This is my 2nd review of 2022, best xianxia right here! Just like that, LBFAD kicked ALP to the curb. I started watching this after watching LLTG… I moved on so quickly from 081 to DFQC, I can’t help but compare the 2 shows. In particular, how our leads expressed their love. DFQC was true to his word from start till end, always prioritising XLH - this was my favourite bit.

The one thing I liked most about this xianxia in particular, is how DFQC warmed up so quickly to XLH. Apparently this is narrated quite differently from the novel, I like it better this way cos we get to see them spend lots of quality time together. They take “unwavering love” to the next level by truly keeping to their promises. It’s also one of the rare xianxias that keep angst to the minimum (but tears still guaranteed, this had me in tears right till the very end).

I also enjoyed the mortal arc but only because they went there as themselves and not for a tribulation. Each and every phase they experienced together from shuiyuntian to the mortal realm and beyond was so precious. 36 eps means that it’s fast paced from the get go, never draggy. But I feel like we could’ve gotten at least 4 more episodes. Our leads are so endearing and they support each other through thick and thin, they deserve more than just a lifetime of happiness!

The main theme of the show is about sacrifice and love that prevails. With a great soundtrack to boot! It’ll be a shame to miss out on this gem. Rewatch value 10000/10 in fact I feel like rewatching it now.