I Would Have Happily Taken Five More Episodes
If It's With You is one of those series that somehow makes five episodes feel both completely satisfying and nowhere near enough.The setting alone had me immediately. Enoshima, the sea, the little restaurant, the summer light — there is something genuinely warm and unhurried about this series that makes it easy to sink into. And the characters carry that same quality. Ryuuji is a green flag in the truest sense — grounded, patient, someone who clearly had to grow up early after losing his father, taking on responsibility for his siblings and his mother without making a performance of it.
And then there is Amane.
What I appreciated most about him is that he is nothing like the typical naive, innocent Japanese BL protagonist. The first scene we see him in already tells us everything — he knows what he wants, he's been hurt before, and he has decided that serious love isn't worth the risk. His playfulness feels less like a personality trait and more like a carefully constructed shield. Which makes watching it slowly come down around Ryuuji all the more satisfying.
The series takes its time with them in the best way — small moments, shared routines, the quiet accumulation of closeness. It doesn't need dramatic declarations to make their feelings feel real.
My only genuine complaint is that it ends precisely where I wanted it to begin. The moment they finally become a couple, the credits roll. I would have loved to see what happens when summer ends — do they go back to school openly, or carefully? What does their actual relationship look like once the initial rush settles? And given that Amane already has experiences Ryuuji doesn't, how does that shape what they each expect from being together? Those questions felt like the most interesting part of their story, and the series leaves them entirely unanswered.
A few more episodes of quiet, organic closeness — not dramatic conflict, just them figuring each other out — would have made this something I'd return to again and again without hesitation.
As it stands, it's still very lovely. I just wanted more of it.
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Part 1 and end of the part 2 were good
To be honest alot of episodes and scenes were really unnecessary and annoying, especially all the non stop fighting between the princesses and fl it got boring real quick and took away from the main story and the plot for no reason other than that it was really good sad that we didnt get a wedding scene but still a happy endingWas this review helpful to you?
I have actually read the novel and so far the first 5 episodes have been following the novel which is a good sign. The scriptwriter Au Koon Ying is a highly celebrated Hong Kong screenwriter renowned for writing iconic TVB workplace dramas, most notably the classic aviation series Triumph in the Skies.
Initial thoughts: fresh modern day aviation theme, ambitious FL, fast paced, Liu Xiening and Wei Zheming play off each other well, establishing a sharp chemistry. It is delivering exactly what it says: a high-flying, delightfully unhinged rom-com that leans beautifully into the classic "enemies-to-lovers" and "workplace misunderstanding" tropes. Excellent cinematography. Beautiful OST. Good main and supporting cast.
Some viewers are calling out what they perceive as "plot holes." However, looking closer at the writing, these narrative shifts are actual deliberate, character-driven mechanics rather than writing mistakes. They are actually intentional, layered narrative choices.
-The misunderstanding- As a powerful, wealthy, and highly disciplined corporate executive, Fu Mingyu is constantly surrounded by people trying to curry favor or use underhanded means to get close to him. As a vice president navigating a brutal corporate reform at Hengshi Airlines, he is constantly targeted by corporate spies. Because she approaches him outside of standard professional channels right during a period of corporate transition, his immediate bias is to view her as another opportunistic flight attendant trying to use her looks to seduce him for a promotion. Moreover did he not hear the crew gossiping before they boarded?
-Timing- It transpires that Ruan Sixian had already sent a dozen emails to him regarding the internal training program but had no response. She really had no choice but to hand-deliver the letter. Also, she did mention "Feiyang" while trying to explain on the plane. It's just that right when she said those words, they hit some turbulence and ended up in that awkward lap situation. Since Fu Mingyu was already misunderstanding things, when they met again in the yacht later that night, he just cut her off straight away.
-Viewers argue that Ruan Sixian going from a flight attendant to a top-tier commercial airline pilot in just three years is completely unrealistic. This timeline is actually well-aligned with intensive, closed-loop military and civilian cadet programs. Ruan Sixian didn't just study part-time, she went through an exhausting, hyper-focused immersion program at a dedicated flight academy. She was already deeply familiar with aviation operations, crew resource management, and in-flight dynamics from her years as a flight attendant. This transformation is not a magical shortcut, but a grueling, high-pressure crucible meant to highlight her resilience in a male-dominated field. More importantly, this rapid progression highlights her exceptional drive.
- Some argue it makes no sense for Fu Mingyu, a highly calculative corporate vice president, to abruptly drop his pride and personally recruit a woman he previously belittled and forced into resigning. This is a classic misinterpretation of professional pragmatism vs personal bias. Fu Mingyu's original cancellation of the internal training program wasn't a personal attack on Ruan Sixian, it was a corporate restructuring move for Hengshi Airlines.Their initial clash was fueled entirely by a professional misunderstanding. When he visits the academy three years later, he is introducing a brand-new fleet of advanced passenger aircraft. As a pragmatic businessman, he needs the best talent available to ensure the fleet’s safety and success. Finding out that the academy's top graduate is highly sought after by rival companies triggers his competitive drive and introduces a brilliant layer of corporate accountability. He actually doesn't recognise her instantly although he did have some Déjà vu moments haha
- Fu Mingyu's sudden shift from arrogant executive to someone captivated by Ruan Sixian isn't actually a sudden burst of love, but rather a complete shattering of his own ego and assumptions. While it might feel "too soon" on screen, his psychological shift is triggered by several key layers. Because his tongue was so "savage" during their initial meeting, his immediate instinct upon realizing the truth is to fix his mistake. Realizing he crushed a woman’s genuine career aspirations based on a petty misunderstanding delivers a massive blow to his ego, instantly turning his contempt into guilt.He didn't just get a detail wrong; he misjudged her entire character, drive, and capability. Another blow to someone who prides himself on logic, efficiency, and his ability to read people. Working
together in the extreme proximity of the aviation industry forces him to constantly watch her excellence. His sudden hyper-fixation on her is a mix of trying to right his past wrong, professional desperation, and a growing fascination with a woman who completely defies his expectations. Its a case of overcompensation as Defensiveness.
-Potential turbulence ahead!- Mutual tension?? Sparks? Romance??, well, she isn't going to give in easily! If they have followed the novel, the road for Fu Mingyu is long and bumpy!
-The plot is already foreshadowing severe corporate pushback, rumors, and strict flight assessments.
And yes we see all of the above! The turbulence of the early episodes sets the perfect trajectory for the sparkling momentum in the middle episodes.
The second half:
Career: Ruan Sixian faces grueling, hyper-strict workplace assessments and unexpected inflight incidents that briefly result in her being grounded. She successfully clears the elite F7 aviation exam, officially earning her four stripes to achieve her lifelong dream of becoming an airline captain.
Fu Mingyu faces heavy pushback from traditional board members and internal corporate politics. He leads massive, high-risk strategic reforms and orchestrates the complex integration of a brand-new passenger aircraft fleet into the airline. Rather than abusing his position as CEO to simply shelter Sixian, he shifts his corporate strategy to ensure a strictly fair, unbiased environment. This allows her to earn her promotions legitimately, which simultaneously silences his board critics and validates his internal reforms.
Romance- second half softens them up. Miles Wei continues to deliver his classic dreamy-yet-comical male lead charm deeply in love with Ruan Sixian, and his chemistry with her remains a highlight. They share a healthy, mature, wholesome dynamic.
Family reconciliation- Ruan Sixian making peace with her mother feels like a standard checklist item to pass broadcasting guidelines
Late-stage breakup- The writers introduce a frustrating, last-minute breakup trope. The female lead's motivations are somewhat justifiable, but the sudden narrative timing feels jarring
Unlike many romance dramas that lose momentum towards the end, this series becomes more emotional and philosophical. The final stretch slows down to deeply explore human growth, resilience, and the true cost of ambition.
Grand finale- The final episode see Ruan Sixian progress to a captain and Fu Mingyu to CEO of Hengshi. With their professional goals achieved and romance stabilising into a mature partnership, the series wraps up with a beautiful and unique aviation theme wedding giving viewers the sweet, stable ending they hoped for.
The series balances its professional and philosophical themes with its central romance by using the characters' career ambitions as the foundation for their relationship. While it is inspiring and uplifting in many ways, it also offers a low stress, light, funny, and incredibly fast-moving comfort watch!
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A Beautiful Story About Love, Visibility, and Being Truly Seen
Trigger warning: This series includes sexual assault and coercion.The Sparkle in Your Eye was a beautiful surprise for me. The story is straightforward, emotionally grounded, and very easy to follow. I never felt that the plot dragged, and the character development stayed clear and purposeful throughout.
At the center of the story is Su Yi, a nineteen-year-old longtime fan of actor Pei Jia who unexpectedly gets the chance to act opposite him in a BL film. What begins as an awkward fan/idol dynamic gradually becomes much more emotionally complicated, especially as Su Yi’s health deteriorates and Pei Jia begins to understand how important he has been in Su Yi’s life.
One of the strongest themes in the series is the desire to be seen. Su Yi does not want fame because he needs people to admire him; he simply wants to leave something of himself in the world that people can look at. Pei Jia, meanwhile, begins as someone who is constantly watched, judged, photographed, and discussed but rarely truly understood. Their relationship develops around that contrast beautifully.
I also appreciated Pei Jia’s character arc. He is arrogant, guarded, deeply conscious of scandal, and accustomed to protecting his career. Falling for Su Yi does not magically erase any of that. His actions start revealing his feelings long before he is emotionally prepared to admit them, which made their relationship much more convincing to me.
The darker entertainment-industry storyline involving Fang Run Zhi is difficult to watch, but it is not disconnected from the larger story. It reinforces the difference between being seen as a person and being treated as an image, commodity, or opportunity. The eventual payoff is satisfying without feeling like an unrelated revenge plot.
The secondary relationship between screenwriter Su Bai and director Yi Wei was also surprisingly effective. They have been together for nine years, but the series gradually reveals how emotionally neglected Su Bai has felt. Their disagreement over whether lovers in the film need genuine passion and tenderness becomes a reflection of what has been missing from their own relationship. One tiny moment near the end involving breakfast says more about those nine years than a huge dramatic speech ever could.
My only real criticism is the kissing. These were some of the most obviously closed-mouth, staged kisses I have seen in a BL. I do not need explicit intimacy, but if a drama includes kissing, I want it to look believable. Honestly, no kisses would have worked better for me than kisses that looked this artificial—especially in a story that explicitly talks about passion and tenderness between lovers.
That aside, I loved this. It is emotionally effective without becoming confusing or bloated, the themes remain consistent, and I became invested very quickly and stayed invested through the final episode.
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a warm hug
I must say—this has to be one of the best-constructed dramas I’ve watched. It might feel slow at first, but the buildup, the construction, the focus, the costumes, the character development, the plot, and the ending were all so beautifully done. Nothing felt rushed, and every character had a proper story and purpose.What I loved most was how gently the drama navigated through each character’s trauma, illness, and emotional scars. It wasn’t just a revenge story; it was a story about people carrying so much pain and slowly learning how to live with it. After completing the series, I genuinely felt a strange sense of calm wash over me. 🥹 It felt like a warm hug. A very peaceful and rightful revenge story, where the drama actually did justice to its characters.
Every character felt like a puzzle piece, and the more I watched, the more the bigger picture came together. The story was full of twists, trauma, hidden layers, and symbolism, yet everything eventually connected. I especially loved how the drama showed that authority doesn’t need a loud voice. Ye Li’s calmness, intelligence, and capability were enough. She could show an entire enraged storm through a calm face, while Mo Xiu Yao could express so much through his eyes—the pain, love, restraint, and yearning were all there. Their relationship was especially beautiful because the love was shown through actions and quiet yearning rather than relying on intimate scenes. ❤️
Ye Li’s character growth was amazing. She initially cared for Mo Xiu Yao as part of repaying a debt, but slowly, through everything they went through together, she genuinely fell in love with him. Watching that transition happen so naturally was one of my favourite parts of the drama. And Mo Xiu Yao’s journey was equally beautiful.
I also absolutely loved the way the drama portrayed mental trauma and its aftereffects. Kinshu’s character was so beautifully made—the contrast between the calm Ye Li, her maid, the soft and childlike Kinshu, and the hallucinations created such an interesting portrayal of trauma. I loved the character who helped Kinshu as well, especially seeing how he eventually settled down with the musician. 🥹
Some of the side characters broke my heart. I felt especially sorry for Mo Xiu Yao’s sister-in-law, Wen Ran. Her story was so unfortunate. Ye Li’s sister, Ye Ying, also had such a difficult journey, and I genuinely felt sad for her. The death of Princess Ling Yun was heartbreaking too. And Mo Xiu Yao’s best friend’s story absolutely destroyed me—the feeling that they were finally going to be happy, only for that happiness to be taken away later, was devastating. 💔 I also loved the assassin brothers. Somehow, even the side characters felt complete because the drama actually gave them their own stories and endings.
The Mountain Academy storyline was heartbreaking as well. Seeing what happened there and how the powerful nobles treated everyone was painful, but honestly, the enemies had it coming. The revenge felt satisfying because it wasn’t just revenge for revenge’s sake—it had meaning behind it.
The visual direction was another thing I really appreciated. The drama wasn’t excessively grand or overloaded with elaborate costumes and ornaments. Everything felt intentional. The costumes were simple but beautiful, and every character’s dressing reflected something about them. I especially loved Wen Ran’s costumes—at the beginning, she barely cared about herself, and later, as she slowly began to heal and find herself again, the colours and details of her clothing seemed to come back too. Those little details made the world feel much more thoughtfully constructed.
Even the CGI and fantasy elements didn’t feel fake or distracting. They blended surprisingly well with the story. There weren’t many huge fight scenes, but the moment when Mo Xiu Yao did that DRIFT with his wheelchair??? 😭🔥 That was ICONIC and definitely stood out to me.
The pacing was very slow in the beginning, and initially the drama felt almost cold and distant. But honestly, I think the slow pacing was NECESSARY. If this story had been rushed, it would have completely lost its depth. The suspense was peak, and the plot was unpredictable enough that I became completely engrossed. It was the kind of drama where you slowly uncover one layer after another.
One of my favourite things was the symbolism. The stick man, the revenge, the costumes, the hallucinations—all of it had meaning. And I especially loved the full-circle moment when Ye Li returned to the camp in desperation and, unlike the previous time when she couldn’t see her husband, this time she actually found Mo Xiu Yao there. And there was no Kinshu anymore. No imaginary maid. It felt like Ye Li had finally let go of that part of herself. 🥹
And the ending!!! I loved how every character got an ending that actually suited their journey. Ye Li and Mo Xiu Yao finally got their happiness after everything they had endured. Wen Ran and her son were able to live peacefully and actually begin living their lives. The Emperor finally secured the throne and had someone he could genuinely trust beside him. Even the man who was losing his eyesight found someone who stayed with him, cared for him, and helped him heal.
And Mo Xiu Yao’s best friend carrying the princess’s portrait, travelling around the world with the flowers, and eventually living the simple life she had once imagined for herself—that was so beautiful. He didn’t live the grand life of a nobleman; he lived the quiet, simple life she wanted: a small shop, a small family, and travelling the world. That ending was SO close to my heart. 🌸😭
Even the final moments felt peaceful. Nothing was unnecessarily rushed, and I never had that feeling of, “Wait, but what happened to this character?” Everyone’s journey had been given a proper conclusion.
To be honest, I absolutely adore Ye Li and Mo Xiu Yao. Cheng Lei was actually one of my primary reasons for starting this drama, but by the end, it was the STORY and the characters that made me stay. The cast was absolutely perfect, and the performances were amazing.
This drama felt like a puzzle—the more you watched, the more the picture came together. It was layered, symbolic, emotional, unpredictable, and surprisingly peaceful.
And I loved it. Like, REALLY loved it. 🥹❤️
Absolutely recommend watching this. 100% rewatch-worthy.
10/10 ⭐🌸
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Beautiful, but I wanted more
The Edge of Horizon had almost everything I want from a historical romance: a beautiful period setting, gorgeous costumes, strong performances and a central romance I genuinely cared about.What worked especially well was the beginning. The series takes real time to establish who Tin and Phob are and what their relationship means before tearing it apart. Their closeness feels natural — and the world around them constantly reminds us that it shouldn't.
What impressed me most is that the series actually engages with the ideas its premise raises. Phob doesn't simply want to be free to love Tin — he believes in a society built on genuine equality. Tin, meanwhile, slowly has to confront that being a kind person doesn't mean he isn't benefiting from the system Phob is fighting against. These are genuinely interesting questions. I just wish the series had trusted itself to stay inside them longer.
Because that's ultimately what I was missing — not more romance, but more friction between the romance and the world around it. The revolution, the class divide, the question of whether love alone can bridge genuine inequality: all of it is present, but often resolved before it has truly landed.
The pacing doesn't always help. The time jump between their teenage separation and their adult reunion feels particularly large, and some of the later highs and lows between Tin and Phob pass so quickly that I didn't always have time to feel their weight.
And then there is Chat — written so exaggeratedly over the top that I struggled to take him seriously as a threat, despite Pond Ponlawit being genuinely capable of much more nuanced work elsewhere.
Despite all of that, The Edge of Horizon kept me invested throughout. The production is beautiful, the chemistry between the leads carries real emotional weight, and the series comes closer than most to asking the right questions about love, privilege and what it actually costs to fight for a more equal world.
It just didn't quite trust itself enough to answer them.
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Fun, well-produced
Great little drama to immerse yourself in! Despite some confusing parts and some spots of weaker acting, in general the performances are very strong, cast is very charming, and the pacing and progression into the story is well executed. I especially think that Tian Xiwei carried this drama on her BACK! She is EXCELLENT!!Story-wise, I didn’t find it particularly deep or intriguing, but mostly enjoyable and satisfying. Since it’s all fictional but inspired by Song/Tang/Warring-ish times I did find some of the political explanations confusing
Soundtrack is also lovely, will be saving to my playlist.
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Overall, this is a really good and entertaining drama; enjoy it!
In the meantime, you can watch the drama on YouTube under the caption: " Dumped by scumbag,she kissed Uncle.His love for 10 years,lost control:Don't cry—I'll be gentle!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVv9gFccgcg)
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peak poetic justice
I swear, I was absolutely HOOKED. This was not just a political melodrama or a bloody revenge plot—it was the absolute intelligence of a woman, her sheer faith, and poetic justice all coming together. There’s a difference between scheming and being genuinely intelligent, and I felt that kind of intelligence here. Xue Fang Fei’s journey was so satisfying to watch.Though the last episode was a bit of a love-hate situation for me, the overall arc was really nice. I especially loved the mature love that developed between two people who had both been through so much. The yearning was EPIC. 😭❤️ The actors absolutely ATE their characters. The chemistry between Duke Su and Xue Fang Fei was amazing, and honestly, even her chemistry with her ex-husband, Shen Yurong, was really good.
My original inspiration to watch this drama was THAT scene where Duke Su holds the pendant between his lips while fighting. 😭 I had to wait way too long to finally see it, but it was worth it. Though, unpopular opinion: I honestly think it would have been more realistic if Duke Su had died in the war or had suffered an injury that meant he could never fight again. Him simply coming back from what seemed like a dead end felt a little too convenient and weird to me.
The deaths of both of Duke Su’s subordinates were absolutely heartbreaking and honestly, they deserved so much better. 😭 Special mention to Tong’er—the character was so beautifully written. I literally cried when she died, and the same goes for Xue Fang Fei’s cousins. 💔
Even to the princess was a bad charcter, her story makes me kinda sad tbh.
And THE ARCHERY COMPETITION SCENE at the academy!!! That upside-down shot was EPIC. 🔥 The visuals throughout the drama were absolutely gorgeous, and the cinematography was stunning. However, I do feel the ending was rushed and could have been given more time.
My favourite part was how everything came full circle. When Xue Fang Fei returned from the temple and entered a courtyard named Fang Fei Courtyard, I LOVED that detail. 🥹 It felt like such a beautiful little full-circle moment, especially considering everything she had gone through. And then there was the parallel of the story starting with Xue Fang Fei running in that red dress on the mountain and ending with her running toward the pear blossom tree. 🌸
And those quiet little moments—Duke Su sleeping while Xue Fang Fei waited, and later Duke Su simply sitting there admiring her while she rested—were EVERYTHING. 🥹❤️ It was such a beautiful way to show how far their relationship had come.
Overall, the visuals, characters, intelligence of the plot, yearning, romance, and poetic justice made this such a great watch.
9.5/10 ⭐
Definitely worth watching.
Absolutely rewatch-worthy. ❤️
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Different and peaceful
I just completed watching this drama, and honestly, nothing fancy... but the characters were smart and powerful, the plots were nice, and the ML and FL weren’t just helpless lovers waiting to be saved. It was such a good watch and genuinely made me very happy. 🥹💗
The plot was engaging and never really bored me. The pacing was alright, and the main leads had amazing chemistry. The actors performed really well, and some scenes were genuinely heartbreaking for me. I especially loved the angst between the ML and FL. The FL was so cheerful, and I absolutely loved her personality. 🥹 The ML’s character arc was absolutely amazing, and I loved seeing how much his character developed throughout the story.
I also loved how all the female characters were upright, capable, and independent. Special mention to the Dowager Queen because she was SO good! 👑 I love dramas with a protective ML and a smart FL, and this one definitely gave me that. The visuals were beautiful and soothing, and I especially loved the fight scenes. Some details really stood out to me, like the ML’s home and the FL’s looks, especially her appearance during the first marriage. ✨
But this one quote... “When will I become the first person you turn to when you need help?” 🥹💔 That line has my whole heart. The ending was so nice and satisfying, and I genuinely finished this drama with such a happy feeling.
I will absolutely rewatch this one. 💗
9/10 ⭐,
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14 Episodes That Made Me Face the World
This drama wins my heart. It left me in a deep silence, puzzling over and calculating every character’s chances, choices, and decisions. I'm glad that the plot arrangement is super smooth, the timeline is understandable, beautifully arranged, and not confusing at all. I ranked this drama as a top-tier drama I've ever watched. Every emotion is delivered so naturally that I cried, felt loved, felt fragile, and disbelieved just in the same episode. Such a roller coaster drama, and no boring episodes! All actors are truly versatile, and I didn't even dare to overlook any supporting characters in this drama.When you watch this drama, you might argue about certain parts of the plot, but once you realize that the lives of humans in reality can actually unfold just like this and are incapable of controlling everything. This drama summarizes hope, sacrifice, responsibilities, sincerity, love, trust, and loyalty in a role-play. And yessss, I could see how hope and love were interpreted well in this drama, while caring in expressing love is what makes love truly meaningful and valuable in any relationship: family, love, or friendship.
Once you start watching this drama, let's be responsible enough to finish it. Put aside your desire for satisfaction, cause it does more than exceed expectations. Just watch it as honestly as you see the real world. I dare to say this drama is not to entertain viewers but to teach us values. Let's dig down into Xia Xue, Lu Ming, and Li Hua's life story!
Then, perhaps, this drama will make you appreciate life a little more. :D
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sweet and hardtwarming drama that deserves more love???
Sweet Trap is such a warm and enjoyable drama! I really loved the way the story combines cooking, competition, friendship and emotions. The food-related scenes make the drama especially interesting, and the story keeps you curious about what will happen next. The characters are lovable, and watching their relationships develop throughout the story feels very natural and satisfying.
What I enjoyed most was the overall atmosphere of the drama. It has plenty of sweet, funny and emotional moments, so it never feels boring. The characters face challenges, learn from each other and gradually become better versions of themselves. The acting also fits the story very well, and the chemistry between the characters makes the emotional moments even more enjoyable.
If you enjoy Chinese dramas with food, talented characters, friendship, a little romance and a comforting storyline, I definitely recommend giving Sweet Trap a try. 🍜✨ It may not be perfect, but it is definitely a drama that deserves more attention and love. I’m really glad I watched it! 💗🌸
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Give it a watch
Lemme tell The one word that came to me was ... PERFECT, cuz the plot was perfect, the plot twists were crazy and back to back the Chaos was perfect, the scheme, strategy, the politics were perfect, the redemption was perfect, the fights were perfect, the visuals were perfect, the music was perfect the ending was perfect, idk what I expected from this drama but what ever this is I needed it, the complete portray of love and yearning through eyes and expression, no kiss or adult scenes, amazing,9.8/10, the actors just ate and left no crumbs, worth watching.I feel sad for ppl who are dropping the drama for the age gap between the actors.
I loved it
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Mu first fantasy drama
completed The Love in the Clouds. Before watching this drama, I read a lot of reviews, comments, and remarks, so my expectations weren't really that great. But I was watching it for Ho Minghao, and honestly, it was great. This is my first fantasy-genre C-drama, and maybe there are better dramas in this genre, but it's not like I hated this drama. The visuals were epic. The styling, the looks, both the male and female leads—everything was amazing. The visuals were definitely one of the best parts for me. But I personally feel the last two episodes were VERY rushed. Because what do you mean we missed the great fight between Situ Ling, Ji Bozai, and Mingyi? 😭 I really wish we got to see Ji Bozai and Mingyi actually fighting the final round 🗡️. Like, what do you mean it was just a power-up and then suddenly everything was over? I wished we got to see them properly fight n celebrate their life a little more. The last two episodes basically felt like I was just turning pages. It felt like I was going through a summary rather than watching a proper epilogue. We never really got to see what happened after everything was restored and fairness and righteousness were brought back. The plot was good, but at times it did feel a little stagnant. However, the chemistry between Ho Minghao n Liyuxiao was amazing 🫠. I loved how they portrayed the characters and their relationship, the naughtiness n drama n man they're hot n after everything they went through, I really liked how things turned out for them. The plot itself wasn't anything GREAT. It was very simple—basically just one main thing—and could have been done much better, especially in terms of storyline and plot development. Tho I loved the concept of spirit animals as pets and lil things here n there. The pacing was nice, so it was okay for me. Also, I usually watch political or historical dramas, especially ones related to war. I don't really watch fantasy dramas much, so this was actually a nice change for me. I really liked the overall story and fantasy world. So overall, I liked it. Nothing extraordinary plot-wise, but the visuals, styling, chemistry, and overall experience made it enjoyable for me. 7/10 ✨Was this review helpful to you?
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Plot potential to be a long drama
just completed watching the shadow shoverigen, and I watched this drama, of course, for Kong Xue'er. Princess Li Shu—the character was perfect! The drama was mid tbh, though the plot had potential. I know that even though this is more of a short drama,but after watching mainstream dramas for so long, the set felt bland..the ai scenes were obvious.I love the character of Cui Jinzhi; it was very well made. Shen Xiao was nice, but Li Hongyi is more suitable for richer, authoritative characters, not humble characters. The main leads didn't really had that tension and chemistry, it wasn't really giving I hated the character of the Emperor—he is such a bad emperor! Actually, all the other characters were just a bunch of fools and greedy... anyways...Kinda 4/10 I would say. I was excited for Kong Xue'er and I watched it. Tbh, nothing special. But, but, but... spoiler alert: the crashing hug scene when Princess Li Shu was running away was really epic!Was this review helpful to you?
