The trial difficulty selection screen is interactive. Su Ye could have chosen Normal but goes for Abyss because he needs resources fast. This ties back to his orphan background and lack of support. He has to take risks. It’s a logical choice given his troops, but it also sets up potential future consequences if he overestimates.
If you're in search of a delightful and heartwarming story, I wholeheartedly recommend this novel! The narrative begins with the protagonist as an infant, and I truly appreciate how the author skillfully incorporates logical elements into the baby's growth process. Unlike many other stories that often overlook this aspect, this one pays careful attention, making the reading experience feel more authentic and relatable. The writing style is engaging and captivating; I found myself thoroughly immersed in the story without a hint of boredom, even though the pace is slightly slow. The author takes the time to delve into the details of the character's age progression, which enhances the depth of the storyline. There's also a manga adaptation of this work, but I must mention that, in comparison to the novel, the manga feels a bit sluggish in its pacing. For those who, like me, are impatient to find out what happens next, I resorted to machine translation to keep up with the plot. Fortunately, the translations are quite readable and do justice to the original text! Overall, I genuinely love this story and can’t get enough of it. If you enjoy narratives that evoke warmth and happiness, this is definitely a gem you shouldn’t miss!
The wet nurse being sent by the old madam is a good twist. It implies the grandmother might be behind the harm, which makes the family conflict even messier. I’m eager to see how Yun Jinglan navigates the power dynamics within the mansion.
The language translation feels a bit rough in places, but that adds a unique charm. Phrases like "chicken-feather mid-term mobilization meeting" are clearly direct translations, but they carry the original style. I can imagine the Chinese slang behind it. The workers' dialogues are coarse and real. For English readers, some parts might seem clunky, but it's part of the web novel flavor. I've read enough translated novels to appreciate this. It's not polished, but it has personality. The author doesn't try to be overly literary.
I keep thinking about the “dog gang” and “wolf gang” he mentioned earlier. Those names are both dumb and terrifying. The fact that he wasted only half a box of bullets on them suggests he’s getting smarter about combat. I want to know more about these factions without a full info dump.
Song Chuhuai, the twin brother, is adorable and fierce. Him blocking the aunts with his tiny arms and saying "I won't be polite" made me smile. It's nice that the sibling bond is strong, and he's not afraid to speak up even when elders are yelling.
Tsunade as a little kid with her dice cup and her innocent curiosity is adorable. The way she swings Kozō like a toy and then falls asleep on him is sweet, but also a little funny because Kozō is supposed to be this scary water bear. The interaction adds warmth to the story and makes me care about their bond.
The minor character of "Fan, the Divine Physician" is an interesting foil. He's the one who performed the neutering, and now he's being touted as the "new generation Yin Yang Ghost Doctor." It creates a nice irony: the guy who crippled Su Chen's manhood becomes famous, while Su Chen has actually gained the true medical legacy. That's set up for a future "reveal" where Su Chen proves himself the real healer. I'm guessing that's where the Xiao Caiyin subplot is going. Good foreshadowing.
Zhao Gao’s fear of the archer even twenty years later shows that raw power can trump political influence. The guy is the head of the Net, but he knows he can’t survive an assassination from a Heavenly-Human level archer. That kind of vulnerability in a usually untouchable villain is refreshing. It reminds us that even schemers have real threats.