Shreya

Yes, it does kind of gets better later. After the first few episodes, it becomes less noticeable and distracting.

There's an actual Chi Wen played by Wang Duo. Don't worry, they'll explain everything eventually.

You're welcome ❤️

Personally, I don't mind the FL's lack of response much either. Yes, the ML loves her and have said that again and again, but it doesn't mean that she has to reciprocate that feeling and it's not like she's actively trying to manipulate him or take advantage of his feelings. She cares for him and returns his kindness and attention in due, but she doesn't owe her feelings to anyone.

That being said, I would not be calling this drama a romance either and wouldn't watch it as such since the romance clearly appears to be subsidiary and not the main focus here.

You could also check out this review I wrote if you want a little more insight.

https://mydramalist.com/profile/SadiaShreya/review/582780

The story is okay honestly, but the main problem lies with the production. Since this was filmed in 2023 and suffered from some copyright and censorship issues, the editing and storytelling is not coherent. But it's still very enjoyable and fun to watch! So, it's best to give it a few eps and see if you like it for yourself.

Are our old friends back??

Yes

Lighting the beacon tower means the capital and the Governor is asking for help from the noble families (the other 8 cities) and I assume is done only in extreme circumstances as it means the Governor is unable to handle the situation on his own.

Qi Zheng couldn't light the beacon himself because when he established the national selection exam, Lord Zheng put forth a condition that during the one-year trial period of the exam if Qi Zheng lights the beacon and asks help from the nobles then the national selection exam would be abolished.

A few but personally, I found them pretty mediocre. This is an old production with low budget, so the production quality is not very high but it's still very enjoyable. The cast is really good and the comedy here is done exceptionally well. So, if you want to watch something light and fun, you can give it a try.

Not the trio bullying Gao Ran into drinking with them 🤣🤣Also loved their drunk ramblings, it was so hilarious 🤣

I believe he has an idol background. He also sang an OST for his last drama Veil of Shadows.

So did he ruin his life just for the sport of it😭?

I had the same thought! Tho it's funny how we can tell that he's up to no good just from his 'look' lol.

Yes yes of course he has us too, even though he does not seem much interested 😭😂.

Oh I didn't know that, thank you for telling me.

Omg Yan Jiang has a fanboy 😭🤣 Also do we know why he doesn't use Fan as his surname?

Why is every scene with the three elders automatically so funny😂 I'm loving the dynamic between them so much.

Truee

Is Wei Rong really bad at playing the flute or is his taste in music so eccentric that no one else likes it 😭🤣?

Yes pls, they can't just leave us to starve as well while we're waiting 😭