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The emperor only knew because XJ told him (at least in the novel). Lol maybe it got lost in translation or the emperor just didn’t look surprised enough haha

Funny how he was able to figure it out himself - that it was a moon, in the novel, one of his guards son had told him what that was 🤣

Probably

Lmao there ya go we got our long awaited kiss scenes! This was more than what was supposed to happen in the original so I am sure we are all ecstatic!

However! I am quite disappointed with the direction they are taking CZ and HRF’s characters. CZ being obsessive over HY (to the point of madness - from the next eps previews) and HRF having a tantrum and being reckless every 5 seconds. They had a lot more potential (especially CZ who was much more layered than this, and he would never go crazy over HY even if he is in love with her). I understand there is a need for change things in the adaptation due to time constraints but this was a little unnecessary. Anyone feel the same? Even without the novel in mind, it is a little cliche.

YES IN A MODERN DRAMA NEXT

I can’t believe they reduced his character to this, so unnecessary lol (preferred the novel version). He had so much potential!

Just like in the novel haha

I am just guessing! Don’t want to start anything here because I could be wrong. No idea if it’s to highlight his character more or the actor or both. But I can only say that his scenes had more of a purpose in the novel and did not take away from our leads

Not sure which direction they will take his character given what has happened. It almost seems like they wanna give him a redemption arc because his character was more grey in the novel, where he focused more on his best interests and safety (romance was never a priority or considered a possibility even though he did have feelings for HY).

If they follow the book, then they will not be on the same side. They were destined to walk different paths

Given how much of a role he has gotten I wonder why he wasn’t asked to promote the drama with the main cast at the events

Altho I will say his character was well written in the novel, but didn’t take up the limelight of the main leads. Every scene he showed up in made sense and had purpose. Perhaps they are promoting the actor??

Their chemistry was beyond my expectation - so happy. And they have been so generous with the promotional photos and content, I can’t help but ship them (down that shipping rabbit hole which I know is a futile move but I just love them so much!)

The original story doesn’t have a lot of kiss scenes. The love was normally shown in little gestures. The underwater kiss was their “first kiss” so pretty accurate so far but I believe the drama has 3 real ones prepped (more than what the novel had) so let’s wait and see!

From the original drama trailers we should have at least 3 coming soon

In the novel, the underwater kiss was actually the “first kiss” so pretty in line with the original story

I dunno if it’s the script or writing but it doesn’t help that his expressions look lkke a lost puppy majority of the time. He was actually the opposite - always friendly and smiling hiding his emotions

Thanks fir sharing !Probably to also protect them as well so they don’t get involved and get into trouble with HRF

He was written a lot bette in the novel. He did try to create problems and approached HY but was more focused on his own goals and was a much more layered character there. Wish they made the most of him here, but he seems to be just a romantic plot device

It’s interesting how the actor wasn’t involved in the promotional activities with the main cast given how much screentime he has. Even Ying Xiang was in some of the events. Maybe he was busy.

But yeah, I wish they made the most out of his character - as he was written to be a lot more layered and interesting in the novel

Yep^ exactly HY wanted to find a way to reveal her identity to the Emperor with minimal backlash. But in the novel, XJ intercepted that letter as he already made plans that would guarantee her safety and also seal the deal with getting a marriage decree

That would make sense, hence they threw in that painting CZ made (which didn’t exist in the novel)

I mean at least for the drama I would assume it’s because she doesn’t want anyone to know about her whereabouts yet. She had to plan her revenge/seek justice which will take time.