The Jasmine Scented White Moonlight

Shen Shuyun had never understood why the young prince of the Ning family would fall in love with an ordinary person like himself at first sight and never forget about him. When Ning Wan put the divorce agreement in front of him, he finally understood. From start to finish, it wasn’t him that Ning Wan loved, but his pheromones. —- Ning Wan had once told Shen Shuyun: ” Whenever you’re tired of walking, just turn back…I would be right there.” However, when Shen Shuyun really needed Ning Wan, he turned back and there was no one behind him.

Original Publisher

chang pei (gongzicp)

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Jasmine Scented White Moonlight "The Jasmine Scented White Moonlight" promised a rollercoaster of emotions, and it certainly delivered... something. Diving into this novel, I knew I was signing up for a "wife-chasing crematorium" type story, a genre I often enjoy, but this one left me feeling conflicted. ### First Impressions The premise is classic: mistaken identity, marriage, a "white moonlight" appears, and then the regret kicks in. The initial chapters pulled me in with the mystery of the jasmine scent and the setup of the relationship between the main characters. I was ready for the angst. ### What Works Well For some, this novel hits the spot as a lighter, more subtle drama compared to heavier, angst-ridden stories. There's a certain sweetness to the main character, and some readers appreciated the fact that the main conflict stemmed from the male lead's own actions rather than external "green b*tches." The focus remains squarely on the relationship between the two male leads, which can be a refreshing change of pace. ### Areas of Concern However, the execution faltered for me in several key areas. The male lead's actions often crossed the line into unforgivable territory, and the "chasing" arc felt inadequate. I found it difficult to root for a character who had imprisoned and traumatized his partner, even if he later regretted his actions. The ending felt rushed, and I didn't feel like the male lead truly suffered enough for his mistakes. The male lead's actions, particularly his emotional infidelity and subsequent treatment of the main character, were a major sticking point. This made it difficult to find any redeeming qualities in his character. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning This section contains potential spoilers about the plot. Proceed with caution! The male lead's actions, such as literally imprisoning the main character after childbirth and forcing him to eat, were particularly disturbing. Even the initial emotional infidelity, like prioritizing the "white moonlight" over his husband, felt like a betrayal of the marriage. I also found the main character's reaction to the abuse troubling, as it seemed to veer into Stockholm syndrome territory. ### Final Verdict Overall, "The Jasmine Scented White Moonlight" is a mixed bag. While it offers some moments of sweetness and angst, the male lead's problematic actions and the rushed ending ultimately detracted from my enjoyment. If you're looking for a truly satisfying crematorium novel, this one might leave you wanting more. I give it a **2.5/5**.