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FEUD : A BOND THAT TRANSCENDS TIME, KARMA, AND PAIN
" Lament of the River Immortal "It refers to deep regret or longing, often tied to love and sacrifice; the passage of time, boundary between realms, spiritual journey; and beings with the power of eternity but burdened by endless emotion. "Feud"is the second name, this is a Xianxia drama that stands out because of its unique elements, plot twists and a well paced story that blends well with comedy and angst at the right time. This drama is centered on revenge, but it's revenge built on heartbreak, misunderstanding, and years of silence.
Feud is also one of the first Xianxia dramas to feel different from the others, it felt like a slice of life xianxia drama, the pacing matched the story, the ost, the dialogues, and the acting was very good.
STORYLINE 𐙚⋆°｡⋆♡
In a captivating fairytale, Li Qing Yue, a powerful immortal blessed by the Four Spirits, and Bai Jiu Si, a revered master of Dacheng, are fatefully drawn to one another. But their bond is tested by a cruel twist of fate, a heartbreaking misunderstanding that leads to conflict, and ultimately, their tragic end.
Yet destiny refuses to let their story end there. Given a second chance, they rise from the ashes of their past to mend what was broken. Standing side by side, the immortal and the master become unlikely champions, uniting their strength to protect the innocent from an impending darkness.
The first part of Feud actually starts off pretty comedic The female lead, Li Qing Yue, is introduced living as a mortal in the Jingyun Sect. She's seen as low-ranking and not really taken seriously, to the point where they make her guard the sect gate with the second male lead. It's during this time outside the sect, while she's out looking for herbs to treat herself, that she runs into the Heavenly Lord and honestly, that’s where the long and emotional journey of Feud really begins.
Because of a mistake, she ends up having to marry the Heavenly Lord. The first half of the drama focuses on their marriage, with the male lead being super cold toward her, constantly trying to make her admit that she’s his past lover, Hua Rue Yue. But it’s clear from early on that something deeper is going on like there's more to the story than what we’re being told. What stood out to me right away was the chemistry between the leads from episode one, the ML always stepped in to protect her whenever she was in danger their bond didn’t feel forced at all; it just clicked.
As the story continued, we were introduced to more side characters who all played their own part in building up the world of the drama. I got completely hooked from the first episode. It didn’t feel like your usual xianxia, it had a different vibe, something new, and I instantly liked both leads. The early episodes were also really good at making everyone, including me, curious about what actually happened in their past. Why did they break up? Did the FL reincarnate? We all had our theories flying around, trying to figure it out, but we had no idea how deep things would really go. The mystery, the pacing, the way the story slowly unfolds it will pull you in without you noticing.
As the drama moves into the second half, everything takes a huge emotional turn and we get hit with not just one, but several major plot twists. One of the most surprising things was how well the female lead, Hua Rue Yue (disguised as Ling Qing Yue), was able to fool everyone in the Heavenly Realm into believing she was just a powerless mortal. Even we, the viewers, were convinced for a while. The second half starts digging much deeper into the pasts of both leads It explores their differences as immortal beings who came to the mortal realm to fulfill a love tribulation. But things didn’t go the way the male lead, BJS, had hoped. Before the flashback kicks in, there’s a huge moment where Ling Qing Yue finally reveals her true identity; she's actually Bai Jiu Si’s real wife, Hua Rue Yue, this caught so many of us off guard. And then another twist followed: she had planned everything that happened in episode one, including staying at the Jingyun Sect. She and the ML ended up fighting in an intense and beautifully shot scene, and that fight took them straight back to the mortal realm.
Now, here’s where it gets even crazier: the mortal realm they both found themselves in after falling down during their fight, was actually an illusion created by HRY herself. Using stories and events from other people's lives, she pieced together a world to show Bai Jiu Si a version of her past, what she had gone through and how she had felt. These illusion scenes were some of the most emotional and reflective moments of the drama even though the world she built was fake, it helped change Bai Jiu Si’s entire view. He started seeing mortals not just as lesser beings, but as people who experience real love, pain, friendship, and sacrifice all things he had never fully understood before. When the story enters its final arc, the emotional weight really starts to hit. Bai Jiu Si falls into a coma, and during that time, he meets the Goddess of Time, she shows him the consequences of his karma and reveals Hua Rue Yue’s past in full. These scenes were honestly heart breaking so deep and painful to watch. They highlighted everything HRY went through as a divine god who carried so much compassion, and how BJS, despite his love for her, made a decision he thought was right, only to realize how deeply it hurt them both.
The villain’s true identity is finally revealed, along with the real cause of all the misunderstandings between BJS and HRY. Since they represent Yin and Yang, their connection was always going to be complicated, but the way it was portrayed made it even more intense and raw toward the end. Something that really stood out for me in " Feud"was how layered and complex the characters were there wasn’t a single character that felt one dimensional, HRY and BJS both had their flaws, but they also had depth, growth, and heartbreak. Another thing I appreciated so much was the loyalty of their disciples. In a lot of xianxia dramas, the disciples usually end up betraying their masters or acting out of jealousy or ambition but here, every disciple remained respectful and deeply devoted. They weren’t hypocrites; they each had their own way of understanding and standing by their master, which gave the story more meaning.
Rather than ending on a cliché happy or tragic note, the finale was more symbolic and meaningful . HRY doesn’t just change her own past she rewrites the past of others too. It’s an alternate ending where her actions don’t erase everything, but reduce the amount of suffering and loss for the people involved which was beautifully written.
In the present timeline, HRY returns to the place where she and BJS first met. When she says, “It’s time to accompany him,” it sounds like she’s ready to die with him, since he’s still missing that moment felt so final and devastating. But then there's another twist of fate, the Goddess of Time steps in and changes their ending, HRY and BJS reunite at the exact place where it all began. This final scene is truly unforgettable cinematic, emotional, and full of closure in the most poetic way possible for me.
CHARACTERS/ ACTING ꫂ❁
Bai Lu as Hua Rue Yue / LingQingYue ᰔᩚ
Bai Lu did such an amazing job bringing HRY to life, from her playful and “mortal” side as Ling Qing Yue to the deeply emotional and broken parts of Hua Rue Yue, she captured every layer so well. I loved how powerful HRY was not witty for show, but genuinely smart and dedicated to helping the mortal realm,her choices weren’t always understood by those around her, and that’s what made her character so interesting. As a Heavenly Goddess, she didn’t act self-righteous or look down on mortals. Instead, she chose to understand both realms, which made her stand out.
HRY is one of the most complex and emotionally layered female leads I’ve seen in a xianxia drama. At first, she appears lighthearted and even a little silly, especially while pretending to be a mortal at Jingyun Sect. But underneath that playful surface is someone deeply burdened by love, betrayal, and compassion. What made her stand out was how she never stopped loving BJS, even when she was angry or heartbroken. Bai Lu nailed this role, especially through her subtle expressions and the way she balanced the emotional, serious, and even the lighter, cute moments of the drama.
Joseph Zeng as Bai Jiu Si ♡ˎˊ˗
Joseph Zeng as BJS was honestly the perfect casting choice. At first, BJS comes across like your typical cold male lead, but as the story unfolds, you realize his silence isn’t emptiness; it comes from years of buried emotions, guilt, and love. He followed the Heavenly way, and his beliefs made him view humans differently. In his eyes, he was doing the right thing. But after meeting HRY again and experiencing the mortal illusion she created, he started to understand that living in the mortal realm isn’t about status or wealth; there's still pain, sacrifice, and hardship no matter who you are.
Joseph truly brought BJS to life, showing every emotion with so much restraint and control, his love for HRY never changed across timelines, and that steady love is what eventually softened her heart, even through all her anger and hurt. Their reunion felt real and ended exactly how it was meant to. Also, I have to say Joseph looked genuinely cute in the scenes where BJS lost his memories. That softer version of him was such a nice contrast to the serious and composed version we saw before,he’s probably the first xianxia male lead I’ve seen who pulled off that innocent, clueless look without it being awkward or cringey.
OST/ CINEMATOGRAPHY ˚.🎀༘⋆
I liked most of the OSTs in the drama because they blended so well with the story. Bai Lu and Joseph’s OST especially stood out; it was used in some of the most emotional and touching scenes, and it really added to the impact. The CGI was pretty good overall, It may not have been the absolute best, but it reminded me of older dramas . I actually really liked the monkey animation in the first episode, it was very cute. The cinematography was also nicely done,they did a good job capturing the emotions of the leads and highlighting some of the key locations in the drama.
FAV SCENES ִֶָ. ..𓂃 ࣪ ִֶָ🦋་༘࿐
BJS and LQY first meeting in the first episodes
Baby BJS with HRY
The Happy love tribulation of BJS and HRY when they first descended
Strong complex HRY Scenes
BJS healing HRY and helping her in the final battle
The dedication of the disciples in the last Ep
Reunion of the leads
Peak Cinema Ending
OVERALL IMPRESSION⋆ ˚｡⋆୨♡୧⋆ ˚｡⋆
In Feud, BJS's love for HRY is complex, unwavering, and ultimately tragic. It’s not the kind of love that fades in the face of rejection or resentment; instead, it persists through centuries of trials, misunderstandings, and emotional distance. He doesn’t stop loving her even when she resents him, and that’s the core of his character: his is more patient with her and choose to love her even when they had their differences
The drama does a good job showing that love without communication can become its own kind of cruelty. BJS loved her deeply, but love alone wasn't enough; it needed action, honesty, and mutual growth. HRY’s heartbreak, their years of separation, and the eventual emotional reckoning both of them had to face.
Feud really left an impact on me. It’s not your typical xianxia with a straightforward love story or constant action. The drama takes its time to explore complex characters, emotional depth, and the consequences of past choices. The romance isn’t fluffy or centered on constant sweet moments; it's painful, layered, and tied to something much bigger than just feelings. That might not appeal to everyone, especially if you’re looking for a lighter story, but for those who stick with it, the message behind their love, sacrifice, and growth is powerful. It’s the kind of drama that left me thinking even after it ended .
I explained this drama just like how i interacted with many people.
MY REDDIT EXPLANATION
https://www.reddit.com/r/CDrama/comments/1lfysec/yu_zhengs_explanation_on_feud_helped_me/
“All of you have taught me a lesson. In this cycle, we’ve made many mistakes and carried too many regrets. But since we’ve been given the chance we can help ourselves in the next cycle- Hua Rue Yue ‧₊˚ ☁️⋅♡🪐༘⋆
" I will always remember my wife "- BJS CORE ❦
Thanks For Reading ₍ᐢ. .ᐢ₎ ₊˚⊹♡ # FEUD 2025 ────୨ৎ──── 🪶📜🌕ִֶָ☾♡
Feud is also one of the first Xianxia dramas to feel different from the others, it felt like a slice of life xianxia drama, the pacing matched the story, the ost, the dialogues, and the acting was very good.
STORYLINE 𐙚⋆°｡⋆♡
In a captivating fairytale, Li Qing Yue, a powerful immortal blessed by the Four Spirits, and Bai Jiu Si, a revered master of Dacheng, are fatefully drawn to one another. But their bond is tested by a cruel twist of fate, a heartbreaking misunderstanding that leads to conflict, and ultimately, their tragic end.
Yet destiny refuses to let their story end there. Given a second chance, they rise from the ashes of their past to mend what was broken. Standing side by side, the immortal and the master become unlikely champions, uniting their strength to protect the innocent from an impending darkness.
The first part of Feud actually starts off pretty comedic The female lead, Li Qing Yue, is introduced living as a mortal in the Jingyun Sect. She's seen as low-ranking and not really taken seriously, to the point where they make her guard the sect gate with the second male lead. It's during this time outside the sect, while she's out looking for herbs to treat herself, that she runs into the Heavenly Lord and honestly, that’s where the long and emotional journey of Feud really begins.
Because of a mistake, she ends up having to marry the Heavenly Lord. The first half of the drama focuses on their marriage, with the male lead being super cold toward her, constantly trying to make her admit that she’s his past lover, Hua Rue Yue. But it’s clear from early on that something deeper is going on like there's more to the story than what we’re being told. What stood out to me right away was the chemistry between the leads from episode one, the ML always stepped in to protect her whenever she was in danger their bond didn’t feel forced at all; it just clicked.
As the story continued, we were introduced to more side characters who all played their own part in building up the world of the drama. I got completely hooked from the first episode. It didn’t feel like your usual xianxia, it had a different vibe, something new, and I instantly liked both leads. The early episodes were also really good at making everyone, including me, curious about what actually happened in their past. Why did they break up? Did the FL reincarnate? We all had our theories flying around, trying to figure it out, but we had no idea how deep things would really go. The mystery, the pacing, the way the story slowly unfolds it will pull you in without you noticing.
As the drama moves into the second half, everything takes a huge emotional turn and we get hit with not just one, but several major plot twists. One of the most surprising things was how well the female lead, Hua Rue Yue (disguised as Ling Qing Yue), was able to fool everyone in the Heavenly Realm into believing she was just a powerless mortal. Even we, the viewers, were convinced for a while. The second half starts digging much deeper into the pasts of both leads It explores their differences as immortal beings who came to the mortal realm to fulfill a love tribulation. But things didn’t go the way the male lead, BJS, had hoped. Before the flashback kicks in, there’s a huge moment where Ling Qing Yue finally reveals her true identity; she's actually Bai Jiu Si’s real wife, Hua Rue Yue, this caught so many of us off guard. And then another twist followed: she had planned everything that happened in episode one, including staying at the Jingyun Sect. She and the ML ended up fighting in an intense and beautifully shot scene, and that fight took them straight back to the mortal realm.
Now, here’s where it gets even crazier: the mortal realm they both found themselves in after falling down during their fight, was actually an illusion created by HRY herself. Using stories and events from other people's lives, she pieced together a world to show Bai Jiu Si a version of her past, what she had gone through and how she had felt. These illusion scenes were some of the most emotional and reflective moments of the drama even though the world she built was fake, it helped change Bai Jiu Si’s entire view. He started seeing mortals not just as lesser beings, but as people who experience real love, pain, friendship, and sacrifice all things he had never fully understood before. When the story enters its final arc, the emotional weight really starts to hit. Bai Jiu Si falls into a coma, and during that time, he meets the Goddess of Time, she shows him the consequences of his karma and reveals Hua Rue Yue’s past in full. These scenes were honestly heart breaking so deep and painful to watch. They highlighted everything HRY went through as a divine god who carried so much compassion, and how BJS, despite his love for her, made a decision he thought was right, only to realize how deeply it hurt them both.
The villain’s true identity is finally revealed, along with the real cause of all the misunderstandings between BJS and HRY. Since they represent Yin and Yang, their connection was always going to be complicated, but the way it was portrayed made it even more intense and raw toward the end. Something that really stood out for me in " Feud"was how layered and complex the characters were there wasn’t a single character that felt one dimensional, HRY and BJS both had their flaws, but they also had depth, growth, and heartbreak. Another thing I appreciated so much was the loyalty of their disciples. In a lot of xianxia dramas, the disciples usually end up betraying their masters or acting out of jealousy or ambition but here, every disciple remained respectful and deeply devoted. They weren’t hypocrites; they each had their own way of understanding and standing by their master, which gave the story more meaning.
Rather than ending on a cliché happy or tragic note, the finale was more symbolic and meaningful . HRY doesn’t just change her own past she rewrites the past of others too. It’s an alternate ending where her actions don’t erase everything, but reduce the amount of suffering and loss for the people involved which was beautifully written.
In the present timeline, HRY returns to the place where she and BJS first met. When she says, “It’s time to accompany him,” it sounds like she’s ready to die with him, since he’s still missing that moment felt so final and devastating. But then there's another twist of fate, the Goddess of Time steps in and changes their ending, HRY and BJS reunite at the exact place where it all began. This final scene is truly unforgettable cinematic, emotional, and full of closure in the most poetic way possible for me.
CHARACTERS/ ACTING ꫂ❁
Bai Lu as Hua Rue Yue / LingQingYue ᰔᩚ
Bai Lu did such an amazing job bringing HRY to life, from her playful and “mortal” side as Ling Qing Yue to the deeply emotional and broken parts of Hua Rue Yue, she captured every layer so well. I loved how powerful HRY was not witty for show, but genuinely smart and dedicated to helping the mortal realm,her choices weren’t always understood by those around her, and that’s what made her character so interesting. As a Heavenly Goddess, she didn’t act self-righteous or look down on mortals. Instead, she chose to understand both realms, which made her stand out.
HRY is one of the most complex and emotionally layered female leads I’ve seen in a xianxia drama. At first, she appears lighthearted and even a little silly, especially while pretending to be a mortal at Jingyun Sect. But underneath that playful surface is someone deeply burdened by love, betrayal, and compassion. What made her stand out was how she never stopped loving BJS, even when she was angry or heartbroken. Bai Lu nailed this role, especially through her subtle expressions and the way she balanced the emotional, serious, and even the lighter, cute moments of the drama.
Joseph Zeng as Bai Jiu Si ♡ˎˊ˗
Joseph Zeng as BJS was honestly the perfect casting choice. At first, BJS comes across like your typical cold male lead, but as the story unfolds, you realize his silence isn’t emptiness; it comes from years of buried emotions, guilt, and love. He followed the Heavenly way, and his beliefs made him view humans differently. In his eyes, he was doing the right thing. But after meeting HRY again and experiencing the mortal illusion she created, he started to understand that living in the mortal realm isn’t about status or wealth; there's still pain, sacrifice, and hardship no matter who you are.
Joseph truly brought BJS to life, showing every emotion with so much restraint and control, his love for HRY never changed across timelines, and that steady love is what eventually softened her heart, even through all her anger and hurt. Their reunion felt real and ended exactly how it was meant to. Also, I have to say Joseph looked genuinely cute in the scenes where BJS lost his memories. That softer version of him was such a nice contrast to the serious and composed version we saw before,he’s probably the first xianxia male lead I’ve seen who pulled off that innocent, clueless look without it being awkward or cringey.
OST/ CINEMATOGRAPHY ˚.🎀༘⋆
I liked most of the OSTs in the drama because they blended so well with the story. Bai Lu and Joseph’s OST especially stood out; it was used in some of the most emotional and touching scenes, and it really added to the impact. The CGI was pretty good overall, It may not have been the absolute best, but it reminded me of older dramas . I actually really liked the monkey animation in the first episode, it was very cute. The cinematography was also nicely done,they did a good job capturing the emotions of the leads and highlighting some of the key locations in the drama.
FAV SCENES ִֶָ. ..𓂃 ࣪ ִֶָ🦋་༘࿐
BJS and LQY first meeting in the first episodes
Baby BJS with HRY
The Happy love tribulation of BJS and HRY when they first descended
Strong complex HRY Scenes
BJS healing HRY and helping her in the final battle
The dedication of the disciples in the last Ep
Reunion of the leads
Peak Cinema Ending
OVERALL IMPRESSION⋆ ˚｡⋆୨♡୧⋆ ˚｡⋆
In Feud, BJS's love for HRY is complex, unwavering, and ultimately tragic. It’s not the kind of love that fades in the face of rejection or resentment; instead, it persists through centuries of trials, misunderstandings, and emotional distance. He doesn’t stop loving her even when she resents him, and that’s the core of his character: his is more patient with her and choose to love her even when they had their differences
The drama does a good job showing that love without communication can become its own kind of cruelty. BJS loved her deeply, but love alone wasn't enough; it needed action, honesty, and mutual growth. HRY’s heartbreak, their years of separation, and the eventual emotional reckoning both of them had to face.
Feud really left an impact on me. It’s not your typical xianxia with a straightforward love story or constant action. The drama takes its time to explore complex characters, emotional depth, and the consequences of past choices. The romance isn’t fluffy or centered on constant sweet moments; it's painful, layered, and tied to something much bigger than just feelings. That might not appeal to everyone, especially if you’re looking for a lighter story, but for those who stick with it, the message behind their love, sacrifice, and growth is powerful. It’s the kind of drama that left me thinking even after it ended .
I explained this drama just like how i interacted with many people.
MY REDDIT EXPLANATION
https://www.reddit.com/r/CDrama/comments/1lfysec/yu_zhengs_explanation_on_feud_helped_me/
“All of you have taught me a lesson. In this cycle, we’ve made many mistakes and carried too many regrets. But since we’ve been given the chance we can help ourselves in the next cycle- Hua Rue Yue ‧₊˚ ☁️⋅♡🪐༘⋆
" I will always remember my wife "- BJS CORE ❦
Thanks For Reading ₍ᐢ. .ᐢ₎ ₊˚⊹♡ # FEUD 2025 ────୨ৎ──── 🪶📜🌕ִֶָ☾♡
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