
As If I Were a Guest
本如寄
- Status
- Completed
- Length
- 339k Words
- Genre
- Ancient Romance
- Subgenre
- Fantasy Romance
- Updated
- 1y ago
- English
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Other names
- All for the Fate (CDrama)English name
- Inherently AdriftEnglish name
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The plot is hilarious yet offers food for thought about life. The female lead, Xiao Meng, is kind-hearted and charming, while the male lead, Mu Sui, bound by the rules of the Land of No Return, often does outrageous things. The two scheme against each other but ultimately both suffer losses, making for a truly interesting story.
It's good, just too short. I don't know how it will go later. The writing is quite smooth. Mu Sui is a bit silly, and Meng Ruji is also very cute. 😄😄
Nine top-tier products, guaranteed to be of the highest quality! I've always had a soft spot for the female protagonists in Jiu Da's novels. They are clear-headed and independent, with their own principles and bottom lines. They uphold their beliefs and protect the people they love.
There's no need to elaborate on Jiu Lu Fei Xiang's writing style. What impressed me most was that this book departs from the usual portrayal of gods as lofty saviors, revered by all and worshipped by the immortal sects. Instead, it depicts gods as world-destroying beings, dividing immortals and gods into two opposing factions.
The author's writing remains consistently excellent, with incredibly delicate portrayals of emotions. Each step of the emotional journey, upon reflection, reveals a traceable path, a gentle, subtle influence. This book is truly short; while not featuring many characters, each leaves a lasting impression, each with their own unique characteristics.
Spoilers ahead! 👀 In this book, the female protagonist gives me a sense of being worldly-wise but not cynical. It is her survival instinct in human nature that allows her to overcome the pain of being a half-demon and cultivate immortal techniques with an ordinary body. She says it very easily, but it is not easy at all. It is only because she is Meng Ruji that only she can persevere.
I've finished reading another book by Jiu Lu. I really like the female protagonist in Jiu Lu Fei Xiang's novels. She is warm, resilient, kind, and compassionate. She not only saves the male protagonist but also the world. She wraps around and melts the male protagonist with her passionate heart, while the male protagonist's love is hidden in countless details and subconscious protection.
It's so good, hahaha! The male lead is like a clingy puppy in the beginning, but in the middle he's a two-faced, secretly disdainful guy who's all talk and no action. The male rabbit is hilarious, hahaha! I really love how the author portrays the female lead; she's strong-willed yet gentle, with a powerful core and great personal charm. I also love Mo Li's character—charming and a little mischievous. In short, it's a fantastic read! Please keep updating, author!
I think it's very good. The plot is tight, the romance between the male and female leads is clear, and the characters are distinct, each with their own stance. The only drawback is that the conflicts and climaxes feel a bit lacking, hehehehe. Overall, not bad!
Myths, gods, and immortals are no different from mortals; the writing is vivid and realistic, and it's highly recommended.