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No benefits in watching this

As a premise, I will be transparent and say that I mainly watch BLs but I very much enjoyed both Jan and JingJing's performances in Hide & Sis so I decided to come out of my comfort zone and give this show a try: much to my chagrin, this did not go well at all.

Being a very standard, predictable office romance (not a critique per se, just a statement regarding the genre), I wasn't expecting much plot-wise but I at least wanted to enjoy the characters and their development. While Lal is an ok character (whose main flaw is just being a total simp for reasons that I am still trying to grasp), Wine was the bain of this whole show: an egocentric, contradictory, entitled spoiled brat, she had the potential to be a very interesting character based on her backstory and trauma; in the end, if her indecision was kind of reasonable in the first half of the series, later on her constantly going back on her footsteps became a chore to watch (I don't know how many times in ten episodes she stormed out of the room after arguing with Lal). The general romance plot is, in the end, reduced to a bunch of trite tropes that are not even well done nor endearing to watch (them being enemies for like one episode, the secret relationship made way more complicated than necessary because they refused - I don't know why - to at least be friends at work, the useless lies and cheap break up in the last episodes and I could go on).

The latter part of the show, also, introduces a main villain whose only trait is being a sexual predator: from his introduction onwards, Wine is further reduced to a damsel in distress, while Lal has to constantly save her until the very end. This boils down to another main flaw of this show: the sheer heteronormativity of it all, with Lal always acting like the "man" of the couple and Wine being the fragile woman who needs to be saved and protected. I thought we left this kind of writing behind years ago, but here we are, I guess. On a positive note, I enjoyed the commentary on the role of women in the workplace and, more in general, the feminist message that the writers tried to send (message that, oddly enough, clashes with the aforementioned heteronormative structure of the romance).

Production wise, the show doesn't do anything particularly well or bad; the supporting cast was fine, occasionally funny, but nothing more. The side couple is, in my opinion, sudden and unremarkable.

As a whole, Enemies with Benefits is mediocre at best, with no real highlights: I've seen worse, but I've also definitely seen way better.

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Wonderful C drama

This C Drama is completely unique for me ..if you have love for football then this C drama is definitely for you . This C drama highlights the theme of friendship , sacrifice , helping others,Unity,love,Team Work , the students are truly adorable,the beautiful bond between the teachers and students,I'm myself is a teacher so I can definitely relate to this C drama ....this drama will definitely remind you about the old times of school life ..I love the slow burn romance between the Male Lead and female lead..they are really adorable couple ..it's worth watching guys..don't miss this amazing drama ⚽🫶💕❤️😍 Seriously from first to last episode it was worth watching ..truly a masterpiece..love it ..love the entire cast ..love all of them .❣️❣️❣️❤️❤️❤️😍😍💖🥰🥰

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⚠️ warning SA. There's a first for everything

First time in my life I'd rather the mc end up with a man.
I don't like Nop, he's annoying and using sun for his own gain, but you know what he didn't do so far ? Rªpe her.
I cannot believe this drama is trying to make it look like it's nothing, like Sun wasn't crying and begging for Flint to stop before giving up and saying okay to avoid being hurt further. She has now assaulted both twins in the same evening and no consequences were given whatsoever.
I'm not done with the show yet and I'll finish it just because the cast is doing a good job (and I will never get over it if I don't finish it) but I would have stopped if I could because I've seen all the comments saying this never gets properly addressed or punished.
From all the drama you can see in fandoms, about who kisses how and who looks gay enough for people, I've seen almost nothing about this despite the very bad representation it gives. What a joke the glspace is.
My only hope now is that the secondary couple will be developed enough (it looks like it so far) that I will at least have a good time with them.

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Beautifully and thoughtfully made, handled with the utmost care and respect.

Every scene captures exactly the emotions it intends to convey.
Fourth&Gemini have always been exceptional, but this is undoubtedly their best performance yet.Their acting feels so natural&emotionally honest that every feeling reaches beyond the screen and straight to your heart.You don’t just watch the story—you feel it,The butterflies,the LOVE,the spark,the tension,
the struggles,the fear,the nervousness,the joy,the infatuation,the sadness,the guilt,the longing—every emotion is delivered with remarkable sincerity,making it impossible not to be completely immersed.

This series is so beautiful, so meaningful, so FULL OF LOVE.

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I started watching this with zero expectations, but surprisingly, it's so entertaining!

I am deeply impressed by the eldest sister and the Tanhua scholar (the third-place imperial graduate) couple. Initially, he felt forced into the marriage, yet he actually adores every single one of her qualities—whether it's managing the household, painting, calligraphy, or taking excellent care of both his mother and himself. When he faces danger, she also comes up with great ideas to help him. She is such an impressive, wonderful woman. However, because it was sort of an arranged marriage combined with a last-minute bride swap, he felt cornered and showed signs of resistance. Seeing him come back to win her over after surviving his ordeal is absolutely adorable.

The court debate scene regarding filial piety and parental debt serves as a perfect slap in the face to a dysfunctional Confucian society that degrades women. It makes me feel that Confucius had a terrible personality and a lot of complexes to have despised women and suppressed them to such a low status.

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Pure unadulterated satisfaction - A masterclass in bully busting

What goes around, comes around. If you have ever sat through a drama or a real-life news report watching abusers, corrupt figures, and bullies get away with absolute murder, Teach You a Lesson is the exact cathartic, boundary-pushing antidote you need. This show is a masterpiece of dark comedy, brutal realism, and deeply satisfying vigilante justice.

The core brilliance of the show lies in how it frames modern power dynamics. It perfectly captures how those with authority or backing try to control and break the weak. Crucially, it highlights a taboo reality. The series brilliantly shows how teachers and faculty members face terrifying psychological warfare from out of control students and overbearing parents.

The tone is like a bowl of hot, spicy ramen, it makes your eyes water from how infuriating the villains are, but fills your heart with absolute satisfaction when karma hits. The combo of gritty themes and sharp comedy is seamless. Episode 2 was on another level entirely! The chaotic school dynamics are brilliant, fast-paced, and utterly entertaining.

The casting is flawless. Kim Mu yeol is a force of nature as Na Hwa-jin, embodying a cool, calculating, and charismatic protagonist. Every time he is on screen with his signature swagger, you know a lesson is about to be taught. But for me, the standout is Im Han-rim (Jin Ki-joo). She is fierce, unpredictable, and a massive reason I loved this drama so much. Alongside Bong Geun-dae (Pyo Ji-hoon) providing the tech support, the team dynamic is incredibly fun. While a few later episodes rush through complex conspiracies to wrap things up, the emotional payoff never misses.


Teach You a Lesson steps outside those boundaries to give us the instant, therapeutic karma we crave. If you want a high-stakes, action packed narrative where bad people get exactly what they deserve, do not wait on this. It is funny, frustrating, and deeply rewarding.

Highly recommended!

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This show brilliantly weaves creativity into its storytelling.

Initially, I watched this because I'm a fan of Xiao Hou, and for that reason alone, it was totally worth it. He took on a new type of role, looking handsome and refreshingly different. Viewers will be constantly surprised by the plot twists—like Zhang Chulan, who is incredibly skilled but completely unaware of it and acts as if he has no talent at all. Then there's Wang Ye, whose name is a playful nod to a princely title (Wangye) because he is a wealthy young master, yet his name also carries deeper philosophical meanings. Wang Ye appears to be the most powerful character since he can control both time and space, yet he still can't do anything against Baobao.

One hilarious scene is when Wang Ye goes to warn Zhang Chulan but ends up finding him in the restroom. They stand right next to each other at the urinals, and there's even a moment where one peeks over at the other—it's so funny! This unique blend of seriousness and comedy is woven throughout the entire series. Another great example is when Wang Ye simply walks out of the arena, casually stating that he's full and therefore admits defeat. It's just that simple and easygoing.

Looking at the makeup and wardrobe, it doesn't seem like they had a huge budget, but the results are quite good. Wang Ye looks very natural here, so much so that his styling in the second season feels a bit overdone by comparison. If we view this as a series that prioritizes creativity, it is highly commendable.

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A Wuxia Fantasy Well Done!

Although there were many who felt this drama isn't their type, I absolutely enjoyed watching this drama. Every Acting,Every emotion very well done! I'm so glad to Know Song weilong and actually tune in to his dramas. He's a really wonderful actor,brings out the best in every role and more. I appreciate his hardwork and the effort he put in to Bring the character Lei xiu yuan and Yecha to Life. Ju jingyi also did a great job as the divine tree. Their chemistry is super great and adorable. I'm loving every bit of it. If you are looking for a good xianxia drama to take you out of your drama slump,I highly recommend this series.🙌🙌

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