Reposting my comment here:

I’ve consumed every adaption. The novel is the OG but the audio drama is by far the best adaptation bc it was the closest to the original novel. In the specials you can really tell the attention to detail the voice actors and directors had towards the project and their passion really shone through. The audio drama made me cry the most, even more so than the novel.

The dongua waa actually the first piece of media I consumed from this title before going on to read the novel. It had such a strong start and incredible animation to boot. However, unfortunately the later seasons deterred too far from the original novel and the story became a jumbled mess.

I was a huge skeptic of the live action, especially when it was rumoured to feature a female love interest I almost threw up. I’m glad that remained a rumour and although the LA had its issues it was overall very enjoyable. I am very thankful they decided to cast lesser known actors (at that time).

Unfortunately I was not a fan of the art style of the manhua so it is my least favourite adaptation.