I am a Gao Fushuai Villain

If you're into a formidable villain, this is the one for you, though it does feature a lot of face-slapping, which is common in Chinese novels. Give it a try; you might enjoy it—the plot is solid and the character development is strong. However, I can only give it 4 stars due to the elements mentioned.

First off, to those who were disgusted by how the main character (MC) treated one girl, I'm not sure if they have actually been following the novel closely.

He never really goes against her in any significant way beyond ignoring her. Her distress is largely due to her own pride in letting go of what she perceives as a good opportunity. Some might argue that this behavior is incel-like, but is it really? Ignoring someone who is known for being cold to others, while the MC is focused on more pressing matters, seems quite reasonable.

The MC isn't a saint, and part of his character development involves recognizing that this world and its inhabitants are more than just a 'game.' He comes to realize that he has genuine feelings for the people around him, rather than treating them as mere 'characters.'

However, yes, the MC does exhibit playboy behaviors, and that's an integral part of the story. If you don't enjoy that aspect, then this novel might not be for you. Many readers are here for the harem, and I have to say that the plot fits this type of novel very well.

The main cast is well-developed, with each character having their own background and unique, fantastical personalities. The MC is overpowered, and his plans have consistently worked out so far.

Personally, my favorite novels feature dynamic relationships that evolve as the plot progresses. In that sense, this novel is quite good in my opinion.

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This novel was surprisingly good, considering I thought the 'win the girl' concept had been overused. Somehow, the author managed to write a refreshing story while still using many clichés and common tropes found in other Chinese novels. Additionally, disliking the novel due to the morality of the main character seems odd, given that you know what you're getting into before you even start reading.

The novel is good and enjoyable, even if it's not perfect. It feels more like a form of self-satisfaction, though we know the main character is just following the plot. I'm more concerned about the slow updates of the translation—I’m poor and can’t afford premium chapters, so this is just my opinion. , I think the translation is good; it easily points out and describes the characters and scenes, which makes the novel very engaging.

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Pretty good novel. The plot is quite engaging, and the main character (MC) is very strategic in his planning. Things generally work out for him thanks to a mix of his meticulous preparation and a bit of plot armor. I disagree with those who find the relationship with Wanxi unrealistic. Given that she has been abused throughout her life and rarely shown kindness, it makes sense that she would cling to the MC when he treats her well, even if it’s an unhealthy dynamic. As for the MC, he openly admits to being a scumbag, so he’s not trying to be a good guy. His actions that readers often criticize make more sense when viewed from this perspective, as he was never intended to be a nice person.

For example, framing the original novel’s MC.

I appreciate how the heroines have distinct personalities. However, I did take off one star because I feel bad for Yan Ruyue, and Qiao Siying can be quite annoying. The stock market subplot also felt unnecessary, but it’s not a major issue. , it’s a pretty solid novel with excellent translation.

There are many "transmigrated into a villain" novels out there. They can still be interesting to read if the author has a good idea and the skill to execute it well. Unfortunately, this is not one of them. First, I want to clarify that the translators are not to blame for the low score here. It would be unfair to hold them responsible; the translations were fine. So, why do I think this novel is bad after reading up to Chapter 76?

**Premise:** The villain tries to reverse his destiny against the protagonist, who has a "halo of the main character."

**Execution:** The villain, despite having the "halo of the main character," essentially becomes a protagonist on super easy mode.

Wasn't the point of the story supposed to be about struggle, fighting fate, and intricate schemes with significant consequences? Instead, it quickly devolved into simple wish fulfillment and self-insertion with poor execution and a boring plot. What's the point of a villain story if the main character plays on easy mode with cheat codes? Instead of using these cheats to balance the odds, our villain is like Mike Tyson fighting kindergartners 2v1 (with the referee on his side). Is it interesting? No, not really.

**Romance:** Since it's a Chinese urban novel, there's romance, and, of course, a harem. Why do authors force harems into their novels? I don't know. But on average, novels with harems tend to be worse than those without. Perhaps it's part of the wish fulfillment/self-insertion. If it sells, that might matter, but for me, it degrades the romance aspect significantly. Worse still, it seems the author's only contact with women in real life was his mother. Do people act as depicted? Hardly. The female characters are two-dimensional and all portrayed almost identically. If you asked a middle schooler in China what they find attractive in women, they would likely give the same lines used to describe attractive females in this novel. Maybe the author is too naive, but I expect realistic relationships, not puberty-driven fantasies.

**Wealthy Image:** Spoiler alert—he wears a "limited edition Philippe Patek" watch, which is cool. But does he wear the same watch all the time, regardless of his attire? And how do people on the street notice it right away, as if it's the latest iPhone everyone is familiar with? By Chapter 76, he also seems to wear a suit for less formal outings, even on dates. Come on. He drives a Rolls-Royce Phantom but doesn't seem to have a driver. When shopping with one of the girls, he buys her a dress worth 100k (I assume RMB), but it’s ready-made?

These minor details are super inconsequential. If he wants to flaunt his wealth, at least make it realistic. Such minor details are important too.

**:** Not recommended. Go and read a better novel with a villain theme, or give this one a try if you don't mind an inferior execution of a popular genre.

Thoroughly enjoyed it.

I think of it more as a satire of typical 'urban' genre tropes, while still adhering to some of these tropes and being fairly self-aware about it. Also, his actions, while sometimes reprehensible, make sense within the context that he believes it to be a novel world or a simulation. The world itself seems to favor the 'original' protagonist and would alter fate to ensure this happens.

Many of the one-star reviews seem unjustified, but that’s just how reviews go.

Edit: There are several aspects I didn’t mention in my original review because they are more about the absence of common flaws rather than specific good points, but I should include them anyway.

The main character (MC) adapts incredibly quickly. He gets transmigrated, takes a couple of seconds to adjust, and then it’s done. His persona changes almost instantaneously during a conversation with another character. While this is perhaps too perfect, it’s still better than taking months to adjust, being terrified of everything, hiding in a corner, and avoiding everyone because you fear they might kill you just for looking at you, or running away because of the 'bad things' the 'original' character did to them.

At least he owns up to his past. Sure, he was a villain, but now that he’s changed, he can make amends, fix the situation, and try to improve. He gains stats and skills as if he’s playing a dating sim rather than trying to outdo the 'original MC,' but this approach works well. Raising charisma, strength, or reflexes—though unlike dating sims, there isn’t a specific requirement for each girl, and he’s free to make his own choices.

One slight dissatisfaction I have is another flaw it shares with dating sims: representing relationships using a numerical score. However, the novel acknowledges this as a flawed way to view relationships and suggests taking the number more as an assumption. In context, it makes sense because how else could the system represent progress other than through numbers?

Another reviewer pointed out his relationship with Yan Yurue, and while there is a point to it, the criticism is heavily exaggerated. The translator’s review provides a detailed explanation of another perspective, so I won’t repeat it here.

All in all, it’s still a very good novel. It has its flaws and minor nitpicks, but for what it’s trying to achieve, it does it really well.