After Faking My Death, the Female Lead Descended into Demonic Cultivation
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By rén jiān tián chéng, 人间甜橙
177 chapters
2022
Description
The charming heartthrob Jiang Qiuyu finds herself transmigrated into a novel as the villainous Demon Lord. A villainess who originally secretly crushes on the male lead while humiliating the female lead at every possible opportunity. As the Demon Lord, she is both beautiful and powerful, but also cruel and bloodthirsty. She even kidnaps the male and female leads who are both righteous cultivators. According to the original plot, the Demon Lord falls in love with the male lead at first sight. However, the male lead says he would rather die than obey her. This only angers the Demon Lord into hating the female lead, who holds his heart. Jiang Qiuyu stares at the stubborn male lead and then at the cold-faced female lead. She waves her sleeve, “Send them both to my room!” System: I understand. You’re planning to humiliate the male lead in front of the female lead, right? Then the system watches helplessly as Jiang Qiuyu acts ruthless to the female lead on the surface only to treat her gently in every possible way behind the scenes. Meanwhile, she shows no mercy to the male lead, treating him coldly as she leaves him to suffer in the freezing wind. System: Lost_in_thought.jpg Jiang Qiuyu: The original plot never said that love couldn’t be twisted into something pe*verted and obsessive or that hate couldn’t become a dagger hidden in smiles, right? —— Lin Jingwei, with her indifferent and aloof personality, has always been only devoted to cultivation. Even when faced with Jiang Qiuyu’s gorgeous and alluring appearance, she remains unperturbed. She pretends to be captured, but in fact she coordinates with forces outside and within the palace to destroy the entire Demon Realm. The plan went perfectly. On the day when the righteous path cultivators stormed in, Jiang Qiuyu, in her beautiful red robes, looked at her with a smile on her face. Lin Jingwei suddenly felt a pang of anxiety and promised, “I won’t hurt you. However, the Demon Realm….the demons cannot continue indiscriminately killing innocent people.” Jiang Qiuyu’s fingers caressed Lin Jingwei’s cheek, her voice gentle as she spoke, “It is said that you walk the Path of Ruthlessness, so let me help you one last time.” Help you achieve enlightenment by killing your wife. —— It is said that Lady Qingheng, Lin Jingwei, the beacon of righteous path cultivators, has been corrupted to the demons’ side. She was once the first to come forward and slay the demons, but now she has turned to their side after the death of the previous Demon Lord. The girl sitting across from her had a face full of pity as she recounted the tale. Jiang Qiuyu leaned against the window, her hair loosely falling around her as she responded offhandedly as she responded casually, “Yes, what a shame.” But what does any of that have to do with me? Charming Heartthrob (Bottom) vs. Indifferent at first, but deeply affectionate later (Top)
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
After Faking My Death, the Female Lead Descended into Demonic Cultivation Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on After Faking My Death, the Female Lead Descended into Demonic Cultivation
I've been diving into "After Faking My Death, the Female Lead Descended into Demonic Cultivation," and it's been quite the ride! This novel blends comedy, drama, romance, xianxia, and yuri, creating a unique experience that kept me hooked, for the most part.
First Impressions
Initially, I was drawn in by the premise and the promise of a cunning protagonist. The early chapters certainly delivered on that front. Jiang Qiuyu is far from your typical goody-two-shoes MC. She's manipulative, and proactive in her pursuit of Lin Jingwei, which I found refreshing.
What Works Well
The dynamic between Jiang Qiuyu and Lin Jingwei is a major highlight. Lin Jingwei's stoic nature, coupled with Jiang Qiuyu's playful (and sometimes sadistic) teasing, creates a compelling push-and-pull. I particularly enjoyed the slow burn of their romance, even though it's mentioned that it truly blossoms later in the story. Jiang Qiuyu's characterization is also noteworthy. She's not inherently good or bad, but driven by her own interests and desires. This moral ambiguity makes her a far more interesting character than a typical "hero."
Areas of Concern
However, my enthusiasm waned somewhat as I progressed. The pacing can be a bit uneven. While some found the plot twists creative and unexpected, I felt the story dragged on, especially in later arcs. The shift in direction after a certain point felt jarring, and the introduction of time travel elements didn't quite land for me. The lengthy chapters can also be a double-edged sword; while offering more content, they sometimes contribute to the feeling of the plot being drawn out unnecessarily.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "After Faking My Death, the Female Lead Descended into Demonic Cultivation" is a novel with a lot of potential. The strong protagonist, intriguing romance, and unique blend of genres make it worth checking out. However, be prepared for a potentially uneven pacing and a shift in direction that may not appeal to all readers. I'd recommend going into it with an open mind and a willingness to embrace the story's eccentricities.
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