I'll be honest. This is not perfect (kinda rushed towards the end) but this is still so so good. I'm still emotionally hung up. The last time I felt this was because of Scarlet Heart Ryeo. Hands down to the cast especially to the ML and FL with their superb acting. Also, the high quality of production shows on the aesthetically pleasing scenes of the story. Probably, a lot of big budget put into good use.

For the plot, I love how the story started from a simple act of kindness to Fate giving them a tragic prophecy. Shi Ying embraced loneliness until Zhu Yan appeared. She disturbed his quiet sanctuary with her bright and mischievous personality. I know pretty stereotyped but well executed. I particularly loved the Wishing Tree scene, he tried to make it wither but instead made it grow and bloom when he realized his affections for her. In the end, he forcefully burned the tree. This is his last attempt to rebel against his affections and the prophecy.

A slow burn but emotionally satisfying if you understand the implied meaning of each scenes and concepts.