I've been watching dramas for 15 years and this is the first review I've ever written. Basically, this story is everything I wanted the disastrous "Untouchable Lovers" to be with the whole "confused identity switching/spy on a mission" plot line. However, as much as I enjoyed the strong FL and the loyal ML, I found myself rooting for the side characters. Fu Chou and Rong Qi were the most interesting characters with complex backstories and development. I didn't feel like Wu You was the male lead and thought his character growth remained very superficial and one dimensional (same for the FL). I found his unwavering love for Man Yao/Rong Le refreshing, but I just felt like something was missing. There were some abrupt changes of heart with some characters which I assume was done to help fill any plot holes, but the pacing was off. I think that's why I'm not completely satisfied with the way the drama ended even though it's a significantly happier ending than most Chinese period dramas. Although the plot seemed to drag with some smaller stories and drama with certain side characters feeling drawn out, I would encourage you to keep watching til the end.