This Drama Had Me… But Also Left Me a Bit Confused
Honestly, I really liked this drama. The plot was solid — I’ve always been into reincarnation stories, and this one had me hooked from the start. The plot twists were genuinely unexpected, which made it all the more fun to watch.The acting was great — you could tell the cast gave it their all. I especially enjoyed seeing Xuan Lu. She’s been in so many popular dramas, usually as a lead or strong supporting character, so I actually expected this drama to be longer, especially with her involvement.
Now, about the ending… I’m kind of frustrated. I know it’s a mini drama, so maybe I should’ve seen it coming, but still — it felt like such a waste because I was so into it. They kept saying, “Nothing can be changed,” but then went ahead and changed so many things anyway. The only thing that apparently couldn’t change was the time of death, which just felt inconsistent.
And that last scene?? The ML goes to the hospital and then it just cuts?? I was literally like, “Huh? That’s it?” Maybe it was supposed to be Xiao Wan, but of all the things they could’ve shown about the future, that’s what they chose to end on? It didn’t really make any sense and left me feeling confused instead of satisfied.
But yeah, aside from the ending, I genuinely loved the drama. I just wish they gave it the wrap-up it deserved.
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No Toxic Love, No Overdone Villains—Just a Drama That Feels Right
When I started watching this drama, I didn’t have sky-high expectations—mainly because the cast isn’t exactly a trending hashtag in most countries. But wow, I was so wrong. First off, the acting? Surprisingly good! Like, “wait, why am I suddenly emotionally invested?” good. I loved the mutual support between the leads—it’s not just the FL cheering for the ML, he’s also right there being her biggest fan. And the so-called villains? Shockingly human. No over-the-top evil laughter, just characters learning to accept their fate like mature adults (imagine that!).Even the earlier villains had understandable backstories—no “I’m evil because I like it” nonsense. The romance? Blessedly non-cringe. No dramatic slow-motion stares, no twirling into each other’s arms like an '80s music video. And best of all? No annoying jealousy plots where the second male lead ruins everything. The relationship feels stable, refreshing, and—dare I say—healthy. I especially loved how the FL stood by the ML when he had to leave the country, and that moment of her waiting for him? Heart. Melted.
There’s honestly so much more to love, but I’ll stop before this turns into a novel. Just know: you should definitely watch it.
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Duel on Mount Hua: Nine Yin True Sutra
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You Know That Kind Of Prequel
I only planned to watch this as a warm-up before the original drama… and it really felt like a warm-up. Not bad, just not that gripping either. I dropped the original before because I didn’t get it, but maybe I’ll try again now that I’ve seen this prequel (and the other prequel too, maybe? We'll see how brave I am).Some scenes here honestly felt like filler—like they wandered off from the main plot and forgot to come back. I came for more training scenes and actual growth, but I guess the drama had other plans. At least I finished it (which says something).
The whole vibe reminded me of “Zang Hai” but make it Wuxia. The ending? Yeah, it hurt. Not enough to make me cry, but definitely enough to leave a sting. No regrets though—now I’m just looking forward to the two leads’ next projects.
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Lovely Actress, Forgettable Plot—Still, No Regrets (Kinda)
I only watched this because of Song Xiao Ying Zi—yes, I fully admit it. The plot? Kinda there. Not terrible, just… stretched thin like a drama trying to hit a 100-episode milestone. Every episode feels like it’s 1 hour long, even when it’s not.The villain? Let’s just say I’ve seen stronger threats in children's cartoons. Not smart, not scary, not even mildly stressful. Just there, existing. And the female lead? She’s lovely, but always waiting for someone to jump in and protect her, like a medieval princess in a modern fantasy drama.
But hey, this is just my opinion. If you loved it—good for you! Don’t come for me, I’m just being honest here. 😅
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What A Good Investigation But Should've Been Better
This is exactly my type of drama — thriller, investigation, and zero romance. It’s actually my first Dilraba drama, and I’m not gonna lie, it’s good. The intensity is on point for this genre, and the cast? Not a single disappointment. Everyone delivered their roles perfectly.Some cases really stuck with me, like Lawyer Sun’s. The man who adopted his son was a genuinely good elder, and the boy couldn’t bear to leave his adoptive grandpa. It broke me a little seeing Lawyer Sun let his own son live with the adoptive father instead of him. Then there’s Xiao Xing’s case — equally heartbreaking.
But… I can’t ignore the flaws. Some cases felt like they were cut short. One moment I’m invested in a big, high-stakes investigation, then suddenly it’s solved without us seeing how they got there. Meanwhile, smaller, less important cases get the full intense treatment. It’s like the priorities got flipped.
And don’t even get me started on the ending. I’ve been waiting for Mrs. Zhang and Lin Ran’s reunion the entire time, only for it not to happen. That’s the case I was dying to see resolved — especially after showing Mrs. Zhang patiently waiting for her daughter. Honestly, I felt a little scammed. This drama deserved at least 33 episodes to wrap everything up.
Still, flaws aside, if you’re into thrillers like me, this is highly recommendable. Just be ready to feel both satisfied and mildly robbed at the same time.
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Romance? More Like Mutual Emotional Destruction
Let me be real—this cdrama had me in the first half… and then promptly lost me somewhere.If you've seen even one Bai Lu xianxia drama, congratulations: you’ve basically seen this one. We’ve got the usual suspects—tragic past lives, forbidden love, goddess/demon/immortal confusion, and a male lead who looks like he hasn’t processed a single emotion since the Tang dynasty.
The Plot?
Predictable. I saw half the twists coming like spoilers from a friend who "just wanted to talk." The only plot twist that actually hit? Two female characters turning the drama upside down with some wild, unhinged acting choices. I was living for that clownery. Unfortunately, that high didn’t last. Once the disguise arc ended, so did my interest.
The Main Couple?
Toxic. Romantic. Repeat cycle. They say love is pain, but these two took it way too seriously. One moment they’re dying for each other, the next they’re literally trying to kill each other. Like… are y’all okay? Do you need therapy or just more sword fights?
Personally, I’m allergic to "let’s give love another chance even though you emotionally wrecked me" storylines. So yeah, I dropped it before I developed secondhand heartbreak.
Supporting Characters?
Zhang Suan. My green-flag king. Kind, loyal, and way too good for this drama. He’s the type to throw himself into danger for a girl who didn’t even ask—and honestly? I respect the effort. He better not turn villain, or I’m writing a strongly worded letter to the scriptwriters (and by letter, I mean rant tweet).
Villains?
Messy. One of them started out chill and then casually committed mass murder because… feelings? Meanwhile, the main villain is probably the leads themselves. No comment. I didn’t stay long enough to meet the final boss, and I’m not sorry.
Chemistry?
About as natural as two coworkers forced to share a scene. No hate to the actors—they’re talented and seasoned—but the spark just didn’t spark. It fizzled.
CGI?
Looks expensive. Feels like someone said, “What if we use every visual effect… all at once?” It’s gorgeous but so overdone, it started giving me digital vertigo. Still, props to the animators for making it look like a fantasy music video 90% of the time.
Final Thoughts:
Did I finish it? No.
Do I recommend it? Weirdly, yes.
If you love over-the-top romance, magical revenge, beautifully glowing people in tragic situations, and characters who are constantly reborn but never emotionally mature—this is your show. Just don’t take it too seriously, and you’ll have a good time. Probably.
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Anticipated It, Endured It, Dropped It—No Hard Feelings Though
I’m officially dropping this drama—and not even with tears, just a sigh and a “what could’ve been.” First of all, this was literally based on a BL novel, but then poof—female lead magically appears for the sake of censorship. I get it, but still... why does it feel like she was copy-pasted in with no chemistry and even less plot?Also, can we talk about the background music? It's not just loud, it’s concert-level loud. I needed subtitles just to figure out who was talking because I swear the violins were arguing louder than the characters.
I didn’t even watch the trailer—just read the synopsis and thought, “Yes! This might be it!” And it was it… for like the first 3 episodes. I was blushing, excited, totally hooked. Then the vibes left, the plot wandered off, and now I’m here writing this like a jilted fan.
No hate if you liked it though! This is just my opinion. Please don’t throw digital tomatoes. 😅
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I Liked the Cast, I Hated the Vibes—A Modern Drama Struggle Story
So I’m not a fan of deep, soul-shattering romance where everyone cries into the sunset while quoting poetry. Give me something light, fun, maybe a little flirty—but this drama? This drama said: “Let’s turn every character into a closed-off mannequin with a tragic backstory.” And I said: “Oh… okay then.”Don’t get me wrong—the actors are top tier. I’ve seen their other works, and they ate. But here? The characters felt like they were stuck in a super serious simulation where smiling is illegal and feelings are optional. I know that’s part of the story, and no hate to the trauma arc, but I personally prefer characters who act like humans, not emotionally constipated androids.
Maybe I just picked the wrong genre for my mood. Sometimes I want a modern drama with jokes, weird misunderstandings, and people falling in love after tripping on noodles. This was not that. This was intense staring contests and subtle trauma bonding.
Anyway, if you like clean plots, serious vibes, and watching characters heal in total silence, this might be your thing. As for me? I’ll be rewatching something chaotic and goofy with side romances and way too many sound effects.
No hate—just taste ✨
And hey, respect to the fans who vibed with it! You're stronger than me 😄
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The Boredom Takes Over
So… I’m officially dropping this drama. Don’t curse me yet—hear me out first. I’m dropping this not because I haven’t moved on from LOTFG (Cheng Lei’s other drama), but simply because I don’t get the hype. Watching this feels like forcing myself to do something I don’t actually want to do.When the first episode came out, I immediately hit play—and just a few minutes in, I already knew this wasn’t for me. Still, I kept watching, hoping it would get better, but instead, it just got more boring. It’s a unique drama, sure, but I honestly don’t know why I couldn’t enjoy it. Maybe it’s intuition. I did manage to push myself to episode 10, but let’s be real—on the first day, I only finished 2 episodes, even though I had time to watch more. That alone was already a sign I wasn’t into it.
Now about the female general—don’t hate me for this—but she’s been trained since childhood, yet if Jin’an wasn’t around, she would’ve been dead already. And yes, I get it, people will say “bro, she’s a human being, flaws are normal”—and that’s true. But here’s the thing: the way they placed those flaws was the problem. If you make the FL helpless from episodes 1–6, it leaves a bad impression. Flaws aren’t bad, but they need to be balanced and placed properly in the story.
And that 30 lashes scene? I was honestly confused why she didn’t just say the word earlier to escape it. It made her look worse for no reason.
Overall, the real killer here was boredom. Same reason I dropped Moonlit Reunion—the only difference is that there, I didn’t have issues with the characters. Here? I just don’t vibe with Li Shuang (no offense to Song Yi, don’t get me wrong).
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Completed, But I Need More.
Another school-setting drama for youth drama fans. I rated it this way because most of it felt pretty neutral to me. I was excited at first—the early episodes had me hooked—but once the couple became official, my excitement slowly packed its bags and left. 😅 I don’t know why, but in many romance dramas, the second the couple gets together, the fun fades. I guess I enjoy more of their chaotic chemistry than all the soft, lovey-dovey moments.Also… I kind of expected Yue Tang Tang to join the main group in exchange for Gu En Tong. No offense, but Yue Tang Tang had something more going on for me. She reminded me a bit of Gu En Tong, but with more spark—and honestly, I felt bad seeing her always alone. Like, does she have a single friend on campus? She deserved better!
One thing that kept bugging me: are they supposed to be in college or high school? Because some of the girls (excluding my girl Zi Shan, of course—icon behavior) act way too childish for college students. It broke my immersion a little, and yeah, I hit the fast-forward button a few times.
And of course, the classic drama move—misunderstandings caused by not talking. Please, I'm begging. So many issues could’ve been avoided if someone just said, “Hey, can we talk?” But nooo, let’s all suffer quietly and pretend that’s romantic.
That said, it’s still a pretty recommendable drama if you're into lighter school romances. It didn’t fully hit for me, but who knows? You might vibe with it more than I did!
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My Thriller-Loving Soul Cried Through Episodes 1–9
Look, I’m dropping this one—not because I’m a hater, but because I’m just not built for full-on romance. Give me mystery, give me thriller, give me a little love on the side, and I’m in. But episodes 1 to 9? Just people talking about marriage like it’s a group project due next week. I couldn’t hang in there.I also have very high expectations for female leads, and unfortunately, this one didn’t hit for me. No offense, but her 3rd sister stole the show. Like… whipping people left and right with boss energy while the FL was still struggling to stand up straight in a light breeze? Yeah, no contest.
As for SWL, maybe it’s just this role, but the acting didn’t pull me in the way I hoped. I might give it another shot if I hear it picks up later—but for now, I’m out. No hard feelings, and no fan wars, okay? 😅
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From ‘Not My Thing’ to Peak Obsession
I honestly didn’t expect this kind of BL to get me. To be fair, I used to stick to censored BL and wasn’t interested in “straight-up” BL stories. Back then, I avoided this one… until TikTok edits kept attacking my FYP like a personal mission. So, I caved. And wow.This is my second BL drama watched (the first was Meet You at the Blossom), and right from episode one, I was surprised — not only because of the plot, but because Tian Xuning and Zhan Xuan popped up, and I’d already seen them in other dramas. The first episode? Peak. I blinked and suddenly it was the middle of the night because I couldn’t stop watching.
Every character here gives something. The plot is tight, and that’s honestly what kept me invested until the end. I’m not really into watching behind-the-scenes stuff — it just feels awkward to me even though I know the actors are close — but the onscreen chemistry? Chef’s kiss. Every couple has a unique storyline, no filler fluff.
I do feel bad about the hate this drama got during its release. There were even rumors about the writer disliking Zi Yu (which I did not see coming), but regardless, I’m rooting for either a reunion project or a Season 2. Highly recommended — this drama really went from “not my thing” to “you’ll have to pry it from my cold, dead hands.”
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Perfect Combination Of Short Tempered And Anger Issue
Ya’ll probably gonna hate me for this, but I’m short-tempered — and that’s exactly why I dropped this one. The acting was good, not gonna lie, but the character they gave the FL? Nah. By episode four I already hated the character (not the actor). That trope they used made me roll my eyes so hard my brain short-circuited.I was literally yelling at the screen for the FL to kill the demon. She had so many chances and did nothing but talk. I get the hostage situation, but come on — when she finally gets the sword, I would’ve just slashed the head off. Maybe the demon has a tragic backstory or a power-control issue like ZY in Fangs of Fortune, and maybe it gets better mid-series… but I’m not sticking around to find out.
Short patience and anger issues: my sworn enemies. That’s all. No hate to the fans — just not my vibe.
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