Internal Players

The thousand-year-old ghost Ren Li has always been the final boss in the last level of the escape game “Dream Control”. But one day, he suddenly became a player, breaking his way through with humans. In the game dungeon, Ren Li educates various bosses, slaps players who have bad intentions, and blinds everyone with various simple actions. But… there is always a person, no matter how cruel Ren Li is, he will remain unmoved, and even dare to hold him and act like a baby. That person is Pei Jingling. * Pei Jingling acting like a baby: “Brother Li, gimme hug.” Ren Li immediately had black lines on his face: “You stand up straight for me, don’t rush on me! Don’t you have bones?” Pei Jingling became more desperate: “I still want a kiss…” “Shameless…” Ren Li scolded him fiercely and embraced the person tightly in his arms, “Come, kiss me.”

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Internal Players "Internal Players" immediately grabbed my attention with its unique premise and the promise of a strong, cold protagonist. The blend of romance, supernatural elements, and a survival game setting is a combination I find incredibly appealing. After diving into the available chapters, I can see why it has garnered such positive attention. ### First Impressions Initially, I was intrigued by the dynamic between Ren Li and Pei Jingling. The synopsis hinted at a "sticky white lotus" love interest, but it seems Pei Jingling is anything but. Instead, we have a persistent and, dare I say, shameless character chasing after the stoic Ren Li. This role reversal, with the *shou* actively pursuing the *gong*, is a refreshing change of pace in the BL genre. ### What Works Well The core of "Internal Players" lies in its characters and their evolving relationship. Watching Ren Li, initially annoyed by Pei Jingling's advances, slowly warm up to him is incredibly entertaining. The author does a great job of showcasing Ren Li's internal conflict as he tries to maintain his aloof facade while secretly enjoying Pei Jingling's attention. The mystery surrounding their past lives adds another layer of intrigue. There's a clear sense that Ren Li and Pei Jingling have a history, and the clues scattered throughout the story kept me guessing. The hints about soul contracts, wishes, and a previous life where they were deeply connected are tantalizing and make me eager to uncover the full story. ### Areas of Concern My main concern stems from the update status. The novel is currently ongoing, and the last update was a while ago. This leaves the story in a potentially precarious position, and I can't help but worry about whether the author will continue the series. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, let's dive into some potential spoilers. It seems Ren Li was once a high-ranking "ghost executive officer" before waking up as a player in a low-level instance. Pei Jingling seems to know more about their past than Ren Li does, and he's actively trying to win Ren Li over, possibly to prevent him from reverting to his "ghost mode." The hints about Pei Jingling potentially sacrificing himself to bring Ren Li back to life and the consequences of that sacrifice add a layer of angst to their relationship. ### Final Verdict Despite my concerns about the update status, I'm thoroughly enjoying "Internal Players." The unique dynamic between the leads, the intriguing mystery surrounding their past, and the blend of genres make it a compelling read. I'm eagerly awaiting more chapters and hoping the author will continue this captivating story. I'm giving it a solid 4/5.