Rebirth of the Great Favor

Shen Qi is an assassin. A person that dies for Prince Xuan, Shen Zhonghua. Prince Xuan’s weapon and also Prince Xuan’s woman. But not the woman he loves and cares for. In her previous life, the man she loved let her replace the marriage of the woman he loved, favored, cherished, protected and married to the Crown Prince of the Northern Country who is famous for s*xual ab*se and cruelty. Even bestowed upon her a poisonous wine and killed the child in her belly which was hers and his… Heartbroken, Shen Qi slit her own throat in front of Shen Zhonghua, who was already the most respected of the Ninth-Five. She clearly hoped not to meet him again in her next life and yet she never expected this to happen… Because even after her rebirth, she was still in Prince Xuan’s palace. Shen Zhonghua was here and so was Su Lianxue, the woman whom he loves and protects. Shen Qi didn’t want to repeat the same mistake. She just wanted to escape but didn’t expect that the frosty Prince Xuan, who not only used to be as cold as ice to her, but also allowed Su Lianxue to bully her and only vented his beastly desires on her, to actually have a change of character? Is this a turning point?!

Original Publisher

po18

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Rebirth of the Great Favor "Rebirth of the Great Favor" is a web novel that promises a second chance at love amidst the complexities of ancient China. With a blend of romance, drama, and mature themes, it certainly grabbed my attention. However, after diving into the story and considering various reader opinions, I have mixed feelings. ### First Impressions The initial premise of a double rebirth – both the female lead (FL) and male lead (ML) getting a chance to rewrite their tragic past – is intriguing. The setup hints at a potentially compelling story of redemption and forgiveness. However, the execution seems to fall short for many, including myself, based on some of the narrative choices. ### What Works Well Some readers found the novel captivating, praising the author's writing style and the emotional depth of the characters. The "dog blood drama," as one reader put it, can be quite addictive if you're into that sort of thing. There's no denying the story has a way of pulling you in, even if it's for all the wrong reasons. A few readers appreciated the FL's initial wariness and the ML's suffering as he tries to atone for his past actions, finding it a realistic portrayal of dealing with past trauma. Also, some readers loved the smut scenes and that the ML only has eyes for the FL in both lives. ### Areas of Concern The biggest sticking point for me, and many others, is the ML's past behavior. The descriptions of his actions in the first life are disturbing, to say the least. Abuse, r*pe, and humiliation are prominent themes, making it difficult to root for his redemption arc. The FL's characterization also drew criticism, with some finding her too passive and weak-willed, especially considering her background as a trained shadow guard. Her apparent inability to escape the ML's orbit, even in her second life, frustrated many readers. The repeated use of aphrodisiacs as a plot device also felt lazy and repetitive. The "R*pe" tag is also a real concern in this one. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning **Be warned, the following contains spoilers regarding the plot of "Rebirth of the Great Favor."** Several reviewers detailed the ML's actions in the first timeline, including instances of r*pe, torture, and ordering his guards to abuse the FL. Some also mention the FL getting pregnant and being forced to drink poisonous wine, causing a miscarriage. There are also mentions of the ML going insane after the FL's death and obsessing over her corpse. ### Final Verdict "Rebirth of the Great Favor" is a difficult novel to recommend. While it has elements that could appeal to fans of historical romance and second-chance stories, the problematic themes and questionable character development are hard to ignore. If you're willing to overlook the ML's past actions and can tolerate a passive FL, you might find some enjoyment in the drama and smut. However, if you're sensitive to themes of abuse and r*pe, or prefer strong, independent female leads, this novel is likely not for you. Ultimately, "Rebirth of the Great Favor" is a flawed but potentially addictive read, depending on your personal preferences and tolerance for morally grey characters.