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I normally don't review BLs but this ... this is an exception. This is truly one of the best of its genre and I would be happily ranking it this high even outside of its genre. This drama served so much heart and dramatic whimsy that I have never once felt bored while watching any of the 24 episodes. I can find myself laughing one moment and crying my heart out the next, all in the span of just one episode. I could literally feel myself living through these characters with these episodes. Despite how ridiculous the premise of the plot is (I mean... just look at that summary lol), the characters are so relatable and also so, so human.

Kudos to all the actors and the whole production crew that pulled this series together. There's nothing better than watching a show so good that every episode can get people to come together to analyze every character action and plot point. The cinematography, music, and acting for certain pivotal scenes needs a special shout out (episodes 11, 18 and 19, I'm looking at you), as well as the absolute incredible chemistry between Zi Yu and Tian Xu Ning, who truly embodied their characters and really brought Wu Suo Wei and Chi Cheng to life.

NOTE: Please heed the warnings and don't go into this expecting all flowers and rainbows because you will be disappointed. The show is based off a novel that is wildly unhinged and was written a long time ago. They've tamed it down a lot but 99% of the characters I would say are morally grey at best, and certain plot points do require a suspension of belief. This show isn't for everyone, and that's okay. However, if you do watch it, you are in for a hell of a ride. Enjoy the journey!