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Perfectly fine. :) I'm the King of Rambling so I can totally understand. 👍

Thank you so much for your "mini review". Very well put. 👍
To be honest, I've forgotten this show. I had to reread my review so that I can tie it back together with your comments. Cheers!

Many a wise man have repeat this sentiment throughout the ages. Unfortunately, brutes are seldom wise man.

History is doomed to repeat. 😭

It is well worth checking out if you stumble onto an edit on YouTube. It is watchable in a glossy coffee table book kind of way. ;)

Thanks for reading. :)
Maybe it is the no kiss clause after motherhood. ;)

This show reminded me of a j-drama Calm Seas. It is about an arranged marriage between a naive girl and a naval officer. It was nice and sweet. The only problem is that it all happened one year before Japan invaded China. You know what is in store for all involved. Just don't mention the war. 🫣

Yes, the general plot is very good. No complaints there. :)

Thanks for your comment, senpai! It is a good show. It just feels a little dissociative. 🤷‍♂️

Wow! Thanks @virgievirgie for the gift! Much appreciated! 👍

"Maybe I am just getting older, growing tired of fairytales, lazy writing, and the same recycled pretty faces in C-Dramaland. ✨" I could have written that myself, chingu. ;)
However, the world is nasty enough as it is, I don't need to add fuel to my nightmares. ;)

This passed me by as well. Not exactly my cup of chai. I'm glad that you enjoyed it and your review is beautifully written. Kudos.

He he, they are also in a league of their own.

I think that's the big difference between western production and Asian ones. A lot of western one are geared towards multi seasons run. It is part of their DNA.
Most K/J dramas are written with a clear start and end. The best plot ideas are in the first season. Sure, you might be able to stretch the odd one out to multiple seasons, but you will find they run out of steam fairly quickly.
C-dramas, on the other hand, are in a league of their own. ;) 80 eps was a thing before the system clamped down on it. ;)

He he, it is not 100% no angst. It is more the well mannered type that don't overstay and wipe their shoes before walking on your carpet. ;)

Exactly! I feel the same. So many dramas are angst for angst sake. It is refreshing when people are just nice. ;)

Yes, it is a bit of a shame. Very easy to watch, but forgettable. :)

He he, it is actually quite watchable.

Thank you for your kind words.🙏
I totally understand your dilemma. Been there and done that. I have started several shows and groaned because the A-plot is just tropey slop. 🫣
Well, let me paraphrase the popular catchphrase. "I watched this for you, chingu. So that you don't have to!" 🤣😂

Yes, it is a tough watch. The reward is there if you stick with it. It is the sticking with it bit that might be a problem. ;)