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Left me with a quote distasteful end

This show started really well, it is cute and fun, and heart fluttering. We can see the progress on how Sang Zhi took interest in Jiaxu and started to have a crush on him, even visiting him alone to Yihe and made stories up about a boy he met online, to Sang Zhi trying to forget him because of misunderstanding, and rediscover her love for Jiaxu, and also Jiaxu who always takes care of primary school Sang Zhi to college student Sang Zhi and then falling for her. Up until then, I like it so much. The corny romance and playful flirt back and forth, but also with care and thoughtfulness.

Until when they dated each other, things kinda started to ick me, when Jiaxu keeps "pushing" himself towards Sang Zhi. I don't know why, it feels rushed and it wasn't the innocent love anymore. I just don't like the sight of him "throwing" himself to Sang Zhi. I am starting to get the cringe on ep 20ish, and therefore I skimmed toward the last episode.

It's just very unfortunate that the drama left me with a not so quite good note. I like both actors but I think the problem is in the writing. It's kinda tacky. Really wish I could finish it with satisfaction.

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how story end

nice movie romantic and lovely
iwant to watch full episode this k drama
so that i will know the story about
if it is romantic and beautiful movie
yulong is a giod actor and yang mie mie is goodl actress also
they deliver the rules and fellings verrygood
beautiful nice and romantic,so yhat iwant to finished watch this movie
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A feel-good BL

I had a fun time with this short yet loveable BL. Having their romance boost from their professional job as a print media reporter and having fieldwork alongside each other was great and enjoyable to see. The plot and tension were just light but still satisfying.

Watching this after a year of release was a pity because I’m late yet still grateful for another quality BL produce from Japan. Jyutaro and Keito pairing sent out a good amount of serotonin. One is alluringly handsome and the other one is undoubtedly a cutesy. Sometimes, I feel that a few scenes needed huge acting performances that they both lacked at some point. Yet, the overall portrayal of their roles was enough for me to overcome with joy from their chemistry.

The supporting cast and guest roles also delivered a flavorful addition to spice up the story and connect the couple from getting to know each other. So this is mainly an office-based romance roaming between a simple yet smooth flow of love story. It was enough for me and I loved it!

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NONSENSE PLOT

I haven't watched all episodes and there might be some scenes worth watching as I saw in a reel before starting to watch this but to see those scenes going through all episodes is a torture. The FL thinks of herself God knows what, she has power over the ML because of a reason but continues to exploit him. She gets angry that he deceived her and took the necklace, but didn't she also lied through her way to get close to him, so she doesn't have a right to say anything. And I think the writer didn't know how to make them grow closer so he made it that the ML was forced to be with the FL until he might actually fall for her. In a way he is being forced to be with FL against his wishes all because of FL's so-called superpower. It's just a waste of time to watch this when from the start they are being forced to continue the plot and so that it can actually make sense in later episodes.

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Such a lovely couple!

"What did you eat yesterday?" shows the day-to-day life of a mature gay couple. I started watching hoping that I would enjoy myself, and ended up loving it.

Shiro and Kenji make an unexpectedly good pair. Shiro is very pragmatic and a little grumpy from time to time, and also still not comfortable with being openly gay (especially at his workplace and in crowded places), but after a little while it's very obvious how most of the little things he does day by day are for the sake of Kenji's health and happiness. Kenji, on the other hand, is led by his feelings most of the time and the most comfortable with his sexuality; he wishes he could take care of Shiro more and show him around proudly, but he's willing to give him the time and space to do so on his own terms (well, in most cases).

Rather than a story, this drama is a slice-of-life series and it includes many aspects that aren't mentioned or explored in other LGBTQIA+ shows. I was surprised to see some events of my past in the series, which made it very relatable for me. The idea of Shiro and Kenji being able to navigate through their issues, both the solvable and unsolvable ones, despite their differences and their occasional disagreements, is truly heartwarming to me! I found myself watching with tears in my eyes more than once. The acting of the two protagonists definitely helped with that - they fit so well with each other!

The drama includes many recipies for the different dishes prepared by Shiro (and other characters) in each episode. If you're looking for skinship of any kind, I recommend looking elsewhere - this is not a typical BL and there's no fanservice included!

I had fun, feld moved and ended up devouring the entire series in the span of a couple of days. Absolutely recommended!

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average bl drama that could have been great if executed differently

The drama started with a unique and well-executed storyline but became confusing in the second half. To be honest, I had no idea what was going on—which storyline was the real one? What was happening? In the end, it all made sense, but it was kind of disappointing. Also, they could have done a better job of editing the scenes. It is a real shame as the drama started really strong.

On the other hand, the acting was superb, especially the second leads, Korn and Tonkla, who stole the show. The intimate scenes were ?

Overall, it was an average BL drama that could have been great if executed differently.

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MASTERPIECE!! Very catchy series with a great CL (Zhang Han & Zhu Xu Dan as badass FL)

PLOT: The FL, elite soldier, during a mission, comes across a dagger which sends her to a historical world. Lots of martial art & magic. There she meets the 4th Prince with whom she marries. Together, they go on an investigation and face multiple adventures. The FL wants to discover her origins (to return to her world), helped by the ML (ultimate savior) & 2 handsome guys (musician/prince of Dongling and wandering hunter).
- 1st narrative arc in the territory of Tianque with rivalries in the Court, family, and with the neighboring kingdom of Xiling.
- 2nd story arc: Lu Island to cure the ML.
- 3rd arc: Nanzhao (powerful and aggressive kingdom, with a lot of magic) & Lu Island & the Merfolks
- 4th narrative arc: a bit of all the kingdoms.

+++ The CL is great: Zhang Han is charismatic, and the FL is a badass warrior (my bias) ヽ(愛´∀｀愛)ノ
+++ The characters are well developed and endearing.
+++ The story is well written and intelligent. The suspense is well done to keep the tension.
+++ The production is brilliant: fast, efficient, without downtime. The budget matches the ambitions for the sets, costumes, war and fight scenes.
+++ The OSTs are excellent and support the emotions conveyed.

NO FLAWS

=> Feeling like you're in a quest game, like Princess Zelda ヾ(◍’౪`◍)ﾉﾞ♡ JUST PERFECT ? ? ?
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MASTERPIECE !! Very catchy series with a great CL (Zhang Han & Zhu Xu Dan en FL badass).

PLOT: La FL, soldat d'élite, lors d'1 mission, tombe sur 1 dague qui l'envoie ds 1 monde historique. Bcp d'art martial & de magie. Elle y rencontre le 4e Prince avec qui elle se marie. Ensemble, ils partent en investigation et affrontent de multiples aventures. La FL veut découvrir ses origines (pr rentrer ds son monde), aidée par le ML (sauveur ultime) & 2 BG (musicien/prince de Dongling et chasseur errant).
- 1e arc narratif dans le territoire de Tianque avec rivalités dans la Cour, famille, et avec le royaume de Xiling, voisin.
- 2e arc narratif : Lu Island pr soigner le ML.
- 3e arc : Nanzhao (royaume puissant et agressif, avec bcp de magie) & Lu Island & les Merfolks
- 4e arc narratif : un peu tous les royaumes.

+++ Le CL est génial : Zhang Han est charismatique, et la FL une warrior badass (my bias) ヽ(愛´∀｀愛)ノ
+++ Les personnages sont bien développés, attachants.
+++ L story est bien écrite, intelligente. Le suspense est bien mené pour garder la tension.
+++ La réalisation est géniale : rapide, efficace, sans temps mort.Le budget est à la hauteur des ambitions pour les décors, les costumes, les scènes de guerre et de fight.
+++ Les OST sont excellents et appuient les émotions transmises.

=> Impression d'être dans un jeu de quête, type Princess Zelda ヾ(◍’౪`◍)ﾉﾞ♡ JUST PERFECT ? ? ?

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Time Travel, Betrayal!

The Princess Royal" is a Chinese historical drama that captivates viewers over time, especially those who enjoy complex political stories and character development. At first, the series might seem slow to engage because of its length, but as you get into the plot, it becomes really absorbing. The pacing is just right, allowing you to understand the characters and their motivations.

The story centers on Princess Li Rong, a strong female lead who shows traits often found in male characters. This focus on a powerful woman might explain why some viewers have mixed feelings about the series, as it diverges from traditional male-centric storyline. The plot features a time-travel element where Li Rong and her husband, Pei Wenxuan, face tragic misunderstandings that lead to their deaths after 20 years of marriage. They are sent back to their younger selves at 18 and 20, giving them a chance to navigate their relationship differently.

Key supporting characters add significant depth to the story. Crown Prince Li Chuan ,Su Rong Qing, Qin Zhen Zhen and Shangguan Ya. Each character has their motivations that are used against one another, culminating in a narrative where Li Rong ultimately bears the blame for the turmoil.

Both Li Rong and Wenxuan have their flaws. Li Rong is clever but struggles to trust. The story is full of betrayals, with each character acting based on their feelings and situations.

The acting is impressive, particularly Zhao Jin Mai as Li Rong, who brings her character to life with emotion. While the series requires careful watching to fully grasp its complexities, it ultimately delivers a powerful story about love, trust, and the impact of betrayal. For those who appreciate strong female characters and intricate political plots, "The Princess Royal" is definitely worth a watch.

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FRIENDS TO LOVERS DONE RIGHT!!!

Ill start by saying I have seen this troupe many times before in different series but this is the first time that I actually think that they have done justice to it... through the story telling and the characters and even their interactions.

This drama tells a story of friends that have known each other for so long they even made a pact to be like best bros for a life time..but at time goes by they both start to feel something more than brotherhood..or friendship and that's where the plot begins.

The way these guys friendship is potrayed is so beautiful.. special and absolutely unique...they have this kind of friendship that any one would be jealous of..they know each other so well, are in sync and compatible with eachother and even more they are connected..in a way that you can call them soulmates..they look out for eachother support eachother and even more.

Both of the characters the male lead and female lead have managed potray this natural chemistry between them..that allows the familiarity of being friends for so long Properly display each time they talk or interact..their conversations feel so natural and unforced there are times it doesn't feel like acting at all.

When I say this drama did the Friends to lovers troupe write I mean that from the episodes I've seen do far..I just love how the story is diving more into their relationship, how their characters feel about eachother and how everything is starting to be a little complicated now that they are feeling something more for eachother...I also appreciate giving up both POVS of the characters.

The story is written in a way that's slow paced but beautiful and heartwarming...and also cute ans healing, the characters are written to be interesting and their chemistry is off the charts...

This drama has more to offer and so far Iam very pleased with the approach of the story but I have to warn you that if you can't handle slow burn romance then you might find it a little not up to your taste.

Either way so far so good for me...if you want a genuinely well written friends to lovers drama recommendation then it's this one!

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This movie could've been an email

I normally avoid watching C-dramas set during the republican era as they tend to be the most heavily lathered in government propaganda. 1911 is case in point.

The film tells the story of the 1911 revolution (or the Xinhai revolution as it's otherwise known). I'm not surprised that this particular event was the subject of such hammed-up propaganda given the revolution is key to the grander political myth-making of the modern Chinese state. That said, you can still do propaganda a lot better than this??

The storyline reads like my high school essays on Bolshevik Russia. It's a boring chronology of events with political commentary slapped across the top. The music and melodrama seems to indicate that you're meant to care about the characters on screen. But you don't.

It's normally a pretty safe choice to start a story in the middle of the action – in this case the failed Second Guangzhou Uprising – but without an emotional hook to the characters, mid action scenes exhaust their oxygen pretty fast. By following a Great Men of History approach, the main characters feel flat and 2D, their entire psyche presented in the form of political speeches or the flashing of guns.

By the end of the film, you're feeling pretty uninspired. There's a lot of monologuing where you start to think the character just likes the sound of their own voice. Jackie Chan is the only one allowed to wear a leather jacket for some reason. And the two normie characters who should've been the soul of the movie are really awkwardly tacked on at the beginning and end.

tbh, it's quicker and more interesting to read the wikipedia page.

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Stumble upon this cause justjacky post it to the feed. Well in the end this kinda help me fill one of the categorize for my MDL 2024 Watch Challenge.

Now let's talk drama...

Tell story about Sheng Xia (SX), a modern girl, who out of nowhere suck into comic book & become the FL. Once she got into the comic world, the 'manager' Xiao Bai (XB) get out & explained the system to her. XB told SX, she need to be together with the ML, Fourth Prince, to get out from the comic world. But one thing let to another, SX messed up & manage to tide her fate with Shen Shi Yi (SY), the villain in the comic world. So.... How in the end the story will evolve from here? How SX manage to get out from comic world to her own world...?

That's pretty much the story. Now what I like & don't.

What I like:
+ Good concept.
+ Many funny moment
+ Good acting

What I don't like:
- Nonsense plot. Good concept but so messed in the implementation. Not enough explanation
- Confusion ending. Maybe just like justjacky wrote, they switched the last 2 scenes in the finale episode.

Overall such a shame actually. Cause just like justjacky wrote. Just turn off ur brain when u watch this...

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Why my mind has changed because of this drama?

OMG, I watched this drama because there was Zhang yu xi but then, right at the start, it got me hooked and thinking about the storyline. It starts off kinda slow, but don't worry, it's gonna get intense once everything starts coming in, characters, plots, history, story etc.
I also loved the characters, especially the support roles, cause man, they are just fire!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love how they chose the cast as well, very well suited for each character and actor which it really brought this drama to life.
I also love how the main character changes her attitude towards things. A big shift I can tell you.
This one song, OMG got me hooked to hellllllll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's called By Your Side BTW: link of the song on youtube, cause why not -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed6VcRuUOuk&list=PLBlEraRLy9fcq_8odUH9recNhp1UEhaui

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golden retriever korean boyfriend, there i said it.

+Reasonable plot, no loose end-couples. Light and funny scenes. Not a lot of unnecessary lines. All of the casts are shining in their own ways, taichi nakagawa is shining in his cynical tsundere CFO character, as well all the supporting charas. Cultural differences as plot device in a natural way (yuri being confused when taeoh called her nuna, etc)
-very quick timeline. The mind-reading ability is not used to the fullest (not really essential to the plot). Also i feel like Taeoh manhandled Hanaoka quiet a lot (shoving his shoulders, grabbing his hand)... there are scenes where he got bodily contact with Hanaoka and it feels so... idk maybe im overthinking. also I don't like how passive yuri was... every pivotal moments she decided to not do anything about it and making others around her do the work to nudge her to the right direction. so fucking frustrating.

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