Bottom A, Top O

Innocent looking but is actually a scheming lawyer Omega (gong) x Gentle and honest police officer Alpha (shou) Nie Zihang and Yu Jingxuan’s first encounter took place in the police station late at night. Because his omega lover had cheated on him with an alpha, he had tossed a sphere of concentrated pheromone extract into a packed hot pot restaurant. He had to tell his lover that all alphas were wild animals that couldn’t tell friend from foe when they sense pheromones. The story concluded with him being questioned by a police officer who, despite his gentle voice and dainty features, turned out to be an alpha as well. “Mr. Nie, as a lawyer, don’t you think it’s bad to deliberately break the law?” The alpha asked him. Nie Zihang casually tossed a video recording of the incident while smiling. “In accordance with the ABO Protection Act, my actions were lawful as self-defense. Officer Yu, you should not show unprincipled favoritism to wrongdoers simply because he’s an alpha, okay?” The alpha courteously released him. He assumed the issue was over until the next day, when a familiar face arrived at the law firm. A casually dressed Yu Jingxuan entered his office and mused, “Mr. Nie has a strong animosity against alphas. Would you mind if I asked you for help suing an ex-boyfriend? I want his reputation to go down.” Nie Zihang arched his brow. “Oh? More information would be appreciated.” Only then did he learn that Yu Jingxuan was also engaged in AA relationships. His ex-boyfriend had also cheated on him with an omega. Since AO is the right path, why don’t we give it a try? Anyhow, the gender also coincided well.

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Bottom A, Top O "Bottom A, Top O" promised a fluffy, role-reversal omegaverse story, and for the most part, it delivered a sweet and enjoyable experience. It's a quick read, perfect for when you need a dose of pure, unadulterated fluff. While it wasn't without its minor flaws, the overall experience left me with a warm, fuzzy feeling. ### First Impressions The premise immediately grabbed my attention: an Omega top and an Alpha bottom navigating a society that struggles to understand their preferences. The initial chapters are undeniably cute, showcasing the blossoming relationship between Nie Zihang and Yu Jingxuan. I was intrigued by the societal commentary hinted at in the beginning, where both leads are considered "gay" for liking their own secondary gender. ### What Works Well The core of this novel is the sweet and wholesome relationship between the main characters. Yu Jingxuan, the Alpha bottom, is undeniably precious, and Nie Zihang, the Omega top, is a gentle and affectionate partner. Many readers, including myself, appreciated the lack of forced pheromone-driven interactions, which is a refreshing change from many omegaverse stories. The story also touches on themes of societal expectations and the courage to defy them. I also enjoyed that the story is told from the perspective of the MC. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the fluff, I can see why some readers found the characterizations a bit stereotypical despite the role reversal. The Alpha bottom, in particular, seemed to lose some of his initial strength and reliability as the story progressed, becoming overly submissive. I also noticed that the translation quality seemed to dip later in the story, becoming somewhat stilted and redundant. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have pointed out plot details that could be considered spoilers. Proceed with caution! * The MC's ex-omega cheated with the ML's ex-alpha. * The ML is a rare alpha that is able to conceive children. ### Final Verdict Despite some minor shortcomings, "Bottom A, Top O" is a delightful and heartwarming read. If you're looking for a short, fluffy omegaverse story with a unique dynamic and minimal angst, I'd definitely recommend giving it a try. While the characters may fall into some familiar tropes, the overall sweetness and role reversal make it a worthwhile and enjoyable experience.