How it is at this point is how it stays throughout, imo.
Thanks for telling me. I’ll save my time and try something else. It’s like "Speed and Love" everyone rated it so highly, but I got up to ep 18 and found the pacing really off, and the actress was acting poorly… which is surprising because I usually like her dramas...
How it is at this point is how it stays throughout, imo.
I honestly don’t understand why the ratings are so high. I expected something much better… especially since the acting is really bad and, three episodes in, there’s absolutely no chemistry between them.
im at ep 3 , and I’m honestly wondering if it’s worthy, it feels pretty flat & boring, the interactions lack depth, the actress’s performance isn’t convincing .And I see absolutely zero chemistry between the two leads. Does it get better later on?
at this point I just feel sorry for the ml. He’s been suffering throughout the entire story. The fl and her brother have been really awful to him. Sometimes I could understand her reactions, but other times they were just unbearable.
Hmm, I think I’m going to drop it. I’m currently on episode 18 and honestly it’s getting complicated, but the main issue with this drama is the pacing it’s really bad. As for Esther, I’ve usually loved her dramas, but in this one something feels off. She acts very robotic, and you can clearly tell she’s acting that’s the problem for me. The ML is actually a very good actor and performs well, but I don’t see any chemistry between them. It feels forced. The tension and kissing scenes are especially awkward… she’s way too stiff, her lips look frozen, and the whole thing feels uncomfortable and cringe to watch. I don’t feel any emotion from her. Meanwhile, the male lead seems genuinely invested you can tell he’s fully immersed in his role....it's sad it's a solid 5 for me.
I’m currently on episode 7 and I’m genuinely enjoying it. It really gives off that Wattpad-style series energy, but the racing theme is actually quite uncommon. And honestly, I like the second lead “Drunk” just as much as the main protagonist.
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This drama is truly a 2025 gem, and even the title itself carries a meaning within the story you’ll understand it as you watch. I haven’t loved a modern drama this much since "Lighter and Princess" I honestly place them on the same level. They’ve become my ult dramas.
There’s so much to say… At the moment, I’m still watching and I’m currently on episode 18.
The atmosphere is melancholic, dramatic, and romantic at the same time. It’s a true slice of life, grounded in reality, with no exaggeration or unnecessary drama which is exactly what I love. It’s subtle, never over the top. This drama takes a much more realistic approach, far from the clichés and caricatures of overly formulaic rom-coms. This feels like real life.
As for the story, there isn’t really a traditional plot. We simply follow the daily lives of young adults and the gradual development of their relationships, while touching on many meaningful themes such as family, friendship, love, illness, and grief.
I really appreciated how the past relationship between Wen Yifan and Sang Yan is revealed through short flashbacks at the beginning of each episode. It’s far more effective than having a long “teenage” arc placed in the middle of episodes, which often breaks the pacing. Here, the flashbacks are thoughtfully structured and never disrupt the rhythm of the story.
The characters are genuinely lovable (except for Yifan’s awful family). Sang Yan, in particular, touched me deeply he’s such a human and sincere character.
At first, Wen Yifan appears cold, sad, and emotionally drained, almost lifeless. But as the episodes go by, we slowly understand why. She gradually changes: she smiles more, reacts more, gets shy, and starts breaking down her emotional walls.
Sang Yan is very tsundere he acts like he doesn’t care, yet he’s always there for her. What I love most about him is that he’s professionally reliable and incredibly considerate toward Yifan. He gives her exactly what she needs: a quiet, reassuring presence, never forcing himself or his feelings onto her. He treats her with so much delicacy, pays attention to every small detail, and it’s truly admirable. He loves her deeply, but never excessively.
The second couple is just as compelling and has nothing to be ashamed of. Si Qiao, the female lead’s friend, is such a joy to watch the kind of friend anyone could have in real life: energetic, funny, full of life, and coming from a big family. Hao An, on the other hand, is a socially awkward young man who simply longs for love. It feels like he didn’t even realize the small joys in his life until Si Qiao helped him open his eyes.
I genuinely don’t understand people who say this drama is bad or that the main couple lacks chemistry. In my opinion, those viewers probably only watched up to episodes 6–11 and stopped there. This is a relationship that takes its time slow, subtle, and deeply realistic and that’s exactly what makes it so beautiful.
All in all, this is a 10/10 for me. And I’m convinced that once you finish it, it will stay with you you’ll remember everything.
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There’s so much to say… At the moment, I’m still watching and I’m currently on episode 18.
The atmosphere is melancholic, dramatic, and romantic at the same time. It’s a true slice of life, grounded in reality, with no exaggeration or unnecessary drama which is exactly what I love. It’s subtle, never over the top. This drama takes a much more realistic approach, far from the clichés and caricatures of overly formulaic rom-coms. This feels like real life.
As for the story, there isn’t really a traditional plot. We simply follow the daily lives of young adults and the gradual development of their relationships, while touching on many meaningful themes such as family, friendship, love, illness, and grief.
I really appreciated how the past relationship between Wen Yifan and Sang Yan is revealed through short flashbacks at the beginning of each episode. It’s far more effective than having a long “teenage” arc placed in the middle of episodes, which often breaks the pacing. Here, the flashbacks are thoughtfully structured and never disrupt the rhythm of the story.
The characters are genuinely lovable (except for Yifan’s awful family). Sang Yan, in particular, touched me deeply he’s such a human and sincere character.
At first, Wen Yifan appears cold, sad, and emotionally drained, almost lifeless. But as the episodes go by, we slowly understand why. She gradually changes: she smiles more, reacts more, gets shy, and starts breaking down her emotional walls.
Sang Yan is very tsundere he acts like he doesn’t care, yet he’s always there for her. What I love most about him is that he’s professionally reliable and incredibly considerate toward Yifan. He gives her exactly what she needs: a quiet, reassuring presence, never forcing himself or his feelings onto her. He treats her with so much delicacy, pays attention to every small detail, and it’s truly admirable. He loves her deeply, but never excessively.
The second couple is just as compelling and has nothing to be ashamed of. Si Qiao, the female lead’s friend, is such a joy to watch the kind of friend anyone could have in real life: energetic, funny, full of life, and coming from a big family. Hao An, on the other hand, is a socially awkward young man who simply longs for love. It feels like he didn’t even realize the small joys in his life until Si Qiao helped him open his eyes.
I genuinely don’t understand people who say this drama is bad or that the main couple lacks chemistry. In my opinion, those viewers probably only watched up to episodes 6–11 and stopped there. This is a relationship that takes its time slow, subtle, and deeply realistic and that’s exactly what makes it so beautiful.
All in all, this is a 10/10 for me. And I’m convinced that once you finish it, it will stay with you you’ll remember everything.