
Girls get caught up being told they have to be with a certain type of man to be happy. I'm glad to read a female MV who finds she loves someone who is kind and genuine and she comes to terms with what that might mean for societal expectations and the future. Honestly super refreshing to read an adult in adult relationships.

The MC is so dull. I'm still going to continue cause it's only the beginning but damn, he's so boring to learn about. Other music themed MCs have an aura and passion whether regressed, reborn, etc. They thrive on music or performing. Not only do I not like him, he doesn't show those aspects? It could also be the pacing and art style (similar to "I was just an ordinary lady"). Super round faces and eyes. Hope it gets better.

This world is known for nobles to not be monogamous to their married partner. She's adapted to the times. If she never thought she would have a monogamous partner, why would she be upset if he has a lover?
What I don't like is the non con sex. Continuous non con sex. I don't know when this was officially written (for shoujo of a certain time, this was "acceptable") but... Ugh. Icky.
But as a whole, if this wasn't written in this comedic tone, this wouldn't get readers. All the characters are very very pragmatic. Ruthlessly practical. Torture, drugs, and r*pe are common and accepted tactics to win. Power is absolute. None of them shy away from these things and anything and everyone is a tool. That's why the "undefeated king" is praised by everyone, his "devotion" to his people is unheard of.
Readers are too used to characters that are unproblematic. Easily identifiable. These are all grey/dark characters. This reminds me of HP grey/dark fanfiction tbh. ┑( ̄Д  ̄)┍
This is some super slow development while MC is raising flags for himself everywhere. Yaoi Otome Game???? Style