The Lowly Lover is Preparing to Break Up with the Best Actor

Su Jinzhi was Jian Fanghan’s lover. The entire entertainment industry knew this, and they also scorned their existence. Jian Fanghan had his own beloved white moonlight, but Su Jinzhi didn’t mind. As long as he could stay by Jian Fanghan’s side, he was happy. However, seeing Jian Fanghan’s meticulous care and devotion towards his white moonlight finally broke Su Jinzhi’s heart. Su Jinzhi didn’t want to continue like this anymore, so he asked Jian Fanghan for a breakup. Jian Fanghan simply replied, “When were we ever together? Su Jinzhi, you overestimate yourself.” “…” ＊ After a period of dejection, Su Jinzhi decided to focus on his career. Jian Fanghan readily agreed on the surface, but secretly cut off all of Su Jinzhi’s connections and resources in the entertainment industry. When Su Jinzhi confronted him, Jian Fanghan instead confined him to a room, loosening his tie and approaching him step by step. “Breaking up is fine, but you have to sleep with me.” He was even threatened to stay by Jian Fanghan’s side, to be his kept man, to watch him and his white moonlight get engaged. Su Jinzhi grew increasingly despondent and finally, unable to bear it any longer, slit his wrists on the day of their engagement. That night, Jian Fanghan went mad. ＊ Su Jinzhi left the entertainment industry and opened a bakery. Jian Fanghan visited him every day, not daring to approach, just watching from afar. After that, Su Jinzhi was constantly trending online. #Popular Actor Quits Acting for Love, Becomes Top Contributor to Food Streamer!# #Jian Fanghan Visits Bakery Every Day After Broken Engagement!# #Actor Begs for Love! From Kept Man Story to Pure Love!# The bakery was always crowded, Jian Fanghan’s presence a living advertisement. The bakery’s daily earnings went from hundreds, to thousands, to tens of thousands, to hundreds of thousands… Su Jinzhi didn’t want to have anything to do with him anymore and told him, “Stop doing this. We’re impossible.” Then Jian Fanghan, a grown man, just… cried??? Submissive, Timid, and Devoted Lover X Aloof, Domineering Actor (Later Devoted)

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Lowly Lover is Preparing to Break Up with the Best Actor "The Lowly Lover is Preparing to Break Up with the Best Actor" is definitely a rollercoaster of emotions, and I’m still catching my breath. This novel dives headfirst into the kind of dramatic, angst-ridden territory that can either make or break a story. Luckily, for the most part, I found it quite compelling, even if parts were a bit… much. ### First Impressions Okay, right off the bat, be warned: this story is *intense*. We're talking toxic relationship vibes, a ML who starts off pretty awful, and a MC who initially seems to take way too much. It’s the kind of setup that made me want to simultaneously root for them and yell at them both. There is a clear power imbalance at the start that had me concerned, but I was willing to see how the author would resolve it. ### What Works Well What really grabbed me was the emotional depth. The author doesn't shy away from exploring the characters' flaws and vulnerabilities. The ML goes through a significant groveling period, which, let's be honest, is a key ingredient in any good wife-chasing crematorium story. I appreciated that the MC, while forgiving, wasn't a complete pushover. He recognized his worth and eventually grew from the initial doormat state. The ending, though hard-earned, felt satisfying, and I genuinely felt relieved when they finally got their happy ending. I also found the side characters to be quite engaging, especially the ML's mom, who was a surprising source of support. ### Areas of Concern The drama can get a little over-the-top. There were moments when I rolled my eyes at the sheer ridiculousness of the plot twists and the ML's constant near-death experiences. The white moonlight character felt underdeveloped, and I was hoping for more complexity from her. I also felt that the ML's mental health issues, while addressed, could have been handled with more nuance. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, major spoiler alert! The ML's repeated trips to the hospital and the self-harm themes definitely push the boundaries of believability. Also, the fact that it almost ends in a BE but then switches to HE. Be warned if you are sensitive to these issues. ### Final Verdict Despite its flaws, "The Lowly Lover is Preparing to Break Up with the Best Actor" is a worthwhile read if you're in the mood for some serious angst and redemption. It's not perfect, and it will definitely put you through the emotional wringer. But if you're looking for a story with flawed characters, lots of drama, and a satisfying (albeit hard-won) happy ending, then I recommend giving this one a try. Just be prepared to shed some tears!