In the drama "A Journey to Love," He Lan Dou portrays Yang Ying, and from the moment she embarks on a mission on behalf of her brother, the audience witnesses her growth story. Although Yang Ying is a princess, her mother was only a low-ranking court lady until her death. It is said that her mother had a lover before entering the palace and was reluctant to do so.

However, once selected, she couldn't withdraw. She was quickly forgotten after being favored by Yang Ying's biological father and was later sent to the cold palace by Yang Xingyuan's mother. Her birth mother taught her to endure, while the palace staff taught her the importance of understanding power. Ning Yuan Zhou gave her a sense of family, and Zheng Qing Yun gave her love.

During her mission, Du Zhang Shi taught Yang Ying how to observe people with her heart, how to judge whether they are good or bad, and how to keep promises. Ren Ru Yi (portrayed by Liu Shi Shi) taught Yang Ying how to defend herself using a dagger, how to defend herself up close and escape, and how to build confidence and courage.

In the face of power, siblings, sisters-in-law, and lovers can all be deceptive. Only true brothers and mentors can be relied upon. This is why Yang Ying does not hold a grudge against Ren Ru Yi after being kidnapped and why she understands Ning Yuan Zhou and takes it upon herself to kill Zheng Qing Yun.

In fact, despite the risks of coming to An Guo, Yang Ying gained many things that she could never learn in the palace throughout her life. She also formed deep friendships with Yuan Lu, Sun Lang, Yu Shi San, Qian Zhao, and others, all of whom are powerful figures in the Six Paths Hall.

In the future, when Yang Ying ascends to the throne, these talents will be invaluable. Ren Ru Yi remains the mentor of the Marquis of Changqing in An Guo, laying the foundation for the diplomatic relationship between the two countries. I even sense a certain chemistry between Yang Ying and Li Tong Guang from the stills. I would go crazy if the screenwriter pairs them up.

We should be grateful for the teachings of Du Zhang Shi, both through words and actions. Apart from the good characters, we should also appreciate the roles of Xiao Yan, Yang Xingjian, Zheng Qing Yun, and other villains. We should even thank those palace staff who bullied her since childhood. Yang Ying can learn the skills to establish her own place in the world from the good people, as well as learn how to ruthlessly deal with the bad people around her. A white flower is destined to grow into a black rose. #A Journey to Love#