One of the best kdramas I have ever watched. I have actually watched more than 70,80 Kdramas and I just finished binge watching all 16 episodes. There is no love story, and no excessive funny dialogues. However, the plot is very intereting to watch.. When there are heaps of characters involved it's harder to show their own growth and continue with the story line, however in hot stove league they have amazingly portrayed all the characters.. Story has been very well written, there are heaps of witty dialogues, so you will laugh like you are watching a rom com at times. Also, every now and then you will just feel eager go inside the TV and kill a few people 😂. Definitely a must watch. Highly recommend.