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Small on Logic, Mighty on Fun & Chaos

Small & Mighty was a fun watch overall, don’t go in expecting a serious law drama though, because logic definitely takes a backseat here. It's mostly comedy, and it knows it. The real draw is the bickering duo of lawyers and the chaos they bring.

The show runs on a case-of-the-week setup. Each case spans a few episodes before moving on, and most of them are pretty entertaining.

Liu Lang is a well-known, high-priced lawyer who's a bit unhinged. He’s not exactly a great person, he’ll do whatever it takes to win, even if his client is obviously in the wrong. He worships money and is kind of a “womanizer”. But one day, a kid shows up calling him "Daddy" and chaos follows. After a scandal, he ends up broke, sells everything, and suddenly has to work at this shabby little law firm.

That’s where he meets Lin Xia Yan again, a rookie lawyer who’s way too righteous for her own good. These two constantly bicker and their dynamic is gold. The whole firm is a quirky bunch, and their group interactions are honestly one of the highlights.

Oh, and Liang Liang (the kid) is so adorable. Like, scene-stealer level cute.

As the drama goes on, Liu Lang very slowly becomes a slightly better human. Meanwhile, Lin Xia Yan learns that maybe being a justice warrior 24/7 isn’t always the way, and that sometimes, not helping can be okay too (maybe).

Overall this is a recommend watch for when you want a lighthearted and emotional sometimes fictional legal drama.

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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.

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What A Silly Little Drama!

*My high rating is because of the entertainment factor*

This short drama may not "objectively" good-- it has some obvious bad editing and lightening, the script is not the best and is a bit childish..but hear me out!

It's highly entertaining and enjoyable. It was overly cute and fluffy, and the comedy just worked perfectly for my broken humor.
The story is nothing new, how many fake-boyfriend trope have you seen? Consider this one just another one.

This is not a serious drama, it doesn't take itself seriously and makes sure you know that too. They quite used the low-budget in their favor by making fun of it and using it as a tool for the comedy.

The directing of the drama was for me! I could honestly see what was the director's vision and I like that.

FL is really beautiful, SFL is also gorgeous. ML is handsome and SML is adorable. Probably what made the show overly binge-worthy is the chemistry between all four of them, either as friends or lovers-- they were just cute together.

So overall, this is not for everyone, and I understand that, but for me it was fine. I might rewatch a random episode later to be honest. If you want to watch this, turn your brain off and sit back, take this as a time passer.

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Overall it's quite cute and easy to watch.

I honestly had no intention of watching this drama at first, but the number of people calling it a disappointment made me curious 💀.

Surprisingly, it turned out to be quite cute! It’s the kind of show that works perfectly as background noise while you're doing other things, but I actually found myself getting invested in the story. I really enjoyed the OST; even though it was played often, I didn’t mind because it was genuinely nice.

The visuals were decent enough, but the overall experience could’ve been improved with better direction and editing.

I really liked the first couple, they were adorable together. From their first meeting and small misunderstandings to the romance, the breakup letter, and the sweet university moments… their journey felt warm and comforting. And their hugs were so soft.
I get why some people were disappointed by the lack of a kiss, but personally, I didn’t have an issue with it.

The second couple might’ve been my favorite though! I loved their friendship stage, they had such a playful and affectionate dynamic, and he treated her so well. They were seriously cute.

The friendship among the whole group was another highlight for me. It added a nice layer of warmth to the story overall.

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Just Another Idol Drama, But I Liked It Anyway

Okay, so this is definitely one of those web dramas, you know, not "objectively good" by any means, but still somehow super enjoyable if you're into idol stuff or casual web dramas.

The editing was kinda all over the place, the acting, Well... they're idols, not award-winning actors. And sometimes the background music was so loud I could barely hear what they were saying. But honestly I still liked every episode.

It’s got that typical low-budget charm, and yeah, the main pull is definitely the familiar faces. If you're not already into K-pop or used to the web drama style, this might not be your thing, especially with the full-on performances they squeezed into every episode. But if you're like me and enjoy that kind of thing, it's a fun watch.

Xion and Chaeyeon were super cute together. Their awkward hand-holding and hugging scenes were sweet (in that "aww, they’re trying" kind of way). The kiss was fake ,of course, but hey, we all saw that coming. Still, the chemistry was there, and I liked them as a pair.

The storyline was pretty soft and simple. Chaerin, a tired idol, meets Jungwoo, a failed musician working at a chicken shop, and they become each other’s comfort zone. I actually really liked Jungwoo’s dynamic with the chicken shop boss, kind of a wholesome father-son vibe. And that twist at the end! That the boss's first love is Jungwoo's mother ?? Surprisingly sweet, although I expected. Also loved that the part-time girl became part of their little found family too.

The ex-girlfriend was... surprisingly not annoying??

And Chaerin’s relationship with her manager was nice too, supportive, not toxic or overdone.

Now, Dongmyung’s character? Ugh, just annoying, sorry. But still kinda funny that they cast real life twin brothers to go from friends to enemies lol.

And I gotta say, seeing the Xion x Chaeyeon, Xion x Dongmyung, and Dongmyung x Chaeyeon duets was a fun little treat.


So yeah, not a masterpiece, but if you’re here for idols, soft romance, and a cozy lil story with some heart, it's worth the watch. Just don’t go in expecting peak drama quality. Go in for the vibes!

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Perfect For When You Need A Cute No-brainer Watch

I started this out of pure desperation because I was going through withdrawal symptoms from We Are and Your Sky. I just needed something sweet, slightly ridiculous, and with that emotional fluff to fill the void. Normally, I don’t go for dramas with 24 episodes,that’s a commitment, but the way this one split things up into 8-episode arcs per couple worked in their favor. I could mentally clock in and out without burnout.

Not gonna lie, this show gets so childish and so cliché at times, I physically had to pause to recover from the cringe. But weirdly It worked for me. Like, I’d roll my eyes, say “not this again,” and then press play anyway because I was actually enjoying it. It’s light, dumb, dramatic, comforting, all the things I wanted and didn’t want at the same time. A true guilty pleasure, except I don’t even feel that guilty.


💙 Arm & Arc

They’re the classic cliché duo, cold senior × sunshine freshman. Enemies to lovers... kind of. They start off bickering and annoying each other, and next thing you know they’re glued together and being disgustingly clingy.
Honestly, I liked their dating era way more than their chaotic beginnings.

Arc becomes Arm’s peer mentor and pursues Arm while maintaining his cold act. Like, yes he crosses some boundaries, and yes I side-eyed him more than once, but I did appreciate how Arm pushed back and didn’t just melt instantly.
But still it was a sweet story that us entertaining.

Also, the Arm-Po-Sand trio? ICONIC. Dumb, dumber, and dumbest, and I love all three with my entire heart. Their chaotic energy is unmatched. You can separate couples, plotlines, entire timelines,but not that friendship.
And Po?? That’s a man right there. He didn’t even do much but somehow stole every scene.



🐶 Yotha & Gun

Another “emotionally constipated boy falls for a human ray of sunshine” situation. Similar vibes to Arm & Arc but with more emotional repression and more ✨red flags✨.

Gun meets Yotha through Faifa (Gun’s friend, Yotha’s brother), and it spirals from there. Gun gets teased constantly, they literally refer to him as a puppy, and honestly, I felt bad about it until I realized he actually likes it?? Who am I to judge.
Faifa standing up to Yotha after the fight? That scene was so good. Gun being scared and hiding behind Faifa?? I ate that up.

But I really wish Gun didn’t forgive Yotha so fast after That Kiss with Wa. Like HELLO? I needed more groveling. Just a bit more pain.

Their dating era was cute though. Genuinely. Also: I see the vision, but “love cures trauma and turns you into a better person” okay, but why are we still doing that.

(P.S. Gun and Arm are literally the same person in different fonts. Loud, goofy, loyal. Put them in a room and it’s a competition of who can be more golden-retriever.)



🍷 Faifa & Wine

THESE TWO!!!!!!! These soft little creatures own my whole heart.

They’re both afraid of being unlovable in different ways, and the way they find each other??? Ugh. Faifa is your classic people-pleaser, always the funny friend, always brushing off his own feelings, always taking care of everyone but himself. And then there’s Wine, who’s got actual insecurities about being gay, which surprised me considering the rest of this show is basically “everyone’s queer until proven otherwise.”

I loved their first meeting, I loved their awkward phase, and I LOVED how they opened up to each other. Their emotional intimacy hit harder than I expected. I didn’t think I’d get a soft, cautious exploration of queerness here, but I did, and it was wholesome.

Protect them at all costs.




🤍 Side Couples

Pond & Sand – A very cute side thing. Pond being lowkey flirty while Sand remains blissfully oblivious.

Jet & Pun – Token straight couple in this aggressively gay universe. Honestly, they were adorable. It was refreshing to see a het couple that didn’t feel shoehorned in for drama.

Klao & Warit – Okay. At first, I was like: “Do we really need these two?” They were introduced as already-in-a-relationship and just… constantly fighting. Felt toxic, messy, and not in a fun way. But somehow, they grew on me. I don’t know when it happened, but by the time the proposal, I was lowkey cheering. The magic of drama pacing, I guess.



Final Thoughts:

Yes, it’s cliché. Yes, it’s often cringey. Yes, some of the plots feel like they were written by a lovesick 15-year-old.
And yet I liked it.
It gave me the sweet friend-group dynamics, the fluffy romance, the chaotic college vibes, and the emotional crumbs I needed to get through my We Are/Your Sky withdrawal.

Would I recommend it? Yes, if you’re okay with cheesiness, tropes, and occasional eye-rolls in exchange for major feel-good energy.

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What A Fun Ride!

I really enjoyed this show overall. What stood out the most to me was how the three women, each from completely different walks of life, come together with one goal: to take revenge on the awful people in their lives. They all carry their own trauma and emotional baggage. Some have families they want to protect, while others are weighed down by families that never gave them the love they deserved. That contrast was so powerful.

The villains were absolutely hateable. Not in a classy or clever way either, they're disgusting, childish, ridiculous, and honestly just stupid. There's no complexity, no redemption arc, and definitely no charm. And that’s exactly what made it so satisfying when revenge finally came for them. It felt earned.

But beyond the revenge, what I loved most was the friendship. Whether it was between the women or the children, it felt so genuine and warm. They weren’t just friends, they became a family. The found-family theme was so strong and beautiful.

I especially adored the mother-child dynamics. Jeong Hye and Soo Gyeom’s bond was everything. Watching them grow closer and become each other’s person was one of the emotional highlights for me.

If you're into stories about revenge, healing, and found family, with a good dose of satisfaction from watching truly awful villains get what they deserve, this one is definitely a must-watch!

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When Your Favorite Kpop Idols Run A Mart!

This was surprisingly a delightful, heartwarming, and fun watch. They clearly didn’t have a big budget for this web series, but honestly, they did really well with what they had.

I want to give major praise to the writing, it’s tight and purposeful. Everything that gets introduced, no matter how small, ends up being relevant to the plot. Nothing feels random or unnecessary. From the episode titles to little things like the photocard, sticker, and candy, each one played a role in moving the story forward and connecting the characters in some way.

The story itself is super enjoyable. It follows Thunder Boys, a nugu K-pop group that disbanded five years ago after losing a member in an accident. Now, they’ve come back together to run a mart. They hit a few bumps along the way but get through it together, with the help of Yerim, the senior part-timer who’s been working at Boram Mart for seven years.

The main characters are easy to root for, and even the villain is cartoonish in a fun way, easy to dislike, but he eventually gets his moment of growth and asks for forgiveness, which gives his arc a nice sense of closure.

I really loved the dynamics within the group. Each member has their own distinct personality, age, and background, but somehow they mesh perfectly. Sure, they bicker a lot, but one thing they all agree on: the maknae is absolutely adorable and must be protected at all costs!

The premise is simple, the episodes are short, and watching them face challenges and grow together was genuinely fun. It’s a great pick for when you want something lighthearted, easy to follow, and full of heart. Definitely binge-worthy.

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What an amazing and bold story!

This wasn't made just for entertainment, it's a fictional story built on real, ongoing issues that many people face every day.

Filmed in the city of Okinawa, home to one of the largest U.S. military bases in Asia, the drama follows Omine Sakura, a Black-Japanese woman who claims she was raped by a U.S. soldier. Komatsu Kie, a magazine writer, travels to Okinawa to interview her. As the story unfolds, so does the complex and painful truth.

This drama addresses much more than rape, sexual assault, and victim-blaming. It also explores PTSD, racism, sexism, prejudice, the tension caused by military presence, and the daily struggles of women living there.

At its heart are strong female protagonists and side characters who confront both internal and external battles, often in silence, but with unwavering strength.

The drama may not be perfect, but it is undeniably bold, important, and necessary.

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You Better Love This!

Well, this was so good. I liked it a lot, honestly, I loved it. It had been lying in my PTW list for a while, and I have no idea why I didn’t watch it earlier. I kept putting it off for no reason, and now I’m just wondering what took me so long.

The dynamic between the leads was everything. That gradual build-up as they got closer step by step was really well done. It was both enemies-to-lovers and friends-to-lovers, depending on how you choose to see it. And that layered feeling made it even more interesting to watch.

Zhou Shu Yi was such a fun character. A bit childish and playful, but not in an exaggerated or annoying way, more like how an actual 21-year-old might be that way. It felt believable. But he’s also smart, and even though he can be a little narcissistic at times, it comes off as endearing more than anything else. I found him really charming. Plus, his habit of randomly throwing in Japanese words here and there, I loved that. it made his personality even more distinct.

Then there’s Gao Shi De. He’s gentle, caring, and calm for the most part, but you can also see how sharp and intelligent he is. He had his playful moments too, and I appreciated that he knew when to be serious and when to be light. His personality worked so well with Zhou Shu Yi’s. it made their interactions feel balanced and genuine.

The whole "enemy" angle from Zhou Shu Yi’s point of view, that constant rivalry from elementary school through university, where Gao Shi De is always first and he’s always second, was actually really well written. It added tension and humor at the same time. But then we get Gao Shi De’s perspective, and suddenly it’s not a rivalry, it’s a long-standing one-sided love. That shift in narrative hit hard. You realize that everything Gao Shi De did had meaning, and he was never competing with Zhou Shu Yi. he just loved him quietly, from a distance.

And when Zhou Shu Yi finds out that his two childhood friends are dating, one of whom he had feelings for, that moment really sets things in motion. Gao Shi De steps in, wanting to comfort him but also finally getting the chance to grow closer because of his own feelings. Watching them slowly go from misunderstanding to trust, from awkward to intimate, was so satisfying. Their relationship development was natural and engaging. And even after they got together, I liked that their playful rivalry didn’t disappear—it stayed a part of their dynamic, and it just worked.

Pei Shou Yi was another character I found interesting. I was genuinely curious about what he was thinking most of the time. He wasn’t just a background character, he influenced the story and the leads’ relationship in small but important ways. I’d say their connection progressed more than once because of his actions or presence.

Also, I have to mention Gao Shi De’s mom. She didn’t have a ton of screen time, but I liked her a lot. She left a strong impression and added a softness to Gao Shi De’s character, helping us see another side of him.

This drama really had everything I was hoping for, great writing, strong performances, and incredible chemistry between the leads. Every emotional beat hit just right, and the pacing of the relationship felt honest and real.

I’m so glad I finally watched it.

On to Season 2!

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A Beautiful Lesbian Story

I only watched the first episode of the first season before giving up. Fuyu being married with a husband and daughter while trying to reconnect with her ex-girlfriend made me uncomfortable, and I didn’t really like her character at the time.

Still, I decided to give Season 2 a try after hearing it could be watched on its own, and I’m really glad I did. It was actually pretty good!

I really liked Fuyu and Itsuki together. They were so cute. I appreciated that Fuyu had an honest conversation with her husband and daughter, and that they supported her being into women.

Yeoreum was an interesting character too, though I didn’t like how she seemed to push herself onto Itsuki. I would’ve preferred if her story focused more on her coming out publicly as a lesbian artist, that alone could’ve been a powerful step toward creating a safer and more visible space for the LGBTQ+ community.

One of the strongest messages in the series was that people within the community deserve to be seen, not hidden, and that visibility is key to building a more accepting and safe society.

I also really liked Fuyu’s daughter, she was sweet, and I loved seeing her with both of her moms. I appreciated the small but meaningful moment that showed how kids aren’t naturally weirded out by same-sex couples — they’re taught to be.

All in all, this was really worth watching, and I liked how it ended too.

Coming out as Lesbians publicly is not easy and I'm proud of them!

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A Cute And Wholesome Continuation

This was just plain cute, that’s all I need to say. The tone stayed true to the original series, which made it all the more enjoyable. It was mostly fan service wrapped in cuteness, but I’m not complaining, I loved every bit of it.

The plot wasn’t too deep. Just some birthday/anniversary surprises and a bit of jealousy here and there. Fah is such an unrealistically perfect green flag, and I adore how cute he gets when he's jealous. Fah and Teerak make an absolutely adorable couple.

I did think Fah’s jealousy was a bit much, but then his brother Lee came in and completely outdid him, which was hilarious. I really liked the Klai and Lee pairing; they were the only couple that showed actual development from friends to lovers, while the others were already established. Lee’s reaction when Klai confessed he wanted more than friendship? Priceless. Totally fell in love with them.

The real Hia couple were cute too.

But there was a bit of drama with an ex-lover, but honestly, I never see exes as real love rivals, there’s a reason they’re in the past.

All in all, I have no complaints. It was a light, cute watch, and I enjoyed it a lot.

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Great Chemistry And Visuals, Terrible Plot

I’m kind of disappointed with the plot, even though I have to admit I had some fun watching the drama overall. I definitely skipped a few scenes that felt unnecessary or dragged out, but there were parts that were really entertaining too. The whole parallel world premiere idea had so much potential, and I was genuinely looking forward to where the story could go. It could have been something really great if it had been written better, but they just had to ruin it with that plot twist.

So here’s what happens. Cir gets into an accident and wakes up claiming he’s from another world. He says that in that world he’s Phu’s boyfriend. At first, this sounds interesting, even a bit romantic in a weird sci-fi way. He knows everything about Phu, his favorite food, his habits, tiny little details that would make sense if he really was his boyfriend in another universe. But then they decide to hit us with the twist: he’s not from another world at all. He’s just a stalker. All that knowledge about Phu? Not because of some deep soul connection across worlds. Just years of watching him. It honestly threw me off.

Are we supposed to root for Cir after that? Because I couldn’t. I tried, but that kind of manipulation just isn’t something I can overlook, especially in a romance. And Phu being so naive didn’t help either. He’s sweet and innocent and it felt like Cir was taking full advantage of that. The dynamic shifts from romantic to uncomfortable once you realize what’s actually going on. This kind of twist might have worked in a psychological thriller or even a crime drama. I would have loved it there. But in a love story? It just made me feel uneasy. Stalking isn’t romantic. It’s creepy. And trying to pass it off as passion or devotion just feels wrong.

I know Cir’s mom was terrible and did so many horrible things, but just because your mom is a bxtch doesn’t mean you’re justified to be one too. Traumatic upbringing doesn’t give anyone a free pass to manipulate others. That part of his character might’ve added depth if it had been handled with more nuance, but here it just felt like an excuse to excuse his behavior.

And I kind of didn’t care about the side characters. I’m pretty sure the writer didn’t either. The friends and second couple were clearly thrown in for comic relief, but they didn’t relieve any comedy. It all felt forced and flat. Also, can we talk about Ozone for a second? He’s Cir’s brother who just randomly appears so Cir can freely be weirdly obsessed with Phu , and then they leave him with the mom at the end like that’s totally fine? What was that?

That said, I’m not going to lie. The chemistry between Cir and Phu was undeniable. There were so many cute and spicy moments that really worked if you could forget about the whole manipulation thing for a second. Their interactions had a kind of natural spark to them, and I found myself enjoying a lot of their scenes together despite everything. It’s one of those rare cases where the actors manage to carry the emotional weight even when the writing doesn’t support it.

The one thing that really stood out, though, was the production value. The cinematography was beautiful. There were so many visually striking scenes that I kept noticing throughout the series. One of my favorites was the contrast between the warm orange and cold blue lighting in their apartments during episode three. It was such a pretty and subtle way of showing the differences between their lives and emotional states. The color grading was just really well done in general. And the camera work felt intentional, not just point and shoot. Even the song choices added a lot of emotion to the scenes. The NSFW moments were surprisingly well shot too. Not over the top, but still intimate and engaging.

Overall, I wouldn’t say it was a bad watch. I was entertained, and there were definitely elements that kept me engaged. But the story could have been so much better. There was so much potential in the parallel world setup and they wasted it on a twist that just made everything uncomfortable. If they had leaned into the sci-fi element or given us a real reason to root for Cir without making him a stalker, this could have been something special. But unfortunately, it just ended up being another story that almost got there but didn’t quite stick the landing.

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"Life Treats Men Better Than Women"

This was honestly such a great watch. I really enjoyed the script, the cinematography, the acting, and especially the relationship between You Yi and Yan Wei.

The story follows You Yi, a famous writer whose world falls apart when she’s betrayed by both her husband and her best friend. On top of that, she becomes entangled in a murder case. Amid the chaos, she meets Yan Wei, a cold and emotionally guarded woman who works in a photography shop. Slowly, the two grow close.

You Yi is portrayed as sweet and innocent, a little naive at times, but also deeply self-aware. I really admired how strong she was when facing betrayal. Despite her husband’s manipulative apologies and even discovering she’s pregnant, she chooses to leave him. She knows her worth and understands that a baby doesn’t fix a broken relationship. That was such a powerful moment, and I was proud of her.

Yan Wei, on the other hand, is hardened by a past where she was taught to survive alone. Emotions and trust were foreign to her until she stepped into a “normal life” that involved relationships and vulnerability.

Their dynamic was incredibly compelling, like sunshine and her protector. While this was marketed as a “sismance,” there were so many romantic undertones that I couldn’t help but read between the lines, and absolutely loved every second of it. Yan Wei, usually emotionless, would soften whenever You Yi called her “Wei Wei” or gently touched her hair. Her quiet blushes said it all. She protected You Yi at any cost, even risking her own safety and identity.

When You Yi was pregnant, Yan Wei cared for her as if she were her wife. There’s even a moment where Yan Wei says she could be the father of the child, and they took couple photos together while You Yi was expecting. Every scene with them made me smile. Their bond was deep, tender, and so genuine. As far as I’m concerned, they were wives. They raised a child together. No one can convince me otherwise.

But given the setting (Republic-era China) I suppose I should’ve expected that a happily-ever-after wasn’t in the cards, especially for two women. The ending felt more open than outright sad, but it definitely seemed like it was building toward a second season before getting canceled. Still, the ending didn’t take away from my enjoyment at all. Life is messy, and their story reflected that.

As for the male characters… none of them really stood out to me. The detective was probably the most tolerable, but I wasn’t impressed. The husband? He can rot. Honestly, I didn’t care about any of the men. I just wanted more screentime for these two beautiful women in love! (Yes, I know the men served plot purposes—but still.)

Cinematography-wise, the series looked beautiful, and the music choices were spot-on. I do wish there had been a bit more variety in the wardrobe, especially for You Yi as a wealthy woman. Still, what they wore was elegant and suited their characters.

Overall, I loved this series. Whether for the plot or the nuanced relationship between You Yi and Yan Wei,or both. I highly recommend watching it. An easy 9/10.

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Me And The Merman In My Bathroom!

This was actually a really good and fun watch. It had humor, friendship, a good plot, and heart! This little gem is definitely worth watching.

Long Jie is a high school student who’s been living with his grandpa after his parents died. One day, after his grandpa passes away, Long Jie falls into the sea and gets saved by a merman. There's this saying that if a merman is saved by a human, he has to grant a wish. Turns out, this merman was saved by Long Jie's grandpa years ago, and the wish he made was for his grandson’s happiness. So now the merman, who Long Jie names Li Ren Yu, has 49 days to make him happy so he can return to the sea.

This was absolutely hilarious. I laughed at so many jokes. I think I’m getting used to Taiwanese humor and honestly, it’s so good. But then it also hits you in the feels by the end and yep... tears.

The friendships were amazing to watch. I loved the youthful energy of the group. Long Jie, Cong Jian, Bi Yu, even the bully guy Da Bao. All of them were so much fun. The bromance between Long Jie and Ren Yu was the highlight for me. I get why people wanted this to be a BL because the chemistry was there, like wow. But I actually really liked that it wasn’t. I’d even say it wouldn’t have been as powerful if it was a romance. Their platonic bond was deeper than any ocean. And sometimes that hits harder than any love story.

It starts off like “there’s a monster living in my bathroom” and slowly becomes something really beautiful. They care so much about each other. They go through so much. And it genuinely hurt when Ren Yu had to leave. I wasn’t ready to let go.

But like... be honest... this had every single BL-coded scene. I kept thinking “ok but kiss?” even while loving the whole deep friendship angle. They literally bathed together every night even though Ren Yu didn’t have “that thing” lol.

Also, I actually liked the soft romance between Bi Yu and Long Jie. Awkward boy meets confident, quiet girl is Kinda adorable.

Overall, do yourself a favor and watch this please!!!

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