A Washed-Up Star Is Reborn, and My Nemesis Is Acting Strange

Name: A Washed-Up Star Is Reborn, and My Nemesis Is Acting Strange
Author: Dongfang Xiao Shisan

糊咖重生，死对头他有点不对劲

by Dongfang Xiao Shisan (东方萧十三)

Status: Completed
Length: 267k Words
Genre: Two Male Leads
Updated: 2y ago
English: Request a translation

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Synopsis

[Male-Male Romance + Both Reborn + Showbiz + Mutual Unrequited Love + Finding Their Way to Each Other + Happy Ending]

[Main story complete]

A bottom who can’t stop acting up and would die if he didn’t VS a top who comes back to life with his wife-protecting instincts maxed out

Shi Qing suffers from a severe mood disorder.

He lost control and died at Sheng Yanhuan’s awards ceremony.

The whole internet exploded.

Because Shi Qing and Sheng Yanhuan were widely known as sworn enemies in showbiz.

[Shi Qing must have been jealous of Sheng Yanhuan.]

[No wonder he can’t become an award-winning actor. He’s so petty.]

For a while, the hashtag “Shi Qing Passes Away” shot straight to the top of the trending list.

It was the first time Shi Qing had ever trended.

And it was for news of his own death.

No one loved him, no one cared about him. He hadn’t even finished school, and he’d spent ten years as an extra.

Shi Qing gave a self-mocking smile.

So I’m dead. So what?

This life was too agonizing. Maybe I could go take the civil service exam in the underworld.

But something was strange...

Shi Qing sat on the tombstone he’d had made in advance,

watching the newly crowned award-winning actor with red-rimmed eyes.

Weren’t they sworn enemies?

He was the one who should be crying. What was this guy doing crying here?

The whole internet said Sheng Yanhuan and I were sworn enemies.

Shi Qing thought so too.

After all, Sheng Yanhuan was always saying I was too skinny and telling me to eat more.

He kept showing up at my hotel in the middle of the night and knocking on my door.

He also often pinned me in front of the makeup mirror and told me how good-looking I was.

We really didn’t get along.

Not at all.

Shi Qing came back to life.

Looking at the agent in front of him,

Shi Qing closed his eyes again.

No.

I want to die.

Stats

148Chapters

930Reads · 30 days

361.1kReads · all time

157Shelf adds, last 14 days

9.3Score

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Oh my god! There's such a great novel about two male leads in the entertainment industry! I love it!! 😘😘 [Top Post]
78 likes3y ago
Investing in this is definitely worthwhile! The emotional portrayal is excellent. The two male leads like each other, Sheng is so doting and gentle, and Shi seems to be the kind of arrogant and aloof guy—I really love this character type! Hehe, I finished reading this novel yesterday. I hope the author keeps updating it.
37 likes2y ago
I absolutely love the author's writing! It's been so long since I've seen a story like this. I love it! Shi Qing's life has been so tragic, but I'm sure he'll have a better life in this one. I hope the author updates soon!
28 likes2y ago
The theme of dual rebirth is rare these days, and this is a very good watch.
16 likes3y ago
The early episodes are over, time to get down to business! The two male leads are really great, and the character development and plot don't rely on the "uke must be weak" trope; each has their own shining qualities. Most importantly, their romance isn't artificial or artificial like some manufactured romance stories; it feels natural. The supporting characters are intelligent, and so far, I don't dislike any of them—they're all quite vivid.
15 likes2y ago
It's really good, the characters are great, and there's nothing that bothers me! Plus, the author is incredibly kind!!
14 likes3y ago
It's a great story, featuring dual rebirths, nuanced character portrayals, rich emotions, and a touch of metaphysics. Before their rebirths, their love was silent and unnoticed; after, their love is passionate and sincere. No one doesn't yearn for love. "I want the extinguished light to shine again." Shi Qing experiences intense emotions for rare moments of warmth.
12 likes1y ago
The characters are well-developed, the male leads are incredibly sweet, and the plot is engaging enough to keep you reading. The only downside is the limited number of chapters. Author, please update soon!
12 likes2y ago
I really loved it! The main characters are all adorable. The seme seems really rich, and Qingqing has a mental illness but is actively seeking treatment, making it a redemption story. The romance is also well-paced, and I absolutely adore this kind of story where the protagonist bravely expresses her love. ❤️
12 likes2y ago
Xiao Shiqing and Sheng Yanhuan are so sweet, but please don't add any angst! 😢 Although it has a happy ending, you didn't mention any of the suffering in between. I only discovered the angst near the end, but it made the plot more reasonable (at least it wasn't the kind of rebirth without any reason). It's quite good and worth recommending.
11 likes2y ago