Picked Up A Small Cannon Fodder

Li Ji Yue transmigrated in a book and became a three-year-old little cannon fodder. The other cannon fodders are messing up while the little cannon fodder is just eating, drinking and sleeping all day. His legs crossed waiting for tomorrow’s little milk. Later, the little cannon fodder and the supporting character met. Jiang Fang looked at the little one who suddenly ran out and bumped into him. This little one shamelessly filed a complaint first, “You knocked this baby down, you need to give two pieces of cake to make him stand up.” The three-year-old baby in the small theater continues to believe that his IQ is no different from his brother in junior high school and in order to prove this, Li Jiyue secretly followed after his brother while he was going to school, planning to pass the entrance exam. The on-duty student with the red armband on his shoulder grabbed him and sent him to the baby nursery school next door. Li Jiyue, who was forcibly sent to the kindergarten, thumped his helpless little short legs, “Let this baby go! You… caught the wrong person.”

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Picked Up A Small Cannon Fodder "Picked Up A Small Cannon Fodder" promised a fluffy, comedic story with a cute child protagonist, and for the most part, it delivered. However, the overall experience was a bit of a mixed bag, leaving me with a sense of unfulfilled potential. ### First Impressions Initially, I was charmed by the premise. A transmigration story focused on a child being the apple of his family's eye sounded like a heartwarming escape. The early chapters certainly leaned into this, with the MC's antics and the family's doting behavior providing a steady stream of feel-good moments. ### What Works Well The strongest part of the novel is undoubtedly the childhood arc. The author excels at portraying the humor and drama of a young child's life. The protagonist, Xiao LaBa, is indeed a free spirit, and his interactions with his family are genuinely amusing. I found myself enjoying the lighthearted approach to potentially sensitive social issues, which were handled with a refreshing open-mindedness from the supporting characters. The comedy landed well, and the author has a knack for writing believable childish drama. ### Areas of Concern My biggest issue lies with the latter half of the story, particularly the transition into the adult arc. The pacing felt rushed, and the development of the romantic relationship felt illogical and anti-climactic. I understand the desire to avoid excessive angst, but the lack of emotional entanglement or character growth left the ending feeling bland. It's as if the author lost interest in the story once the characters aged up, resulting in a disappointing conclusion. Also, the transmigration tag feels misleading as it doesn't really affect the plot. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Several readers mentioned the "brother to lover" dynamic, and it's true that the characters themselves acknowledge the initial weirdness of the situation. While the open-mindedness of the characters is a positive, I can see how this trope might not appeal to all readers. ### Final Verdict "Picked Up A Small Cannon Fodder" is an okay read, especially if you're looking for a lighthearted and comedic story centered around a cute child. The first half is genuinely enjoyable, but the rushed and underdeveloped adult arc ultimately detracts from the overall experience. While it's not a particularly memorable novel, it's a decent way to pass the time, especially if you enjoy stories with a strong focus on family. I'd give it a tentative recommendation, but with the caveat that the ending may leave you wanting more.