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AMAZING WATCH FROM START TO END!!!
A fresh and powerful historical c-drama after a long time!
Every character has their unique storyline and background. The characters and the storyline are written very tightly and extraordinarily. I loved the FL. More than the Marquis of Wu'an, Fan Changyu stole the spotlight in this drama. Her character was very different from the usual female leads we have in historical dramas.
Her journey of looking after her little sister, them being orphans, living in a small town where she saved Marquis of Wu'an and later making him her contractual husband (his identity unknown to her) and then slowly entering the war, putting her martial arts to full use. Going from Marchioness to the first female general of the army. It was truly inspiring and commendable. loved watching her on the screen. There was perfect mix of valor, comedy, kindness, loyalty and romance.
ML was no less powerful. Ofc he is handsome. But how he always stayed alongside FL, being her silent strength and letting her shine. They both grew together and made a striking, undefeatable duo. His entry scene, when back to the capital (after returning from Ji'an town) was just WOW. His presence and aura commands victory and dominance, loved the fight scenes and him pursuing FL.
Their journey of love was not simple. It was a walk through a bumpy road. There were lies, misunderstandings, differences in status, and expectations. They stayed strong, confident, always caring for each other. Second FL and ML also had a crazy plot. Though I disliked second ML, their relationship did make me cry and complain.
And how can I forget our Military Advisor and Crown Princess' couple! They were honestly my favorite couple, they added the lightness and sweetness to the drama. Never felt a single episode boring, the story was always moving.
The drama showed strong female characters, and I loved all of them. It was something different from the usual narrative we usually follow where FLs are vulnerable, weak, pretty and just for the romance arc. Also, the kids excelled in their roles. It would have been incomplete without them. They added the heartwarming moments, the family love and the truth in the drama. Changning and Bao'er nailed it! (Our future emperor and empress <3)
The drama is mostly a war and political drama. What schemes unfold in the court, the fight for power, the previous foul plays, unjustified deaths and betrayals, manipulation by ministers, puppet emperor and every other aspect that just deepens the essence of the drama.
Overall, it was great watching this drama. Now even 40 episodes feel short, totally worth the time. The acting, OSTs, setting, storyline, dialogues and screenplay, everything on point; a really well-curated and put together drama. A thought-provoking and truly heart touching show, definitely a must watch! watch it for the snow and the kids and the tears.
Every character has their unique storyline and background. The characters and the storyline are written very tightly and extraordinarily. I loved the FL. More than the Marquis of Wu'an, Fan Changyu stole the spotlight in this drama. Her character was very different from the usual female leads we have in historical dramas.
Her journey of looking after her little sister, them being orphans, living in a small town where she saved Marquis of Wu'an and later making him her contractual husband (his identity unknown to her) and then slowly entering the war, putting her martial arts to full use. Going from Marchioness to the first female general of the army. It was truly inspiring and commendable. loved watching her on the screen. There was perfect mix of valor, comedy, kindness, loyalty and romance.
ML was no less powerful. Ofc he is handsome. But how he always stayed alongside FL, being her silent strength and letting her shine. They both grew together and made a striking, undefeatable duo. His entry scene, when back to the capital (after returning from Ji'an town) was just WOW. His presence and aura commands victory and dominance, loved the fight scenes and him pursuing FL.
Their journey of love was not simple. It was a walk through a bumpy road. There were lies, misunderstandings, differences in status, and expectations. They stayed strong, confident, always caring for each other. Second FL and ML also had a crazy plot. Though I disliked second ML, their relationship did make me cry and complain.
And how can I forget our Military Advisor and Crown Princess' couple! They were honestly my favorite couple, they added the lightness and sweetness to the drama. Never felt a single episode boring, the story was always moving.
The drama showed strong female characters, and I loved all of them. It was something different from the usual narrative we usually follow where FLs are vulnerable, weak, pretty and just for the romance arc. Also, the kids excelled in their roles. It would have been incomplete without them. They added the heartwarming moments, the family love and the truth in the drama. Changning and Bao'er nailed it! (Our future emperor and empress <3)
The drama is mostly a war and political drama. What schemes unfold in the court, the fight for power, the previous foul plays, unjustified deaths and betrayals, manipulation by ministers, puppet emperor and every other aspect that just deepens the essence of the drama.
Overall, it was great watching this drama. Now even 40 episodes feel short, totally worth the time. The acting, OSTs, setting, storyline, dialogues and screenplay, everything on point; a really well-curated and put together drama. A thought-provoking and truly heart touching show, definitely a must watch! watch it for the snow and the kids and the tears.
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