The story is something that is somewhat predictable in certain parts and completely mind blowing in others. I absolutely loved the way that it fit into actual history and how everything seemed to blend together so well. You really grow up with the characters as in the 46 episodes, the story spans I believe at least 4-5 years. Casting wise, I absolutely loved everyone. You know that you have great writing and actors when you sincerely hate someone, because that is so much harder to do than to love a character. No one was annoying, as in many other dramas I've seen, and they all seemed to work very hard to fit the personalities of their character. Music is beautiful. I absolutely love the different songs in the OST. I've actually already rewatched it in the past year and a half, so that has to count for something. Definitely a must see. Ariel Lin and William Feng are really amazing together and its great to see where the characters end up.