Unveil: Jadewind Episode 30

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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