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Poor production choices

Very disappointing season.
I was waiting to see human connexion, vulnerability, true feelings, maybe even (one can always dream) queer representation and voices... I got nothing of what makes a good reality show and nothing useful for the lgbtq+ community.
I understand that this was a reshoot, but the production team could have done so much better.
JaeHa anf HyeongJun's story was an important part of half the season, but just when things were getting a bit more interesting, JaeHa gets eliminated... Way to ruin the storyline. Also, we get told that they were a couple but we get 0 footage of their story in the previous shoot. If only one participant had to be erased, then there should have been enough footage to show how previous relationships had developped between the cast members. Instead, the wievers and two new cast members are left wondering where everything is at. It was unconfortable and could have been avoided with the use of previous clips and editing.
Participants were also all very very bland. The only one with a personality (Lee HyeokJin) gets eliminated halfway through. I get that the other cast members weren't interested in him, but what about the viewers? To me he was one of the reasons I kept watching more episodes. I honestly didn't understand why they had to eliminate two participants.
I also agree with another review : separating them by blocks wasn't the best way to create group dynamics and organic interactions between different cast members.
Anyways, poor choices were made at many different points in the making of this season. I got fed up with wasting my time and decided to stop watching at episode 8.
I still have hope that maybe next season could be better.

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I really enjoyed the message behind this drama. Ning Ruo Wei was once the famous “Legal Queen Vivian,” a brilliant lawyer with a career and reputation of her own. Yet for love, she gave it all up to stand behind her husband, Fu Yan Xiu, and support his career for three years. Sadly, while she devoted herself to their marriage, he became so accustomed to her sacrifices that he stopped seeing the remarkable woman beside him.

The return of his first love, Jiang You Ning, finally pushes their marriage past its breaking point. Fu Yan Xiu gives so much of his time and attention to helping Jiang You Ning with her divorce case while his own wife is left lonely and forgotten. What makes it worse is watching Ning Ruo Wei being looked down upon simply because people see her as “just a housewife,” never realizing who she once was.

But this is where the drama becomes satisfying.

Instead of continuing to beg for her husband’s attention, Ning Ruo Wei chooses herself. She walks away, returns to the legal world, and reminds everyone exactly why she was once called the Legal Queen. Watching her confidence return as she takes on difficult cases and proves her abilities again was one of my favorite parts.

And then comes the delicious irony: Fu Yan Xiu discovers that the brilliant lawyer he respects and admires is none other than the wife he neglected at home.

For me, the strongest part of this story is Ning Ruo Wei’s transformation. She doesn’t need to become someone new—she simply becomes herself again. She learns that sacrificing everything for love can eventually mean losing yourself.

“Love yourself first, then love others.”

That is what stayed with me most. When Ning Ruo Wei and Fu Yan Xiu meet again in court, she is no longer the woman standing quietly behind him. She stands across from him as his equal—and his opponent. ❤️⚖️

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I loved hove the chemistry between the ML and FL flows. even through their gazes you can see the electricity that attracts them. And i like it that it is not a slow burn romance. The storyline is appealing, show the strength of the young FL, the arrogance of the boss that falls for her. the fashion style of the ML is edgy and modern , though I do not quite like the style of the FL - but I suppose as she has just graduated, here costume befits her. This drama has me looking for Jing Boran's older dramas (Regeneration - this is so goood - why did this one escaped my attention in the past). Am looking forward to watching Road Home and Sunset Secret Regret. Really, the ML is sooooo good looking here

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Beautiful beautiful beautiful

This serie was a standout from dramas im watching, the natural landscapes, the visuals and unique cinematography was captivating and refreshing, it was relaxing watching it weekly

Storyline wise it was beautiful, the chemistry, how Nothing felt forced between actors, so natural, the intimacy was one of best i watched
QL the actors from shiny yet demanding world met CY, the 20 years old tea farmer, who is charming, caring and attentive, their love was heartwarming, the obstacles they faced were realistic And not out of plot conveniences, if i start with every details about their relationship this review will be long, so just watch them

The 2nd couple were an example of real couple on-screen and offscreen facing all brutal industry demands and standards, they were like a version Of QL and Shi Yuhao (the ex) but the difference these two worked all their problems and changed themselves to make their relationship work unlike how things went with QL and his ex

Sister Lan, a Centric character even when she left us quickly, her philosophy and the way she Handled things and took care of her artists was what made all her people stand strong, even after she left, she felt present till the end
QT, My shaylas whom's death was sudden, unexpected but thats what made it feel so real, we saw all his loved one grieve on their own way, he didn't get to be happy in life so i hope he is in peace💔😭😔

Anyway this is getting long, just watch this show if you enjoy slow beautiful storytelling and visuals

And no im not forgetting siste's lan wife neither brother Guo, mvp of the serie, love you

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Risqué done right

This was a great drama, lovely romance, no angst and more importantly no break up. (At first the kisses are more deer caught in headlights but boy when they finally get going) Great steamy kissing scenes, lots of suggestive innuendo.

It's a great comfort drama or guilty pleasure in between the more intense or heartbreaking dramas.

If you're looking for a drama that doesn't ask anything from you only for you to sit and enjoy watching... this is the one.

However, if you're looking for something that has more teeth, that keeps you on edge this isn't it. Also, this isn't porn so if that's what you're looking for look elsewhere.

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Beautiful, eerie and completely captivating

This was such a pleasant surprise! I absolutely loved its dark, eerie atmosphere, beautiful cinematography and the way it blends historical fantasy, folklore, supernatural mystery and palace intrigue.

The story does get a little complicated at times, especially as more layers of the mythology and the different secrets are revealed, but honestly, that didn't take away from my enjoyment. If anything, it kept me curious and wanting to know what was really going on.

I also really enjoyed the two leads and their dynamic. Their relationship develops naturally alongside the mystery, and I loved watching them slowly uncover everything together.

It has a gorgeous atmosphere, an intriguing story and just the right amount of darkness and mystery to keep you hooked. It's the kind of drama that makes you want to keep watching just to find out what is hiding behind the next door. And by the end, I definitely found myself wanting to spend more time in this world.

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Extremely adorable.

I'm honestly surprised that I haven't seen anyone talk about this series. I accidentally figured out it's excistence and after watching it I was shocked?? Not only is it the perfect length, the romance is more than adorable. Legit kicking my legs in the air. I actually expect to watch something that was low budget but to my surprise this is just really well done. I would give this show a 10/10 but I really hold myself back this time.

The acting was amazing. Both Kim Jun Hyung and Won Do Hyun absolutely nailed it. Their relationship felt super natural and real in the series, which is extremely rare comparing to many other KBL's I've seen. Everything about their relationship delightful. I really love how you don't notice it but slowly Gi Hun becomes more and more soft towards Ji Yu and it's adorable. You can also notice them becoming closer and closer. I'm just a big fan of this and I love how I had to realise it. Gi Hun seems to smile a lot more towards the ending and he even got over anxiety of being on stage. I also like how both are really big green flags.

I wished they went a bit deeper in on the trauma and the no alcohol rule. I really like the idea of Gi Hun having a restaurant and not liking alcohol and thus not serving it, but there's something missing. Gi Hun said his grandma used to drink a lot but it makes no sense to me that he was okay with Ji Yu getting drunk all the time. I'm just surprised it didn't trigger Gi Hun in any way. I feel like Ji Yu drinks wayyy too much and it feels like it's for the sake of getting drunk, not necessarily because he actually liked to taste the alcohol. I think the situation between Gi Hun and Ji Yu would've been extremely toxic in real life, but they still made it in the series without a big argument about it.

The side characters were so adorably added. I really loved Choi Wan, Ji Ha and Yun A. They were all so supportive. I have to be honest, I'm surprised Ji Yu and Ji Ha didn't end up getting feelings for each other?? A lot of times in Bl's where there is already a friend they get jealous but Ji Ha never did (until he third wheeled). And then he even got himself a man. That new employee was so random but I love how he joined like an angel falling out of the sky. As for Choi Wan and Yun A, maybe I have the concentration of a goldfish, I just never understood how they fell in love? I love them both but their relationship was a bit random to me.

I was actually really surprised to hear this was not adapted from any manhwa or whatsoever. Maybe it's just me but I get manhwa vibes from this series. I reallyyyy suggest watching it. Especially if you like something short, cute and adorable. With lots of green flags.

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I really enjoyed this. I was able to complete this easily ... and in one day.

I was exhausted watching this show. The amount of running and yelling as well as repeatedly running in circles while getting their butts kicked ... exhausting but so very entertaining.

Actors ... Nice.

Characters ...There was mystery and intrigue which made you want to know more. Each character was deep enough to entice you. With the knowledge that this is a vast universe, it was understandable that some characters were left unexplained.

OST ... was excellent when it needed to be and sat nicely in the background when it was not needed.

Chemistry ... Was great. Characters that only show up occasionally still made an impact on the story due to the chemistry they had with the others.

Storyline/plot ... This is a large universe so it will eventually unravel. This series felt like it wrapped itself up nicely and explained enough to not be frustrating. This particular series had a focused plot, and it stuck to it.

Graphics/CGI ... was not great but made little impact on the story.

This is a long and winding road, and I will try to walk it ... I am not sure if I am on the right path, but I will jump headfirst:

The adjusted list from user Dramaworldtraveler

0. The Mystic Nine — The past which sets the stage.
1. Time Raiders – (I read that this can replace watching The Lost Tomb 1 and 2)
2. The Lost Tomb - Wu Xie’s first adventure. (I will skip)
3. The Lost Tomb 2 - underwater tomb in Parcel Islands. (Do not need to watch this but I will watch it anyway because of the actors)
4. Ultimate Note - investigates the Parcel Island expedition.
5. Explore with the Note - glacial tomb / Changbai Palace.
6. Adventure Behind the Bronze Door - bridges to later era.
7. Tomb of the Sea - older Wu Xie mentoring Li Cu..
8. Reunion: The Sound of the Providence - Wu Xie’s final chapter.

I can’t wait to continue this journey.

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STOP AI!!!

people have to wake up!!! I don’t care if i’m seen as dramatic but please don’t normalise AI.

it’s not just a few minutes scene, it literally replaced actors. humans. and if you let this slide, companies will keep going, AI will be more powerful and we won’t even recognise/spot the difference between the real things or AI things and many people will lose their own jobs. we only will have AI everywhere, it’s already replacing artists, music, creativity, motivation, people’s work..
(i did see 4 eps not 9 i keep changing it to 4 but it won’t submit it at all…)

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The twist was the worst.

I was actually enjoying the show. The acting and the story was going good as well. I was telling myseld hey this is actually good. I liked how the FL was her own person she was not the person from the ML's past and I actually felt like woah a FL who finally knows who she is and is actually gonna stand on business. But then everything got ruined cause. *spoilers* female lead was faking it. As soon as that plot twist happened and it actually happens quiet early maybe around ep 11- ep 12. I just could not with this drama. It became just another basic story of the same lovers fate cycle whatever.

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It's okay... I guess...

It's as shallow as a toddler's swimming pool and as patched together as an old ragdoll.

We have a totally predictable plot, which could have been an easy-to-watch, sweet, pink drama to relax with after a long day. But the screenwriter decided to add some blood and violence. Unfortunately, it was far from well done, since there was nothing particularly impressive about the action scenes, and we already knew who the bad guy was and pretty much what was going to happen.

So it's not really a sweet and idealistic drama, but it's not cool enough to be one of those dramas where badbutt characters fight against some greater evil, either. The attempt to add more comedy wasn't a particularly good one, neither. Then they added yet another plotline about the ML going back to who and where he used to be, while the FL is obviously set up to become this awesome girl who is worth falling in love with.

Well, none of that was particularly deep or touching. Especially after being told what an unpleasant person she had been before the amnesia, she keeps crying and repeating, "How could I have acted like this?" The thing is, she was still acting superficial, disrespectful, and annoying shortly before this conversation. If you think behaving that way is wrong, then why were you acting like that in the first place?

And in general, I couldn't force myself to like her or even feel the tiniest bit of sympathy for her character, even after watching half of the drama.

So, we have several different topics patched together, and none of them is developed well enough. The main characters are simple and flat. It was actually supposed to be a sweet storyline about their love, their previous encounters, and their reunion, but the production team didn't even manage to create enough chemistry or romance between them.

The first few episodes caught my attention, but later I kept wondering: why is this 12 episodes long when it could have been eight or even six? And why am I still watching?

The answer is: to be honest, it got boring. I liked Jung Hae In in other series, and I liked the setting, clothes, camera work, etc. Mostly, though, I just didn't want to bother searching for something new.

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