In her last life, Yu Lingxi fell from a myriad of stars that surrounded the moon into the dust, and was forced to sacrifice herself to the regent, Ning Yin. The regent was born handsome and beautiful, but unfortunately he has a crippled leg. He was a twisted and cruel madman who killed his brothers and father. What Yu Lingxi was most afraid of was that while wiping the fresh blood on his hands, he smiled and said to her: “Lingxi, come here.”
After only two years of marriage, Yu Lingxi passed away suddenly. After her death, Ning Yin did not set up a mourning hall, did not make funeral arrangements and buried her, and became even more insane, slaughtering the city with blood.
Then she was reborn at fifteen years old, when she was still a high-ranking noble daughter of the general’s mansion, and Ning Yin was not yet the regent who covered the sky with one hand. Unable to swallow this anger, Yu Lingxi took the guards to find Ning Yin, who was living on the street, and intended to beat him anonymously to avenge the resentment in her previous life.
Unexpectedly, when she rushed to the scene in anger, she saw the thin boy curled up and was being pressed to the ground, and his left leg was about to be broken. The muddy water was covered with blood and trickled down, soaking his dark and resentful eyes red…
Only then did she realize what a pitiful past Ning Yin had. Yu Lingxi made a mistake due to a strange combination of circumstances, and instead of going to beat someone, she went to save him. She had no choice but to take in the little poor boy and try her best to teach him to be an upright young man with a healthy body and mind. To her surprise, as she taught and taught, the little poor boy looked at her with more gloomy and strange eyes.
But if you go into another universe, where god interact with the world and won't care about killing and stuff, the world would be totally different from ours. Especially if there is superpowers and magic involved.
Do you think earth would be a paradise if tomorrow, everyone wakes up with powers big enough to destroy cities?
I will tell you what happens, in a month there would be no planet earth anymore
The main character, ML, is a typical intense yandere, leaning towards a 7 or 8 on the intensity scale. His actions and determination when it comes to FL are captivating, especially during specific events in their lives.
The plot involves a fair amount of political intrigue, which aligns with ML's revenge plan. While predictable at times, the story surprises when FL's past-life knowledge comes into play.
FL's lack of power despite her background is a minor issue, but her efforts to navigate her situation are commendable. The author could have delved deeper into FL's character by exploring other aspects, like her emotional connections to memories.
In terms of re-read value, the book is enjoyable with an engaging plot, unexpected twists, and great side stories. Some standout ones include FL and ML's son, her family dynamics, FL's friendships, and the crossover between their first and second lives, which provided a thrilling ride.
Overall, the book is a decent read, but not necessarily one you'd want to revisit. It offers a satisfying conclusion and entertaining secondary narratives that make it worth checking out.
If you share my enthusiasm for stories featuring sinister yet devoted男主角 and humorous, adorable female leads, then I highly recommend giving this a read!
The storytelling may be slow, but I lose myself in the narrative, and the clichés don't bother me. There's a mix of satisfaction and longing, which adds depth to the experience. The scene where she sews his boots shows her sincerity, a habit from her past life, which she unknowingly uses to please the male lead even in this timeline. Habits can be hard to break, as we see.
For those curious about the resolution of the past life arc:
**Spoilers ahead:**
In the penultimate chapter before the end, the truth about the past life is fully revealed. The main characters, despite the tragedy, do find happiness in their own separate storylines.
Here's a brief glimpse into their past life:
The male lead genuinely loved her, and the thought of burying her didn't cross his mind because he couldn't bear the thought of never seeing her again. Deep down, he accepts her death, but his love is complicated. The villain is...
**Spoilers continue:**
A childhood friend turned older brother (I've forgotten his name) who has issues with his status and seeks validation through grand gestures, often making him seem arrogant.
Now, the first timeline's male lead eventually finds himself in the current timeline, while the first timeline's female lead is still alive. In the second timeline, she learns of their past, but chooses not to seek revenge. Everyone ends up happy, including me, making it a satisfying conclusion.
If you enjoy Yandere stories with shorter chapters, I would give this a solid 4.8 out of 5 stars.