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Prepare yourself mentally before pushing play!

So there’s an anti-hero who’s taken justice into their own hands. But their way of doing it is crazy. They hold a vote via text messages! I mean think about that - what would your reaction be if you received these kinds of texts?!

So anyways - when the justice system doesn’t properly handle the seriously messed up people in society, this masked “vigilante” lets the people decide their fate instead - let them live or watch them die. Ironically they never seem to quite grasp that in their quest for “justice” they themselves are becoming villains….

As the interest & participation in this Killing Vote grows, the cops become more desperate to catch the culprit(s). Leading the charge are two complete opposites who’ve never gotten along. This duo starts as enemies with very different opinions on the ethics surrounding the investigation. Overtime, though, as they race to stop the killings, they come to form a bond of partnership that gives hints of brewing romantic feelings. (Are we getting a Season 2??)

Amidst all this there’s a known villain character who is completely psychotic. Honestly, the actor deserves an award for undertaking & owning this role. He was hecka creepy & I absolutely hated him which means the actor did his job phenomenally so kudos to him, seriously!

This is a dark & gritty drama that showcases the twisted side of society & how the mob mentality can have such an impact on people. It’s scary how quickly they voted to end a life, as if they weren’t willingly becoming accomplices in a murder. It should never be so easy to sentence someone to death (even if they 100% deserve it)…

The heroes are operating in the grey. The villains are depraved & fully black. The citizens are pulled into the “game” without knowing all the facts.

When given the option to either save or condemn, what would you choose?

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Crazy Love is a very fitting title…

The ML is a total math genius (which is definitely NOT something I can relate to 😂) who’s narcissistic & self-absorbed. He is extremely particular so when anything or anyone doesn’t meet his exact standards, he lashes out. He’s an unpleasant person whom his employees both fear & hate. Though renown & revered in the world of academics, those who know him personally are jealous of his success & eager to see him fail.

The FL, on the other hand, is his total opposite. Lacking in prestige & experience, she allows others to use her, though not always realizing they’re doing so. She’s optimistic & friendly, believing as long as she puts in the hard work, her efforts will be recognized. But when she receives a terminal diagnosis, she takes all her repressed emotions over her career & lays the blame solely at the ML’s feet… & begins to plot revenge. ‘Cause if she’s going down, she’s taking him with her!

And thus much insanity ensues. With them both lying for personal reasons (ML claiming amnesia, FL declaring she’s his fiancée) they’re surprised to find themselves falling into a crazy love.

Personally, I didn’t really enjoy the first half of this show. It was too OTT w/ all the adults acting immature & petty in their quests for revenge. Add the ML’s annoying, delulu ex to the mix & my enjoyment lessened. BUT I’m glad I didn’t add it to my DNF list because the Leads make up for a whole lot of bad once they get together.

Seriously, they’re such a solid couple. Lots of stuff gets thrown at them but neither of them ever waiver. They’re committed to one another & they take their relationship very seriously (as people should!) They had me grinning so much at their total cuteness together - their obvious & constant enjoyment of simply being together gives such couple goals vibes.

There are, of course, those who loved this drama from ep.1 & also those who DNF’d it. But if you’re like me then if you can just make it through their ridiculous antics & make it to their togetherness, I think you’ll find much to enjoy.

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-S P O I L E R S B E L O W-


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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- F(r)K : 8💋
- 2G : 12 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BU : Nope 💝

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Hit or Miss, You Decide

I think I’m in the minority when I say this but I really didn’t care much for this drama (don’t hate me!) And this review is in NO WAY meant to throw shade on any of the cast or others involved in the making - I’m not denying their talents. After reading a review by a viewer who’s fluent in Chinese & familiar with the culture, I think it chalks up to an unfortunate case of there being so much lost in translation for those of us who rely on the subtitles to provide the correct context for the scenes. (And I know translating is hard work so I’m by no means shaming those involved with that!) That reviewer mentioned how the ML was actually really humorous (which definitely didn’t translate through for me) & there being this whole thing around when he would & wouldn’t wear his glasses (which wasn’t at all explained). Anyways - I’m just trying to say that me not enjoying this drama doesn’t mean it’s bad, I think it’s simply that I wasn’t given enough context of the little things to help me understand the story better.

That being said, I will still give some of my thoughts for anyone who’s interested in reading them. 😉

I was excited for this drama as I like both of the Lead actors ( Bai Lu & Dylan Wang). I really tried to stick it out, but I finally gave up at ep.18. Then I completely skipped eps.19-30 & jumped back in at the last few. I really hate doing that but I was just so annoyed with the storyline. I think it had so much unmet potential by adding all the unnecessary drama of the additional love interests, the multiple POV’s, & the workplace drama for both Leads. It all added up to more drama than I like to watch. I also really didn’t like that the FL started pursuing the ML out of a selfish desire for revenge on her ex. That doesn’t say very nice things about her, that she would use him like that. Yes, I know she was acting out of high emotions after catching her boyfriend cheating on her. Yes, I understand that this happens in the real world too. BUT I would’ve preferred she stopped being ruled by her emotions & selfishness much sooner rather than prolonging her game with the ML’s emotions. And I get that he was aware she had a hidden motive behind her sudden interest in him, but it still sucked that while he was developing feelings for her, he also knew he couldn’t 100% trust her because of her schemes/lies. And because of that, he would fluctuate between hot & cold with her. Then, when she knew her feelings for him had turned real & that she genuinely liked him, she chose not to confess ‘cause she knew he’d be mad (& rightfully so!). So she just kept lying, which doesn’t at all scream “I love you” to me. I understand not wanting to lose him, but girl - fess up so y’all can either build something REAL or you can let each other go to find something healthier. Nothing built upon lies can stand the test of time…

Also, side note - he deserved a heartfelt apology. Like, a true & sincere apology from her but, to the best of my knowledge, she never said she was sorry for how she approached him with bad intentions. I think she only ever apologized for work-related things, but never for how she intended to use him for revenge. Just because he forgave her without her having to say the words doesn’t mean she didn’t need to say them or that he didn’t deserve to hear them.

So with all of that there was a lot of push & pull drama which I’m not a fan of. I thought both Leads acted really childishly for adults who were presented as mature & excellent in their respective careers. Their professional & personal personas didn’t mesh for me. Their actions didn’t match their ages (but, again, maybe it’s ‘cause too much stuff got lost in translation.)

Now, having said all that, I DID enjoy it once they finally got together. They stopped being so annoying & became a solid couple with really great, melt-your-screen chemistry. 🫠 (WHYYY couldn’t we have more of that & less of the icky drama?!?) I liked how they cared for each other, the scenes where they protected/defended the other, & the ways they unashamedly loved one another. If they just could’ve been like that for more of the show, I would’ve rated this so much higher!! I even go back & rewatch the eps. after they’re a couple because of how cute they are together.

So I really don’t know whether to recommend this drama to you or not. I’ll simply leave it up to you & advise you go in knowing there’s missing context if you rely on subtitles like me. 🙃

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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.14 💋
- Together : ep.? 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.? 💔
- BackTogether : ep33? ❤️‍🩹

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“Must Watch” for a Reason!

**This review is for both Part 1 & Part 2. Spoilers given later with episodes numbers are referencing this as one drama, not two separate parts.**

Being totally honest, I actually dropped this years ago after only about 8 episodes. I really wanted to watch it because I’m a fan of both the main actors, but I just couldn’t handle how horrible the FL’s mother was to her. But I’ve been on a historical drama binge watching journey recently & this one ALWAYS gets recommended so I thought, “you know what, let’s just give it another try.”

And I’m so glad I did because wowza - this is absolutely beautiful. I now understand why it’s labeled as a must-watch for drama lovers. If you’re like me & have been hesitating for whatever reason, I recommend you just give in & press play so you can experience the beauty for yourself.

It’s a very well done drama. The storyline & pacing are both great (keep in mind that, all together, this drama has 52eps so it’s not going to be fast paced.) There’s a lot of character growth for multiple people, not just the Leads. There are numerous schemes & endless plotting by so many various villains. There’s great slow-burn relationship development. Because there are so many episodes, it allows time for things to really build & progress, giving us a fully developed story rather than just bite sized pieces that make us fill in a lot of holes. (Not that I mind shorter dramas, I’m simply stating facts.)

It’s ultimately the story of a girl who was left behind as her parents (both generals) went to war & the general who falls in love with her at first sight though he’s harboring some pretty big secrets. Neither is perfect; both are flawed. But love doesn’t require perfection, thank goodness 💕

She was raised by her paternal family who mistreated her daily so she’s grown up relying solely on herself for anything she needs. He has a tragic past & his position makes people wary of him. Neither is quick to trust nor does either find it easy to rely on others. But they form a connection during both traumatic moments & humorous ones. When they choose to be together, regardless of their issues & doubts, they form a bond with a depth neither ever imagined; they discover a love the likes of which they weren’t sure existed. Their relationship is tested many, many times. By delulu love rivals & jealous “family” members, as well as political schemes & royal demands. This duo faces a LOT on their journey together, then even more during their 5yrs apart. They do not have an easy & blissful romance, but rather a love that’s forged through trials & tribulations. But it’s a love they both fight for, protect, & long for when it’s lost. Then it’s one they cherish when they have each other back again. (Which, small complaint, it really would’ve been great to see more happy & lovey moments of them after all the baddies are eradicated.)

So, yes, I loved this drama. I liked part 2 more simply because the Leads are a couple then, but part 1 is also filled with many meaningful & memorable moments too! And it’s not just the Leads that I enjoyed, but other characters & aspects as well:
- The oft-times hilarious, matchmaking emperor
- The respect & friendship of the empress & concubine
- The fact that ALL the villains are dealt with one by one throughout the show
- The FL’s brothers & the way they always include, love, & defend her
- The ML’s bromance with his two most-trusted soldiers
- The additional details given in the subtitles (at least on Viki app…)

There’s so much to love about this show! I highly recommend it for fans of the historical genre. Yes, there are hecka toxic characters (& yes, the FL’s mother stays that way for the majority of the show. I get that she doesn’t know how to be a mom to a girl but seriously - that’s no excuse for her abuse!) And there are annoying characters (I’m looking at you, Mr. SML. Just go away until you can leave the FL alone, please!) But there are many really lovable characters too! So push play & enjoy this beautiful journey.

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‼️ SPOILERS OF SOME OF MY FAV MOMENTS/SCENES INCOMING!! STOP READING NOW IF YOU DON’T WANT TO KNOW!! YOU’VE BEEN WARNED! 😉‼️

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EP.12 - FL giving ML medical aid for the arrow in his chest. Eyes don’t lie… 🫠
EP.24 - ML’s speech & defense of FL against her mom; their engagement
EP.27 - the drunk piggyback ride. OhEmGee 🤣
EP.29 - the rooftop forehead kiss *swoon*
EP.34 - concubine dealing w/ ML’s “stepmom” & the wicked old royal lady 🙌🏻
EP.36 - ML teaching FL self defense moves
EP.45 - FL’s brother’s “wedding” while in prison - precious!
EP.47 - Leads biting each other to seal an oath 🫶🏻
EP.48 - FL’s family helping her fight to save ML
EP.49 - FL getting ML on the horse. ML sacrificing himself off the cliff. Emotions!
EP.50 - ML not letting them take the string off his wrist even while unconscious, but finally loosening his grip when FL plays flute to soothe him
EP.53 - ML saving her from runaway carriage & refusing to release her as they cling to the mountain 👏🏻 Empress’ final moments (cried so hard!) 😭
EP.55 - that hug upon realizing ML made it out alive…🔥
EP.56 - FL’s whole family riding through the smoke as one to save her, all unsheathing their swords?! Wowza!! “Who dares to harm my Naio Naio?” Perfection! Also, the emperor’s temper tantrum at not being at the wedding, hahahaha!

Feel free to share your favorite moments with me!!

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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.34 💋
- Together : ep.28 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.51 💔
- BackTogether : ep.55(end) ❤️‍🩹

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Just Watch & Enjoy the Cute!

Such a cute drama! Cliche? Yes. Do I care? Not even a little bit!!

I was already a huge fan of our Leads - him as a member of Seventeen (a k-pop group for those unaware. Give them a listen, they’re so good!!) and her as an actress (have you watched “When I Fly Towards You”? Doooo ittttt!!!). After watching this drama, I love both of them even more 💜💜💜

Our Leads are total opposites who constantly “fight” like siblings (which is basically what they grew up as since their parents are close) but let someone else try to pick on one of them and the other will put a full stop to it realllll quick, which is such fun to watch 😉

I really enjoyed seeing their relationship progress from friends to more and the ways the ML went about wooing the FL. And I truly loved how he never wanted her to change to fit some rule of how a girlfriend should be. He always made sure she knew that he loved her because she’s HER so she should just ignore all the well-meaning advice from others and just be herself. That’s a message people need to hear!

They have really good chemistry and they flowed so seamlessly. And I loved how, when they went to lovers, they didn’t suddenly become awkward and shy. The kisses and skinship are so easy and natural, which I really appreciate in a drama. 😍

I also like how they addressed the fact that fans should love our stars on stage, but take a step back from their personal lives. They don’t owe us every single detail of their lives just because they’re famous. They deserve private lives and, if we’re truly their fans, we should really respect that 💜🩵🩷

I’ve already watched my favorite episodes multiple times and I know I’ll continue doing so when I’m in the mood for a cute and drama-free love with no toxicity, multiple misunderstandings, or pointless breakups in sight 🫶🏻

{So why not a full 10 stars? Because the FL’s cluelessness about the SML’s feelings (and her own) in the first half was one trope I really wish they’d skipped 🤷🏻‍♀️}


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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.17 💋
- Together : ep.17 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💍

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Sweet & Healthy Love Story

When I need a brain cleanse from drama trauma, this is one of the shows I’ll rewatch - seeing these childhood friends reunite as a surgeon & legal intern who fall in love sets my drama world right again.

The ML is a well-established surgeon. Despite his young age, he’s highly respected in his field by his fellow doctors & medical staff. This doesn’t make him arrogant or egotistical, though, as he remains a kind man who truly cares for his patients. He can come across as cold or unfeeling at times but that’s only when someone is trying to interfere in the well-being of his patients. Initially, he’s not happy with the FL’s presence, as her role as a sort of hospital legal liaison between the patients & medical staff tends to be a hinderance to him doing his job. But once he realizes who she is - the young girl he never forgot, the one he’s been hoping would return - everything changes. No longer eager to push her away, he’s now determined to pursue her & guarantee he never loses her from his life again.

The FL is dismayed when she’s assigned to the position at the hospital for her internship. She’s worked so hard to become a lawyer, but it seems this position might stop her from reaching her goal. She’s an optimistic woman, though, who’s determined to secure a position at the law firm so she sets out to tackle the problematic doctor refusing to cooperate with her. Unknown to her, he’s the same boy from her childhood that she’s been missing all these years. And since she doesn’t recognize him, his sudden pursuit of & flirting with her leaves her confused. As she spends more time working in the hospital, she comes to admire his good heart & work ethics. She begins to understand the weight on the doctor’s shoulders & the heavy responsibilities they carry, leading her to become a stronger advocate in defending them against unruly patients.

I truly loved this drama. And each time I rewatch it, I’m reminded of just how great of a dram it is. Did it change my life? No. Does it have a unique storyline? No. Is there some stellar point that makes it stand out from the rest? No. But none of that was what I was looking for or expecting from this drama so I don’t care. I love it for its simplicity & refreshing characters.

I appreciate that there’s not a ton of angsty drama & plot twists. We’re not introduced to love rival after love rival, nor do we have to endure a cast of toxic characters. There’s not any villain-esque family members nor backstabbing colleagues. Sometimes I enjoy those things, but I’m also happy when they’re absent from the show. I’m glad the writer’s left this as an easy & light watch that didn’t give me unnecessary stress from worrying how it will end.

The Leads are so good together. The actors have great chemistry that plays out so well on-screen. They have such a healthy relationship, which is what I expect from two mature adults (though we often don’t get that in our dramas. Bleh.). They’re both kind individuals who want to help those in need - one through medicine, the other with the law. They’re dedicated & not afraid of hard work. They support one another fully & believe in each other unconditionally. The bond they shared as children laid the foundation on which they build their adult relationship. Their backstory is so cute & I loved seeing their childhood scenes play out in parallel to them as adults.

I love how they only ever see each other, no matter if others show interest in them. They each have an interested colleague but when those parties make it known, the Leads immediately make their status clear & leave no room for misunderstandings. I really like when this is done because I hate watching characters cater to the love rivals out of “concern” for their feelings. It just always makes me like, “Um, hello? Your significant other’s feelings are the ones that matter most!” It also just leads to so many misunderstandings that I end up frustrated & annoyed with the Leads, lessening my enjoyment of the show. So again, I’m very glad that wasn’t the case with My Little Happiness. 🤗

I also love how they’re openly affectionate with each other. They’re constantly holding hands, hugging, flirting, cuddling, & kissing. Ooh, boy are they kissing! 🔥🫠 I haven’t actually verified this to be true, but I don’t think an episode goes by without a kiss scene of some sort after they’re a couple. And most episodes have multiple (thank you, writers!) This makes them seem like a real couple. I never understand why some dramas make the Leads all awkward & shy with each other once they start dating. {{I mean, I get it initially but in real life we get over it so why don’t they in some dramas??}} This duo isn’t like that at all. The ML is so head-over-heels for her that he can’t help but physically show it & the FL is all too willing to follow his lead.

It’s nice to see that they’re both super independent & capable in their careers but they allow themselves to be dependent on each other outside of that. Again, a healthy & mature relationship. I love them! 💕

Bonus - the second couple’s story is one that adds to the show rather than simply being a scene filler. Their interactions bring humor to the screen, adding to the smiles the Leads already provide us. And their respective relationships with the Leads (females are besties, males are relatives) are so healthy & realistic that it’s another check mark in the pros column for this drama. ✅

If you’ve read this far & are still unsure, stop hesitating & just push play!


**Fun fact: our Leads co-starred in “Put Your Head on My Shoulder”. She as the female lead, while he was the second male lead. They had a messy relationship in that drama, so it’s actually really fun to watch them be so completely different in this one.**


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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.13💋
- Together : ep.11 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💖

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An Absolute Win in my Book!

{ Let me preface this by first acknowledging that there are a lot of mixed reviews on this drama. so there’s no pressure to agree with anyone else. Maybe you’ll love it or maybe you’ll drop it halfway through, not understanding what all the hype is about.. And ya know what? THAT’S PERFECTLY OKAY! We’re all allowed to have our own opinions about every drama we watch - there’s no right or wrong. 😉 Just know going into this review that I’m firmly in the “I love it” camp! Have questions? Let’s chat about it! }

Being granted a second chance in your current life (ie. being sent back in time to before whatever tragedy struck that brought about your demise) seemed to be a theme in 2024, in both Korean & Chinese dramas. I obviously didn’t watch them all, but a few I find noteworthy are the kdramas, “Marry My Husband” & “Perfect Marriage Revenge”. And the most notable Chinese one for me in this category for the year is this one, “Blossom”. Historical/costume/period dramas are not my usual go to genre, no matter the nationality of origin. But I kept seeing so many people raving about this particular drama & snippets kept showing up in my SM feeds so my interest was piqued & I decided to see what all the hype was about.

Let me just say - the hype is well-deserved because W O W, this drama is beautiful. My interest was immediately caught by the storyline, the cinematography, & the pacing of the scenes. The FL has a very soothing presence with her looks & voice, even in the midst of the upheaval happening around her. She also has a core of strength not usually seen so early on in the female characters which was refreshing. The way she handled herself with poise & dignity upon finding her husband cheating was perfection. She didn’t take it meekly & just resign herself to her fate. Nope, our girl immediately cut ties & left his sorry tush! And it’s this very brave action that leads her on a collision course with the ML.

So if all of the above is what brought me into the story, this man is what kept me there because wowza, he is a commanding presence. His perfect timing in rescuing her, the way the hood of his cloak falls back to revel his identity, & the absolute hotness that it is him with his white-stranded hair, ohhh yessss - I’m a big fan of that scene! 🤤 He is the PERFECT match for our FL in the looks department & his voice is just as soothing & captivating as hers is. [[[ That may be a weird thing to comment on but seriously, a good voice (or voices in this case) can really help elevate my enjoyment of a show. Consequently, my rating can also plummet if there’s an actor whose voice really grates on my ears. ]]]

From the moment their eyes meet, these Leads’ chemistry leaps off the screen & I just knew I was going to have to binge their entire story because I simply had to make sure they got a happy ending. Thank goodness I discovered this show after it was done airing ‘cause it would’ve been absolute torture to wait for new episodes to release! Kudos to all of the viewers who endured that!! 🙌🏻

Sometimes storylines like this (ones with time travel aspects) can get confusing as you swap between past & present timeline, but “Blossom” handled these scene swaps really well, imho. It was always very clear which timeline the scene was from & the majority of the time we’re in the present timeline. Since the FL is the only one who remembers everything from before, she’s the only one having the flashback scenes, so they really don’t take up a huge chunk of any episode. I really like this because I hate when a drama spends more time focusing on the past rather than the present timeline. This drama’s storyline is really easy to follow in that regard.

The story has lots of different side characters to follow, but it doesn’t get confusing. I mention this because I often get lost when there’re so many people to keep track of, especially when it’s in the historical genre as they’re all dressed in ways that are unfamiliar to me (making it harder for me to recognize anyone). That wasn’t the case here. I’m not 100% sure why but it was really easy for me to differentiate between & remember all the additional characters in this story. Whatever the reason, I never found myself distracted from the story because I was confused on who everyone was.

As I said earlier, the cinematography is beautifully done in this drama. The camera angles, the focus of the scenes, & the lighting all work in perfect tandem. There are certain scenes that will stay with the viewers long after the show is over (I’m speaking from experience!) because of how gorgeous & striking the visuals are. Like when the Leads are shot with an arrow & go crashing through the glass. Or when she’s running into that fire searching for him & he appears out of the smoke & picks her up (swoooon). And when she forces medicine on him through a kiss that has them landing amidst those sheets hanging to dry (helloooooo chemistry!) Also, when they’re both on the brink of death & mystically meet in that dream state - the way they collide together & how the arrow turns to petals when it reaches the ML’s outstretched hand is absolute perfection. 🔥🫠 If you’ve seen the drama, you know exactly what I’m talking about as the scenes are too memorable to forget!

I love the Leads, both as individuals & as a couple. They’ve each faced some seriously dark days & really hard situations. In their past they both died regretting having wasted their lives by devoting themselves to someone who didn’t deserve it (she’s referring to her cheating husband; he means being blinded by his need for revenge). In their present, with her knowledge of her past life & a book to guide her, the FL sets out to change her destiny. She uses what she knows to make a life for herself where she can be financially independent, allowing her to not be reliant on her family (which is good ‘cause they seriously suck! Side note: I love how her dad redeems himself.). And when her path once again crosses with the ML, she’s determined to change his fate as well.

I love how strong they both are. They have solid morals & good hearts, but they’re often misunderstood since they don’t fit society’s mold of how they should act (him more so than her). They strive to protect their loved ones, no matter the odds stacked against them. They willingly make the hard sacrifices if it means bettering the lives of those they hold most dear. They refuse to bow to corrupt leaders but rather fight against the schemes of the villains. They both show the world a tough persona, not allowing any weakness to be seen. But with each other, their walls slowly fall as they grow to trust in & depend on one another.

The way they meet in the present is just as enticing as how they met in the past. Again with the ML in that cloak with the hood - it’s such a striking visual! Their eye contact & body language give me the tingles. These actors have ah-maz-ing chemistry. The way they look at one another & react to each other adds so much depth to every interaction they have. Even though he’s leery of her at first (which makes sense given the circumstances they meet under) he’s still drawn to her. There’s something about her that he instinctively trusts, despite not remembering her. As for her, she’s also leery, but for different reasons. One is because of his reputation, but two is because she’s afraid that history will repeat itself if they get tangled up together. She’s determined to prevent the latter from happening. So even while she’s drawn to him, does her best to protect him/rescue him every time he’s in need, & works to save him from making the same choices in this life as he did previously she’s also trying to remain distant so as not to inadvertently cause their deaths to reoccur.

As amazing as they both are individually I had no doubts that they’d be a dynamic couple when they finally took that step. I’m happy to say I was right! This duo is total couple goals. The trust they share is inspiring. The lengths they’ll go to in order to protect one another makes me swoon (seriously, every time he showed up at the exact moment she needed him, catching her before she could fall {iykyk}, made me happy sigh so big!) And the depth of love they hold for each other makes me melt into a total puddle of goo. I honestly can’t get enough of them, nor can I move on from their beautiful love story. I’m not ready to say goodbye - I want more!

I love, love, love that they got married halfway through & stayed together the whole rest of the drama. I’m so glad the writer’s didn’t put us through a breakup trauma ‘cause I would not have handled that well. It also wouldn’t have felt true to their characters. What did happen felt natural & realistic: he wanted to save her from the pain his death would cause, she pointed out that she would be in pain whether he left her now or he died later which makes his leaving pointless, he actually LISTENED to her & heard what she was saying. He allowed her to choose for herself, then respected the choice she made. Which was, of course, to face whatever comes by his side. And then it was done - no fighting, no second-guessing, no regrets. They were as solid as they’d ever been.

And they truly were solid. So much gets thrown at them, but they never break. They hold tight & fight everyday for a lifetime of loving one another. Family & friends betray them, but they stay loyal & true. The villains seem to be winning, but they remain resolute. Ultimatums & threats are issued, but they don’t falter. Torture is administered, but they don’t give in. Hope seems lost, but they never lose faith. And when the traitors finally make their grand finale move, our Leads stand on the frontlines of the battle, refusing to cower or cave.

In the end, they’re rewarded for their efforts. They get the happy ending they’ve fought so hard to procure. They enjoy a life outside the schemes & follies of the court. And they love each other more with every breath they breathe. 💜🩵

So in conclusion, if you’re going to watch this drama, clear your schedule as you won’t want to stop once you start. There are some couples who, no matter how many other dramas you watch, you just can’t move on from. This duo is one of those unforgettable couples. ❤️‍🔥 From their first moment on screen to their ending scene they completely captivate & mesmerize. If you’re anything like me, you’re about to fall in love with this couple!

**I feel I should mention I don’t think this drama is perfect. There were a few holes in the plot or areas where the pacing felt a bit messy. Nothing too horrible that it lessened my enjoyment, I’m just saying I’m not unaware of the flaws. The one negative that did impact me & is a big enough issue to mention is the complete swap of the ML’s brother’s personality. He went from being this kind & sorta wimpy man-child who loved his brother so much he wanted to be like him to one who’s conniving & a master manipulator. There was no build up, it was just one scene to the next - it was very jarring. I get that the familial drama could cause a mental break in him but the pacing of it all was just not well done. And how he so easily influenced the FL’s bestie felt off too - those girls had faced so much together & even torture didn’t cause them to doubt one another’s loyalty. But this guy successfully gets inside the bestie’s head in so little time, causing her to act out of character? It just didn’t flow. It’s like they needed another villain & just thought, “here, use him”. It felt inconsistent with the rest of the drama.**


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- First(real)Kiss : ep.20 💋
- Together : ep.18 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 🫶🏻

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A Fav Couple of ‘24! <3

I was super excited about this drama as the FL is one of my favorite Korean actresses and man, she totally slayed this role! I was impressed by the whole cast - they all did a great job bringing their characters to life. The good guys were so deserving of happiness & the somewhat grey characters had me rooting for them in the end. And the villains were absolutely horrendous & disturbed individuals who made me truly despise them so kudos to the actors for really nailing their roles!

I’m so glad this drama didn’t end up being a whopping disappointment. It exceeded my expectations & I wish I could watch it for the first time all over again! I was captivated from the first scene & it kept me invested the whole way through. Here I am writing this review a year later & I still can’t get over this amazing story. 💖

I thought the storyline & pacing flowed naturally. I was never lost on whether the scene was from the previous life or the current timeline, which sometimes happens with dramas involving “time travel” aspects. The flashback scenes all added to the story as well rather than detracting from the flow of things, which again happens at times. I often dislike stories that have multiple timelines because I feel like we spend way too much time in the past when we should be focused on the characters in the present day more, but that wasn’t the case with “Marry My Husband”. The past scenes helped bring context & clarity to the choices the Leads were making in the present, as well as provided a beautiful contrast to the bleakness of their previous lives & the inner strength they’re finding now as they take control of their destinies. So empowering to witness!

I mentioned how the villains (the FL’s husband & “bestie”) made it easy to hate them, but guys - that doesn’t adequately express just how very easy they made it. 😡 Whyyy were they so messed up?! They were so selfish & conniving, it was disgusting. As more of the bestie’s motives & truly dark obsession with the FL got exposed, the more I wanted to see her world crumble. I legit cheered each time the FL got the best of her. And then watching the Leads manipulate the husband as he became more & more twisted was equally satisfying. Watching them change fate where these two were concerned was so cathartic & healing for my soul - if they’d gotten a slight slap on the wrist or had a forgiveness scene I would’ve been so ticked at the writers, haha! And the same with the narcissistic love rival psycho from the ML’s life. Sorry, not sorry, Lady! All I can say about her ending is, “better you than him!” 😉 IYKYK.

And now I gotta briefly mention the awesome new bestie the FL makes. This girl is absolute aces. She’s one of those girls who will always fix another girl’s crown, ya know? She’s such a breath of fresh air for our FL, a true friend. She’s genuine, upbeat, quirky, & kind. She never does anything to belittle or demean the FL, but only compliments & encourages her. She heals a long-held hurt in the FL’s heart. Her presence helps give the FL the boldness & courage to stand up for herself with the toxic old bestie which is so great to witness. And, as an aside, the female co-worker who also becomes a friend is wonderful too. I loved what she brought to the story. The bonus of them both getting happy love-endings is great!

Okay, now to the Leads. I think by this point you’re aware that I adore this duo. They’re both such beautiful & pure souls, I’m never going to move on from them. Honestly, they’ll forever hold a place in my heart. They’re both such massive green flags for one another, but also for their family & friends. While they’re living their new “present” in different ways - FL resolved in changing herself for the better while the ML is focused solely on her - they obviously share the same goal: saving the FL from her previous fate. I love everything about the ways this all goes down!

The ML has been enchanted with the FL since a chance meeting in college. She disappeared before contact info was exchanged, but their encounter left a lasting impression on him. He’s a serious, introverted, & somewhat shy man, though, so when we finds her on campus later, he chooses not to make his presence known & just watches over her from afar (the cat, you guys. The cat! *swoon*) When their paths cross years later after they wind up at the same company (which is his family’s, but nobody knows that), he’s saddened to learn that she has a boyfriend. And as he mourns her loss at her funeral, you can see all his regrets weighing heavily on him. So it’s incredibly satisfying to see all the ways he steps in to protect her in this new timeline. Every single thing he does is with her best interests at heart. He’s an absolute goner for her & he’s determined she gets a happy ending this time. Watching his growth & transformation as he gets to interact with her more is such a pleasure to see - not just in his outward appearance, but in his self-confidence & character as well. The things he didn’t stand up for himself for with his grandfather before, he now stands firm in for her. *swoon* I want more ML’s to be written like him!!

The FL is absolute gold. We meet her as she’s nearing her end due to a sick body, which is heartbreaking to witness because we know the people she believes to love her are actually massively betraying her & are ultimately responsible for her death. (That scene..*sob*) This was a great way to start the story because it immediately grabs at the heart & gets the viewers invested in seeing this broken woman change her destiny. Everybody loves the underdog for a reason! And this woman is so deserving of love. She hasn’t had an easy life, unknowingly making it worse by her choice in friends. Her bestie has made her isolated & dependent on her, leading to very low self-esteem & a severely skewed image of herself. So when she gets a second chance & uses it to remove the toxicity from her life, it gives definite “I am woman, hear me roar” vibes, which I am so there for! And while she doesn’t remember meeting the ML back in college due to being drunk at the time, she’s very much drawn to him in the present. His kindness is such a contrast to what she’s experienced with her husband. He personifies that saying about how “he was healing something he hadn’t broken in the first place”.

From their first interaction in the new timeline, their chemistry is enticing. His protection of her, their eye contact & body language.. it all lets us know that their love story is going to be fantastic. And it so is! I loved every single interaction they had. Watching them become friends as they’re both influenced by one another & how their bond quickly develops & grows is so sweet. And once they realize they were both sent back in time & team up to change the FL’s destiny, their connection becomes that much more precious. Him teaching her self-defense? Seriously, she’s so freakin’ cute! The emotional scene in the water when he tells her he wants to be land (iykyk)? Gahhhh - SWOON!! When he covers her eyes to shield her from the toxic duo’s betrayal? Love it! When she confesses that while she was ice skating with her friend all she could think of was him? *sigh* precious! The sneaky touches at work? The long hugs, dates, & couch snuggles? The melt-your-screen & make-you-tingle kisses? LOOOOOOVE IT! 🔥🫠 And then we get to the grittier scenes & I’m just as enthralled with those… him taking the fatal vehicular hit instead of her? Such love! Her care while he recuperates? Such love! Every time they stand together against someone who opposes them? Such love! Then there’s the beautiful ending… The proposal, wedding, & HEA scenes? Such pure love! They make such a great pair & I’m totally envious of their bond. Honest-to-God, true couple goals.

I could rave about them forever (as evidenced by the length of this review - sorry!), but you shouldn’t just take my word for it. Push play & experience the beauty of this story for yourself. 💜

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- First(real)Kiss : ep.10💋
- Together : ep.11 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.12 💔
- BackTogether : ep.13 ❤️‍🩹

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So underrated, imho

In hopes of saving her show from cancellation, an unskilled writer casts a top actor as DJ. Can these polar opposites learn how to work together or are they doomed to fail from the start?

Prepare to f.e.e.l. with this one, y’all! Our ML is surrounded by toxic people who constantly try to manipulate him & decide every-freakin’-thing for him. He learned from a young age to hide his true self behind a mask. So watching him take back control of his life is so satisfying it makes me want to do a victory dance for him! And gahhhh - the way he adores the FL (once he gets past his idiocy, of course 😉) & tries his very best to love her in the ways she needs is just pure beauty. And the ways she acknowledges the good in him & helps him deal with/heal from childhood trauma is so girl-crush worthy!

They’re both so protective of & loyal to each other. They face a LOT of hurdles but no matter what comes at them, they refuse to break or let go of one another… they made me happy sigh & swoon so much! 🫠

As a side note, we have the requisite tropes that most kdramas include :
- Opposites Attract. Rich, “cold” male & poor, “candy” female. 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- Delulu love rival. Do girls (or guys) really think manipulation & threats will win someone’s affection? Like…really?? 🤯
- Work rivals. Why can’t it be, “You do your job & I’ll do mine. I hope you succeed & wish me success too, please.” Can’t people just get along?!? 🤷🏻‍♀️
- Love triangle. ML likes FL. So does her boss. FL is unsure who she really likes. 🤔
- Toxic parents. His dad’s a serial cheater who expects him to clean up his messes. His mom is a controlling psycho who’s constantly ignoring his wishes & going behind his back. Grr… 🤬
- Childhood connection of Leads. Their history is tragically beautiful & I personally really enjoyed how the FL handled it when the full truth was revealed. ❤️‍🩹

PS: I could literally just listen to the male actor speak for days. His voice is so soothing to my ears!

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- First(real)Kiss : ep.6 💋
- Together : ep.10 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 🫶🏻

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Loved every minute of this!

A love story between a top star and the PR team leader of his management agency.

This totally chaotic couple captured my heart. OhEmGee - they’re hilarious! I thoroughly enjoyed watching their crazy antics & banter as they grew from frenemies to lovers.

The ML { Kim Young Dae } is this big star with a real cool & suave vibe, always appearing very confident. But he proves that the persona we show the public isn’t always our true selves. When not in “work mode” he’s much more innocent & a bit dorky, though not many get to see it since he’s learned to hold himself back out of self preservation due to past trauma & a need to protect his secrets. But after returning to Korea & being back in the FL’s presence, then realizing his feelings for her, he begins to open up & allow more people to get close, which is so delightful to watch. And the pure way he loves the FL made my heart flutter so much! His efforts to woo her are so hilarious & heart warming. I just love him! (+ him & his manager/driver are so fun!)

The FL { Lee Sung Kyung } is such a great character. Loyal & hard working, she does everything she can to protect each “star” their PR firm manages. They failed to protect someone before &, in the aftermath, she devotes herself to never losing someone again, sometimes at the expense of herself. She has such a beautiful heart, but a misunderstanding skewed her opinion of the ML. She liked him years ago but that incident left her wary of falling for him again. But he eventually wins her heart & I was so there for the journey! I love how fierce she was in her desire to protect him, even when they were “enemies”. She’s always known him better than anyone, so seeing them finally get together & just how much more protective she becomes of him… total girl crush happening here!

They’re one of my favorite brain-cleanse couples from any drama trauma. Their chemistry is so natural & tingles inducing, while their kisses make me melt. 🔥🫠

Bonus - there is NO toxicity except the villains. AND there’s 4 more healthy love stories! I highly recommend this if you like rom-coms where the only “drama” is the good kind. 💜🩵


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- First(real)Kiss : ep.9 💋
- Together : ep.9 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : Nope 💞

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“Must Watch” for a Reason!

**This review is for both Part 1 & Part 2. Spoilers given later with episodes numbers are referencing this as one drama, not two separate parts.**

Being totally honest, I actually dropped this years ago after only about 8 episodes. I really wanted to watch it because I’m a fan of both the main actors, but I just couldn’t handle how horrible the FL’s mother was to her. But I’ve been on a historical drama binge watching journey recently & this one ALWAYS gets recommended so I thought, “you know what, let’s just give it another try.”

And I’m so glad I did because wowza - this is absolutely beautiful. I now understand why it’s labeled as a must-watch for drama lovers. If you’re like me & have been hesitating for whatever reason, I recommend you just give in & press play so you can experience the beauty for yourself.

It’s a very well done drama. The storyline & pacing are both great (keep in mind that, all together, this drama has 52eps so it’s not going to be fast paced.) There’s a lot of character growth for multiple people, not just the Leads. There are numerous schemes & endless plotting by so many various villains. There’s great slow-burn relationship development. Because there are so many episodes, it allows time for things to really build & progress, giving us a fully developed story rather than just bite sized pieces that make us fill in a lot of holes. (Not that I mind shorter dramas, I’m simply stating facts.)

It’s ultimately the story of a girl who was left behind as her parents (both generals) went to war & the general who falls in love with her at first sight though he’s harboring some pretty big secrets. Neither is perfect; both are flawed. But love doesn’t require perfection, thank goodness 💕

She was raised by her paternal family who mistreated her daily so she’s grown up relying solely on herself for anything she needs. He has a tragic past & his position makes people wary of him. Neither is quick to trust nor does either find it easy to rely on others. But they form a connection during both traumatic moments & humorous ones. When they choose to be together, regardless of their issues & doubts, they form a bond with a depth neither ever imagined; they discover a love the likes of which they weren’t sure existed. Their relationship is tested many, many times. By delulu love rivals & jealous “family” members, as well as political schemes & royal demands. This duo faces a LOT on their journey together, then even more during their 5yrs apart. They do not have an easy & blissful romance, but rather a love that’s forged through trials & tribulations. But it’s a love they both fight for, protect, & long for when it’s lost. Then it’s one they cherish when they have each other back again. (Which, small complaint, it really would’ve been great to see more happy & lovey moments of them after all the baddies are eradicated.)

So, yes, I loved this drama. I liked part 2 more simply because the Leads are a couple then, but part 1 is also filled with many meaningful & memorable moments too! And it’s not just the Leads that I enjoyed, but other characters & aspects as well:
- The oft-times hilarious, matchmaking emperor
- The respect & friendship of the empress & concubine
- The fact that ALL the villains are dealt with one by one throughout the show
- The FL’s brothers & the way they always include, love, & defend her
- The ML’s bromance with his two most-trusted soldiers
- The additional details given in the subtitles (at least on Viki app…)

There’s so much to love about this show! I highly recommend it for fans of the historical genre. Yes, there are hecka toxic characters (& yes, the FL’s mother stays that way for the majority of the show. I get that she doesn’t know how to be a mom to a girl but seriously - that’s no excuse for her abuse!) And there are annoying characters (I’m looking at you, Mr. SML. Just go away until you can leave the FL alone, please!) But there are many really lovable characters too! So push play & enjoy this beautiful journey.

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EP.12 - FL giving ML medical aid for the arrow in his chest. Eyes don’t lie… 🫠
EP.24 - ML’s speech & defense of FL against her mom; their engagement
EP.27 - the drunk piggyback ride. OhEmGee 🤣
EP.29 - the rooftop forehead kiss *swoon*
EP.34 - concubine dealing w/ ML’s “stepmom” & the wicked old royal lady 🙌🏻
EP.36 - ML teaching FL self defense moves
EP.45 - FL’s brother’s “wedding” while in prison - precious!
EP.47 - Leads biting each other to seal an oath 🫶🏻
EP.48 - FL’s family helping her fight to save ML
EP.49 - FL getting ML on the horse. ML sacrificing himself off the cliff. Emotions!
EP.50 - ML not letting them take the string off his wrist even while unconscious, but finally loosening his grip when FL plays flute to soothe him
EP.53 - ML saving her from runaway carriage & refusing to release her as they cling to the mountain 👏🏻 Empress’ final moments (cried so hard!) 😭
EP.55 - that hug upon realizing ML made it out alive…🔥
EP.56 - FL’s whole family riding through the smoke as one to save her, all unsheathing their swords?! Wowza!! “Who dares to harm my Naio Naio?” Perfection! Also, the emperor’s temper tantrum at not being at the wedding, hahahaha!

Feel free to share your favorite moments with me!!

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- First(real)Kiss : ep.34 💋
- Together : ep.28 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.51 💔
- BackTogether : ep.55(end) ❤️‍🩹

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A Gem of the Genre

Getting inside the head of a violent villain isn’t easy. Neither is being the assistant of a brilliant criminal psychologist. Will she have the courage to stay on the job…?

This is by far one of my favorites dramas in its genre. So freakin’ good! The cases, plot twists, and pacing were all executed very well. The secondary characters performed good and helped draw you into each episode.

The chemistry between the Leads is really good. The way they grow to trust in, depend on, and love each other is a lovely journey to witness. They both experience great personal growth due to their relationship.

If you’re on the fence about watching this, I strongly advice you to jump off on the side of “yes” and get right to it. If you’re a fan of this genre, I can’t imagine you won’t like this one!

[[sidenote: one thing that bothered me was when the foreigners would talk to each other - one would speak English & the other would reply in Chinese. I think they either needed to speak the same language or converse with the help of a translator. The way the show did it was so awkward that it pulled me out of the seriousness of the scenes.]]


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- First(real)Kiss : ep.13 💋
- Together : ep.13 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖

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Top Tier Story & Cast

This is an extremely wholesome historical drama.

I highly recommend this for fans of family dramas. This is such a calming & peaceful show, despite all the plotting happening both on-screen & behind the scenes. What allows it to remain so easy to watch, though, is the beautiful & deep bonds that form amongst the Hua family.

This tribe of women has their world completely upended when all the men of the family 10yrs & older are exiled to the North. After having their wealth confiscated, losing their title of prestige, & being kicked out of their home they’re justifiably terrified of their new circumstances. Left alone to their own devices, they’re floundering like newborn babes. Thankfully, with them is the FL, who steps up to navigate them through this storm of life.

She was once the outcast among them who constantly got in trouble with the elders due to her peculiar ways. But now it’s this very “rebellious” personality of hers that the family will have to rely on if they want to survive the hard times. And let me just say, she does a marvelous job of carrying the weight & responsibility of being the head of the family! {From her first scene where she climbs on the ship amidst a raging storm, I knew her bravery was going to be a key element to the story that would hold my attention. And I was right!}

There to help her make decisions on how best to secure them a better life is her new protector, the ML. They quickly form a friendship through some memorable first meetings, leaving both of them feeling happy to finally have someone on their side. Unbeknownst to her, though, he’s leading a double life. The person she’s come to rely on is, in fact, the new masked leader of the capital’s security bureau… the very ones who arrested her family. Whether in his private life or when in work mode, the ML does his best to always help & protect her. And when the truth comes to light & potential relationship-ending secrets are revealed, this duo proves that love can overcome anything.

They’re such a great example of a mature & healthy couple. A beautiful combination of respect, communication, loyalty, trust, & admiration between them makes them total couple goals! Their love is so genuine & pure, free of any angst & drama. The only time there’s real tension is when the breakup happens & we have to watch them try to live with broken hearts for a few episodes (thank you, writers, for only making it last a few eps!!) Their reconciliation is so honest & healing, then they’re solid once more. Neither of them ever tries to manipulate, coerce, guilt, or control the other throughout the whole time they know each other. They’re two intelligent Leads who won’t bow to the pressures of a cruel world. Instead, they live with determination, hope, & an unbreakable love.

I had to gush about them because they’re truly a wonderful couple, but don’t be misled to think the drama is solely focused on them. There’s so much other stuff happening alongside this duo falling in love. There’s the whole storyline of the family business being started, nurtured, & expanded. That is a huge part of the overall drama. There’s also the additional love stories that play out. There’s a great SML who never turns toxic, despite wishing to be more than just friends with the FL (and seeing as how they start the drama as betrothed, he could’ve very easily turned bitter/cruel!) There are great friendships developed among the family members, among them & their loyal servants, among the ML & his trusted “soldiers”. There’s a heartwarming love story between the ML’s precious sister & the SML’s younger brother (these two are so cute!) And there are lots of schemes to smear the FL’s reputation, to destroy the family again, to undermine the ML’s authority. Seriously - so much happens that I’m surprised it still stayed such a calm watch! 🤯

Apart from the Leads’ love story, my favorite part is watching the Hua family bond & become a strong, unbreakable unit. This is truly a heartwarming story of good people becoming even better people by humbling themselves & working together.

Action. Mysteries. Political corruption.
Friendship. Family. Perseverance.

Push play & prepare for an enjoyable ride!

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EP.2 - the Hua women walking through that crowd of mockers & gawkers 👑 *why do people delight in the misery of others??*
EP.4 - the grandma begins to see the FL’s strength.
EP.7 - ML’s care for FL after she’s beaten. Hua’s genuine remorse & worry for her.
EP.8 - FL releasing the maids to be free women.
EP.10 - FL & ML’s sister meet.ML saves Hua’s from an assassin as his alter-ego.
EP.14 - ML teaches FL how to use the wrist dart gun & how to ride a horse, swoon….
EP.15 - ML comforts FL when her family is ashamed of her due to rumors.
EP.16 - ML helps the kids learn self-respect. FL’s reaction to ML’s investigation.
EP.17 - ML realizes the young servant he met as a child was the FL.
EP.19 - Grandma’s advice to FL in their last moments together.
EP.20 - FL’s awesomeness in handing out justice. ML’s return & their confessions.
EP.22 - the beauty of the Hua’s at 4th Aunt’s bedside as she’s in distressed labor.
EP.24-25 - Leads’ interactions on their trip. FL’s reunion with the men of the family.
EP.27 - meeting of FL & young 6th prince, all the chaos that ensues.
EP.28-29 - ML’s protection of FL & 6th prince.
EP.32-33 - the FL’s defense of ML against emperor. Her breaking up with ML so the emperor can’t use her as a weapon to compel & use him; “he’s not a dagger, but a person with feelings.”
EP.34-36 - FL’s continued perseverance by building ships & setting off on a maiden voyage, where she encounters a new villainous. Leads working together to bring her down. Their reconciliation after saving each other.
EP.37-40 - ALL the times the Leads prove their strength & loyalty. The proof of the Hua’s growth from the first to last ep. Their continued goodness in the face of constant attacks. The return of the men & the HEA’s. 🫶🏻

Have you watched it? If so, feel free to share your favorite moments with me!

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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.23 💋
- Together : ep.20 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp : ep.33 💔
- BackTogether : ep.36 ❤️‍🩹

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More friends than lovers..

A deep bond forms between the misunderstood “bad boy” of the school & the abandoned new girl who’s got problems of her own.

This is an easy youth drama to watch when you’re in the mood for a great band of friends who always have each other’s backs as they go through the ups & downs of growing up. Life isn’t easy, but it’s definitely better with your forever squad on your side!

I’m a big fan of the ML in roles like these! I really enjoyed his scenes as he’s able to say so much without ever even talking. And he always has such great chemistry with his character’s friend group that I swear they have to be actual friends in real life, haha.

The FL felt a bit stiff to me. I’ve watched her in multiple dramas &… I’m not sure why, but she never really seems to emote. She just feels blank to me so I have a hard time connecting with the characters she plays. No shade, though, because I most certainly wouldn’t be able to act in front of people at all so I have no room to judge or determine her level of talent!

This has:
- Familial drama for both Leads
- Slight enemies to lovers feel
- High school & college days
- Separation & rough reunion
- Super toxic mother (FL’s)
- Extremely loyal friends
- Athletic & stoic ML
- Strong & independent FL
- No love triangle
- Barely any skinship

The Leads have a very healthy relationship amongst themselves, but also with their friends. They’re both mature & brave, willing to sacrifice as well as forgive which shows a great depth of strength. They’ve each got legit trauma that they help heal in one another. And while I loved their bond of friendship & how loyal they are to each other, I have to admit that they didn’t quite pull off the role of lovers. They just felt more like best buddies. Which isn’t necessarily bad, it’s just not at all what I was expecting or what I prefer to see between Leads. Still a worthwhile, one-time watch though.

BONUS: if you’re a “When I Fly Towards You” drama fan, then you’ll be happy to see the actors of RangRang & Gu Ran reunited as besties here too!

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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.14💋
- Together : ep.14 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖

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A Fun, Cute, & Easy Watch

She can “hear” people’s lies.
He’s a murder suspect in hiding.
Being neighbors should be interesting…

These 2 are adorable. I love how their initial unease & distrust of each other grows to a deep love built on the trust they’ve earned in one another. 💝

They carry deep wounds {horrible moms, exes drama} so they don’t let anyone fully in. But they start to reveal their pain & secrets to each other. And it’s just so satisfying to watch their love help heal their hearts 😍

Their antics in trying to solve the case made me actual laugh out loud, their pain made my heart hurt, & their devotion to one another made me swoon. 🫠

They’re genuinely good people. They have strong morals & stand their ground to fight for what’s right, even if it means they stand alone (though now that they’ve found each other, neither will ever be fully alone again…) 💕

My only dislike is the delulu SFL & SML. Like, take a hint (L I S T E N when they say N O!), grow up, & get your own life. 🤦🏻‍♀️


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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.9💋
- Together : ep.10 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖

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