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Initially, I watched this because I'm a fan of Xiao Hou, and for that reason alone, it was totally worth it. He took on a new type of role, looking handsome and refreshingly different. Viewers will be constantly surprised by the plot twists—like Zhang Chulan, who is incredibly skilled but completely unaware of it and acts as if he has no talent at all. Then there's Wang Ye, whose name is a playful nod to a princely title (Wangye) because he is a wealthy young master, yet his name also carries deeper philosophical meanings. Wang Ye appears to be the most powerful character since he can control both time and space, yet he still can't do anything against Baobao.

One hilarious scene is when Wang Ye goes to warn Zhang Chulan but ends up finding him in the restroom. They stand right next to each other at the urinals, and there's even a moment where one peeks over at the other—it's so funny! This unique blend of seriousness and comedy is woven throughout the entire series. Another great example is when Wang Ye simply walks out of the arena, casually stating that he's full and therefore admits defeat. It's just that simple and easygoing.

Looking at the makeup and wardrobe, it doesn't seem like they had a huge budget, but the results are quite good. Wang Ye looks very natural here, so much so that his styling in the second season feels a bit overdone by comparison. If we view this as a series that prioritizes creativity, it is highly commendable.