Drama Digest
This drama is a fascinating combination of friendship and romance based on fate and love. The story revolves around three main protagonists, Pang Yu, Feng Xi, and Dong Yue. In the initial journey through the drama, the two best friends, Pang Yu and Feng Xi share a brotherly love and care for each other. They had a special bond since one is elegant and courteous, while the other is extraordinarily gifted but conceals it. Dong Yue, a brave general in the Dingyuan rebellion is made to travel back in time with a chance to change history. She is brought back in time to avert a conflict that would have killed innumerable people. On her way back in time, she encounters both Feng Xi and Pang Yu. Pang Yu and Feng Xi eventually engage in conflict and become enemies with the appearance of a beautiful and faithful general, Dong Yue. To aid Pang Yu to get to the throne, Dong Yue helps the two men to make amends even though they will encounter more formidable foes.
The Feel-Good Part
The fans of historical dramas and romantic love stories will find this drama engaging. All the historic elements, including the costumes, the set, and the entire ambiance were presented in a lovely way that gave a fictitious historical essence. The story of the drama has a smooth flow that keeps the watchers hooked on the drama. It is captivating to watch how Dong Yue goes back to the past with the intent to stop the raging war but all along develops a love interest for Feng Xi. Apart from the plotline, the original soundtrack of the drama is a heavenly blessing to the ears. It beautifies the entire drama by uplifting the zestful relishes.
The Disappointing Part
At some point, it felt that the character of Feng Xi was shown to be quite dominant. On the other hand, the female character could have been portrayed well, and many viewers thought the female lead was a bit weak for a warrior’s character. The drama started with a great beginning and tended to maintain the flow throughout the show but the ending could have been much better.
In-Depth Analysis
Dong Yue travels back in time three times during the Yin Dynasty to stop the world’s destruction and assassinate Lu Yuanton whom she believed was the cause of the conflict. She first encountered Feng Xi on the first return, who was making every effort to correct the family’s wrongs. They helped each other out and later developed feelings for one another, but Dongyue mistook Feng Xi for the manner as he was trying to save his family. The assassination of Dong Yue was the catalyst for the beginning of the conflict. Dongyue chose to believe Feng Xi on the second return, although he could not recall anything. Following a second love affair, Feng Xi abandoned all of his plans and died beside Lu Yuantong. In the third return, she successfully saves Feng Xi and they together defeat Lu Yuantong, leading the drama to a happy and peaceful ending.
Star Power
Many viewers agreed that the male leads, Jin Han (Feng Xi) and Tan Jian Ci (Pang Yu), did complete justice to their characters. The female character Sun Yi was also quite good in her role but could have done better with her character of a strong-willed warrior.
Overall Opinion
Overall, the story, production, cast, and especially the music combined into a drama that can be watched in your free time. However, it could differ according to each viewer’s interest in the historical genre.
