Minoucha

Just like in TMOPB I adore the ML and find the FL so underwhelming. The director seems to have a thing for manly actors who aren't "idol" famous. It worked wonders with Ye Hua so I am glad they don't stick to pretty boys. Don't know about you but I am disappointed in Ni Ni. She is trying way too hard to act younger (the voice they chose is way too childish for her) and cute. Thank god for Jiu Chen's character.

I was referring to the 8.7 rating that people gave. Are you asking about my personal rating?

Ok, fair enough but arent you bothered by his fake eyelashes?? I really can't take him seriously when he is trying to romance her.

Let's be real, there have been better produced and directed dramas than TMOPB since last year but I am pretty sure what drew people to it is Mark Chao's acting and the character Ye Hua. I think we can all agree that he is one of the best male leads in wuxia dramas. Same applies for General and I. Everything and everyone else was good but not superb.

I don't understand why are Chinese dramas not subbed much quicker (compared to Korean ones). There are soooo many English speaking Chinese people and those who do it privately seem to focus on modern dramas or old dramas that are already subbed (which is stupid IMO). I wish I could speak Mandarin...sigh

Please look for it yourself. As soon as a link is posted they close down the channel. It has happened so many times...

OK, I can't be the only one who is DEEPLY disappointed about this drama?!! These are not spoilers but this is a little rant! I would still recommend people give it a try as the ratings seem to indicate that lots of people disagree with my opinion.

I was so hyped and it could have been a super bop like The Eternal Love and its Walmart version, Unique Lady. Firstly, what's up with the fake eyelashes Qiu Yue is wearing. NO, NO, NO!I am sick and tired of Chinese dramas forcing an androgynous look upon all the seemingly negative or anti-hero characters. His eye makeup is so distracting and that's a shame as this actor/character is the saving grace of this drama IMO. They tried to create another Gong Zi (Bloody Romance - one of my top 3 favourite anti-heros!) but the actor lacks charisma and the darkness to ace it. The character that really upsets me is Xiao Bai. He literally looks like a 17 year old boy trying to act grown up. He has zero chemistry with the FL and has two expressions throughout the drama. I know the actor is young but I wish they would balance things out and cast older actors as leads too.
The FL is ok but she plays the same character in all her dramas - I wish she would stop acting bubbly and smiling brightly ALL THE TIME. I would believe it if someone told me that she is getting a commission every time she shows her teeth.

The romance is non existent (up until the 20th episode - expect for a few unrequited teenage kisses) so this a drama for those who are patient, love slow romance, love triangle, a passive/pure/young ML, a very bubbly FL who smiles and flirts a lot.

Thank you :)

Too late to say I love you is perfect for you then! It is sometimes shocking but that's because the male lead loves the girl way too much. One of the best (if not the best) chemistry I've seen since watching the English Patient. Wallace is phenomenal as the intense lover.

If you want to watch a very intense romance with incredible chemistry, this is totally for you. There are moments that will make you say WTF or be frustrating but if you are not looking for logic and pragmatism but pure romance. PERFECT.
Wallace is my favourite C actor. He excels at these roles.

Really, really surprised at the low rating compared to other dramas on here that are not as good in the same genre. This is the epitome of a perfect rom com. If you expect a deep, meaningful drama this is clearly not the right one, but if you are a sucker for romance. comedy, with a twist of drama and a happy ending, this is perfect. Yes, it gets a bit draggy towards the end, but the first half totally makes up for it. It is really funny but still manages to give you the feels. sooo much feels because the lead couple has proper chemistry. Not teenage chemistry, but real love and sexual chemistry that is palpable. With a fantastic kissing scene (my top 3 kissing scene). Similar feel to Marriage, not dating (which I loved).

I agree and, personally, I feel that the main issue is Cecilia's acting. She is soooo stiff, both in the way she carries herself and the way she emotes. She is never convincing no matter who she loves. There is something very cold and distant (and posh, which contradicts her "feral" origins) about her but I don't think this is how the character was written. She is exactly the same in Sound of the desert so I really think it is the way she acts. All the other actors did a good job so that's a shame Chinese actresses don't up their game and focus too much on looking good.

Gosh, the romance is sloooooooooooooow in this one. Not sure it should be put under the Romance genre. Hope it picks up soon as the drama's sub plots are not gripping enough to keep me entertained.

I also think that the reason why people loved him so much is because he is not the typical pretty boy at all and wasn't popular like idol actors so the audience focused on his acting only. And since he is an excellent actor we all bought into Ye Hua.

I also find JL overrated but I suppose she got so famous as she was launched at the right time - there were not many actresses in her age group doing big productions and with decent acting skills. And she didn't go for the glamorous roles (and her first franchise became an instant hit so she lucked out) so I can see why she became popular amongst gen Y.
I am not saying Yang Mi is not talented at all, but she is not the most talented actress, nor the most good looking and public friendly, and the market is really overcrowded in China so her becoming so popular still baffles me. I suppose her (and her artists) sucking up to the communist party publicly has to do with it....but that's my own theory.

Do you need a recommendation on where to watch it or do you only want to watch it on viki?

For me these scenes completely ruin the drama as it is so contradictory with how a supposedly strong woman who knows martial arts, kicks people's butts and is a spy would be. It makes no sense and proves once again that Chinese writers are dumb and see the viewers as idiots. I really miss the FL of Princess Agents.

On fastdrama

LOL if you say so.

The drama is ok so far, gives me Untouchable Lovers vibes. I love the female lead; she can act and is not cringe. But FFS, how many times are they going to make her trip/fall. I can't stand the fact that they are making a smart/strong woman so clumsy and helpless to create a romantic moment.
I can't stand the male lead though. He just isn't convincing. You really need to either be very tall or very pretty to be an actor in China. Even I can act better than half the actors.