It seems that Qin Yi is the good guy and the demon king is truly the bad guy. Qin Yi died but only had the thought of killing the demon king which contradicts the demons statement of Qin Yi wanting to have his power. Together with the demon king being prideful, he may just be delusional and crazy.The quote "Haha! You don’t need to waste your energy defending yourself!” The Seventh Luminary Demon King laughed wildly. “To become this emperor’s body, this is a great honor for you! Disappear now, for your insignificant soul does not deserve to persist on this Earth!" Also proves what I said.~Chapter 2
Is no-one going to comment on the fact it's supposed to be a time when even brick cellphones are rare but they keep making it sound like space travel is commonplace.
Can someone help me, I don't remember if I have read this or not, there was scene maybe in this novel? where the MC sits on a mountain top and gets a buddha palm skill or something through his pickup system. I am desperately trying to find a good novel, if you can confirm that this scene is in this novel then it will be a great help
Author is too good at writing Charakters and every girl is of superb quality. But I stay strong under the banner of Leng Wuyan being best girl. Fight me, if you dare!
When it comes to the yaoi genre, I typically don't expect much in terms of storytelling. Sure, you can find fresh twists or intriguing details amidst classic stereotypes, but more often than not, all the elements seem to revolve around just one thing: sex.
Well, this story is different. This manga isn't your typical yaoi. It surpassed all my expectations and genuinely surprised me—in a very good way.
The premise is something I've seen countless times before: a senior meets their junior from the past, the junior has been in love with the senior for a long time without confessing, and the junior exploits the senior's weakness, demanding "I want your body in exchange..." But things aren't as straightforward as they seem. This is a profound story where the characters' emotions are conveyed exceptionally well to the reader. You're allowed to witness their struggles, hesitations, and the complexities of such a challenging situation—a homosexual falling deeply in love with a straight man who feels nothing in return, neither love nor sexual attraction. Here, neither love nor sex is taken for granted; everything unfolds after a thorough development of the characters' feelings and thought processes. Even the intimate scenes serve as reminders that love between the same gender isn't simple.
The dialogues are brilliant. After reading other works by the mangaka, I'd say this one has a touch of her psychological flair. Mizushiro Setona did an outstanding job with this story. I consider this the best yaoi I've encountered so far, and perhaps that's because of the seasoned mangaka's skill. The characters feel real—you see their strengths, weaknesses, growth, mistakes, and how they move forward. Their emotions resonate deeply, and you can truly empathize with them. Additionally, both characters act like actual men—you won't encounter the seme/uke stereotype here that makes you think you're looking at a woman instead of a man.
The art is decent, though not groundbreaking. Mizushiro Setona has her unique style, which has improved over time. While it might seem a bit odd initially, it grows on you and evokes a calming sensation later. She excels at portraying emotions—not only through words but also through the characters' expressions. My only critique about the art is that some characters resemble each other, but everything else compensates for it.
So... If you enjoy well-crafted stories that make you think while keeping you thoroughly engaged, stories that explore genuine love and its progression at a steady pace while reminding you of the true feelings of being in love and the challenges of unrequited affection, and if you're into yaoi—this is the perfect choice for you.
---Queen2408 for The Anti Girly Uke Yaoi Club. You're invited to join and participate in the discussions.
Don't be misled by the summary: The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese doesn't follow your typical coercion -> love storyline. What sets this manga apart from others in the genre is its addition of realism to the usual BL tropes. Coercion isn't romantic. Lust remains lust. Straight men don't magically become gay after one homosexual encounter. The characters in the series are flawed, complex, and deeply human.
(Admittedly, Imagase is somewhat of a weak point - I couldn't really warm up to him, even though he does rise above the standard stalker character archetype. Somewhat.)
From the synopsis alone, The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese appears like a standard cliche-filled BL manga, with a thin plot that serves merely as an excuse to get the two leads into bed together. Yet this manga transcends its seemingly ordinary premise to deliver a mature, unflinching examination of a far-from-perfect relationship.
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Story [7/10]
There isn't much plot in this series, but that's likely because the manga isn't focused on plot per se. Its emphasis lies on people, emotions, and the challenges and destructiveness inherent in relationships.
Art [8/10]
The art is competent, if not extraordinary - the mangaka does exhibit a sensitive use of space and visual pacing, which more than compensates for that.
Character [9/10]
See above. The manga makes no excuses for its characters and doesn't try to idealize their actions. There are some weak points - not all of Kyouichi's reactions are convincing - but there's a significant amount of realism and character development, a stark contrast to much of BL.
Enjoyment [7/10]
It's difficult to truly 'enjoy' this series due to its emotional intensity. While none of the characters is outright "bad," they certainly have their negative traits, and observing their stories unfold is somehow more painful precisely because of their imperfections and humanity. If you appreciate drama and angst, you might enjoy this more than I did. Perhaps 'enjoyment' is the wrong criterion to evaluate this series: if assessed for emotional impact, it would undoubtedly score high.
There aren't many yaoi plots that stand out from what's already been done. Typically, the story revolves around a married man who cheats on his wife, leading her to hire a private detective to catch him in the act. The twist? The detective is an old flame from college who once harbored feelings for him. It's the classic tale of a gay man falling for a "straight" man, with the obligatory female "villain" appearing to snatch the indecisive "straight man" away from his gay lover.
There are times when I wish we could delve deeper into certain characters, like the ex-boyfriend who mysteriously shows up for dinner or even the ex-girlfriend of the supposedly straight character. Instead of being mere catalysts for the main pairing, their stories could add more depth.
Yet, despite these shortcomings, I still found enjoyment in the story and appreciated the subtle complexity of the characters.
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Well, this story is different. This manga isn't your typical yaoi. It surpassed all my expectations and genuinely surprised me—in a very good way.
The premise is something I've seen countless times before: a senior meets their junior from the past, the junior has been in love with the senior for a long time without confessing, and the junior exploits the senior's weakness, demanding "I want your body in exchange..." But things aren't as straightforward as they seem. This is a profound story where the characters' emotions are conveyed exceptionally well to the reader. You're allowed to witness their struggles, hesitations, and the complexities of such a challenging situation—a homosexual falling deeply in love with a straight man who feels nothing in return, neither love nor sexual attraction. Here, neither love nor sex is taken for granted; everything unfolds after a thorough development of the characters' feelings and thought processes. Even the intimate scenes serve as reminders that love between the same gender isn't simple.
The dialogues are brilliant. After reading other works by the mangaka, I'd say this one has a touch of her psychological flair. Mizushiro Setona did an outstanding job with this story. I consider this the best yaoi I've encountered so far, and perhaps that's because of the seasoned mangaka's skill. The characters feel real—you see their strengths, weaknesses, growth, mistakes, and how they move forward. Their emotions resonate deeply, and you can truly empathize with them. Additionally, both characters act like actual men—you won't encounter the seme/uke stereotype here that makes you think you're looking at a woman instead of a man.
The art is decent, though not groundbreaking. Mizushiro Setona has her unique style, which has improved over time. While it might seem a bit odd initially, it grows on you and evokes a calming sensation later. She excels at portraying emotions—not only through words but also through the characters' expressions. My only critique about the art is that some characters resemble each other, but everything else compensates for it.
So... If you enjoy well-crafted stories that make you think while keeping you thoroughly engaged, stories that explore genuine love and its progression at a steady pace while reminding you of the true feelings of being in love and the challenges of unrequited affection, and if you're into yaoi—this is the perfect choice for you.
---Queen2408 for The Anti Girly Uke Yaoi Club. You're invited to join and participate in the discussions.
(Admittedly, Imagase is somewhat of a weak point - I couldn't really warm up to him, even though he does rise above the standard stalker character archetype. Somewhat.)
From the synopsis alone, The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese appears like a standard cliche-filled BL manga, with a thin plot that serves merely as an excuse to get the two leads into bed together. Yet this manga transcends its seemingly ordinary premise to deliver a mature, unflinching examination of a far-from-perfect relationship.
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Story [7/10]
There isn't much plot in this series, but that's likely because the manga isn't focused on plot per se. Its emphasis lies on people, emotions, and the challenges and destructiveness inherent in relationships.
Art [8/10]
The art is competent, if not extraordinary - the mangaka does exhibit a sensitive use of space and visual pacing, which more than compensates for that.
Character [9/10]
See above. The manga makes no excuses for its characters and doesn't try to idealize their actions. There are some weak points - not all of Kyouichi's reactions are convincing - but there's a significant amount of realism and character development, a stark contrast to much of BL.
Enjoyment [7/10]
It's difficult to truly 'enjoy' this series due to its emotional intensity. While none of the characters is outright "bad," they certainly have their negative traits, and observing their stories unfold is somehow more painful precisely because of their imperfections and humanity. If you appreciate drama and angst, you might enjoy this more than I did. Perhaps 'enjoyment' is the wrong criterion to evaluate this series: if assessed for emotional impact, it would undoubtedly score high.
There are times when I wish we could delve deeper into certain characters, like the ex-boyfriend who mysteriously shows up for dinner or even the ex-girlfriend of the supposedly straight character. Instead of being mere catalysts for the main pairing, their stories could add more depth.
Yet, despite these shortcomings, I still found enjoyment in the story and appreciated the subtle complexity of the characters.
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