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A Smile from the Villain
By xī zǐxù, 西子绪
94 chapters
2013
Description
As a person who transmigrated into a novel written by himself, Qin Kaiyi experiences a huge pressure and burden. Even more so, he transmigrated as the villain and is forced to follow the plot. Qin Kaiyi expresses that he doesn’t want to write novels anymore. Qin Kaiyi: “WTF. transmigrating into the villain and being forced to follow the plot. Just let it be. Shen Feixiao, can you get the f*ck down from my body???” Shen Feixiao: “Shixiong, I won’t.” Alright, actually this is just a s*upid story about transmigrating into his own novel as the villain and getting pushed down by his own protagonist.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
A Smile from the Villain Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on A Smile from the Villain
"A Smile from the Villain" is a wild ride, to put it mildly. Diving into this novel, I knew I was in for something different, and it definitely delivered on that promise. It's a story that's equal parts intriguing and disturbing, and it left me with a lot to think about.
First Impressions
Initially, I was hooked by the premise. The MC, a writer who transmigrates into his own novel, is a compelling concept. The early chapters had a similar vibe to "The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System," which piqued my interest. I was eager to see how the protagonist would navigate the world he created, especially with a system dictating his actions.
What Works Well
The author excels at crafting a believable yandere character in the ML. This isn't your typical "beats rivals" type; this is a full-blown obsessive character. The story doesn't shy away from the darker aspects of this obsession, and it's clear that the author understands the difference between love and unhealthy fixation.
The character development, while controversial, is consistently executed. The MC's reactions to the increasingly twisted events felt realistic, and I appreciated that the story didn't romanticize the non-consensual elements. The MC's internal struggles, his guilt, and his attempts to maintain his morality in a world that constantly challenges it, were all compelling.
Areas of Concern
The ending is where things get divisive. For some, it felt rushed and unsatisfying, even horrendous. The shift back to the real world, and the ML's actions there, left a sour taste in my mouth. The manipulation and blackmail felt unnecessary and detracted from any potential for genuine connection between the characters.
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Final Verdict
"A Smile from the Villain" is not a fluffy romance. It's a dark, psychological exploration of obsession, manipulation, and the consequences of choices. While the ending may be divisive, the journey is undeniably thought-provoking. If you're looking for a story that challenges your perceptions of love and relationships, and you're prepared for some disturbing content, this novel might be for you. Just be sure to read the tags and trigger warnings before diving in.
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