By the Shores of Lake Abilis

Where are the reference cases I shared?! What does "not conforming to community guidelines" even mean? Anyway, the fact that such shocking things can be found online makes me wonder if female authors could write their protagonists a little more masculine. They're originally women, and going through so-called "feminine degeneration" is meaningless. "Feminine degeneration" is a process, not a result.

I don't know how long ago I fell into this fandom, but now that I've seen Josephine and Lai Meng's encounter end, I deeply feel the similarities between myself and Lai Meng. I'm a boy, and I also want to be a girl. I also carry a heavy burden. From a young age, I had to suppress my emotions. I wanted to cry, but I couldn't, because crying would often get me scolded. The bullying from classmates made me only dare to keep it silently in my heart. In junior high, I put on one shackle after another for myself, hoping to be like a normal boy. But in high school, those shackles crumbled one by one, and I gradually regained my ability. In junior high, I could only smile and try to please others...

I changed my account and bought the whole book, so I can finally give a complete review. To summarize, my stomach hurts! Whether it's the emotional descriptions, the plot development, or the foreshadowing, everything is just right. While reading, I unconsciously entered the world of Fate & Fanny, my emotions fluctuating wildly, and I could feel my stomach churning. I'm a bit of a writer myself, and after reading this book, I felt the author's growth. From the lighthearted vignettes at the beginning to the heavy, melancholic ones later, she unreservedly expresses her emotions. I feel that reading this book will improve my writing ability. Whether it will decline or not, I don't know if my emotions are more complex than average...

First of all, I really like Mizuki-san's writing style; it's delicate yet elegant. I especially enjoyed the portrayal of the female protagonist, such as the part about her transformation from a girl who initially resisted accepting herself as a woman, to gradually accepting it step by step—that's definitely worth watching. Secondly, the plot is excellent. It doesn't drag, gets straight to the point, and the scene transitions are very appropriate, giving it a feel of watching an anime. That's all for my review, considering I'm not good at writing reviews (facepalm).

I've finished reading *Lake of Abilities*, and I'm so grateful for the author's warm and delicate writing. From their initial awkwardness, Fanny and Fate gradually grow closer, both discovering their true love for each other and willing to give everything for one another. I can also feel the transformation in Fanny and Fate's feelings through the text, thanks to the author's nuanced descriptions. I wish Fate and Fanny a long and happy life together! Finally, I'd like to list the songs that appear in the text; they're all worth listening to: Chapter 67 of Volume 2, "Wolf Rain" by Sunia; and the contemporary song "Tell Me What the Rain Kn..."

I remember the first time I encountered SF, I found this book in a display case. What was my initial feeling? I only remember a rare surge of excitement. That year was 2015, when I had just entered high school, a time when a girl's heart is just beginning to stir with first love. Opening the book, my initial feeling wasn't particularly special; I was simply curious to try something different since I was used to fantasy novels. But as the story unfolded, I gradually became engrossed, experiencing Fanny's adventures firsthand. Perhaps outsiders can't understand, but that feeling of being completely immersed in the story...

Putting aside the "price change" aspect (85 points), since this is a "price change" story, I can only apologize. Even so, I'd still give it 75 points. Some might think I'm picky, and that's true, which means what I'm about to say might not be pleasant. If you don't want to read, just scroll away; no need to report it, okay? The extra chapter is at the beginning. When reading the stories of these two female protagonists, I didn't expect the "price change" label. The writing was indeed refreshing. I was even thinking the protagonist might be someone who possessed another body and lived with the original owner's obsession, but then I realized it was an extra chapter. The protagonist's beginning is a bit funny; she's set at 15 years old...

The old-fashioned romance novels were definitely more readable. Now they're all just saccharine flirting, pushing the boundaries, and selling character personas—purely simplistic stories catering to every whim. I can't stand them anymore.

Then, treating her like a lowly pet and giving her away to others is a truly masterful touch. It's a complete disaster. My initial liking for the book instantly turned into utter hatred. Just ask the male protagonist, and his parents who cherished him so much, how they must feel about this. It's a devastating blow to someone like me who also found the protagonist endearing. Oh, and the protagonist's brother even finds it amusing that his sister has become someone else's slave and pet. Is the author promoting some strange value system that makes being someone else's slave interesting? Does the author really think readers enjoy being slaves? And the plot is barely passable, forced...

This was the book that got me hooked, and I ended up reading it in one go. The plot is excellent; some parts are slice-of-life, but I loved the characters' delicate psychology. I personally really enjoy pure romance. In this work, both friendship and love are as pure as snow. However, perhaps because I was so immersed in the story, I almost gave up when the protagonist parted ways with everyone during the world transition. But I persevered and gradually accepted the plot. What attracted me most to this book was its warmth. I cried while reading this beautiful story. The author's writing is also excellent. In short, I highly recommend this book. Also, I haven't slept for two days, and I feel...