He Became a Salted Fish After Inheriting Millions of Secret Arts
By lips are lost 0, 唇亡齿寒0
Genres
Browse Library →76 chapters
2021
Description
In Victorian England, occult practitioners and the Nightmen Police, who hunted occult practitioners, were at odds and engaged in a fight to the death. Legend has it that one of the occult practitioners was a mysterious merchant who ran the world’s largest underground black market in the occult arts, offering a variety of rare treasures. Word says that the Nightmen have a newly appointed young detective whose decisive actions have solved many cases, and occult practitioners are terror-stricken hearing his name. Duan FeiZhou: Good, both are me. He transmigrated to this era because he accidentally clicked on an email titled “Congratulations on your million dollar inheritance” and confusingly agreed to join the Nightmen’s side to fight against the occult practitioners. Who knew that the next day he would inherit a mysterious inheritance from his uncle – the owner of the world’s most prominent black market of secret arts underground trading… This was a bit awkward. Duan FeiZhou decided to stay away from the strife to avoid falling off the horse and became a salted fish. On the one hand, crazy black market customers hope that the black market will close down as soon as possible. On the other hand, the Nightmen are negatively idle, hoping that he is quickly fired. However, the more he rushed customers, the more the business of the black market became red hot. The more negativity, the more he was promoted in the Nightmen. Seeing that the double-sided was becoming a bigger hassle, he was afraid his mask would fall off.. The Scotland Yard’s NIghtmen Leader, code name Z, has white hair, blind eyes, mechanical prosthetics, metal spine, all from war damage; his hobby is hand-rolling cigars, and if he can not save the hostages, he will shoot them together with the criminals. His highest ideal in life is to exterminate all the occult practitioners in the world. He thought he had a heart of gold with a painful past, but step by step, he was impressed and conquered by the new young Nightman… He also reformed him. Until one day, he learned that the young man who tugged at his heartstrings was his lifelong enemy – the owner of the world’s largest underground black market for secret arts. Z: Oh well.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
He Became a Salted Fish After Inheriting Millions of Secret Arts Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on He Became a Salted Fish After Inheriting Millions of Secret Arts
This novel certainly had a unique title that grabbed my attention, and diving in, I found a blend of genres that was both intriguing and, at times, a little uneven. It's a completed story, which is always a plus, and set in a magical, steampunk-infused Victorian England.
First Impressions
The initial chapters were a bit slow for me, and I can see why some readers found the MC, Duan FeiZhou, a bit frustrating at first. He inherits this massive secret arts inheritance and, initially, his reaction felt immature to some, like a kid wanting the candy (powers) without the responsibility. However, I appreciated that he wasn't instantly OP; he had to learn and adapt, which made his journey more relatable.
What Works Well
The world-building is definitely a strong point. The author clearly did their research on Victorian Britain and then added a delightful occult twist. The mysteries are engaging, and the plot kept me on the edge of my seat, especially as it delved deeper into conspiracies and hidden identities. I also enjoyed the supporting cast; they felt like individuals with their own stories to tell, adding depth to the overall narrative. Several readers mentioned the humor, and I agree; it helped balance the darker elements of the story nicely. The translation is also excellent, making it an easy and enjoyable read. The action and mystery, blended with the Victorian setting, create a compelling atmosphere.
Areas of Concern
The romance between the MC and ML (Z) seems to be a point of contention for many readers. While some enjoyed the slow burn and subtle build-up, others felt it was rushed or lacked genuine chemistry. I can see both sides. The ML's initial coldness, while understandable given his role, made it harder to see the connection develop organically. Some readers felt the ML's change toward the MC was too abrupt, and the reasons for his feelings were not clearly explained.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "He Became a Salted Fish After Inheriting Millions of Secret Arts" is a fun and engaging read. The unique blend of genres, the well-developed world, and the intriguing plot make it worth checking out. While the romance might not be everyone's cup of tea, the strong world-building and compelling mysteries more than make up for it. I'd recommend it, especially if you're looking for a shorter, completed novel with a unique twist on the steampunk genre.
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