My Wayward Ex-Wife

Mu Huanqing despised two people in her life. – The first was the Emperor, who had terrible matchmaking skills; the second was the Duke of Zhen Yuan, who was forced into a marriage with her due to the imperial edict. He did not like her and had contempt for her family, the Mu family, for using this marriage to climb up the social ladder. Because of Mu Huanqing, he couldn’t marry his sweetheart and could only make her a lowly concubine. She also didn’t care for him as she was originally living a free and leisurely lifestyle. Who knew that one imperial edict would end her happy days, causing her to be forcefully married to the cold, arrogant, and unmanageable Fu Yanlin? Not long after their marriage, he made her move into a manor in the country side, letting her live on her own. However, she didn’t care for it and instead even gave birth to an obedient and outstanding daughter. But one day, the husband who abandoned her suddenly appeared at the countryside manor, destroying her peaceful days. He was still cold and arrogant, but a reserved air of authority was added to him as time passed. She didn’t know what type of plan he had concocted If he came to bully her treasured daughter, she would definitely break all ties with him! The little daughter widened her innocent eyes, looking at the demon that no one else could see. “I’m scared!” The demon gently pinched the little girl’s beautiful face: “Don’t be scared. The person your dad wants to bully isn’t you, but your mom.”

Original Publisher

狗屋 / 果樹 出版社有限公司

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *My Wayward Ex-Wife* *My Wayward Ex-Wife* is a completed historical romance with a touch of the supernatural, and it certainly sparked a range of reactions in readers. I went in expecting a lighthearted read, and while it had its moments, I also found myself grappling with some of the issues raised. ### First Impressions The premise is definitely intriguing: a demon tasked with fixing broken love fates ends up focusing on a single mother and her ex-husband. The early chapters, with the introduction of the adorable daughter, Doudou, and the meddling demon, He Guan, immediately drew me in. It felt like a fun, low-stakes story with a focus on reconciliation. ### What Works Well The female lead is, without a doubt, a highlight. I appreciated her independent spirit and her practical approach to life. She navigates tricky situations with a clear head, which is refreshing. The initial setup, where she's living a peaceful life in the countryside, raising her daughter, is quite appealing. And the short length, at just over 100 chapters, makes it a quick and easy read if you're looking for something not too demanding. I also enjoyed the supernatural elements, especially the demon's role in pushing the couple back together. It adds a unique flavor to the typical historical romance. ### Areas of Concern However, the male lead proved to be a sticking point for me. His initial treatment of the female lead is problematic, and while he does try to redeem himself, I struggled to fully accept his actions. I can understand why some readers found it difficult to forgive him so easily. The plot also felt a bit superficial at times, with some conflicts resolved too quickly, leaving me wanting more depth and complexity. The forgiveness of the ML felt too easy, and I wish the author would have made that part of the story lengthier. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Several reviewers mentioned disliking that the ML essentially forces the MC into a situation to get her back, mirroring her father's manipulative behavior. This definitely raised some red flags for me. The fact that the concubine who attempted to harm the FMC received a lenient punishment also left a bad taste. ### Final Verdict *My Wayward Ex-Wife* is a mixed bag. While the strong female lead, cute daughter, and supernatural elements offer some appeal, the problematic male lead and somewhat rushed plot prevent it from being a truly satisfying read. If you're looking for a quick, lighthearted romance and are willing to overlook some flaws, it might be worth a try. However, be prepared for some potentially triggering content and a resolution that may feel a bit too convenient. I'd give it a tentative 3 out of 5 stars.