After watching this drama, I’m left with mixed emotions. Let’s start with the positives, though. One thing I genuinely liked was the character development of Lee Mi-jin. Her journey from frustration and hopelessness after failing the civil service exam to navigating a bizarre transformation kept me hooked. The whole concept of her becoming an older woman due to a magical cat was fresh and gave the show a fun, whimsical feel. The blend of fantasy and thriller elements also worked well, especially when it intersected with Gye Ji-ung’s missing women investigation. Watching the two worlds collide was intriguing.

Another thing that stood out was the comedic relief provided by Lim Sun. She was hilarious, especially when Ji-ung and Ju Byeong-deok tried everything to make her quit, but she always turned things in her favour. Moments like those brought levity to the drama, which I appreciated.

However, I had quite a few dislikes, starting with the overly long and unnecessary scenes. For instance, Mi-jin could have saved herself so much trouble by revealing her secret to her parents and Ji-ung earlier. I mean, why keep sneaking out and hiding when a simple explanation could have resolved everything? That part felt dragged out just to add artificial tension.

Another aspect that bothered me was how the storyline around the killer was handled. Once the killer was identified, the drama lost its intensity. The conversations between Mi-jin and the killer were overly drawn-out, and it grated on my nerves how much time was wasted on pointless back-and-forths. It felt like filler, especially when you’re waiting for the action to move forward.

Also, I was annoyed by some character decisions. Like when Mi-jin runs off to confront the killer without calling the police—why?

Finally, the chemistry between Mi-jin and Ji-ung wasn’t as strong as I hoped. The moments they shared didn’t feel natural, and their relationship lacked depth. It’s disappointing because I had high expectations for them. On the other hand, Ko Won’s affection for Mi-jin felt more genuine, but he sort of disappeared in some episodes towards the end.

In summary, while the drama had its charming moments and an intriguing concept, some parts felt unnecessarily stretched, and the tension fizzled out towards the end. Nonetheless, it’s still a drama that kept me invested despite its flaws.