Made an MDL account just to review this!!
I've never reviewed a drama before, but I had to make an account on MDL just to leave one for this drama, because I absolutely adore it and it's left me with severe withdrawal. I am first and foremost a romance drama watcher, and that's where I think this drama truly shone: watching two people who are equally as passionate and dedicated to their professions falling in love and trying to navigate a relationship where their demanding careers leave very little time and freedom for themselves. The two main leads did an amazing job portraying their characters, and their chemistry was absolutely off-the-charts, even during scenes that weren't necessarily supposed to be romantic. They're probably one of the very few drama couples who are just as sweet and captivating to watch after dating as they are before. It's a testament to the writing that I can also understand why these two work so well together: they're both intrinsically good people who just want to do their best, are genuinely passionate about their jobs, and wouldn't hesitate to give up their lives to save another person's life. You'll wish you could experience the kind of love these two have for each other after finishing this show.
The hospital and police storylines were secondary to the romance for me - not as well-written or as well-executed as I've seen in other dramas - but as a romance fan, the warmth and authenticity of the main couple's relationship made up for that. I also found all the sibling and friendship relationships really warm and funny and charming as well. A few other flaws I'd probably note though:
- The secondary couple: I found their dynamic really fun at first, but it started to drag after a while and I got tired of the constant back and forth so I ended up skipping most of their scenes.
- There's a lull in pacing during the earthquake arc.
- Something about the actress who plays Yan Shan really bugs me - not sure if it's the acting or the actual character, but I really could not care less about her.
- The OST is okay, but nothing I would listen to again separate from the drama.
Anyway tldr: highly recommend this drama!!! Please go watch it for the main couple - they're the best!!!
The hospital and police storylines were secondary to the romance for me - not as well-written or as well-executed as I've seen in other dramas - but as a romance fan, the warmth and authenticity of the main couple's relationship made up for that. I also found all the sibling and friendship relationships really warm and funny and charming as well. A few other flaws I'd probably note though:
- The secondary couple: I found their dynamic really fun at first, but it started to drag after a while and I got tired of the constant back and forth so I ended up skipping most of their scenes.
- There's a lull in pacing during the earthquake arc.
- Something about the actress who plays Yan Shan really bugs me - not sure if it's the acting or the actual character, but I really could not care less about her.
- The OST is okay, but nothing I would listen to again separate from the drama.
Anyway tldr: highly recommend this drama!!! Please go watch it for the main couple - they're the best!!!
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