Bijou

The main appeal in this drama was noir effect and chemistry between the leads

I watched this because of Song Yujia. The chemistry between her and Shu Tong was good and this drama slightly giving noir effect when i watched this remind me of watching old soap opera about infidelity and this is the appeal of this drama.

The plot was quite neat but the ML character was walking red flag and he only got flings about FL never truly loves her, ML initially guides FL to discover her fiancé's infidelity, taking advantage of the situation and forcing her to sign an agreement. However, ML avoids the issue when the FL clarifies their relationship. ML's also hypocritical, having a wife and ex-girlfriend while FL can't eat with his brother and he doesn't give her any status. Even when the "white moonlight" (his love interest) tries to kill FL, he lets her go.

Song Yujia's character in this drama is very traditional; she always feels she provoked ML, and he helps her, with a strong aura—a very realistic character. The younger brother, on the other hand, is quite sunny, honest, and sincere. If the FL hadn't ignored the ML in the first episode, and it's feared his competitive spirit wouldn't have been ignited, none of this would have happened.

Worth to watch if you like noir type of drama.

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Plot felt into generic short drama.

I was initially trying to avoid this drama, but this drama probably has a large audience, given the handsome and beautiful leads, the excessive promotion between Chen Minghao and Cao Saiya (i heard they become real CP after this drama) that worth to watch if you want to see more steamy kisses and semi-erotic scene.

Plots starts with the SML making sarcastic remarks to his friends, saying FL isn't worthy of marrying him. FL unsurprisingly, overhears this outside the door, leading to a breakup. SML declares, "She can't live without me," and ML successfully takes her in (Oh my god, i already done with this generic story-teller). The premeditated plot unfolds as planned. FL mistaking the male lead for ML, arrives as planned. A one-night stand occurs as planned. Both are virgins. SML hasn't touched FL in four years (Another generic one). Then comes the arrival of a seriously ill mother, a gambling father, a pitiful woman, and a snobbish colleague. ML is like a human teddy bear, always ready to kiss her in the elevator, office, and even the bathroom. SMLis like he has a GPS tracker on FL. FL intelligence is questionable. If ML had arrived a little later, this could have been a reincarnation drama. 3ML is all talk and no action; when it comes to self-interest, everyone is inferior.

The most annoying part in this drama SML didn't receive any punishment at all, which was ridiculous. The fact that he had to come out and disgust people at the wedding was nice, but because of the frustrating plot, it felt like a sweet treat mixed with staleness.

Only for hardcore fans

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Liked the emotional approach in this drama

Actually i watched this last year because of Wang Nan. I quite familiar with Li Sheng Nan face since most of her old drama i watched on dramabox and i liked her acting but her script are basically damsel in distress FL. Both leads are delivers their character into a life. I know this version wont be people favorite but i personally hold this drama even it was not perfect but based from emotion depth this version wins.

This version finally captures the essence: ML's deep, restrained affection over many years, finally reaching the moment he can openly and forcefully possess FL. The emotional entanglements are depicted more delicately, and the character of the SML is more compelling.

SML's actions and words are also more logical in this version. He didn't relay FL's brother's message about "taking care" of the FL; it was the her brother's own decision. He didn't directly kidnap the FL; he rescued her from the kidnappers and then imprisoned her—but this still caused harm and remains unforgivable act for sure.

In the end, SML admitted that SML had previously kept the FL like a caged bird, loving her and not wanting her to escape his control. Initially, SML did indeed treat FL as a substitute for his ideal woman, only slowly realizing his love after she left.

Recommended if you want to see more emotional driven drama.

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Stellar concept with average chemistry

I watched this last week since i want to find non romance focused drama and i am already make the recap of this drama. I quite like this non-conventional drama that focused on action and superpower on Female-oriented drama. (This type of drama mostly found on Male-oriented drama).

FL is possessing superpowers, transmigrates from a post-apocalyptic world to a new one. She has maxed-out skills and powerful abilities, making everyone except the minor villains a pushover. ML is a powerful but powerless figure who is curious about the FL early on and actively protects her. He adheres to the principle that one's status is determined by oneself, acting first and informing later, and manipulating FL to advance his career. The ending sees them getting married, but their romance doesn't progress much from the entire time.

The chemistry between Ma Lejie and Xiao Wenyu is average. FL's dim-witted family and fiancé are also quite annoying, appearing frequently. The main issue is that even after FL demonstrates her powerful abilities, they still constantly provoke her, which is illogical and generic formula from usual short drama. Personally for this genre, male-oriented drama stills win since I saw bullets and shells flying around, I knew the director had never handled guns before. And other details. The big boss appears but then disappears without a trace.

There is much things that unresolved on this drama and i still waiting for the season 2.

It's watchable, but not really recommended if you look for pure romance.

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Extremist Tsundere Younger Brother ML

I watched this for Wang Xuan and i prefer this drama than the drama with Zhao Zhendong. The chemistry between Wang Xuan and Cui Shiyi were on fire, Cui Shiyi kissing skill were elevated and they have real Older woman/Younger brother vibe.

ML can't be touched by anything, but once he's with his favorite older sister aka FL, he becomes spineless like jelly when he near FL To get FL's attention, he did everything. ML always breaks up FL numerous relationships, eliminates villains who threaten FL, feigns weakness to get a job and becomes FL assistant, ML even broke his own leg, ML is really ruthless to himself.

FL never loses to everyone so you can watch this without getting blood tension high. FL even assume ML wants to search his love but never notice his feeling to her.

The cons is almost everyone around FL were questionable, they always giving FL bad solution for her problem. And the manager drug her to make her happy, like what kind of mushroom did you eat to have stupid logic like that.

Recommended to watch.

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It was rare to see Elder Romance on short drama

I watched this on Dramabox back then and it was rare to have elder romance drama since most of people was quite uncomfortable with this theme (I have watched countless drama with same theme on J Drama and there is nothing wrong to get elder romance, I quite like J-Drama Second Chance to Last Love for one example).

It was actually decent for short drama level and the plot was generic rich man with poor woman together for fake marriage. But the kissing scene was quite safe and the couple has chemistry which is quite better to look. It feels this drama was like test water for this genre.

Only recommended if you can tolerate elder romance.

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Relationship development was too slow but the ending was like a flash

I've binged watching Zhang Jinyi drama again since her recent drama with Li Zhuoyang make me cheek crammed for too much smiling and search the drama that i haven't watch and i never realized Huang Youtian has collaborated with her (I rarely check his drama since he is more into ancient than modern) and i was happy to check this drama. Both of actor have CP vibe and i hope they can collaborate on modern drama.

Let's recap this drama: they have 97 episodes: 1 episode on the past life, 3 episodes on revenge, 3 episodes on political intrigue. FL luring ML for 90 episodes. Although the plot is thin and the relationship development was too slow, it's surprisingly not boring at all. Just watching gorgeous leads in love is very satisfying. FL is quite busy, responsible for "fishing," political intrigue, and revenge, while ML is very idle, only responsible for being flirted with. From initially being stubborn but soft-hearted, he eventually can't wait for the FL to give him a title. Although the entire series is relatively clean (passionate scenes only exist in the ML's mind).

The cons is the costume was not nice and ML hairdo was bizzarre at the 10 episodes and the political intrigue was too simple. The ending was like flash since they packed the ending in 3 episodes.

If you're looking for revenge or political intrigue, this drama might disappoint you. But if you want to see a handsome man and beautiful woman having a sweet romance, then don't hesitate to watch it—you won't be disappointed.

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Even Zhang Jinyi couldn't save this drama

I watched this because of Zhang Jinyi sake only and the cast point solely for her but her voice actor has soul and i prefer her original voice. I will make statement: Xie Hongxin can't act despite his longer experience than most of short drama actor i know, he needs biggest improvement since most of all his show with many different kind of FL was always carried by actress; he appears wooden and dull in this drama, although the kissing scenes are technically skillful and intense. The chemistry in this drama was completely off.

The plot cannot aim lofty theme, simple rebirth premise is sufficient.. Even after the ML and FL clear up their misunderstandings and unite in their resistance, they are clearly outmatched, with the SML and SFLs constantly causing trouble. ML and FL know the plot's development but lack strategy and fail to prepare defenses beforehand; if it weren't for the SFL's betrayal, they would likely have died at the Crown Prince's hands. Therefore, the drama's satisfying moments of punishing the villains are lacking; watching the ML and FL always feels powerless, fearing defeat. The part where they confessed their feelings and then each tried to call off the engagement was really unnecessary and felt so weak.

The only good thing is Zhang Jinyi carried the entire drama even though its not enough. Avoid at cost.

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The most unexpected comedy

I watched this because of Zhao Huinan and never familiar with Gao Yang works. Both of the actor are delivers their role and i never expected both can do comedy,

It's hilarious and worth the time to watch. The storyline is different from other shows. It's very funny and i noticed ML eye bag was growing BIG as the story goes because FL was stressing him out. I love that for he. The combination between FL's fierce and domineering FL combined with the ML's arrogant and aloof demeanor is a perfect match for fire energy person.

The ending was quite unclear and i haven't found the season 2. Worth to watch.

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Main Problem: No sparks between WHZ and HCY and Sloppy Production

I watched this on last year because of Wang Hao Zhen and the premises was very promising at first but it turns out to be my biggest disappointment from him.

The plot lacks twists and turns, as does the romance, making it overall quite uninteresting. The acting itself isn't the main problem; Wang Hao Zhen and Hou Cheng Yue still delivers the role but their acting weakness was obviously shown as chemistry almost non-existent and there is no sparks between them. The plot execution was the main problem and the production team were lack from the way they editing the drama.

There are too many close-up shots, and the lack of filters and beauty effects exposes the actors' flaws in appearance. Every screenshot is unflattering; to exaggerate, this series is truly a disgrace to the leads reputations. Even the most handsome men and beautiful women can't withstand such close-ups.

The color tone is also poor, the camerawork is terrible, and there are many meaningless long takes that leave viewers confused. The kissing scenes are also full of close-ups, with no background music, resulting in neither aesthetic appeal nor any atmosphere.

I never rate Wang Hao Zhen drama lower than this .Even two of his dropped drama was better than this, ugh.

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The fast paced and decent reborn drama

I watched this because of Tik Tok advertisement and it was decent drama even there is less romance in this drama.

I never expected Cheng Cheng can be so youthful. Cheng Cheng and Ma Le Jie have great chemistry FL's appearance as a basketball cheerleader was stunning! Their interactions are quite sweet, but there aren't many scenes featuring them. The humiliation scenes are smooth, without any major mishaps.

The script is clichéd. FL mistakes the person who comforted her, leading her to chase after a scumbag. After her rebirth, she turns back, only to discover in the last few episodes that it was her childhood sweetheart who comforted her. There's also a lot of verbal sparring from the SFL, FL hiding her wealthy identity, the female supporting character getting humiliated at a wealthy family's house, etc. In this version rather than focusing on reborn, it more focusing on ML secret crush to FL.

I watched the same version but personally it was the most decent chemistry. Recommended to Watch.

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The ending was more abrupt than Moonlight Rush

Actually i watched this first but put this drama on my shelf and done Moonlight Rush first and people on Douyin said this version was better since there is Zhang Chi (i didn't notice it was him). But i have to disagree with them this time. Moonlight Rush was far better than this.

Many reviews of "Moonlight Rust" recommended this one. Well, maybe many people have preconceived notions. Both are good dramas, but there's no difference in quality. This one is shorter, so it doesn't have as many details as "Moonlight Rust," and the emotional descriptions aren't as delicate as Moonlight rush.

The plots are basically the same. FL's character is excellent; once she decides to divorce, she doesn't look back without hesitation. When seeking revenge, she doesn't have a saintly heart and directly gives the mistress a silver bracelet. ML is more of a supporting character, with more kissing scenes with the SML, and she only ends up with ML at the end (so why was everyone criticizing Moonlight Rust in the first place? i never understand)

The acting and looks are both good, SML is also very handsome and Gao Ming acting was decent than Zeng Xitang, SFL is a bit weaker but doesn't have much screen time.

Still decent watch though.

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Quite decent History Fantasy drama

I watched this because both of leads are my favorite but the romance in this drama seems weak but i quite enjoy historical drama so i can tolerate this drama (I quite like 1930-1950 history so i eager to watch this).

FL accidentally travels back to 1936 Paris, where she meets ML, a seemingly calculating man with a deep sense of patriotism. Together, they embark on a legendary journey across time. From initial mutual suspicion, they gradually become partners, jointly protecting cultural relics and supporting the anti-Japanese war amidst the turmoil of the era. Ultimately, they go their separate ways for the greater good of their country.

Their romance develops in a relatively peaceful setting, with some plot points involving struggles for national survival added as turning points. FL is a time traveler, so she's very determined about the future, and her change of heart towards ML is based on her understanding of the future, making good use of her expertise. The screenwriter is quite clever with this. Chen Fang Tong's crying scenes and Wang Hao Zhen's deep affection are both very moving and this is one of the greatest selling point in this drama.

ML isn't some unrealistic hero; he's an ordinary person who uses his wisdom to reclaim national treasures. The story of ML and FL going from enemies to partners is neither melodramatic nor mindless; the subject matter is positive. Although the plot is largely predictable, it's still a good work.

Recommended to watch for hisotry fantasy enjoyer.

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One of the best Zhang Jinyi-Lu Huanyu dramas.

I watched this last year but i only found out the page and rewatch it when i missed Zhang Jinyi-Lu Huanyu combo.

FL is quite pretty, and her character is good—she gets revenge on the spot and hasn't suffered any major injustices. TML hasn't done anything too outrageous either. There's a misunderstanding about a "white moonlight" character, but it's within my acceptable range. The production team seems to be relatively well-funded for a short drama, which explains why so many people watch it; it's really quite good. The kissing scene was good and the comedy was quite on point, the best part when ML put a ring into FL middle finger and she only show middle finger to everyone.

Recommended to watch.

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