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Don't hold too many expectations to avoid disappointments, but also do not be too negative already at the beginning since there is not much official material to judge. And actually all the materials being released are quite nice both concept and Qixi posters

Aren't those group photo are so cute https://x.com/yuanlhe/status/2091054072635986260
WCR chosed a handsome and cool picture of CZY (while herself is not the best). And CZY choose cute pics of them where WCR is more visible. They are all quite nice and lovely people.
People and fan are really love the picture of them posted by Yuan (really creative and cute)

I'm not hurt because I know the script, there is no threat to my ship Ao Chi and Sha Luo with other characters, especially Ao Chi side. If you are a troll then what I did is right and i need to continue protect my OTP. I need to notice every normal viewers about the trolling

Those fans who don't know anything about the script attack male lead or female lead and their characters. It's so bullshit. There is no way you are fan of Ao Chi, but want him to end up with someone other than Sha Luo (yeah, I know these people are just fan of actor not character), just because of some individual conflicts between the main actors' fandoms. It's the same stupidity as some female lead fans who want to ship Sha Luo with the villain who harmed her a lot, for the same reason – because of the fighting between the main leads at the beginning of shooting. But not all female fans are like that. There are still a lot of WCR fans who support the main CPs. But here, there are some fans who are too emotional and generalize that all WCR's fans are like that

Don't listen to the one above, ML and FL has good chemistry on paper on ready and both actors has good acting and from the leaks they have good chemistry

The wrap-up special from CZY's studio is really good. WCR's one also nice. But since they are from actors side, only solo frames are cut so do not have many scene between the main CP. We need to wait for material from drama crew

You can go watch other drama where DK is the male lead. Why come to a drama that's already finished filming just to leave a provocative comment that will only upset the male lead's fans? Besides, Ao Chi's character suits Chen Zhe Yuan much better (I read script). This is also a major production, Deng Kai doesn't currently have the status to land this kind of role. Zi Miao is villian in this drama and that's the reason why DK was cast because he is famous for villian role

There is modern era but not sure main leads are in it. But for sure there is modern Xie Duan (Tian yu)

Qixi poster is beautiful, giving a Lalaland vibe

We're just being sarcastic because the villain (DK's character) has too many scenes. But for sure, our main couple is Ao Chi (CZY) and Sha Luo (WCR). This couple already has chemistry on paper (based on the draft script), and both actors are talented, so we're definitely not worried about their chemistry

Haha, Ao Chi won't fight over love with Zi Miao. Don't worry. The feud between them is a blood debt

Just try to see Ao Chi as a main character without CP, Sha Luo and ZiMiao as CP then you have peace of mind

Xie Duan and Sis Na, the 2nd CP

Are you asking about novel or drama? Drama ended in modern time. The novel has its main setting in modern times. I don't remember any scenes from the Republican time from the novel.

The novel main setting is modern world lol

How Dare You? -> The romance is quite equal.
Fireworks of My Heart -> FL is quite a simp here and being criticized for it in China viewers side

You kind of read wrong what I said. I'm just disappointed that the romance was cut down, not Ao Chi's character. Ao Chi character is impossible to be outshone. In fact, it should be Sha Luo's screentime that gets reduced, since the actress took many leaves while CZY was on set most days. The FL and villain having many scenes together didn't affect the ML's screen time (and it's necessary for the plot even though it's annoying). And what WCR's fans wanted is their right. It's just funny and stupid on their part to ship the FL with the villain. It's like asking viewers to hate the FL character, lol. If you want to ship AC with another female character, that's your choice too, but don't talk to me anymore since I'm a die-hard Ao Chi and Sha Luo shipper. Ao Chi and Sha Luo also exist beyond the actors who played them. I'm disappointed that the romance was cut down, so my expectations are gone. I'm no longer promoting the draft script, but I'll still watch this drama when it's released. Also, don't speak indirectly to belittle the main actress; I don't like fandom stuff being brought here.

Best character: Song Chen.
The central and most interesting character: young Lu Zhi (the adult Lu Zhi almost has nothing to do with the young one, just to keep the suspense). It's funny how young Lu Zhi is only listed as the 7th character in this drama, considering how important he is to the plot.

This drama has a 7.6 rating on this site, but 9.3 on Douban while low-rated dramas on Douban often get high ratings here, as long as they have good romantic chemistry. This drama is a masterpiece from director Zhang Yong Xin, who is also an A+ Chinese director.

The overall plot revolves around China's cultural movements leading to the establishment of the Chinese Communist Party. It's not a theme I would typically enjoy (I don't even like my own country's dramas on this subject), but this one is genuinely entertaining. The cinematography, music direction, and storytelling are all top-notch. The cast consists of seasoned veterans and talented young actors, so the acting is nothing to worry about.

This period is dark and frustrating, yet the way the drama portrays it always offers a sense of hope. I think that's because it focuses more on cultural movements than on politics, which makes it feel lighter.

One thing to note: the characters are all real historical figures, so some rose-tinted idealism may have been applied to certain portrayals. For a more accurate evaluation of those figures, I recommend doing your own research.

Check my spoiler for Myth_CZY1029 in a comment thread from 10 days ago about the fighting scenes in the Warring States era. I won't give any more spoilers about this drama because they've definitely cut down the romance compared to the leaked scripts. I'm quite disappointed now and no longer feel excited for this drama anymore. I'll just go back to rereading the leaked script and novel for my AoChi–ShaLuo CP. Still going to watch when it airs, though