the office rumors about ZX, Chris & Kevin are a great addition to the story! ZX finally has an inkling of what NXG went through with toxic college crew. People really don't know about someone's experience until they go through it themselves.
TBH I was bothered by how FL freaked out at ML outside the hospital. He was clearly in scrubs so was involved…
I just felt bad for ML at that moment when she freaked out cuz he was going through a lot in his head after helping with the surgery. . Poor guy lost his career, missing it & feeling helpless that he cannot continue being a surgeo, also thinking somehow FL was involved indirectly in his career-ending accident, yet still loves her so decides to put it all behind him, but still very hard for him.
I was not the biggest fan of the scene afterwards with his many apologies to her. If only she hugged him or something after she realized what he was going through too. But, it doesn't matter because he finally understands how much she cares about him & loves her unconditionally anyway.
TBH I was bothered by how FL freaked out at ML outside the hospital. He was clearly in scrubs so was involved in the surgery somehow, and she knows he can't practice anymore, so clearly he went through a lot, like some extreme circumstances that could explain why he couldn't reach her. It would have been better to be calm and more considerate in that situation. I guess the point of that scene was to show the ML that she does care for him a lot, something he always doubted because of what he thought happened in the past with his accident...
In the next scene at the ski villa though, I thought she would apologize for freaking out after she realized what he went through. But this didn't happen which was not really in character. Instead, he was apologizing so many times. It felt like an imbalance in their relationship, so it was kind of uncomfortable to watch.
Seeing this part of the FL, also later in the office when she was asking him to call the managers and to do it right away (similar to what her father was like with his assistant), I realize she can be a bit bossy! but ML loves this side of her regardless (he was attracted to her at her godparent's party for standing up to another guest).
Anyway, I feel like seeing this side of FL reinforces how she & the 2ML are NOT compatible at all! I just can't see her being her natural self (the way she was with ML, with her family, in epi 20-22) with 2ML! I also see more how our ML is just sooooo nice & understanding, he's really the perfect guy. Everyone loves him, even 2ML, lol!
Well some people might say otherwise but for me nope...It's not sizzling unfortunately. More like slow slow slow…
It's not sizzling between the MC (as of end of epi 22), more like a slow burn where the ML falls head over heels for the FL when he saw her at her godparent's party, but as for her, she didn't remember seeing him then.
Their relationship is really like a slow burn, as they get to know each other, she realizes she likes him & she can be herself with him (he is healthy partner for her). She is also recovering from her devastating 1st crush/love with 2ML. And yes, I agree with you, there are more sparks between FL & 2ML, but I'm sure the chemistry between MC will sizzle soon! Still lots of plot left. Very good drama even though there aren't many racy moments unlike Speed & Love.
I don't understand why Zhuang Xu rejected Nie Xi Guang? She's rich, gorgeous and likes him, and he apparently…
He has a lot of hang ups & too much stuff going on that's holding him back (fulfilling Mom's & society's expectations, financial disparity, misplaced loyalty to childhood friend Wrong Wrong, focusing on school / getting a good job / making money rather than love...then there's his inherent character, which is cautious, risk-averse, introverted, laconic...and lack of communication skills, lack of empathy especially towards FL). From what I read in the novel, and what I've seen so far in the drama, he genuinely liked her but couldn't act on his feelings at the time.
Love this so much so I gave in & read the book lol! Really good how the show captures the novel but goes beyond in fleshing out the characters and giving more storyline. I loved the ski resort scenes & interaction with family (not in the book), thought it was funny & touching, and really added to the story. The additional new moments in the show made one understand more about the main characters and made the story even better. I like how the MC are taking things slow and the development of their relationship, he is so healthy for FL and she is starting to realize & care deeply about ML too. Really really good story that stays with me & honestly can't wait to see how it plays out in the drama! Also, I especially like how ZJM & LWM are bringing their characters to life. The clash of emotions and all the expressions, I'm impressed. It's going to be too sad when the drama ends, I don't want it to end. I haven't seen too many modern Cdramas, but I think this is the best one so far, I feel so emotionally invested.
I'm LOVING everything about this drama, including the SML because he's a well fleshed out character. I've watched…
Thank you for this! I like complex characters and enjoyed your analysis of 2ML . He reminds me of those complicated & tormented Shakespearean characters, who somehow find their redemption at the end.
I agree; they're just not in an "official relationship."
Oops, I should have clarified, I'm not too savvy with replying in threads lol. Your comments are just so funny, like how he can only just get drunk & harm his liver, lol! Also was entertained when you called out ZX's exceedingly high expectations of wanting NXG to be telepathic, lol!
I was not the biggest fan of the scene afterwards with his many apologies to her. If only she hugged him or something after she realized what he was going through too. But, it doesn't matter because he finally understands how much she cares about him & loves her unconditionally anyway.
In the next scene at the ski villa though, I thought she would apologize for freaking out after she realized what he went through. But this didn't happen which was not really in character. Instead, he was apologizing so many times. It felt like an imbalance in their relationship, so it was kind of uncomfortable to watch.
Seeing this part of the FL, also later in the office when she was asking him to call the managers and to do it right away (similar to what her father was like with his assistant), I realize she can be a bit bossy! but ML loves this side of her regardless (he was attracted to her at her godparent's party for standing up to another guest).
Anyway, I feel like seeing this side of FL reinforces how she & the 2ML are NOT compatible at all! I just can't see her being her natural self (the way she was with ML, with her family, in epi 20-22) with 2ML! I also see more how our ML is just sooooo nice & understanding, he's really the perfect guy. Everyone loves him, even 2ML, lol!
Their relationship is really like a slow burn, as they get to know each other, she realizes she likes him & she can be herself with him (he is healthy partner for her). She is also recovering from her devastating 1st crush/love with 2ML. And yes, I agree with you, there are more sparks between FL & 2ML, but I'm sure the chemistry between MC will sizzle soon! Still lots of plot left. Very good drama even though there aren't many racy moments unlike Speed & Love.
@Jess4163 wrote an great analysis below, a worthwhile read:
https://kisskh.at/757041-jiao-yang-si-wo#comment-24651674