A Tedious and Illogical storyline ruined by weak performances
For me, the drama started off decently the first five episodes were acceptable. However, from that point on, everything spiraled downward. The pacing became painfully slow, and the cringe moments, instead of adding charm as they sometimes do in other dramas, only made the experience worse.The acting was another major letdown, especially from the male lead. His performance lacked expression and felt stiff to the point of lifelessness. I honestly have no idea how he was cast for this role perhaps solely based on appearance but his lack of skill was glaring. The chemistry between the characters was nonexistent it felt like watching robots recite lines rather than people bringing a story to life.
The storyline itself lacked both meaning and logic. Instead of delivering a clever or engaging plot, the writing descended into absurdity. Even the portrayal of the family dynamics made no sense. I wanted to drop the drama after episode five, but I continued in the hope of improvement only to be left utterly disappointed.
This might be one of Zhou Lusi’s worst works. I genuinely don’t understand how it’s receiving high ratings perhaps it’s simply a matter of personal taste. For me, however, it was a ridiculous, boring mess that wasted my time. Rewatching is out of the question, and frankly, I wouldn’t recommend watching it even once. Every character was mediocre, the story was nonsensical, and the overall execution was a complete failure.
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A Refreshing Tale of Growth, Love & Youth
This drama offers a fresh and realistic take on the journey of youth. The storyline is different from the usual tropes and genuinely feels like a slice of real life. It carries emotional depth and is suitable for family viewing, which adds to its charm. The cast did well in their roles, and the chemistry between characters was noticeable, especially in the bonds of friendship and slow-burn romance. I personally enjoyed watching their growth and the emotions were well-balanced throughout.I felt a little unsatisfied with Cheng Lang’s ending it left me wanting more closure for such a sincere character. Also, Xiao Ju’s resistance toward Lu Shi Yi felt unnecessarily prolonged, although I was glad to see their relationship come full circle by the end
Lu Shi Yi’s character was definitely a highlight. Mischievous yet warm, flawed yet pure hearted his journey stood out. Rui Chang did a fantastic job portraying him.
While I did feel a little bad for Huang Jun too, the story maintained a realistic balance of wins and losses.
Overall, while it may not suit every viewer’s taste due to its subtle pace and emotional realism, for those who appreciate heartfelt and character driven stories, this drama might still be worth watching.
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