3
Sweet Like Candy, A Fluffy Drama Worth the Mood
This drama isn’t for everyone, and definitely not for just any time, you have to be in the right mood to truly enjoy it.
Years ago, I dropped it five minutes into the first episode. This time around, though, I thoroughly enjoyed it, I was smiling the entire time.
This is pure fluff, like sweet candy without a hint of bitter coffee on the side. It leans more into friendship than romance, with the romance being a super slow burn. But that’s part of its charm.
What I Loved:
Friendship First:
The interactions between all the characters were just fun. One friend was so unrealistically dumb, but also totally adorable, so I didn’t mind. The trio of Ji Qiu, Fu Qile, and Song Rong Rong was especially cute. The shooter friend group had a great vibe, and the high school friends were heartwarming.
Characters & Cast:
Ji Qiu (FL):
She’s both mature and adorable, a lovable main lead who knows what she wants, even if it takes time. Yang Yang was a great fit for this role; her expressions were hilarious, and the director angle suited her well.
Zhou Zi Qian (ML):
Starts off charming but becomes more immature as the show goes on, not a bad thing, just unexpected. At first glance, he seems mature, but he’s actually a big kid. He has plenty of awkward, funny, and endearing moments. He Yu nailed the casting, the smile/smirk combo was perfect for the role.
Fu Qile (SML):
The “too good to be true” second male lead. Narcissistic in the most lovable way, handsome, thoughtful, and surprisingly mature… unless he’s with Zhou Zi Qian. Their frenemies dynamic was gold. Every scene with the two of them was entertaining. Why are a gold medalist shooter and a psychology lecturer bickering like kids? Who knows, but I loved it. They’re “different words, same font.” I like how they bond a friendship through rivalry. I might have caught Second Male Lead Syndrome.
Romance:
Honestly, the second and third couples worked better for me than the main one.
Xu Wang & Song Rong Rong:
Absolutely adorable together.
Fu Tian:
She didn’t get much screen time, but she made it count. Super cute character, her interactions with her brother and Zhou Yu Bei and Zi Qian were sweet and fun.
The sibling dynamics across the board were also really enjoyable.
This is an unrealistic, feel-good romcom with not much plot, but tons of cuteness and good vibes. If you're in the mood for light, fluffy entertainment with fun characters and slow-burn romance, this one’s for you.
Years ago, I dropped it five minutes into the first episode. This time around, though, I thoroughly enjoyed it, I was smiling the entire time.
This is pure fluff, like sweet candy without a hint of bitter coffee on the side. It leans more into friendship than romance, with the romance being a super slow burn. But that’s part of its charm.
What I Loved:
Friendship First:
The interactions between all the characters were just fun. One friend was so unrealistically dumb, but also totally adorable, so I didn’t mind. The trio of Ji Qiu, Fu Qile, and Song Rong Rong was especially cute. The shooter friend group had a great vibe, and the high school friends were heartwarming.
Characters & Cast:
Ji Qiu (FL):
She’s both mature and adorable, a lovable main lead who knows what she wants, even if it takes time. Yang Yang was a great fit for this role; her expressions were hilarious, and the director angle suited her well.
Zhou Zi Qian (ML):
Starts off charming but becomes more immature as the show goes on, not a bad thing, just unexpected. At first glance, he seems mature, but he’s actually a big kid. He has plenty of awkward, funny, and endearing moments. He Yu nailed the casting, the smile/smirk combo was perfect for the role.
Fu Qile (SML):
The “too good to be true” second male lead. Narcissistic in the most lovable way, handsome, thoughtful, and surprisingly mature… unless he’s with Zhou Zi Qian. Their frenemies dynamic was gold. Every scene with the two of them was entertaining. Why are a gold medalist shooter and a psychology lecturer bickering like kids? Who knows, but I loved it. They’re “different words, same font.” I like how they bond a friendship through rivalry. I might have caught Second Male Lead Syndrome.
Romance:
Honestly, the second and third couples worked better for me than the main one.
Xu Wang & Song Rong Rong:
Absolutely adorable together.
Fu Tian:
She didn’t get much screen time, but she made it count. Super cute character, her interactions with her brother and Zhou Yu Bei and Zi Qian were sweet and fun.
The sibling dynamics across the board were also really enjoyable.
This is an unrealistic, feel-good romcom with not much plot, but tons of cuteness and good vibes. If you're in the mood for light, fluffy entertainment with fun characters and slow-burn romance, this one’s for you.
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