Now i get why everyone is mad in the reviews and comments.

This was everything I hoped it to be and more.
I am a fan of action films, make them Korean and I'm sold... I have lived and breathed K2 and Healer for years. That being said, i was sort of reluctant to watch this series when it came out, am ashamed to reveal it was because of the reviews and comments i saw then.

This action-packed series has a little bit of everything, Politics, Schemes, Murders, Conspiracies and an inked lead who looks amazing in action and even better shirtless. The story is intriguing and involving from the start, I'm glad i started this after i finished my exams because I have done nothing for the past 48 hrs.

My favourite factor in the series is the subdued/hinted romance, it was my type of thing. Their chemistry was believable and relatable. The characters delivered what they were supposed to...even the hot villain Jerome...so sad he got his face messed up,..he deserved it though.

Now.....W...T.....F....WAS...THAT....ENDING.!????????????????????????????????????

HOW COULD YOU SBS....WE NEED A SEASON 2 ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....I should have listened to the warnings in the comments...but i had fun...while it lasted.....

Anyway, if you are prone to anger, don't watch this until the announcement for season two comes out, I shouldn't have cause now I'm stuck wanting to know what happened next.

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IS IT WRONG THAT ALL THIS HEALS MY INNER CHILD?

I love a good story...who doesn't? Throw in bullies getting what they deserve and I'm in.

As someone who was bullied throughout my childhood, this was therapeutic...something in me was at peace watching that POS taking those kicks and punches.

Seriously try watching it...if you're stuck being timid or weak at work or school to keep your job or just in general, WATCH THIS!!! You want to yell at your boss because they're being evil little shits but you can't cause you need the job? WATCH THIS!!!!

You'll heal things you didn't know you had.

I want part 2 already; with another culprit getting it. She's like the clean-up crew fr.

Shin Hye Sun delivered and then some, she's becoming my favourite actress with all her amazing work. I especially loved the braided look.
Lee Jun Yung was also exemplary...I mean we hate him but I'm going to look for more of his work cause his acting is amazing....plus he looks good being all evil and shit.
The supporting characters...esp the victim did a good job too, you could be immersed in their emotions while watching.
All in all, this was an awesome movie...totally worth the hype.

NOTE TO SELF; Korean youths are terrifying, every time I see a bullying scene in a KDrama or KMovie...I want to crawl up and disappear.

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this drama is amazing...i'm so going to finish it...that being said...i need to vent!!!!

Positives...
-Characters... LYX is freaking breath-taking...so is the rest of the cast...but man Tantai Jin owns me...
- Aesthetic...this is the most beautiful historical drama ever and I've watched quite a few...the costumes...the jewelry..the sets...AMAZING!!!!!
- Graphics...the editing is sort of believable...some dramas have it done so poorly that it's an effort to overlook it.
-The acting...I have sobbed on behalf of this man...TTJ... for the better part of the drama...and other extreme emotions that are not public friendly...anyway...

Vent!!!
- WTH is even happening in this thing? Where did the story go?
-Why are there so many misunderstandings?????? like talk!!!! communicate people...it would save so much heartache...I know it's the story let me have my moment.
- I know this is supposed to be tragic...ill-fated and whatnot...but boy are these leads dramatic...they take more effort exerting revenge and payback than they do in their 'missions'.
-Bai Lu ...you are gorgeous but I've wanted to squeeze your neck for a couple of episodes now....
-The love threads thief better get what's coming to her......woman has been awful in all her lives!!!!
-Why did they have to take Grandma??????????

ALSO.......

- HE'S NOT YET THE DEMON LORD...WHY IS HE GETTING TREATED LIKE ONE...LIKE BFFR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-To be honest...if I get treated like this...getting bullied most of my life...then betrayed by each and every one close to me....misunderstood and judged unfairly....to the heartache of loving someone whose only purpose is to murder me... I'll go evil too...fry all of you...
- CAN WE PLEASE GET MORE SCREENTIME FOR THE DEMON LORD......EVIL LOOKS GOOD ON LYX!!!!!

This is me after episode 28...I need to gather myself for a few days before I watch the rest.

EDIT: JUST FINISHED EP 40.
My emotions are all over the place...I got a little confused i the last two episodes but maybe that's because i was too impatient.
If star-crossed lovers...sad endings...or unfulfilled endings are not your thing...let episode 35 be your last.

Thank You for fulfilling my previous wish...we did get alot of Devil God screen-time...YAY!!
That being said....I sure hope there's Part/Season 2....I need to see Tantai Jin...happy and not being a matyr.

It wouldn't have hurt to see everyone acknowledge his sacrifice either...and all who judged him hastily drowning in guilt...I'm talking to you Xiao Lin 2.0...you're hot but man are you a mean f***er.

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ROMCOM???? WHERE?

THIS IS NOT WHAT A ROMCOM IS.
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I wanted fluff, not misery and heartbreak with a dash of fluff!!!!!!!








That's it, that's the review.

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NEVER HAVE I FELT SO SATISFIED BY A XIANXIA DRAMA ENDING!!!!

This is by no means a professional review, I'm trying to offload all the crazy emotions I felt while watching this and I hope they give you the nudge to try it for yourself, that being said, let's dive right in.

Let's start with the CGI;
Wow! Just wow! This is some of the best work I have seen, the different realms with their various settings, even the underwater realm didn't look ridiculous in this. The fighting scenes were so believable and immersive. Let's not forget the awesome displays of power. If I thought I'd win, I'd fight you baby girl of an ancient god for you Lord Bicang.
But the best part of it all would be the hall of the fallen gods, Xing Zhi's comrades.

The acting;
You know the actors were prepared to serve c**t when the CGI is complimentary and not the entirety of their work. You can tell they trained and worked hard, especially for those fight scenes, I even tried pausing to catch the background fighters slipping-- I'm talking to you untamed-- but everyone was focused on the game. It made everything truly thrilling to watch.

SHEN-LI!!!!!
Never have I met a fl I didn't want to shave and water board for being ridiculous and annoying. She got the character and became the character. Her wit and humour were nice additions. Her strength was visible and not something forced on the viewers to support a narrative.
Let's not forget the face card....and her wonderful wardrobe, I want to be isekai-d into a xianxia solely for the clothes I'd get to wear.

XING ZHI!!!!!!!!!!
The man that you are.
Have you met a god who was so in touch with his emotions you forgot he was a god--except for the catching lightning part, cause holy hell was that all godly and hot--- never? Well, let me introduce you to this one.
He was delightful when he was a mortal, the humour was there even when you could tell it wasn't supposed to be, but as a god turned fisherman, he was a marvel to watch.
His crush on Shenli and all the jealous stuff he did because of it were the highlights of some of the episodes.
One of my best scenes is when he spars with her, but more like claims her in front of her soldiers. Shen li was a strong warrior to not jump his bones right there.
Xing Zhi aka bored ancient god aka Shen Li's baby girl, I wish you were real so i'd have a better excuse to reject normal males.

THE CHEMISTRY!!!
Just one thing: HOW THE HELL DID THAT EPISODE GET THROUGH CENSORSHIP!!!
They had me watching my screen guiltily because I knew there was no way I got to watch all that for free, and so easily!!

Slight comedy my a** this was a full blown comedy with a side of fantasy rated R, with zero drag and zero skip episodes.

THE ENDING.
The main reason I even decided to write a review.
Most Xianxia endings are just tortures and merciless executions disguised as entertainment. Tell me why i'd suffer for 40 plus episodes with minimal fluff and disguised spiciness------i'm talking to you long ballad the hell was that making us watch two parrots kissing---- to have the ml or fl die a horrible totally unnecessary idiotic death???? Or have an open ending leaving the rest to the viewers imagination???? IF MY IMAGINATION WAS RELIABLE I WOULDN'T BE WATCHING THIS THINGS LIKE AN ADDICT!!!!!!!! I'D BE MAKING MY OWN!!

Anyway, that was the most satisfying ending in the history of all historical dramas, even ones I haven't watched, you cannot beat the fluff overload we got on that final episode. I'll let you watch and see for yourself.

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HOW DO I MOVE ON?????????

I thought I had seen and felt it all with Hidden Love. But no...this masterpiece was just lying in waiting, gearing up to bombard me with emotions I had no idea I had the capacity to feel.

First of WU LEI, the man that you are??. How does he do this? How does he play a character so good you'e left wanting more? Let's not even talk about the man's expressive eyes...

Most CDramas have an avalanche of red flags, toxicity, misunderstanding and an ex somewhere who's richer than Midas and has got legs for miles. It gets frustrating to be honest. But, here is a drama with zero red flags... none. Even the love rivals are too hard to hate, they're actually relatable. No stupid love triangles. No agonizing family feuds and parental influence.

There's not a single moment I spent on hating anyone while watching this, and it was refreshing, which made this all the more enjoyable.

THE BROMANCE PEOPLE THE BROMANCE! Had me wishing I was a man so I could have amazing man friends who'd do anything for me. Like how are they so close after years of separation and being each other's competition????? Their relationship made me tear up honestly.

The drama was such a wonderful way to bring the largely ignored games mainstream; had me wishing I could hold a cue stick without threatening to disembowel anyone in my immediate vicinity, so I could go to games and look all sexily formal with a secret boyfriend cheering me from the stands...yes folks...the delulu is deluluing.

On to the golden point in this review. The CHEMISTRY. The leads had the sparks flying so hard I was third-wheeling a freaking on-screen couple. The eye contact, the COMMUNICATION, the little acts of service, the secret visits and touches!!!!!! Argggghhhhhhhhhhh!!!

I need me a Lin Yi Yang. I need to be courted as Yin Guo did. Fuck asking me out with flowers or chocolate, text me declaring your intentions while we do laundry??

All in all, this is a must-watch. And it had me reviving my online dating profiles because even if I'm done being single this introverted idiot can't talk to anyone face to face without having a panic attack or babbling like a fool, let alone a man.

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WHAT A WAY TO START 2024.

Now, I might be slightly biased since I'm a huge fan of both main leads. Especially JCW...I Love the man, but this just maybe the best drama I've watched this year.

Let me start with what I didn't like;
1. I like a good revenge story; I like seeing the tables turn on bullies and them getting a piece of their own pie; did it happen here? Yes, it did. Was it enough? No, it wasn't. I needed that woman to suffer a lot more, more backlash and hate from the same media she tried to manipulate.
The boyfriend too, I mean all the cheating ass got was vinegar and a spoiled kimchi bath...I needed more.

2. The ML's dad, the redemption arc was kinda fast and not deserved to some extent, but hey at least he gave his blessing.
3. Bu Sang Do...I don't know I just didn't like his entitlement; dude I know the heart wants what it wants but still...damn.
4. Why the hell didn't we get a Mansu side story???????????
5. Jin Dal's Inlaws...I know they got punished but I needed to see it.
6. With all this I think this drama was finished in haste and deserved a lot more than 16 episodes.
7. I needed all the people who turned their backs on Sam-Dal to quite frankly eat shit. Sorry excuses of humans.

What did I like? Buckle up, folks.

1. Ji Chang Wook; I don't know, I just love the guy. He could be the most macho man in a scene and still be cute and lovable. I like me a guy who can do both. I'm also obsessed with his walking style.
As for the acting, the guy never disappoints, we will take what he's dealt and serve it exceptionally, kudos to the casting team because if I were asked to describe JCW i'd point at Cho Yong-Pil...man owned that character, he delivered the best emotions. Who doesn't love a green flag who's a tad bit emotionally dramatic and while lot stubborn?

2. Shin Hye Sun; My first drama with her was Mr. Queen and I was excited about her character here and man ...did she deliver. Slightly unhinged; I mean who carries rotten kimchi just to fling it on someone? She played her character so well, too well that I believed her hometown was Jeju and that she was a real professional photographer.

3. KMK...any drama with this woman...I'm in. It was like a sequel to Healer watching her and JCW again. The woman puts her entire self into every character and I love to see it.

4. The supporting cast, the haenyos were for once nice ahjummas...some dramas just have annoying ones who meddle and create trouble. The Jeju friends was a nice add, I especially liked WKT who was a hoot; sure we needed him to shut up sometimes but the man was the best cupid if i ever saw one...he jumped the plot that would have otherwise dragged with a whole lot of secrets and miscommunications.

5. Sam-Dal and the relationship she has with her parents, her friends and especially her sisters who were a favourite. I can't believe i hated Jin-Dal in K2...that woman was mean! But here...i looked forward to every scene she was in esp with her 'husband' .The director said I want crazy and the woman was like hold my beer!

Lessons learnt;
1. Fear Knetz.
2. The Korean fanbase system has a whole lot of power than they should. Entire cooperations rely solely on public opinion which could be shifted at the drop of a hat.
3. It's sad and shocking to see how lives could be ruined by one person and their smartphone. How many people has this happened to and why does it continue to happen???????

Anyway, I'm giving this a couple of weeks before I come back to binge-watch it .

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MOST REALISTIC HEART WRENCHING SH**

THE ONLY REASON I'M NOT GIVING A PERFECT SCORE IS THAT I WANTED MORE, I WASN'T READY FOR IT TO BE OVER.

The tears I've shed over this drama...I could swim in.

It starts with nice albeit cliche twist, a cocky lead getting a rude awakening from a badass female. At least that's what you'd think but nooo... Zo In Sung...or in this case, JJY is not at all he seems. He stands up for himself, his morals and beliefs, while keeping boundaries already set intact. You don't see that a lot in Rich Alpha male leads.

This man outdid himself acting his role, so much that I was so shocked when I saw he was running alone on the highway, and not with Kang Hoon. I totally believed the guy was real!!!! And his conditions, the OCD...the schizo, this is one of the best portrayals of mental illnesses in dramas.

Anyway, enough about the man, the rest of the cast was fantastic too; a little crazy and dramatic but it made the whole experience wholesome.
The doctors played their roles perfectly and I learned a lot from some of the other patients. Kudos to the writers for creating the masterpiece.

The romance between the leads was painfully relatable and incredibly mature. The kind of romance portrayals you learn from.

Would I watch this again?
Probably, but after I've 'healed' from the emotional rollercoaster it took me on.

Should you watch it though?

DEFINITELY!!!!!!!!!

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BEST DRAMA 2023...HANDS DOWN!

I went into this with many expectations...a lot...and this drama met all , and then some.

I've always liked fast-paced action-packed films...and knowing how Koreans take it to the next level with the fighting and the gore, I was super excited to start this film.

I would have loved some more parent time... especially with Kim Dooshik, but oh well. I'm just happy they didn't kill him.
People who deserved to get hurt got hurt and redemption arcs went to people who really needed them...aka the giant bear from N. Korea...

The last time I was this invested in a couple's story and relationship was with CLoY and now I have new parents...their chemistry was giving, and I hope they get more screen time if there's going to be a season 2.

Lastly...the plot holes
-why didn't Bongseok graduate?????
- Why isn't he with Huisoo..,
-and why the fuck is Ganghoon trying to join the sick organisation?????
-What is the issue with the dude Ganghoon beat up? What really happened to him?

I was thoroughly entertained and got even more thrilled when I saw the announcement about season two cause quite frankly ...the ending wasn't it, not entirely.

The story didn't get a perfect 10, cause of the ending.
I don't even remember the OSTs
Acting was top-tier!
So should you watch this....Absolutely! You can't not watch this!

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YOU SAW THE STILLS TOO HUH????

Decided to wath this because i was baited by that plane photo. I also happen to love both leads, esp LDH, seeing him all tatted up was just the icing on the cake.

Anyway,
If you spook easily, you have heart issues or anything related to these, please stay away.

The story was fantastic, well brought out, and you could follow it without having to pause and do the distant stare into an unseen camera because you cannot figure out what the hell is going on.
I actually got a little scared during the rituals and did a little google search to see if viewers were somewhat protected because apparently the chants were real.
I could relate to some of the context because where am from, weird things do happen if your deceased hates his resting place. I'm generally not superstitious but some things I do respect despite having no knowledge whatsoever, that being said, please watch this movie with an open mind...you'd enjoy it more.

KGE could shaman me anytime, girl worked that role I almost believed it. Also...WHO DID HER HAIR????????????? I LOVE YOUUUUUU.

WHO IN THE FUCKING HELL FINDS A GIANT ASS COFFIN SHOVED INTO THE EARTH WRAPPED IN BARBED WIRE AND THINKS...hmmm...let's pull it out. mf even had someone buried on top of him for crying out loud.
AHJUSSI!!!! SOMETHINGS WE DON'T DO EVEN FOR THE PLOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The ending was spectacular, and ending the giant samurai with blood drenched wood was so girly-boss of the geomancer... I do have a question though? Why did was he bleeding towards the end????
Is there part 2????????

Unpopular opinion... hearing the Monks name should have been the first sign to get the hell out ...fuck 500 million...wait no 500 million could have me vibing with the ghost....butttttt.

P.S
WHEN YOU SEE SOMETHING WEIRD, A WEIRD FOREST WITH WEIRD PLANTS AND WEIRD FOXES AND A WEIRD SNAKE WITH A HUMAN HEAD....YOU DIDN'T SEE SHIT, TURN AROUND AND WALK YOUR ASS BACK HOME.

Thank you for reading my rant...sorry my review..

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yeah you should definitely watch it

I saw a clip of this drama on TikTok and decided to give it a chance since it was complete.
And I kid you not I binged watch the entire thing in a single sitting.
it was good, very good for a rom-com.
I had a lot of issues with the fl at the beginning because of her character and how she'd just assume the worst and try to justify it but that means she did a good job portraying her character...
The ml, well the man had me cackling half the time with how he would shut down those girlies with delusions of grandeur....don't get me started on how he put the ex in place...loved it!!!!
Is this drama for everyone ...probably not since some of ya'll have a stick up somewhere, and believe only what you like should be...weak fl...macho ml... lots of chasing and games before sealing the deal....as for me...I loved the whole new perspective...it was a drama I didn't know I needed.

Do I have a thing for long-haired men now???....yes...yes, I do...who doesn't????

Also, this should serve as a lesson to all the 'fans' who think they can dictate their favs lives...as stupid as they looked acting it...you did too...get a life!...or a partner...though that might be a tad bit difficult....fighting!!!

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i wasn't ready!!!

I have never given a drama a perfect score...or watched one in one sitting although a short one.

first of all, whatever you're expecting, it's not what you'll get...at all.
also if you have a past in bullying mild or extreme this will be an emotional roller coaster...
that being said it's been a long time since I straight out ugly cried over fictional characters, but those last few episodes had me baying for blood and drowning in tears.

the revenge wasn't enough...all those f**ckers deserved way more...cowards!!!!...maybe I'm projecting

I'm so happy there was a hint about a continuation...because I feel unfulfilled...I need to see if Bum Seok is drowning in guilt...i hope so...and if my man Soo woke up and hauled ass to that other school...I seriously need that team back together...

.....now let me go finish my project???

Can't wait!!!!

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AM I THE QUEEN OF TEARS???

To say I had been waiting on pins and needles for this to air would be an understatement. I mean our favourite resident alien was starring; the man has an entire portfolio of dramas he SERVEDDDD!!!!
Kim Jiwon was another plus, I've loved all her works. She manages to deliver and then some...

The drama starts off amazing, the story is captivating; the story is new and intriguing. I especially loved that the girl was the chaebol in this instance. Their love was gratifying to witness. Then came the angst...their marriage isn't working...Why? Who tf knows? Misunderstandings, miscommunication and a bunch of awful inlaws...except you Beomja...I freaking love the woman.

I've shed quite a few tears because what do you mean they go through all that and there's still more to come?

Then the beau who wasn't really a beau, from the past who won't take no for answer. The amount of anger this man roused in me! I swear I didn't even hate him this much in The Glory. I know that means he delivered his role perfectly but still...talk about obsessed and sinister.

That being said ....

WHAT I LOVED.
Hong Hae-in
Her outfits...I haven't been fed this well since Seo Yeji's last drama.
Her aura, she was perfect for the role, or the role was perfect for her. You'd see her and know she was in charge.
Her character in general. I don't exactly know how to describe it. Not once did I find her annoying, and that's saying something.

Baek Hyun-Woo
His face.
His character, perfect mix of cute and hot. The tiny smirks when his wife did something bratty or did something that made him happy.
His bros. Having people who'd have your back through everything is common in dramas, but having characters who deserve that unwavering loyalty, pretty rare.
His family, they were close to perfect, not once did I feel like such a family wouldn't be possible in the real world. Opportunists but loyally fierce. Stern but kind, I mean what's not to love.

Character developments.
Hae-in's mom...though I feel like she should have suffered Hae-in's indifference for a little while cause the woman was just plain mean.
In this case, her younger brother, Soo Cheol, the man got a chance to spread his wings and it was beautiful to witness.
Dahye...she was loved so good she changed...a miracle right there.
Grace ...i didn't trust her till the end but she managed to surprise her.
It hurts to admit this but Eun Seong...this man has united drama fans worldwide in the hate. Second leads often manage to garner some wayward fans, and get a few thirsty edits and fan-made spin-offs, but this man...this man got none. That is how much the hate was. He bodied the character so well, I wouldn't trust him if I met him in real life. Though I feel like he deserved far worse than what he got.

The OSTs.
Whoever chose the team to do this, may you have a place in heaven cause this album ate, to put it plainly. The songs brought out all the emotions in given situations perfectly. I'm writing this while the album is on a loop btw. Falling and Love with All My Heart are my absolute favourites, a close second is Kim Soohyun's own OST.

WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE...AT ALL.
Hong Hae-In's fam...esp the grandpa...like how did you get so rich being so stupid. The dad only thought to take the reins in the family when everything went to shit.
How they treat their in-laws...I know it was supposed to show how female counterparts suffer in real life but theirs was on another level.
Them treating Baek Hyun Woo like he shit only to turn around and look for him to save them...pathetic.

How the writing went to the sewers in the last episodes. Why did the man have to spawn everywhere...he's the villain...we get it but come on!!!!!!!!!!!

The hospital staff, I know it's supposed to go with the story but how did they turn their backs on Hae In's situation just like that? They knew the man who was with her before, they communicated with him multiple times. He was the one who reached out to them even but when a new one appears, conveniently when the poor girl has no memories no one bats an eye just cause he threw a few bucks around...

The ending. Not the dying part, but the fact that we only got snippets of their supposed happy life after witnessing their suffering.

Where did all that cash go though?????

ALL IN ALL, THIS WAS A GOOD WATCH. THE CAST DID MOST OF THE WORK BUT THE STORY WAS AMAZING TOO...if you ignore the last chapters.

In conclusion, we the watchers, were the real queen of tears.

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no rainbows, unicorns, meet cutes or over used romance tropes,

the first time I'm doing a review because the reviews I saw here after I had watched it seriously broke my heart and I'm glad I watched before reading any...

where do I start, first of all I am a huuugeeeee fangirl of Seo Yeji, huge, that being said this is no way biased.

the drama given the time of it's release was something new and unexpected and I loved it, the story was gripping emotions on point, if i met the actors who played villains i wouldn't trust them, meaning they did a phenomenal job, it is not easy to bring out that level of disgust towards your character.

Eve , Seo Yeji, did her part and she freaking slayed it, the tango, the revenge, the agony, the self-harm due to trauma,
this was an amazing comeback and a huge fu to the people who sought to slander her, after it's okay not to be okay, she gave you something real to talk about and i was here for it.

the uno reverse she pulled on her 'husband' was epic, my favourite scene was when she chose to execute her master plan on that woman's birthday....epic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

i would have loved for her to give the lawyer a chance, but she wasn't ready and so she didn't string him on, real mature if ou ask me.
the chairman's wife had it coming, and i was cackling like a witch throughout her suffering, being raised wrong is not an excuse to be a shitty human being.
did the chairman deserve to die, maybe maybe not, people can change, and should be allowed too if they are remorseful enough.

the intense scenes were amazingly portrayed, they had me so close to registering for a tango class....
this was honestly the best drama i have watched this year and i would watch it again and again.

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