Hermes Today?

On the first day of school I had brought an Hermes bag and was photographed with the picture posted on the forum. As a result of wearing the same clothes, everyone thought that it was my roommate. She said: “Aiya, don’t share that picture anymore, I promised my family that I would be low key.” To help the new roommate save face, I didn’t expose her, who knew that she would go further. Not only did she pretend that it was her bag, she also pretended to know my dad.

Original Publisher

zhihu

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Hermes Today? "Hermes Today?" is a short, punchy web novel that I found to be a surprisingly enjoyable read, even if it's not going to win any awards for groundbreaking storytelling. It's a breezy school-life drama with comedic elements and a satisfying dose of face-slapping. ### First Impressions The premise is simple: Song Anran, our female lead, has a roommate, Xue Rong, who's pretending to be a wealthy "second generation" student. Initially, Song Anran lets minor transgressions slide, but as Xue Rong's deception escalates, Song Anran decides to reveal the truth. The story is short, with only 9 chapters in the original, making it a quick and easy read. ### What Works Well The satisfying "face-slap" is definitely a highlight. I appreciated the slow burn as Song Anran gathers her evidence and prepares her counterattack. There's a certain glee in watching the downfall of someone who's built their life on a lie. The story also touches on the privileges of wealth and connections, and how the lack of them can make life significantly harder, which added a layer of depth. I also found the supporting characters, especially Song Anran's friend, to be well-written and entertaining. The humor is lighthearted and keeps the story engaging, and the quick pace prevents it from becoming dull. ### Areas of Concern While the simplicity of the plot is part of its charm, it also makes it predictable. There aren't many surprises along the way. I also felt like, at times, the story leaned a little too heavily into wish fulfillment. It's easy to imagine the author reliving their dream through the main character. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where I might touch on things you don't want to know, so skip ahead if you want to remain completely unspoiled! The climax involves Song Anran bringing out her father to expose Xue Rong's lies. While satisfying, it's a fairly straightforward resolution. ### Final Verdict Overall, I'd give "Hermes Today?" a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It's a fun, quick read with a satisfying ending. Don't expect a complex plot or deep character development, but if you're looking for a lighthearted story with a dose of karmic justice, this might be right up your alley. It's a perfect palate cleanser between heavier novels.