The Villain Forced Me to Eat Soft Rice Novel Review

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By 八月中林

3.7

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Genres

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fantasy romance sci-fi yaoi

Chapters

77 chapters

Started

2021

Description

Jiang Ling found himself transmigrated into an Interstellar world, in which he was the cannon fodder eldest prince and the useless older brother of the male lead. Right now, he was the war prisoner of the enemy country. According to the plot, he, a good-for-nothing, would keep getting into trouble and, finally, die tragically at the hands of the brutal enemy ruler. When Jiang Ling saw the not-so-handsome, disabled enemy ruler, Chu Wenyu, he quietly thought of a way to escape. Instead of taking risks, Jiang Ling waited patiently for the day he would be rescued. The main character, leading a fleet of warships, planned to defeat the enemy country in one go. Chu Wenyu, stuck in a wheelchair, had a serious face when facing the enemy forces. But when he saw his loved one slowly walking towards the enemy, tears welled up in his eyes, and he couldn’t control his emotions. Watching the person with shrunken legs rolling on the ground, desperately crawling in the dirt, his hands stained with blood, determined to reach him. Jiang Ling helplessly pulled him into his arms and muttered, “You’re really a troublesome old devil.” Many years later, when reporters asked the interstellar ruler how he went from being a weak prince to a powerful leader, Jiang Ling chuckled and said, “Well, it all started with a bowl of soft rice… This old devil forced me to eat hard rice.” Serious and gentle attack X Affectionate and tyrant bottom. Reading Guide: 1. Spoiling each other! Spoiling each other! Spoiling each other!2. If the writing isn’t good, feel free to skip.3. Any unfamiliar or strange settings are the author’s personal ideas.4. Contains ABO elements, with top A and bottom O, no MPreg.

Publication Information

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Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on The Villain Forced Me to Eat Soft Rice

"The Villain Forced Me to Eat Soft Rice" is definitely a web novel that evokes strong feelings, and after diving in, I can see why. With a blend of sci-fi, fantasy, romance, and yaoi elements, it presents a unique, if sometimes bumpy, ride. The premise is intriguing: a seemingly powerless prince held hostage by a powerful, possessive villain who forces him to rely on him. The question is, does it deliver?

First Impressions

Going in, I was immediately curious about the dynamic between the MC and ML. The initial chapters definitely establish the power imbalance and the ML's obsessive tendencies. I was intrigued to see how the MC would navigate this complex relationship.

What Works Well

The core of the story, the relationship between Jiang Ling and Chu Wenyu, is both its greatest strength and its biggest point of contention. I found myself drawn to the unusual dynamic of a seemingly gentle alpha MC and a powerful, possessive omega-turned-alpha ML. The story explores themes of possessiveness stemming from insecurity, and how the characters attempt to navigate those feelings. Many readers praised the way the disability of the ML was portrayed, adding a layer of complexity to his character. Some enjoyed how the MC "tames" the tyrant, and how they eventually find a balance in their relationship.

Areas of Concern

However, the execution is where things get a little shaky. The ML's actions definitely teeter on the edge of being problematic, and I can understand why some readers found his behavior disturbing and even abusive. There's a fine line between "yandere" and genuinely toxic, and at times, the story struggles to maintain that balance. Some also felt that the world-building was lacking. For a futuristic setting, some of the technological aspects felt underdeveloped and inconsistent. Others found the ending rushed and the last arc disappointing, with sudden shifts in focus and power levels that felt unearned.

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Final Verdict

"The Villain Forced Me to Eat Soft Rice" is a web novel with a lot of potential, but it's not without its flaws. If you're looking for a short, angsty romance with a unique power dynamic and you're willing to overlook some questionable behavior, you might find it enjoyable. However, if you're sensitive to themes of manipulation and possessiveness, or if you prefer a more polished and consistent plot, this might not be the story for you. Overall, I'd say it's a decent read, but proceed with caution.