First things first, this drama is aesthetically pleasing. From the costume, set, and visual direction, this drama looks beautiful. The cast is also lined with a feast for the eyes and has pleasant acting skills compared to many (and I mean MANY dramas). In fact, I think, if the acting wasn't done so well, this drama probably would not have been as enjoyable.

The chemistry between the lead characters is a lovely mix of banter, maturity, and impressive eye contact. APPLAUSE FOR THAT! ???? Honestly, the level of maturity we were getting is a long time coming for dramas. In terms of conserving your energy, if all you want is the romance bits, I would highly recommend just skipping to their scenes only. Because why not? The relationship could've been more passionate, idk, there was just something MISSING about it for me. Can't put my finger on it.

For side characters, they were there. They played their parts. I couldn't genuinely say I cared for them. Most of them were there as comedic relief which personally pissed me off most of the time. The other two female mains were cute and had their moments but nothing much to me, personally.

On the topic of the story, it isn't anything we haven't seen before. The reason this drama, I would say, holds up better is that it is done well compared to many mediocre dramas. I know it has a theme pushing point about females fighting to survive and yada yada BUT personally, they didn't really go in as much. And those comedic inputs didn't help. It did a good enough job though, again applause ??. The reason I mark this drama as a bit odd is that I did not understand the reasoning behind adding any of those comedic slapshit relief moments???? I feel like mixing with the level of realism was such an odd and stupid choice. Personally took me out of the drama.

8.5 out 10 for now (I am a notorious re-rater, so who knows) In terms of re-watch, uh 3 out of 10.