Mr. He Called Off His Engagement Banquet for His True Love, I’m Not Marrying Him Anymore

“[Innocent Love + Chasing Wife After a Breakup + Female Lead with a Jinxed Mouth] ” He Hansheng has a “true love” whom he treasures like a precious gem. On his relationship anniversary, he has a candlelight dinner with his true love. On her birthday, he takes his true love out for a walk. When he promised to take her to a concert, he canceled to spend time with his true love. And then, on the day of his engagement party, He Hansheng calls off the engagement banquet because of a single phone call from his true love. Xu Xingran’s love, which had lasted for seven years, finally died. She sent He Hansheng a breakup text and left. He Hansheng assumed she was just acting out and that she’d calm down with time. Until… she got a marriage certificate with someone else. The always-calm, always-in-control Mr. He lost his mind!!!

Original Publisher

fanqie novel

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Mr. He Called Off His Engagement Banquet for His True Love, I’m Not Marrying Him Anymore ### First Impressions "Mr. He Called Off His Engagement Banquet..." certainly grabbed my attention with its title! I dove in expecting a dramatic romance, and that's exactly what I got – with a few unexpected twists along the way. It’s definitely a soap opera in web novel form, complete with betrayals, complicated relationships, and a heroine who's had enough. ### What Works Well The core strength of this novel lies in its emotional depth and the heroine's journey of self-discovery. Xu Xingran's initial devotion to He Hansheng, followed by her ultimate decision to walk away, is compelling. I found myself rooting for her as she started to value herself and pursue her own happiness. The "Crow Words" fantasy element adds a unique layer of intrigue, providing a satisfying form of karmic justice for those who wrong her. The story avoids the common trope of instant forgiveness, which I appreciated. The author really lets Xu Xingran grow as a person before even considering reconciliation. It's also packed with a large cast of characters, each with their own secrets and struggles, contributing to a layered world of betrayal, loyalty, and resilience. The face-slapping moments and the comeuppance of the antagonists are definitely satisfying. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed many aspects of the story, there are some potential triggers to be aware of. Specifically, there's a scene of r*pe described in the first third of the book that some readers might find disturbing. It's important to be aware of this before diving in, especially if you're sensitive to such content. Additionally, the "wife chasing crematorium" trope might not appeal to everyone. The story can be a bit over-the-top at times, leaning heavily into dramatic tropes. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, let's talk spoilers! Apparently, despite the premise of leaving Mr. He behind, Xu Xingran *does* end up back with him. While the male lead undergoes significant changes, some readers might find this disappointing, especially if they were hoping for a complete break from the toxic relationship. Also, be aware that there are lots of character relationships to keep up with that involve cheating, secrets and manipulation. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Mr. He Called Off His Engagement Banquet..." is a dramatic and engaging read, perfect for those who enjoy a good dose of soap opera-style romance with a touch of fantasy. While it has its flaws and potential triggers, the heroine's journey of self-discovery and the satisfying comeuppance of the antagonists make it a worthwhile read. Just be sure to proceed with caution if you're sensitive to certain themes. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.