VelvetLady852

27 episodes in, and this drama just keeps getting better! So far, there are no filler episodes. At this point, I've laughed and cried with the characters for a number of times already. I'm looking forward to a strong finish for this one.

I enjoyed this drama too! One of the best spy dramas that I've watched 👍. You captured the main points well in your review. I too did a lot of rewinding and pausing in the first 3 episodes to make sure I get the names and details right (and even in some of the succeeding episodes). For me, however, aside from the brilliant plot, suspense and the interesting characters, I also like the chemistry between Cheng Yi and Ying Er. Their characters' romance is secondary in the story but I like that they put it in 🙂. And you're right, they did cut out many of their scenes, because there were some scenes in the ending credits that were not shown.

It's most likely the episode cuts that led to some of these choppy endings.

I've watched until episode 17 of this drama, and it's really good, I'm enjoying it! Now I understand why it has a high rating and is well-received by audiences. I'm looking forward to the next episodes!

I just finished this tonight. Yup! Agree. He betrayed his country (China) after falling for a Japanese woman, and became their spy / secret agent.

I see. That's a lot of episodes to cut out! I wished they had included the missing episodes.

I just finished this one, and it's a really good Republican era espionage drama! I like the plot, the mystery and the excitement. All the main and supporting cast portrayed their characters really well.  And I love the chemistry between Cheng Yi and Ying Er. There were some scenes in the ending trailer/closing credits that I was waiting for, but I didn't see them in the drama, so it's obvious they cut some scenes, hence, the ending feels a little rushed. But they still wrap up the story and did not leave the main plot hanging. So I would gladly recommend this, especially if you like spy dramas!

Just saw this trailer in YouTube, and it looks interesting:

https://youtu.be/94FKg2nqbOY?si=Hd8NoKPAbTRsmNN7

Thanks for reading my review!

I'm eagerly waiting for this. I still hope they will air it this year! Or at least in Q1 2025.

Just finished episode 19 so I'm halfway into this drama. The mystery and excitement continue to build up.

Oh I remember now, she did wear formal ladies' clothes in some cases when she had to attend palace events with her husband.

Thanks for reading my review! I'm trying to recall, but I don't think she ever really dressed in a very feminine manner, but more of the "rugged" women's style, if we use modern clothing as comparison. There is one funny scene, though, where she did dress up and had thicker make-up 😂.

Thanks for sharing! Rewatching/rewinding some scenes did help.

Just finished episode 5. I have done a lot of pausing and rewinding just to get the names and roles/positions of the many different characters, as well as to better understand the plot details and progress. But so far it's intriguing, 'coz I like the combination of historical setting (Republican era in this case) and espionage theme. Plus the characters are interesting.

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Thanks for reading my review! 😊

I finished Love Game yesterday, and it's an enjoyable ride! I like the story's execution and the creative and interesting way they wrap up things in the end. Sure, additional scenes between the main couple would've been great, but I'm happy with how they ended it. The cast did a wonderful job - Esther Yu, Ding Yu Xi, Bambi Zhu, Yang Shi Ze, the adorable Lu Yu Hao (Cui Cui), and most of the supporting casts. There is great chemistry between the main characters, Ling Miao Miao and Mu Zi Qi. I have some questions on the plot, but I found answers to most in reading reviews/comments and comparing notes with other watchers. Overall, a good drama that I would recommend!

Great review! Thanks also for sharing fun details and ending explanation from Douyin!

This is a good review! I have many similar sentiments. I like the main leads' chemistry more as siblings than lovers, and I feel that the transition to romantic interest on Luo Yi Ning's part lacks good development. As for SML, just like you, I feel bad for what happened to him in the end. Yes he is a gray character, not really noble, did some bad and corrupt things, but I think his love for LYN is true, although it's bordering on obsession (I wish he had just moved on). I think Ci Sha did a good job here. Of course, I like Zhang Wan Yi as Luo Shen Yuan, and his voice is really unique 😊. And I agree, Ren Min does look good in this drama.