I must express my disappointment with the recent chapters and an earlier event in the novel, which has led me to rate it only 2 stars. Here's why:
The antagonist's character development was marred by a deeply unsettling plot point where he was raped by a man due to an aphrodisiac, which served as a ridiculous justification. To make matters worse, he was drugged by the antagonist's minions because he refused to engage with a woman, which is completely absurd. The victim-blaming that ensued, particularly for someone who was raped, was disgusting. The antagonist, who previously raped his pregnant wife, was portrayed as a despicable character, but even he should not have faced such shaming.
Initially, I hoped that the protagonist might undergo some character growth and find happiness, but alas, that did not happen, which is a common issue with Chinese authors.
Regarding the story itself, the MC's tale was intriguing, with a reasonable level of believability. The knowledge he gained from the book and his experiences were useful but not overly powerful. It was nice to see him occasionally face challenges, although I prefer a more balanced portrayal of success and setbacks.
The relationship between the MC and ML started off poorly, lacking credibility, but improved later on. Their intimate moments, such as their first sexual encounter and marriage, were well-handled.
The supporting characters maintained their initial personalities and any changes made sense within the context. If not for the disappointing ending, I would have given the novel a higher rating of 3.5 stars.
Reading this gets me so fired up 😤, but to be honest, I don't often delve into SEME/Gongs' perspective. This is the part that I genuinely enjoy, the MC's hilarious frustration 😄😄😄.
This is excellent. The main character (MC) isn't overpowered; despite knowing the plot and future, he diligently works on acquiring skills. He cleverly outwits villains using his intellect. In contrast, Han Tian, as a transplantee from another world, tends to crave instant success and displays arrogance and ruthlessness often seen in Chinese web novels' protagonists. Even with foreknowledge, he fails to fully leverage it to his advantage. The MC stands out as a multi-dimensional character, neither cold and calculating nor meek and helpless; he exudes masculinity and adapts his demeanor to the situation.
The first 90 chapters were quite enjoyable, with intense character development and satisfying comeuppance. Their early reunion is well-deserved considering the hardships they experienced in their previous lives. It's a delightful, light-hearted read that's perfect for a quick escape.
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The antagonist's character development was marred by a deeply unsettling plot point where he was raped by a man due to an aphrodisiac, which served as a ridiculous justification. To make matters worse, he was drugged by the antagonist's minions because he refused to engage with a woman, which is completely absurd. The victim-blaming that ensued, particularly for someone who was raped, was disgusting. The antagonist, who previously raped his pregnant wife, was portrayed as a despicable character, but even he should not have faced such shaming.
Initially, I hoped that the protagonist might undergo some character growth and find happiness, but alas, that did not happen, which is a common issue with Chinese authors.
Regarding the story itself, the MC's tale was intriguing, with a reasonable level of believability. The knowledge he gained from the book and his experiences were useful but not overly powerful. It was nice to see him occasionally face challenges, although I prefer a more balanced portrayal of success and setbacks.
The relationship between the MC and ML started off poorly, lacking credibility, but improved later on. Their intimate moments, such as their first sexual encounter and marriage, were well-handled.
The supporting characters maintained their initial personalities and any changes made sense within the context. If not for the disappointing ending, I would have given the novel a higher rating of 3.5 stars.