Good transmigration story with a strong FL

This is a sweet and interesting transmigration story. There are some inconsistencies in the storyline that makes the ending unrealistic except (see spoiler in the comments section).
Character wise:
FL is a strong and righteous General that supported the Emperor in his fight for the throne.
ML is a man FL saved early on and has been by her side ever since.
The Emperor is a ruthless and shameless man that will stop at nothing to get the throne.
Acting wise this was great. Even if the short format leaves little room for in-depth interpretations of the characters, these actors actually manage to give us more than just a one dimensional version.
So, if you love a good transmigration story and a strong FL, this is definitely well worth watching.

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Sweet, short and adorable mini-show

This is a sweet and adorable mini-show. Even if the storyline isn’t exactly new, it is still entertaining.
Character wise:
FL is supposed to be this accomplished woman from modern times. That is why I don’t understand how she sometimes suddenly becomes this immature and whiny girl.
ML is the typical prince/king/CEO except that he isn’t ice-cold and arrogant.
Acting wise this is ok given the comical angle to the show. Some scenes and characters are exaggerated, cringe or silly, but it is primarily a comedy so that is somewhat understandable.
So, if you want something sweet and short - with absolutely no angst or suspense - this is well worth watching.

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Mini-show with potential but poor execution

This is an ok mini-show. The storyline is interesting enough but the execution is rather bumpy. There are serious holes in the story and things left unexplained.
Character wise we get a strong and smart FL that has a history with ML who is powerful and clever. The chemistry between them is good but not outstanding.
Acting wise this is not one of the best mini-shows. The ML and FL are good but the rest of the cast varies in skills which gives us a hint that this is a low-budget production. Don’t get me wrong, low-budget productions can be really good if managed well, sadly this is not really one of these - even if it is far from the worst I’ve seen.
Anyway, if you like a romantic drama with an interesting storyline, this is an ok watch.

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Great season 2 of a very different mini-show

This is a great season 2 of this mini-show. Actually much better than season 1. The storyline becomes more complicated with the major twist that starts the show. There is a more serious atmosphere and the story is more dark. On the other hand we get an epic love story that is not typical for these short shows.
Not everybody will like the ending and I admit I shed a tear but I choose to see the ending as a start. Perhaps we will get a season 3. I will definitely keep my eye out for that.
So, if you love a good mini-show that has different characters and storyline than normal - and an epic love story - this is definitely well worth watching.

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Wonderful mini-show with a sweet love story

This is such a wonderful mini-show. Even if the storyline sometimes jumps a little too much and creates a brief confusion, it makes sense after a short while. I love these stories where someone goes into a novel/manga/comic book and has to complete missions to go back.
Character wise: FL is clever and works on the missions tirelessly. ML (or 2ML in the book) is so cool and it’s obvious why FL falls in love with him instead.
Acting wise: Most of the actors are pretty good but some have a tendency to over-act a bit. That is normal for these shows with short formats. It didn’t ruin anything.
Only thing I thought was that it’s a bit too fast paced. As I am not proficient in Chinese, that is a bit of a problem because I had to slow down the speed to 0,75 and even had to pause every now and then - and I actually read English very well (my 2nd language).
Well, if you like a fast paced, funny and interesting mini-show - with a great love story to spice it up - this is definitely well worth watching.

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One of those shows you won’t remember

This is an odd mini-show. The storyline is quite simple. A modern day woman travels back in historical time after being in a coma because of a falling turtle (yes a turtle). While being in a coma she experiences the life of an empress/queen.
Acting wise this is not a high quality show. The FL is exaggerated in terms of facial expressions (pouting, laughing and so on) and sometimes her reactions to money/jewelry and when eating (which she does all the time). This might be a directing thing, I don’t know.
One thing that really annoys me is all the eating and cooking all the time. It gets boring after a short while.
The subtitles on YouTube are close to crap but at least I got most of what was going on.
So, if you like mini-shows and don’t mind the food-theme, this is an ok watch - but nothing more.

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Definitely gonna watch

This is gonna be a good one, judging from the pilot here. The time-travel aspect makes it interesting and there is also some crime-solving and of course a great BL love story. What’s not to like?
The characters seem interesting and the comedy part is not exaggerated like we see in many Thai BLs. t's ok in some shows (like those with very young actors), but I like the more serious BLs where the comedy is more subtle.
Acting wise it looks like the pairing of James and Net is a good one. Their chemistry seems good and I look forward to watching how their love story unfolds.

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Sweet and interesting in-game story

This is such a nice movie. The storyline is not exactly new but it is interesting enough to catch your attention. It’s lighthearted but also tells a love story between two young people who have a hard time expressing their feelings.
FL and ML are so sweet and lovable. FL's switching back and forth between her two female friends' personalities and her own is fun but also impressive acting wise. Both of them are really good actors.
The ending is so sweet and very fitting.
So, if you are in the mood for something sweet and interesting, this is well worth watching.

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Interesting short time-travel show that doesn't feel rushed

This is a great short show. The storyline is interesting even if the basic premise isn’t explored well enough in my opinion. In that I mean that there aren't enough missions or healing/curing of patients which there should have been since that is why FL travels into this new world/dimension. Not that it ruins the show but it does make it feel like it has some unlocked potential. At least it didn’t feel rushed and the ending was actually pretty good.
Character wise:
FL is a modern day medical student who somehow travels in time/dimension. There, her identity is a princess from an adjacent state. She is medical skilled, resourceful and has a strong personality - unlike many of the women around her. One thing that occurred to me was that FLs bedside manners could use an update, LOL.
ML is a calm and cunning prince that hides a lot of secrets including a strange illness that FL seems to have a beneficial effect on.
Acting wise this was pretty good. The actors did a great job with their characters despite the limited timeframe.
So, if you like a romantic time-travel story - with an interesting storyline - this is definitely well worth watching.

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Interesting time-travel themed short show with food for thoughts

This is an interesting short show. The storyline starts off quite simple but soon gets more complicated since more than one person goes back in time. I see this show as trying to play with “What if…” in the sense that these people get a chance to see what happens if they make other decisions now than they did back then. Quite an interesting thought that I think many of us have had at some point in life.
Character wise:
We have this sweet and kind FL who is abused by her husband and commits suicide but is somehow given the chance to go back 10 years before she chooses the wrong person to marry.
We also have this nice and caring ML who is drugged and tricked into marrying a woman he doesn’t like who also commits suicide. He also gets the chance to avoid his miserable life.
The two of them were in love back then so now they get a chance to be together. Will it be possible to live another life and be happy, or is the life they ended up in really their unchangeable destiny? That is what this story gives us a take on.
Acting wise this is pretty good and the actors portray their characters well within the limited timeframe.
So, if you like a good time-travel/dimension-travel story - with a satisfying ending - this is actually well worth watching.

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Great detective story with lots of eye candy

I admit, this is one of the productions with the most good-looking cast I’ve ever seen. Even the supporting actors/actresses were pure eye-candy (which is pretty much the premise of the story). But this is also a great detective story. Even if I guessed “the villain” and his identity almost right away, the storyline and unraveling of the case(s) was interesting. The twists and turns were nicely executed and kept me a bit confused as to exactly why and how - that’s always a sign of a good story. And even the romance between the main leads was nice to watch with a natural flow to it.
Character wise, I liked that this FL was smart but not overly smart and her martial arts was really good but she wasn’t invincible nor was she fearless. A character that wasn't one-dimensional. I found ML to suit the job, since he had to be highly intelligent, calm and fearless. He had a strong presence.
Acting wise this was great and the chemistry between the main leads was good, not sizzling but suitable for their respective characters.
So, if you like an intriguing and romantic detective-story, this is definitely well worth watching.

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Surprisingly entertaining mini-show

What a surprise that was. This turned out to be a great mini-show. The storyline was romantic, passionate, intriguing and a bit exciting. I don’t think I have seen anything quite like this.
From the comments section I expected something bland and not that interesting but this is anything but. It might not be the story of a century but it doesn’t have to be as long as I am entertained - and that I was.
Character wise:
We have this mentally strong, fearless and persistent FL who will do just about anything to get her “story”/headline. In doing so she meets this ML who is somewhat of a chameleon. He has a hidden identity causing him to shun all personal relationships. Their meeting and falling in love turns their worlds upside down.
Acting wise this is great. There aren't a lot of characters and the chemistry between the main couple is what fuels this show. Sizzling might be the best word for that, LOL.
Well, if you like a good romantic drama - with an intriguing storyline - this is definitely well worth watching.

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Nice crime solving mini-show with lots of magic

This is a nice lighthearted mini-show. The storyline is mostly crime solving and the art of magic. In that way it’s quite unique. Sadly the subs were pretty bad so a lot of the dialogue and thereby explanations were nonsensical. Sometimes the scenes made sense even without good subs but often they didn’t and I guess I might have missed a few points along the way. What a pity.
Character wise:
FL is street smart and cunning. A rare kind of FL that I actually like. She is too childish for my linking but her abilities make up for that.
ML is clever and observant. He might be a little stiff but his ability to solve crimes is great.
Acting wise this is a good show. I did find that FL was a bit over the top perky but Chinese shows love to make FL perky and childish in order to be “cute”.
So, if you like crime solving and magic, this is actually worth watching.

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Quite entertaining even if there isn't much new about it

What a surprise. After reading comments I had my hopes somewhat crushed but I decided to watch this short show anyway because I like the ML. The storyline isn’t new and nothing out of the ordinary happens yet somehow I was quite entertained.
Character wise there is this clever ML who is a CEO of a big construction company. There is also a FL that is the daughter of a deceased owner of another construction company. Although she is a capable professional she is also affected by her fathers death and the following repercussions.
The two main leads grew up in a non-biological brother/sister relation (family ties) but both of them fell in love with each other at a young age. The death of FLs daughter and misunderstandings at that time causes the two to separate for 3 years. The story begins when FL returns to the country wanting to investigate what happened 3 years earlier.
One of my favorite supporting characters was ML’s assistant and former schoolmate Li Yao. He is a good friend with lots of sensible and constructive advice - and a few more physical interventions, LOL. Who wouldn’t love to have someone like that on your side?
Acting wise this is rather good. There is no cringe acting and everyone does a good job with their character.
So, if you love a romantic drama that is mostly lighthearted, this is well worth watching.

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