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You Maniac EP.8 — Finally Free to Spread His Wings 🦋

This episode felt like a turning point for both Moss and Dean.Moss has admired Mes since university, not only as his first love but also as an artist. When Mes returns from New York and encourages him to pursue painting seriously, Moss decides to face a blank canvas again.He asks Dean for some time apart so he can concentrate on his work.Surprisingly, Dean accepts.Dean has always been impulsive and eager for affection, but this time he understands that loving Moss also means respecting his need for space. Even though he misses Moss terribly, he waits.And while Moss is painting, whose face keeps appearing in his thoughts?Dean's, of course. His smile, his sulking face, his anger, and all those little expressions that make him Dean.When the painting is finally revealed, it shows two people embracing amid beautiful colors.But what impressed me most was what happened afterward.Mes sees Moss's talent as an opportunity to launch him into the fine art world. Moss, however, finally stands up for himself. He tells Mes that the character designs and illustrations he has created are just as valuable to him as painting on canvas.For years, Moss was blinded by his admiration for Mes. Perhaps he never noticed how different their values had always been.Now he can appreciate his own work without needing Mes's approval.And when he takes Dean's hand and leaves the exhibition, it feels as though he has finally broken free from both his old crush and the expectations that held him back.Like the butterflies he draws, Moss is finally spreading his own wings. 🦋I also loved the gentle moments between Pan and Ten. Their relationship is so warm and comforting. Why should anyone else decide whether two people are suitable for each other?An episode about learning to love without losing yourself — and learning to respect the person you love.Only two episodes left!

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Fairy tale mixed with history, little weird, but so lovely, funny and emotional.🥰

A unique and intriguing narrative, crafted in a compelling way, which blends fairy-tale elements with historical events—all set in the present day. The acting is excellent, with strong bonds formed not only between the main characters but also involving the supporting cast. The romance between the protagonist and his first love develops gradually, with the chemistry between them intensifying over time. I particularly enjoyed the humorous, improvised interjections from the leads, as well as the visual effects and certain horror elements that were truly breathtaking. I’m not giving it a perfect score, however, because I found the beginning a bit strange; there were many things I didn’t understand, forcing me to go back and re-watch parts. From the middle onwards, the drama really began to escalate, and the connections between the characters became incredibly compelling.

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Live well

Lanxiang was given instructions of how to use the musket and then JinQi passed out with a fever. While LanXiang looks for herbs she comes across a couple of soldiers with Ms Dai. One has hurt her and the other mocks her to kill him. Lanxiang surprised them all with her musket taking out one and Ms Dai finishes off the other. Lanxiang warns her that the soldiers will be worse than bandits and that they part ways now. She is followed all the way to the hut and there the two women have a very interesting conversation. Jin Qing woke just before they got back so he is monitoring their conversation. I was wondering if Ms Dai truly that vain with her comb, but it had a secret compartment holding evidence proving JinQi helped the deposed prince escape and had committed treason. Both the news and the gift were shocking for LanXiang. She wondered at kindness returned for kindness when that definitely was not the Zhao way of doing things. Here Ms Dai reveals the extent of her injuries and thanks LanXiang for killing the man that humiliated her and for sharing the food. That was reason enough for the gift. She wanted LanXiang to live well and never be mistreated by the Lin family. They talked of a world where women could be educated, marry who they wanted and have their own money earned by their own trade. She even gave LanXiang permission to call her Xing Tang. Her father and brother deserted her and her friend after stealing their money. The biggest irony is that they died first. Very like Ji’Er she just wanted to have a business with her friend and be XingTang. She asked to be burned to ash and nothing else than the wish for LanXiang to live well. Jinqi has watched this take place and he quaked a bit at the letter revealing his deed saving deposed prince. What stuns him more is watching LanXiang read the letter thoroughly and then burn it to ash. This was providential because now Commander Wei and his men are their for JinQi’s head even knowing Prince Han was defeated. Very bad place to leave things this episode😝🙄. Jinqi is reminding him of the cost to kill an emperor’s man but there is still a sword in his throat and the musket is not reloaded. The one thing that still stunned JinQi is when he asked LanXiang if she had anything to tell him several times, she mentioned Prince Han’s defeat and that XingTang had followed her back and now is dead. She said there was nothing else to tell him. It is a wonder she threw her lot in with the Lin’s considering their history. It is also amazing that she chose to keep the man safe that stole her life and linked her to the Lins forever. What was a major news flash to JinQi is that she never had feelings for Scholar Han even if he fixed it so she could be remarried.

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so ep 14 has been a constant WTF move - one…

so ep 14 has been a constant WTF move - one after another, if Ji came back cause of the Zhou family, WHY the F*ck would he bring his nephew?!? someone that is actually their blood & put him in danger, in any way??? it's like u know ur going into battle & show up with ur weakness highlighted for the enemy to target - like make this make sense *************************************& if this genius move wasn't enough, we have Shen Mo deciding it was time to face his demons, when the mere mention of the Zhou family make his hand tremble in fear - so he came, why? if he had a ace up his sleeve that would help Ji to take down the Zhou family, i would get it. but that was a moronic move that just added to Ji's plate, WTF & his explanation, about making the matriarch of that family desperate - is stupid, cause a cornered animal will lash out in anyway to get free. if anything Shen Mo added to the list of people that r in danger, cause of his moronic move. i don't see how this helped Ji in anyway shape or form. if anything it put an unnecessary target on his own back... the cherry on top, his leaving the house & getting his ass kidnapped (yet again) talk about a bad cliché - the writer is on one hell of as acid trip, this plot is just plain ridiculous - i am SO ready for this to be over ugh

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The web grows and tightens

Another amazing episode that kept me at the edge of my seating with all of the tension and anxiety. The episode starts off by resolving the cliff hanger and we get to see just how smart and tough Ga Gyeong really is. The independence fighters really need her on their side. The relationship between Ga Gyeong and Sato Hideo develops more and we learn more of Hideo's backstory. As the web of lies and deception continue to spread, the tension ratchets up as the General and the independence fighters both start making plans that ends with another nerve-racking scene with yet another well-executed cliff-hanger. Episodes 1-4 have exceeded my expectations and I look forward with great anticipation to see how this story unfolds.

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Parents that don't deserve to be ones and the reason of Gayun's death...

What a terrible, insufferable mother! And even after going through her son's schedule, she still wanted to push him. 😞 I am so proud of the son for being able to get out of that cycle where he wanted those pills again and again and tell his mother a way healthier plan for his studies and dreams. 😌👏He was in an unimaginably horrible condition because of those pills. I still can't believe his mother overlooked all the signs as long as he brought home the results. 😧😤🤦‍♀️So the overarching plot is the drugs used in the education system, and the reason Hwajin's fiancé died was because of her finding out that student was a dealer or user (though I lean more towards dealer)... And even though he was sentenced to ten years, he's now out after two because of that politician wanting to go against Minister Choi that way? If only he knew what a disaster he has unleashed upon that school that boy will go to. 🤦‍♀️😤

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Chaos

Prince Han is outraged that JinQi has escaped and has offered every prize imaginable to have his head. Commander Wei is more than happy to accept the mission and the quest is on. Nanke is the angel to the rescue. It figures that when JinQi left men to protect LanXiang she has to send to rescue him. Omg that was a close call with the musket. Lanxiang did well getting him to recognize her quickly cause soldiers in war …that is a whole other mindset. The literal carrot and stick with the mule🤣 Her feeding the mule first and then same hand with JinQi.🤣😂 Even in dying state he was not happy being second and getting mule slobbers.🤣😂 His men arrive just in time to take on Wei. It will be a very close fight and I hope the right commander wins. Han is livid that JinQi trashed his plans. He is literally demanding jinQi’s head on a platter. So glad the emperor shut up the connivers in the court. They thought the emperor cowardly and stupid. Unfortunately it looks like his son really is. Scholar Han was damn impressive pointing out what they were doing and asking directly how to write edict. He’s gonna be in trouble but he doesn’t lack courage. He really puts himself out there for justice for the people. The Lins are dressed as commoners and hiding but Ying Zhi accidentally betrayed their location. JinLan used his weakness as strength and that TB scare was perfect. Thanks to jerk dad YingZhi probably did look thin. That story was so believable and him coughing up blood is worrisome. There has been no mention of new physician treatments while in capital and now it’s every person for themselves. It is total chaos inside and outside of the palace. The emperor is ready to lead the charge and has gates closed with no entrance or exit allowed. Jinqi is mending in a straw hut used to monitor ducks. Who knew a lesson in musket shooting could be romantic?🥰 I would love Prince Han, Mr Dai and Wei commander gone for good during this upheaval. Duke Ying hopefully doing his part with the Shens a grim reminder of falling out of favor for a stance. This is where scholar Han may find himself in trouble when fighting is over. Next episode shows Ms Dai fighting for her life and probably silver. This would be a very unique alliance if she and Lan Xiang team up.

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