignore the cringe dialogue still overall character was pathetic .. she is sort of an undercover agent yet she has no sense of entering a place stealthily... She just walks like a stupid person right in the middle of hall ... Worst undercover agent in history ... Please stop writing such retard female lead characters ...women can play better undercover agents why tf do these writers turn them so cliche and cringe ... Pfft!!!

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Even with lots of glitter, pearls, and crystals, this drama was a big letdown.?‍?

Sometimes when the script lacks depth, outstanding performances by the cast can compensate.
But this one had none.😮‍💨 The storytelling is lame. The writer stuck to a painfully obvious plot with repetitive use of the same catalyst (ML's bestie/vamp) to trigger the same conflict again and again.🔄

The vamp likes the ML, but he loves the FL. She gets jealous and, with every rejected approach from the ML, she creates more trouble for the FL to defame her name and business. But every time, the ML lets her off with a half-hearted warning no one takes seriously. (Rinse and repeat.) Honestly, the entire show felt low on creativity and luster. 🫤

Plot holes – they didn’t even bother changing the characters’ outfits for scenes that were six months apart. For example, in both Milan trips, they're wearing the exact same clothes. Same thing happened when the FL was opening her store—she wore the same outfit across a five-day timeline. Lazy much? 😑

Characters
Sichen (the ML): Garrulous and mostly absent during serious moments. Most of his work is done by the SML. His blind forgiveness toward his vamp bestie is astonishing. My guy is 90% sweet talk and lousy possessiveness, and only 10% actual action. Pathetic.😒
The actor playing him doesn’t help either—barely any variation in expressions and frankly, his looks don’t impress me.🙄

Xixi (the FL): Her character is consistent—nothing particularly negative. She’s a career-oriented woman, but somehow never reads the documents before signing them, and gives in too easily to her beggar mom’s emotional manipulation. A good daughter? Maybe.😬
The actress has average baby-faced looks with a generous splash of overacting. Considering the talent in C-dramas, she feels like a Grade B or C actress in China. Not very promising.🥲

The rest of the cast? A pain in the ass. Not a single actor or character worth praising.🫢

FL’s bestie: What in the Mary’s world is wrong with her? First, the pathetic acting. Second, the lame ideas she gives the FL.

ML’s bestie and his girlfriend: A couple that deserves a “skipping ovation.” Just skip their scenes—they’re painfully boring, especially the ML's bestie.

FL’s mother: This woman is always seen with a begging bowl—whether it’s her daughter, son-in-law, or daughter’s friends. She has zero shame about asking, apparently because all her earnings are taken by her husband and MIL. Third-grade behavior.

Despite all this, the last two episodes were okay. I’m at least satisfied with the closure.😌

I think I skipped 60% of the show, so you can imagine the disappointment.💔

Do I recommend it? Well… no. There are far fewer takeaways compared to the time invested in this show. 👎

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FL : Who Killed My Dad? Who Knows, Let’s Drag It Out!

Another drama where nobody dares to tell the truth because—well!!! If they did, how else would they drag the story out for 20 episodes?

The FL has dreams of her past (which, of course, she has conveniently forgotten) where she witnesses her father’s murder. Determined to uncover the truth, she embarks on an investigation, stumbles upon the ML, and… well, no further spoilers.

The plot is weak and painfully unoriginal. ML had his own deep reasons for doing what he did, but instead of offering a logical explanation, he chose the noble path of silence—leading to endless misunderstandings, wasted time, unnecessary deaths, and for us, an extended storyline we never asked for.

FL’s acting is, at best, average. I’ve seen her in other dramas, and my opinion remains unchanged—improvement is clearly not on her to-do list. ML, on the other hand, is a different story. His expressions of silent suffering? Absolute chef’s kiss. You can feel the heartbreak oozing from his soul.

The main highlight of the drama? Even after losing her memories multiple times, FL somehow keeps falling for the same guy. Either it’s true love or a serious case of déjà vu.

You could give it a try if you manage to find a version with decent subtitles—personally, I struggled a lot with that. But if you can’t, just skip it. You won’t be missing much.

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BAILUO forever ❤️

Sometimes, simple and straightforward plots feel more refreshing and engaging than convoluted ones. Even without those wickedly obvious misunderstandings, kitchen politics, or prolonged conspiracies, the story delivered beyond my expectations.

The setting revolves around an investment and banking firm—great! We have a modern office romance scenario, which is always a plus. One of the reasons I appreciate office settings in contemporary dramas is that they often incorporate informative elements into the script. This one, too, included bits of market and investment knowledge—though exaggerated for dramatic effect—but still present.

Moving forward, let’s discuss the characters:

1) Male Lead (ML):

Absolutely adorable. Nothing is more attractive than a man who navigates his partner’s life's turbulence with patience and understanding. He is warm, composed, and deeply respectful of her. His protectiveness and possessiveness are balanced perfectly—he ensures her freedom while standing by her side. Most importantly, he loves her more than she loves him, which makes him all the more endearing.

2) Female Lead (FL):

A true hustler. She remains emotionally aloof—almost immature—when it comes to love, prioritizing her career above all else. Personally, I find women who compromise their careers for the sake of flimsy family excuses to be absolute failures in our society. The ML is wealthy and willing to give her the world, yet she insists on earning her own success. That sense of achievement is something respected by truly good men (not referring to pimps, who would rather have a woman quit her job and become their full-time maid).

On top of that, she is beautiful, witty, a problem solver, a loyal friend, and so much more. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say she is one of the most inspiring female leads in modern dramas. The best part? She’s intelligent. She doesn’t wait for the ML to explain everything to her—instead, she takes matters into her own hands, using a recorder to figure things out. In the end, she even helps him avoid a crisis.

Another charming aspect of this couple is their approach to marriage. They took a two-year gap before dating and getting married. Unlike certain dramas where the FL is so career-obsessed that she delays marriage for seven years, this story kept it realistic. I don’t endorse excessively long live-in relationships—such delays defeat the purpose of marriage and send misleading messages to society. If you can’t strike a balance between personal and professional life within three years, perhaps you’re not meant for the best of both worlds anyway.

3) The Villain(s):

There are multiple antagonists—one is a full-fledged villain, while the other is an anti-hero (half-villain) and the Second Male Lead (SML), who, unsurprisingly, is in love with the FL.

4) FL’s Best Friend:

Initially, I liked this character—she was adorable and sweet. However, her sweetness quickly turned into an unbearable nuisance. The way she desperately chased after Riley’s character was painful to watch—zero self-respect, zero self-worth… just downright pathetic.

At one point, it felt like she was desperate for his (you know what). And those exaggerated cutesy expressions she made? Oh, God. Utterly cringeworthy—uglier than a buffalo’s buttocks.

Honestly, I wanted the writer to kill her off or at least put her in a coma. She was that exasperating.

5) Side Characters:

Well-written and well-executed. From their office colleagues to FL’s mother and ML’s secretary, each side character added depth to the plot.




Cast:

Luo Yunxi was phenomenal as the ML. When has he ever disappointed? His looks, acting, and overall presence are on another level. He remains one of my favorites for a reason.

Bai Lu, my doll, was as charming as ever. Her styling elevated her beauty even more. She shares great dynamics with all her co-stars, and her acting, spontaneity, and screen presence are magnetic.

Luo Yunxi and Bai Lu are often called a screen couple for their incredible on-screen chemistry.

Gao Hanyu is a prominent name in Chinese short dramas. I’ve seen him portray the rugged businessman in multiple series, and his performance here was equally commendable.


Music:

Absolutely lovely—calming, romantic, and heartwarming. ❤️❤️❤️

Overall Verdict:

This drama was totally worth it.

P.S.: In my opinion, the story effectively ends at Episode 30.

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"It only takes an F to turn law into flaw."

This drama had a strong start, gripping and full of promise. But as it progressed, it lost sight of its core theme. The lead team—initially driven by the need to correct the failures of the legal system—began second-guessing their mission, tangled between their principles and societal stereotypes. The concept of vigilante justice demands unwavering conviction, especially in a world where “law is always right” is an illusion. Laws are written by imperfect humans, filled with loopholes, and sometimes, justice is either insufficient or entirely absent. In such cases, when crimes are undeniable and victims countless, non-state actors become a necessity.

But this drama? It took a nosedive the moment an utterly useless prosecutor—boasting a flawless record of failure—started spouting idealistic legal virtues. And shockingly, the lead character bought into it. If this prosecutor had a history of actually delivering justice, perhaps her influence would be somewhat convincing. But watching the ML get manipulated by this deadweight of a character? Sorry, can’t relate. This was the turning point, and the plot never recovered. Instead, it spiraled downward, with the FL practically shoving it into the drain.

The organ trafficking case was dragged out unnecessarily. Meanwhile, the prosecutor and her equally useless counterpart were more focused on chasing the ML than on the real criminals—a literal bus full of them escaping right under their noses. In reality, they would’ve been suspended for sheer incompetence. But of course, the drama couldn’t afford to question the sanctity of law enforcement. So, instead of exposing the system’s flaws, the plot took a ridiculous turn—parading around convicted criminals like VIPs—only for the prosecutor to still lack evidence. It wasn’t until four out of five members of the core team got hurt that she miraculously decided to start using her brain. But shhh, we must never question a law enforcer. Law is supreme (with all its loopholes).

That being said, the cast did their best. Lee Je Hoon delivered a solid performance, though his fight scenes could’ve been better. Esom, as the prosecutor, was stiff as always—I never find her convincing. The real FL for me? Pyo Ye Jin. The supporting cast, including guest appearances, was commendable. The BGM, dominated by violin melodies, effectively set the mood.

Final Verdict: This show was a wasted potential case. With a premise like this, the writer could’ve unleashed a storm of creativity. Instead, they played it safe, shallow, and frustratingly naive.

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I am pretending to be my twin brother who is pretending to be me.

Two twists , 180 degrees each get you in the direction that you were originally facing .. similarly when you pretend to be your twin brother who is pretending to be you . ... You are pretending to be 'YOU' ... This is more or less the main plot of this drama ... NICE.. little different from the traditional twin plot .. i enjoyed it till the mid ... But .. but ... I don't understand one thing ...the ML didn't want to tell FL that he is he chen ( her lover) cause he didn't want her to get in trouble but he was okay with her taking risks to find his location/information from the villain uncle ...does it make any sense... ??

Cast is amazing ... I like Gua jin his acts well plus he is cute .. FL was relatively new face to me she looks a lot like korean actress played the FL in king the land ..but the one I loved the most was Roi ( villain uncle) ... He is handsome. Side chic is good but her styling was cheap ...

Overall a good story .. worth watching.

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No sympathy for the FL here.. the drama is a lesson

My personal thoughts about such cases :


If doubt takes root in a rational mind, no mere message can dispel it—humans require substantial evidence to either believe or disbelieve. The FL, however, defies this basic logic. She encountered glaring anomalies—lies about a younger sister, controlling behavior, fabricated stories about childhood acquaintances, falsehoods regarding his ex-wife’s brother, and even the bizarre broken vase incident, which should have set off multiple alarms in any rational person’s mind. Yet, despite this overwhelming pattern of deception, she allowed herself to be manipulated by a single message.

It may sound harsh, but women like her invite their own suffering. The world operates on the principle of survival—either you possess the intelligence to remain rational despite emotional interference, or you resign yourself to weakness and its inevitable consequences. There is no middle ground.

The pinnacle of her foolishness was when the ex-wife’s brother lay dying, struggling to expose the truth. Even as he desperately tried to hand her a flash drive—the very evidence she needed—she remained fixated on dubious messages, which could have been sent by anyone with access to the phone. Her wilful ignorance in that moment was nothing short of infuriating.

Such women do not merely ruin their own lives; their irrationality endangers entire families. Their lack of discernment breeds crises, their blindness to deception makes them liabilities, and their refusal to confront reality ensures tragedy.

I wish writer wrote the worst ending for this to make woman understand what they are getting themselves into by blindly trusting.


Cast is good ...leads did a great job. .

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Highly Highly recommended. it's available on youtube. Please give it a try. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

this drama is one of those undiscovered gems .. that don't get much viewership just because we as viewers hold a prejudice against low cost productions. i happened to come across this drama accidently on youtube ..started watching it with zero expectations .. and for 3 and a half hour straight it totally hijacked my brain .. the story is sweet, fairly simple but so addicting i can't tell you. not giving away much about the plot here, leads yang ze and fang tong are household names for those who watch short dramas regularly ..both acted well ..lovely chemistry. overall the drama was worth is for its feel good impression.
(the ending might feel little confusing)

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Another gem

A good story catering to the taste of people who love a concoction of romance comedy alice of life with little action .. plot revolves around a girl who was abandoned by her parents when she was new born so she has her own deal with trust issues while the ML is struggling through the trauma of watching his entire clan massacred and now all he wants is revenge. Apart from that story touches upon a few aspects which are generally avoided by asian writers for example FL's mother denies to acknowledge her mistake of leaving her daughter behind she comes back after 15 years and yet tries to establish her authority on the daughter's life ..along with that writer is boldly discussing bad parenting how parents choose their who over the child's mental peace ( takes am even drastic turn on second season when FL leaves her house to stay with empress ). FL is temperamental ( in a good way) she chooses a simple and humble boy (not ML) who understands her right over any romance. Though the story stands out but there were a few things which felt lacking for example ...I wish the FL knew some fighting skills ... The chemistry between leads was there but not very strong may be because of the plot that kept them apart either way even in season two lusi seemed little reserved ( will discuss that in season 2 review) no kissing scene,lead couple's scenes were very less overall. The drama has a bulky cast ..so many characters to keep up with in fact there were a couple of characters that didn't appear but their references was given every now and then making things a little messy and confusing. But with all these things it was still a very enjoyable drama.. the consistent incoming of slice of life comic punch kept things lively plus ZLS's spontaneity did great justice to this script ... Overall this season is basically more of less about lead's character development as for their serious love story and dark secrets watching season 2 is compulsory

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HIS LOVE KNOWS NO LIMITATIONS ❤️

I started watching this drama with comparatively low expectations but I will not be exaggerating if I say it was so much better than a lot of full size big banners series. 🤌🤌🤌🤌😘😘
Story is BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️... The tale of love that goes beyond life, death and reincarnation. Honestly it has been a while since I have watched such intense love story.🫡🫡

The characters are rich and have a lot of depth . If we compare them to the typical drama with same plot and genre you will find this drama had a lot of unique and refreshing elements ..for example ..we mostly see the FLs travelling back in time ( or re-incarnating) they are the only one who carry the weight of making things right( in their new life ). But not in this drama, ... here the ML risked his everything to save the FL ..he defeated death and took all the pain to rewrite the story for both for them.🫡🫡🫡🫡💗💗✨✨
Secondly you will see in most stories when FL is up for revenge against the ML, they act so irrational stupid and easy to manipulate ..they hardly used their own brains and keep hurting ML till the end of story in fact sometimes their actions even result in ML's death in the end ... But here in 'night is still young' female lead came to her senses pretty soon ... Of course it was ML who helped her uncover the truth but once she started to doubt ill intentions of villain she never looked back .. she helped the ML with his plans and she never let her judgements effected by her previous life's consequences.👏👏👏 ( While in other shows FLs act like idiots no matter what evidence they are presented with)

The character of ML was my favourite 🫰❤️❤️❤️❤️... Truthfully i didn't like him much in the beginning of the show but slowly fall in love .. this ML is everything of what a woman can fall in love with. He loves ..he loves like crazy ... Not the type of possessiveness that turn toxic but the extreme emotion to protect his woman 🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶💘💘💘 ..I mean what else can you even ask for. The way he treats her .. I mean he never used his strength to force her .. he respected her skills of a fighter ..he adores her beauty and he trusts her (despite the fact she sworn to kill him.).... AND HIS FEATHER LIKE KISSES OMG ... 😍🥰😍🥰Ahhhhhhh!!!! THIS MAN IS JUST TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE 🥹🥹🥹🥹(I can write a whole book on this character but I have to finish the review)🫰♥️

Okay You already know by now that their chemistry was bomb.

Moving forward to ost ..the song might not feel good in the starting but soon it grows on you ... In my opinion it was a moderate-to-good song .💕💝💝

Story has repetition but not boring type..

Little shortcomings:
I found that ep 26th onwards the plot was stretched unnecessarily..they let the villain loose at least twice or thrice. In fact in the end episode it was 3 vs 1 (villain) and still it took them their everything to defeat him ...( I mean come on guys can't you even deal with this loser and if you can't then why bother to fight in a close combat...)😒😒😒
The title ' the night is still young' was not very apt.

Anyways still the ending was worth all the wait ... 💯💯💫

On the whole ..I enjoyed watched this drama a lot ..might be watching it again someday.💫💕

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A good story ..that's all

The drama is okay ..just OKAY ... Though the story was impressive but judging from its rating I can say it failed miserably in cast and its acting. Sometimes it felt like actors are just reading dialogues instead of acting them out .. especially the leads they acted the entire show with cemented expression.
Other than this the drama had a lot of technical and editting problems which are clearly visible even to normal viewers ..for example same exact scene is (where the ML and helper talks about FL lying about being princess) is repeated in both ep 2 and 3 ( may be 3 and 4 ). In some cases two continuous scenes don't have proper cut and paste (they havent joined the clips properly) you can figure the lose ends of both clips ...fighting scenes ( done with ropes ) not properly acted or editted ..
In fact it was the first ever drama, I have seen such low grade editting as if it was done using an cheap phone instead of a proper software.

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Revolving around passionate kisses and poison dart

The drama was quite similar to the drama 'Perilous Love', especially with the FL stabbing the ML for revenge over someone else’s crime. (Girl, research much?)

Why this drama stood out:

1. The story maintained momentum, with events unfolding consistently. There wasn’t a single dull moment, keeping me hooked till the end.

2. The FL was fantastic, as always, but the ML stole the show. His performance was captivating, and it’s heartbreaking that he hasn’t gained the stardom he deserves. Here’s hoping he lands more prominent roles soon.

3. The storytelling was well-crafted, blending flashbacks, present events, and past revelations seamlessly. The buildup to the climax was engaging and kept me invested.

4. Unlike many dramas where romance fades as conspiracies unfold, this show maintained the leads’ chemistry and playful interactions until the end.

5. The FL’s not being a pushover was a highlight. Her final act of taking down the villain with a bow and arrow was refreshing, avoiding the usual trope of the ML saving a helpless FL.(Thank God the poor ML can survive this time)


The only thing that felt unnecessary was her decision to leave the ML and retreat to the bamboo house for three months. It was hard to understand the purpose of this move.( Like why?)

With its strong performances, engaging plot, and refreshing dynamics, this drama was a delightful watch.

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