Omg...I'm finding myself enjoying this drama more than I thought I would....And that's usually a good surprise. That said, let me do a character review (up to ep. 14):
Fang Ning: I love this girl, wow. She is such a breath of fresh air and so relatable at times. It's safe to say, her character is the main reason I stuck around. Zhou Yu Tong is doing a fantastic job. Fang Ning appears as this cold, unapproachable rich girl with a traumatic past therefore protect her feelings with all her mighty. But as soon you get to know her, she is such a relatable, funny, strongwilled but likable person with a kind heart beneath that tough exterior. As much as she is mischievous, plays tricks to get what she want, she is also an open book. She made her intentions clear with Ling Rui and even when she falls in love with him( or shall say realise her feelings), she tells him. Fang Ning also appears quite competent at her job, yeah she actually works despite coming from money....so bada** too. Actually her tough personality at work is what works considering there are some bad people (vultures) ready to derail her effort. Overall, I have not enjoyed a character this much since Wu Jin Yan in Story of Yanxi Palace.
Ling Rui: He is hot, kind so humble and a doctor..what more could a girl possibly ask for. So it's no secret that his face attracted our FL but his personality piqued her curiosity and made her fall in love with him or shall I say, the best candidate for her future child. Simon Gong's acting was a little stiff for me but certainly improved as the eps. go on. Ling Rui is meant to be expressive and an open book whilst Fang Ning is the complicated one but the irony is he is actually quite puzzling at times. In the beginning, he enters into the marriage contract out of gratitude...afterall he remembers FN as that friend when they were young who offered to give him all her money to help him. But you will start to see him falling for our FL bit by bit; however he holds back his feelings and keeping FN at arms length. Because of FN tricky behavior he comes off as judgemental towards her and sceptic of her feelings for him. The good thing is he quickly come around and starts to open up more to his feelings. Oh I love his perspective on relationships especially that even partners are allowed to have secrets too.. My dream guy...hehe
Okay, everyone needs therapy in this drama...OMG..the toxicity is too much. I do not ship Earth with either P'Sam or Stud at all. Everyone of this teio need to go their separate ways and do some self-development along the way. I was furious when Earth forgave P'Sam in last season and now I feel like he needs to leave P'Sam no-matter how hard it might be (yeah first loves are hard to move on from unfortunately) and pick himself up. P'Sam disrespected Earth and he doesn't seem like he will change (he is very selfish)...so he needs a boi bye. And Stud, ooh, this boy needs therapy. I tend to wonder if he actually likes Earth or wants to be like Earth. His idea of love for Earth is a bit twisted and no you don't go about sleeping with your crush/friend's boyfriend...nope. Because what's the point other than for your crush/friend to loath you. I quite like how self-aware he is of his behavior but then that's the problem because self-awareness usually leads to change and Stud doesn't seem to be doing any.
This is actually on the top of my list of danmei novels at the moment. Some people found the plot convoluted,…
Say that again...A HAPPY Ending is all I needed and RanWan deserve it for all the heartbreaking journey they went through. And oh the bonus point was how they still incorporated Xian Jun in this ending. It was so befitting and what can I say, it he is a great Villain...hahaha
This is actually on the top of my list of danmei novels at the moment. Some people found the plot convoluted,…
Thanks to you too, I've got to enjoy discussing this masterpiece :) Yeah, I absolutely understand how some would find it too sensitive because like you said...it is triggering. I cried many many times, felt so angry and that raw sadness mamy many because of this book. I took so many breaks to be able to finish it, so it's definitely not for the faint hearted. Funny story, I was reading it at work and got to that scene when (you know who) dies (after the Tianyin pavilion scene) and the reaction just broke me (everything sort of went silent in my head). Before I knew it tears started streaming down and all my colleagues came flocking thinking that they had done something to me etc..lol...Yeah, moral of the story is, don't read this novel at work.
This is actually on the top of my list of danmei novels at the moment. Some people found the plot convoluted,…
Wow, I feel like I have just received an early Christmas present. Thanks Oh, it seems they got the height difference right...hehe I remember in the book when Chu Wanning came back after that years hiatus (not giving details, in case spoiler) and noticed, oops Mo Ran is now taller than him..lol...
It's really nice to discuss this book with someone who enjoyed it as much as me. Now, the drama anticipation continues...
This is actually on the top of my list of danmei novels at the moment. Some people found the plot convoluted,…
Omg, you're the best. Beyond grateful. Let me enjoy this gift...
Just finished..huh Aww, our leads look cute. Hot Springs is my favourite one(wink wink, hehe). I read someone commenting that this novel is such a testament that there is no such thing as the most painful but only the more painful. And I couldn't agree more. I remember reading and thanking, if these two have a happy ending then I can get through anything in my life because there is no way it is going to be this painful...
This is actually on the top of my list of danmei novels at the moment. Some people found the plot convoluted,…
Omg, yes and yes...Mo Ran/ Tan Xia Jun is one hell of a character. I was mind blown by both personalities. I gotta confess though, after the rebirth, there were times I actually thought..Mo Ran deserved what was coming especially for hurting my Chu Wanning but when the truth came out, I ate all my words (even shed a tear or 2). I mean the twist and turns in this book are like never seen before. Okay, the reason why I'm looking forward to Shi Mei is because the character revelation shocked me. I mean I kinda had an inkling that there was more to him than the timid, alturistic boy so when the plot twist happens...I was like WTH! Oh gosh, this book is truly brilliant...I might restart it again when my mind is prepared. My only question in regards to the drama is...How are they going to remove the BL part and still stay loyal to the book. Because to me, it seems it was the love that the leads had for eachother that somehow got manipulated and to Ta Xian Jun love and hate became blurry whilst Mo Ran realise his love himself. But then bad people used their feelings and pit them against eachother which pretty much led to so much of the plot. So basically their love is one of the main plots, and if they remove that in the drama...how will they explain certain things??? I'm curious. Oops, got a little too excited there...sorry for the long essay...hehe
So I finished the Novel and dare I say...what a brilliant story from a genius writer. I started to wonder who the writer is, their lifestyle and what inspired this story. And that's when you know, the story is too good.
I'm looking forward to the drama now especially curious about certain characters who I began to love. Xue Meng stole my heart and I love his character development the most. I went from eye-rolling Na Gong Si to want to hug him. Ye Wan Xi is my other favourite. Shi Mei's character is the most complex and I'm curious how Sabrina will bring this multi-faceted character to life. I really like Sabrina so I'm a little hesitant to see her character since in the novel, I hated Shimei with passion (a lot of swear words and anger to Shimei).
Okay so are the leads fated or ill fated? If the ML remains by FL side helping her through the end but don't end up together, I will feel so sorry for him. It's one thing to lose the love of your life and another to lose the love of your life to another then remain in her life to protect her, until the end and still not get back with her. Oh that's just cruel....
Omg the behind the scenes for this drama is hilarious. I'm spending some time watching some clips whilst waiting for fairy Carmon (subber). The leads' chemistry goes beyond the drama. They are so comfortable with eachother, always laughing and goofy. Even skinship is so natural with them....they are actually hugging, leaning, piggybacking in bts. I'm noone to ship people so badly but I do for these two. The least is to become friends, right...well it seems they already are...
Okay, I might check this one out for Vain reasons...Simon Gong is so good looking; like he is straight from a magazine. Zhou Yu Tong is also gorgeous which makes them a good looking pair. Storywise, well it's nothing new but I will be admiring FL fashion sense. As I said...Purely Vain reasons..hehe
Just watched the trailer and somehow I really enjoyed it which is prompting me to watch. It's so hilarious in the trailer so no doubt I will have plenty of LOL moments. Have always been a fan of Leon Lai; there is something about his acting that's captivating (still swooning his character in Legend of Fuyao). Bai Lu never dissappoints, as aways.
The only disadvantage, is the timing of this drama, being that Love is Sweet is still airing. So if you're watching both dramas, one can't help but to compare the chemistry of the leads. Anywho, I'm still going to watch it with fresh pair of eyes and give it a fair chance.
P.S. Anyone know where to watch with Eng Subs please?
Don't know about Eugene (actually, I had forgotten her) but Lee Ji Ah and Kim So Yeon can act...I have followed their works and each time they show incredible acting skills which always leave me in awe. They both have the abilities to play an angel or the devil seamlessly.
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Fang Ning: I love this girl, wow. She is such a breath of fresh air and so relatable at times. It's safe to say, her character is the main reason I stuck around. Zhou Yu Tong is doing a fantastic job. Fang Ning appears as this cold, unapproachable rich girl with a traumatic past therefore protect her feelings with all her mighty. But as soon you get to know her, she is such a relatable, funny, strongwilled but likable person with a kind heart beneath that tough exterior. As much as she is mischievous, plays tricks to get what she want, she is also an open book. She made her intentions clear with Ling Rui and even when she falls in love with him( or shall say realise her feelings), she tells him. Fang Ning also appears quite competent at her job, yeah she actually works despite coming from money....so bada** too. Actually her tough personality at work is what works considering there are some bad people (vultures) ready to derail her effort. Overall, I have not enjoyed a character this much since Wu Jin Yan in Story of Yanxi Palace.
Ling Rui: He is hot, kind so humble and a doctor..what more could a girl possibly ask for. So it's no secret that his face attracted our FL but his personality piqued her curiosity and made her fall in love with him or shall I say, the best candidate for her future child. Simon Gong's acting was a little stiff for me but certainly improved as the eps. go on. Ling Rui is meant to be expressive and an open book whilst Fang Ning is the complicated one but the irony is he is actually quite puzzling at times. In the beginning, he enters into the marriage contract out of gratitude...afterall he remembers FN as that friend when they were young who offered to give him all her money to help him. But you will start to see him falling for our FL bit by bit; however he holds back his feelings and keeping FN at arms length. Because of FN tricky behavior he comes off as judgemental towards her and sceptic of her feelings for him. The good thing is he quickly come around and starts to open up more to his feelings. Oh I love his perspective on relationships especially that even partners are allowed to have secrets too..
My dream guy...hehe
I do not ship Earth with either P'Sam or Stud at all. Everyone of this teio need to go their separate ways and do some self-development along the way.
I was furious when Earth forgave P'Sam in last season and now I feel like he needs to leave P'Sam no-matter how hard it might be (yeah first loves are hard to move on from unfortunately) and pick himself up.
P'Sam disrespected Earth and he doesn't seem like he will change (he is very selfish)...so he needs a boi bye.
And Stud, ooh, this boy needs therapy. I tend to wonder if he actually likes Earth or wants to be like Earth. His idea of love for Earth is a bit twisted and no you don't go about sleeping with your crush/friend's boyfriend...nope. Because what's the point other than for your crush/friend to loath you. I quite like how self-aware he is of his behavior but then that's the problem because self-awareness usually leads to change and Stud doesn't seem to be doing any.
Yeah, I absolutely understand how some would find it too sensitive because like you said...it is triggering. I cried many many times, felt so angry and that raw sadness mamy many because of this book. I took so many breaks to be able to finish it, so it's definitely not for the faint hearted. Funny story, I was reading it at work and got to that scene when (you know who) dies (after the Tianyin pavilion scene) and the reaction just broke me (everything sort of went silent in my head). Before I knew it tears started streaming down and all my colleagues came flocking thinking that they had done something to me etc..lol...Yeah, moral of the story is, don't read this novel at work.
Oh, it seems they got the height difference right...hehe
I remember in the book when Chu Wanning came back after that years hiatus (not giving details, in case spoiler) and noticed, oops Mo Ran is now taller than him..lol...
It's really nice to discuss this book with someone who enjoyed it as much as me. Now, the drama anticipation continues...
Just finished..huh
Aww, our leads look cute. Hot Springs is my favourite one(wink wink, hehe).
I read someone commenting that this novel is such a testament that there is no such thing as the most painful but only the more painful.
And I couldn't agree more. I remember reading and thanking, if these two have a happy ending then I can get through anything in my life because there is no way it is going to be this painful...
Okay, the reason why I'm looking forward to Shi Mei is because the character revelation shocked me. I mean I kinda had an inkling that there was more to him than the timid, alturistic boy so when the plot twist happens...I was like WTH!
Oh gosh, this book is truly brilliant...I might restart it again when my mind is prepared.
My only question in regards to the drama is...How are they going to remove the BL part and still stay loyal to the book. Because to me, it seems it was the love that the leads had for eachother that somehow got manipulated and to Ta Xian Jun love and hate became blurry whilst Mo Ran realise his love himself. But then bad people used their feelings and pit them against eachother which pretty much led to so much of the plot. So basically their love is one of the main plots, and if they remove that in the drama...how will they explain certain things??? I'm curious.
Oops, got a little too excited there...sorry for the long essay...hehe
Nah, I will sit this one out for now.
I'm looking forward to the drama now especially curious about certain characters who I began to love. Xue Meng stole my heart and I love his character development the most. I went from eye-rolling Na Gong Si to want to hug him. Ye Wan Xi is my other favourite. Shi Mei's character is the most complex and I'm curious how Sabrina will bring this multi-faceted character to life. I really like Sabrina so I'm a little hesitant to see her character since in the novel, I hated Shimei with passion (a lot of swear words and anger to Shimei).
If the ML remains by FL side helping her through the end but don't end up together, I will feel so sorry for him.
It's one thing to lose the love of your life and another to lose the love of your life to another then remain in her life to protect her, until the end and still not get back with her. Oh that's just cruel....
The least is to become friends, right...well it seems they already are...
Zhou Yu Tong is also gorgeous which makes them a good looking pair.
Storywise, well it's nothing new but I will be admiring FL fashion sense.
As I said...Purely Vain reasons..hehe
I pray for sub titles ?
Have always been a fan of Leon Lai; there is something about his acting that's captivating (still swooning his character in Legend of Fuyao). Bai Lu never dissappoints, as aways.
The only disadvantage, is the timing of this drama, being that Love is Sweet is still airing. So if you're watching both dramas, one can't help but to compare the chemistry of the leads.
Anywho, I'm still going to watch it with fresh pair of eyes and give it a fair chance.
P.S. Anyone know where to watch with Eng Subs please?
One thing for sure...She is very pretty