The drama is based on my favourite story of Meng Li Jun, covering the main plot points with a few interesting twists. I enjoyed cussing the villains as much as I was rooting for Meng Li Jun as she fended off her enemies while trying to clear her beloved's name. Though I must admit I wanted the second main male lead to to win Meng Li Jun more than for Huang Fu Shao Hua. There was more energy and sparks between them especially after Meng Li Jun's secret was exposed.. The cast was quite well chosen. The acting was great, tugging at my emoitons as I rooted whom I should root for, waving my fists when things go bad for the leads. Liu Bing Bing was good in her gender bending role. Sun Xing and Chen Long were excellent. I hated their characters while at the same time empathizing with the why behind their actions. The pace of the drama was slow at several points, there were 40 episodes afterall but well worth the time if you are looking for a good retelling of an old classic with believable acting and intrigue. How I rate --- 5 = okay, but will never watch again 8 = good with rewatch value >8 = good with rewatch value and must OWN!