After The Despised Adopted Son Was Forced Into an Arranged Marriage

“Let me correct that, I wasn’t forced! I volunteered!” Bai Xu, a genius investor, suddenly finds himself transmigrated into a novel about the power struggles of a wealthy family, becoming the most despised adopted son of the Bai family. The original host was an orphan who became the nominal young master of the Bai family only because a fortune teller once said his fate was strong enough to ward off disasters. The original host had good looks but was timid and dull, holding the title of young master in name only, even the servants could bully him. Things worsened after the powerful patriarch of the Bai family passed away. For business interests, the Bai family members forced the original host into a marriage with the third young master of the Shang family, who was in a coma due to a car accident, under the pretext of a ‘bringing good fortune’ wedding. Within less than a year, the original host was used and ultimately died in the Shang family’s power struggles. Bai Xu, having just transmigrated for three days, found himself in the midst of a grand forced marriage scene. Facing the scheming and calculating members of the Bai family, Bai Xu glanced at his unconscious fiancé on the hospital bed and proactively said: “Marriage is ultimately a matter between the two families. Since my future fiancé isn’t available, just transfer the bride price and dowry directly to my account once you’ve settled everything.” The Bai family members, caught off guard by his blunt demand for money: “?” After the terms were settled and the ward door closed, Bai Xu hummed happily: “Tsk, tsk, tsk, good-looking but in a coma, wealthy family but can’t control me. Where else could I find such a perfect deal— an effectively null and transparent marriage? It’s practically free money~” Shang Yanxiao, who was pretending to be in a coma: “……”

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on After The Despised Adopted Son Was Forced Into an Arranged Marriage "After The Despised Adopted Son Was Forced Into an Arranged Marriage" is quite a ride! It's a blend of drama, fantasy, romance, and yaoi that definitely kept me turning the pages, though not always for the reasons I expected. ### First Impressions The premise immediately grabbed me. An adopted son, an arranged marriage – classic tropes with the potential for great storytelling. I was intrigued by the promise of a clever protagonist navigating complex family relationships and business dealings. I dove in expecting a satisfying blend of romance and strategic maneuvering. ### What Works Well The core relationship between the MC and ML is a definite highlight. I appreciated that their connection wasn't based on the typical "opposites attract" dynamic. Instead, they felt like kindred spirits, understanding each other on a deeper level. The face-slapping moments are also incredibly satisfying, especially early on. There is a lot to enjoy with the plot, and the ending is well done and tidy. ### Areas of Concern While the romance bloomed early, it sometimes felt like the MC's career building took a backseat. I found myself wanting more depth in his business endeavors. While he's hyped as a genius investor, his actions sometimes felt more like luck than strategic brilliance. The family infighting, while present, didn't offer much that felt fresh or new. At times, the plot felt drawn out, especially concerning the antagonists. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers may want to skip this section to avoid spoilers. The identity of the murderer is apparent far too early, which diminishes the tension in the latter half of the novel. I was also not a fan of the side couple relationship. ### Final Verdict Overall, "After The Despised Adopted Son Was Forced Into an Arranged Marriage" is a decent read. The romance is heartwarming, and the MC's cleverness is engaging. However, the pacing issues and somewhat predictable plot prevent it from reaching its full potential. If you're looking for a sweet romance with some satisfying face-slapping moments, this might be worth your time. Just be prepared for some familiar tropes and a plot that occasionally meanders.