Obsession
By meng xiao er, 梦筱二
2023
Description
Before their arranged marriage, Min Xizhi learned that Fu Yanzhou had feelings for someone else. He had secretly inquired about that woman’s well-being, showing a tender side she had never seen before. During their wedding, he asked, “Are you sure you want to marry?” Min Xizhi smiled and replied, “Why not?” He said, “Are you willing to confine yourself in a marriage devoid of emotions, only for the sake of benefits?” She didn’t want that, so she would make him fall in love with her and witness his tender side once again. However, two years into their marriage, she still couldn’t make him like her. He remained cool and distant. Min Xizhi decided to end her obsession and absurdity towards Fu Yanzhou, presenting him with divorce papers. Fu Yanzhou hesitated, but ultimately signed them. Concerned, he asked, “What are your plans now?” Min Xizhi didn’t reply aloud, thinking to herself, “From now on, I’ll no longer secretly love you and forget about you.” After the divorce, Fu Yanzhou inexplicably couldn’t let go of Min Xizhi. He asked his secretary, “What has Xixi been up to lately?” Pausing for a moment, he continued, “How is she doing emotionally?” Secretary: “I heard she’s been going on blind dates.” Fu Yanzhou fell silent. A few weeks later, Min Xizhi confronted him, “Why did you ruin my blind dates?” Fu Yanzhou: “I’m sorry for what happened in the past.” He said in a low voice, “Xixi, would you like to start over with me?” Min Xizhi was momentarily stunned. “There’s no need. I’ve already moved on.” Fu Yanzhou said, “It’s okay if you’ve moved on. I’ll keep you in my heart.” In the eyes of others, she’s a proud and spoiled young lady, and the one thing Fu Yan Zhou dislikes the most is someone with a proud personality like hers. She was the one who proposed the arranged marriage, thinking that Fu Yan Zhou would refuse. After marriage, she suggested sleeping with her head on his arm. Fu Yan Zhou disagreed, “You slept with my left arm last night, and it’s affecting my golf swing today.” Min Xi said, “Then I’ll sleep on your right arm tonight.” Fu Yan Zhou: “…” He pointed to the other side of the bed, “Sleep over there.” Min Xi’s self-esteem was hurt, so she lay down with her back to him. Fu Yan Zhou sighed and pulled her back into his embrace, offering his arm for her to rest on. After two years of marriage, Min Xi felt that she still couldn’t make Fu Yan Zhou fall in love with her; he only indulged her. She decided to end her years of infatuation with Fu Yan Zhou and handed him a divorce agreement. Fu Yan Zhou hesitated for a long time, but eventually signed it and asked, “What are your plans now?” Min Xi didn’t respond. But she thought to herself: I won’t secretly love you anymore; I’ll forget you. After the divorce, Fu Yan Zhou couldn’t let go of Min Xi. One early morning, his secretary called him and nervously reported, “Min Xi has been busy with blind dates lately.” He thought he misheard, “Busy with what?” Secretary: “Busy… with blind dates.” When Min Xi was about to go on a blind date, Fu Yan Zhou intercepted her. She couldn’t believe that this man would actively pursue someone. He had flown back from another city in the middle of the night and appeared at her doorstep early in the morning. He looked at her and said, “Xi Xi, do you want to start over with me?” PS: A sweet story. Male lead doesn’t have a white moonlight.
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- chinese
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- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on Obsession
"Obsession" promised a second-chance romance filled with angst and longing, and while it delivered on some fronts, I walked away with mixed feelings. It's a story about unrequited love, misunderstandings, and the bumpy road to rediscovering a connection, but the execution left me wanting more in certain aspects.
First Impressions
The premise immediately drew me in: a female lead harboring a secret love for her husband in a marriage of convenience. The initial chapters successfully set the stage for emotional turmoil, hinting at the potential for both heartbreak and eventual reconciliation. I was eager to see how the author would navigate the complexities of their relationship.
What Works Well
I appreciated the focus on the central love story. The novel truly shines in depicting the slow burn of mutual affection that develops between the leads, especially after their initial separation. The author does a good job portraying how biases and assumptions can distort perceptions, preventing genuine communication. I found the idea that the characters needed to dismantle these barriers to truly connect to be compelling. The side characters were also well-developed, adding depth and richness to the narrative, making the world feel more alive. The angst and the longing were palpable, and I was rooting for them to overcome their issues and find happiness.
Areas of Concern
The female lead's characterization proved to be a sticking point for me. Her actions sometimes felt unreasonable and difficult to justify, particularly when it came to communicating her feelings (or lack thereof). While the author may have intended to portray her as a flawed and relatable character, her behavior occasionally veered into frustrating territory. This made it hard to fully empathize with her journey and made the male lead's patience seem almost saintly. The source of the "big misunderstanding" that leads to their divorce felt somewhat contrived, relying on a lack of communication that seemed out of character at times.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "Obsession" is a decent read with moments of genuine emotional resonance. The second-chance romance is appealing, and the exploration of communication barriers is well-executed. However, the female lead's characterization and the somewhat contrived nature of the central conflict prevent it from reaching its full potential. I'd give it a 3.5 out of 5 stars. It's a story that might resonate with readers who enjoy angst and slow-burn romances, but be prepared for some moments of frustration along the way.
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