Rebirth to Eighties: The Villain’s Mother Raises Her Cubs Daily

Jiang Ran, heir to a family of traditional Chinese medicine, has developed new medicines and won numerous awards, but what she wanted was cooking and eating delicacies. After years of diligence, Jiang Ran finally won the National Food Contest, but she transmigrated into a book. She was divorced by the male protagonist of the book and eventually died on the street. The original owner in the book has fat head and big ears, oily pox on the face, lazy and selfish. Before she divorce by the male lead, she bullied the male lead’s parents, siblings, and after the divorce, took their son to the streets. Jiang Ran who transmigrated in the book: “…” So… Jiang Ran transmigrated in the book. In order to avoid tragic death on the street, she cook food, open restaurants, save people diligently, and treat more illnesses. She paid off the money that the original owner owed to her in-laws and raised the son who would become the villain in the original book. As for the husband? “When will you come back, and ask for a divorce!” Male protagonist: Pei Huai is about to graduate and is going to go home. But he found that the content of the letter sent by his younger brother and sister had changed recently. Brother: Sister-in-law cooks so delicious! Like sister-in-law! Sister: The clothes made by my sister-in-law are so beautiful! Like sister-in-law! Pei Huai felt that things were not like it should be, so he decided to go home and have a look. As soon as I entered the house, he faced a bright and beautiful face: “Husband is back? Did you come back for a divorce?” Pei Huai said shamelessly: No, I am not!

Original Publisher

yunqi

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Rebirth to Eighties: The Villain’s Mother Raises Her Cubs Daily "Rebirth to Eighties: The Villain's Mother Raises Her Cubs Daily" is a web novel that I went into with some trepidation, given the mixed reader reactions. It’s a story with a lot of potential, blending elements of slice-of-life, childcare, and a second chance at life in a rural setting. However, the execution seems to be a sticking point for many, and I can see why. ### First Impressions The initial chapters are definitely a hurdle. The premise is intriguing: a modern woman transmigrates into the body of the "villain's mother" in an 80s rural Chinese setting. But the backstory involving the original owner's (OFL) abduction and subsequent life as a "child bride" is where things get complicated. Some found it difficult to reconcile with, especially regarding the FL's attitude towards the ML's family. ### What Works Well The slice-of-life aspects are where this novel shines. Many readers enjoyed the FL's journey to improve her family's life through cooking, making money, and general hard work. I found the descriptions of rural life in the eighties quite immersive. The story is definitely FL-centric, and she is portrayed as a strong, independent woman who is not afraid to work hard. The author is able to make the reader feel as if they are experiencing the transmigration with the FL. ### Areas of Concern However, the romance is lacking. The ML is often described as bland or even unlikeable, and the relationship between the FL and ML is seen as underdeveloped. The initial coldness and detachment of the FL, while perhaps realistic given her circumstances, makes it difficult to connect with her on an emotional level. This robotic feel is hard to shake off. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning The biggest controversy revolves around the OFL's backstory and the ML's family's involvement. Some readers argue that the family "saved" the OFL from a worse fate, while others see them as complicit in human trafficking. This moral ambiguity, combined with the FL's perceived victim-blaming and her treatment of her original family, left a sour taste for many. Some readers felt that the ML's actions, particularly his initial neglect of his child and his eventual attraction to the "new" FL, were inexcusable. ### Final Verdict "Rebirth to Eighties: The Villain’s Mother Raises Her Cubs Daily" is a mixed bag. While the slice-of-life elements and the FL's entrepreneurial spirit are appealing, the problematic backstory, questionable character motivations, and lack of romance make it a difficult read. If you're willing to overlook these issues and focus on the FL's journey to build a better life for her family, you might find something to enjoy. However, be prepared for some potentially triggering content and a protagonist who might not always be easy to root for. I would rate it a **3/5**.