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A HAAAPPPPYYYY ENDING ><

It's been fun watching the PERFECT CROWN. I've been a binge watcher all these years, and this is my first time watching a drama while airing. But I feel the story is somehow incomplete from the PM's POV. Could have shown more interactions between Huiju and him. The villain, realising all the crimes he committed for his daughter's future, backlashes on him by separating him from his only daughter; I really loved the acting. Also, I found Irang and her father's face kinda look similar.I was catching my heart in my hand at the last 15 mins. The story completed, they abolished the monarchy, and the PM was arrested. But WHY IS THERE 15 mins REMAINING ????I calmed down only after seeing "3 years later".Also, I agree that the story deserves 16 episodes. It genuinely feels like it was rushed TT TT"It's your fault for thinking I took her when she was NEVER YOURS." That statement was a slap on his face.

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Did he say when the flowers arrived for him…

Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....Did he say when the flowers arrived for him that he couldn't read? He knows how to write....

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Stars, lessons and quarrels at Emperor's palace

This episode took the romance between Shaoshang and Buyi to the next level. They walked under the starry sky, watched the stars, and got to know each other. I especially enjoyed the forehead kiss Buyi gave to Shaoshang—especially with that extra intention to tease his guards and give them something to gossip about! That is how happy he is about this relationship, and I am happy with him! 🤗❤️I also quite enjoyed the difference in how the Empress is teaching Shaoshang compared to her mother. I am quite sure Shaoshang gains way more from such an approach than she ever got from her mother’s. ☝️🤨I actually loved how Shaoshang stepped in to defend the Empress when they had that argument with Wang Ling's mother. We even got some extra bits of backstory lore, which I want to learn more about. So far, we've mostly seen all the young ladies fighting over potential husbands who all coincidentally liked Shaoshang. I am so ready for the past mysteries to come to light and, who knows, maybe spice up the politics a little!? 🫣🤔🤨

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Reminiscing and accepting new reality

Lin is looking at an apartment option not in her budget to just give way to dreams of possibility. Here Mr Cai is a calming voice that includes infinite options of living space. He was even willing to throw himself in the deal for Lin. He is far more charming than I expected with far more substance than I gave him credit for. Lin has politely and firmly declined and I am relieved as her having his daughter in her life indefinitely is not really a good option. Fan tries to be fatherly with Lin. After destroying her company, stealing her authors all while capitalizing on it financially, he has the brass to say that he always respected her personally and still offered her a place in his company. I don’t think he really hears himself.😝🙄He actually thought he was doing her a kindness and I am glad she made it clear he was not an option for her. Dai is back and listened to He Han’s class. She said it was decent but his writing far better.😂 I have mixed feelings about the AI support backing a real author. I am waiting to see how they handle this transition for authors and their observations about combined efforts. I am curious about why He Han let Lin leave and why he brought the three manuscripts along without talking to her about it. This wasn’t the tangent I expected when reshuffling platforms came into play. Dai brought the same manuscripts to GuYan she did for He Han. Is she the flip side of Fan? If she is I will be very disappointed. I expected more for and from her. Zhao is eating for two and wants GuYan to download a new readers app. He gives himself away knowing too much and she asks if he is being poached. He denies it but reminds her she poached him. She is unique in that she keeps all her trophies on same shelf and guards them equally. Even her future children are on this shelf and not higher. I am relieved that in this episode Cai did not show up in his class or her apartment. This let Lin and Mei talk without stupid questions intervening. The poignant moment was Mei offering to take care of Lin’s dad if he chose not to accompany her when she relocated. At the hospital she is distraught by the choice her parents made without her knowledge or input. She was completely blindsided and unhappy to be double teamed by them. She is losing her company and her mother with little or no say in things. She is the queen of micromanaging so of course none of this sits well. was a double look moment when Lin is drinking outside of the convenient store rather than HeHan. She asks him to start over with her and he declines. He encouraged her to go where she had the most options. So it seems LA might be the next option for her. Even the store owner asked why he didn’t realize she was asking him to start over with her? He Han has no words because once again he is trying to help her career rather than her as a person. I like these two as a working couple and support system, but is it co dependency rather than a true relationship? That is a question maybe they can’t even answer. Does Lin’s footnote comment mean He Han is acknowledged but kept minimum or is it that they are forever tied together in spite of everything? They are still figuring this out. Mei is joining a meeting where her parents are dividing up assets. She sees her young ex bf as liaison for her mother. She has left Shanghai to unspecified location other than city change. Since she finally accepted that her husband would never return, there was no longer reason to hang onto the house. Her dad could care less except he wanted the cash by the end of month. His business transaction…could be business could be a new woman…no way to know for sure. She gets a ride home with her ex who explained he had always kept in touch with her mom. He then shows he has a different perspective as the one who makes the money rather than striving to climb that high. I think he has accepted his dig about her mother clinched any possibility of a relationship, but I also think he wanted her to see that he had far more potential than Bei and he would have loved her exclusively. While Lin is packing up her things there is a picture about Phantom Knight. She changed her mind and takes it back into the apartment. Is she adding to box or leaving for Cai? This has me curious. The episode ends with He Han thinking about what he really rejected when Lin asked him that question. This episode Zhao and Mei seem the most settled with current changes while the rest are in flux. Fan has yet to realize what he has really gained and lost because the dollar signs keep distracting. Dai is getting ready to shake things up but not in the way I anticipated. Is she trying to get the number one authors back to competing? He Han seems better as a person and healthwise since giving up writing, but will this be enough to feed his creative side and keep him content long term? I don’t know that moving so far will be the best thing for Lin, but there is a lot of old sentiment surrounding her in this city. If He Han is so close but remains so far, distance might indeed give her a more positive outlook with completely different surroundings adding a healing influence. Gu Yan is another surprise factor. He is learning the game quickly and now trusts no one. Zhao taught him that. He would be far more likely to use his powers for good under Dai than Zhao, but the AI thing, this is a polarizing notion and it is very unclear if it’s possible for a collaboration of this sort to be a good thing. Will this make writers better? Or try to replace them?

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A perfect finale to a truly unforgettable series

Episode 8 of Broken (Of) Love delivers everything you could hope for in a finale: emotion, closure, intensity and a beautifully satisfying ending. It’s the kind of final episode that reminds you why you became so invested in the story in the first place.The tension at the beginning is gripping, with Arisa stepping up in one of her strongest moments to protect Lalin. It’s powerful, emotional and shows just how far her character has come. The redemption of Uncle Mek is also handled surprisingly well, adding nuance to his character and giving closure to a complicated past. His final act brings a sense of resolution that feels earned and meaningful.As always, Faye and Atom are absolutely outstanding. Their performances in this episode are filled with emotion, strength and sincerity. Their chemistry remains one of the strongest aspects of the series, so natural, captivating and deeply believable. The more intimate moments between Arisa and Lalin are beautifully done, highlighting their connection in a way that feels both passionate and emotional without losing its authenticity.It’s especially rewarding to see both couples reach their happy endings. Arisa and Lalin’s journey comes full circle in such a satisfying way, while the resolution for Weiling and Saithran adds even more emotional depth and warmth to the story. Seeing both generations find happiness feels incredibly fulfilling.The production quality remains consistently high until the very end. The cinematography continues to elevate every scene, while the soundtrack once again enhances the emotional impact. The duet from Faye and Atom is a standout moment! A perfect addition that ties together the emotional core of the series and leaves a lasting impression.Overall, Broken (Of) Love is one of the best series I’ve watched. From the performances to the storytelling, the visuals and the music, everything comes together to create something truly special. Episode 8 is a perfect conclusion to a journey that has been emotional, captivating and unforgettable from start to finish.

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Very good, though sad and depressing

This episode, like almost all recent episodes, was very well executed. And there is nothing major wrong with the plot, acting or production. But it's nevertheless ... just a bit sad and depressing. If there is a 'flaw', it is of course the plot making use of the 'noble idiocy' trope in having Pei Yi and Huaijin both stubbornly sacrifice their love, "for the good of the other". But it's not completely idiotic like it is in so many dramas. Their concerns and behavior is reasonable given their situations. But it is frustrating and sad to watch. Of course we know this is just part of the larger story, right?

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what an emotional roller costar, poor Xiao…

what an emotional roller costar, poor Xiao Chen (& even though Lu Feng is & has suffered like Xiao Chen), idk my heart goes out to Xiao Chen more - maybe cause he doesn't vent, just suffers in silence... either way from the start of the ep i wanted them to communicate, before anything. but that isn't the route Lu Feng chose - guess he just wanted to pick up where they stopped & ignore all the bad sh*t that kept them apart for 4 yrs. but u can't just move on as if nothing happened, they needed a candid conversation where they didn't just talk about what happened, but how they felt as a consequence of it all. they needed to share how they dealt with the aftermath - what they went through. maybe then after opening old wounds & cleaning out the puss, then the true healing could start, then they would realize that they both loved wholeheartedly & still do. that their love isn't a thing of the past. but sadly that isn't how this is gonna go - which just means more suffering for the mains - *******************************************************************************************************************************************************i would applauded the younger brother for standing up for Xiao Chen & getting in Lu Feng's face - but he has a big part in his brother's pain. he just wont admit to it, so it was convenient that Lu Feng came, he could channel his anger at someone other then himself. **************************************************************************************************************************after everything Xiao Chen has been through, i don't blame him for taking time to consider giving Lu Feng a 2nd chance & at the 1st hint of disloyalty, bailing - he hasn't stopped suffering or loving Lu Feng. so starting a new, just to get destroyed again who would want to chance that. *****************************************************************************************************so get his not wanting to give Lu Feng a chance, even after he finally found out that Lu Feng didn't abandon him, that he too suffered abroad. btw Lu Feng graping Xiao Chen didn't help matters any. **********************************************************on that note, dude really has a problem with understanding that force isn't love - this isn't the 1st scene/time where he forces himself on Xiao Chen & then is shocked that Xiao Chen's reaction to getting assaulted is aversion & the need to flee - if u watch Lu Feng's face & notice his behavior, he thinks that's how u make love. genuinely don't get how his mind works - but i also read that a person who cannot understand that force isn't love may be exhibiting controlling or possessive behaviors stemming from deep-seated insecurity, fear of abandonment, or a lack of emotional maturity & given that father of his (the lack of a mother figure) it explains a lot. complex sh*t - still not ok & dude needs therapy. but explains a lot.

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sanbo said « busaiku » & i perked up like a dog.

what a lovely episode. i just yesterday had a complaint about how writers will tell us how a member of a team is irreplaceable but never show us how & sanb o sid. he did his role that he uniquely pulls off that the best actress in the troupe can’t. if he walked out when he wanted to the show may as well have collapsed behind it. this was a really cure episode ，I’ve enjoyed how every character has been handled so far as we get to the hafl+way mark. i enkjoyed seeing rewikp pop up like that & it was reasonable for her to be the one. i am excited to see akiko spot+lighted next with of course fujigahya satoshin hehehe. i think i know who fumiya fujii is bytheway . . .

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