love love LOVE this drama~

Though my first watch-through of this drama was all the way back in 2020, even after all this time, it still remains one of my top Chinese dramas. I highly encourage everyone to give this drama a try because it's one of those dramas that has a little bit of everything: comedy, action, romance, political intrigue, mystery, time travel, etc. The characters are charming, the set design is beautiful, and the music and story direction are carefully planned and well-executed.

What really pulled me into watching this drama though, was how well everything fit together. It seemed like the pieces just fit perfectly into the puzzle, with there being a reason behind every action, a motive for each character that stays consistent throughout each series. Though the mystery is complex and delicately layered, the plotline isn't hard to understand at all, with each episode pulling me deeper and deeper into the world of "Joy of Life."

There's a certain irreplaceably unique charm to this drama, and it is obvious how much love and care the story was crafted with. If you are thinking about watching JOL, do it! Give this excellent drama a chance and it will not waste your time.

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