"Love's Rebellion" tells the story of Nan Yan, a young girl who is exceptionally skilled in medicine, an alchemist who studies medicine and poison to cure her mother's heart disease. One faithful day, she was picking up herbs in the woods when she encountered some members of the Evil Path sect, her mermaid pearl caught their eye. So, they wanted to kill her, Nan Yan knew she doesn't stand a chance against so many demons, she tried to make a run for it. However, although she ran fast, the Evil Path sect members were faster. They caught up with her, and coincidentally Ji Yang happens to be in the area. Ji Yang is the monarch "Shao Cang" of the Great Path Sect who is on the run after being wrongly accused of killing his fellow sect members. When Ji Yang saw that Nan Yan was in danger, he helped her fight off the demons by lending her a hand. The demons flee, but Ji Yang caught up with them and slayed them. Shortly after that, he fainted due to the injuries he sustained while he was imprisoned. Nan Yan saw the unconscious Ji Yang and brought him back to Lunar Sect of Lunar Mountain.

After Ji Yang regained his consciousness, he found himself in an unfamiliar place, and saw Nan Yan who claims to have saved him. In the woods, Nan Yan thought she was able to overpower the members of the Evil Path because her cultivation improved, but little does she know that it's Ji Yang who helped her. However, it's indeed a fact that she did bring him back when he was unconscious. So, this two saved each other if you're to ask me. Nan Yan wants to refine the Five-Poison heart pill to save her mother who has a heart disease, and coincidentally, Ji Yang also has the same illness. The question is, are this two each other's destiny, or just normal passer-by? Well, it's the later. Their relationship started with some misunderstandings, or should I call it bickerings instead? In a short while, their relationship blossomed, leading to these two falling for each other. After a series of coincidence, she formed a bond called "the seal of romance" with Ji Yang. Not long after, Mu Zhang Ting came along, then Yin Ya. These four individuals eventually became friends.

Actually, before this drama began airing, the two leads "Zhang Ling He and Jing Tian" and the trailer were enough for me to have high expectations. When this actually aired, it met my expectations and even exceeded it, but there's a flaw that almost made me drop this drama in its first three episodes. However, its merits were enough for me to outlook the flaw.


FLAW; I started the first episode thinking that it will be very interesting that I'd want to rewatch it, but sadly, I was disappointed. The first three episodes were both boring and slow, that's a fact. "Is this it? Really? Here I thought this would be worthwhile, was I wrong?" Those were the questions that kept going through my head. On the other hand, I also said this to myself, "let's see what the next episode has to offer. After all, this is not the first drama which its first episode is slow." That's how I watch the next episodes, up until I reached episode 4. To be honest, I almost dropped this during the first three episodes, but I decided to persevere and watch more because the two leads "Zhang Ling He and Jing Tian" are one of my favourites. I'm glad I persevered, my perseverance paid off. It just confirmed this saying, "Perseverance pays off". From episode 4 onwards, it kept getting better and better, till I had no complaints whatsoever about this again.

MERITS;
Romance
What made me love this drama more is the romance. Zhang Ling He and Jing Tian really had the chemistry I never knew they could have. Their chemistry is off the charts, one of the best I've seen. Ji Yang and Nan Yan's love for each other is both true and unique. It's usually the ML always protecting the FL, but here? It's different. They take turns in protecting each other. Even when Ji Yang became a demon and couldn't remember a thing, not even his name, when he saw Nan Yan from afar, he felt this connection with her. Since he doesn't remember his name, he named himself "Yin". To be honest, since Nan Yan is now a demon slayer, this two couple made this show much much more interesting. I really love the trust this two has in each other. You know when you've forgotten your beloved, but your heart remembers, this is what the drama shown. I just love the chemistry our main coulple has. Also, they look cute together. I never knew this pair could work, but it actually did. And very perfectly at that!

Acting/Casting; The casts delivered outstanding performance, especially Ji Yang, Nan Yan, and the other two leads.
Well, I'm not familiar with the other two leads, so I'll only focus on the ML and FL whom I'm more familiar with. Zhang Ling He and Jing Tian, these two actors always impresses me everytime I watch their dramas. Their spot on facial expressions, the way they portrayed their emotions leaves me speechless. Darren Chen and Chang Long's acting also exceeded expectations. To be put bluntly, "Loves Rebellion" has one of the best acting you can find when watching a drama. Although I hoped some supporting characters stayed much longer in the drama, characters such as Nan Yan's mother "Nan Ruo" and Chief of the Lunar sect "Meng Zhi Guang" these two made the show much more fun. I love when they play Mahjong, it's a pity that their characters were short lived.

Beautiful OST; I've watched many interesting drama in which their OST were just average. However, Love's Rebellion is not just interesting, but its OSTs are also beautiful. We get beautiful OST from different artists; I'm Willing by Wang Tiange, Hand in Hand by Allen Fang, Like Our First Meeting by Maria, Clear by Li Hao, and Two Selves by Yang Kun. I'm not sure if that's all, but those are the OST I can remember. Each OST has its meaning that suits this drama. Among the listed OST, my favourite is "I'm willing by Wang Tiange and Hand in Hand by Allen Fang". As the saying goes "love is not about worth, but willingness", the OST "I'm willing" suits that saying very perfectly.

Strong Character Development; One of the reasons that made me love "Love's Rebellion" is the character development. I love how the four leads character gradually developed from what they used to be. Here are the character development of the four leads below;
Nan Yan; Although she's highly skilled in medicine, but she's of low cultivation. She only cared about curing her mother and Ji Yang's heart disease. But after undergoing a series of heartbreaking events, where she lost her loved ones, she came to realize that "only the capable can protect and hold on to the ones they love and cherish". Hence she embarked on the journey to become strong. "When there's a will, there's a way," After much cultivation, she improved gradually, and became a high cultivator and demon slayer in a short amount of time. I love how her character developed into a strong and badass one.

Ji Yang; He has always been a high cultivator whom very few people could rival in the cultivation realm. He was eloquent and articulate at 6, won the champion of magic at 8, he reached Yuanying realm at 13, and took the throne at 18. That's who Ji Yang/Shao Cang is. However, unfortunately, he died in the fifth valley. Although he died in the fifth valley, he was later resurrected, but without his memories and as a demon. Though he didn't have his memories, but his kindness, ability to discern right from wrong didn't fade away, also, he's much more powerful than he ever was. He now has in his possession the power of a god. His is a combination of goodness of Ji Yang and the ruthlessness of "Yin", balancing each other. I loved how his character developed into a much more powerful character.

Yin Ya, a fox, who thinks of cultivators as despicable because of how his clan was wrongfully imprisoned in the spirit binding formation. He also loves to play tricks, he even betrayed his friends (Ji Yang, Nan Yan, and Mu Zhang Ting) quite a number of times. But after they went through life and death together, the fox who only cared about saving his clansmen came to know the true meaning of friendship, also, he came to realize that not only family is important, friends are too. The way his character developed into a loyal and caring friend is what I loved most about him.

Mu Zhang Ting, the young dragon lord of Dragon Capital, who loves writing poems more than he does cultivation, he's also a very loyal person. He thinks of himself as a literary talent, so he didn't think much of becoming stronger. When he thought one of his friends had died, he wanted revenge, but sadly, he lacked the capability. He practiced for three years and became much stronger. Although, he became stronger, he didn't give up on being a poet. I love that about him.

Comedy; "Love's Rebellion" also has scenes that'll make you laugh, the characters itself are a fun to watch. Ji Yang and Nan Yan unique character will put a smile on your face. The fox "Yin Ya" also is very funny. The funny poems of Mu Zhang Ting is the funniest. Mu Zhang Ting's character added a lot more fun to the show with his poems that'll will make you laugh non-stop. Poems such as, "across the sky, a sudden lightening. It must be the Jade Emperor yawning." All characters performed exceptionally well in their respective roles. Especially the ML and FL.

Emotional Aspects; "Love's Rebellion" is also an emotional drama that'll move you to tears. Ji Yang and Nan Yan first separation is an example of the emotional part. Their separation was accompanied with an emotional but beautiful OST, making the scene all the more sad. Also, our four friends were also separated for three years. This drama has much more that I can't describe in a word or two. Watch "Love's Rebellion" and you'll find out about what I speak of.

As for the ending, I'll only say this, it's a very satisfying happy ending , the ending I hoped for. Whether it's drinking, working, exercising, or eating, "moderation is best." So, I'll stop here, and leave you to watch and find out more about the drama and its ending.
As you can see, this drama has but a flaw, a flaw that's almost insignificant. All the rest are strengths. I'm giving this drama a full 10 not only because I think the ratings doesn't do this drama justice. I'm giving it a full 10 for four reasons. The first reason is because of the chemistry the main couple has and how cute they look together. Secondly, the friendship of the four main characters. Thirdly, I love the the engaging story and top tier acting of every casts. And lastly, I'm giving it a perfect score because the ending wasn't disappointing.

In conclusion, "Love's Rebellion" is a captivating drama that'll cheer you up and make you sad. The Xianxia that leaves a strong impression on me this year after The Legend of Shen Li. This drama will make you ride the waves of emotions. Every episode is like opening a Pandora box that has surprising things inside. It's a drama that won't make you feel bored. A drama that'll keep you entertained through and through. So, this is a drama I'd recommend for anyone, it's a must watch, a "masterpiece" to be precise. Join the fun ride and watch this Xianxia that's packed with romance, friendship and mystery. It'll be worth your time. Want to watch a drama that has excellent acting, engaging story, captivating plot, beautiful OST, and electrifying chemistry between the main couple? Love's Rebellion fit what you are looking for!

NOTE; If you want to watch this drama, don't let the low ratings discourage you from watching. Ratings don't speak for a drama most times, the content does. I know it cuz I've watch quite a number of dramas that has low ratings here on MDL, and they turned out to be very engaging and captivating. Place your judgements only after trying this one out, it all depends on preferences. If it's your type of drama, then you'll love it, if it's not, you can do the opposite.