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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.