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I'm just a casual viewer who came across this news. And this is not to his defense. But me, personally, think this particular controversy is ridiculous. It doesn't matter who says the SEA comment.

For saying the figure in the portrait above looks like someone from SEA. The controversy is ridiculously stupid. He recognized the portrait depicted his Thai co-star. And he is getting backlashed for saying the portrait looked like someone from SEA? WTH? Is Thailand not part of SEA?

I see. In that case, I wish you the same wish C-netizens had for commenters like you. We wish your company treats you the way they have treated her over the years. 😉

A cash cow whose contract with the agency is expiring this year and still hasn't renewed it yet?

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHal96yJvQA9Uw2PS0BEm-j7ClI9cSI_S

The second guy from the left on the poster is a Tibetan and his character tells one of the investors that they can't mine the mountains.
https://kisskh.at/people/114191-jinpa

Their relationship is like a healthy feedback loop. She broadens his perspective and he increases her self-awareness.

I was randomly re-watching episodes and discovered something I missed the first time around.
In ep5, FL asked ML what does he do if he gets bullied. He replied that he fights back. He explained he has tried enduring it. But it not only hurts him physically but also mentally. And we see FL appearing quite upset. I initially thought she was upset over the mistreatment ML received from his uncle -in-law. But now on re-watch, I think his words gave her the courage to face off against her no good husband. Why should she be drinking and crying over that scumbag cheater? She should be smacking that dipshit back to whatever shit hole he came from (figurately, of course). And that was what she did in the next scene: She didn't get mad. she got everything.
I love this drama.

Yes, they got married. If I remember correctly from the novel, they chose not to have a wedding.

FL explained it when they were in car. She was okay with marriage. Her concern was that it might set ML back and cause him to revolve around her again. The reason they broke up 6 years ago was because he was prioritizing her in making his life choices (ie. Choosing local college and not participating in exchange program so he could stay close to her.) And she wasn't that kind of woman who wanted a man orbiting her. She shared in ep27 that they were two individuals who were together because they happened to like each other. She didn't want him to make sacrifices for her. And in ep30, she reiterated that point by telling him to put himself first. When he can do that, then they can talk about marriage.

Obviously, her request wouldn't apply to normal folks like us, who always put our own interest first. ML is very different in that he puts her interest before his own. And FL wants to make sure he watches out for his own interest.

LOL! I enjoyed the contrasts and the parallels of their relationship in the dual time lines. I hope you will too.

You are absolutely right. That was non-consensual, vengeful kiss. FL knew that. And as we go deeper into the drama, we start to understand why he did it and why she put up with his manipulative behaviors in the present time line.

And for your benefit, ML did acknowledge his shameful conducts, which was quite heart-rending to see.

I'm in awe of C-fans' eagle eyes. They spot the slight differences between FL's flashback in ep23 and what were actually shown initially. One is Li Wu's drunk hug on the sofa. The other one is the phrase he used describing the first half year they were apart. I prefer the hug in FL's memory and the non-accusing phrase ML actually used initially.

I don't remember where they are in the present at ep20. But I remember her very resistant to getting back together with him. And yet, she lets him insert himself into her life again because she feels incredibly guilty for how the breakup affected him (The breakup scene is emotionally charged and powerful. 👍 for both actors.) She ain't blind. She knows what he is doing. And yet she lets him get away with it anyways. He's her soft spot. Her attitude toward him is especially note worthy when compared to the doctor. If you ever start to ship them in the past, you'll naturally want them back together in the present.

I saw an online post saying we fell in love with FL thru ML's eyes. She was a beautiful human being because ML sees her as a beautiful human being.

To me on hindsight, the show was quite good in their execution. Cen Jin is not a teenage girl living in a fairytale, batting her eyes at her prince charming with tiny hearts. She is a grown woman with a divorce, a miscarriage, and a career under her belt. Her expression of love matches her personality and her life experience: Rational and emotionally guarded. I don't think she ever "fell in love" with Li Wu 6 years ago but she did become emotionally attached to him. So much so, she was willing to give the relationship a chance to be something more. But in the end, she realized that she was not ready to accept nor reciprocate his level of devotion. (And she did confessed to her friend that she felt kinda guilty for dating a kid, which is never a good sign for any relationship.) Six years later, it is a different story. As the other MDLer said, she is looking back on that period with a different filter. The emotional intimacy they shared "transforms" into actual love. There is never a moment where "Snap! She is in love." But more like each moment adding to the many moments before, until she can't bear the thought of parting from him. It was wonderful to see her holding his face in her hands and apologizing for not coming to her senses earlier.

It was fun asking AI to analyze Cen Jin and Li Wu.

🦋 Cen Jin (岑今)

Overall personality:
Calm, rational, emotionally guarded, but deeply kind.

Key traits:
* Independent & strong-minded – She’s capable, career-focused, and used to handling life on her own, especially after emotional setbacks.
* Emotionally restrained – Cen Jin doesn’t easily express vulnerability. She tends to suppress her feelings and think things through logically.
* Kind but not soft – Her kindness is practical rather than sentimental. Helping Li Wu was a conscious choice, not impulsive pity.
* Wounded yet resilient – Past relationships (including her divorce) make her cautious about love, but she isn’t cynical—just careful.
* Slow-burn romantic – She needs time to trust, reflect, and accept her feelings.

👉 Butterfly symbolism: she represents quiet beauty and emotional transformation.

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🎯 Li Wu (李雾)

Overall personality:
Quiet, intense, loyal, and emotionally steadfast.

Key traits:
* Introverted & observant – He doesn’t talk much but notices everything, especially when it comes to Cen Jin.
* Deeply grateful & loyal – He never forgets who helped him when he was at his lowest; his devotion is long-lasting.
* Emotionally disciplined – Li Wu keeps his feelings under control, choosing patience over impulsiveness.
* Protective & dependable – Once he commits, he becomes a solid emotional anchor.
* Persistent in love – His affection isn’t loud or dramatic; it’s steady, deliberate, and unwavering over years.

👉 Sniper symbolism: he waits, watches, and chooses the right moment—precise and patient.

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💞 Their Dynamic

Contrast: Her guarded rationality vs. his quiet emotional certainty
Balance: She teaches him independence and perspective; he gives her safety and reassurance
Romance style: Mature, restrained, emotionally deep rather than flashy

It's been almost a month and I still can't get over this drama. So here I am combing the internet for more.
Here is their kissing scene compilation:
https://m.weibo.cn/detail/5249304463147504

Lol! And that's why this drama is a love for me. We can see their character development in real time. We started to understand how and why their relationship failed 6 years ago. As well as, what they are doing now to make it right. (At least, trying not to make the same mistakes.)

Her frustration was my frustration. But on the other hand, I felt his anxiety, too. The way he self-consciously wiped his shoes before entering her apartment, furtively moved the slippers from the rug, and put all his luggage in the corner. He was minimizing his foot print and making himself as unobtrusive as possible. And that mentality carried over to his communication style. He didn't want to express views that might "inconvenience" her in anyway. FL noticed and took the initiative to draw him out of his shell. Thru her high pressure pushing, he started to be more aware of his own wants and needs (not related to schooling). But the one time when he actually did anything on his own volition, she disapproved. Hence, he crawled right back to his shell. This wasn't even a misunderstanding. This was a battle of wills. And I was totally there for them. I loved watching their every clash and their increased understanding. They were magnificent.