I read it early when I wasn't really into Xiyao, and then ran across it again later and got sideswiped
Yes, exactly! Looking back on my first impressions of the show is so funny to me now, because I was suspicious of Meng Yao from the start and didn't let myself get invested in Xiyao while I was watching, but instead of vindication after Guanyin Temple, I just felt terrible for Xichen. I feel like I've gotten progressively more invested in giving them some measure of happiness ever since.
*dramatic sigh* Why must our taste be so SIMILAR and GOOD. :P
Haha, truly a terrible burden to bear! 😄
But seriously, I'm so happy I found your journal, as I've read so many good fics thanks to your recs. I'm glad I've been able to return the favor a few times as well.
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Date: 2022-01-26 04:58 am (UTC)Yes, exactly! Looking back on my first impressions of the show is so funny to me now, because I was suspicious of Meng Yao from the start and didn't let myself get invested in Xiyao while I was watching, but instead of vindication after Guanyin Temple, I just felt terrible for Xichen. I feel like I've gotten progressively more invested in giving them some measure of happiness ever since.
*dramatic sigh* Why must our taste be so SIMILAR and GOOD. :P
Haha, truly a terrible burden to bear! 😄
But seriously, I'm so happy I found your journal, as I've read so many good fics thanks to your recs. I'm glad I've been able to return the favor a few times as well.