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This has moved from a sad story of PTSD and trauma to a co-dependency tragedy. The psychologist isn't helping much with the counselling and is depending on the pills. They both need to get a different counsellor who is suitable for them and firm with their advice. I guess that would be infringing on human rights and free will.
Sadder than all of this, is the apparent bravery of those who are still in Eastern Country who have no emotional support at all. Yet war is increasing globally due to evil, corrupt and greedy politicians/corporates and the reality of violence grows closer (crime, looting/riots, theft) - I'm speechless as to a solution and almost stopped watching due to the vivid reminders triggering my own flashbacks! Those who criticize this series haven't gone through any really traumatic situations as it sure is heartbreaking.

I think Luo Zhan is quite handsome if only he'd relax while - but that terrible hairstyle or wig!!!

I see the pills they're both taking which I guess is modern medicine. Does China not believe in TCM (traditional Chinese medicine) for trauma and/or depression? I know Rhodolia and Ashwagandha are herbal remedies which could help.

I think one can cycle in and out of depression and PTSD. Ran is feeling better but she should understand that his trauma is greater and also that if she goes back to Eastern Country that he would follow - and harm himself in the process because PTSD is incremental and can get to the point of no return if one doesn't stay away from triggers (even worse is the actual repeat of the situations). I'm hoping both of them would stay away from battle/violent areas even if only in simulations.

Episode17: quick question. I thought she lived with her father/new wife or her mother, then I'm sure she said she lived alone in her grandparents' old house - but in this episode is it her sister is visiting?

I think that they're showing the point of view from the ML and FL's perspective. That is, as a protective mechanism, the mind after such trauma, tries to block out as many of those terrible memories as possible. It's only when, at an unexpected moment or a trigger that the flashbacks happen and that's in bits and pieces because reliving through the whole sequence of events would certainly drive one to suicide. Also the most horrific moments can be distorted or out of sequence if it's sudden trauma, like a bomb blast or being attacked. It's only chronically clearer if it's a medium or long-term trauma, like being helpless to save one's loved one during an illness (e.g. locked out of visiting parents to care or advocate for them in hospital during a pandemic).

They are out of the warzone, but the flashbacks will haunt them forever - price to pay for trauma, one is never the same again.

Why are there so many flashbacks to their romantic moments, and only from one or two episodes back? It's not like we've forgotten - I'd much rather have more war action or more lively interactions. It is only me but we need new experiences not memories at this early stage.

PTSD doesn't have to come from a single incident. Its symptoms can manifest from a series of possibly unrelated events caused by a feeling of helplessness when OTHER people get hurt or injured. I think it's most likely to affect the Empaths who have deep compassion and often put themselves in stressful situations to help others, while repressing their own emotions. It's sad that so many countries don't have mental counselling and medical support for those who "serve" like military, police and paramedics because they supposed to "be brave".

I don't care about the rest of the series right now but am in tears watching Episode 7. For anyone who has lived in poverty or in an environment of abject violence, it's a heartbreaking reminder of the war zones in reality which are much much worse.

I can't leave this one! Tried many of the current and those a few months back series and can't get past a few episodes before I think it's not as good as MM (plot not good, some leads and sides not good, cgi and costumes boring). So spoiled by MM, it will be hard to find something else to watch. Looking forward to more Bailu and ARP series, but somehow I feel it will be "lacking".

Questions help please: who decides who will "inherit" the divine mantle and at what time, looks like one can refuse it or accept it? And who is/was the woman "Heaven" who would decide and manipulate what happens through the ages? Is she like the supreme god? It almost mirrors our existence that we're like pawns on a chessboard, blah!

Thank you! Wow some series over 500 episodes - will keep me entertained for a long time *smile*

Are you Indian? Where can I watch similar new Indian series or movies with English subtitles for free and high quality (I've watched Laila Majnu, Jodhaa Akbar and Krrish)? Thanks in advance.

I so enjoyed where he gets justice to clear Mr Zheng's name by slicing their legs and beheading those two. Sometimes you have to take action instead of "taking it slow" to end the evil before it gets worse. Love you Dylan/XuQian!

I thought I would hear the definite answer but I must have missed it. What exactly is the Dafeng fortune? Is it good luck or a blessing or spiritual power or ability to become a deity? Please can someone give me a detailed description as it seems I may have to watch the series again with a clearer understanding.

The controlling insect just gives me terrible creeps - because I imagine that with the nano-technology available these days, anyone could be infected by this and it's much smaller so it's undetectable lodged in your brain (can't just squeeze it out). And the fact that there is a "master" insect controlling all the sub-insects via 5G or something is scary. Brings a whole new slant to creating zombies, yuk!

Hate me if you must, but I find Han Dong quite handsome. Makes the "villain" role look so lowkey but evil without needing black makeup, punky coloured hair, or sharp teeth or nails. Just shows that your worst insidious enemy can be the most normal looking guy ... he must get some credit too for his excellent acting.

So sad only a few episodes left. I just realized that without Dylan, this series would be a big nothing! He's carried the main role extremely well and is truly the star of the show. Wondering why there aren't any new series for him as ML on MDL listed - what is he working on right now?

Bai Lu is beautiful, acts excellently, but also develops good relationships with all of her co-actors that we sometimes end up shipping her with her most recent screen "love" from whatever series is on. Perhaps it's the respect and admiration she shows and we interpret that as chemistry in the context of the story. I hope she finds true love and doesn't let the public determine her choices (e.g. Dylan, Leo Y, ZLH and now ARP). I must admit though my fav is Leo Y!