The Medicine Jar is Loved but Not Abused

Shen Ning transmigrated into a canary stand-in Shouwen story and became a miserable Shou who was tortured 90% of the time. Then he discovered that even if he transmigrated, he was still sick. The young man’s eyes turned cold for a moment. Whether or not he was tortured, he was about to die anyway. After signing the contract, Xie Yin discovered that he was not raising a canary but the “super invincible supreme” version of the “sickly little ancestor”. Gong’s weird mother: “Xie Yin likes you, but he has to stick to his duties…” Shen Ning: “Ahem, cough, cough, what did you say!” Gong’s mother: “…It’s nothing, I don’t want to be a mu*derer “ Gong’s weird friends: “Don’t think it’s a big deal that Xie Yin likes you, you are just a substitute… there will be angels who will love you for you.” Shen Ning: ? Why suddenly poetic? Later, when Gong’s ex-boyfriend returned to China, he sat elegantly in front of Shen Ning and said to him: “Did you know? Xie Yin likes to hear me play the piano the most.” Shen Ning lowered his head and replied: “I don’t know, I just know that if you don’t return my phone to me, this place will soon be surrounded by police cars and ambulances.” Shen Ning had just taken the phone back, and from the other end: “Why didn’t you answer my call?!” Shen Ning frowned: “Your ex-boyfriend took the phone away.” “You just gave it to him because he took it?” Xie Yin said angrily, “You’re driving me crazy on purpose!” Shen Ning was confused, when did he get involved? Aren’t *you* driving yourself crazy? “Broken at the touch of a finger, fearless and ill” Shou × “Boss changes job to twenty-four hour filial piety and good boyfriend” Gong

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Medicine Jar is Loved but Not Abused This novel, "The Medicine Jar is Loved but Not Abused," definitely left me with a lot to think about. It's a modern-day transmigration story with a "weak protagonist and domineering CEO" vibe, but with some interesting twists that kept me engaged. While it may not be groundbreaking, I found it to be a memorable read. ### First Impressions Initially, the plot felt a bit slow, but as I delved deeper, the story picked up pace. The MC, Shen Ning, is quite a character. He's transmigrated into the original protagonist of a novel, but he's surprisingly resigned to his situation. He doesn't try to change his fate, which is a refreshing change from the usual transmigration tropes. The ML is cold, but there's a sweetness to him that peeks through. Together, they make a pretty funny and endearing team. ### What Works Well I really enjoyed the comedic undertones and the bickering dynamic between the MC and ML. The MC's antics and the ML's reactions were often hilarious. The plot also has some well-done reveals that completely change the context of the story, which I always appreciate. Plus, the fact that the MC brought his allergies *and* illness with him when he transmigrated added an unexpected layer of complexity to the story. It definitely made their relationship and the ML's protectiveness all the more understandable. ### Areas of Concern One thing I felt was that the characters could be frustrating at times. The MC, in particular, seemed to accept abuse and misunderstandings without much resistance, which tested my patience. I wanted him to stand up for himself more! Also, the power dynamic between the MC and ML felt imbalanced at times, making it feel more like a servant/master or father/son relationship rather than an equal partnership. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, let's talk about the ML's backstory. It's revealed later in the story that his older brother was gay and faced terrible discrimination from their parents, ultimately leading to a tragic end. This is why the ML enters into contracted relationships with men – to spite his parents. This adds a lot of depth to his character and explains his cold demeanor. Also, the MC is dying. ### Final Verdict Despite some flaws, "The Medicine Jar is Loved but Not Abused" is a story I think I'll remember. The sweet romance, unique plot elements, and the MC and ML's interesting dynamic make it worth a read. If you enjoy mature yaoi stories with complex characters and a good dose of humor, give this one a try. I'm giving it a solid 4/5 stars.