Rebirth: Design Your Life

Before being reborn, Gao Xi lived happily, freely, with an innocent heart of a newborn, and a warm and pure love. After being reborn, facing a desperate situation, he counterattacked, retaliated and ab*sed the scum, step by step, but did not dare to believe in feelings anymore. Then a knight came from the darkness with a light, warming the thousands of miles of ice fields in his heart with love and passion. And stretched out his hand to him indulgently: Come, let’s take you to see the sun! This is also a story of mutual salvation. One thought the other was using him as a substitute, and the other thought he was being used. One forced the other to learn how to love again, and the other led him to learn how to let go. Beautiful fireworks collided in the dark, and two wrongs made a right. Overbearing, cold, obsessive gong x milk-flavoured, gentle, black-bellied shou

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Rebirth: Design Your Life "Rebirth: Design Your Life" is a rollercoaster of emotions, a bitter coffee with a surprisingly great aftertaste. I went into this novel expecting one thing and came out feeling something entirely different, and honestly, I loved the journey. It's not a lighthearted read, but it's a compelling exploration of trauma, self-destruction, and the long, arduous path to healing. ### First Impressions The premise grabbed me immediately: successful designer Gao Xi's perfect life shatters when he discovers his partner cheating. Reborn as Shen Yun, a young, struggling designer, he's a shadow of his former self, driven by a desire for destruction more than revenge. This isn't your typical feel-good rebirth story, and I appreciated that. The initial setup is dark and gritty, and it sets the stage for a complex character study. ### What Works Well The character development is definitely a strong point. Both Gao Xi/Shen Yun and the ML are deeply flawed individuals, and their relationship is anything but smooth. It's a battle of wills, a push and pull that kept me hooked. I found myself rooting for them despite their flaws, and the author does a great job of showing the slow burn as they gradually break down each other's walls. I also enjoyed the exploration of the design world. It added another layer to the story and made Gao Xi/Shen Yun's struggles feel more real. The revenge plot, while not the primary focus, was satisfying enough, and I felt the fate of the ex-boyfriend was fitting. The family dynamics, especially those involving the MC's family in both lives, were also touching, even if their appearances were brief. ### Areas of Concern While I generally enjoyed the story, I can see why some might find the ML problematic. He's definitely not the pampering type, and his initial relationship with the MC is based on a transactional dynamic that could be off-putting to some. Also, some of the plot points felt a bit contrived. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Several readers have mentioned a "misunderstanding" regarding the cheating incident, where the ex-boyfriend was allegedly seduced while drunk. This revelation may lessen the impact of the revenge plot for some readers. ### Final Verdict Despite its darker themes and flawed characters, "Rebirth: Design Your Life" is a worthwhile read. It's a story about two broken souls finding solace in each other, even if their journey is messy and unconventional. If you're looking for a sugary sweet romance, this isn't it. But if you're willing to delve into a complex and emotionally charged story, I highly recommend giving it a try. I give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.