- #1
There's not much to say currently as it feels like an intro so far to me.Well, first off, this focuses more on comedy and is similar to a parody. The comedy gives it justice and is quite funny. The MC and the servant plays the wonderful role of question and reply that gives hilarious reactions and jokes happen. The novel spins on originality and I find that quite commendable. Firstly, the MC actually shares her "secret" with someone and she takes on a decisive and carefree attitude into doing what she decided. The protag is also hilarious and crushes my impressions of supposed-to-be protag. The supposed-to-be male lead is a cliche but likable and ACTUALLY charismatic like he is described. The pace was a little slow as it just focuses on comedy and background on the characters. The MC is eccentric, strong, intelligent, and a little dense. The servant is straightforward, friendly, considerate, and a little sadistic. The protag is cute, child like, saint like, and a little naive. The supposed-to-be male lead is charismatic, intelligent, confident, and a little tsundere. The MC comes from a powerful family and has a close relationship with servant as if they are friends and is engaged to the supposed-to-be male lead and recently turned best friends with protag. It can be summarized as such.But this story shows a little more depth later on. For example, regarding her decisions in acting as a villainess and her decision regarding her engagement. There is also a heartfelt conversation between MC and servant about her feelings and love. This scene gives a whole new vibe from the usual although it reverts back to the usual some times later.Spoiler
Yes it is official. Addie is in love with her but he hesitates to tell her so because he probably doubt if she has feelings for him which sadly she probably haven't developed anything too deep and also because of their difference in status that he is so aware of. His speech about his implied feelings was really a shock and very impactful. It was one of my favorite scenes. The MC probably also realizes but I'm not too sure, she could be dense and thinks he's directing it for someone else. But you can see their relationship change slightly after that ordeal. To me, they're my official ship.
[collapse] I wouldn't say that the main conflict has arrived yet as it probably has to do with the throne and politics but it's not into deep yet. So, I am looking forward to see how it changes.