Blue Moonlight

Yu Xinqiao lived a smooth-sailing life until the age of 24 when he encountered a car accident. After waking up from a coma, he found himself back to his 18-year-old self. He learned that he had become a famous musician, skipping six years of practicing the piano. But what surprised him even more was that he had married the person he had been yearning for since his youth. Xu Yanhuan, who had been as cold as an iceberg towards him before, now became his husband. Yu Xinqiao was puzzled. He had chased after Xu Yanhuan relentlessly in his youth, even giving him a Blue Moonstone he had personally polished, only to be coldly rejected. He tried to regain his memory and asked Xu Yanhuan, “Where did we meet again?” Xu Yanhuan replied, “At the law firm.” Yu Xinqiao asked, “Is it possible that I came to trouble you?” Yu Xinqiao asked, “Then, how did we get married?” Xu Yanhuan said, “You proposed to me.” Yu Xinqiao wondered, “You agreed to marry me just like that? Did I force you or use some kind of trick?” Xu Yanhuan didn’t say anything. He didn’t know that Yu Xinqiao, who had lived a wild and carefree life, only had two things he was persistent about – playing the piano and Xu Yanhuan. Yu Xinqiao also didn’t know that when he left Xu Yanhuan years ago, Xu Yanhuan had come back five minutes later, picked up the Blue Moonstone that had fallen into the mud, brushed off the dirt, and put it in his pocket. Yu Xinqiao asked another question, “Have we ever…kissed after getting married?” Xu Yanhuan replied, “En.” Yu Xinqiao asked, “Occasionally?” Xu Yanhuan answered, “No, every day.”

Original Publisher

chang pei (gongzicp)

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Blue Moonlight "Blue Moonlight" caught my eye with its intriguing premise: a love story rekindled after amnesia wipes away the protagonist's memories. As a sucker for a good amnesia trope and the promise of character growth, I dove right in. ### First Impressions The initial chapters hooked me with the immediate marriage and the protagonist's confusion. Imagine waking up married to your long-time crush, only to have no memory of how it happened! The setup is ripe for drama and emotional exploration. The short length of the novel (around 40 chapters) also appealed to me, promising a concise and focused narrative. ### What Works Well The emotional core of "Blue Moonlight" is undeniably strong. The story explores themes of reconciliation, healing, and rediscovering love, and it does so with a gentle touch. The characters, particularly the male lead, are endearing and elicit a lot of sympathy. I was particularly drawn to the "green flag" nature of the male lead; his devotion and genuine love for the protagonist shine through. The novel avoids unnecessary drama like third-party interference, focusing instead on the internal struggles and misunderstandings between the two main characters. I found the character development to be well-executed, especially considering the novel's length. The author successfully portrays the past misunderstandings between the characters, making their journey toward reconciliation all the more satisfying. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall story, I did find a couple of aspects a little less convincing. The male lead's success as a lawyer at such a young age felt somewhat unrealistic, and the protagonist's continued piano skills despite amnesia stretched my suspension of disbelief. However, these minor points didn't detract significantly from my enjoyment of the overall narrative. Also, the shifting between flashbacks and present day can be a bit jarring at first. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where I get into some spoiler-y territory. One thing to note is that the main characters hadn't really resolved their past issues prior to the amnesia. The protagonist's memory loss forces them to confront the past, which is both a blessing and a curse. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Blue Moonlight" is a sweet and heartwarming story about second chances and the enduring power of love. Despite a few minor flaws, the strong emotional core, endearing characters, and satisfying resolution make it a worthwhile read. If you're looking for a short, character-driven romance with a touch of angst and a lot of heart, I would recommend giving "Blue Moonlight" a try.