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There is a description of them in my translation of some excerpts in the Discussion ...

Unfortunately, yes, they could make it shorter. But I think this is the way Chinese Dramas are ... not like American movies. They hire these good side characters. They have to use them in the plot. Also, to make it worth their investment, there has to be a certain number of episodes.

They didn't

Yep, if she had acted like most mothers should, we would not have this story. A mother would not leave a baby at home. She will regret it when she sees how close her daughter is to another woman who is more nurturing.

He doesn't want revenge on the FL. His revenge for his family causes him to hide information from the FL and abandons her ... She didn't forgive him asap because that is the plot development of the 2nd part of the drama.

The ML was sent to the borders because he killed his enemy's family. He ignored the emperor's orders. He will not return until 5 years later, which gave her the time to grow up and develop her skills and self-esteem.

Revenge because the ML's family is killed by a traitor

Yes, I was afraid that they would change that! It takes away from the story (like in WRTW) when the FL is demoted. His side of the family will be shown later on.

It takes time to develop a relationship, especially she felt guilty for leaving her daughter ... also, she is used to military training. It's an adjustment to have a tricky daughter who doesn't follow the rule like a soldier.

Actually, there is a lot of subtle wordplay / plot and character development through acting. It's not meaningless trivia. It goes into explaining why the FL is the way she is.

Yes. It's a happy ending. You will not be disappointed with the character development either.

I read the Vietnamese version of this book. Vietnamese is almost exact translation because old Vietnamese is actually Chinese-based word for word. I do get frustrated when reading English translations because there are Chinese words (especially phrases - 2 words that are put together to form a word) that don't have exact translation in English. This is one of those books that reading it in original text is worth it because the author is very descriptive. I translated some excerpts in the Discussion section.

Episode 5-6 at the lantern festival ... he saw her but she only saw his shadow. Not sure if the drama changes this event.

I like the details! It's well-done, subtle, and artistic just like the book!

I am amazed that the drama follows the book's slow pace in the first 4 episodes. I was expecting less development of the CSS's family. The first 20+chapters are boring so I thought they would just sum it up quickly, but they did drag it out a bit in slow motion. This will discourage some people who are used to quick-paced dramas.

For those who expect a quick meeting of the main leads and a fast-paced romance, this isn't the drama. They "meet" in episodes 5-6 at the lantern festival. It's going to take time for her to like him.

It's a slow beginning, but they did try to make it entertaining. I think it's worth giving it a chance to develop the narrative (which although slow, is well-acted and filmed). After episodes 5-6, it might change to a faster pace?

So far I really like the acting and funny moments (including the wordplay). It's a different type of drama. It feels like an artistic rendition rather than the typical C-dramas.

The 3rd trailer really shapes up an important theme of this drama: two people unloved and orphaned found each other. The loyalty (commitment to family revenge) vs Love theme is translating to the drama well. It looks like the drama mostly sticks to the book with the possible exception that the drama might pretty up the love story to show absolute loyalty like WRTW. I hope that it will not be too unrealistic.
But either way, the acting looks great!

This drama is divided into 2 parts. It will be a sad ending when the first part ends with him taking revenge and hurting her. In the 2nd part when he returns, they will work out their relationship and she forgives him.

Thank you. I hope that the seriousness of the novel is not lost in all the comedy ... WRTHW was not adapted well because of all the politics and trite palace drama in the script. The director didn't do a good job there because the transitions are very abrupt between comedy and serious parts. Some of the chemistry is lost in translation because of these funny moments ... this is the fault of the script, editor, and director.

This work is something like Pride and Prejudice (except with a more serious plot). The right script and director can give the right balance between comedy, romance, and serious issues. I doubt if a man understands all the nuances ... that's why in Wonder Woman, they hire a female director!

Chapter 73: CSS' 2nd attempt at canceling the marriage to LBY ...
" Translated EXCERPTS from Love Like the Galaxy Novel" in the discussion

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