The Stand-in Refuses to Become a Regular

As the other person’s stand-in, he humbly falls in love with the president. Xue Yingshuang was a stand-in, and humbly fell in love with Xing Yun…’s salary pay. As the other person’s stand-in, Xue Yingshuang wishes he could never be separated from the president for the rest of his life. He is a stand-in, and he must get off work at one o’clock. The president’s white moonlight came back, other stand-ins were sad, and depressed. They couldn’t handle the jealousy and finally left with a dead heart. Xing Yun’s white moonlight came back, and Xue Yingshuang had no waves. He enthusiastically served white moonlight and shone brightly at work. Xing Yun: Little stand-in, is this your little trick to seduce me? Xue Yingshuang: Misunderstood. Xing Yun: Do you want to suffer in silence and finally leave secretly, driving me crazy? Xue Yingshuang: You think too much, how can I leave? I still have half a year of social security before I can receive unemployment insurance. Xing Yun: ? Xue Yingshuang: I also haven’t received the year-end bonus you sent me yet. Xing Yun: ?? Xue Yingshuang: I didn’t get my paid annual leave either. Xing Yun: ??? Xue Yingshuang: Wait until I get the money and put it towards a vacation.

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Stand-in Refuses to Become a Regular "The Stand-in Refuses to Become a Regular" promised a sweet and comedic romance, and for the most part, it delivered. I found myself charmed by the dynamic between the main characters, even if the plot occasionally felt a bit drawn out. This novel seems to be an extended version of a shorter story, and while the added depth is appreciated, it also leads to some pacing issues. ### First Impressions Initially, I was drawn in by the lighthearted premise and the promise of a "cliché dog-blood drama" turned wholesome. The early chapters were genuinely enjoyable, filled with humorous misunderstandings and sweet domesticity between Xue Yingshuang and Xing Yun. I appreciated the refreshing take on the "white moonlight" trope, with Bai Qianyi being a genuinely nice person rather than a scheming villain. ### What Works Well The character development is a definite highlight. Xue Yingshuang's dedication to learning and his hidden insecurities made him relatable, and Xing Yun's growth from a "domineering CEO" to a more considerate partner was rewarding to witness. I especially liked how the story addressed Xue Yingshuang's low self-esteem, with Xing Yun creating opportunities for him to gain confidence naturally. The humor, while not always laugh-out-loud funny, provides a constant comedic undertone that kept me engaged. Also, the side characters are well-developed, and I enjoyed reading about the ML's mother. ### Areas of Concern While the extended length allows for deeper character exploration, it also contributes to a sense of dragging in the middle. I felt like the story sometimes circled back to the same conflicts, and Xue Yingshuang's obliviousness occasionally stretched believability. The structure, being an expansion of a previous outline, can feel disjointed at times, with scenes jumping around and leaving me wanting more lingering moments. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some reviewers mentioned specific plot points, such as Bai Qianyi finding his own love interest and Xue Yingshuang winning over Xing Yun's mother through his enthusiasm for learning. While these moments are enjoyable, knowing about them beforehand might diminish their impact. ### Final Verdict Overall, I enjoyed "The Stand-in Refuses to Become a Regular." While it has its flaws, particularly in pacing and structure, the well-developed characters, sweet romance, and refreshing take on familiar tropes make it a worthwhile read. If you're looking for a lighthearted and wholesome story with a touch of depth, this might be right up your alley. I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.