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Maybe I've just read too much abusive tr*sh, but this? Wasn't bad?? Kinda refreshing.Yes, it's not exactly original. The entertainment industry tropes, the hyperfocus on wealth, the use of beauty as a sign of character, the usual, not-so-great cishet standards of C-novel, the allusions to bigoted beauty standards, etc. They're all there.But something about the way they start showing romantic interest in each other? The unexpected compliments & flustered blushing?? &Amp; when they start being a little honest with each other (slash reading each other's dishonesty better) just???? *Chef's kiss* Listen, sometimes the dog food is Good, okay? I'm lowkey crying screaming frowing up bc Alooneee but. Still. I'm enjoying the fluff.Also, I realize this exposes how low my standards for MLs in online novels have become butSpoiler
That's not to say I don't think standards should be higher though!! He def should have asked for consent, & never even given her the slightest impression he was going to force her. Much less reminded her of their matrimony, causing her to be like, "oh yeah, considering he's my husband I have no right to refuse"
the fact the author clarified the ML would not have committed marital r*pe was? Appreciated.
That's not to say I don't think standards should be higher though!! He def should have asked for consent, & never even given her the slightest impression he was going to force her. Much less reminded her of their matrimony, causing her to be like, "oh yeah, considering he's my husband I have no right to refuse"
but again. Standards low.
[collapse]Personal enjoyment rating: 7 outta 10 "Would I recommend" rating: 4.5 or 5 out of 10. Not Terrible, but (again) not particularly unique or well written. A good junk read for a low brain energy mood.- TW: insinuated threat of marital r*pe. Beauty standards (colorism, fatphobia, looks=value, etc). Uber luxury/wealth romanticization. Braindead netizens. The ush.