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Phew! In episode 23, it seems she has her memories back. I do not like her without loving him.

Especially in romantic comedies, directors often struggle to balance drama and humor. It’s like using a recipe for a cake and deciding to add 20oz of salt to it. It is no longer a cake.

It seems that a minority of people share your perspective. 😆

She has only her dad. If you watch "Faith," she left her dad and mom behind to return to the past for love. It's a Korean drama. So this ending was done and can be repeat OR we can also have a SE like Moon lovers.

Thanks for the suggestions!

I hope that instead of a bittersweet or sad ending, we will see a happy conclusion instead of where he stays behind and she returns to the modern era.

One of my pet peeves with time travel dramas is BE and SE. A romance should mean a happy ending, with both characters remaining together. She is aware of his karma and has mentioned it. I believe her role is to change history so that he becomes a good and kind king. I really want to see a happy ending; if that doesn't happen, I will feel that I wasted my time.

Every drama typically garners a large viewership when it first airs. However, the true measure of a drama's success is assessed after it concludes, based on whether it maintains a spot in the top rankings over time. To me, this is the real indicator of a drama's success. Nonetheless, it's encouraging to see the high level of interest in this drama.

Question. Is china considered international?

Everyone is different. For me, a ten-year age gap is not particularly significant, but it can have an impact later in life and often contributes to many divorces. However, love is love. I would consider a more substantial age difference to be 15 or 20 years, but that’s just my perspective.

I apologize for the typo. What I meant to say is that a concubine's rank depended on the number of heirs she bore. Thank you for sharing your expertise. It’s so much fun to learn more about Joseon history, as it gives me new perspectives.

I agree. This is why I evaluate dramas individually based on the performances of the actors. If an actress tends to play the same type of Lolita roles, I avoid watching when I see their names associated with a project. The same goes for male actors when they lack chemistry with their on-screen partners.

Agreed

The outcome of the situation largely depended on whether they could produce male heirs. Kings and emperors were both present at the ceremony, although I’m not sure if the man was also present in China during the concubine ceremonies. Additionally, I believe that while red was not allowed for concubines, pink was acceptable. There were so many rules to follow. It is fascinating. Of course I am no expert so I may be wrong

I'm not very familiar with South Korean entertainment and celebrities, but I've noticed some similarities in their comedic acting style. It tends to be a bit childish, with a lot of physical gestures like pulling hair and expressive facial and body language. While this approach might appeal to South Korean viewers, it's not really my preference.

However, if you read my lengthy profile, you'll see that I understand many actresses are hired for their ability to act in this manner. I don't blame them, but rather the directors and producers who often have biased views regarding women. It clearly meets a demand and pays the bills.

In China, it's quite challenging for actresses over 30 to get cast. Is the situation similar in South Korea?

I understand your point. I'm simply clarifying that early ratings are acceptable. Then, she was cast specifically for her acting skills in that context.

Unfortunately, the MDL limits the number of blocks available. When I encounter someone who disregards my requests simply to focus on their own insights in order to gain more likes, I use the block button. I find this repeated disrespect to be frustrating. While people can forget once, it is disheartening when someone specifically asks for a change and that request is ignored. This person is now blocked.

We can still rate the episodes individually, and each episode doesn’t have to be the same. Our opinions may change, either positively or negatively, based on the last impression the series leaves us with. Currently, I rated it an 8.5, but that rating will depend on whether the female lead annoys me or not. She tends to use a lot of mannerisms, such as pulling her hair, making exaggerated facial expressions, and using dramatic gestures. From my perspective, it feels a bit excessive and immature. This is something I didn’t like in “Faith,” and I find this actress to be somewhat of a copycat. It could be the director's choice to have her perform that way, or it might just be her acting style. After all, it is a comedy, not a drama. For now, it’s still enjoyable to watch.

The main difference between a consort and a concubine is their legal and social status. A consort is a legal spouse, typically the husband or wife of a monarch, and holds a position of recognized importance. In contrast, a concubine is a woman who lives with a man but is not legally married to him, resulting in a lower social status that is more discreet. While a consort implies a formal relationship with royal recognition, a concubine denotes an informal arrangement.

In the Joseon Dynasty, "Your High Highness" could refer to different titles, depending on the specific royal. For the king, the term Jeonha (전하) was used. For other royal family members, such as queens, queens dowager, princes, and princesses, Mama (마마) was used to mean "Your Highness

It existed dozen of titles given at birth or merits.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Styles_and_titles_in_Joseon

In this particular case, he is a prince : Prince Je San. Therefore it is correct to call him “Your Highness”

Can you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE use the SPOILER OPTION….. 😬🙏

Consider a historical figure who r*** and k*** thousands of people. In a production, this character is portrayed as a romantic villain, though the name is different. Despite the fictionalization and the fact that these events occurred centuries ago, it raises ethical concerns. Because this drama is inspired by real events makes it questionable. For example, consider drama with romantic villain like "Caligula" and "Fu Sheng." Vlad III was one of the cruelest tyrant in history, and while vampire movies have drawn inspiration from him, some viewers who are Romanian may find the movies very distasteful and cringy. A drama labeled historical romance comedy and fantasy but keep historical elements is still an issue if the audience make the connection between reality and fiction.

I don't want to argue, so I will end this conversation to prevent it from escalating. Let's agree to disagree. As someone who is not South Korean and not familiar with the historical references, I can selfishly choose to overlook certain aspects and find the drama enjoyable to watch. However, I respect those viewers who have a strong negative opinion about it. I am not here to convince anyone but everyone is entitled to have a different opinion.

This drama is entertaining, but it has significant historical context that has led many viewers to either boycott it or give it low ratings. Additionally, some viewers are uncomfortable with the age gap between the male and female leads. So far, 567 users have voted, and I anticipate that the rating will change. Since this is only the second episode, this number of voters is not truly representative of the broader audience on platforms like Weibo and others.

While the drama maintains a lighthearted tone, it's common for people to have differing opinions; some viewers will enjoy it while others will not. However, there appear to be some extreme fans in this forum who are very quick to dismiss any negative comments or even mildly critical feedback. This clash of opinions can lead to heated arguments and bickering among users.

After watching two episodes, I am tentatively rating this drama an 8.5. However, I won’t lie—the historical context does bother me.