"I haven't given up, and I won't leave you,
Even if we have to part, I'll still wait for you,
With all my heart, I'll wait for your news,
There will be a day, when you believe me..."
From Li Xiaoyao's perspective, this song expressed his unwavering love for Ling'er, along with his inner longing and pain. Accompanied by its romantic melody and scenes of their sweet first meeting, it felt incredibly harmonious.
This was the second song to appear in the TV series. Since all the music, from the theme song and插曲 (chāqǔ - insert song) to the pure instrumental pieces, was produced by Ting Yu, his fans would emerge whenever one of his songs played.
"Ting Yu truly outdoes himself; this song is a perfect fit!"
"I've always felt Ting Yu's songs matched the scenes well, but I never expected him to be so brilliant at writing scores for TV dramas too."
"Didn't you guys notice how good that lighthearted instrumental music was when Li Xiaoyao first landed on Xianling Island?"
"Yeah, we did, but we don't know the name of that instrumental piece."
"I heard that after twelve o'clock, the theme song,插曲, and the original TV soundtrack will be released on music platforms."
"I'm staying up until midnight for this!"
It was only the first episode.
Yet, it had already delivered countless surprises to the audience.
First, the theme song was absolutely stunning!
Then, everyone discovered that the special effects in this drama were also amazing!
Not only that, but the actors' performances were all on point; even minor characters acted with dedication.
The fight choreography was also impeccable. Xianxia fight scenes differed from Wuxia; Xianxia focused more on elegance and fluidity, with the clash of spells. This greatly tested the actors' ability to perform smooth movements. However, based on the first episode, the fight scenes were incredibly impressive.
And the much-lauded sword flight was already spectacular to behold.
In contrast to the "spirit transforming into a horse" from the neighboring show, it appeared even more awe-inspiring!
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Subsequently, the plot became even more captivating.
Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er got married.
They got married in the very first episode.
"This might be the fastest-married male and female lead I've ever seen..."
Many viewers exclaimed.
When the first episode concluded, it left the audience with a sense of lingering anticipation, prompting them to click on the second episode.
As the storyline unfolded, the viewers became increasingly engrossed.
At the end of the second episode, the Wine Sword Immortal pursued Li Xiaoyao, wanting to teach him martial arts. However, Li Xiaoyao mistook him for a drunkard and refused.
"In less than three days, you'll regret this."
"If I regret it, I'll call you Grandpa!"
After their exchange, the Wine Sword Immortal performed a ridiculously cool, self-satisfied mid-air takeoff, stunning everyone!
"Grandpa, I want to learn martial arts from you!"
Li Xiaoyao's response also had the audience roaring with laughter.
"Even though I've read the original novel, seeing this still makes me laugh like an idiot!"
"Haha, it's too funny. Is this a comedy?"
"Three days, and you couldn't even last three seconds before regretting it..."
"Come on Xiaoyao, can't you have a little more ambition? At least wait... ten seconds."
"Can't wait, because by the time ten seconds pass, the Wine Sword Immortal will have already flown away, hahaha..."
However, to their surprise, just as they were getting engrossed, the video abruptly ended.
Many people stared at the prompt to recharge their VIP status, falling into contemplation.
"What the heck, it's over?"
"That familiar signature move from the 'Jiangnan Old Thief' is back. I didn't expect him to not only get writer's block but also to cliffhang TV plotlines!"
"Damn it, just as I was getting into it, you want me to pay for VIP?"
"Paying is impossible, absolutely impossible in this lifetime..."
"But... why can't I control my hands!"
"This is forcing the free-riders to their death!"
"Never mind, brothers, I'm paying for this!"
"For a TV series of this quality, I don't feel right being a free-rider. This is the first time in years that this old free-rider has subscribed to a TV show..."
There was no choice.
By the end of the second episode, the anticipation was too great. Many people wanted to quickly see the subsequent plot. Even those who had read the original and knew what was coming couldn't resist upgrading to VIP.
And those who already had membership were overjoyed.
They directly entered the third episode.
The third episode featured a scene that could be called the highlight of the entire series.
It was the reappearance of the Wine Sword Immortal.
When Li Xiaoyao and the others were being chased by disciples of the Moon Worshippers and were unable to fight back.
Instantly, the screen was flooded with comments!
"High energy ahead!"
"A grand display of arrogance!"
Boom! Boom! Boom!
A flash of sword light!
"Hahaha..."
Following those hearty laughs,
A flying sword plummeted from the sky!
Sticking directly into the ground!
Sword energy raged along its blade.
The ground cracked and split!
Then, the Wine Sword Immortal slowly descended from the sky.
The moment he landed on the sword, a spine-tingling sense of exhilaration washed over him!
He looked incredibly cool!!
Paired with the Wine Sword Immortal's exclusive background music...
Even the most loyal fan of the idol was unsure how to deal with the overwhelming public opinion online!