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Zhi Jian always running into Lord Ding and MZH's private moments are now also running into his brother and Juli's lovey-dovey's moment. It's hilarious!🤪

The Emperor explained the reason personally to the 1st Prince. This was toward the end of ep 20. It's because it's the Prince's duty and responsibility, thus there shouldn't be a reward for doing something that he should do as a Prince. The Emperor is alluding to the 1st Prince about him being a future emperor.

DO NOT READ! =)

Wow, I haven't felt this happy for Monday to come sooner in a long while!

A lot of the Chinese adaptions don't stick 100% to the age of the characters in historical Chinese time when it was the norm for women/girls at the tender age of 14 to be married and have children. Drama adaptions are revised to fit today's societal norms and changes, and tolerance; otherwise 90% of the Chinese historical dramas FL’s would be performed by 14-16yo teenagers and the series would only get a small percentage of viewers.

Having said that, I’m still struggling to understand what is the major issue at heart. In the novel, FL was 18 and ML was 30 (12 years apart). No big deal and I wouldn’t categorize this as old man teenager romance. In real life, FSF is 44 and Jing Tian is 35 (9 years apart). Also not a big deal by today’s standard. So, perhaps the conundrum is a 44 y.o. FSF playing the role of a 30 years ML (14 years diff) and 35 JT playing an 18 y.o. FL (17 years diff)?

I understand everyone has their preferences and this series may not be to your liking because the age thing is off-putting. The lead performances are rather amazing. Most viewers would rather have older and experienced performers for the roles so that we get a high quality drama than some young bucks and damsels ruining a beautiful and entertaining story, which is sad to say, I have witnessed many times before in Cdrama world.

I hope you find something enjoyable to watch.

I try not to read the novel or original work while watching the drama adaptation because it has ruined my viewing experience before. Their relationship is truly very mature and beautiful. I saw some previews and are even more in love with this couple and Lord Ding’s character in how he’s respecting her need for independence and individualism.

I feel the same way. This series is one notch above the three you mentioned above in term of satisfaction and entertainment values to me.

Hmmm.. this is such a tough question. I hope they do end up together despite her flaws.

So good I'm having withdrawal already and having to wait 2 more days for new eps.

My solution?...(a) Fast forward watch When I fly Towards You to sample more of Zhou Yi Ran's talent; (b) eat all the food I like before I visit the gym; (c) do my nails in prep of hanging out with my girlfriends tomorrow. 🤪 You should do something that brings you joy, too!!!!

If you like smart, independent, sensible, compassionate female lead, you will love this one. I really enjoy this series and it's easily one of my top favorites this year. Have a great watch!😀

Ageism is a b*tch and discrimination is real. Truth is age gap is not the main reason most of the time. I don't see as many people complaining about age gap when the leads are younger actors/actresses with a 10 years gap. This only become a problem when the leads are older in real life.

I don't think she will be the empress later on. We are already 18 episodes which is half way done. It's possible that she wants the throne but at the way the show is presented, I just don't see it viable. She doesn't have court support, backup people ,or military power, so it would be difficult to execute even a coup. The only advantage she has that I can see is the love and support of the citizens.

Mr. Mu may not be a good father nor husband, but thanks for delivering humor. So hilarious in not recognizing MZH over the first several of encounters, and then proceed to giving life advice on how to pick a "good one."😂

Our brave and intelligent MZH just won another battle. She's earned the sour-pussed-face's respect, Zhi Jian.😁

It feels so good to see the First Prince, MZH, and SJH working well together to solve problems. I'm also happy to see how well the prince flex when needed to curb dissidents.

Hahaha...can't wait to find out what's going on. He's probably jealous.

Me, too. And I hope it also helps remove certain viewers' bias on casting older leads if the role is appropriate.

30K is better, and it's a very good level.

Hahahahah....I'll laugh at your crying. Yes, it's very romantic. This series is one of my favorites this year.