Age Gap Slow Burn Love Story That Feels Soft Yet Underwhelming
The constant back and forth between different years felt a bit too frequent for my liking, even though I appreciated that the drama always made it clear when a time jump happened. I usually enjoy stories where the leads separate and reunite with new perspectives, but in Sniper Butterfly this concept did not fully land for me. Their chemistry was decent but not outstanding, and the plot itself lacked enough excitement to keep me fully engaged. A few moments were cute, but toward the final episodes I found myself skipping scenes because nothing truly pulled me in.What worked better for me was the female lead’s strength and composure. Her emotional journey felt realistic and easy to connect with. The male lead is warm and supportive, and their relationship develops slowly without feeling forced. Instead of loud romance, it leans into understanding, respect, and quiet affection, which gives their bond a gentle sincerity. The overall pacing is calm and the atmosphere soothing, and the acting feels natural rather than exaggerated.
That said, the drama loses momentum after the breakup. Once the leads separate, the story becomes overloaded with work scenes and very little emotional interaction. Even after they reunite, the plot feels empty, with episode after episode focusing on business instead of relationship growth. Ironically, the side couple became more interesting to watch. The girl chasing the guy in a sweet, non-cringey way and the soft tsundere male made their romance more engaging than the main one.
The younger man and older woman setup also felt overdone and not particularly fresh. The second male lead, however, was surprisingly mature and respectful. He never forced his feelings onto the FL and accepted her relationship with the ML with grace. Even with some jealousy and banter, he stayed supportive, which made him one of the more pleasant characters in the drama.
The ML clearly has flaws such as social anxiety, communication problems, and overconfidence, but the FL rarely falters. The only time she truly felt human was during her divorce, when she desperately tried to hold onto a broken marriage. After that, she becomes almost too ideal, always understanding, always composed, always doing the right thing, which removes some emotional balance between the leads.
Visually, some choices also distracted me. The FL’s wardrobe barely changes between past and present except for a haircut, and the constant short skirts in a corporate setting felt unrealistic, especially when no other women dressed the same way. Even the ML sometimes looked like he was wearing clothes from the past timeline in the present.
Lastly, the ML’s mental health was glossed over too lightly. Instead of simply pushing him forward, the story could have explored real psychological help. I actually appreciated when the SML suggested therapy, and I wish the drama had gone deeper into that instead of focusing so heavily on business in the later episodes.
Overall, Sniper Butterfly is an okay watch but nothing particularly special. If you are not deeply invested in the romance, there is very little to keep you hooked, especially once the story shifts into repetitive workplace scenes instead of emotional development.
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Cute coming of age drama
This story needs to be set apart from other reborn, school days, coming of age dramas.The story is well pace, but allows amazing character growth you feel the conflict and the feelings of hurt and happiness of those last teen years. Both actors do an amazing job telling the story.
I ended crying like a baby at the end, sometimes love can carry throughout different life's.
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Time waits for no one ... especially in love
I had put this off for a while, glad I was able to watch it. Even though I didn't know what to expect, I was surprised and engaged for the whole series.The story is such an apt one about the presumptions we can have about time, especially time we have with those we love.
A swordsman and his responsibilities, a female doctor with a selfless drive fall in love amidst snow and wine.
The lead actors carried this love story well and allow the viewers to feel their longing and heartbreak. Even the supporting characters were well portrayed. The series is not perfect with some plot holes, but overall quite enjoyable.
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A solid 6.5
This series doesn't really offer anything new. Your run of the mill drama where you have a typical enemies to lovers trope.What I did enjoy was the emperor being capable and ruthless when the writers allowed it. The FL was touch and go there, one min she's standing up for herself, the next, she's trembling in fear, but ultimately she was more tough than talk, so that was cool.
The villains were also typical,so don't expect too much intricate plotting on their end. Bull in China shop is how they did it which can bring it's own brand of cheesy chaos to enjoy.
The ending wasn't expected and its also unsatisfying but also a HEA? Without explanation. I think the writers gave up in the last 2 eps.
I wouldn't watch in it again, but I don't regret watching it once. If that helps you decide.
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ONE OF THE BEST IN THE UNIVERSITY SERIES
THE CHEMISTRY WAS CHEMISTRYING>>>>at first it was a bit cringe (dialogues), but tbh that is Luna's character and she tends to be very expressive. The tension between them throughout the series 10/10. AND the storybuilding was not bad at all, the transition from the past to the future was flawless.
Highly recommend.
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As long as you turn around, I am always there!!!
Reborn, is a message oriented, highly emotional family drama, which definitely leaves an impact on you, imho.It comes with a simple yet most complex plot line told through the suffering of a family, especially through our protagonist , Qiao Qing Yu and her family, whose lives turn upside down after the death of her sister, Qiao Bei Yu.
It showcases the predujuces she abd her family face due to her sister's death, the emotional trauma each of them carries, that has been buried in their hearts, the ugly side of familial relations and many other issues that everyone of us can relate to in our real life.
It showcases the bond between parents and children, choosing between society and relatives and our children, and how sometimes, everything the children need is only a simple line from their parents-"I am there and will always be with you ", that really makes a huge differene in the lives of children.
Anyways, the plot is about how Qiao Qing Yu, the female lead brings justice to her sister, who wasn't stopped judging by the society even after death and how she overcomes all these emotional struggles and leads her family to a joyuos home, is all what this drama is about.
I really liked the way, the story proceeds very realistically.
The female lead, Qiao Qing Yu, played by Zhang Jingyi, is perhaps the most serious female character, I have ever watched. She is firm, determined, confident, stubborn, strong, who stands up for her sister, to bring justice for her. She, though being impulsive, in the beginning, definitely grows to be a mature young girl. She is not the typical female lead that we often see, but under her silence, you can see how powerful she is enduring everything, yet trying to stand up for what she believes. She is fearless, bold and brave.
Zhang Jingyi, really surprised me with her STUNNING, OUTSTANDING performance. She carried the whole show excellently. An excellent, fabulous acting from her💯👍👏
Now coming to Ming Sheng, he is my favourite character in this drama, the male lead, brings out the smile in our Qing Yu, always supports her unconditionally, was the only one who was there for her in her loneliest and toughest times of her life, always finds her,helps her and clears the obstacles in her life.
Zhou yiran, as I said, is an excellent actor and this is another work of him that exactly highlights his excellent acting skills👍👌
Liu Dan, the actress who played her mother, deserves a special applause for her outstanding performance as a mother, who lost one daughter, trying to protect another daughter, undergoing depression, supporting family,a heavy burden deeply buried in her heart and yet under trauma, that sometimes makes Qing yu suffer.
The music was excellent with lyrics carrying powerful messages.
The production, photography, every thing were perfect.
What I like the most in this drama, is the underlying beautiful Love story between the leads. I liked how she can be what she is, in the presence of Ming Sheng. He has been the only person who supported her both emotionally, physically and also, personally and professionally. He was always there for her, her "LIGHTHOUSE".
I liked the idea of how the director and the writers have showed us the unconditional support and love of Ming Shen to Qing Yu through the "legend of lighthouse".
"Some of my fave lines are-
Ming Sheng to Qing yu-As long as you turn around, I will always be there.
Qing Yu-No matter how many roads i went, they all led to you. "
So for me, the LOVE STORY, really took an extra point over the rest of the series, though its limited screen time is the only downside for me.
Overall a beautiful ,emotional , story of Qing Yu, who afterall what she went through, found her LIGHTHOUSE, her third wish that had come true😊😍.
A HIGHLY RECOMMENDED MUST WATCH CHINESE DRAMA for me.
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Surprising
Seeing Pond and Dew in such different roles was very interesting, but seeing Gun as an autistic young man - after watching him in Burnout Syndrome - was outstanding! He *became* that character! I like him in Burnout, but I loved him in Leap Day!The story was a little confusing at times, but once you suspend reality enough, you can immerse yourself in the story.
Pond was his usual brilliant self, and Dew played the arrogant, yet tender other Leap Day victim, very well.
Pahn played Dew's girlfriend so well, that I forgot that I'd Dew as a gay man in Burnout. She had depth that wasn't
apparent at first, but she changed and became a nurturer, as opposed to a clingy girl.
I hated the ending, but I guess you can't have a happy ending every time.
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A breeze is all you get
The story sets up a good premise, but it doesn't delve deep enough into exploring some of the elements of the plot. For example, the insomnia, I would have loved to see a more in-depth look at their school history, and the misunderstanding was sort of dragged out for no reason. So, I could sometimes feel myself not as engaged in watching.It focuses mainly on the two main characters, which I enjoyed, and switches between the past and the present. Some other comments stated this was confusing; I didn't have that problem, as you can tell by whether they are wearing their uniform or not.
The production and acting were good overall. It was a cute and enjoyable watch, but I don't think it is a must-see.
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Good Drama, but Dragged Near the End
I enjoyed this drama, but I didn’t love it. It started extremely strong, yet felt essentially complete by episode 16 and dragged through the remaining episodes.Overall, I was fully immersed in the costume sequences, and the narrative was comedic, engaging, and filled with surprising subplots. The multiple twists were unexpected and kept me invested throughout. I would recommend this drama with one caveat: the final episodes may feel underwhelming, at least they did for me. But I do know people who loved the entire experience.
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Drama Review: Hotel Del Luna
Hotel Del Luna has a storyline that may feel quite familiar, but it is presented in a unique and creative way. The drama successfully transforms a common concept into an engaging narrative through its interesting plot and strong atmosphere.The storyline flows well and keeps viewers invested, supported by a well-structured and captivating progression. Another major strength of the drama lies in the excellent performances of the cast. The actors deliver emotional and convincing portrayals, adding depth to their characters and enhancing the overall viewing experience.
Overall, Hotel Del Luna proves that even a familiar story can feel fresh when combined with a unique presentation and strong acting.
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Drama Review: Melo Movie
Melo presents an engaging and entertaining drama concept, successfully drawing viewers into its story from the beginning. The narrative flows smoothly and keeps the audience emotionally invested throughout the film.One of the film’s strongest points is its well-executed resolution. The ending feels satisfying and well thought out, providing a strong conclusion that ties the story together in a meaningful way.
Overall, Melo is an enjoyable Drama with a compelling concept and a solid, well-crafted ending.
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Not Just a Drama, but a Memory My Heart Will Keep Forever
*Speed and Love* is a beautifully crafted work of art.
It is not merely something I watched — it has become a memory my heart will carry forever.
From the visuals, the cast, to the storyline, everything was thoughtfully and beautifully executed. I have read the original novel, and in my opinion, this drama adapted it in an even more poetic and touching way. The storytelling feels more delicate, and the OST elevates every emotion, allowing each scene to linger long after it ends.
Heyu and Esther portrayed Jin Zhao and Jiang Mu so perfectly that I cannot imagine anyone else in these roles. To me, they are the embodiment of these characters — natural, sincere, and deeply moving. Their performances made the story feel alive in the most genuine way.
Even now, I find myself unable to move on to other dramas. I am still emotionally stuck in *Speed and Love*, unable — and unwilling — to let it go.
Thank you to all the cast and crew who created something this beautiful. This drama will always hold a special place in my heart. I sincerely hope that Heyu and Yu Shuxin will reunite in another drama someday.
Once again, *Speed and Love* is not just a drama — it is my soul.
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Drama Review: Glass Heart
Glass Heart delivers a very strong and engaging storyline, filled with emotional conflicts, betrayal, and a well-balanced romance. The romantic elements are handled naturally—not excessive or overdramatic—so they never ruin the flow of the story. Instead, they complement the main plot effectively.Another strong point of the drama is its excellent OST. The songs are powerful and memorable, enhancing the emotional weight of many scenes, especially during the musical and concert moments.
Takeru Satoh’s performance stands out as one of the highlights of the drama. His acting is intense and convincing, particularly in the concert scenes, where his charisma and energy feel incredibly real. His total commitment to the role is clearly visible, showing the effort he put into portraying the character.
However, one noticeable weakness of Glass Heart lies in its ending. The conclusion feels somewhat unresolved, which is a common issue in many Japanese dramas. Instead of giving a clear and satisfying closure, the ending leaves too much open to interpretation, which may leave some viewers feeling unsatisfied.
Overall, despite its flawed ending, Glass Heart remains a compelling drama thanks to its strong story, music, and dedicated performances from the cast.
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Drama Review: Can This Love Be Translated?
Can This Love Be Translated? presents a unique storyline by highlighting the profession of a translator, a role that is rarely explored in dramas. This fresh concept makes the story stand out from typical romantic series.The drama offers an engaging and well-paced narrative, combining light romance with emotional moments that keep viewers interested without feeling overwhelming.
One of the biggest strengths of the drama is Kim Seon Ho’s acting. He delivers a natural and heartfelt performance, showing the same charm that audiences loved in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha and Start-Up. His portrayal adds depth and warmth to the character, making the story even more enjoyable.
Overall, Can This Love Be Translated? is a recommended watch for viewers who are looking for a romance drama with a fresh perspective and strong acting performances.
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I must be dreaming 'cause I don't believe in ghosts
This show scared me fucking shitless, I can't even lie, but it was good. Good to see Pooh Pavel again, especially in roles like this. I would give the show a 9 (8.9) out of 10. I am going to say what I liked, what I didn't, and then do an episode overview.Starting off with the plot. It was good, and a continuous plot, and didn't have a bunch of weird subplots that no one fucking cares about, it just had one big plot that was hard to follow a bit bc I don't gaf about lore, but still good and continuous. And it didn't fold in on itself, which I know is like the bare minimum for shows, but shows love to make everything so confusing and convoluted, and this show lowkey did that, but that was the point of the show. They had one murderer and a string of murder cases with a supernatural element, like the whole vibe is its mystery, but we aren't worried about someone's left grandma's right ass flying to Mars, everything is related to the plot. OUR COUPLES AND ALSO KING. So Thup and Singha, our main couple, love them. They had such a fun dynamic, and I wish the show had taken advantage of that more. I feel like they did a lot at the start, and then they put their romance-building on pause and kind of nuked. But yay, Pooh and Pavel did another fantastic job with this one, and their acting is a lot better in this one, so that is fun to see. Next up is our side couple, Sey and Darin. I DID NOT KNOW TOPTEN WAS TALLER THAN MICHAEL. OH MY GOD. It is so irrelevant to the plot, but holy moly, that is so fucking fun. These two have grown the most in my opinion, with acting, just a phenomenal job in this, and I love their dynamic and chemistry as well. Like getting over an ex, but you both aren't over each other, and it takes him almost dying for you to find that out, THAT IS SO FUN, MY SHOW IS ONNNN. And King, or Otto's character, holy fucking annoying, we did a phenomenal job on writing him to be the most annoying fucking bitch in the entire show, oh my god. But I have a newfound love for Otto because he is so fucking handsome and cute, oh my lord. I also like his character development. I really think him going into the cold room to take Sey's place, KNOWING that the killer was in there, was just so good to see, and I am glad they did that with him. The show scared me silly and literally had me on edge so fucking much. Also, the costumes and everything were really well done, and I enjoyed that bit. I think the start of the show set this up really well, especially with the mystery and love department. GOOD WRITING WITH MAKING THE VICTIMS FEEL REAL. Like going to the houses and seeing their faces, they are really people and not just victim characters, that was great. They like gave lore to everyone, besides a few of our PSID members (RIP Khem), but that was just so good, and they didnt have to do that, but they did and added more depth and made me care a little bit more. Back with topten, oh my lord, him and the V necks, HOW DO YOU SPELL WET AND FAST? ALSO. WHY DID WE GO FROM ALL CUTE TO JUST STRAIGHT SCARY AS FUCK. Also, when topten got run over, I was in class, and I fought demons for like an hour lmao. WHY DID HE FALL LIKE THAT? Pavel and his innocent eyes. Okay, so he has this very mahco persona, and he didnt really do this in piitbabe, but like for the two edging scenes in this, he does it, specifically episode 6 AND THE WAY HIS EYES GO ALL WIDE AND INNOCENT OH MY LORD. Great acting, babe, so great there's white stuff all over the screen now. The lore with the stitches was great, I liked that. THEY KNOW HOW TO SET THE FUCKING MOOD. I watched some of this in class with no volume, just cinematography and subtitles, and I was scared lmao. This show was unintentionally an interesting take on police brutality and bribery, and how big a problem it is. It's nice to see. Good writing with Dom's whole character being a puppet and lowkey insane, because why are you killing your own fucking friend, what the fuck. I like the twist, like I thought I was expecting them, but they threw me for loop after loop. The ending. They lowkey gave this shit the Vecna special, but the rest of it was written very somber and sad, and I liked that. Of course, we killed the guy and jailed Bom, but so many innocent lives were lost, and that was treacherous, oh my god, and we can never really move on from that. So I did enjoy that. And yeah!
They nuked the romance building at the halfway mark of the show. That pissed me off. We were doing so well, doing a slow burn correctly and taking things slow while also moving the plot along, AND THEN WE FUCKING NUKED IT FOR NO REASON. Like they just put the romance building on pause to lock into the case, but never went back to it until the end, and because of their failure earlier, it felt kind of empty. And, I am not saying shows need NC scenes to be good, but when you are gonna edge a couple of them, bruh, that is so annoying, and we never got a proper one after being edged this entire time, holy fuck. Like, bruh, no wonder the ghost was pissed, y'all keep edging her. My mom said everyone looks gay, and the start was confusing lmao, so I thought I would put that in dislikes lmao. Most women to ever be in a change show. HOW THEY CAME TO THE CONCLUSION WITH THE KILLING PEOPLE ON DIFFERENT DAYS OF THE WEEK WAS BEYOND ME. That hardly made any fucking sense, like what the fuck are we talking about? THE ADS. Holy ad, oh my lord. I know we need to fund all the houses we're going to and the makeup for the ghost, but holy ads, y'all were COCK BLOCKING MY SHIT. Thup apparently had a job? Bitch be for real, no, he fucking didnt. Conuity error, if I am remembering this correctly. So he has an aunt and uncle who raised him, right? But at the start, his ghost mom put him outside the temple and he grew up there. So how does that make any sense? I might be remembering that wrong, but that made no sense. The ghost choosing who she haunts, like most of them were the victims, and that would be fine, but she was haunting Sey, Mek, and Singha, but they weren't victims, so that doesn't make any sense, and she was just doing it for the love of the game. I do not understand. Our main couple started having bullshit issues, and it was so fucking irritating. My theory is everyone is fucking schizo because what the fuck. This is most likely a joke, but could have had a fire romance with Bom and King because Bom was so careful and nice to King in his own weird way, and I lowkey have made a couple edits of them lmao. Not too much, but this stuff did weigh the review down.
Overview time! I am going to say what episode everything comes from, so it is less confusing. 1: "This was lowkey fire, and I am for some reason watching it with my mom, who, in her words, everyone looks gay, and she's very confused." "I thought it was gonna be scarier and I'm glad it wasn't." I ATE MY WORDS. THIS WAS BEYOND SCARY, "she thinks Pavel is good-looking and “the rest look gay.” She was also going on and on about how Otto has no lips and how can you kiss him if he has no lips. GIRL, WATCH THE SHOW. 2: " INSPECTOR GOT ME ALL WET. OH MY GOD I LOVE POOH PAVEL SO MUCH I AM LOWKEY TWEAKING RN. Watched too much Bl because even with no sound, I am reading the shit in their voices. Change before we nuke Pooh Pavel, I am begging just one more show." THANK YOU CHANGE. 3: "The jumpscares are predictable, but that truly doesn't make me any less scared. Khemjira is scared of the jumpscares, fuck." THEY ARE EVEN WORSE, I FEAR, JUST BECAUSE OF ALL THE MAKEUP. 4: "Pavel fills out his shirts so nicely, oh my god. Not only is No Lip Boy BAD AT HIS JOB, but bro is out to get both of our couples rn. Okay, so Singha has developed some kind of crush on Thup, which is so fucking cute. Also love love our side couple." "I am gonna need them to sell these Polaroids for some mastur material." WHAT DID I SAY THIS? 6: "I NEED TO BE TIED DOWN, FUCKKK. OH MY GOD. I AM SO DONE, OH MY GOD. It's the puppy dog eyes that do it for me, I can't lie. The way they are so innocent, and THEY STAY SO INNOCENT EVEN THOUGH HE'S LITERALLY ON THE VERGE OF BLOWING HIS BACK OUT. OH MY GOD, I AM ALL THE WAY WET. The way Pavel's eyes go all innocent and like God, I can't explain it, but it makes their dynamic great." 7: "I am locked into the lore but also not that locked in lmao, so there might be some continuity errors, but ya girl wouldn't know bc I am either too scared or too busy beating my shit to all the sexy asses in this show." "I thought I was getting used to these jumpscares, like I know when to cover my eyes. THEY JUST GOT MY ASSS SO BAD. I heard the music stop, and it was already too late." Lmao. "HE JUST ATE MY ASS. HE TRYING TO SWITCHHH." 8: "The ghost probably pissed BECAUSE YALL KEEP EDGING HEERRRRRR. Thup wants that cookie so bad. A siutationship is the textbook definition of y'all, they a damn example in Urban Dictionary lmao." 9: "Wait, this is fun. He stitches the eyes so they can't come find him." 10: "An interesting take on police brutality and bribing and how big a problem it is, I like." "WE ARE NOT DEALING WITH THE DAMN SUPERNATURAL. HE IS A FUCKING HUMAN, LIGHT HIM UPPPPP. MY GIRL IS OUT HERE DYING FOR NO REASON. And bro talking about how he's gonna be the kid's dad, NIG LOCK IN THE WHOLE TEAM ABOUT TO DIE. uh I THINK KHEM IS SO FUCKING DEAD. Okay, Bom def has a thing for king bc why the fuck is he acting like that??? THUP HAS SURVIVAL INSTINCTS OF A MOTHERFCUKING PLASTIC BAG, YOU DUMB FUCKING BITCH." 13: "These guys have zero sense of urgency, and it's stressing me out." "FINALLY WE ARE USING OUR GUNS. Khem is so dead. They need me on this team. I would solo bom, his daddy, AND EVERY MOTHER FUCKING GHOSTS IN THIS SHOW. A never-ending cycle if he kills him, he’s just gonna be just as bad as the guy if he kills him, because he’s just gonna get haunted again, and it’s a never-ending fucking cycle. I’m pretty sure he got shot in the head. How the fuck is he still up? Where is Sey? There is a reason Singha is on the front fucking lines. I understand if you get your mouth sewn shut. But if you’re still alive, your heart is still beating, put your fucking hand in between the rope so it doesn’t strangle you when it pulls you up, dumb ass. At least the last thing he tried to see was his man, like that’s like till death do us part, I fear.It is all over, but at the cost of literally so many lives, I fear. Did we really win at the cost of literally so many fucking lives and so much undoable fucking trauma? Did we really fucking win, dude? They are better than me because if I were any of them, I would’ve quit my fucking job. I think that nobody is to blame for Singha getting literally choked out and dying. The only person who could’ve stopped that was Sey, and because he was the only one not chained up, but I’m like, he went to get medical supplies, but he should’ve unchained one of them before he went to get medical supplies, and it could’ve ended differently.I like the backstory with his mom, that’s why he has the protection because of his mom, that’s why, that is actually really sweet. I was not expecting that, that’s actually so sweet. Hospice is end-of-life care, holy sad. What the hell. Also, Sey is a bitch. Darin and Sey deal with death and bodies literally so much, but Mek is fucking sobbing, his goddamn eyes out, dude. Also, rip khem wth? Damn, y’all almost got me with this. I'm almost crying. King is still not over him. What the fuck. 8.5 ending. They lowkey gave it the Vecna special at the start, and then they had this somber travesty ass vibe for the rest of it. I am going to need a special episode to make up for the scenes where we go edged."
This was really good, I just wish they did the romance writing and building better, and it would have been a 10 lowkey. Very scary and very fun. Okay bye!
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