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Hi Deni, you have a great opinion, the final scene left everyone kind of stunned and the reaction was so strong that the producer decided to make ep 40.5, without making any connection with the final scene, but just showing that their lives (that before they did not have a daughter), continued and prospered.Symbolism plays a strong narrative role in The Double. The final scene is full of symbols, from XFF's loose hair which reveals that she is not a widow (in Chinese culture widows tie their hair up and that is what XFF said to her father at his parting when he asked her what she would do if Duke Su didn't return from the war) to the red color of her and Duke Su's clothes (It's the color of celebrations and prosperity that bride and groom generally wear), as well as the plum tree that in Chinese culture represents the end of winter and the beginning of spring (XFF appears running in slow motion to the door and she watches the snow falling. Soon after the scene is cut and we see her at the top of the mountain and we suppose the transition from winter to spring), the plum tree symbolizes resilience, hope and perseverance, as its flowers bloom more vibrantly in winter, it is even officially designated the national flower of the Republic of China, symbolizing the resilience of the people, in addition to his iconic white horse, so present in Asian culture, especially closely related to Buddha and his transition from worldly life to Enlightenment, symbolizing the transition from Duke Su's worldly life, who returns from war, to a life of peace with his family. It's a clear reference to XFF's belief when she professes her faith in Buddha and tells Duke Su that everything will end well. The Double has a non-explicit narrative, symbolism has a strong communicative role. The final scene has an epic style, portraying the hero who arrives from battle, so it has an epic happy ending.

Yes, she's great in her role, you are right to highlight this character. As you said in your posts below, “life without comedy would be a sky without stars”, and this character brought that necessary comedic side along with the very funny Jiang Jin Rui (He Feng Tian). The two gave lightness to The Double! Loved the links!

Wonderful, great, perfect!🙌😃

Hi, 1Maverickk!! Your information is wonderful, especially since you can give this feedback on the translation. Yes, I'm like you, I don't wait 5 years!! 😅 I think @TaliaToo can give us this tip on where to find the rest of the book and you and I won't have to wait 5 years to read the rest of the novel!! 😅Thanks a lot for the information!

Hi, guys, in this link you can read, in English, the complete novel Marriage of the Di Daughter, by Qian Shan Cha Ke, on which The Double is based. I don't know if the translation is good, I haven't started reading it yet, but it's always very difficult to get Chinese works translated into English, especially because Mandarin has a very complex structure. There is a member here at MDL, @TaliaToo, who might even suggest something better. The work can be read online.


https://bloomingtranslation.home.blog/2019/08/26/marriage-of-the-di-daughter/

I understand you very well! Many fans feel like you and I felt that way too. The reaction was so strong that the producer decided to make episode 40.5, unavailable on platforms. The Double opted for an epic ending that reinforces the image of the hero, Duke Su, it has a non-explicit narrative and makes use of traditional Chinese symbols (symbolism that is more than 2,000 years) with strong meaning for the Chinese people, who understand well these symbols. The ending of The Double is happy and even very poetic, because of the symbols present in the final scene, despite the long-awaited hug not being in the scene.

You can watch all eps of The Double here, in English (and Mandarin...), including ep 40.5 for free! If the link doesn't work, just access the Kisskh and My Asian TV (there's an app too) website on Google. Depending on the country you live, with the Doramas Love and BiliBili app you get The Double, all 40 eps including ep 40.5, and many other dramas for free. I watched The Double on the BiliBili app, don't know if it works in your country. Hope something works for you! Any doubt call me here!


https://ww.myasiantv.ru/the-double-2024-episode-33-english-sub/

https://kisskh.co/Drama/The-Double/Episode-40.5?id=9053&ep=156366&page=0&pageSize=100

Here 29 to 40,5
https://vv.dramacool.sr/drama-detail/the-double-2024

Here all eps
https://dramacool.com.tr/episodes/the-double-episode-1/

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Yes, I agree with you, he was really great. I think everyone deserves a second chance. He's a talented guy and managed to recreate his career. I hope to see him on screen again. From what I read, he already has invitations to act as an actor in other countries.

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Did you watch ep 40.5?

Yess!! I read something about it, but I wasn't sure! Now you are confirming that it really happened! He's very successful, has received awards, released several albums and said he'll return to his acting career in 2025.

https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/low-point-to-new-heights-chinese-idol-zhang-zhehan-thrives-after-career-derailing-controversy

Yes, I saw many articles about it, but I was hoping it would be released...I read that he continued his singing career in other countries, like Thailand. The production of this series looks very beautiful. I imagine the frustration of the other actors. The possibility of deleting his scenes in Word of Honor was technically viable. Apparently this is more complicated with Zhao Ge. Thanks for updating!

Do you know if the series Zhao Ge will be released for any platform? WJY is the main actress, from the trailer it looks like a wonderful production. It's from the same producer as The Double, Yu Zheng. I read that there was an ethical problem with the main actor, Zhang Zhe Han and it couldn't be aired.

https://br.mydramalist.com/22348-zhao-ge

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ok2FaqVmY6M

😂😂😂Eres maravillosa en cualquier idioma!! ¡¡Este diálogo de DS es inolvidable!! ¡Cuando me río de ti es por tu forma inteligente de argumentar con propiedad, profundidad y buen humor! En este momento estaba pensando que si tuvieras un canal sería un éxito, me gustaría mucho, ¡le robarías el show a AvenueX! ¡Y gracias por este diálogo en idioma latino. hermano de mi lengua materna, el portugués!

I hope you enjoy it!!

Dear friend Umbeliebubble, I read this comment exactly at the moment you posted it, I was very touched. Li e reli e reli... As I was busy, I didn't want to respond in any way, such a kind gift. Today I had time to catch up. Your porcelain delicacy makes "Believable" a world more capable of stopping Time for the enjoyment of Poetry in everyday life, as you did and do. Our wine poet, Libai, my favorite, wherever he is, toasts with us this rite of Beauty! Thank you very much!
PS: I made a print of this immaterial token...Because it's immaterial, it cannot be corrupted, it is eternal.

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Lol lol lol lol lol What do you think about a cup of tea? With asthma from laughing so much!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Hi Talia Too! I wrote a text about the zoom technique and placed it in the Discussions section. I really liked what you wrote here and if you can/want to put it there it would be great, because it brings up points that I didn't address.