The Return of the Wife

Zhuang Jinling transmigrated into a novel about male harem. Not only he was sick, he was also used to humiliate the male protagonist as the male protagonist’s male wife. He was designed by the male protagonist to fall and disappeared from the mountain four years ago. Now returning with Xiao Douding, but the male protagonist was ready to open the harem. Zhuang Jinling was silent for half a minute, and asked Xiao Douding: “My baby, what do you say we are going to do?” Xiao Douding was silent for half a minute as he learned from him: “Do whatever dad says.” Slapped the table and stood up: “I want to kill this s*umbag.” Xiao Douding learnt from him when she slapped the table: “Okay.”

Original Publisher

lc read

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Return of the Wife "The Return of the Wife" is a wild ride, a blend of martial arts, yaoi, and transmigration tropes that kept me guessing until the very end. With a 3.5/5 rating, it seems opinions are definitely divided on this one, and I can see why. It's a story that demands patience and an open mind, rewarding those who stick with it. ### First Impressions Initially, I was wary. The premise, with a transmigrated MC entering the body of the ML's "wife" in a cultivation world, sounded like a recipe for disaster. I was concerned about potential forced relationship dynamics and the dreaded "dog blooded s*um ML" archetype. I can see why some readers dropped it early on, fearing the worst. ### What Works Well However, I was pleasantly surprised! The novel subverts many of the tropes it initially presents. The relationship between the MC and ML is complex and develops gradually. There's no non-consensual action, which is a huge relief. I found the characters to be well-developed, with their own motivations and backstories. The MC's relationship with the original's parents was particularly touching, given his own orphaned background. I also appreciated the role of Yaya, the system/daughter figure. She adds a layer of sweetness and complexity to the story. The plot itself, while convoluted at times, is ultimately satisfying. The transmigration has a purpose, and the ending, though bittersweet, is ultimately happy. The author also avoids unnecessary female bashing, giving the female characters their own agency and storylines. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where things get a bit spoilery. Stop reading if you want to go in blind! The story takes a turn when the MC starts losing control of the book and his body starts disappearing. This leads to a series of events that culminate in his "death" and return to the real world. However, the ML remembers everything and waits for him. The ending reveals that they were actually married generals in a past life, and the novel world was a virtual reality designed to help them recover their memories. ### Final Verdict "The Return of the Wife" is a flawed but ultimately enjoyable novel. It's not perfect, but its unique blend of genres, well-developed characters, and surprising plot twists make it worth a read. If you're willing to overlook some initial reservations and stick with it, you might just find yourself pleasantly surprised. Just be prepared for a rollercoaster of emotions and a healthy dose of fluff!