Kai Xu Min

A Different Take On Love

I'm not really into BL dramas, but, this one got me curious and gave it a shot. First, I really like the realistic approach. As far as I've seen, Korean entertainment is starting to loosen up their conservative side in terms of doing this type of genre, which is a good move I may say.

For the story, I got hooked on the first 6 eps. of the story. It was a roller coaster of emotions. I honestly liked Go Young's character. Not only he is cute, literally, but has a pure heart as well. The friendship he made with Mi Ae was truly priceless. I really loved the strong bond between these two. Though, at the back of my mind, I was hoping they would notch up there friendship beyond sisters. Still, the bond remained inspite of pursuing their different track in their lives. And yes, Mi Ae's wedding was so heartwarming to see. The song between these sisters show how bonded they really are.

Go Young's squad was another epic characters in this drama. Having friends through thick and thin are truly priceless. I'm just not sure if he was able to open up with them about his sickness. As far as I remember, he was too cautious for them to learn about it after seeing their reactions of one person they know who was infected.

The sad fate of Go Young's mom was another heartwarming moment in this drama. Though, I know there are times that he needed to vent out by going out to the club with his friends while his mom was being taken care of by a caregiver. It just felt a bit off. Like, thinking his mom was suffering and there he was clubbing. But, yeah, as youthful as he is, probably that's really his way to ease out his burdens. It's just sad that he never admitted to his mom his preference but yeah, his mom learned about it through the photo and yes, when she gave her full savings to Young, it's a sign of her acceptance. Am sure it was a really tough decision for the mom knowing she's active in Church based on the background given.

And yes, for Go Young's series of relationships, the first cheater boyfriend who eventually gave him the virus on the latter part of the drama. And the very serious, Nam Gyu, the photographer who also ended up in a sad fate. In which, Young was really not into him. Then, there was Young So, the hideous activist. Really not the right partner for him, though he was very passionate with Go Young. The real deal Gyu Ho. I really liked how they met at the bar. and I think, GH was the one who truly cared for him. Accepted as who he was. Yet, they have different paths to take. I guess, their love for each other wasn't truly enough.
I was a bit confused with Habibi's character. He suddenly popped at the last 2 eps of the drama that felt drag for me. I probably missed how he met Habibi as I tried to forward some parts. Am not sure how he was related to Gyu Ho. And it seems he met him in a dating app I think or social media page, this I'm unsure of. But, his character seems just a filler towards the end. Nothing significant since he has a family and his work confused me as well. He is Japanese but speaks good English. He travels a lot I presume since they met in Korea and also in Thailand.

Anyways, the ending is just okay for me. But, not what I'm hoping for. The relationship of GY with his dad is another complicated story. Overall, it was a good drama. Actors absolutely nailed their roles specially, Nam Yoon Su. The steaminess in this drama were very well portrayed. It made me believe that it is their gender preference in real life. But like I said, the final 2 eps. simply drag for me. Lots of flashbacks of GY and GH that I find irrelevant since their not even getting back together.

This is really recommendable who's really in to BL dramas. Not really my cup of tea. But, the actors are truly commendable, honestly.

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When Your Wife Calls

I thought this series would lead me back to Kdrama. Unfortunately, it failed me again. This is your another clichéd Kdrama full of murder, crimes, political and family rivalry. I'm here supposedly for the romance. But, the romance I am hoping for took a back seat in the story. Oh yes, it started again with that aloof, domineering, snob character of the ML. Which expectedly would make a turn towards the end of the drama. Yes, everything is predictable, from the crime itself, the childhood flashbacks, the orphanage and the romance itself. Very poor storyplot. Lots of unnecessary characters like the sister of the FL who didn't play a significant role at all, FL's colleagues in the court or judiciary.

The idea of the burner phone is too lame for me just to express ones feelings. Even poor execution of crime solving. Like, a car that can be easily hacked and operated by a culprit but a simple burner phone cannot be easily located or even decoded by the Office of the President. Like, how inefficient such office can be?

Anyways, this is a wasted potential. If only the writers focused on the romance, instead of the too overly used crime trope, it would have been much more interesting. Yes, this is a total slowburn. Why let the audience wait for the finale for a married couple to get intimate? Can't it be at least halfway thru? or better yet, after the wedding ceremony itself since the feeling is mutual anyway. Would have been much better if they have kids in the finale.

Mysterious Love or My Lethal Man Cdrama is way better than this.

I was suppose to give this a 7.0 for the minimal romantic interaction between the leads. The actors were all awesome. My first time to watch Yoo Yeon Seok in a drama. Second time for Chae Soo Bin as first seen her in I'm Not A Robot. Still, gave an overall rating of 8.0 for the intimate finale scene. Definitely, chemistry was there. Another overrated drama.

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Alpaca Mania

First, I'm not really a fan, but, I liked both leads. As for Tian Jian Ci, I've seen him in several dramas, but, one character of him stood out for me and that is in Lost you Forever, where he was a Demon God. This is the first time I saw him doing a romcom. Honest opinion, this is not is turf. His charm exudes more when he does serious roles. Not also a fan of his Harry Potter look. He looked better I think in Love Me, Love My Voice. As for Li Landy, I've seen her mostly doing romcoms, may it be a modern or historical era. And yes, most of her dramas I've seen are fantasy dramas. I think, this is her turf.

Storyplot: I'm a fan of Sci-fi and Fantasy dramas. The idea of using a Smart bracelet is interesting. CGI used are awesome. Really did great on that aspect. At the beginning, I honestly didn't like how the FL has been treated by the ML. Bickering might be okay. But liking 2 different women, with 2 different looks seems a red flag for me. It really took time for ML to realize the real person behind those faces. And didn't like the way ML being harsh with his words in terms of FL looks. I know, this was related to their adolescent era in HS that ML didn't like FL due to a misunderstanding which they never discussed till the end as I noticed. This is one of the dramas that I made lots of skips due to the excessive use of the filter that mostly for me are unnecessary. It is super slowburn. MC became official I think around ep.24 if I'm not mistaken. I'm not a fan as well of the 2D or 3D mode of the filter that FL turned into an Alpaca or a mop, even a bronze statue,a painting, or anything that she disguised of. These are too childish for me. In terms of romance, which is the main reason I watched this. For some reason, I find the chemistry bland for the MC. The kisses are fish kisses. I think SC was able to nail more of the spicy feels and good kisses. The proposal and wedding was okay. But, I think it would be better if the SC had that proposal and wedding. They deserve it more given that their bundle of joy is coming.

Overall, if you're so into fantasy and sci-fi, you'll enjoy this drama. It is very light, fluffy. No major antagonist. FL's parents are very supportive. The sister though. Didn't like her personality much, since she bullies FL in the beginning. She's been supportive to FL towards the end, but, I think she's not good in expressing her ways in a kind manner. The SC is more interesting in terms of romance. For ML, he's just okay I think. But, not a guy I would dream of as a partner.

Definitely, this is not a rewatch drama for me. But, maybe, it is for Tian Jian Ci fans.

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Never Ending Amnesia Trope

I checked out this drama, first because of the high ratings and second, saw clips that this would have a HE.

It started interesting for me, not until the amnesia tropes began. Given the rebirth that happened for the FL, I would completely understand the loss of memory in the beginning. That process was kinda stretched out too long for me, though partly, it is where the romance have to develop. Mid way, that part was kinda resolved. Romance was kinda developed then, another amnesia arc happened. It was the ML this time. So, FL have to work her way to recover ML's memory which took another long process. Then led to another amnesia trope towards the finale for ML. Like, WTH?!!! 40 eps has been stretched for a never ending arc of amnesia. Their troubles seem endless too. Like, they even have to resolve the troubles of the side characters. I just find it too tiring to watch a never ending series of obstacles along the MC's way. Not even a time for sweet moments together. Like, the kisses just happened in around 4 eps. I think and very short ones. 2 of them I believe was either of them was drunk that it would have to happen.

Because everything was stretched too long, I have to forward most scenes. I wasn't even excited about the wedding because I got tired of watching all their never ending battles and fight scenes. Even my most anticipated sweet intimate time they would have on the wedding night was just totally cut off. Like what?!!!

The cast did great in terms of acting. Specially the FL. I've seen Deng Wei in several dramas but I got to remember him on Lost You Forever S1 and S2. He honestly reminds me of Xiao Zhan. They kinda resemble. And they are both conservative in terms of kisses and doing intimate scenes in their dramas. Like, they avoid them. Not really a fan of both actors. As for Julia Xiang, I just noticed she was the FL in Forever Lover with Wang An Yu, which was a good drama I must say. She still did great here. I honestly like her character. But, I think I like her better as Xu RanRan than Mu Qingge. Xu RanRan is bolder than Mu that I like better. I'm not a fan of ML's character. Yes, he was devoted to our beloved FL but his character was so over the top, like he keeps on being infected of the evil aura that loses himself most of the time. That arc was kinda looping and gets tiring already.

The finale was cute. But, I would still prefer if they had more intimate moments together. Most of the episodes were wasted in battles. As for the side characters, I know Su Yu was supposedly a villain character, but, I was hoping he was still given a character development and could have been better to have a HE with Fei Hua. Dun Tian/ Ye Xin's character was also stretched too long. they could have ended his issues at least in the 38th ep. So the last 2 eps could have focused on romance for the MC and even the side characters. Yes, this was too slow burn. I'm a fan of fire and passion romance, so, I guess, this was just too cutesie for me. Not my cup of tea. I find some moments funny with their injected humor. But the rest is just too tiring to watch.

Overall, if you're so into Xian xia and enjoys never ending battles of immortal power. This is for you. I wouldn't rewatch this long drama with minimal romance.

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Romance in reality

Am sure, this is not everyone's cup of tea. This is basically one of those dramas in real form.

Yes, I got hooked because of the good story plot of this drama. It showned how romance in reality is. It is not your typical damsel in distress, overbearing CEO that will save the FL using money and power and yes, not really the lived happily ever after ending.

For the good points, all the casts really pulled off their role. Specially, the FL, Tian Xi Wei. I usually see her playing cutesie roles in Xian xia and historical dramas. It's good to see a different side of her playing a bit mature role. Her heart breaking parts really lead me to be teary eyed. For the 3 ML's whom I should say should have been tagged only as support roles as all of them are antagonists so to speak. For Qu Yi Peng, his character seem really hateable, but, in reality, yes, there are men out there who really is just like him. Just to get out of poverty, would find his way up in whatever methods he would use may it be risking love. For, Zhou Bin, Oh yes, a lot of men like him is totally out there. To be specific, married men. Once gaining money and power, cheating should also be in his system. Not generalizing, but, it's a fact that there are also lots of married men just like him in reality. And lastly, Gao Peng, I really feel sad for his character. I was really hoping the writer would give him a charcter development, but sadly, it turned to the opposite direction. I really felt his sincerity for Nan Nan in the beginning. He may not be the expressive guy we wanted him to be but he tried his best in the beginning and I believe his loyalty for Nan Nan was there. Sadly, money and power ate him and made him the most hated guy you'd ever want. I was hoping for him to remain loyal for Nan Nan inspite the obstacles their relationship have to go through. Hoping, he would realize that Nan Nan is absolutely the rightful and only woman for him since Nan Nan is always there in his lowest moments. Am definitely disappointed that the writer ruined his character. I would have given this a higher rating if they actually ended up together.

Anyways, for Han Su, Yu Tong always play this kind of roles. The smart, workaholic girl who always doesn't have time for romance and work is always her top priority. Not a fan of her role, but she became the bestie of all I should say. She was always there to listen to each of the characters in this drama....literally.

For Han Han, yes, another hopeless romantic who whose willing to risk everything for love. She may have weak points but gained being strong towards the end. Her role truly depicts lots of women in reality. A victim yet tagged as home wrecker. I guess, the main moral lesson in her story, doing background check before fully commiting to someone is a must. Specially, when you think your prospect have signs of being a married guy.

For the other guys involved such as Wang Zi Lu, I honestly don't like his character. He is straightforward as Nan Nan in which for me is not a good match. They're too the same. In a relationship, it is important to have balance IN BETWEEN the couple's personalities to have a harmonious relationship. If both have the same personalites, no one would lower his/her flag that will just result to separation. And for Luo Ma, his character just seem a filler for Su Su. Yet, his character is what Su Su needs. Someone who will find all his ways to get her heart.

After completing the drama, honestly, it didn't felt good. I still feel Nan Nan could've ended up with a better guy, it really could've been Gao Peng, since they had a strong foundation of friendship even after the breakup, they realized how they matured together. Or, the new neighbor could've been a good prospect. I really don't find WZL a good match for her.

As for the friendship of the 3 girls. It does feel awkward to be friends with the person who technically snatched your ex bf. I know Han Su is too mature to accept that and Nan nan can easily let go of everything as Gao Peng said. I'm just not a fan of that kind of friendship. Overall, it's 7.5 for me.

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Eyecandy Healer

After completing, TFF, another drama I watched mainly for the ML. Yes, who would want to miss a ZLH drama. Loved him since Sparkle Love and Love Crossed.

Another healing drama they say...I wouldn't count it as one though ML is a doctor himself, so we can't ignore that fact. But, if you say it's about FL's healing, it's a no for me. It should be more of her moving on phase, not actually healing. I just didn't feel like she needs to be healed. Her anxiety attacts I believe is more of simply because she can't express what she wants to say to her ex, once the words were out, wholla! she's now okay. That 7 yr relationship with the ex can't be considered 7yrs. for they don't communicate at all. They don't even see each other for all these years. Lucky, if they have met at least once or twice a year. That's not a relationship girl, that's a fling! It is normal to get insomnia either if you can't reach a person you were so dying to speak to. For me, it's totally an excuse just to see our super eyecandy doctor, Dr. HE. Am sure, if the doctor was the grandpa, she hasn't continued her treatment at all.

So, I technically enjoyed this slow-burn drama until ep.12. I'm so not really into slow-burns. Reaching ep.12 is highly patient enough for me, without skips. Ep.13 was the make or break again for me in this drama. Same experience I had with TFF. The FL failed to convince me of supposedly perceived ideal character. One, a woman shouldn't make lead ons with a guy if you'll only reject him the next day. Yes, never kiss a man that you only want to reject. Whatever reasons you may have, lay the cards outright. Specially, if that guy doesn't deserve to be played on with his feelings. As always, our ML, the ever endearing guy, who would accept anything and would still consistently pursue the woman he loves inspite all the rejection or any obstacle may come in between. Persistently patient guy. A real doctor indeed.

Still tried to hold on, tried my best not to drop the drama. So, the ex came back with a bang. Yet, it took time again for her to say what she wants to say. Like, you've been ghosted girl, now's the time to blurt out all your angst, rants , emotions. That roses slap could've been epic if she didn't ran away and confronted him already on that same spot. Anyways, the ex have an attitude problem, that's a given. But, he has his own struggles too with his dad. I felt he really loved the FL, it such that his ways aren't as gentle as our DR. He. I believe the ex got his attitude from his dad. Still, I love Caesar Wu. He shouldn't be given the ex role.

Moving on, I kinda stopped at ep. 20 after the ex appearance as I'm not seeing the FL genuinely ideal I must say. I know she had already moved on when she continuously see Dr. He. Her confession didn't give me a fluttery feeling. So, I tried to get back ep.21 onwards till the finale. I just skipped most of the parts as the FL just continues to irritate me. I'm sorry, but her flirty eyes signals seduction when she looks at Dr. He, so, I wasn't moved with the kisses which supposedly I'm always looking forward to. But, yeah, ZLH, always nails the kisses very well. If there's one scene I liked, it was only the part when the 2 couples are watching a CDrama in Dr. He's place. The jealousy meter was set so high on that part and that was hilarious. Oh, and btw, I'm not a fan too of LDR's. So, I skipped that part. I mean, if I am so in love with a guy, I wouldn't dare leave him. I'll find my own ways of fulfilling my dream without compromising my relationship.

I was already expecting the wedding, since I've seen lots of stills circulating in every SM platforms. The Vera Wang gown was gorgeous, but, not the bride. hahaha The mother's sickness towards the last few eps of the drama reminded me of the drama The Oath of Love. Almost same story.

Overall, ZLH is truly an Eyecandy Healer you would want to look at everyday. Oh, and I liked the SC. I have to mention that. And DR. He's interns, Lie Jie's squad. They made me laugh lots of times. At least Dr. He got his own healing with his father towards the last episodes of the drama.

This is still not my cup of tea, but, I love ZLH. Honestly, comparing this to TFF, I think I would prefer this drama. Why? Because TFF is your another typical CDrama where they started as Teenage sweethearts. I love watching Cdramas, but, I honestly hate that most of their plots are linked to childhood sweethearts. They always have flashbacks and I hate that. Not everyone has a childhood sweet heart. A childhood playmate perhaps that you never fell in love with. TBT offered at least a different scenario. I really like the idea that you can fall in love randomly with a person you just met. Yes, it can be love at first sight, as long as it is random. Like, no links from the past or what so ever. That person can be your client or simply just a co worker. There's no need to stalk a person whom you've been searching for from your childhood. That's just too pathetic for me. Serendipity I guess. Let destiny takes its course.

I believe recommendation for this drama is not necessary since majority of its viewers love it. I'm simply one of the minority who basically watched this for ZLH and nothing else.

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Defying Royalty

I was adamant to watch this because of the FL. I've seen her in other dramas such as WOL which I placed on hold and never pickup back. Watched it for Xu Kai. And this time watched for Zhang Wan Yi. This is my 3rd historical drama of his. I'm always mesmerized by his charm and enchanted by his voice. I love hearing him speak. It always feel like he's so close whispering to your ear. And so glad, I took the shot to check this out.

I got hooked from ep. 1 . One reason I guess, the romance was more fired up here than The Glory, which I tried to watch simultaneously. I dropped The Glory at ep.19 for the lack of romance of that drama. I liked that this drama is quite fast paced. Got a kiss already at ep.9, which is a very rare case for historical dramas. I like Yu Qi's character for being bolder and not reserved. Though the development of romance is quite confusing because of the time sequence I guess. I'm not a fan of reborn characters tbh. So, the flashbacks makes the story quite confusing at times. Like, how she got to be a Saintess at the present times when she was supposedly a Saintess only in her past life.

I really did enjoy the first half of the drama. Specially the story of FL's brother which was so intense, yet, sometimes funny and sweet. While, FL's battered sister was another intense story. The violence made by that cruel husband was really unforgiveable. If it were in the modern times, that's considered a heinous crime either punishable by death or lifetime imprisonment. Well, justice has been served in the drama, thankfully. Despite that power and connections of the perpetrators father was strong. That made again, one of ML's strong points. He's really good in investigating crimes. Oh, and let me not forget the first crime solved which was FL's former fiancé who pushed her in the bridge which led to her almost death and got being reborn. She has a strong will character which is one of her good asset. She knows when to fight for her rights like the way she helped to seek justice both for her brother and the other 2 sisters of hers which has both failed marriages. The thing with her wicked Aunt is another story. Honestly, the aunt's character and the murderer husband of her sister who abducted lots of women are truly existing in our real cruel world. That depiction is so realistic which really happens in our society today. Sadly.
Because of jealousy, greed, lack of proper attention from parents upbringing makes these kind of evil people today. And yes, there are also extremely brat person like Ming Yue in the socitey today. Who'll do everything just to get what they want. Her character is really hateable. She never felt a single remorse in all her wrong doings. But, of course, who else to blame but the wicked Princess Royal, her mother, who share the same attitude as her. And yeah, partly to blame was the Emperor who spoiled his sister and abused their power. Though, I would prefer for Ming Yue to suffer more abit before her firepit death. It feels like FL has suffered more from Princess Royal's torture. The grandmother of FL is another villain for me. She's not a good rolemodel as a parent. Her entire family suffered because of her tbh.

Well, justice has been served for all the villains. But, I felt their deaths didn't justify all their wrong doings. I was hoping they suffer from torture before death to give them the same dose of meds they've done with their crimes. Anyways, I thought am gonna enjoy more the remaining half of the drama, but, not really much for me. Ever since Yu Qin became Yu Jin and was vested as the 7th Prince, everything became a mess. Though, I know the MC was already expecting how things will unfold for them and have designed in advance a counterplan for the troubles that will come their way. The marriage of the MC was sweet on their wedding night but come to think of it, it was the same night that Ming Yue died. Like, not really a good omen for the day of your marriage. Then , the finale....Like, after getting married that's the time MC has to separate and do their royal duties. Not a fan of LDR's honestly. And yes, I'm not happy of them being crowned as the Emperor and Empress. Probably, there are no other best candidate to take the position but them. But, from the start, they have always wished for an ordinary normal life together. I was hoping for them to have kids and live a normal happy family life. Being in the Palace is a start of a not so happy life even if they are together. Just stating facts.

Overall, story was good if only they just followed the current life and not correlate the past of being a Saintess and Yu Jin with another character as well. Romance is good. Kisses were there but not executed well. I've seen fish and angled kisses. I hope ZWY would work on his kisses. Hope he could do steamy kisses later on. And just why they didn't have kids at least in the finale? Still, this is recommendable. Specially for ZWY's fans. He's bolder this time compared to his other dramas.

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Unexpected Husband

First, I watched this for Bai Jing Ting. Liked him since the drama The Rise of the Phoenixes. As expected, He nailed his role here as Gu Jiu Si. I really enjoyed the first half of the story. I never thought BJT could also be so good in comedy. He really made me laugh. I'm not a fan of the FL. Her acting cutesie in the beginning by being a crybaby didn't work for me. Though, her character was a smart wife who can handle real deal business and manage the household well. As for the antagonist, Luo Zi Shang, being portrayed by Liu Xue YI, oh my, I also liked him. Why does he have to be a villain in this drama? Such a good looking antagonist. I simply didn't understand his character as a Grand Tutor. Like, why he has all this power and can manipulate everyone? He's not even a high profile official of the palace, not until the end that he was granted a position after interfering with the edict of the late Emperor.

Anyways, lots of things were stretched too long in this drama that should have shortened the number of episodes. I had to do lots of skips for the unnecessary political drama. I also hated the part when Jiu Si was framed by the Prince. And yes, when the Prince also forcibly took the throne was stretched too long.

For the positive aspect, I liked the friendship that transpired with the MC and Zhuo Ye and the Fl's ex fiance Ye Shian. Battle scenes were well presented. I also liked how the Late Emperor dodged the Empress Dowager on Jiu Si's issue. And yes, this power MC can always solve every obstacle that comes their way. Chemistry was definitely there. But, this is definitely too slow burn. Kisses were only done in 2 eps. (27&28) which I think is too lacking. Another downside for me in the romance aspect, like, they have already been an official married couple but, it really took time for them to be physically intimate together. It's just too hard to believe for a couple being in love, sleeps together yet can't be intimate. I mean, this is not a child's playhouse. I forgot to mention, I liked how GJS slammed and rejected the Princess straightforwardly while in prison. That was another epic scene.

I also feel like justice has not been really served well in this drama. Like The Prince should have been punished for the murder he has done and framed the ML. And yes, Luo Zi Shang, didn't even get to pay for his wrong doings. Oh, but I have to mention, Jiu Si's epic winning battle with Liang's reign.

The finale for the MC is simply okay for me. Not really I'm wow'd about. Like I said, would have been better if there were more sweet moments for the MC and skinships. Overall, I gave this a 7.5 Not my fave BJT drama, but surely he's admirable still for his portrayal.

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My View of the Moon

Story: Story plot is quite all over the place. I really had a hard time correlating one character to another. Lots of drag moments that I had to use my forward button all the time. I was quite looking forward on the romance. I've been a fan of the leads chemistry from Love is Sweet. Unfortunately, I didn't felt the same chemistry that they had back then. The kissing scenes were just okay. Not at their best I should say. I guess, there were some elements missing in the story that I'm looking for that I felt lacking. One is the character development from some of the cast. Like, their characters just died having no remorse or regret. Second, some infusion of humor. This drama could've been better if they have just infused some humor on some scenes. Third, the romance department is definitely lacking. Very minimal epsiodes of having the leads having their sweet moments together. Neither the secondary couple has limited romantic moments as well. Lastly. too many fillers used. Like this could have been better off with 24 eps. The flashbacks have to be played several times for you to be able to follow the messed storyline.

Acting/ Cast: Surely, another superb acting by Leo Yunxi. But, I must say this was his least character that I may like. He's way better in Love is Sweet and Princess Silver. As for Bai Lu, I just find her acting just the same in every character she portrays. I was able to watch her already in quite a few of her dramas. I think her forte is really romcoms. For the rest of the cast, awesome acting. Chen Du Ling nailed her bitchy character. And yes, a Xianxia won't be complete without bloodspitting which I think was overly used in this drama.

Music: I didn't caught up much with the sound track as I skip credits both beginning and end. But, one thing's for sure, the opening track is too ordinary that It didn't stick to my mind. When I usually watch a drama that has good music in it, it's either I get to hum or sing along with it.

Rewactch Value: Definitely a no for me. Unless, you're a big fan of the leads, you're free to do so. The story is just not enticing for me to make it watch again.

Overall: I love watching Xianxia dramas with good storyline and romance. But, this ain't it for me. When I first saw this drama, It immediately reminded me of Love Between Fairy and Devil. Almost same concept but the storyline of LBFAD is way better than this one. I can only give this a 7.5. Generous enough for the good acting of the cast, but the storyline for me is just a total mess.

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Could Have Been But Not

So, this is the first historical drama of Song Wei Long that I ever completed. I tried Untouchable Lovers but got bored and dropped it. Acting wise, I still find the emotions lacking from him. Same expressions I've seen him on Go Ahead and Find Yourself. As for Angelababy, I've only seen 3 of her dramas. This is the 3rd. I think she did better in General And I.
Storywise, I got hooked on the first 20 episodes. I'm not a fan of slowburns, but the story of the side characters got me interested. I should say, kisses were well executed by the leads. There are just some instances that are far stretched too long. Like, the FL's playing hard to get of her emotions and ML needs to die first before she finally admits her feelings. Like, WTH, you're carrying his child, yet, still needs to play hard to get. Afterall, she almost died too. Honestly, I felt sad for Qi Min's character. It's not his fault that he fell in love with FL. He was kinda betrayed at his own wedding. And yes, I truly admire how he was honest about his feelings up to the end. I also felt sad for the other side characters. It seems they all loved the wrong person. Thankfully, there's one couple who I find have a sweet fluffy romance....and that's Luo Qi and Xiu Kun.
I like the Father of the Jun's. He was able to raise his daughters well. I'm really not interested in the political aspect of the story, so I won't delve into it further.
Overall, this could have been really a good drama. I enjoyed the humor in some aspects. but, the chemistry of the leads just seem bland. Another thing that I didn't seem like was the the time lapse of 1 year towards the end. I mean, what's the sense of the leads going back together, when in the most crucial moment of your wife giving birth, as a partner, you weren't there. Even talking about having twins, yet, the kids should have an appearance at least.
As for the ending, it didn't gave me a feel good vibe, as a lot of tragedy has happened. And yes, most of the characters didn't get their own HE. Not to mention, most of them have unrequited love.
If you're into a feel good romance, I wouldn't recommend this for a rewatch value. But, if you like Song Wei Long, this drama is for you.

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Ghost You Almost Lost

For the obvious reason I sticked to this for Bai Jing Ting. I'd definitely wouldn't miss how good looking BJT is in this drama. But, the truth is, I almost dropped this drama midway.

My honest opinion, first, I didn't watch Hidden Love, so, I have totally no clue about the cast and how was this correlated to HL. Only a friend here in MDL explained to me the correlation and should I say was able to convince me to complete this drama.

Sang Yan, His character would be every womans dream to have as a partner. Very Loyal, Extremely Persevering, Well-off, Truly Caring, Absolutely good looking, Deliciously Hot and yes, the most important thing, A very good kisser. 😍His character is very interesting. You would feel from the beginning episodes how he was emotionally hurt from a HS breakup, searching, longing for the only woman he loved for more than 6 years and counting.

On the other hand, Yifan, the woman that our ML longed for. Suffered from a dark past, continuously healing from pains physically, emotionally from being abandoned, letting go of the man she loves and for every dark moments in her life may it be from family or work. And part of her healing process was experiencing sleepwalking resulting from her PTSD. Yes, she had no choice but to work on her own at a young age after losing her dad from sickness and having a selfish mom who puts her own welfare first than her children.

So, the story basically evolved with these two main characters. Having their friends on the side that added to the gist of the story. I won't dig in further to the story but will just point out things that didn't made this drama fit in to my cup of tea. The first half of the drama I think got me hooked. Though, I'm a bit confused with the flashbacks as it began immediately with a breakup. But, it deemed necessary to understand the entire plot. So, the meet up after 6 years or so got me hooked. You already know that the ML wouldn't let such opportunity pass and will never let go after finding what he longed for. Ok, here's the thing, first, FL chose to reside in a slum area given her financial capability, I guess that's the only kind of residence she can afford. But, even if you're in a dire strait situation, I believe it's necessary to prioritize safety. she has friends and co workers who can help her find a safer place to live in, but she did not. So, she had to experience again another dark encounter which she could have avoided. And so, the cohabitation with ML happened. the most interesting part I guess. Of course, this is where the romance should build up again between the two. Btw, SY being a hero, physically beating those bad guys to save his beloved FL is one of the notable scenes of his character. Everything was going into its right track and yes, the MC made it to the point of being officially together despite the trials they encounter along the way. And so, after being officially together, the FL decides to shut off everyone once again including her beloved SY. Simply because she wants to save everyone from her criminally violent Uncle who resurfaced and continuously doing act of violence to every people around her. This was the make or break for me of this drama. Like, WTH? you left your man and decide to let go. Now you found him again and decided to give it a go, then now you decide to go again without leaving any trace. Like, you even surpassed the level of a high profile criminal at large.
Yes, I did try to understand what she have went thru as I described earlier. Still, for someone who's partly healed and was able to start a relationship already, why do you need to ghost the people who truly care for you? They don't deserve that. Guess what, after they met again in 6 months, No apologies from her. Why? because everyone thinks she's a victim. She doesn't need to apologize. ML embraced her with open arms. No questions asked simply because he learned what she has went thru. Sorry, but, not for me. It is still rude to ghost anyone. Specially when people are kind to you. They deserve an apology from being ghosted.

Aside from the lack of emotions I get from the FL, I've lost my interest to the entire drama after what she did for the second time to ML.I skipped most scenes till the end just to know how it ended for them. Everyone was touched with that proposal but, I was glad that ML didn't went down on his knees as I think it's not well deserved. I agree this is anothe double standard drama. Oh yes, I'd like to point out too that at least, the culprit admitted his crime and the victims got their justice. The mother deserved to be disowned.

As a romance freak, BJT nailed the kisses but the FL wasn't able to execute it well. Even the intimate scene should have been spicy. But, when you look at the FL given the back kisses, you'll find no emotions at all.

I won't delve in further with the side characters but the SC had their own fair share of romance which was cute too. Only the downside was the grandfather issue which ate unnecessary time. Oh yeah, I liked the support guys as well like Xiang Lang, Mu ChengYun and Duan JiaXu. Definitely hot looking guys too.

Overall, SY as they say is totally a green forest for this drama. Good thing he's definitely hot and good looking. As some say, His stalking FL for several years could have given a wrong impression and might cause misinterpretation of obssession. But, of course, with such hot looking guy, who would think he is obssessed and stalking the woman he loves. Honestly, the FL's character failed for me. I don't remember any positive thing she did for ML. And that line of living 6 yrs more than the ML just to cover the suffering ML has encountered, it's like she's trying to look more pitiful. I just don't by that. Sadly, she doesn't want people she loves leave her, but, she has a habit of leaving them behind.

Definitely this is not the drama for me, but BJT nailed again his role. Hope he gets a green FL on his next drama.

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Headhunters in Love

It took sometime for me to give this drama a shot. I'm not a fan of both leads. And yes, I'm not into Kdramas anymore these past few years after realizing Cdramas has more good looking men. Been trying to check out Kdramas once in a while and finally decided to check this out.

I like the story premise. I've always been a fan of office romances and romcoms so to speak. I must say, my favorite character here is Byeol. She's the main reason I was able to complete this drama. She's so adorably smart kid.

As for the leads, I think this was the most okay role that Han Ji Min has done. She tends to over react in her previous dramas like in Familiar Wife, One Spring Night, Rooftop Prince to name a few dramas I've seen her. I mean this was her most subtle role I believe. As for Lee Jun Hyuk, this was the only 3rd drama I've seen him and was never a fan of him. But, he definitely nailed his role here as Eun Ho. He's too husband and dad material. The romance between the leads was definitely a slowburn. I like that the FL's character is straightforward. One flaw of this drama is that, it so lacks fire and passion. Like, having two adults falling in love after not being in a relationship ever for the FL and quite a long time for the ML. The kisses and skinships were too wholesome for me. I was even looking forward for them to get married and have a kid of their own so that Byeol will have a sibling. But, of course, it didn't happen. Second flaw is that it focused on the business aspect, where the business politics and competition is quite predictable. Nothing new to offer honestly. There are certain scenes that are quite unexplained such as the fire incident where ML was involved. Even FL's trauma, like it felt there's more beyond just after losing her father. The SC's story is quite okay and cute. But, I felt more interested for Kang Ji Yun and Woo Jeong Hun to be a couple. I think they would have much a fire chemistry given Jeong Hun's young and cute character.

The office staff of PeopleZ also made the story interesting. I enjoyed the humor and the bond that the team have formed. Overall, this was a very wholesome drama. I think MDL got the ratings right this time. I was suppose to give this an 8. But, Byeol made it for me to be an 8.5

For rewatch, not really for me. But, this is a feel good drama and most recommendable who likes a mature man like Eun Ho who's good not only at work but also a good cook and does good in housechores as well. The perfect husband and father you'll ever want in your life.

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Purple Moon

Initially, this drama did gave me a Love Between Fairy and Devil vibe. To the point that when I look at Ao Rui Peng, He looks like Dylan Wang to me as a Demon God. I really liked how it started. The humor, which is a trademark in Bai Lu's character as FL in most of her portrayals. And yes, as expected, a Demon God should be harsh in the beginning as always. I got hooked when the Contemplation stone entered FL's body. Every contemplation being collected has its own story which is one good point of this drama. Then, of course, how all the characters are connected made up the good storyline. I have to commend all the actors in this drama. They all nailed their roles. From the Bai sisters' father, who I first got teary eyed from his sad fate. Then, the very colorful story of Fu Ling/Bai Xi and Chong Zhao. I think they are my favorite characters overall. For me, both of their stories have the most meaningful impact here. It even overshadowed the story of the MC tbh. Fu Ling suffered the most for me. From having no memories of her past and unconciously killed her own father. Suffered severely from the heart poison and yes had to sacrifice herself for the sake of her loved ones. I honestly felt the chemistry more between her and Chong Zhao. I liked how their love for each other slowly unfolded. As for Chong Zhao, His is another story. Being betrayed by his own mentor whom he believed was righteous from the start, then turns out to be his own parent's perpetrator. Then was kinda deceived by love, knowing the one he cared for from the start wasn't the right person at all. And yes, he has to be the most villanous of all from his dark past.
I have to mention too the side characters of the story who also played a major contribution to the storyline. There's Tian Huo, who also have her own colorful story and romance. Her loyalty and courage is really admirable. And yes, she's got a handsome brother Hua Yong, who's very kind and loving. Then, there's Zhang Shan, another loyal disciple of Fan Yue. His sad fate makes me feel bad also for this drama. I even like how funny he was and his admiration for Tian Huo is one thing I liked also. The Fox Clan, Mu Jiu and Chen Ye, Fan Yue's brother have also made a great significance to their characters. I have to mention too Lao Gu, my favorite turtle master. I really like his character.
Overall, the storyline is really great not until the last part of the drama, where it started to show everything that happened in the past. I guess, one thing I didn't like in that aspect is that, it showned that Jing Yuan's power is weaker than of Mo Li. I don't know, but as a Demon Lord, Jing Yuan's character is usually weak most of the time. He couldn't even defeat Mo Li, not with Chong Zao's help. As for Bai Shuo, I just hope the power of the contemplation stone just remained with her. I mean the stone chose her, so it should have remained loyal to its chosen host till the end.
Anyways, the finale felt forced to be happy. Besides, it won't give you a good feeling afterall that a lot of the main characters that should be with them have sacrificed themselves to save humanity and other sects. With that, I gave this drama a fair 8 rating. That is for the good storyline minus the finale. As for the romance, I'm not a fan of the MC'c chemistry. I find it bland. But, was surely a fan of Fu Ling/ Bai Xi and Chong Zhao's true love.
Another thing worth mentioning for this drama, lots of eyecandy goodlooking men to watch for. This is a good watch but not as good as ALP and LBFAD.

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