The Villainous Mastermind Gets Lucky in His Later Years

By 설이수

3.2

CompletedkoreanWeb Novel

Genres

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fantasy romance supernatural

Chapters

215 chapters

Started

2021

Description

I reincarnated as the Grand Duke’s fake daughter. “Live as though you’re a dead rat. If you dare tarnish the family name, I’ll tear you apart.” In place of the real daughter, the fake that had been adopted turned out to be a troublemaker.Though even if I use my own hands to ruin the family’s reputation, it was already a mess in the first place. Let’s not worry about it. It’s a household that would fall to ruin in eight years anyway, so I plan to just save up a whole lot for my escape fund. But then… “You’re the bad one, but why do I keep feeling like this?”“Do not tarnish the family name, that’s what I said. But who told you to be so disgracefully hurt like this?”“The owner of the name Ophelia—it’s you. Without a doubt.” Why are you all doing this to me when it’s time for me to leave?Besides that, wasn’t it with the real daughter that you all wanted to grow old with for like a hundred years? ‘Why… Is the luck that I have in my later years so terrible?’ * * * “My eyes, they’re unpleasant. Because they’re black…” With a blank expression, I looked down at the villainous mastermind, who was still young at this moment. “Unpleasant?” Those dark eyes, with a radiant brilliance,Like a flowing river,So far ahead and so invigorating that they could feed the entire nation.No matter how ragged he looked and regardless of how much of a beggar he seemed, they could not be hidden. ‘The eyes of an emperor.’ And more than that… It’s no joke how amazing his luck will be in his later years.To the extent that I wouldn’t mind betting my entire life on him.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: yeondam
Original Language: korean
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on The Villainous Mastermind Gets Lucky in His Later Years

"The Villainous Mastermind Gets Lucky in His Later Years" is a novel that immediately caught my attention with its intriguing title and promise of a unique fantasy story. Having read through a good chunk of the available chapters, I have mixed feelings, but overall, I find myself drawn to the narrative.

First Impressions

The initial chapters do a good job of setting the stage. We're introduced to a world filled with aristocracy and complex family relationships. The protagonist's backstory is compelling, and I was immediately invested in seeing how she navigates her challenging circumstances. The manhwa adaptation certainly enhances the experience, bringing the characters and world to life with beautiful artwork.

What Works Well

I particularly appreciate the female lead's character. She's intelligent, resourceful, and far from naive. Her knowledge and abilities as a fortune teller drive the plot forward in interesting ways. While the reliance on astrology and horoscopes might not appeal to everyone, I found it to be a unique and engaging element of the story. The slow-burn romance with the male lead is also quite charming, and I'm eager to see their relationship develop further. The author does a good job of building intrigue, leaving me wanting to know more about the characters and the world they inhabit.

Areas of Concern

One major point of contention for me, and seemingly for other readers, is the potential for a redemption arc for the protagonist's abusive family. I share the concern that forgiving such egregious acts of child abuse would feel unearned and ultimately unsatisfying. It would be a disservice to the protagonist's suffering and undermine the overall impact of the story. I sincerely hope the author avoids this trope and allows the protagonist to find true justice and healing.

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Final Verdict

Despite my reservations about the potential for a disappointing resolution to the family conflict, I'm still invested in "The Villainous Mastermind Gets Lucky in His Later Years." The strong female lead, intriguing plot, and engaging world-building keep me coming back for more. If the author can avoid the pitfalls of a forced redemption arc, this could easily become a truly exceptional story. As it stands, I'm cautiously optimistic and eager to see where the narrative goes.

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