The Engagement with My True Love Got Cancelled

“Daughter of the Duke of Colbert, Beatrice. I am breaking my engagement with you.” It seems that villain girls are meant to be left alone, after all. I’ve always liked him, His Highness Charles, since before.Even if I knew he was just a game character, I still thought of him as someone precious.Even though I didn’t want you to deny this feeling at least. The reason for breaking the engagement was “true love.”

Original Publisher

syosetu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *The Engagement with My True Love Got Cancelled* This one-shot novel is a quick dive into the classic broken engagement trope, but with a twist that seems to have divided readers. I went in expecting a light, fluffy read, and while it delivered on some of those fronts, it definitely had some… interesting choices. ### First Impressions The premise is simple: a prince publicly cancels his engagement with the female protagonist. Of course, there's more to it than meets the eye, but whether that "more" is satisfying seems to be the big question. My initial impression was cautiously optimistic. I'm a sucker for a good subversion of expectations, and I was curious to see how this story would pull it off. ### What Works Well The story has some definite charm. Several readers pointed out its cuteness and the happy ending, which are always pluses in my book. I can see why some found it enjoyable as a quick, light read. The concept of subverting the typical broken engagement scenario is also intriguing. Some have praised the female lead, Corinne, for her agreeable personality. The story definitely leans into a romantic vibe, which can be appealing if you're looking for something simple and sweet. ### Areas of Concern Here's where things get a little tricky. The execution of the "twist" seems to be a major point of contention. Some found the prince's actions to be overly dramatic and even borderline cruel, questioning his decision to humiliate the MC publicly. I can see where they're coming from. While the intention might have been to create a grand, romantic gesture, the impact on the protagonist feels… questionable. The pacing also feels rushed, and the characters could use more fleshing out. The plot feels forced, and it's hard to get too invested in the characters or the situation. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, let's talk spoilers. The "twist" is that the prince breaks the engagement so he can propose "properly" out of love, instead of political reasons. However, he does this in the middle of a condemnation event orchestrated by someone else. This timing makes the MC feel awful, which is why some found the prince's actions unforgivable. ### Final Verdict Overall, *The Engagement with My True Love Got Cancelled* is a mixed bag. If you're looking for a super quick, low-stakes read with a guaranteed happy ending, you might find some enjoyment here. However, be prepared for a potentially frustrating male lead and a plot that feels a bit rushed and messy. For me, it's a 3 out of 5 stars. It's not terrible, but it's not something I'd rush to reread.