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My interpretation is that Cui lin was not jealous. She could care less. She has no need for a man. While most women are out shopping for a guy, not Cui Lin.

This movie is supposed to be light-hearted and humorous and not serious. You have to be able to enjoy it as entertainment value only. If you see bamboo dragon flies flying out of nowhere, don't question why, it's for symbolism. I don't see other movies getting slammed so much on characters not being up to expectations. However, I think there is serious note to this movie that is subtle and deep having to do with human emotions, and maybe that is what is riling up people what they see on the surface cannot reconcile it, and movies are not always clear, and left it to viewers interpretation.

Even if cuilin is a bad character, I still enjoy the movie because that is the script, and it makes for good dynamics and tensions. It's not real life. I could care less if she's not a good person. I just want to be entertained whether it's a good character or bad character.

that whole thing about her being LCF concubine got Li Ni figuring out her true identify. Remember Bao told Li Ni he is a genius once in a century and the best scout. he can figure out things. what we are seeing is battle of wits.

Xu Kai and Jing Tian explained it in their live stream. They said it was necessary to use both real and fake horses. The horses were imported (so that means they may not be as tamed) are tall and fierce, and hard to control. If the horses get scared with all the heavy filming equipment around especially the heavy noisy drones flying about them overhead and around them, they will get scared and run off. The roads they are filming are narrow paths, and if you fall off your horse, you could roll down the hill and be gone. They cannot risk injury and delay in shooting. I don't know why they had to bring in special horses that are so fierce although they are quite beautiful especially the white one. Jing Tian said these horses are not easy to control and it hurt her hands to control them. Xu Kai and Jing Tian are experienced around horses with all the movies they've made. Does it matter if the CGI is not perfect or sometimes, they have to use fake horse? Chinese dramas, the fighting scenes are all fake with special effects and stunts, actors just need to pose for the camera, it's all fake but should that deter a person from enjoying the movie? Some actors like Xu Kai try to do more on their own even though after editing, you can't even tell. like his sword dance, he said he danced for a long time, but the movie showed very little, or in SEL, he did a lot of the martial arts on his own, maybe almost all of it, but after editing, he said some fans couldn't tell if it was him. The scene where Li Ni said I will marry you to Cui Lin on the horse, bts show the horse having a fit and they had to calm the horse down and then continue. Then they show Li Ni riding off at a pretty fast pace and the camera specifically showed Xu Kai face in that scene. These actors work year-round and have no time to do horse riding, fighting, archery, etc. on a regular basis. They only perform these things during shooting but Xu Kai is skilled in these things so I think it is remarkable they can just do it for the 3- or 4-months' time they are shooting. They are not professionals at these skills. The reason Xu Kai likes costume dramas, I'm guessing since he says in his interviews, he loves to do horse riding, archery, fighting, etc.

I've seen other bts of Xu Kai riding his horse trying to make it go faster but the horse was not agreable. Maybe it has to do with them being imported and not well trained yet, so they have to compromise with fake horses, and even if not, the terrain was narrow, they cannot afford injuries and stop shooting.

Another interpretation of Cui Lin's behavior toward Li Ni is that she thought he was flaunting the arm guards he received from Wu. She wanted to knock him off his pedestal showing it off. Being quick witted, she also sees it as opportunity for psychological warfare to disturb his mind for the upcoming negotiations. She thought to herself, that'll serve him right trying to show off. Li Ni thought the arm guards were from Cui Lin and was teasing her that she is actually tough on the outside but soft on the inside, but somehow that message must not have gotten through. He did not realize it was not from Cui Lin or that Cui Lin knew it was from Wu. Cui Lin thought that Li Ni would have known it was from Wu. It was a misunderstanding that the script writer needed to build up some tension.

Cui lin is not your typical girl. She has never needed a man in her life. She does not fawn over men nor like men to fawn over her and she does not easily succumb to men.

what kind of love story involves a dignified ml? the ml would have to be serious person. sounds boring to me.

Read the synopsis on WoL. Does the ml sound like someone who would be irresponsible like a "doormat"? People say a lot of things. Who knows what they mean by "clingy". Maybe having dinner with your partner every night is "clingy"? or having weekend getaways is "clingy", who knows what "clingy" means to someone.

The ml has never been loved by a mother who died giving birth to him, father who misunderstood and beat him, brothers who bullied him and blamed him for their misdeeds, grandfather banished him. He left the palace age of 13 and went to the army at the border. He found love of brotherhood there, these men are the only true family he knows. Then he falls in love with a girl and discover a happiness he never knew. He yearns to have a big happy family with her, the family he never had. He has no ambitions. He just wants to be a good husband and father and live a happy peaceful life, provide and protect them, teach his children, and spend all his time with his precious family.

I don't think you will enjoy WoL

if you were already offended by the comment "clingy", then you probably don't' want to watch WoL. He wants to be with her a lot.

I can't respond to something someone else said. If you have some examples I can clarify for you? I need to know why the comment thinks ML is a doormat.

Oh you said the ml is clingy. I don't see it that way. Do you have any examples?
and also examples of when she insulted him?

Imo, the ml and fl prioritize their personal values over their love for each other.

What's wrong with wanting to be with someone you love, especially when that someone is your soul mate. How many people in this world are lucky enough to find their soul mate in life? In life, there is never enough time. Cherish every moment you can find for those you love. When your love one is gone (off to college, overseas, pass away, etc), then you wished they had "clinged" to you more or you "clinged" to them more.

Keep in mind, this love story is about first love, true love, only love, youthful love innocent love. Someone said Li Ni is only 19, although the actors are much older. Married couples and even unmarried couples, eventually most fall apart, I doubt that will happen to Li Ni and Cui Lin because of Li NI, he'll keep the fire going until death do them part, but that doesn't' mean Cui Lin loves him less. He's more passionate and romantic than she is. She is more guarded and doesn't show her true feelings as easily as he does.

It is called negative press, putting out an unfavorable narrative, can be influenced by bias, sensationalism, and misinformation much like the media. Criticism should be intelligent providing specific (examples), respectful, constructive, and balanced (strength and weakness).

If enough people say the same thing, people will believe it.

I love Li Ni's bamboo dragon flies. Where can I get one?

In ep 31, Li Ni "Why couldn't there be a place for me?"

I don't understand your question. Perhaps you can clarify?

After watching ep 31, I can understand why Li Ni needed to return to Laolan Pass. He left his heart there.

Bao is the true unsung hero of WoL because he was instrumental to shape Li Ni's life and turn him into the fierce and upright young man and hero he became; and Bao protected Li Ni to the very end. Bao was a great and wise man; otherwise, Li Ni would never have become the man he is. When Li Ni was forced to depart the palace at tender age of only thirteen, he was a total mess, always fighting with his brothers who were the true troublemakers but nevertheless, we saw childhood scenes of him always in a rage fighting back, getting beaten by this father, misunderstood, unloved, then rejected by the emperor. He must have been such a dejected, confused, and depressed young man when he joined the army. Bao became his father and mother, his best friend, his companion and brother, teacher, and his savior.

My heart is torn apart. We agreed that we'd go back to Zhao Village when the war is over, when we'd retired but they're all killed. Bao. He had fought so many years beside me and survive the risks, whether it was big or small. He usually said that heaven refuses to accept veterans like them. When I joined the army at thirteen, Bao taught me how to look for water in the desert; how to survive in dire situation; how to roast bugs for food; how to be a good scout. He usually said that I'm the only genius in a century. He also said it's a shame that I was born to the royal house. So, there is no place for me to use all my skills. I said, why couldn't there be a place for me? We had planned we'll retire when we are 70. We had planned... We'd planned... I feel so grieved. They are all gone.

those who don't feel emotions from Jing tian are valid too and those who do are also valid. I totally get why there are two camps out there. in other words, nothing wrong with what you say.

who then?

I like your post too. Your question was sincere and I felt for you, I get what you are saying too. Chinese dramas can be so long and hard to follow. I hope one day you can watch WoL. You might really enjoy it.

according to ep 31. Li Ni left at tender age of 13 to the border. Bao was like a father and mother to him. the way Li Ni turned out shows what a great man Bao was. By the way, thank you so much for your eloquent explanation.