I could praise this drama until my face turns blue. This drama is an absolute masterpiece. It is exquisite on every level. The story is riveting with so many twists and turns. The characters are rich, complex and multi-dimensional, which is reflected in the extraordinary acting. The chemistry and the connection between the main characters is just amazing.

Everything about this drama is subtle, especially the relationship between the characters. A gesture here, a look there. They are built up on unspoken words and hidden meanings. The connection I felt I had with the characters was profound and I really felt their joy and their soul-wrenching pain. It has such a wonderful balance between light, silly comedic moments; peaceful, tranquil moments; high adrenaline action; heavy, serious moments and times when your heart breaks. It's balance incarnate.

The script is philosophical, poetic and highly intellectual. It is not an easy watch, but will take you deeper down the rabbit hole with each episode. I have rewatched this drama about four times. Each time I watch it I peel back another layer of meaning and notice more details that I didn't notice before. Masterpiece is the only word I can use. It is flawless. In fact, it doesn't fall prey to a lot of cliches in Chinese dramas, for example, the female characters are not infantilized but rich, complex characters in their own right.

Last but not least, the sets and costumes are out of this world, breathtakingly beautiful. Feng Zhiwei's and Ning Yi's clothing, down to the smallest detail, are mind blowing. The sets, even the lighting, is elegant in a very Chinese way. Really exceptional drama.

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