After the Protagonist of the Sadistic Novel Turns Into a Salted Fish!

By qian fei, 千非

3.7

CompletedchineseWeb Novel

Genres

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fantasy romance yaoi

Chapters

181 chapters

Started

2022

Description

The story is basically about many protagonists in abusive relationships suddenly awakening, abandoning the world of hatred, love, and obsession, and transforming into salted fish. Story 1: Bai Muxing was a once-in-a-century S-class omega with 100% compatibility with all four S-class alphas in the empire. In his previous life, despite his achievements, he was treated like a toy by numerous alphas due to his unique glands. Nobody cared about his simple wish to lead an ordinary life. Jealousy and scheming brought him to his death in the chaotic currents of the galaxy. In this new life, Bai Muxing chose to remove his glands and become an ordinary person. With a considerable pension, he arrived at a farming and ranching planet on the empire’s border, starting a carefree life of farming and retirement. He also entered into an online relationship with a handsome beta netizen, fulfilling his life-long dream of “marrying an honest person.” Apart from the minor annoyance of a husband, who clung to him like a child, and Bai Muxing’s occasional worries about his back pain, life was generally ideal. However, everything changed when a s*umbag alpha, who had once harassed him, followed him to the farming and ranching planet. To his surprise, his seemingly honest husband broke the S-class s*umbag alpha’s leg barehanded. In the heat of anger, his husband revealed his true form, that of the king of an alien race whom Bai Muxing had once fought on the battlefield. Bai Muxing: …I’ve been deceived into this marriage! His husband, disguised as a big lion, lay down and said: Meow, meow, meow.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: jjwxc
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

After the Protagonist of the Sadistic Novel Turns Into a Salted Fish! Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on After the Protagonist of the Sadistic Novel Turns Into a Salted Fish!

This novel is definitely a mixed bag, and my experience reading it mirrored that sentiment. It's structured as a collection of shorter stories, each with different MCs, MLs, settings, and plotlines. This format makes it hard to give a single, definitive review because each arc feels like a completely different book.

First Impressions

Going in, I was intrigued by the premise of protagonists escaping their tragic fates. The first arc delivered on this promise beautifully. It's a story of rebirth where the MC refuses to be a victim and instead embraces a peaceful life with a devoted partner. I found it incredibly satisfying and a strong start to the collection.

What Works Well

The initial premise of each arc is generally well-executed. The first story is a clear winner. The relationship between the cold shou and the puppy-like gong is sweet and funny. The world-building, particularly concerning alien life in the first arc, is interesting, even if it occasionally feels a bit info-dumpy. Many readers, including myself, found the first arc fluffy and refreshing. The writing quality is generally decent, making it an easy and engaging read.

Areas of Concern

Unfortunately, the quality seems to dip significantly after the first arc. The second story, in particular, appears to be a point of contention for many. Some readers found the MC to be "dumbed down" and the plot mindless. The lack of connection between the arcs can be jarring, making the novel feel disjointed. The third arc also seems to suffer from similar issues, with some readers finding the MC's actions questionable and the overall plot less compelling. I noticed that the later arcs strayed from the initial theme of escaping toxic relationships, which was disappointing.

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Final Verdict

"After the Protagonist of the Sadistic Novel Turns Into a Salted Fish!" is a novel with potential, but its inconsistent quality makes it hard to wholeheartedly recommend. The first arc is genuinely enjoyable and worth reading, but be aware that the subsequent stories may not live up to the same standard. If you're looking for a series of fluffy, low-effort romances, this might still be up your alley, but go in with tempered expectations.

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