When Devotion Isn’t Returned in Kind [Hollywood]

Honestly, a person can be completely different when in love and when single. It's not an act; it's probably because of the different mindsets. When in love, even with countless troubles, just thinking, "Ugh, I need to get this sorted out quickly so I can see her," gives me the motivation. When single, the troubles feel endless, and there's no hope.

In my opinion, this is a tragic love story. Watching Elle is like watching my past self. Although it's a romantic relationship, it feels like unrequited love—one person chasing another, one passionate, the other rational; one naive, the other mature. Elle is so foolish, just like me.

Four years ago, when I read this book, I always put myself in Elle's shoes. It was practically my introduction to the world of love, haha. When I reread it a couple of years ago, I was completely immersed and shed many tears. Now, although I still cry occasionally, it's simply because I'm moved by Deng's writing style.

I can't believe I've watched this so many times. I really hope there will be a side story.

This is undoubtedly a beautiful piece of writing. I read it three years ago, and I couldn't help but cry in bed at 3 a. M. It was so beautiful, in every sense of the word. Elle's experiences are similar to mine, but what's most moving is how the author brought Angelina, a character so far removed from Elle's, to life.

I finally mustered the courage to finish watching what I thought was a tragic ending. The play-within-a-play was so satisfying—sweet, sour, and nerve-wracking! Angie knew from the start that they wouldn't have an equal relationship and restrained herself. Thankfully, the ending wasn't too bad. I cried so much!

I guess I can only feel that kind of sadness through literature?

I think I read this book about five years ago. I've been going through a lot of ups and downs lately, but I feel numb. I want to cry, but I don't feel like it. When I think of the part where Elle waits for me but can't have me, I pick up the last few chapters again and my eyes get swollen from crying. If books were medicine, I would give them 100% effectiveness. Even if I read them again many years later, I will still be moved by the delicate writing and similar feelings.

I'm crying so hard! Can anyone who's crying with me tell me if Elle and Angie have appeared in any of Deng Da's other works? I want to know if they're doing well.

My first encounter with this couple was through these two fanfics by Deng Da. I read "Ex" first, and then waited a long time before finally reading this one. To understand this pairing better, I watched many video interviews. I cried a lot while reading the later parts of this one; Elle's love was so sincere.