QAS

I thought the same thing. He's a degenerate.

I fast forwarded the drunk dialogs. That Snake Steve is just as annoying to watch, as Fang Lei. I dont pay attention to his moments on screen.

They bonded quickly. At least the writer gave Yu Ming something else to do, besides being the hospital doctor.

50-50 odds! They need a reason to reconcile.

The drunken acting was cringing, but the writer needed an excuse to get the ML and FL together. The reunion didn't last long. FL should not blame ML for seducing her, because she literally threw herself at him. She really wanted to go "home".

Is Slimy Snake Steve working for Fang Lei's father? Has Fang waited twelve years to avenge his older daughter's pregnancy and death? The Shen and Fang family had a recent business collaboration, which would make it easier for Fang to gain the upper hand. "The enemy is in front of your nose, Shen!"

He views the son as a threat, but he views him as his good son. Emperor is confused. The wife Empress really has him wrapped around her finer.

When I watch his scenes, my first thought is, "so handsome". When he starts to act belligerent, "you're delulu".

She picked up the selfish trait from her stepmother.

During the day, I watch it on the laptop during breakfast or lunch. At night, I watch it on the smart TV... more relaxing. I'll try the cinema mode.

We are just at the midpoint of the drama, but this is one of the best costume dramas of the year. All the actors are performing well. The set designs are eccentric. I haven't seen so much scroll design in a drama. Is that what they call gothic? There is a lot of busywork ( ... clutter) on the palace sets. The music can become invasive at times. One wonders if the scene would be just as profound or effective without the BGM.

He thinks she is gullible to fall for his tricks. He would end up stabbing her in the back. She should have said, "I already got the memo (... message)."

He is ready for the smackdown with Empress. He should tell her to crawl back into her hole, and stay there.

Frist Prince is showing great restraint when dealing with his father. The resentment over the treatment of his mother is strangling him. The Emperor's ego as ruler and parent is so elevated, he can't have a sincere conversation with his son. Probably the only time, they communicated in a rational manner was in ep 18 when Emperor was playing with Princess's toys.

He is buried so deeply in the conspiracy, that he cannot save her. The Masked Man wants her dead at all costs, and he half nods his agreement. Even if he and Yi Xiao ran off together, they would have to go overseas where no one would find them.

The music supervisor is getting carried away with his incidental music. Most of the time you are appreciating the visuals, the characters and the dialog, when the music volume level interrupts your concentration.

JingShi is a prime candidate for the Delulu of the Month Award. He has been trying to kill Yi Xiao, but he also wants her to run away with him and live happily ever after. He might need to change his medication.

Is it odd that Emperor Feng has not appointed a Crown Prince. At his age, and his mental status, he should have taken care of it before now. If he dies unexpectedly, the throne is up for grabs.

Xia Jingshi and Feng Xiyang really match each other. They are borderline deluded. Xiyang thinks her heroic actions will persuade Jingshi to become her devoted lover. Empress did a stellar job parenting her, so Xiyang lacks sense and sensibility. Do Jingshi and Xiyang really think Emperor Xia will welcome them with open arms?

It looked like Xu Yan was flirting with Jiang Liang at the end of ep 25. Was she trying to make Shen Hao Ming jealous? LOL

I literally binge watched the first sixteen episodes in three days, and didnt skip scenes. I am surprised at the pace of the drama.

Feng Siu Ge should look for that vicious servant, and slap her hard, before sending her off to Jinxui to take care of Princess Xi Yang (... edited). Emperor is spineless, allowing the servant to abuse his first born son.