Meeting the crown princess's father made me understand why she acts the way she does; he's just as stupid as she is. If the crown prince loses his position, what will become of his daughter? Truly hoping this won't affect his position anymore than it already has (mainly because I don't want to think about demon Zhou as emperor), but he's surrounded by too many bad advices.I feel very sorry for Chen Ji, but at the same time I admire him for being such a loyal person. And that's how I know that the crown prince is a good man, knowing that he would be deposed if he didn't kill Chen Ji, he still accepted the risk and tried to save him. They deserve each other's love and honored their bonds in the end.What's truly unfair is that the entire troupe died because of this as well. Furthermore, Lu Yun Ji was easily pardoned, but Duke Cheng wasn't? What a just emperor.I'm curious to see how Ying Ying's crush on Zi Fang will turn out, with him wanting to kill her family and all that. I love how open she is to romance, not shy or well-behaved at all, which is a very welcome change.Lastly, love the sisterhood between Xin Nan and Rou'er, the woman that never seem able to get married. I also enjoy seeing the partnership between Prince and Princess Han.
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I feel sorry for the crown prince, he makes questionable decisions and commits "mistakes" (at the time, they were mistakes), but he's young and human; it's just that nobody can be too sympathetic to him because he's going to become the emperor eventually. So he is reprimanded by everyone, trapped with a terrible wife (who is fatally unaware of the gravity of her position and actions... She is also human and young, but that's another conversation), and is losing his only good friend. All of this, overwhelming him at once, I understand why he slapped her.Throughout the drama, I never paid much attention to Lady Situ (although I went from disliking her to truly admiring her), so I didn't expect her story to end that way. She reminded me of the Third Madam, someone who had her flaws, but who, deep down, was a kind-hearted person who did everything for the well-being of her children. I cried a lot, being so close to freedom but so far away.I was worried that this marriage confusion would last much longer, so I'm relieved. Although I'm starting to get anxious about when the wedding between the main characters will finally happen, and hoping it doesn't take 40+ episodes.As for Yan Zi Fang, I'm happy (albeit a bit worried, since one harasser is enough) to have him back. Mainly because he's yet another person trying to take down the Lu family. I hope this doesn't change Rou'er's heart and that he doesn't think she owes him something just because he reformed.
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I feel such a satisfaction seeing the crown prince reprimand the crown princess. Honestly, what was going through her head? How could she create a one-sided feud with someone who was her friend without any justifiable reason? I love Prince and Princess Han; it's so stupid to fight against them for no reason. And even more stupid to try to convince her husband, the emperor-to-be, to force a marriage with her sister. Are you trying to destroy this man's chances of becoming emperor?Regarding the relationship between the crown prince and Chen Ji, I think they spent the night together (?). But what's clear is that he's really focusing too much on this man. To be honest, I thought he was going to die in this episode, I'm very happy that didn't happen.Finally, our couple managed to spend some time together and, as always, they are very cute. I wish scenes like this would become more frequent. Also, my best girls, Xin Nan and Rou'er are finally friends again!
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I find it fascinating how both siblings, the crown prince and Princess Xin Nan, show appreciation for ordinary people as equals, and how much that says about their character. Her attitude in saving her maid, someone her mother said was worthless, truly convinces me of her kindness. And this is further proof to me of how awful the demon Zhou is, because it's not like Xin Nan is perfect and always treats people well, but when it matters, she will help others without ulterior motives.I can't believe the crown prince brought an entire house for his lover... I mean, friend.I'm also annoyed because the queen won't let Rou'er leave the palace. Demon Zhou, as always, the worst.I hate misunderstandings the most, why couldn't Xin Nan and Chu Ling simply talk things out? I am happy they are well again, but I hope it's a learning experience.
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Not much to say about this episode, Lu Yun Ji has one merit, he had a good daughter. Yingying is the family's true hero.The relationship between Sheng Chu Ling and Princess Xin Nan, while very cute, is rather childish, which leads to jealousy. I find Chu Ling foolish for his decision not to explain himself, but this highlightsXin Nan's good character, whose only reaction was to tear a piece of fabric (Ling Shu probably would have done something much worse).I'm curious about this tapestry with a hidden secret too.This drama has a good pace, but it's also impressive how they manage to give each story its own development time. It's easy to make one good story, but make multiple interesting plotlines in a single story is the hardest.
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The level of torture that the demon Zhou made Rou'er endure is unbelievable, I refuse to call him a human being, he's literally an abuser.These difficult times caused people to show their true colors; while Zhou was a demon who abused someone who was suffering, Xin Nan supported Chu Ling, and their relationship improved because of it.When Rou'er cried, I cried too, even knowing Chu Mu was alive. When she saw him again, I cried as well. Throughout the entire episode, I was about to explode with anxiety, and when everything turned out alright, I was about to explode with happiness.It's true, Yang Zi Fang may be far from perfect, but meeting the demon Zhou made Zi Fang seem much better, and his alliance with Chu Mu made it easier to forgive him.
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I hate that Rou'er is going on dates with Lord Zhou, but I'm very glad that it led Lord Han to find a way to make things difficult for him. I loved seeing him being reprimanded (does it feel good to be bullied because of your inferior position?).I understand that Rou'er felt bad, but it's really foolish of her. She was forced to go with him, he's always threatening her, so why feel pity when things backfire? But I'm glad she finally stood up to his nonsense; it's a shame it took making a joke about Chu Mu's death. I hope she doesn't forgive him just because of his little help... Disgusting man, I truly hope his end is terrible.My heart broke for Chu Mu, but I did no suffer too much because, being a ML, I knew he had plot armor. Still I couldn't help but cry when his father cried about his death, and his poor mother... his sister, and Rou'er! I hope his father's health will improve.Something I said before and will repeat: Yang Zi Fang has a positive quality, which is the ability to understand and accept that the woman he loves loves someone else, and he will protect that person for her sake.Regarding the minor events in this episode, I understand that the crown princess might be jealous of her husband, but perhaps dressing as a man and performing the skit that Chen Ji always performs would suffice. And I feel really bad for her and for Rou'er's misunderstanding.Also I find Xin Nan so funny, and Chu Ling lol, the scenes between them are so amusing.
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I find it cute that Chu Mu's brothers are so much like him, now Sheng Chu Ling is a palace guard, all to get closer to Xin Nan.Shu Mu is much more mature now, winning battles and being an example to others. I hope he will return and denounce Lu Yun Ji.The crown prince is surprisingly gnetle to crown princess. At first, I had the instinct to dislike him and like Lord Zhou, but now it's the opposite: I find myself rooting for him. But as for the crown princess, I fear (and hope) she will become increasingly cunning.Lastly, and it's always important to reiterate, Lord Zhou is a harasser.
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I'm fed up with Lord Zhou's nonsense, that's why he isn't crown prince even though the emperor loves him the most. I feel that this is a way the drama finds to show us that Rou'er's ideas are correct. First it was shown in her friendly demeanor and way of solving conflicts, making her be friends with many people that once disliked her. Then, it comes to people who abuse their power, this came in the form of Chu Mu, Yang Zi Fang, Princess Han, at some level Consort Yan, and now Lord Zhou; it seems that she is always in this lower position, being constantly mistreated by those with power.When we see the crown prince, he also uses his power to use Chen Ji, but he still remains more respectful towards him (perhaps because his attraction towards him is still unknown to himself, unlike Lord Zhou attraction to Rou'er).Chu Mu is, thankfully, alive and somewhat well in Lu's army, he's going to a battle which I think will be a turning point to his fame.I am so glad he meet Fu Tao (and he's also well!), but I felt extremely bad for him when he found out about his mother (but I think the drama should have put more attention to his suffering at that point, as it could have been more touching).I adore the Crown Princess, even if she is still innocent as for the palace's ways, and I think Lord Zhou plotted against her (and also against the Crown Prince) by writing about fugality when he knew about her plans to show off to him.I also am happy that Fu Rou and Lingling are becoming friends! I also like her a lot, even though she is a Lu.Finally, I am interested in the relationship between Princess Xin Nan and Sheng Chu Ling.
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I stayed up until dawn watching this drama lol.So, Rou'er is having an okay time in the palace (much better than I expected, to be honest). Chu Mo won his fight but Lu Yun Ji won the war, and now this boy is going to battle. I really hope this time apart doesn't become a love triangle situation.I like princess Xin Nan a lot, and I felt really bad for her in this episode.As for the crown prince, his BL with Chen Ji is so cute, and I am kind of looking forward to their development.Besides, at the beginning I was really liking Lord Zhou, but he's giving me Yang Zi Fang vibes, I-will-use-my-power-to-abuse-you vibes. So I hope Rou'er can avoid this creep.
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I liked how Rou'er tried to appease her opponents first instead of killing them, that makes sense for her character. And I really hope Chu Mu can win this fight.I have high expectations for Lady Li and the intrigue between the crown prince and Lord Zhou. Also, I really like princess Xin Nan.I don't have much to say about this episode, but it was good!
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At this point in the drama I had to start writing character's name when they appear, because there are too many people! lolThis was great, starting with such a happy moment with Chu Mu informing his sister and Rou'er of his mother's approval, but the situation quickly went downhill when she was summoned to serve in the palace. Which, to be honest, makes me both happy and sad for her at the same time; happy because I agree with Princess Han that this is a great opportunity for Rou'er (and a welcome change of scenery), but it's sad because they were so close and yet so far from marriage.Some extras: I am curious with the possible BL between the crown prince and Chen Ji. Furthermore, I was rooting for Sun Ling Shu to become crown princess, firstly because I dislike the Lu family, but also because I think her relationship with Yan Zi Fang would be more interesting.
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This episode was milder than usual, but that's not a bad thing. It would be overwhelming to have too much happening in each episode, and it would become repetitive.I understand Madam Cheng's and Princess Consort Han's concerns regarding Rou'er, but I truly feel very sorry for my girl. Thankfully the princess in gentle and a good master, as I feared that she would be mistreated.I loved seeing Rou'er make friends in the Princess manor and also liked seeing Chu Mu's planning to marry Rou'erAlso, I am curious about the queen, Li Fu Ling (a friend of queen's daughter-in-law), and Fu Yin's relationship with Du Ning.
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Again, every time Fang Zi Yan appears in this drama I sigh, this man knows no limit. His bad personality actually makes me like Chu Mo even more, lol. I was so enamored by both him and Rou when they fought Zi Yan together.I am excited to see Chu Mu fighting Lu Qi (besides, I will be more attentive of whatever is going on with Lu's family). Speaking of which, I liked Lu Yingying so far, she seemed to be spoiled but cute overall, and it looks like she will become a princess?Something I can say is that I liked her interaction with Fang Zi Yan, maybe they will become a couple? Though I understand that her father, Lu Yun Ji, killed Fang's family.I cried extremely hard this episode, the entire Third Madam character arch was so touching to me, she is ungrateful and petty, true, but she is a good person and a mother in the very end, I adored her and everything she represented for this drama. I wasn't quite expecting this darker turn, but I enjoy dramas that are more mature and realistic.
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This episode was such a fun watch. A problem I feel with some dramas is that I usually am only interested in one storyline, but this drama is *chef kiss*. I'm glad that Chu Mu's family is able to take pride in him (even if it's at a slower pace, which I like) and I am so invested in the whole kidnapping ordeal with Fu Rou.I was surprised and pleased with Chu Mu's quick personal development, although I think it could have been a little more gradual, but I'll give him the benefit of the doubt since I don't know exactly how long he spent in Guangzhou.And Fu Rou's situation is giving me anxiety! I hate Yan Zi Fang, this man acts in such a disgusting way, ignoring boundries and forcing himself on the woman he supposedly likes, and for what? There is absolutely no justification for his attitude. In every scene with him, I just wanted Chu Mu to finish him off.Some extras I want to mention: I will miss Fu Tao! I really hope for his future, and he's such a good man too!I have conflicted feelings about Third Madam, she tried to kill Fu Rou, but then she helped her with her dowry (which was the least she could do)... And first madam is the sweetest!I'm writing this review quickly because I'm really looking forward to the next episode!
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