Loved the beginning and the under dog story but it seemed like an attempt to remake Starry Love which I loved and which executed their storyline well.
It had very interesting elements and some good acting but it didn't come together for me. Usually love the female leads acting and her dramas though.
The first few episodes are the best but after the true phoenix is revealed it all goes downhill from there. The head gear and the powdery makeup were a problem and were distractions. The villains were good but had a lot of influence which did not always make sense. the concept of shylock----trading was good and unique