RedPhoenix

In Director Fei we trust.
I love how we all trust Director Fei’s capabilities to give justice to the closure of this masterpiece especially to our main characters.

Now I am curious how CSS figures out LBY’s real identity in the novel. Do you mind sharing more details?

I think so. They did the same with A Dream of Splendor (ADoS) and ADoS’s fast track had Eng subs.

If Yanji had told Lou Ben that she’s expecting, do you guys think Lou Ben would have still taken his own life?

Very well said!
I like how they keep referencing back what has been said in the earlier episodes.
There is no meaningless dialogue in this drama.
It’s truly a masterpiece and one of a kind.

They seem to read our minds and our worries for the Empress from previous episodes.
They addressed it in Episode 43, giving the Empress and us viewers, a peace of mind.

Right. This drama is really unparalleled.
They still managed to slip in comedy in such dire circumstances.

UWOW…It’s so so good and satisfying to watch!

He did the same in the episode where CSS and LY’s engagement banquet was being held. And he still ended up seeing her.

Agree on the bad sequence. At the start of episode 44, I was confused for a second. I had to go back to previous episode to see if I missed out any scenes bc I genuinely thought I accidentally fast forwarded the previous episode.

Good analysis. It definitely looks like Ling Yi has something to do with the rebellion. Ling Yi and Peng Kun could be Emperor Li’s supporters back then. Now I’m wondering if Emperor Li still has any descendants that could be colluding with Ling Yi.
Actually, I was kind of expecting to see Wang Ling help CSS solve the mystery of Cheng Shi’s disappearance since CSS kind of helped her back then.

Agree. I have watched a lot of ancient Chinese dramas and most of the times, it’s like you said, “for love” the main male characters are willing to fight for someone no matter who dies for it.
That’s why I felt the urge to praise LBY for being level headed and not sacrificing just anyone just because he can.

Why is Peng Kun rebelling again?
It does not seem he has plans to take over the throne or something because Shouchun looks quite far from the capital to me. It’s more like a suicide at this point.

There is something I don’t quite understand. Hope someone can enlighten me.

Agree, it does resemble a rabbit!

Even though he’s ruthless most of the times and sometimes reckless, but when it comes to his comrades, he is level headed and won’t abuse his power. He won’t sacrifice them for his own gains. Also, I love how he checks upon Ah Fei and Ah Qi and makes sure they are safe and sound.

I would like to praise LBY in these two episodes.

Tbh..the English subtitles cannot do justice to the affection shown by Consort Yue towards the Empress in episode 43 opening scene.
Before the Empress leaves the room, CY actually addresses the Empress as older sister instead of “Her Majesty” or her name. While the Empress has been addressing CY as younger sister instead of her title. That’s the first time CY has ever addressed the Empress as “older sister”. Such a heartwarming scene indeed.

LBY fight scene is so good and well executed!
Kudos to WL, director, cameramen and the choreographer.

LOL at the constant mandarin duck vs chicken wings jokes..😂😂😂
I finally got to see the “rabbit” on the soft armour!
That “rabbit” soft armour protected LBY’s life. His love for CSS levelled up instantly.