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I'm only at episode 26. I wish I have watched the entire movie because I know later on, the relationship, emotions and chemistry are going to get even more intense like a roller coaster. This movie is definitely one that people who get the connections will rewatch certain scenes between them. Their chemistry really draws you in and makes you feel for them. I think the reason there is chemistry is because in real life the actors are quite comfortable with each other.

The FL character was not well-received by some of the audience, which could have ruined the chemistry for them.

Understanding the characters helps me better perceive the chemistry between them.
The way they dealt with their emotions towards each other was charged with chemistry.
They had that initial date at the Hut where they cooked together, shared their dreams and childhood memories, later on battlefield, exchanged love letters, they would reminisce and shared their deepest thoughts and feelings, and later they would always connect with each other at Wonderland, their special place. Intense moments of conflict and confusion arose between them too, but their efforts to make up and help each other were also charged with chemistry. Their connection was so intense that it felt like two souls had melted into one - true soul mates.

While some of these scenes may seem boring if you don’t see the connection, for me, they were natural and sweet moments between the characters. The acting was very natural and low-key, which is how it is in real-life when you are sentimental and opening up your heart to someone about your deepest feelings. The actors did a great job of making boring conversation very sentimental and sweet. Even during times of conflict, their chemistry was palpable, and you could feel their pain.

The Cui family/army was never a threat to the throne as they had always stayed in their prefecture prior to the rebellion (I'm guessing) until since they marched to the capital to kill Sun Jing and seize the crown, as stated in episode 1. They then had occupied the eastern capital, Luoyang, and would not give it back. This made them a threat and force to be deal with and Cui family became a target. This is why the idea of a marriage alliance to Cui Lin came about.
Li Ni and Cui Lin had a long and excruciatingly painful discussion that neither will be able to persuade the other and left it at that. But then the crafty brother brought up to emperor he wanted to have Cui Lin.

The human emotions in this drama series are quite complex, and the show does an excellent job of portraying them. Episode 16 is particularly noteworthy because of Li Ni’s character. He is an amazing human being who helps Ying come out of her emotional crisis or depression in the sweetest, most caring, patient, and understanding way. He has a deep understanding of her emotions and feelings. I really love how episodes 15 and 16 deal with grief, guilt, and pain.

Ying never really blamed Li Ni. In episode 15, she said to Taozi before the ambush, “It’s our army’s fault to let them lose the pass and more than half their men. I wouldn’t have kept calm either if I were in his shoes, but I’d believed he would trust me.” Later, after she felt better, she said to Taozi at the end of episode 16, “I know he wants to apologize, and I shouldn’t be mad at him. If it were someone else, I wouldn’t be so mad, but he is not just anyone else.”

Li Ni was content to hear that Ying did not blame him and was willing to forgive him.
Also, Ying was detained by Li Ni so she had nowhere to go to deal with her emotions.

This movie shows how the strongest of us are only human.

Beauty is subjective and varies from person to person. Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. However, Xu Kai physical beauty is undeniable.

she's unwavering so she's not going to change. she will only become more determined. She's on a mission to save an entire people from the grasp of tyrants and bad rulers.

I've watched FIYS and loved it. 3.2 out of 10 is joke to me. Xu Kai looks and acts the part of a nerd albeit a rich and not so introverted nerd but still a nerd. The entire cast had amazing chemistry. I don't anyone who could have played the role the way Xu Kai did. Similar to AMA, Xu Kai put his distinctive mark on the character. Any other actor the movie would turn out completely different feeling.

"it took the useless father 40 episodes to realize what a filial son he had"
Every time I think of the father, I can't help but laugh, good actor.
in ep. 26, he said to his son Jun, "you think I'm a fool?" For once, he was not stupid and believed Li Ni had the evidence to incriminate his brother. For once, he was not duped. For once, he believed Li Ni instead of his brother. I was waiting for something stupid from the father. It shocked me.

Douban is China audience only, so they have different taste and requirements. They probably don't like the whole gaming thing. I read somewhere that if the movie is dubbed, points will be deducted. You have to be "young at heart" to watch FIYS.

SML is a character with a complex and troubled past. His childhood was marked by constant sickness, living as a shadow for Ying, and a delusional state of mind, fueled by his unrequited love for Ying. The arrival of Li Ni shattered his already fragile emotional state, and he was disowned by the Cui family, leaving him with no past or future identity. As an adult, SML has become increasingly unstable, dangerous, and violent. His mental illness has made him deranged, delusional, and obsessive. It is unlikely that he can be cured easily.

Unlike Li Ni’s father and brothers’ comical roles, SML’s role is serious and pivotal to the plot. His character creates twists and turns that keep the audience engaged and guessing. This kind of role has the potential to be an award-winning performance, but Gao Han’s portrayal of the character falls short of its potential.

I just watched episode 26. Watching one episode a day is agonizingly slow and painful but that is all that is available to me. Now I have to wait two more days to see episode 27. Next week, I will finally get to the epic heart-wrenching, visually stunning tragedy in ep. 30/31 that has moved many. WoL is well structured, consistent throughout, a tight plot, focused narrative, cohesive storyline, a unified plot that is light-hearted, fun, and funny, will I cry? There are no boring episodes so far, each episode goes by incredibly fast, intelligently moving from one thing to another thing, giving viewer more insights into the characters mind and heart and foreshadowing of things to come, easy to watch, every episode, every scene is so well connected and consistent, seamlessly weaved together, like following "the yellow brick road" to its ultimate destination, so you just go along with the ride, while it absorbs and maintains your attention with conflicts, love, romance, and comedy, and before you know, it's over. Despite watching the movie over a span of many weeks, one can still easily recall past scenes due to the movie’s simplicity. The story is engaging, the production is beautifully done, and the romance is sweet. You just want to keep going to find out what fate lies ahead for Li Ni and Ying.

WoL should be an easy binge movie because it is weaved together so seamlessly, and each episode moves fast.

If only there was a female leading lady who is also good at fighting, using weapons, and martial arts in real life to pair up with Xu Kai for a movie. She doesn't have to be professional or expert but just an amateur who enjoys physical activities and action, similar to Xu Kai. That could make for interesting chemistry.

Li Ni is a very perceptive and understanding man. He not only loves her for her intelligence and wit, but he truly understands her emotions. Of course, there are misunderstanding along the way, but it doesn't take long for him to figure her out. I really love the episodes where she is mad at him and overwhelmed with grief that her brother died, and he goes out of his way to help her out of her emotional wreck. It was truly amazing to watch such depth and empathy from Li Ni. If Xu Kai cannot act, then how did I feel this about LI Ni?

the "stupid" act is part of the comedy for me

I get the movie is not your cup of tea.

Oh I see. His movies are boring. He's only moderately popular.

same here. I am only on episode 25 and have watched all the spoilers, but since I want to truly watch the movie, I will patiently (since only one episode a day is available to me) watch each episode. I get that this movie is not everyone's cup of tea. The plot is straightforward and maybe not intriguing or exciting enough for some, or it's too much romance. Some audiences seem to really take the characters personally and dislike them so much, like the female lead, father, the second male lead, then there are some Xu Kai haters out there, I don't see other movie reviews that garner this kind of hate for an actor. People who are romantic and sentimental will truly enjoy this movie.

OK thanks for clarifying

Ying wants Li Ni to be crown prince because she feels that is his only way to survive in this life.
Ying 's motto in life is to stay alive because only the living can save the people in this world from tyrants. She sees Li Ni's greatness to do good in this world. He is rare person.