Jiang Li’s fight scene is short but incredible. She kicks a 200-jin strong man into a leather sofa like he’s nothing, and the second brother’s reaction—"Σ(⊙▽⊙)"—is priceless. It’s such a power move that completely silences the room. The contrast between her earlier sarcastic rich-girl persona and now this underground big sister is so compelling. It makes you think: what other skills does she have? She’s more than just sharp-tongued.
The description of the sewage pond getting cleaned in an instant was surprisingly satisfying. I could picture it so clearly, all that murky, smelly water just vanishing into a black vortex on a phone screen. And then the purified water gushing back out? The author did a good job with the visuals here, like describing the water being as clear as drinking water. It gives a strong sense of power and control. It’s not just a cool power; it directly solves the problem that was ruining his professional life, which makes it a very cathartic read.
The setup of the "field infiltration team" is very clear. Action, Intelligence, Telecom—it's like a D&D party for spies. Each has a clear role, and their dynamic should be fun to watch. I hope Lin Chen manages to somehow get one of them on his side.
1 The scene where Shen Shuangyu tells Granny Zhao "Get out" was so cathartic. For the first time, she uses the authority she technically has but never exercised. The floating text’s surprised reaction mimicked my own feelings. It really shows how deep her passivity had been.
The fishy part where Qiu Feng says “It's because of the unscrupulous media” reminds me of every real celebrity statement ever. That defense is so overused that when I see it in fiction, I immediately distrust it. The author deliberately chose to make his excuse sound cliché, which makes me think they want readers to be suspicious of Qiu Feng. It’s smart writing; most readers will catch onto the trope and question his honesty.
I'm a little bit on the fence about Jueming the Demonic Monk. He's built up as a Houtian Realm expert who's killed multiple waves of Jinyiwei, but he gets offed almost instantly when Jiang Chen's system activates. It kind of cheapens his threat level. Could have been a better buildup.
The pacing in the beginning is perfect we start with high-stakes drama then transition to the baby's survival fight then to her growing up and fighting spirits - never a dull moment.
1 The writing sometimes falls into a repetitive rhythm—lots of “said,” “asked,” “replied.” There’s a slight tendency to tell us what the characters feel (e.g., “Jing Qiurong’s heart ached”) rather than showing it. But the urgent scenes carry the day. When the author focuses on action and short exchanges, it sings. The emotional beats work despite the prose, not because of it.
I have mixed feelings about the little maid Ino. She's loyal to a fault and that's refreshing, but her personality is still very cardboard. She exists to serve Li Er's needs, both narrative and emotional. Her thoughts about persuading the princess to serve Li Er willingly made me cringe a bit. I hope she gets more depth than just being a devoted accessory.
Kumilony is my favorite so far. She's kind, gentle, but also has a playful side – she blushed when Chicheng joked about her and Iz having a child. She's also clearly powerful (High Priest of the Temple of Life, even if only level 5). The fact that she uses a ring to store items and can heal almost anything makes her feel like a classic fantasy cleric. I'm curious about her backstory. Why is a High Priest out dungeon diving with a low-level team? There's mystery there. Also, her comment about Proficiency Mastery being ordinary might be a hint that she knows more than she lets on.