You need to really understand the deep meanings and messages conveyed in this story to appreciate the true value of donghua. Don't be in a hurry to stop watching just because the early episodes are slow or the story is hard to digest. That's precisely the main strength of this donghua, because behind the seemingly ordinary plot at the beginning, there is a big surprise in the form of a plot twist that will completely change your view of this story at the end of season 1. I think the low rating or assessment of this donghua is due to many people who are too quick to give up before actually getting into the heart of the story, so they miss the important moments that build the overall plot and the moral message that wants to be conveyed. If you're patient and follow the story to the end, you'll realize how powerful the concepts, conflicts, and messages are, and how meaningful the experience of watching this donghua as a whole is.