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Yeah, totally! Hahah. I think she has such a natural beauty, which is probably why I pushed through this drama for so long, hahah. But unfortunately, I didn't finish it. I dropped it after episode 26. I think if you like strictly solving crimes, it's a good series, but if you're looking for romance as the main plot, this isn't for you. Like I said, they have great chemistry, but the romance isn't the focus here (and that's ok). The thing that made me drop it is that the 'main plot' (the revenge for her parents) doesn't make any progress.......... It was getting on my nerves.

Yes, I think that was the huge, GLARING plot hole. She travels back and forth through time all the time, but there’s no deep dive into why she needs to go back and forth, and no depth to her story in the past. It leaves you feeling kind of lost. They could have easily added these things, they just needed to cut out all that excess plot with Choi Mun-do

It was good, but it could’ve been better. They dragged out Choi Mun-do's plot for way too long (probably because the actor did such a great job), and the time travel back and forth felt super rushed. The beginning of this series is definitely really good

I think the FL is one of the most beautiful Chinese actresses I've ever seen... and I love Ao Ruipeng. They have INSANE chemistry here, but sadly, the story doesn't appeal to me. The FL's obsession with morality and justice is WAY TOO exaggerated (and that's okay, considering what she has been through, right?). But this and the length of the cases make the series a little stiff and tiring, because it's practically just them resolving cases, and it feels like the main plot doesn't progress. I think if the other cases were resolved a little bit faster, it wouldn't be so tedious. Sometimes we already know who did it or why, and they are still explaining basic things about the case. Very tiring.

I’m on episode 18 but I’m struggling to finish it, unfortunately.........

Hmm, its a difficult question. I dont know if its just my nostalgia, but dramas from before 2019 felt so much better. Ironically though, some of my old favorites havent aged very well for todays standards, haha (like Boys Over Flowers and The Moon That Embraces the Sun). I really liked BIG too. Back then, I used to keep up with ongoing releases and watch new episodes throughout the week, and they all felt so high-quality (at least in terms of acting and writing). Despite the massive budgets and cinematic camera work we see today, the stories back then were far superior. It honestly feels like creativity has died in South Korea. Older dramas might have relied on clichés, but each show always brought a unique flavor that made it stand out. Nowadays, writers are either terrified of using clichés or they lazily cram 300 of them into one single plot.

With this one, you have an amazing cast, but you can clearly tell the actors are carrying a weak script.

Yumi's cells has been on my list for so long that 3 seasons have already come out and i still havent watched it hahahaha. The wonderfools isnt really my kind of show, but im definitely going to watch try to teach you a lesson because I really like the lead actress!!!

Ive prayed so hard for this one, but after episode 11, im so NOT into watching it anymore... The overdramatic elements are such a burden. We already have the soul-swap thing...... but the rest of the 'drama' is so unnecessary...


I just cant remember a K-drama that ive actually felt like watching until the end in years.......

All the kdramas lately have been sooooo bad. I mean, they start good, but halfway through they get really, really bad... I'm praying for this one. I think that even if this one becomes bad, I'm going to cut it some slack because the main leads are so good

I always comment on MDL, but talking about kdramas lately is just exhausting. You can't even give a normal opinion (not hate, just like, 'Eh, I didn't love it, but this part was cool, the actors look stunning,' whatever) without fans acting like you insulted them. You’re forced to praise everything and heaven forbid you lower your rating.

Yep, it's not the characters being shy, it's the actors looking stiff. I think they went way too heavy on the cringe stuff. And they didn't even need to, because they have really good chemistry. That's actually what's saving the show so far (and Steve Noh, who is just way too handsome hehehe)

I think you misunderstood my point. I’m not talking about the characters being nervous or shy because it’s the start of their romance. I’m talking about the actors themselves looking uncomfortable with the cheesy direction in other situations, like the over-the-top dramatic walks and constant smoldering stares. It feels like they are aware of how cringe those scenes are, which is what makes it look awkward, not the romance itself.

Before watching, I saw A LOT of criticism about the two main leads acting, saying it was bad. I was really surprised because I've seen their other works and they've always acted so well. But now I'm on episode 6 and I think I get it... They seem awkward, like they are embarrassed to be acting those scenes sometimes lol. Like, the story isn't bad (at least not so far) and you can tell it's a very good production and they spent a lot of money on it. But it feels like the two of them are ashamed of their characters, the constant smoldering stares, and those dramatic slow-motion walks with everyone watching. But as a guilty pleasure show, it's great, it's fun and they have good chemistry together.

I agree with you.... the cost of raising a child anywhere in the world today is insane. Plus, if you're a woman, you still have to pray that your partner is at least decent and actually helps you (that is, when they don’t just leave you with a young child because 'it’s too hard'). In the end, it always falls on the woman... I'd choose freedom a thousand times over.

This is why I’m not a fan of shows that clearly push an agenda to have children

I misspoke........ it's not about them realizing they love each other, but actually acting on it and finally admitting it to one another. That’s the part that got tedious... but considering the work as a whole, it’s a minor flaw

I just finished this and I have mixed feelings about Season 2. I think the high standards of Season 1 remained (acting, sets, costumes). But I must say, the problem for me in this one was the LOOOOOOOOOOOOONG slow-burn romance. They have so much chemistry that it was the only thing keeping the 'romance' in this series going. The wait for them to realize their love was a little annoying in Season 2. Also, Miles Wei... I'm so mad that he had to do those silly CEO dramas.... he was so good here! I hated him so much, spectacular work.
And guys, I really felt like watching Go Go Squid after finishing In the Name of the Blossom, just to see the couple together again (I'm going to believe that He Weifan and Jiang Xianyang reunited in their current reincarnation.)

First time seeing Miles Wei in a role that isn't the typical CEO/lawyer romance thing and he's SO good. It makes me mad that he has to do those roles just to pay his bills

And even though I like Bae In-hyuk and think he’s gorgeous... I prefer the second lead a thousand times over. Also, when are they finally going to give Choi Gyu-ri a silly little rom-com of her own? Poor thing, I can't stand seeing her as the 'best friend' anymore, constantly asking how the lead's life is going while the lead just dumps all her problems on her and never asks about hers!!

Another K-drama acting as propaganda to boost the birth rate lol. I’m not usually into plots with babies, but this one is actually cute! I’m on episode 6. Just don't expect a very serious plot or top-tier acting.... it’s a great 'palate cleanser' to watch between heavier shows

and I actually think the real-life scenes are better than the virtual world ones with the other boyfriends.

Cute! I think it's one of the best Netflix K-drama rom-coms in a long time. I don't even like Jisoo’s acting, but this one and Snowdrop are worth watching.