Deep Kiss

At the dinner party, He Shuyu’s Haute Couture evening dress was spilled with red wine. The culprit was a part-time student from Jiang University. He had pale cool-toned skin, a red mole at the end of his eye, and a tie tied around his shirt, both cold and desirable. He bent over with his head down and was scolded by the manager, telling him to apologize, but his fingers were taut and straight as he clasped his tray. He Shuyu stroked her ring slowly and thought to herself – young people nowadays are quite stubborn. He Shuyu helped him up by putting her hands on his shoulders, pushing a business card into his suit pocket and whispered into his ear in full view of everyone. “Here’s my contact information.” As she hoped, she saw his lips tighten. He Shuyu smiled lightly and tapped the mole at the end of his eye, whispering, “I’ll wait for you.”

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Deep Kiss "Deep Kiss" promised a refreshing take on the romance genre, and for the most part, it delivered. The role reversal, with a powerful female CEO pursuing a younger, somewhat shy male lead, was immediately appealing. The story is complete and the translation is ongoing. ### First Impressions From the get-go, I was intrigued by the premise. A domineering female CEO isn't exactly a common sight in web novels, and the idea of her chasing after a seemingly meek male lead was a fun twist. I went in expecting some playful teasing, and that's exactly what I got. I was definitely hooked by the first few chapters. ### What Works Well The dynamic between the leads is undoubtedly the strongest aspect of "Deep Kiss." The female lead is proactive and takes initiative, which is a breath of fresh air. I loved how she wasn't forceful, respecting the male lead's boundaries and giving him space when needed. The male lead, while initially shy, is shown to be quietly strong and determined to improve himself, which prevents the relationship from becoming unbalanced. The lack of unnecessary drama and angst was also a major plus for me; it made for a light and enjoyable read. ### Areas of Concern While I thoroughly enjoyed the story, I did find the ending to be somewhat abrupt. It felt like the author had more to explore, especially regarding the male lead's family situation. The introduction of his family felt somewhat rushed and underdeveloped, leaving me wanting more. I also noticed that some aspects mentioned in the synopsis didn't fully materialize in the story, such as the "spoiled brats" trying to break them up. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Several reviewers mentioned that the story ends after the male lead proposes, so there's no wedding shown. Also, the female lead's fiancé is barely present and doesn't act as an antagonist. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Deep Kiss" is a sweet and enjoyable read, particularly if you're looking for a romance with a unique dynamic. The strong female lead and the supportive relationship make it stand out from the crowd. While the ending felt a bit rushed and some plot points could have been further developed, the novel offers a delightful and refreshing take on the romance genre. I'd recommend it for anyone seeking a lighthearted and engaging story with a strong female lead and a sweet male lead.