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Simply the best
From the very first five minutes, I was hooked. The plot, the characters, the acting—everything was executed so well. The 36 episodes flew by, and honestly, it wasn’t enough. What really impressed me was how nothing felt dragged out, which is incredibly rare for dramas with 30+ episodes. Every scene had purpose, and the pacing was tight from start to finish.
I loved how straightforward the story was. The FL and ML got married early on, and they were completely honest about their intentions from the beginning. You’d think that having everything out in the open would kill the suspense, but it didn’t—if anything, it made the drama even more engaging. There was so much action, so many heartfelt and even humorous moments.
The camaraderie between the generals was one of my favorite elements. Despite Wei Shao marrying a Qiao, his men remained fiercely loyal to him—and their respect extended to Lady Wei as well. That quiet, unshakable loyalty added a layer of depth and emotion that hit hard. And when Wei Liang died, it was heartbreaking. But the moment that truly wrecked me was when Wei Qu found his body and vowed to bring him home, no matter the cost. That scene will stay with me for a long time.
Why not a perfect 10? The ending, while satisfying in many ways, felt rushed. I would’ve loved to see Lady Wei’s reaction upon learning her cousin had passed. It also would’ve been deeply moving to see the people of Wei welcome their Lord home—and to witness a final, emotional reunion between Wei Shao and his cousin, honoring his sacrifice.
And yes, I was hoping for one last glimpse into Lady Wei’s life—perhaps a second child, just like in the book—so her husband could finally be there for the birth and witness that joy firsthand.
Still, even with those minor shortcomings, The Prisoner of Beauty is an exceptional drama. It reignited my love for historical series and left me craving more. If this is the standard C-dramas are setting now, I’m all in.
I loved how straightforward the story was. The FL and ML got married early on, and they were completely honest about their intentions from the beginning. You’d think that having everything out in the open would kill the suspense, but it didn’t—if anything, it made the drama even more engaging. There was so much action, so many heartfelt and even humorous moments.
The camaraderie between the generals was one of my favorite elements. Despite Wei Shao marrying a Qiao, his men remained fiercely loyal to him—and their respect extended to Lady Wei as well. That quiet, unshakable loyalty added a layer of depth and emotion that hit hard. And when Wei Liang died, it was heartbreaking. But the moment that truly wrecked me was when Wei Qu found his body and vowed to bring him home, no matter the cost. That scene will stay with me for a long time.
Why not a perfect 10? The ending, while satisfying in many ways, felt rushed. I would’ve loved to see Lady Wei’s reaction upon learning her cousin had passed. It also would’ve been deeply moving to see the people of Wei welcome their Lord home—and to witness a final, emotional reunion between Wei Shao and his cousin, honoring his sacrifice.
And yes, I was hoping for one last glimpse into Lady Wei’s life—perhaps a second child, just like in the book—so her husband could finally be there for the birth and witness that joy firsthand.
Still, even with those minor shortcomings, The Prisoner of Beauty is an exceptional drama. It reignited my love for historical series and left me craving more. If this is the standard C-dramas are setting now, I’m all in.
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