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I began watching this drama for the CP. Their chemistry is just a treat to watch.A notable part of this story is how Jiaxin, our meek FL has a solid support system. Her mom loved her dearly and wouldn't hesitate to stood up for her. I admire their mother-daughter bond. After marrying into the Wang family, she was also treated well and they genuinely care about her.
I admire Jiaxin's character development, even at first she was portrayed as a pushover, her driving force was her kindness and compassion. People took advantage of that but it doesn't mean she's simply stupid. I like how Xiyi encouraged her to become more confident. I don't think Xiyi is the best male lead. He couldn't stand his ground between these two women for so long and ended up hurting them both. But as he spent more time with Jiaxin and realized his true feelings, he could firmly told Anna that he loves Jiaxin and everything is over between them. Even when Anna tried to win him back with her cunning schemes, he never question his feelings for Jiaxin.
Shi Anna was so frustrating. She was always an ambitious woman who puts her career as a professional ballerina as her priority but they reduced her into an anxious, pathetic girl who begs her cheating boyfriend to take her back... Like... girlll you can find a much better man!! She didn't have any self-respect and deliberately chose to do shameful things to sabotage Xiyi and Jiaxin's relationship. Dylan wasn't a good second lead either. I don't like his meddling behavior and how he thinks he knows what's best for Jiaxin. These two siblings are annoying.
Their reunion arc was packed nicely imo. Although Xiyi wanted her to come back to him, after hearing her perspective, he didn't push her and let her make her own decision. What Xiyi did during the past three years without Jiaxin really sold it for me. Writing in Ximi's journal, being more attentive to his employees, helping Jiaxin's mom, sleeping in Ximi's room, and developed an entire island–Jiaxin's hometown–as a tribute for Ximi so Jiaxin can feel his presence when she's back home... However, the push and pull in the last few episodes was unnecessary but not entirely unrealistic. Jiaxin's indecisiveness is justified because her feelings and their situation is complex. She tried to let go of the past because she wanted better things for herself but her feelings for Xiyi was still there and it's holding her back. But the ending was very rushed and unsatisfactory. I expected a nice epilogue for their new relationship but we got nothing.
Overall, it was a pretty good experience, I hope the CP can reunite again :D
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Low Budget, High Quality
finished this one in one sitting. it was THAT GOOD. i didn't have much expectations before starting it but now i'm glad i came across this gem! historical drama with modern vibes (gender equality, unique humor, etc), AMAZING chemistry, a lot of funny and swoonworthy scenes. it was enjoyable from start to finish, it's a great choice to pick if you're looking to laugh and swoon !!some of notable things that came to mind:
- the antagonist is basically a psychopath, which is interesting to see in a history drama where usually the "villain" is motivated by politics or greed for power, in this one she's simply insane lol
- both the ML and FL are amazing as their respective characters, they represent a great king who uphold their values.
- women empowerment done right! the FL character was so badass but at the same time she can be cute and clingy when being around the ML. it shows that she's still a girl at heart who folds when it comes to the man that she loves, but will be THE Man when she's doing her role as a King/Lord.
- the ML is so down bad for the FL it was so adorable to watch
- there's a love triangle which i usually don't like but it was done right too!! and pretty lighthearted
- there's no unnecessary misunderstandings as well
give it a try and hopefully you'll enjoy it as much as i did!
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