I Heard That I’m An Affectionate Male Lead
By 翻云袖
190 chapters
2019
Description
Cang Yu is a time traveler who became the great elder of the Tianhu Clan. As a result, right after waking up, he got rid of his cuckold and broke up with the heroine. –According to the original plot, he should let go peacefully but in fact he’s quite miserable. He secretly helps the heroine when she’s in trouble, acts as a therapist whenever the heroine needs it, before finally becoming a qualified and affectionate male lead: a spare tire left to air for thousands of years. It’s a pity that Cang Yu doesn’t have a mind as broad as the sea like the original. He rubbed his paws and flicked his tail. After a few months, everyone Tianhu Clan was aware that their elder was a hopeless romantic, affectionate, generous and kind, while the heroine’s originally charming and naive persona was shattered. Cang Yu was addicted to acting and was so good at it that the hearts of the cubs in the clan were captured; they gave him an egg to replenish his health. Cang Yu: ? ? ? The care of the cubs couldn’t be forsaken, but Cang Yu didn’t want to eat a hairy chick, so he got a bird and hatched his future partner.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on I Heard That I’m An Affectionate Male Lead
First Impressions
With a title like I Heard That I’m An Affectionate Male Lead, I went in expecting a lighthearted romp. What I found was something much more complex, a story that delves into themes of identity, cultivation, and the nuances of love across vast differences. It definitely surprised me, and not always in a bad way.
What Works Well
The world-building is a definite highlight. I was completely drawn into the intricate backstories of the side characters and the overall setting. It felt like every character, even the antagonists, had their own motivations and complexities, existing in a moral grey area that made the story feel incredibly realistic. I particularly enjoyed the travelogue aspect of the middle section; it allowed for a deeper exploration of the world and the characters within it. I also found the male lead's simple and straightforward approach to love refreshing. His reasoning, "What reason do you need?", resonated with me.
Areas of Concern
The age gap between the leads is definitely a point of contention. While the story attempts to address the power dynamics and the fact that the male lead matures beyond the main character, I still found myself questioning the nature of their relationship. I also felt the ending was a bit of a letdown. While it wasn't a terrible conclusion, it lacked the satisfying resolution I was hoping for after investing so much time in the characters and their journey. The pacing also suffered towards the end, making the story feel like it was dragging on.
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Final Verdict
I Heard That I’m An Affectionate Male Lead is a mixed bag. While the world-building, character development, and unique take on romance are definite strengths, the pacing issues and questionable age gap dynamics hold it back. It's a story with interesting ideas, but the execution isn't always perfect. I'd recommend it with reservations, particularly to those who enjoy xuanhuan with complex characters and don't mind a potentially uncomfortable age difference. Overall, I'd give it a solid 3 out of 5 stars.
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