We Monsters Are Not Allowed to Be Single

By xiu sheng, 绣生

4.3

CompletedchineseWeb Novel

Genres

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comedy fantasy mystery romance supernatural yaoi

Chapters

211 chapters

Started

2020

Description

After the 108th Monster Population Census, the Monster Family Planning Office issued a new regulation: Given the rising single monster population, which poses a threat to the society and undermines the harmony between humans and monsters, Monster Family Planning Office decided that from this day onward it’s forbidden to be a single monster of marriageable age. As a result, Ying Qiao and Tao Tie, two ancient monsters who had remained single ever since their creation, were forced to go on a blind date. To discourage their date, they both decided to lie about what they truly were. Ying Qiao: “I am an orphan snake monster with no house and car under my name. My monthly salary is three thousand yuan. Can’t afford social insurance.” Tao Tie: “I have a temporary job and eight brothers living off my eighty yuan daily salary.” They both agreed they were not a good fit for each other. But under pressure, they agreed to put on a show to set a good example for the benefit of the new regulation. They planned to be a fake couple. A foreign monster entered their nation illegally and committed many crimes. Jiang City Monster Bureau was put on high alert, and elite members were deployed to hunt for the suspect. After having his dragon scales polished, Ying Qiao spread his wings and joined the hunt. Putting his brother into his pocket, Tao Tie went out to join the hunt too. In the sky above Jiang City, they had a chance encounter. Curling his tail to hide his expensive jade tail ring, Ying Qiao said.” I am on a business trip.” Putting his hand behind his back to hide his wristwatch worth a million, Tao Tie said.” What a coincidence, so am I.” Knowing that their lies were exposed, they stared at each other long and hard. They both said, “We will settle accounts after getting back.”

Publication Information

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

We Monsters Are Not Allowed to Be Single Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on We Monsters Are Not Allowed to Be Single

"We Monsters Are Not Allowed to Be Single" is a delightful romp through a world where ancient mythical creatures are just trying to make it in the modern age, and apparently, the government is pushing for them to couple up! I found myself chuckling quite a bit while reading this.

First Impressions

The premise is immediately engaging: two powerful, ancient beings, our MC and ML, end up on a blind date set up by the government due to a monster "singles crisis." To avoid the date, they both lie about their identities, leading to a cascade of hilarious misunderstandings. It's a recipe for fluffy, feel-good fun, and I was definitely hooked from the beginning.

What Works Well

The humor is definitely a standout. The sheer absurdity of these powerful beings trying to maintain their mundane disguises, coupled with their internal monologues, is comedy gold. Many readers praised the interactions between the MC and ML, especially the constant cover-ups and the lengths they go to in order to maintain their facades. I also enjoyed the world-building; the integration of ancient mythology into a modern setting is well-executed. The side characters, especially the MC's brothers and the ML's secretary, add to the comedic effect and bring a lot of charm to the story. The romance, while perhaps a bit rushed for some, is undeniably cute and wholesome. I found it endearing how the ML, despite his power, is completely flustered by the MC.

Areas of Concern

While I mostly enjoyed the novel, I can see where some readers might find fault. A few felt the plot became a bit plain at times and that the "no monster should be single" plot thread was forgotten. The misunderstandings, while initially funny, could potentially become tiresome if dragged out for too long. Also, the dynamic of the ML initially seeing the MC as a "cub" to raise might bother some readers.

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Final Verdict

Overall, I'd say "We Monsters Are Not Allowed to Be Single" is a solid read if you're looking for a lighthearted and funny story with a dash of supernatural mystery. It's not groundbreaking literature, but it's a genuinely enjoyable and entertaining experience. I'd recommend it, especially if you're a fan of the "hiding identities" trope and enjoy a healthy dose of fluff.

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