Summer Crush

My roommate, who shares the apartment with me, was always out early and returned late, hardly ever seen. I figured she must be working hard, so I went out of my way to take care of her. Me: 【Babe, there’s braised pork in the fridge. I saved some for you.】 Her: 【…Thanks.】 Me: 【Baby, I bought a scarf that came with a free one. I’ll give you one.】 Her: 【…Alright.】 Until one day. Me: 【Ahhh Baby, help! Do you have any overnight pads?】 Ten minutes later, a cold and handsome man knocked on my door, holding a large bag of overnight pads in his hand. “Are these enough? If not, I can go buy more.” ??? How did my cute roommate suddenly transform into a 1.9-meter-tall handsome guy?!

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Summer Crush "Summer Crush" promised a light-hearted, fluffy read, and for the most part, it delivered. I dove into this story expecting a sweet and simple romance, and that's pretty much what I got. It's the kind of story you can breeze through in an afternoon and leave with a smile on your face. ### First Impressions The premise immediately hooked me. A female protagonist mistakenly believes her new roommate is another woman, leading to some pretty hilarious and potentially embarrassing situations when she discovers the truth. I was definitely intrigued to see how the author would navigate that dynamic. ### What Works Well The cuteness factor is definitely off the charts. The story is undeniably sweet, and the characters are charming, especially the male lead. I found myself rooting for them from the start. The author also touches on some interesting themes, like workplace inequalities, which added a bit more substance to the overall narrative than I initially expected. I also really appreciated that the female lead was confident and a bit shameless, it was a refreshing change. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the story, I did have a couple of minor reservations. The male lead's quickness to fall in love and his immediate acceptance of being called "baby" by someone he's never met felt a little unrealistic. It's a minor point, but it did take me out of the story slightly. I also would have loved to see the story fleshed out more. The world-building felt a little thin, but given that it's a short story, that's understandable. Finally, a male lead POV would have made this story perfect! ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where I get into a *tiny* spoiler. The whole roommate misunderstanding is the core of the story, and the secondhand embarrassment the female lead experiences when she realizes her mistake is definitely a highlight. Just be prepared for some cringey-but-cute moments! ### Final Verdict Overall, "Summer Crush" is a delightful and easy read. If you're looking for a quick dose of fluff and romance with a touch of humor, this is definitely worth checking out. While it's not perfect, its charm and sweetness make it a worthwhile escape. I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.