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I Couldn’t Set Sail Today
By distant spring breeze, 春风遥
202 chapters
2024
Description
As a corporate s*ave, Zhou Qian is relentlessly exploited by his unscrupulous boss during the day, pressured by his parents to marry at night, and berated by his night school teacher on weekends for his perceived lack of intelligence. On the day Zhou Qian was pulled into the infinite game, he breathed a sigh of relief: Finally.Goodbye, marriage-pushing maniacs;Goodbye, 996 (the Chinese work culture of 9 AM to 9 PM, 6 days a week);Goodbye, damn night school.Tonight, he’s setting sail! In the first instance of his journey, Zhou Qian boards a terrifying bus with a group of players.When the bus reaches its destination, Zhou Qian is shocked to see his mother.“My precious son, did you think running away from home would help you avoid blind dates?” She grins: “Impossible.”Soon, a terrifying monster NPC is thrown onto Zhou Qian’s bed—his new blind date! In the second instance, the eerie high-rise, Zhou Qian spots his boss among the players.Shiny high-end leather shoes stomp on a monster’s head, and his boss strides towards Zhou Qian amidst the players’ horrified gazes. “Why did you disappear during overtime?”“I heard that people who die here also die outside. Are you trying to cheat us out of death benefits?”“Is the project plan done or not? I’m asking you, is it done or not?!” In the subsequent instance, his boss slaughters all the monsters, and Zhou Qian burns the midnight oil working 996. In the third instance, the endless (bloody) sea of learning, with a 90% death rate, Zhou Qian, who had skipped many classes, encounters his night school teacher.“Qian, come to the teacher,” says the man with a pale face, extending his hand. “!”Zhou Qian abandons any thought of continuing his journey and retreats behind his teammates.But as soon as he approaches, his teammates instinctively step back, creating a gap between them. “?” Why does it seem like they’re more afraid of me? Three years ago, a strange fog drifted through the city. Since then, Zhou Qian noticed that some people around him seemed abnormal.Later, when he got pulled into the infinite game, all the players cursed the cunning, cruel, and terrifying NPCs.Only Zhou Qian sighed with genuine relief:“Finally, normal people.” Yet everyone else looked at him with unspeakable expressions and nodded: “Yes, you’re the most normal.” Outwardly honest and modest, but actually stunningly handsome and highly intelligent, the beautiful shou vs. the madman who’s consistently insane, the heretic gong.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
I Couldn’t Set Sail Today Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on I Couldn’t Set Sail Today
"I Couldn’t Set Sail Today" is definitely a wild ride, and I can see why it's garnering attention despite being relatively new to the English-speaking web novel scene. It blends comedy, horror, and the ever-popular infinite flow genre into something that feels surprisingly unique.
First Impressions
From the very first chapters, I was hooked by the sheer absurdity of it all. The premise itself is intriguing, with Earth facing a watery apocalypse and the MC navigating instances to gain adaptations. The humor is definitely a standout, with moments so ridiculous they had me laughing out loud. And, unlike some other infinite flow novels, the horror elements are genuinely unsettling.
What Works Well
The MC, Zhou Qian, is a breath of fresh air. He's cunning, resourceful, and definitely not your typical "save everyone" type. I appreciate that he uses his brain and isn't overly reliant on external forces. The instances themselves are creative, and the inclusion of staff members adds another layer of personality and interaction. I also really liked the world-building, particularly the concept of evolving into aquatic creatures. The blending of genres is definitely a strong point, creating a reading experience that's both hilarious and suspenseful.
Areas of Concern
While I enjoyed the initial chapters, I can see how the story might lose some momentum. The plot starts to reveal itself early on, which might make the middle section feel a bit repetitive. I also felt like the aquatic theme could have been explored more consistently throughout the instances. At times, it felt like the connection to aquatic life was sidelined in favor of more generic settings. The limited cast and their development may also not be to everyone's taste.
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Final Verdict
Overall, I'd give "I Couldn’t Set Sail Today" a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It's a genuinely funny and engaging novel with a unique premise and a strong protagonist. While it might have some pacing issues and could benefit from a more consistent focus on its aquatic themes, it's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for something different in the infinite flow genre. Just be prepared for a healthy dose of absurdity and a story that isn't afraid to get weird.
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