The Chairman’s Mistaken Canary

By gu sanyue, 顾三跃

4.4

CompletedchineseWeb Novel

Genres

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adult comedy romance yaoi

Chapters

Started

2020

Description

Zhuo Shu recently acquired himself a small-time celebrity, cool, aloof, and exuding an air of abstinence. He was low-maintenance, neither clingy nor demanding, and keeping him around required little effort. Moreover, his presence added to Zhuo Shu’s social cachet. The only downside? This small-time celebrity seemed entirely uninterested in advancing his career. One evening, Zhuo Shu decided to take the initiative and asked, “So, tell me, what resources do you desire?” Ying Tongchen replied, “Resources? Hmm… the deluxe edition of NCEE Study Guide, Gaokao Mock Exam Compilation, and English Grammar Explained should do.” Zhuo Shu: …??? —— Ying Tongchen, a respectable and accomplished English teacher, somehow found himself entangled with an exceptionally attractive man. This wealthy, visionary, and steadfast man, however, seemed to have an unusual hobby—transferring money. Staring at the extra string of zeros in his bank account, Ying Tongchen remarked, “I’m an upstanding person.” Zhuo Shu: …??? *** A seemingly aloof yet secretly passionate shou × A rich gong who seamlessly alternates between domineering and clueless.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: jjwxc
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

The Chairman’s Mistaken Canary Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on The Chairman’s Mistaken Canary

This novel was a delightful surprise! I went in expecting a typical CEO romance, but what I found was a hilarious and heartwarming story about two adults navigating a ridiculously complicated misunderstanding. "The Chairman's Mistaken Canary" is a fun, quick read that left me smiling.

First Impressions

The premise is undeniably intriguing: a cool and collected teacher, Ying Tongcheng, gets mistaken for someone else by a domineering CEO, Zhuo Shu. The ensuing chaos, built on a foundation of miscommunication and assumptions, is what initially hooked me. I was immediately drawn to the comedic potential of this setup and eager to see how the author would play it out.

What Works Well

The humor is definitely the strongest aspect of this novel. The author does a fantastic job of creating situations where the MC and ML are completely at cross-purposes, yet their conversations somehow still make a twisted kind of sense. Zhuo Shu's attempts to be an overbearing CEO are constantly undermined by his own goofy personality, leading to some truly laugh-out-loud moments. I also appreciated the mature and competent portrayal of the MC. He's not a damsel in distress; he's a capable individual who handles the ML's antics with a mixture of amusement and exasperation. The side characters add so much to the story. Zhuo Shu's family is wonderfully supportive and a bit eccentric, while Ying Tongcheng's friends provide a grounding influence and plenty of witty banter. The found family aspect is genuinely heartwarming.

Areas of Concern

While I thoroughly enjoyed the novel, I can see how the central misunderstanding could become grating for some readers. It does stretch on for a significant portion of the story, and the contrivances required to maintain it can feel a bit forced at times. However, I personally found the comedic payoff to be worth it.

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Final Verdict

Despite some minor pacing issues, "The Chairman's Mistaken Canary" is a highly enjoyable novel. The humor is spot-on, the characters are endearing, and the romance is sweet and satisfying. If you're looking for a lighthearted and funny danmei with a healthy dose of fluff, I highly recommend giving this one a try. I'd give it a solid 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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