
the subplots and some supposedly thrilling occurrences were shown in such... a flat narrative that it felt like reading a thesis or an academic article rather than a fantasy fiction
lowkey felt like ML and MC have zero chemistry too tbh... i'll prolly read up until the 2nd ML is introduced and see if the plot picks up then

i'm only on the 1st few chapters and i love it so far. i don't want any arc spoilers but i do want to confirm if the 'flame emperor' guy is defo dead as a doornail?
he's a different flavor of trash than the ones i usually like, so i don't want to be dogged by the unpleasant thought that he'll somehow be resurrected as a plottwist and seek some vengeance on MC
you will not be missed :'(