Fake Dating the Amnesiac School Prince

Zhen Yuanbai, the good student, accidentally injured Shi Bufan, the school bully, after a crash. Blood spilled everywhere. After the ambulance took Shi Bufan to the hospital, Zhen Yuanbai walked home, trembling in fear. He pleads for his parents to transfer him to another school. As expected, his parents rejected his request. Zhen Yuanbai has no choice but to brace himself to go and apologize to Shi Bufan. Hopefully, he will show mercy while giving him a beating. Who knew — Shi Bufan had amnesia. Zhen Yuanbai couldn’t control his happiness. You really don’t know me? I’m your friend. After he lied and claimed to be Shi Bufan’s friend, Zhen Yuanbai quickly realized that he looked at himself strangely. Until one day, Shi Bufan pushed him against the wall. He pecked his bewildered face and lowly chuckled. What friends? I knew that you like me and used this opportunity to get close to me… Be good. I’ll give you a chance. Call me hubby. Zhen Yuanbai was speechless. Wake up! Don’t mention that I like you as a friend when I was the one who caused you the injury! Submissive: Because he, a well-behaved and timid good student, was scared of being beaten up, he lied to the school bully. Confusedly, he ended up in a relationship with Shi Bufan. Dominant: After losing his memory, he ended up fake dating Zhen Yuanbai, thinking that the latter was in love with him.

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Fake Dating the Amnesiac School Prince "Fake Dating the Amnesiac School Prince" is a web novel that certainly sparked a lot of different feelings in its readership, and after diving in myself, I can definitely see why. It's a story with a unique premise, but one that struggles to fully deliver on its potential, at least in my opinion. ### First Impressions The initial setup is undeniably intriguing: a timid protagonist accidentally causes the school bully to lose his memory and then pretends to be his boyfriend to avoid the consequences. The idea of navigating this fake relationship, with all its potential for comedic misunderstandings and eventual genuine connection, had me hooked. I was ready for some lighthearted fluff. ### What Works Well There are definitely aspects of the novel that I appreciated. Many readers praised the character development, noting that while gradual, the characters do evolve throughout the story. The male lead's transformation from bully to devoted love interest is a key draw. I also found the comedic elements to be fairly well-executed, providing some much-needed levity amidst the more angsty moments. ### Areas of Concern However, I also found myself agreeing with some of the more critical assessments. The protagonist's timidity, while perhaps intended to be realistic, often veered into frustrating territory. His constant lying and what some perceived as emotional manipulation made it difficult for me to fully root for him. The relationship dynamic, at times, felt unbalanced and even uncomfortable, with the male lead’s initial behavior bordering on coercive. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers were particularly bothered by the fact that the protagonist never truly faces the consequences of causing the male lead's amnesia in the first place. This lack of accountability, coupled with the protagonist's constant fear of being beaten despite never actually experiencing physical abuse, created a sense of disconnect and made it difficult for me to fully invest in their relationship. ### Final Verdict Ultimately, "Fake Dating the Amnesiac School Prince" is a mixed bag. While it has moments of genuine sweetness and character growth, the problematic relationship dynamics and frustrating protagonist made it a difficult read for me. It might appeal to those who enjoy slow-burn romances with flawed characters, but be prepared for a potentially uncomfortable and angsty ride. I'd give it a cautious recommendation, with the caveat that it may not be for everyone.