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Good plot with merman and female CEO tropes but was destroyed by leads' subpar performances

I was in the mood for short dramas with mermaid / merman trope this week so I chose to watch this drama a few nights ago. After watching more than 10 dramas with that trope, I had low expectations. Now this drama started off good but it could not live up to its potential.

What I liked:
1. Plot - I must say that I had not seen this plot in other mermaid & merman dramas. I liked the story enough.
2. ML characterisation - I liked ML's puppy behaviour. He was clingy to FL.
3. Duration - I think this drama is just over an hour so it was an easy watch.
4. Styling - While the styling was hit and miss in this drama, there were a few points that I liked: the merman outfit & wig (it gave ML a different look compared to his human form) and the water resistant suit that ML wore.

What I disliked:
1. Antagoinst - For me, the antagonist arc was too simplify that he seemed like a caricature. No substance.
2. Acting - The acting by both leads felt amateurish. I simply couldn't connect to FL because Zhang Qing was bad at portraying an arrogant female president. There was zero chemistry between Zhang Qing and Su Yu Hang. They gave friendly acquaintance vibe rather than lovers vibe.
3. Romance - I was surprised when FL told ML that she liked him too. I didn't see any romantic buildup but then again their lack of chemistry most likely led me to miss out this part.

Favourite scene
When antagonist did something to ML to get ML's tail to appear

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Good story and acting

Honesty it was very easy to enjoy this drama and root for the characters, it had a unique plot with the ghosts that somewhat played a role in the show, it was generally used to provide a reason for the characters to get close but didn't really impact the story after the conflict was resolved, but was interesting and entertaining nonetheless, the acting was good and the romance was cute as well, overall a good watch and would recommend it. I can't say much about the music as I'm not someone who pays attention to it very often, I usually stick to the story, dialogue, and acting but from from what I could tell, the music worked with the dialogue to guide the emotions of the viewer and didn't feel out of place.

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A Raw Exploration of Identity and Connection

I really enjoyed this. It had the same tone as my favorite movie, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. While the narrative was different, it carried similar flashback elements and emotional character connections. The male and female leads also shared similar character arcs and growth, and the way they interacted with others echoed that film as well. So, of course, I naturally gravitated toward this feature.

Even with those parallels, it delivered a raw and emotional story in its own unique way. As it explored themes of self-identity and the meaning of life, we watched two vulnerable people find each other — all while battling self-sabotaging behaviors. I really appreciated the philosophical moments and how real and honest they felt. I also loved the characters themselves; they came across as believable, approachable, and sincere. There were parts near the end that didn’t fully fit the tone of the film, but it wasn’t a big issue. I understood the metaphors those scenes were aiming for, and the remainder of the film recaptured the emotional depth I’d felt earlier. That said, I do think the ending could have been more powerful if it had ended a few minutes earlier — leaving things on a note of healing and self-growth. Then again, that kind of ending might have disappointed viewers who prefer resolutions that follow more conventional romantic expectations.

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não promete nada, e também não entrega nada

Esse mini drama é bem básico, simples e razoável, a história não se fecha por completo, muitas lacunas, ost e a fotografia poderia ter sido melhores, parece que faltou interesse na produção.
infelizmente não é um bom, porque tinha tudo pra ser um drama gostoso, leve e gostoso de assistir… A história é bem muito bonitinha, mas falha bastante o roteiro, os atores são bonitos só que a proposta é fraca.
Acabou o último episódio totalmente despreparado, poderia ter mais uns 5 episódios e entregar a resolução do namoro deles…
Resumindo: pra mim ele não promete nada, e também não entrega nada.

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Raw, Emotional, and Unforgettable

This was the best watch for me, but its haunting content and tone may not be for everyone. It is a story with heavy situations and personal accounts of unintentional consequences, self-reflection, and atonement. It is highly thrilling and biting—I could feel the intensity in every sequence, in the dialogue, and in the interactions. The entire time, I was waiting for the other shoe to drop as the story evolved. It was also extremely poignant, with the monologue and flashbacks revealing the protagonist's backstory and the interconnections between characters—showing how each person impacted the other. It's a true investment of pathos, and I can't recommend it enough for those who get lost in stories that are raw with feeling and humanity.

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É repleto de conflitos, corrupção e disputas por poder. Em alguns momentos eu me senti completamente perdida, porque eram tantas conspirações e tantos interesses envolvidos que ficava difícil entender quem realmente estava do lado certo. Muitas pessoas pareciam boas, mas acabavam revelando lados sombrios, e isso mostra como a busca por status e poder pode corromper as pessoas. (De um jeito muito cruel mesmo)

O mais triste é perceber que grande parte do governo estava tomada pela corrupção, e as consequências disso afetavam a vida de todos. Ao mesmo tempo, que tínhamos um CAOS, tínhamos um trio de protas que, apesar das diferenças e desavenças, construíram uma amizade baseada em confiança e lealdade e eles juntos era divertidíssimo de assistir!!!!!

São muitos mistérios, reviravoltas e investigações que despertam a curiosidade e vai revelando que a conspiração é muito mais profunda do que se possa IMAGINAR, o que aumenta ainda mais a tensão da história (teve momentos que eu já estava com tanto ódio do noivo da nossa prota que eu mesma queria entrar lá e acabar com aquele sonso kkkkkk)

Eu gosto bastante de histórias investigativas, então esse foi um dos pontos que mais me agradaram. Apesar de alguns termos políticos terem me confundido em determinados momentos, isso não atrapalhou minha experiência. Pelo contrário, achei a série muito boa e envolvente. Também gostei bastante do final. Para mim, não ficaram pontas soltas. A cena pós-créditos trouxe um encerramento satisfatório para mim, mas ao mesmo tempo deixou espaço para uma possível segunda temporada e novas aventuras TOMARA!!!! Acho que seria incrível ver esse trio reunido novamente, porque cada um tem uma personalidade marcante e mesmo enfrentando desafios e dores pessoais, eles sempre encontravam uma forma de apoiar uns aos outros e eu amo amizades assim. No fim, apesar de todo conflito, caos, lutas e sofrimentos, a amizade e o quanto era divertido juntos deixava tudo mais gostoso de assistir!

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A Fantastical Mystery that Falls Flat at the Finish

This was okay. I love Huang Xuan, so I don’t regret the time I spent finishing it. The drama is well executed, with fantastical layers that gradually peel back to reveal a series of crimes involving a demon cat—leading to the heart of a mystery that began 30 years before the events of the film. The cinematography features beautiful scenes and poetic moments, but the big reveal felt underwhelming to me. The story builds so much tension that the anticlimax and resolution didn’t quite land for me. Still, I would recommend it. It’s an entertaining and quick watch, with an excellent main and supporting cast who deliver a narrative engaging enough for the time you spend with it.

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A Mythical Martial Arts Adventure

This was an enjoyable and unexpectedly delightful watch. I stumbled upon it by chance while browsing Viki Rakuten for something with mythical elements. I immediately recognized He Landou from A Journey to Love—she’s wonderful on screen and did her role justice. Cheng Tao from Moonlight Mystique was also a pleasant surprise in the cast, bringing to life a fun, comical character.

It’s a solid choice for fans of fantasy and martial arts. However, the story did waver a bit toward the end, where the conflicts and resolutions felt somewhat flat. I’m not sure if I expected more, or if the conclusion simply didn’t live up to the strong buildup in the earlier parts. It’s something to keep in mind, but overall, it's much easier to watch a less than perfect feature in a movie format than committing to a 40-episode drama.

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