After Becoming a Substitute, I Fell for the Male Lead's Uncle

Lu Ning transmigrates into a book. In the story, the male lead can't win the heart of his first love, so he keeps Lu Ning as a stand-in canary.

The male lead is said to be devastatingly handsome, rich, and capable. The only person in the world who's more impressive is his uncle.

But his uncle dies in the third chapter.

After confirming that he's transmigrated into a book, Lu Ning, a total pretty-boy enthusiast, thinks: Where's the male lead? Hurry up and let me see him! ⊙ω⊙

After meeting the male lead:

Lu Ning: "Ah... he's okay, pretty handsome. But I think I'll still have to rely on myself. In this life, hard work is the only thing that won't let you down."

He pays back the money and saunters off.

After unexpectedly meeting the short-lived uncle who disappears in chapter three:

The uncle has sharp brows and starry eyes, with an air of elegance and refinement. His crow-feather lashes lift gently, revealing a pair of piercing yet clear eyes.

Lu Ning's heart pounds on the spot. "Uncle, Uncle, I'm available! QAQ"

"Uncle, I don't want to work hard anymore."

"Uncle, pull yourself together and live for at least two more episodes!"

(When he says he wants to work hard, what he really means is that your face just doesn't do it for him.)

When his first love returns, Shao Ling finally realizes he's fallen for his stand-in canary.

But it's too late to turn back. His little stand-in has already found someone else's arms.

The little stand-in's words can be deceptive.

He was clearly heartbroken by Shao Ling's coldness, but when he left, he said, "I still want to rely on my own hard work."

Later, nestled in his uncle's arms, he finally tells the truth: "What's hard work? Isn't lying down more comfortable?"

Shao Ling is heartbroken.

I could take care of you too, but do I still have a chance?

Why did you have to fall for the one person I don't dare to mess with?

Theme: Learn to cherish what you have. Don't wait until it's gone to start regretting it.