1
2
1
Addictive despite the mess
From the very beginning, the conspiracy plot felt weak and underdeveloped. The execution of FL’s mother solely based on a child’s testimony just wasn’t convincing. For such a serious crime, the lack of proper investigation made the foundation of the story feel unstable.Then came the revenge plan, which honestly felt like it was written under a rush. Of all possible ways to destroy a man, she decided to become his concubine and sleep with him. The same man who, as a child, accused her mother and got her killed. Like… girl, when your father was murdered, the culprit didn’t seduce him first. Mind taking some lessons.
Just when I thought the plot couldn’t tangle itself more, boom, they drop the “they’re siblings” bomb. Then minutes later, nope, not siblings. By this point my brain was twisted into origami as the narrative had already lost clarity, especially when it was revealed she belonged to the same family that once accused her mother. MAKE IT MAKE SENSE!
Jiulin was, as expected, absolutely brilliant.l, Just in the right amounts ..not overdoing anything . The FL was new to me, but I can’t deny she delivered. Their chemistry? ⚡ ⚡. Their romance?💋💋. The love scenes?🔥 🔥
Overall verdict: yes it is messy, logic seemed undersupplied, And yet… somehow… despite all this chaos, i just couldn't drop it.. you might not be able to do it as well ...This show challenges the masochist in you. I kept rolling my eyes on screen , questioning the writer’s life choices, and still binged till the end.
Was this review helpful to you?
Logic Loss
From the very beginning, this drama showed zero quality in writing. The FL is a modern martial artist who suddenly enters the body of a girl (transmigration , of course!!) about to be killed by bandits. They take her to their disgusting old leader, and she kills him effortlessly. She even beats up the whole gang and becomes their boss ...... fine, I accepted that.But what made absolutely no sense to me was what came after.
How can a woman who defeated ten armed men in a breathe, suddenly fail to handle the leader’s useless, brainless daughter? This bimbo creates mess after mess, yet the FL keeps forgiving her like she’s some saint with selective memory. It’s as if the writer forgot she’s a martial artist whenever the plot needed extra chaos.
By the end, this “strong” FL becomes a complete liability because of poor writing and zero logic.
Honestly, a classic example of limited creativity. Total disappointment.
Was this review helpful to you?
Apart from this, There is not much too discuss ..side cast was ...... Was there I am sure 🤔 ..but nothing worth noting ...
Overall a good watch (keep the skip button 🔘 with you )
Was this review helpful to you?
Sweet ... Simple... Surprisingly Satisfying..
It's a sweet... light-hearted drama about a married couple who divorce after a series of misunderstandings, only to slowly rekindle their romance. Meng Na and Jian Qi, as always, brought their best to the screen. Their chemistry felt warm and fluffy ,.. full of respect, care, and a quiet kind of love that shows even in their playful banter 🥰🥰Honestly, they looked so visually appealing together that a few plot loopholes were easy to forgive.
I also loved the styling: Jian Qi absolutely rocked that red-burgundy hair, and Meng Na’s wardrobe 👗 was chef’s kiss... classy, modern, and perfectly curated.
Overall, it was an enjoyable, feel-good watch.🙂🙃
Was this review helpful to you?
A tale of fools' sacrifice
A smart person chooses strategy, not struggle .... but clearly the leads in this drama didn’t get the memo. Nothing about their situation was serious enough to justify the Olympic-level suffering they went through. Deaths, rapes, tragedies stacked like monthly EMI bills… all for what? It felt excessive, pointless, and honestly, badly written.And then there’s this old, haggard, wife beater who can't even erect his joystick . This impotent ( NOT IMPORTANT) man is literally unstoppable...nobody seems to be able to do anything about this disgusting pest. He’s out there burning houses, drowning kids, electrocuting women on stage, doing fraud, defaulting on business deals, shaking hands with national enemies , basically a walking crime buffet .... and what do the people fight him with? Punches and hairpins. Hairpins, babe. At this point it’s not a drama, it’s a comedy.
This man could’ve been deleted from the script in episode five with one well-aimed push down the stairs. But no~~~~~~ the production team dragged him all the way to the finale. Maybe they loved him too much. Maybe they owed him money. Who knows.
And then the ML… oh god.
Why is he reciting his tragic love story to the Japanese general? Was he trying to defeat him with boredom? “Here sir!! let me give you 30 minutes of emotional TED Talk so you leave the country voluntarily.”
Honestly… unimpressed. Severely.
Only the OST survived this disaster.
Spoiler: despite all this nonsense, the ML still dies in the end. The only thing he defeated was himself.
Was this review helpful to you?
A pact of Blood for Revenge
I found this plot genuinely engagin' ... the pacing was solid... carried a steady momentum. Well if we can just overlook a few illogical and unnecessary activities like the leads fleeing the city as fugitives only to come back and go to their own manors later.... the storytelling overall was well done. In my opinion the minimal use of comic relief ( which was good humour BTW) worked in the drama’s favor, preserving the core essence of its genre.Both the male and female leads were written beautifully withright amount of depth and balance. They’re witty, brave, loyal, and intelligent.... ~~~an inspiring duo whose chemistry evolves beautifully as their paths and goals begin to align. Together, they share an easy yet passionate companionship(i mean look at those blood sucking intimate scenes ) .... flirty(loaded with seduction) and possessive (especially the ML), just unapologetically protective of each other, and bound by genuine trust and respect. Like 'being there of each other' or 'keeping each other's back' type of camaraderie.
The female lead was a standout for me, (which rarely happens) She’s bold, beautiful, kind, and emotional yet rational~~~ a brilliant mix of strength and grace, a brave warrior, a sharp strategist, and a compassionate heart .... all perfection rolled into one and Zhenzhen portrayed her perfectly.
The male lead, on the other hand, was your classic misunderstood hero who eventually redeems himself. Ye Shengjia, with his naturally youthful looks, appeared even younger than both the FL and SML~~~but his charm made it work.
The fight choreography deserves special mention, especially for the FL’s scenes as a general. Her moves were sharp and impressively clea n~~ which is quite rare in short drama format ... this level of precision and quality in their action sequences.
Overall I loved this drama a lot and totally recommending it to all, who are in this revenge reborn type stuff..
Was this review helpful to you?
Quick sparks
Short, simple, and to-the-point... And enjoyable plot, though it seemed rushed around important developments.... especially the leads’ love story, which developed too quickly even for a short format. Fang Tong was amazing as always, but Fang Xiao Dong seemed a bit immature in his acting. No one in the supporting cast really caught my attention.A few things that felt a little annoying:
1. The music was louder than the dialogue.
2. The side villain was literally on the loose, and no one held her accountable for anything. At this point, it felt like there was a big creative gap in building a proper conspiracy.
Still, It was a decent one time watch.
Was this review helpful to you?
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. 👎
Was this review helpful to you?
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.
Was this review helpful to you?
Good for a single time indulgence
Short dramas like this are neither much of hit nor miss.. just a sweet heart warming story, good for the dinner time. The plot is always pretty much predictable or full of clichès but will still keep you engaged.Main highlight was the cast ..I love the FL she cute and acts fine ( I mean there is a good room for improvement) whereas ML is experienced.. have seen him in multiple dramas .. I find his work fairly good. Chemistry between the two is if not fire but atleast warm. That pretty much it about the drama
You can give it a try 🫰
Was this review helpful to you?
"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.
Was this review helpful to you?
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.
Was this review helpful to you?
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)
Was this review helpful to you?
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 compulsoryWas this review helpful to you?
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.💫💕
Was this review helpful to you?
