To be honest you can't compare the drama with the novel, because the plot is totally different from the novel. This drama is more like an inspiration of the novel and a different story.
Why even bring up this trope here of SML falling for her. She is really a married woman. I kind of find it disgusting.
the disgusting thing is they found it attractive. I found it revolting to watch his actions towards the female lead, clearly you could see HOW he is such as evil person with no regards for people's lives!!
IDC if they are goodlooking, it was so heartbreaking to see the deaths of the people of Lin'an and especially the ones who hated the FL before but defended her until their deaths!!!
Even if this is a drama, viewers need to have morals.
The consequences of his actions.
BUT this shows that humans are not flawless creatures.
AND so-called green forests and green flags don't exist.
We are all flawed people with emotions, so it will be interesting to see how he will answer the FL in the future when she finds out about his lies.
IDC if they are goodlooking, it was so heartbreaking to see the deaths of the people of Lin'an and especially the ones who hated the FL before but defended her until their deaths!!!
Even if this is a drama, viewers need to have morals.