I had two reasons for watching this drama : the genre which is one of my favorites ones and Xiao Zhan. While watching I liked the drama due to many other reasons :story was interesting, the female lead played her role well (I know a lot of people did not liked her looks but her acting skills especially the crying and tragic parts were great!) the music - I became obsessed with the opening OST, having it on my repeat Spotify playlist, and the overall quality of the drama - attention to details, costumes, set up etc.
For the people judging it after one or two episodes I just one to tell this is not that kind of drama. I loved the fact that they took the time to construct the characters, to introduce the stories and slow burn the romance. This is not the typical xanxia you are used to and I think that is making it special. Xiao Zhan as Shifu is clearly leading the role and impressed the audience. What a gracefull and elegant appearance! Bottom line I loved the show and hope many people will enjoy it too.