**I put parts with spoilers at the bottom

*About the plot*
For starters, I totally understand why there was a public outcry regarding this drama. This drama takes place at a time when Korea was under military rule and when the people felt oppressed. The people fought for democracy and that's how they are enjoying their democracy today. This drama must have brought back painful memories. But I would like to say that the party in question (the ANSP) is more or less being mocked in the drama, or at least where I am currently at. This drama is not glorifying the ANSP or their actions, so I hope Koreans can be slightly open-minded about this, and maybe give this drama a chance? I don't think it is as bad as they thought (in terms of the political intentions of this drama). But hey, who am I to comment, I'm not from Korea and probably too idealistic.

In addition, Yeongro is based on a human who is meant to be sth like the advocate of democracy or sth, but so far [ep9] I don't see any of that. It is possible that the Koreans are upset about this as well. But then again this drama did add a disclaimer that it was fictional.......

Not sure how they do it, but I'm interested in the side characters as well. :) Might be good plot writing, might be good acting, who knows.

I honestly hope there will be a happy ending for everyone, including our main couple but... I only can hope. :\\

*About the cast*
I LOVE the cast. I mean judging from my title, you can probably guess that. I enjoy Jung HaeIn and Yoo InNa's dramas. The other cast were pleasant in whichever dramas I watched them in as well. I do have to praise Jisoo though, I think she is able to express emotions very well. Honestly kinda surprised she's this good at acting, considering this is her first lead role (I've seen much worse from idol-turned-actors.....). Obviously, there is room for improvement for her, (e.g. her enunciation needs some work sometimes) but overall, Jisoo is pleasant to watch! I love the girls from room 207 and their friendship. :)

*Music*
I love the music... Listen for yourself; I have no way to describe this.
opening theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOXpT_0FWbw
It's not just the opening theme that's beautiful, even the other OSTs are!!

*Rewatch value*
Rated a 9.5 for now, I hope it will not drop.
{Update] It's worth my time, I think I really like this drama a lot. The ending HURTS me but it's beautiful, I swear.

P.S. I love the easter eggs they put at the end of the episode to show you some extra scenes. :D

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After watching the whole series, here are some of my thoughts/ opinions (that no one asked for).
- Plot twists here and there, some of which I expected (like the part where Dr Kang and Mr Kim are North Korean spies....)
- the wives are so ambitious omg... they are low-key governing their husbands, it's almost as if they are the ANSP agents/ higher-ups lmao. Trying to push their husbands up into the ranks and engaging in rich wife politics... Honestly, they're quite funny when they appear. So petty as well.
- Bunok is sooooooo annoying I hate her. HAHAHA doesn't help that Kim Hyeyoon is someone I would avoid when watching dramas... LOL. She gives me the icks, and her acting is really quite subpar, in my opinion. I personally find her voice pretty annoying, but I shall not give her too much hate for that since it's something she cannot change. Her acting just involves enlarging her eyes and staring lmao I COULD DO THAT TOO.
- it's also scary to see how the betrayal can bite you in the butt when you least expect it...
- I really enjoyed watching the North Korean spies, I just wished they all had a happy ending :( [just my wishful thinking, I already expected deaths] It's also sad to see them dedicate their lives to their country, only to be thrown away after being used.
- I really do hope that Korea gives this drama another chance because this show, if anything, has only sullied the ANSP's name. The tortures, schemes and whatever they attempt to pin on the North/ innocent citizens whom they conveniently label as "commies" just to get their way and maintain their ruling... I don't think there's any point in the drama when the ANSP can be viewed in a positive light. In the last few episodes when there's a big reveal involving the identity of Moran Hill, the embezzlement of funds etc, the party members and their wives just looked like clowns.. No other way to describe it. There were more pressing matters at hand and that's what they were arguing about? Their stupidity shone through.....
- I really like that this show gives screen time to side characters and of course, allows for character development. I used to find Hanna very annoying but I think this just shows that we just need to give people a chance [irl or in dramas]. They may get their redemption arc. :)
- Yeongro at some point in the series just started sounding/acting like a spoilt brat. Like... girl can you use your beautiful brains for a second? Logically speaking, in a hostage situation, are you really going to provoke the aggressor? But that's okay she's the main lead and she'll live because the North Korean spy leader holding them hostage has a soft spot for her because what??? He loves her. *rolls eyes* Unrealistic but we know this is okay because 1) main character buff 2) he loves her 3) kdrama thingz....
- Every time I get a romantic-ish scene ... I brace myself for the worst because I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THEY'RE TRYING TO DO (AKA COAX ME WITH SWEETS LIKE I'M A LITTLE KID TT____TT) I say this but I still swoon and squeal HAHAHA I just.... can't. Give me a Jung Haein please <3