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The leaked videos of Zheng Ye Cheng from the set are so good. He’s captivating in every way—from his script readings to his intense performance as Ximen Chui Xue.💖

Yesterday, Zheng Ye Cheng finally returned to the set. He hadn't been filming for a long time. He's wearing that black and white costume again. I wonder if he’ll wear any other outfits in this series? There should be at least 2 or 3 different ones. 😐

She plays a guest role in The Legend of Lu Xiao Feng, but it’s a very important role. I also really liked her costume in the drama. She just left Siba. I think she will act in more dramas in the future. Just wait for the drama with Ao Rui Peng to be released. Then she will be popular again like before and receive new script offers.

Happy birthday my sweet girl !!!🥹🎂🧚🏻‍♀️

I’ve noticed that most actors who aren't on my favorites list often choose high-quality scripts—or at least, they end up in series that match my taste. On the other hand, there are many of my favorite actors whose script choices I don't like, and because of that, I can't bring myself to watch their shows.

I started watching this series with zero expectations, but I found out that it’s actually quite good. Before this, I hadn't watched any projects featuring these actors except for Zuo Ye (who plays Chen Xuan Qing). I really liked everyone's acting. Also, Ren Min is so sweet!! I love the way she uses her facial expressions. The casting was spot on. I used to think the male lead looked too old, but it turns out they chose such an actor specifically for the role—he is Chen Xuan Qing's uncle. Anyway, I think I’ll become a fan of many actors thanks to this series, starting with Ren Min 👑.

1. I am not spreading hate toward the actress; I am criticizing the director, the producers, and the series itself.
2. I didn't call for a boycott of the series, but I understand those who do. Casting a minor in a romantic drama means this situation will only become more common in the future.
3. You see different people coming here and reacting, and you claim it's being done repeatedly. Everyone is entitled to express their own opinion. I only came here once before to give my reaction, which was when the filming started. However, while randomly browsing the show's page today, I saw comments normalizing the situation under the guise of 'neutrality.' That's why I'm writing this. Besides, no matter what you say, you keep circling back to defending this series.

Lol, the common trait of everyone ganging up on me here is that they’re fans of the drama or one of the actors. You don’t accept logical criticism; instead, you give illogical replies. I’m not a fan of the actress, so I only comment based on the type of drama I’m watching. Instead of criticizing why I only reacted here, first read my earlier comments. Because from the very beginning, it's about my interest in this genre and the fact that the actors give off sibling energy instead of romantic chemistry, plus the actor doesn't look like a mature individual. Keep on defending them; I see what you're trying to do.

And today you condemn people for criticizing an underage actress playing the role of a married woman. Tomorrow, young girls like Ai Mi will be cast in the same roles. You should not normalize this situation.

Okay, what does this have to do with me or Ai Mi? She’s not even a popular actress yet. Surely you don’t think so many people came here just to target her career. There’s an obvious mistake here that gives reason for criticism: a 17‑year‑old actress is playing the role of a married woman. There’s no sense of romantic chemistry between the actors. On the contrary, they give off a brother‑sister vibe. Of course, in this situation she will be criticized. Remember, criticisms are always divided into two groups — justified and unjustified.

If you look at the issue from an actress-fan perspective, then all of her dramas should be criticized. But if you are a fan of a specific drama genre, you only express your reaction within that context. So what do you want now? Just because her other drama isn’t being criticized, should this one also be spared? In the end, it shows that you’re defending the drama. It’s like you’re waging a logic battle, manipulating people with words so they won’t criticize.

In that case, you shouldn't be defending her just because she is being criticized. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. In this situation, those who want to watch will watch, and those who are uncomfortable with it will criticize it. Besides, I actually like her. I hope she takes on roles in the future that are more appropriate for her age. For instance, if she had starred in a high school drama instead of this series, she wouldn't have received this much backlash.

A 'Big IP' isn't always referring to a popular novel. It can also refer to projects with the highest quality investment, costumes, and promotional content. At least, that’s how I understand it.
She looks younger than her actual age, and I stand by that statement. Even if she looks more mature in other series, the same doesn't apply to this one. The leaked images from the set and the promotional materials make her look so small that it’s actually creating a sense of revulsion in people. Previously, Ai Mi wasn't well-known, so there wasn't much backlash, but now everyone knows her age and the fact that she’s playing a married woman. Furthermore, everyone is aware that she is 17 but looks like a 15-year-old girl in this role. I honestly don't understand what you are still trying to deny.

I never said she was untalented. My reaction is because her appearance and age do not fit the character in this drama. Besides, I’ve seen her before in supporting roles. She is a talented actress and also very beautiful. If in the future she takes roles in dramas that match her age and looks, I will watch again. But if she plays roles that don’t suit her just because of favoritism, I cannot watch. I call it favoritism because there are many young, talented actresses around 25 years old who never get leading roles in major costume dramas. Many of them shine only after years of playing supporting roles to earn a chance at the lead — for example, Kong Xu Er.

I also know that Ai Mi has been in the industry for years and has played supporting roles in many dramas. But that still doesn’t justify her getting a leading role in a major costume drama before even reaching adulthood.

In my very first comment above, I had already responded exactly to this point of view. I repeat: modern, historical, and medieval dramas have different audiences. Costume dramas, however, attract a larger audience. That is precisely why this drama has received such extreme backlash.

I understand what you mean, but you are trying to turn even this situation to the drama's advantage. That is exactly what I meant.

Also, I don't mean to be rude, but what you’re defending is quite absurd. Because you admit it yourself: it's a Big IP project, people are more excited about this drama, and when they come to this page, they are surprised and disappointed by the actress they see. They have the right to criticize the cast of the series they choose to watch.

It is not a problem for young actors to play mature characters; the problem is that they still give off a 'childish' vibe. I think you are forgetting the characteristics of the role. She is playing the role without fitting the character. That is the issue.

Besides, this isn't theater; it’s a TV series. The pros and cons should be determined beforehand. They cast young actresses in lead roles as if they are suffering from a shortage of actors

When I first said she filmed this series, what I meant was that she was still a child back then. Besides, I'm not interested in modern dramas, which is why I don't react to her other shows. Also, this series is a major 'Big IP' project. People get very excited about historical costume dramas. That’s why most people are feeling disappointed right now. You are an HMH fan. How can you find it normal for your idol to be partnered with a 16-year-old girl? It feels like you’re only commenting just to defend your idol’s drama.

It is not normal for a 16-year-old girl to play the role of a married woman; I’m sorry, but I won’t agree with you on this. HMH is an ideal choice for this role, but Ai Mi definitely isn’t. And being talented isn't enough to get a role. Physical appearance matters too. Let’s be realistic: if I want to watch an adult female character, why should I see a 16-year-old girl in that role?

I think the reason is that this drama was the first to start filming, and Ai Mi looks like a 15-year-old girl in costume. Yet she’s playing the role of a married woman lol. I’ve never had a problem with HMH, and I’m not even a modern drama viewer, so I guess I would only come to this site to react.

Did you know that it’s not just this series that has haters, and that the same situation exists for other shows as well? Take Pursuit of Jade, for example. No other series right now has as many haters as that one does, yet its overall rating only dropped from 9.2 to 9.1. The fact that VoS’s rating fell this much can’t possibly be the work of haters alone. Because so far, I have never seen or heard of a series whose score dropped this significantly just because of people hating on it.