Sunbath12

The first half of this drama is a solidly entertaining watch, as you follow enemies-to-lovers pair Feng Suige and Fu Yixiao joining hands to figure out how to make their way in the world and how to fight for their kingdoms. The second half is marred by sensational writing and directing with some over-the-top performances from an otherwise solid cast. I liken watching this drama to gorging oneself on junk food or candy. It's definitely yummy and sweet for a while, but you end up with a headache or stomachache afterwards.

I wonder if it is the trend these days in Chinese drama land. I feel almost embarrassed for these actors to have to work with such scripts. Li Qin and Chen Zheyuan definitely make the most of it here, as their performances really carry this show, enabling the audience to stay invested in them even though the multitude of characters surrounding them are engaged in really out there shenanigans. Hopefully idol period dramas (or just period dramas) in the future invest more care into their scripts.