I have not tried to stretch a 50 episode drama, but I tried to do it for main lead actor Elvis Han. He did such a good job, though he was 24 years old at that time of shooting.

However, the character of the wife Qin Sang (Sun Yi) really killed my interest totally. I have not seen a more somewhat emotionally dis-engaged wife to a husband who loves her with care and all his heart, like this character Qin Sang. Even when she shows her love, she still does not look like she loves him. Well, I did try my best, up until episode 31! and my white flags are up. Giving up.

The acting overall by the cast members were really good and can feel the commitment. But maybe this role of Qin Sang did not work out well for Sun Yi, then at 23 years old. Such a cold, aloof and sticky character. Given her age at that time, she was not able to show the vulnerability which was required of her role, to help us warm and embrace her character. However, I guess it did not hurt her career as she is today, one of the highest paid actress in China.

This melo-dramatic family relationships and love painful struggle drama is truly not advised for those who are not committed to see it through the 50 slow paced episodes. Even the schemes and fight to control territories by the rich and powerful Yi Family with others went to and fro, lacked suspense for me. Like I mentioned, one has to be truly committed to watch it through.

Calling it a day, I am moving on.... Cheers!