While the donghua is appreciated for its visuals, some novel fans on Reddit have pointed out that the adaptation sometimes adds clichés not found in the more poetic and flowery prose of the original author, Mao Ni.
Season 4 continues the central theme of the series: Chen Changsheng’s defiance of destiny. Burdened by a terminal illness and a fate that suggests he won't live past twenty, he uses his knowledge of the Dao to "change his destiny" against the backdrop of the Orthodoxy and shifting political powers. Ze Tian Ji 4th Season
Story-wise, the fourth season breaks the "stagnation" felt by many fans during the middle arcs. While the donghua is appreciated for its visuals,
The plot stops lingering on minor details and begins moving toward major character milestones. Story-wise, the fourth season breaks the "stagnation" felt
It finally delivers long-awaited development in the romantic line between Chen Changsheng and Xu Yourong, providing a level of emotional payoff that was teased in earlier years.
