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Perhaps but the imugi can still learn about familial bonds, compassion, care and loyalty without falling in love. It seems like the emotions he got from the warmth of the mother, the outcome of his brother and even the developing friendship with the King and Chef Eunuch left more impact than the romance. To me, their romantic relationship feels awkward and uninteresting.

OK! 🙂

The story gets more interesting when they are investigating and fighting the evil villains. I think it would have been better if there was no or just slight romance.

lol you’re funny!

Yeah, I think that YuLou lady Su EHuang got people to spread the rumor and Wei Yan then got the Bianchou servant to get his guys to pretend to spread the news but the cover up is that Bianchou spread the rumors to force Wei Yan to go to them. That way, he also help to restore the reputations of WS and MM

I really enjoyed the first two episodes—all these scenes tugging at the heartstrings. I love how Mirae and Miji are gradually rediscovering themselves and each other.

Hon-su is also an interesting character. I appreciate how his heart recognizes who’s truly been in front of him.

I think it was like reverse psychology - revealing that they were actually Bianzhou trying to spread ugly rumors will in the end dispel those rumors. You're right - WY could just say goodbye and go but he wanted to salvage the reputation of Wei Shao and Manman first.

Exactly...the story is intriguing enough without any other distractions :)

Looks like he is back on track but we will see!

Ah you're probably right - those two Bianzhou spies that got caught were probably sent by that servant.

Let's see...I hope his teachers trained him well and he can control his emotions.

The ending credit song was so impactful as ZH reminisced about his father and him in front of the armillary sphere (star reading sculpture).

Right now, I still want to see ZH get his revenge so I actually don't want any romance to distract him.

What I liked about Wei Yan was justified in ep 27. He proved his loyalty to the Wei family by making a difficult choice. I wonder what he asked that Bianzhou servant to do as his condition.

You're right - they changed the angle. I am glad too that the outcome was not bad at all for Manman and Wei Shao

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Absolutely. Wei Yan proved his nobility and loyalty beyond doubt—those who once criticized him now have nothing left to say.

I’ve watched several of Deng Ke’s earlier dramas as well, and I completely agree—his creative vision consistently shines through. From interpreting the script to guiding the actors in bringing the story to life, his direction makes a clear impact. Having great actors certainly help, but under strong direction, their performances are even better!

Thanks! ☺️
Actually I liked the last episode because it highlighted many good things and like you said in your other comment, WeiYan probably has a bigger plan for the long term.

Ah yeah, it's a pity...maybe a cousin will pop up from somewhere at the end

Yeah, it makes sense. Now I just want a happy ending for him, ruling over Bianzhou in peace

That's a great point! While WeiYan feels loyal to the Weis, it must not be healthy to constantly have to repress his feelings and in some sense, his ambition.

By the way, they did put in the throwing scene - when he took the incense burner from her makeup box and threw it. I am glad that is over since that is one more moment of angry Wei Shao that we don't have to worry about.