In Episode 6 of the series Romance of the Rose, the love story between the main character, Hoàng Diệc Mai (played by Lưu Diệc Phi), and her love interest, Trang Quốc Đống (portrayed by Bành Quán Anh), has reached a significant conclusion. After a downpour in Shanghai, the two have finally expressed their feelings for each other.
At this point, the romantic development of the characters has progressed rapidly. Hoàng Diệc Mai is portrayed as a confident and passionate woman in love. When she was working at the airport, Trang Quốc Đống recognized Hoàng Diệc Mai, leading to an enthusiastic embrace. The scenery featuring Lưu Diệc Phi was captured in great detail from an overhead angle, even featuring the sounds of the male actor Bành Quán Anh, creating a unique ambiance. This detail previously faced criticism for being too intimate, and the audience felt it should not have aired on national television.
Meanwhile, the ratings for Romance of the Rose continue to improve. Episodes 3-4 aired on Central China’s CCTV8 on June 9, achieving the highest rating of 2%, showing a remarkable increase from 1.8 to 2.3.
Romance of the Rose revolves around Hoàng Diệc Mai, who grows up in a happy family while thriving in Shanghai. Over time, Hoàng Diệc Mai becomes more intelligent and resourceful, learning to navigate the complexities of her career and personal life. Currently, she is a prominent figure in the industry, able to attract attention effortlessly. The story follows her journey to find true love and highlights her struggles with emotions and the dynamics of relationships.
Alongside Hoàng Diệc Mai, there are also other characters pursuing their own romantic interests. When she first started working, she became involved with Trang Quốc Đống (Bành Quán Anh), who is also deeply interested in her. Despite their romantic entanglements, they both prioritize their respective careers. Hoàng Diệc Mai decides to focus on her career, enhancing her skills and knowledge. Eventually, she ends up marrying Phương Hiệp Văn (Lâm Canh Tân). Phương Hiệp Văn is not as experienced as Hoàng Diệc Mai, leading her to initially question her choices but eventually realizing that she is no longer the person she used to be. As a result, she decides to divorce.
Bành Quán Anh is the first love of Lưu Diệc Phi, and despite their close relationship, this romance is destined to fade.
After these ups and downs, Hoàng Diệc Mai focuses on her career development and works as a talent scout, while she also builds a relationship with Phó Gia Minh (Hoắc Kiến Hoa), although he is still recovering from a previous relationship. Their love flourished despite the constraints of time. Furthermore, there is also a significant engagement with Hà Tây, portrayed by Lâm Nhật Thế, which has also attracted attention towards Hoàng Diệc Mai. Romance of the Rose is directed by Uông Tuấn (famous for Like a Fairy Tale, House of Tiny Joys). The show is set to air throughout the week on CCTV8 and Tencent Video.