The Tale of a Girl Abandoned by her Companion and Dropped to the Bottom of the Abyss to Meet the 《King of Demons》

Lexia Sinclair was in a party with a girl called The Hero to captured an unexplored land. She, who has the skill of 《Recovery》, had been partying with her best friend, Meik, a hero, but one of her comrades Act told her that she was unnecessary. Desperate in her despair, she was pushed down into the abyss and couldn’t die immediately, but heard the voice of a “girl” in pain. The girl’s name was 《Lochness the Weeping Cat》 a Demon King who ruled the world.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Tale of a Girl Abandoned by her Companion and Dropped to the Bottom of the Abyss to Meet the 《King of Demons》 Okay, so I just finished reading "The Tale of a Girl Abandoned..." (phew, that's a mouthful!), and I have some thoughts. This story definitely left an impression, though not entirely a positive one. It’s a dark fantasy ride with some intriguing elements, but the ending felt... abrupt. ### First Impressions The premise is undeniably captivating. A weak healer, betrayed and cast into an abyss, only to find power and solace in the arms (or claws?) of a Demon King? Sign me up! The initial chapters do a great job of setting the stage for a tale of revenge and self-discovery. The depiction of the protagonist's vulnerability and her reliance on the hero creates a strong emotional foundation for her eventual downfall. ### What Works Well The sense of betrayal is palpable. The author really nails the emotional impact of the protagonist's abandonment. I found myself genuinely feeling her despair and anger. The initial world-building is also quite effective, painting a grim picture of a world where heroes aren't always heroic and darkness lurks beneath the surface. The idea of a "weak" character finding strength in an unexpected place is a classic trope, but the story executes it with a compelling twist by involving a Demon King. ### Areas of Concern The biggest issue for me, and I think for many other readers, is the ending. It feels incredibly rushed and unsatisfying. Just as the protagonist begins to embrace her newfound power, the story simply... stops. I was left with so many unanswered questions and a lingering sense of incompleteness. I really wanted to see more of her journey and how she confronts those who wronged her. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning If you haven't read the novel yet, be warned, I'm about to touch on some spoiler-y elements. The scene where the protagonist is essentially told she's useless and then pushed into the abyss is brutal. The author doesn't shy away from depicting the cruelty of her former comrades, which definitely adds to the emotional impact. However, this makes the abrupt ending even more frustrating because you're left hanging right when you expect the payback to begin. ### Final Verdict "The Tale of a Girl Abandoned..." is a story with a lot of potential that, unfortunately, falls short of its promise. The intriguing premise and emotional depth are undeniable, but the rushed and unsatisfying ending leaves a sour taste. I'd recommend it with caution, knowing that you might be left wanting more. If you enjoy dark fantasy with a focus on betrayal and a morally ambiguous protagonist, it might be worth a read, but be prepared for a potentially frustrating conclusion.