First Bed, Then Love

Gu Shanfeng and Lin Zhenzhen had their first encounter and ended up in bed together. They are not lovers. When there’s no one around, he becomes a clingy big bad wolf, and she turns into a sweet little white rabbit. When there are people around, he transforms into a cold and domineering big boss, while she becomes a discreet and innocent little schoolgirl. They are passionate underground lovers, yet also the most familiar strangers. It wasn’t until that snowy New Year’s Eve that he lost her, and he realized he couldn’t live without her…

Original Publisher

po18

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on First Bed, Then Love ### First Impressions Okay, let's dive into "First Bed, Then Love." From the get-go, it's pretty clear what you're signing up for. The title isn't exactly subtle, and the tags confirm it: we're talking adult romance, mature themes, and, well, smut. I went in expecting a rollercoaster of emotions and steamy scenes, and to some extent, that's what I got. The premise is simple: Lin Zhenzhen and Gu Shangfeng connect intimately very early on, and the story follows their relationship as they navigate the complexities of their feelings and external pressures. ### What Works Well Despite some shortcomings, the novel does have its strengths. The initial spark between Lin Zhenzhen and Gu Shangfeng is palpable, and their chemistry definitely comes through. I appreciated that the author didn't shy away from exploring the physical aspects of their relationship. When the story focuses on the characters, there are moments of genuine emotional connection that kept me invested. Also, Gu Shangfeng has some character traits that are rather attractive. ### Areas of Concern However, I can't ignore some of the issues that kept me from fully enjoying the novel. The plot felt thin at times, almost like a series of encounters strung together with minimal connective tissue. Also, the characters' actions and decisions became frustrating as the story progressed. It felt like the story unnecessarily dragged out the conflict. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning The frustrating aspect of this story is that it takes so long for the characters to get together. It felt like the story was artificially prolonged by the characters' denseness and the parents' ridiculous actions. ### Final Verdict "First Bed, Then Love" is a mixed bag. If you're looking for a story with explicit content and aren't too concerned about a deep, intricate plot, this might be your cup of tea. However, if you prefer well-developed characters and a tightly woven narrative, you might find yourself getting frustrated. Overall, I'd say it's a decent read if you know what you're getting into, but don't expect a masterpiece.