Retirement is Not Allowed
By 성탄야
2025
Description
Sherys Belkian. The only daughter of the Belkian family, whom all doctors said would die young before reaching adulthood. The delicate rose of Belkian. The withered winter snowflake lady. Edward was the only mage who could treat her condition. “Now you won’t fall ill without me, and I was thinking it’s about time I looked for other work.” After untangling her twisted mana and opening up the pathways, the young lady who had grown up healthy and strong had become an Aura Master. Thinking this was enough, he was about to leave to find another path when— CRASH. The entire office window was torn away as a cool breeze rushed in. Sherys, who had barely managed to find a single scratch on her perfectly fine fingertips, squeezed it with both hands and showed him a tiny drop of blood no bigger than an ant’s tear, while pitifully drooping her eyebrows. “I’m hurt, Eddie.” “……” “Make it better.” ……Retirement seems difficult. There was nowhere to retreat. Edward looked up at Sherys, who had trapped him in her arms while he pressed his back firmly against the chair. “What if I told you I have a lover?” “Since I can’t bear to see you cry, I’d have to give up cleanly. While keeping a watchful eye for opportunities, of course.” Is that really giving up cleanly? While her words sounded innocent, her expression looked quite displeased. Without realizing it, he became frightened and asked again. “What if I don’t have one?” “Unless you throw a tantrum saying you hate it to death, I’ll use all my strength to seduce you.” “……And that’s the current situation?” “Yes.”
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- intime
- Original Language
- korean
- Type
- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on Retirement is Not Allowed
"Retirement is Not Allowed" certainly grabbed my attention with its premise, blending adventure, fantasy, romance, and the supernatural. The idea of a genius protagonist navigating age regression and destiny in a European-esque setting is definitely appealing. However, after diving in, I have mixed feelings about how well the story delivers on its initial promise.
First Impressions
The early chapters are a bit of a slow burn. We're introduced to the protagonist as a child, and much of the initial narrative revolves around his interactions with the female lead, who is also quite young. While early romance can be charming, the pacing felt a little sluggish, and I was left wanting more substantial plot development. I kept waiting for the story to really take off.
What Works Well
The world-building is intriguing, even if it's unveiled gradually. The author clearly has a vision for the magical elements and the societal structures within the story. I appreciate the hints of a grander destiny at play, and the protagonist's inherent genius does offer moments of compelling problem-solving. The early romance, though slow-paced, has the potential to blossom into something meaningful as the characters mature.
Areas of Concern
My main reservation lies in the pacing and character consistency. There are moments where characters seem to act illogically, seemingly just to create artificial tension. This can be frustrating, especially when it detracts from the established intelligence or motivations of the characters. I also found myself wishing for more consistent progress in the overarching plot. While slice-of-life elements can be enjoyable, they need to be balanced with a sense of forward momentum. The story sometimes feels like it's meandering without a clear direction. The early chapters can feel tedious, with not much plot progression.
Final Verdict
"Retirement is Not Allowed" has a solid foundation with its unique premise and intriguing world. However, the slow pacing and occasional character inconsistencies hold it back from reaching its full potential. While the early romance and hints of destiny are captivating, the story needs to find a better balance between character development and plot progression to truly shine. It's a novel with promise, but one that requires patience and a willingness to overlook some of its flaws.
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