Drama Digest:
The drama is based on a general of a kingdom, Zhou Sheng Chen, who was raised by his brother, the emperor of the kingdom, until he reached the age of thirteen. Later he established himself as a loyal and capable general of the country. Cui Shi Yi is a daughter of a well-esteemed family, who was betrothed to the crown prince, but due to political tragedy, she became mute, and the crown prince became child emperor. Later she becomes a disciple of general Zhou. They share a strong bond between them. Can they become more than the master-disciple, or will their relationship be affected by the palace politics? Watch the drama to know more.
The Feel-Good Part:
The drama is adapted from a novel. The storyline is unique. The cinematography and costumes are magnificent in this drama. They gave their hundred per cent in set settings. The chemistry between the leads is top-notch. The OSTs are also very good. The instrumental music used in the drama is ear-soothing. It has twenty-four episodes. The number of episodes is perfect for viewers to watch the drama without getting bored.
Star Power:
Bai Lu and Ren Jia Lun both are excellent actors. They didn’t fail their fans in this drama too. Their acting is perfect for their characters. Their emotion is beautifully portrayed by them. Their eyes speak about their feelings.
The Disappointing Factor:
This is a slow-burn romance. Those who don’t like slow romance may not prefer it. Besides, the drama is extremely tragic. So prepare your heart if you plan to watch this. The palace politics and the villains are annoying though they gave fantastic performances in their roles.
In-Depth Analysis:
The drama has a perfect blend between politics and romance. The drama shows various shades of the relationship between Zhou and Cui. After losing her father, Cui became mute but then was taken care of by Zhou and his warmth and kindness makes her talk again. They share a special bond. The bond is not only of master-disciple but also a genuine companionship. Cui is a mature woman here. Whereas Zhou is a capable general, who can die for his country but a loving companion to his lover. The shades of the characters are unique. The cinematography, direction, and detailing gave the drama an extra point to viewers.
Overall Opinion:
The drama is fantastic. Viewers should watch this. They won’t regret watching it. Though the drama is slow-paced and tragic it is worth your time. Viewers should give it a try.
