I’m A Supporting Character but I’m the Protagonist’s First Love

My Thoughts on I’m A Supporting Character but I’m the Protagonist’s First Love

This novel certainly took me on a rollercoaster! The premise is undeniably intriguing: a transmigrated protagonist finds himself as the male lead's first love in an Omegaverse novel, but with a twist – he's a beta. The initial setup had me hooked, eager to see how the MC would navigate this precarious situation, especially knowing the ML is destined for an omega.

First Impressions

The early chapters were promising. I enjoyed the flashbacks detailing the MC and ML's high school romance, juxtaposed with the MC's present-day attempts to escape his predetermined fate. The dynamic was interesting, and I was curious to see how the author would subvert the typical Omegaverse tropes.

What Works Well

I appreciated the exploration of the MC's insecurities and anxieties. He's not an overly brave or decisive character, but that's what makes him feel so human. His fear of abandonment, stemming from his past, heavily influences his actions and his relationship with the ML. The ML's obsessive tendencies, while potentially off-putting to some, are portrayed with a degree of self-awareness. He genuinely tries to understand and accommodate the MC's needs, even curbing his more yandere-ish impulses.

Areas of Concern

However, as the story progressed, I found myself growing increasingly frustrated. The MC's wavering resolve and tendency to give in to the ML's advances, despite his stated desire to avoid a relationship, became tiresome. It felt like he was too easily swayed by affection, even when he knew the ML might not be entirely sincere.

The ending also left me feeling disappointed. The sudden shift of the MC becoming an omega felt like an unnecessary and somewhat heteronormative trope. It seemed to undermine the struggles they faced as an alpha/beta couple and provided a too-easy resolution to their problems.

Final Verdict

Overall, I’m A Supporting Character but I’m the Protagonist’s First Love is a mixed bag. While the premise is engaging and the characters have moments of depth and complexity, the execution falters in the later chapters. The MC's indecisiveness and the somewhat contrived ending detract from the overall experience. While I enjoyed aspects of the story, particularly the exploration of the characters' vulnerabilities, I ultimately found myself feeling let down by the resolution.