I struggled with rating this because while this is a direct continuation of season 1, I objectively enjoyed season 1 as its own entity a bit more.

This show was still so much fun to watch. I watched both seasons consecutively though, so by season 2, I started wishing there were more scenes with Mu Xi and Dan Yi together. The fun part of the show is watching them deal with problems together. Their dynamic as both friends and rivals is entertaining and is what kept me tuned in. Some episodes near the end, I had to watch in 2x speed. I liked the overall plot, the way they matured and understood each other in the end, but there was too much filler plot to get there. It's not that I think the other characters are unnecessary or uninteresting—I love all the kids—but wished that the sequence in which they told their stories were interlaced with more of the two leads. I was particularly tired of Xin Yi's fantasies. Why did Xin Yi get more romantic scenes with Dan Yi (albeit via her fantasies) than Mu Xi did anyway? Lol.

I'm complaining, but I did really enjoy The Big Boss. It might even become one of my favorite dramas. The strength of this drama is in the characters, not necessarily the plot. And there are many moments that are worth rewatching for the laughs. I still stand by what I said about season 1. This is a lighthearted youth comedy. It's good for when you're looking for something really easy to watch. I only wish there were more.