I'm not too into revenge driven plots. Mostly because the story development sometimes comes off as clichéd in regards of character motivation, actions, etc,and this was that, to a certain extent; this isn't a perfectly executed dama. There are many elements that I didn't or found to be far fetched. Dare I say unrealistic? For example, Chae Jung An’s role in the story was an important one but the direction it had was very odd to me. Obviously this does happen but the way the character (Kim Seo Yeon) bounced between the two brothers was off putting and awkward. This plot is used often among its contemporaries, so it's harsh to solely point ‘Cain and Abel’ out for this. But then arises many flaws such as how easily she forgave Seon Woo when she found out his actions. In addition to that plot, there is too much underdevelopment regarding the father's lack of love and care for Seon Woo growing up. It's only spoken about and not shown. I believe there should've been more time dedicated to showing this. Make more use of the child actors' scenes given the actors at their disposal.

However, this was a compelling drama piece that gave our main characters (Lee Cho In and Lee Seon Woo) depth. Lee Seon Woo is both hateful and sympathetic, thanks to Shin Hyun Joon’s terrific portrayal of him, and Lee Cho In is someone with a heartful soul but is filled with burden and pain. Despite the characters getting darker as the drama progressed, the very essence of their being is kept no matter what. Lee Cho In out manoeuvring Seon Woo and his Mother despite their shady tactics that almost killed Cho In earlier in the story, was very satisfying. Getting rid of the main instigators, retaking what is his while they were helpless to stop him and making them feel shame and humility in their final moments to make a recipe for a great revenge drama. I'm surprised how little Oh Yeong Ji (Han Ji Min) had to do with that side of the plot as usually the female main character would have a more on hand role but she didn't and I'm grateful. Her character was very innocent and was a shining light in Cho In’s life among the hateful walls surrounding it, and everything she did, or was a part of, was befitting for her character.

There were a few stand out performances in this along with an exciting story. This is worth seeking out.