The Demon Lord Only Wants to Follow the Script

Fang Li transmigrated into the cannon fodder gong demon lord of a dogblood novel. The demon lord’s cultivation was outstanding, his power shaking the heavens. He stirred up wind and rain and rampaged across the cultivation world……. Towards the captivating main character shou, he fell in love at first sight and seized him, contributing many forceful love scenes that made one’s face and ears red. Fang Li: I might not be able to do it. System: …… As soon as he went out the door, Fang Li saw the dark mass of demonic cultivators tightly encircling the faintly distant cultivation sect so that not a drop of water could escape. The head of the Yunjian-que sect disciples stood alone facing the wind, sharp sword pointed in his direction. Fang Li looked at the cold and peerless man, gazed at his white clothes and long sword soaked in blood, and pondered for a minute…… He suddenly felt like it wasn’t impossible. On this day, the cultivation world’s number one son of heaven, Yunjian-que’s Yuyi-jun, for the sake of protecting the disciples behind him, had no choice but to submit to the cruel, cold-blooded demon lord. Just thinking that this unparalleled genius would be tormented and humiliated by that devil in a hundred ways, the whole cultivation world sighed and wrung their hands, sobbing ceaselessly. Fang Li brought the beauty home. Although he didn’t want to force a straight man, just going through the motions wasn’t a problem. While putting on a show of “forcible love,” Fang Li considerately went about creating opportunities for the main character shou’s admirers, helping them develop some romance…… On the day that the Immortal Alliance attacked Fuqiu Mountain, Fang Li completed the plot and successfully escaped with his death. When he was reborn, it was already nine years later. Just when he was about to start living properly in this world with a whole new identity using his experience as a demon lord, he ran into the current number one under the heavens, the main character shou. The cold man grabbed his wrist, a wisp of vague madness in the depth of his eyes, his voice low and hoarse: Where does Your Excellency want to run to this time? Fang Li: …… What on earth is wrong with this script?

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Demon Lord Only Wants to Follow the Script "The Demon Lord Only Wants to Follow the Script" has been quite the ride, and I have mixed feelings about it, like many other readers. It's a story that starts strong but stumbles a bit along the way. It's a danmei novel that throws our MC into the body of a ruthless Demon Lord, Yan Sui, who is destined to be killed by the protagonist, Xie Huai. Our MC, a self-proclaimed straight man, wants nothing to do with the original plot and tries to rewrite his destiny. ### First Impressions Initially, I was hooked. The premise is engaging: a transmigrator trying to avoid a tragic fate. The comedic undertones and the angst-filled situations had me laughing one moment and reaching for tissues the next. I found the dynamic between the MC and ML intriguing, especially the miscommunication born from their initial roles as enemies. ### What Works Well The first half of the story shines. The MC's attempts to subvert the plot, his internal struggles, and the slow burn between him and Xie Huai are well-written and entertaining. I particularly enjoyed the comedic elements and the moments where Xie Huai sees through the MC's facade, leading to a role reversal of sorts. The side characters, like Wu Yimei, are also well-developed, adding depth to the story. However, the novel's second half is where things get a little dicey. After the MC's "death" and rebirth, the plot becomes convoluted, and the misunderstandings drag on for far too long. The introduction of new villains and complicated backstories felt unnecessary and detracted from the central relationship. Some readers found the MC's behavior frustrating, particularly his insistence on being straight despite his obvious feelings for Xie Huai. ### Areas of Concern The biggest issue I have is the handling of the second half. The plot becomes needlessly complex, and the characters seem to lose their initial charm. The misunderstandings become repetitive and tiresome, and the introduction of non-con elements in their relationship was a major turnoff for some, myself included. Additionally, the rushed ending and the anticlimactic resolution of the main conflict left me feeling unsatisfied. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning There are mentions of non-consensual situations and plot holes that might ruin your reading experience if you are sensitive to those themes. ### Final Verdict Despite its flaws, "The Demon Lord Only Wants to Follow the Script" is still a worthwhile read, especially if you enjoy the transmigration, xianxia, and comedic romance genres. The first half is genuinely enjoyable, and the MC and ML have a compelling dynamic. However, be prepared for a bumpy ride in the second half, with frustrating misunderstandings and a convoluted plot. I'd recommend going in with moderate expectations and focusing on the character interactions rather than the overall plot.