This story definitely takes heavy inspiration from The Remarried Empress, and while that might turn some people off, I don’t see anything wrong with it. Many great stories borrow ideas or follow similar themes.
Personally, I really enjoy the main character so far. Compared to the MC in The Remarried Empress, I find her a bit more expressive and layered, even if others might disagree. Her emotions come through clearly, and that helps me connect with her. That said, it’s still early in the story, so it’s hard to say whether it will continue to improve or lose its momentum.
One thing I can say for sure, though: the character designs are absolutely stunning. Easily top 3 for me when it comes to favorite FL and ML visuals. The art is just gorgeous, captivating and beautifully detailed. The FL, in particular, is breathtaking.
Maybe or maybe not. I don’t think remarried empress was the first to come up with the concept. This is a colored Japanese manga if I’m correct(?) and manga stories have been doing plots like these for several years now. If anything, the whole transmigration historical story, started out in Japanese manga, then Korean manhwa authors were inspired by it. Makes sense since manga has been around as paper books and manhwa has only been around for as long as digital screens on phones were available. That’s why you see majority of manhwa are designed in scroll format.
Y’all are gonna think I’m crazy for this but I can’t keep reading this because of her eyebrows. Shit, or lack thereof. Like…the artist didn’t have to do her character design like that. Every time I see her, I get irritated.
Why is Cheheran/cherehan better looking than the main FL is beyond me #－.－)
AHAHAHAHA Girl I looked and I get you. What in the yaoi face is that
Exactly
For me it's the chin. So long, so sharp.
I definitely think the blonde haired guy is the prince and honestly, Eunice deserves it! Her twin sister is such a bitch and a snake and her mom is an opportunist.
FL/MC has such a refreshing personality. She’s sweet but also doesn’t take any shit and I love that.
This is one of those stories where shit just doesn’t made sense. I hate to be nitpickey, but let’s break it down.
You’re telling me she was the top prostitute in her establishment but she blushes like a little school girl? I’m not saying she can’t have a crush and be infatuated, but cmon now.
You’re also telling me that the prince is the ML? The same guy that abandoned her in the beginning? From where I’m sitting, Raul should’ve CLEARLY been the ML. It would make so much more sense. They seem like they would actually have more chemistry and more in common. He literally offered to save her from a life of prostitution in her previous life. And she just forgot him? Hmmmm.
Half-sister was dumb. I would’ve liked to see a little more cat and mouse.
Overall, it’s decent. It’s a quick little read.
No I definitely agree and was thinking the same things. How the heck did she forgive him so quickly?? Even to marry him..? But I do remember her saying that her current body isn’t used to the price. Which is why she blushes so much. But I also wish Raul was the ML since he was there for her in the pervious life.
Right!! Im so tired of stories romanticizing this level of abuse and having the FL forgive and forget, ive dropped so many stories that had so much potential but ended up like this story.
It’s been a minute. Can someone please remind me why that guy didn’t want their performance to be anything noteworthy? I really hope this gets another anime season!
If I remember correctly, it's because it will be more complicated if their performance is amazing. If they are amazing, they will have to win or at least place - if they win/place, people might think it's unfair and that some cheating happened because of the scandal. So, the judges doesn't really want them to win because of the backlash. So, better for them to be not good so they don't have to face the dilemma.
This is one of the better Webtoons I’ve read recently! I love that it’s not super slowwwww and dragged out. I can’t stand when they have the main characters stay kids for 40+ chapters. I like that the author didn’t do that.
It’s easy to follow. The MC is super likeable in my opinion.
Someone commented that the MC doesn’t have a personality. I would disagree. She’s cunning (in a good way), smart, and kind. She’s kind without being a pushover which is rare to find in these stories!
The art is freaking gorgeous. It’s easy to understand the villain’s end goal and also the goal of the MC and how she’s going to take down the villain. Solid writing and story building.
This is the kind of GL stories I need! I’m living for it. I want this to become an anime so bad. The art. The clothing style. Ughhhhhh. I need to see it animated. Not sure how it would work with all the classic rock in there (copyright). Also, as a rock n roll fan, this story is *chefs kiss*. Music is the window to the soul.
More futch women in gl!!
1. The art is spectacular. Delicious. Give me 14 more of them. I do wish the author made Daun and Areum look a little bit different. At least the eye or hair color. That’s just me though.
2. I truly believe that Daun has or will have genuine feelings for Seula. It seemed like Daun fell for her all the way back in middle school (maybe?). Nuri (Dauns ex) is going to be a problem. I know an antagonist when I see one. But it does seem like Daun is playing around with her but then she’ll end up realizing that she really likes Seula.
3. I don’t think Areum has feelings for Seula. I’ve seen people writing that and I just don’t get that vibe at all. It seems like Areum likes the man she’s engaged to but it seems like he’s flaky which is making her have second thoughts (understandable). I think it’s clear that Seula and Daun are endgame.
Ten whole ass years ago? I get that hurt people hurt people, but seriously, let it go. Get help. It's wild that grown adults are getting involved in a teenager’s love life... with another teenager. Bombastic side eye. If she were spiraling (bad grades, acting out) I’d get it. But both of their parents are in the loop and totally chill with it, so… make it make sense.
That said, I’m definitely looking forward to the villain origin story .
On a brighter note: I love the friendships in this manga! It gives off strong Kono Oto Tomare! Sounds of Life vibes. Less romance-forward, more friendship-driven, but still with some heart-fluttering moments. Highly recommend checking that one out too. There’s an anime for it on Hulu!
Oh! And speaking of anime: The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity anime is dropping on Netflix, September 7th in case you missed the news!