Harem story I shouldn't have watched

The tile alone should have kept me from watching this one. Sadly, I’m too stupid, so I watched anyway. I really hate this multiple wife universe where the women are little more than breeding vessels. No wonder those “B”s become scheming and calculating in order to survive.
I know the relationship between the Emperor and FL was set to be some kind of “against all odds” love, but the scene where FL is in bed after the snakebite and him having sex with another woman, enjoying himself with a woman that isn’t even his concubine at the time, had me so disgusted with him, I almost stopped watching.
After watching anyway, I realized that the only character I actually liked in this was the Emperor’s brother, Lord Jin. At least he was smart and made conclusions based on facts.
Well, I guess this kind of story isn’t for me.

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Nice little costume mini-show

This is a nice little costume mini-show. The storyline is quite simple but there are a few twists and turns along the way, making it interesting.
Character wise:
FL is a sweet and gentle Princess that is haunted by the death of her grandfather. Her biggest wish is to find out why and who was behind it.
ML is a fierce and strong Regent that hides a secret not many could imagine.
2ML is the vain and insecure Emperor and brother of FL.
Acting wise this isn’t exactly top shelf but the actors do a good job within the limited timeframe.
So, if you like a short and simple costume drama - with a nice love story - this is worth watching.

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Hilarious soul-swapping short show

This one had me switching between slapping my knees and drying off my tears of laughter. It was that funny to start with. Later on it had its serious moments as the story deepend. It was sometimes too fast paced - except for the scene where the Prince rides past FL (ep 1 before soul-swapping), which was in slow-motion, LOL, but luckily it’s possible to slow down the pace of the video. The storyline was interesting and the way the two interact and fall in love with each other while helping the other part in (for ML) discovering the truth and (for FL) achieve a lifelong goal is heartwarming.
Character wise:
FL is a kind but headstrong young woman who’s only wish is to marry the Crown Prince.
ML is one of four outstanding assassins who falls into a conspiracy involving the royal family and the most powerful minister.
2ML is a kind and clever Crown Prince who has his own agenda.
FLs father must be the most supportive I’ve seen so far. He is so sweet and fights for what his daughter wants in life, “If there is anything unhappy in your heart, pour all the bitter water to dad” had my heart bleeding.
Acting wise this is pretty good and the way the two main leads play their roles is very, very well. Only thing is that the actress playing FL is very good in portraying a male but as a woman it was a bit lacking, perhaps due to the directing and the fact that she actually wasn’t that feminine to begin with (the role not the actress).
So, if you love a good soul-swapping romantic comedy, this is a “Must Watch”.

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Nice and funny mini-show to pass the time

This is a nice and funny mini-show. The storyline about a woman who enters a comic book isn’t exactly new but it is entertaining. It’s lighthearted and sweet but there is also a comical aspect that is on the brink of silliness, especially in the first half. ML can really shake it, LOL (you’ll know when you see it). Luckily it becomes less silly.
Character wise we have this FL who follows a certain graphic novel on her phone and thinks that the ML in that is a real scumbag. After falling asleep she enters the novel and becomes FL who might or might not be in the possession of a treasure map.
ML is a kind and warm man who is forced to seek out the treasure map - by seducing FL - to save his stronghold from starving.
Acting wise this is not top shelf but it’s not bad either. I think everybody does a decent job within the limited time frame.
So, if you like something fast and lighthearted, this is a nice watch.

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Nice mini-show with revenge-plot

This is a nice revenge mini-show. The storyline is quite simple as is normal with these mini-shows but nevertheless entertaining.
Character wise: We have this strong FL who is driven by her desire to revenge herself and a cheating financé who is selfish and suspective of nature. I liked FL because she stayed true to her revenge-plot but made sure nobody else was hurt because of it. ML was just a douchebag but I did understand his position since he was the only male heir to the Xia family and therefore needed to have children. But the way he and his mistress treated FL was despicable.
Acting wise this was not one of the best but the main characters were ok. Not bad enough to ruin the low budget show.
So, if you like stories with a revenge-plot - and have some time to waste - this might be something you would like.

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Interesting and lighthearted timetravel story

This is such a sweet and wonderful mini-show. The storyline is quite simple. A modern girl has an accident on a film set. She wakes up as a concubine in historical times. The emperor becomes her task towards getting back to the real world. She solves some more or less easy tasks but her mission is to become the empress. That mission gets complicated when other characters get in her way and she starts to fall in love with the emperor.
Acting wise this is actually high quality since the main actors are rather skilled. Nice to see that in one of these mini-shows.
So, if you like a romantic and interesting mini-show, this is well worth watching.

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Definitely worth watching

This is actually a great mini-show. The setting inside a novel is brilliant. FL is an outside (the novel) person who is a professional “story-changer” and her job is to fix the problems in the novel in order to end the story correctly. In this novel she comes to occupy the wife of a cheating husband and wife beater. The way she handles matters is funny and entertaining.
It may not be the best actors and the story does feel rushed but the things happening and the flow of the story is great.
So, if you like a bit of fantasy and a strong FL, this is definitely well worth watching.

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Short and interesting vampire story

This is a short but interesting vampire story. The storyline is simple and easy to follow. Even if it is such a short format, it doesn’t feel rushed.
Character wise:
FL is a sweet and musically skilled woman who uses hearing aids. That combination makes her an easy target for some of her classmates.
ML is a 300 years old vampire who is the heir to his clan. Meeting FL triggers an urge to protect her.
Acting wise this is very good. The actors do a great job with their characters within the limited timeframe. Their chemistry is also good.
Well, if you like a nice vampire story with a satisfying ending, this is definitely well worth the watch.

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Different love story with a rebirth-vibe

This is a story of a woman caught in a circle of hatred and revenge. The storyline is complicated as are the characters.
Character wise:
FL is a woman who is in love with ML, who doesn’t love her. She insists on marrying him anyway.
2ML is a fierce and vicious man who loves only himself.
2FL is originally FL’s maid and best friend but also falls in love with ML, so she betrays FL.
ML is a friend of FL who loves her wholeheartedly. He is a doctor. He supports her and helps her whenever she needs it.
Acting wise this is pretty good and the actors do a good job within the limited timeframe.
So, if you like a different love story with a rebirth-vibe, this might be for you.

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Sweet and enjoyable short show

This is a funny and romantic short show. The storyline might not be new and refreshing, but it is entertaining.
Character wise:
FL is the author of a novel. She is smart and resourceful. She somehow enters the novel as a side character when she wants to change the course of the story.
ML is the hero in the novel and is set to marry a scheming girl. He is a calm, collected man who is good at martial arts. The appearance of FL turns his world upside down.
The side characters are really interesting and fun to watch.
Acting wise this is pretty good given the limited timeframe and comical aspect.
So, if you want something short and sweet, this is well worth watching.

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Nice low budget mini-show

This is a nice low budget mini-show. The storyline is interesting in there being a kid involved. Other than that, it’s quite cliché.
Character wise:
FL is somehow framed into spending the night with ML, resulting in a kid. She is a kind and sweet woman. ML is a cold CEO who ends up spending the night with FL even if he doesn’t want to. Seeing he has a child, he wants to spend time with him and thereby reconnects with FL. And so the story begins.
Acting wise this might not be top notch but it isn’t anywhere near bad. The actors do a good job within the limited timeframe.
Well, if you look for something simple and sweet, this is actually worth watching.

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