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Two Kissing scene!!!

Episode 5 gave us not just one but two kissing scenes, and it was not imagination. One was the lollipop scene and the other was the couch scene.That couch kissing scene was incredibly intense. The way Jay kissed Sun, undressed him, eat his ear, gently teased his nipple, and leaned in close on the couch created so much chemistry between them. You could see the emotions building through their expressions and body language, and for a brief moment, it felt like Sun was into it and he let his guard down before pulling himself back together.That hesitation only made the moment feel even more emotionally charged, highlighting the strong attraction and unresolved tension between them.Then, just as the scene reached its emotional peak, the girl walked in and interrupted them. It was such frustrating timing because it completely broke the atmosphere and left the moment feeling unfinished.The biggest reveal came at the end of the episode when Sun finally learned that Jay is Director Arthur. The preview for the next episode also suggests that Jay has realized Sun is the Pink Teddy from years ago after recognizing his voice. Looking back, Jay's earlier flirtatious behavior and personal questions make much more sense.Now we have to wait 700+ years for next episdoe.

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The invasion of Nanny Zhu

The Emperor now takes his place and does his best to right the wrongs done to Lishan scholars. This includes recognition to Ye Li that was a bit disputed in the court but upheld after he explained his position. This meant that the trustworthy steward of Shende shop now holds an official position so there is a quest to find a store manager to take his place. Mr Tang is the best candidate and Xiu Yao is not enthused with the handsome choice, 🤣 He thinks there is something off seeking a position far away from his own family’s holdings. He expects trouble from him if hired. The prince is ever present for med checks and household stewardship. Ye Li gently hints that he might want to go back to work.🤣 I was expecting something different than business as usual from the Ding household after time in Lishan. The general of Suixue pass has died under mysterious circumstances. It is agreed that a capable general would not be easily killed by a stable hand. There is a request from the court to send Prince Ding there and he is still deciding. His nephew overhears and tells his mother. She decides to do some meddling with the Ding family and it remains to be seen if her efforts will be appreciated. She has given the gift of Nanny Zhu to their household to help take care of things. While Xiu Yao gets soup, Ye Li’s way of living is being turned upside down. This is probably how Xiu Yao felt when Ye Li arrived at the palace and invaded his personal space. 🤣 Ye Li’s snacks, meals and living quarters are all under siege by the eagle eye of Nanny Zhu who is removing all things detrimental to Ye Li’s health. When her flowers are moved and she’s kicked out of the area for sneezing, I’m sure Ye Li wanted to say something. For now she is staying quiet and obedient. So after all these arrangements, I don’t think that was calming soup the Prince received. I think Ms Wen is urging the couple along to give her a niece or nephew. She may feel a baby on the way will help Ye Li deal with Xiu Yao’s absence if he chooses the military post. Mr Tang is being followed to see where he goes after work hours. Apparently he is hiding from family to have trysts with his girl. 🤣🫣Here Prince and Princess Ding create a similar situation to disguise Ye Li’s spying, 🤣😂Sister Ning and Uncle show up for some family time. Here the uncle is happy to see his nieces getting along and even offers Ning a job. Ye Li encourages Ning to look after the families rather than just collecting rent. She wanted Ning to understand the people are more important than the money long term. Ning even offers for Ye Li to stay with her in future hard ships come. Ye Li might visit if no flute or guqin playing involved. 🤣😂 guess the business as usual episode was to show Ye Li is getting past her past, but I would have liked seeing snuggle time and/or a direct chat with Emperor rather than Guo Jin heading to Ye Li’s mom’s grave site and the invasion of Nanny Zhu. Jing Li’s plot is about to unfold and I would have liked intel from spy Feng and update from Gu. Maybe next episode when it looks like JingLi makes an appearance.

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Escolhas e Consequências.

Minha primeira impressão de Go Ahead é bastante dividida no que diz respeito à forma como o C-drama apresenta a família. Até agora, o contraste entre Li Hai Chao e os demais adultos é abissal. Ele parece ser o único adulto de fato na obra. Enquanto demonstra que ser pai é um compromisso diário, uma escolha que exige responsabilidade e dedicação, os outros parecem presos ao puro egoísmo, a uma visão irreal da realidade ou à incapacidade de enfrentar as consequências das próprias escolhas.O caso do Ling He Ping me deixa intrigado, muito pelo fato de ele ser um policial e não demonstrar a postura que eu esperaria de alguém nessa posição. Mesmo parecendo um homem bem-intencionado - nunca comprei essa ideia de colocar a família em segundo plano por causa do trabalho; acredito que é possível conciliar as duas coisas, mas enfim -, sua postura excessivamente passiva diante da ex-esposa e da ex-sogra acaba permitindo que elas imponham uma relação artificial ao Ling Xiao. Evitar conflitos pode parecer uma forma de manter a paz, mas, quando isso significa não proteger quem mais precisa, a omissão também produz consequências.Da mesma forma, penso que perdão e reconciliação não são a mesma coisa. Consigo enxergar o perdão como uma forma de deixar de carregar o peso do ressentimento, mas isso não implica reconstruir uma relação de mãe e filho como se o abandono nunca tivesse existido. Ainda mais quando a mãe já seguiu a própria vida e constituiu outra família. Algumas feridas podem cicatrizar, mas nem sempre devolvem a confiança ou a intimidade que existiam antes.Vamos ver como isso se desenrola, mas espero que o C-drama não suavize demais as consequências das atitudes dos personagens em nome da reconciliação.

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