Bittersweet Obsession (Alias: Pear Perfect): A Bittersweet Love Story You Can’t Miss!

March 31, 2025
Bittersweet Obsession (Alias: Pear Perfect): A Bittersweet Love Story You Can’t Miss!

OMG you guys! I just finished binge-watching Bittersweet Obsession starring Ma Qiuyuan and He Congrui, and NOW I’M OBSESSED.

This drama is like crack – messy yet addictive, with all the tropes you love but fresh enough to keep you hooked!

While the script isn’t perfect (more on that later), the chemistry between the leads?

Chef’s kiss 👌

The Story

Classic “save my brother” meets “fake relationship” drama.

Our heroine Shen Qingli sells her first night to CEO Gu Heng (yes, it’s as dramatic as it sounds) to fund her comatose brother’s treatment.

But this cold CEO?

Secretly a cinnamon roll with a tragic past who gets obsessed after one night.

Cue the push-and-pull: he wants to keep her, she wants to run, his fiancée shows up like a nuclear bomb, and the second male lead?

Total psycho with a “love me or else” vibe.

There’s kidnapping, forced marriage schemes, car crashes, AND a secret lab subplot.

The last 20 episodes are a whirlwind – in the best way.

Why You’ll Love It:

  • The Chemistry: Ma Qiuyuan’s trembling doe eyes + He Congrui’s smoldering CEO glares = OTP material. Their kisses are actually real (no CGI here!), from office desk makeouts to rain-soaked confessions.
  • Hidden Gems: Gu Heng taking Qingli for a health checkup to reassure her? The way he pouts when she glares? These small moments make the romance feel earned.
  • Aesthetics: Think dreamy hospital scenes (yes, really), pastel prairie dresses, and Gu Heng’s collection of tailored suits. Even the villain’s outfits are goals.

But Wait…

First 40% drags – why does Gu Heng love her? IDK, maybe her side-eye triggered his trauma?

The villain reveal is rushed, and don’t expect complex detective work (compare to the Peng Xi version for that).

But honestly?

The raw emotion carries it. When Qingli screams “I LOVED YOU FOR EIGHT YEARS!” in ep 84?

I sobbed.

Final Verdict:

If you’re here for:

✅ Steamy kisses that’ll make you blush

✅ A CEO who’s secretly a teddy bear

✅ “Why are you like this?!” second-lead chaos

…this is your drama. It’s not Shakespeare, but sometimes you just need a good cry-and-swoon session. Grab tissues and thank me later! 💔🎬