tabnoid

This drama is that underwatched here that I had to make a review to give my thoughts about it. If you want a realistic mystery/investigation drama that stays consistent towards the end then its for you. If you come looking for romance then I advice to still give it a try however the focus might be more on realistic and mature relationships.

I can see why dramas like these are underwatched since both MLs are actual imperfect yet so well refined characters, like they feel alive. To summarize, the main lead is not the typical dark/grey/red flag that is cold and unfazed towards the female lead, the ones that is pretty much oversaturated in cdramas, it is the opposite. A love triangle of a longing and active main lead who's spoiled, free and willing to act and contrasts the second main lead who's willing but bound by higher power. Genuinely, people would be turn off by the moment they see such main lead but forget that character storytelling is a vital part of stories. One of my favorite moments in this was when Han Muzhi broke down in the streets to basically vent his frustration on feeling powerless. I just love stories that exploits each character's weaknesses and make it their strength, room to grow and makes it a believable story.

This is a great costume drama and don't let fragile characters who's a rarity in cdramas cloud your judgement. Memorable villain as well.

I would love to see more dramas like this in this color grading style with less grainy and sharpening adding a more realistic feel. Recommended