Kisses Make Me Grow Taller

Due to an experiment that ended in failure, the genius physicist Bai Rong, traveled to the interstellar era thousands of years later, and had unexpectedly shrunken down into the size of a tiny tiny man who was barely the size of a palm… After quickly being treated as a cute and obedient star pet, he was sent off to be auctioned and was even bought out by a man who appeared to be extremely terrifying and violent…. — *To sell meng: To act cute

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Kisses Make Me Grow Taller "Kisses Make Me Grow Taller" is a completed original web novel in the mecha, romance, and sci-fi genres. I went into this novel expecting a lighthearted, fluffy read, and while it mostly delivered on that promise, there were a few things that kept it from being a complete slam dunk for me. ### First Impressions The premise is certainly unique: a genius MC who grows taller with every kiss from his cold but devoted ML. The comedic undertones were immediately apparent, with the MC's misguided attempts to act "manly" providing some early chuckles. I was definitely intrigued by the futuristic setting and the whole genetic modification aspect. ### What Works Well The fluff factor is undeniably high. Many readers, including myself, found the interactions between Bai Rong (MC) and Mu Chongyan (ML) to be incredibly sweet and endearing. Bai Rong's cluelessness and naivete, stemming from his lab-grown upbringing, are played for comedic effect, especially when juxtaposed with his own self-image as a tough guy. Mu Chongyan, despite his initial coldness, is a doting and devoted love interest, creating a satisfying dynamic. The author does a decent job establishing the world and slowly building the romance. ### Areas of Concern While the fluff is a major draw, I did find some aspects of the story a bit tedious. The running gag of the MC's "manly man" persona wears thin after a while, and I can see how some might find it annoying. I also felt that the villains were a bit shallow and underdeveloped, making the plot feel somewhat weak in places. Furthermore, there were some issues with the MC's characterization. His supposed high IQ sometimes felt inconsistent with his actions, making him come across as more of a naive child than a genius. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have pointed out that Mu Chongyan's behavior becomes borderline manipulative later in the story, with him resorting to lies and even creating programs to monitor Bai Rong's online activity. This is definitely something to be aware of if you're sensitive to such themes. Also, the author seems to drop plot lines from time to time. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Kisses Make Me Grow Taller" is a decent read if you're looking for a fluffy, lighthearted romance with a unique premise. However, be prepared for some inconsistencies in the plot and characterization, as well as a few potentially problematic themes. I'd give it a solid 3.5/5 stars – enjoyable, but not without its flaws.