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you rated this drama a 5!

It does seem this director likes sadistic tones and themes, maybe that's why he built up the villains more than the good guys. Judging from the BE where the pendant fell off his mouth to the final ending where the pendant stayed on his mouth validates what I always thought that Ep 40 was a HE.

My takeaway is that it is a benefit to have couple pairing where the leads already friends before filming, understand each other and work well together. The leads did a great job of creating dynamics of their chemistry. Basically, the director is praising them.

Someone made a video of the famous lines in the novel restored in the drama. I will paste the link above under links for promotion materials.

I see Han Ting's straightforward and serious tone, authoritative yet thoughtful demeanor when mentoring JI Xing. HT's brutal hard truths pierces Ji Xing's proud display. Her face shifted from pride and optimism to sadness and worry.

He's fast learner. Soso. He can only get better and better.

This is this director's first drama. Maybe his out of touch with today's audience who want more realism that art. Abstract art is subjective.

People who watch this drama really love it. I follow the Douban percentage of perfect 10 scores on many highly rated (MDL 8.5 to 9) of the most popular dramas, and most don't get above 20% in perfect scores on Douban. WOL actually increased from 20.2% to 21.5%.

her trademark in the drama is that Cui Lin is resourceful and cunning

The director of this drama did a great job how he executed this story. So many dramas, the audiences always complain about the endings, but this drama the pacing and the ending is so perfect.

Ep 40 ending
Li Ni: "I would never lose. I let your mother win."
Zhen: "I understand, it's just like how Dao lets me win"
Li Ni: "Just like how Dao lets you wins, but in the future, there will be someone who lets Zhen win"

Every Xu Kai drama with a love story, Xu Kai can make hearts flutter. Xu Kai and Jing Tian with their push and pull dynamics as a couple is as authentic as it gets.

don't click this link unless you're willing to be spoil because it's a huge spoiler
you have to be strong to watch this scene
https://x.com/i/status/1806644727082582492

Xu Ka said the scene of them with faces in the water, since horses were close by and it takes a long time to shoot scenes, there is horse urine mixed into the water. It's a testament to the dedication of the actors and production team.

ABAY was XK's first time to experience audio post-production process in a studio as none of the audio had been done during filming as was the case with SHPH and BCE. What's interesting is that he did the dubbing in Oct 2023 soon after he wrapped BCE, or almost six months after he wrapped ABAY. In later interview, he said there will always be regrets. He is never satisfied.

you sound like an interesting and amazing person. Your comments are cheerful and helpful.

To me, 40 episodes is not too long for ABAY.

Drama length can vary based on storytelling complexity, character development, and plot arcs. Some viewers appreciate longer dramas for their depth, while others prefer shorter formats. Ultimately, preferences differ, and there’s no fixed rule for drama length.

Fair judgment requires experiencing something firsthand. If someone dismisses a 40-episode drama without watching it, it’s only fair to consider the opposite perspective as well

Heat, the character of Han Ting has reached 3 million

I almost mistake Zhang Ling for Leon Lai. They look alike.

My impression of Ji Xing and Han Ting
Ji Xing is a spontaneous and creative technology genius brimming with innovative ideas and energy. Her approach to life and work can be a bit chaotic, but her passion and creativity drive her forward. Despite the challenges she faces, her ability to think outside the box and adapt quickly helps her navigate the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship. However, her intense focus on her career ended her relationship with her ex-boyfriend, who left her because she was a workaholic.

Han Ting, on the other hand, is a pragmatic and disciplined CEO. His methodical and strategic mindset contrasts with Ji Xing’s spontaneity, provide a stabilizing influence in their professional and personal interactions. Han Ting’s ability to remain calm and composed makes him an excellent mentor and leader, guiding Ji Xing as she pursues her entrepreneurial dreams. He is also known for being ruthless in his business dealings, ensuring that his company stays ahead in the competitive tech industry. This combination of pragmatism and ruthlessness makes him both a formidable leader and a challenging partner.

Their love story is compelling because it shows how two very different people can overcoming challenges together.

If she doesn't like an actor, she will say that the drama is led by the female lead when it clearly lists the male lead first. It's intentional. In her mind, the male lead doesn't deserve to be an actor. I've even seen her bring up gossip if she doesn't like the actor. Like what does it have to do with the review?