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ML was most manipulative men in duanjus
I watched this last year because my friend recommended Yang Yubin's best works. I should said the kisses were hot but for the plot i quite hate ML to the bone and there is no redemption for him. He is included in my most manipulative ML on duanju. He appears to become FL's father business partner and FL mistook him as his father (girl, the obvious height different were clear) and ML started to obsessed over FL. ML took advantage of her vulnerability, meticulously planning every step. FL's father company went bankrupt (though not directly caused, he was the straw that broke the camel's back), FLfather got sick, and she fell into his trap. And he can forgive her so easily? I don't understand. FL were trying hard not to seeking ML helps and do anything to freed her and yeah ML acts as her only salvatation. The logic of this drama feels a bit strange. FL is a campus beauty, which I can't accept. I forced myself to finish it at 1,5 speed and wont rewatch again.Was this review helpful to you?
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Like the ambiguous tug of war of the leads
Watched this drama last year. Should i said Yuyin acting was getting better than her previous drama? Yes. I still select her drama based from my mood but this one was exception since Zhang Chi's performance always consistent. Both acting and production are excellent, with sophisticated aesthetics. The lead actors, compared to many previous versions, perfectly fit the roles, creating a strong chemistry. Yu Yin presents the character's resilience and vulnerability in layers.At first, it seems like only FL is trapped in the cage but soon, it's ML, cage; and finally, the world itself is a cage, and the process of breaking free is also a process of mutual healing between ML and FL. At the beginning, I completely understood FL and thought ML too obsessive and terrifying; but in the middle, I gradually understood ML. He was born only because of the word "suspected," had that kind of family in the alternate storyline, and was forgotten by everyone in the main storyline. Only FL could prove his existence, understand him, and see him, so he could only cling to it tightly. FL is also equally strong. Her journey from disliking ML to falling in love with him is portrayed very realistically, from initial attraction and hesitation to restraint, giving up, and finally, true love. The ambiguous, tug-of-war between the two characters is absolutely captivating.
The cons about this drama the relationship between the leads was not completely unfolded yet and too short.
Recommended if you like ambiguous tug of war of the leads
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FL was quite most annoying person for transmigrated drama
I watched this yesterday since i liked recent Li You Lin and Jin Lu Ying collaboration and watch this drama. Both lead acting are decent especially Li You Lin ; he can transformed from cruel villain to clueless lovefool. I quite like puppy in this drama too bad his screentime was only for first part of drama.The plot is about FL who transmigrated into the ML's era as his first wife who died earlier while she reading history article about him-corrupt and cruel politician.ML was chooses to buried with his first wife. She is basically lackluster in modern era so she didn't develop everything like other transmigrated FL in other dramas. The first half FL just following her knowledge on her history article so she just want to divorce ML like ML promised when they married. ML already begun to fall for her. ML true feelings are revealed when she risks her life to shield him. FL just wants to prevent him from becoming corrupted and killing fewer people, but he ends up falling for FL and not wanting a divorce anymore
The supporting characters are also well-developed; the eldest sister-in-law and Lord Lu both have their moments.
The second half was frustrating, highlighting a man who's tight-lipped and a woman who lacks boundaries. ML and FL almost never fully trusted each other. I even suspected at one point that the FL loved Lord Lu even Lord Lu was quite confused or simple term FL is Lord Lu hardcore fans, I quite understand most of viewer frustrated with FL and i first didn't understand why ML want to be buried by his first wife but i need the explanation of FL first life as first wife.
I quite how the kisses was elevated from the first until the last one the romance chemistry between Li You Lin and Jin Lu Ying was quite good.
Quite decent watch if you are quite patient person. with FL stubbornness.
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The Princess plot was quite interesting.
I watch this drama last December and it was actually still watchable aspects as flaws, so let's list them directly.The kissing scenes between the ML and FL are solid, both passionate and intense.ML is incredibly charming and manipulative-green tea verified, leaving her ex-husband helpless. Li Zijie was a good kisser.
The political intrigue in the later stages was rushed; the verbal sparring should have been reduced, focusing more on the strategic maneuvering. Too many plot elements, and they were all old tropes, making it quite confusing when you watch this.
I quite like Princess back story (it was actually this drama strong point), you might think she's an insignificant plot device, but she actually has a unique mindset. Not only does she plot a rebellion, but she also wants to be with the FL. In reality, the Princess's rebellion is only because she secured peace through a marriage alliance, but upon returning home, she's condemned for her chastity. FL has a reputation for chastity, and the Princess believes she's only pure when she's with her.
The princess's ending was also good. Although she rebelled, she was ultimately allowed to become the empress. People understood her grievances and hardships, and didn't look down on her. Just like the FL said, a woman's chastity is never beneath her skirts. ML hides multiple identities, only revealed at the end.
Recommended to watch.
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Beside good kisses, nothing could satisfy me from this drama
I watched this even before i watched Liang Wenjing and Zhao Tingyi version but i couldn't enjoy this drama. I even tried to fasten the speed of drama to avoid dropped for this drama. I love Wang Xuan but i never found Yu Ling acting was not good-she needs some proper acting lesson; most of her drama are disappointing me. The only good thing in this drama was the kisses even the chemistry between the lead were average.The overall story is a mess, the pacing is terrible, the characters are ruined, almost all the supporting characters have been cut, and those who remain are just tools to make ML more better. ML characterization was too plain and has no charm. FL characterization was mess. She was so immature and childish and it feels i watched some of choppy idol drama instead of relating of FL situation.
I wont recommend this drama
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If you ignore the romance part, it was good.
I watched this as someone who had experience laid off when i was sick. So I will make review based from FL perspective.FL has no privilege. She's just like us—an unlucky person who gets laid off on her first day of employment, an ordinary person who stays up all night working on a proposal. Her story begins in the depths of despair and is completed through resilience. I like Liang Wenjing acting in here. It feels natural without being over cute in no place.
This drama is very well-made, especially the workplace scenes. Although there are some dramatic exaggerations, the set design is excellent, and the characters' development is clear. Many working professionals who watched this drama must have felt a jolt of unease (including me). The overly realistic plot created a strong sense of discomfort, especially the scene where they congratulated someone with sex, was particularly triggering. I want to tell young girls be very careful when you encounter this kind of so-called mentor in the workplace. This drama shows difficult for young women to discern whether a powerful figure's success is due to age, position, or love. Once you have a relationship with a powerful figure, all your hard work will be erased.
The cons is the romance part; Zhao Tingyi almost didn't show any chemistry with Liang Wenjing. It feels Liang Wenjing trying hard to build up the chemistry but Zhao Tingyi builds some invisible wall for her. Don't know why Zhao Tingyi skills in here kind of being nerfed. If the chemistry were there, it would be more better.
Still recommended to watch.
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The first half of drama were fine but it went downhill afterward
I watched this last year because both actors are likable. You need to know the first scene about the Shower Kiss was that hot. Zhang Shan is one of great kisser in duanju. Sexual Tension between Yao Guanyu and Zhang Shan was there.The first half of the drama was quite fine when FL wants to stay away from ML and ML tried to get her. The major turnoff was half of this drama until the end of drama, FL didn't have a backbone, she just followed her foster mother advice and ML was to scared to rebel from her mother. It was a snoozefest and dragged the same problem without any proper solution.
Was on verge of dropping this drama and i tried to watch with speed of 1.75x and it's not worth it.
Only for Hardcore fans.
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Yu Peishan needs to get more non scumbag role.
I watched this since my friends said this is Yu Peishan non-scumbag role and you need to watch this. Xu Bodi/ Wang Xi acting was quite fine and she is not artificial cute.I thought it was usual plot of a scumbag regretting his actions, but i was wrong; FL amnesia is just her awakening for the truth.
FL loses her memory (not fake amnesia), she's is very kind ML constantly trying to make amends. Because her family ignored her for two years due to amnesia, only ML stayed by her side and cared for her every day. FL cuts her toxic family and therefore, she's quite dependent on him. ML is deeply in love with her; even before her amnesia, even she treated him badly, he never left. After her amnesia, he's very good to her, and he becomes anxious and insecure, afraid that she'll regain her memory and leave him. The kisses was good. Yu Peishan quite good kisser and the relationship growth between FL and ML pace was right. The romance between FL and ML are very sweet, and even in the last few episodes when the FL regains her memory, there's no heartbreak; she openly tells the male lead she loves him. No angst included.
Every time I see a Chinese short drama like this, I wonder why SML always confident the FL won't leave him? This one is the same; he realizes he loves the FL halfway through, but it's too late.
There is flaw about ML was trying Mango Yogurt from FL while he was allergic to it. But overall it didn't affect the quality of this drama
Recommended to Watch.
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The only good thing in this drama are both lead good looks.
I watched this last year and i remember why i was so dissatisfied with this drama.Plot is about husband chasing after his wife, featuring a Li Lei aka Gantie Rou Rou and Guo Yuxin. FL is incredibly beautiful, and ML keeps showing off his muscles—their acting great but the chemistry was too bland. There are just too many flaws in the plot.
ML character was ultimate scumbag and he has no redemption point to get back to FL. FL was no better she has no backbone.
Better avoid this expect you want to see good looking people with cheesy plot.
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Everyone is crazy (in both way)
I watched this because i love all three actors in here and finally Yu Long is playing as antagonist (not with his real CP) so i can watch in ease. Zhang Jinyi acting was commendable and her chemistry with Liang Siwei is overflowing and the kisses scene were so playful.Plot is about ML is released from prison and gives the FL a mission: to get pregnant with his brother's child to sabotage his arranged marriage. The female lead is shocked: "...What?" ( I am with FL in this time)
This drama reminds me of Zhen Ziqi-Zhao Xixi drama but with difference ML initially had feelings for the FL for the first time, leading to some regret, but this initial attraction wasn't enough to overcome his initial plans. Later, his feelings intensified, unable to resist. Liang Siwei can create portrayal of the changes in his feelings for the FL—his initial attraction and subsequent regret
Two crazy MLs, one is a tough-talking but soft-hearted god, the other is a ruthless person who pretends to be weak but actually strong. Poor FL is caught in the middle. She's already in a quagmire, yet she still has a kind heart. Forced to navigate between two dilemmas, she seeks survival and a new life.
Although FL is being held hostage by ML, she knows how to negotiate, resist, and even manipulate the MLs. FL's ability to discern the problem with the tea and use it to her advantage is commendable! Zhang Jinyi is such a perfect fit for the role.
ML's brother is a complex and multifaceted character, offering many twists and turns; you know he's bad, but he remains enigmatic. I like Yu Long quirky charm in this drama.
Personally the team want to give Hong Kong style cinematography but somehow ended using too many blue filter.
Recommended to Watch.
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Decent Wen Xi-Shang Chen version
I was watching this drama last year and i really eager to make a review since i quite obsessed with Wen Xi and Shang Chen version.Zhang Yilun nailed the realistic CEO; his cold expression is quite intimidating and his acting was not overly excessive. Personally i am not really fond of Wang Yujing acting but she slightly better in this drama but need to level up her acting skill. The chemistry is quite decent to watch.
The first half is somewhat similar to the third version, with many inner monologues, but it feels much more natural than the third version. The monologues contrast sharply with her outward actions, vividly portraying a cold-faced but warm-hearted character, thus highlighting the significance of the monologues. The scenes showcasing her strength are fully preserved: confronting her adoptive mother (without crying), confronting the professor, confronting the Zhou family, confronting her colleagues—a strong woman's image is fully presented.
The costumes, makeup, and props show that this is the limit of a low-budget production. There are plenty of kissing scenes filmed beautifully with a good atmosphere. The dialogue is fast-paced. The original voice acting and the lead actors' performances are also good, making for a very enjoyable viewing experience. The only drawback is the limited screen time for supporting characters, making the overall drama feel somewhat thin.
The biggest letdown on this version is older brother is completely unacceptable in every terms; his looks, dialogue, acting, and charisma are all lacking. Although his role is small, it's quite important for the story.
Although the supporting characters and family relationships were significantly cut, and the romance between the ML and FL was accelerated, the overall viewing experience is quite good.
Even this drama is not best adaptation you still need to watch this.
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It was decent drama
I was watching this because i like Liang Siwei and Zhang Jinyi. Both has overflowing chemistry and decent acting skill.After watching this version, I realized just how bad the first version's scriptwriter was. It was clearly a good script, but the changes were a complete mess, a real waste of the first version's actors. This version has a clear storyline, a three-dimensional structure, a tight and smooth pace, and characters whose actions are consistent with their established personalities. The FL's past was incredibly dark, but the ML's tragic past was partly caused by the original FL.
ML becomes the FL's salvation, and at the same time, he reconciles with his past and no longer sees revenge as his life's purpose. The kiss was not too much but it was decent when the emotions are right, or when the plot requires it, is perfectly fine—fresh and not cheesy.
The only downside is the constant cigarette scenes; it's like smoking for the sake of smoking.
Recommended to Watch.
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This is My Guilty Pleasure
I watched this on Dramabox with other name Mismarriage. The plot is cliche, FL got one-night-stand with FL and antagonist took her place. ML began to torture FL and FL got sick and died ML felt devastated and want to repent himself and suddenly ML got accident and met someone with FL face as his savior.Bai Yan and Ma Xiao Yu chemistry are the reason i watch this drama until finish. Ma Xiao Yu nailed playing scumbag ML. The Antagonists are quite scary and make ML character is more humane despite developing Stalker behavior.
This is my guilty pleasure. Only Hardcore fans could watch this.
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Mixed emotion in this drama
I watch this for Zhang Jinyi because the makeup, hairstyle, clothing and filter are pretty good and it was the one the best Zhang Jinyi looks for me. The chemistry between her and Zhao Zhendong are satisfying but the plot is not for me. I remember Wang Kaimu-Ye Xinxin version which acclaimed the best adaptation is not for my liking too.First episode inexplicably froze on the scene where the FL looks at the ML , and he suddenly takes off his glasses, turns around and glances back, and there's a long slow-motion shot, which made me a little awkward. There is mismatch fact on this drama which i annoyed they want to bring 70's-90's vibe and people using smartphone? this is not fantasy drama.
Maybe fans of both actor could enjoy this drama.
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Pure Revenge with No Romance
I waited this drama for last year and watch again in this year to make proper review.Satisfying revenge drama with a strong FL. There's no romance, so you don't have to worry. It's not a case of the FL being stronger than the ML, and there are no generic seduction scenes. FL is rational, clear-headed, and decisive in her actions. The overall pacing is tight and smooth, with no empty talk.
FL never suffers a loss from beginning to end, making for a highly satisfying experience. The production is excellent, even dividing the series into chapters. The cinematography is superb, with well-controlled camera angles. Coupled with the FL's outstanding performance, the viewing experience is very immersive, even reminiscent of a blockbuster film. The only drawback is the rushed ending, and the villains throughout the series suffer from severe intellectual decline, resorting to nothing more than destroying people's innocence--a rather frustrating tactic.
Cheng Qiaosi as antagonist is decent enough but this is Han Yutong powerhouse acting showcase. Both of the lead are doing great job.
Recommended to watch if you want to watch pure revenge drama.
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