The Peach Blossoms Begin to Dance

Pian Pian had once been the biggest bigshot in the whole game, but had disappeared from the Jianghu after being framed. Soon after, she bought over an account online from the xianyu app, and got ready to raise up this old player’s account. But then she realised that the former user’s online relationship had also been a real-life relationship – with the former user having aborted her s*um husband’s baby. Her own female disciple had used her to climb up, and then repeatedly killed the former user to the point that she couldn’t take it anymore and sold her account – it had really been excessively cliche. Pian Pian felt that her plan to ab*se the cheating s*um husband back, was somewhat refreshing. Former User’s Husband: “She’s not like you – she’s very innocent. If you have anything to say, say it to me instead!” Pian Pian: “There’s no need, happy divorce!” Former User’s Husband: “Ai, why’re you forcing yourself to act strong.” Pian Pian: “I’m not forcing myself, this is completely real strength. After all, I’m the game’s strongest woman[4].” Former Disciple: “Hubbie, did you hear her? She said that she’s Boss Han’s woman! Let’s help her spread this happy news around!” Pian Pian: “Wait, I think you read that wrong!” Later on, she who had dealt with the gossip surrounding her and Boss Han, had actually met the real deal. “Pian Pian, I heard that you wanted to become my woman?” “…You think that’s possible?” “Of course.” Under the gaze of thousands, she received a message from the game system. ‘Yi Chuan Han Xing wants to do a pair action with you: forcibly kiss. Do you accept? [Yes] [No].”

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *The Peach Blossoms Begin to Dance* ### First Impressions *The Peach Blossoms Begin to Dance* immediately hooked me with its premise. A top-ranked player deciding to ditch the competitive scene and embrace a more relaxed gaming life? That's a concept I can get behind. The idea of the female lead (FL) buying a new account and then having to untangle the previous owner's messy in-game life felt fresh and relatable, especially for anyone who's ever tried to start anew in an online world. I was definitely intrigued to see how she would navigate the drama. ### What Works Well The characters are where this novel truly shines. I appreciated the depth given to both the FL and the male lead (ML). They both carry emotional baggage and scars, and the way they grapple with their pasts makes them feel incredibly human. The romance is complex, with a second chance element involving the FL's first love adding an extra layer of tension. I found myself invested in their journey, wanting to see them overcome their obstacles and find happiness. The story acknowledges the wide age range of online gamers, which adds to the realism. The FL's realistic approach to online relationships, understanding that people don't always project their true selves in-game, is also well-executed. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, so there are some spoilers I want to address. It seems the "strongest second player" is actually the FL's first love, who's still hung up on her and wants to marry her in the virtual world. Their breakup involved distance and youthful mistakes, and the novel explores the idea that timing is crucial in relationships. The ML's past also comes into play, with him having a bit of a "playboy" phase after their initial split, which adds a layer of complexity to his character. ### Final Verdict Overall, I found *The Peach Blossoms Begin to Dance* to be an engaging and thought-provoking read. While some of the flashbacks might feel a bit cluttered, the compelling characters, intricate relationships, and relatable themes of second chances and online identity make it a worthwhile experience. I'm giving it a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It's a story that's stayed with me, and I highly recommend it to those who enjoy shoujo romances with a touch of MMORPG drama and realistic characters.