The Villainous Shizun Is As Beautiful As A Flower

Shen Liuxiang stayed up all night reading a novel about a white lotus protagonist shou and his easy road to power. Having finished it, he thumped his chest and stomped his foot in unhappiness. In the novel, there was a villainous shizun who shared his name. He was as beautiful as a flower, but would rather ruin his own looks to imitate others. He was infatuated with the Bingshan Sword Venerable, who had his heart set on the protagonist shou. Foolish and shameless, he continued to entangle with and chase after the other. He severed his connection to his father, the Venerable Emperor, and renounced his ties to his senior brother in the Sect. He fought to the death with his blood brother, the Demon Venerable. For the Sword Venerable, he was even willing to get rid of his toughest rival-in-love—his own disciple, who would later become number one in the cultivation world! After going to sleep, Shen Liuxiang woke up to find himself transmigrated as the villain Shizun in the book. “Strive to look like the protagonist shou? Wake up, this immortal is the most beautiful in the world!” “Sword Venerable, who? Is he stronger than my father, the Venerable Emperor?! Is he more handsome than my senior brother in the Sect?! Is he fiercer than my blood brother, Demon Venerable?!” Facing the protagonist’s greatest backer in the future, Zhou Xuanlan, Shen Liuxiang decided to grab onto the opportunity, seize his good fortune, and stifle the danger in the cradle. However, his disciple was too well-behaved. “All spiritual treasures in heaven and on earth belong to Shizun. All ancient relics belong to Shizun. This disciple also belongs to Shizun.” Shen Liuxiang: “…Alright, I’ll give you a chance QAQ” Initially an indifferent shizun, Shen Liuxiang slowly became fiercely protective of his disciple. His disciple, in turn, was upright, righteous, and increasingly loyal towards him. However, right at this time, Shen Liuxiang miscalculated. The Zhou Xuanlan from the original novel had returned! “Shizun has changed so much,” the man spoke with a dangerous air, hugging him from behind, the low voice resounding right beside his ear, “but I like it very much.” Shen Liuxiang cried. He wanted his obedient disciple back!

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Villainous Shizun Is As Beautiful As A Flower ### First Impressions Going into "The Villainous Shizun Is As Beautiful As A Flower," I was immediately drawn in by the promise of comedy and a shizun-disciple relationship. The synopsis hinted at a transmigration story with a mischievous MC, and I'm always a sucker for that trope. I was hoping for a lighthearted and entertaining read, and for the most part, that's what I got. ### What Works Well The humor is definitely a highlight. I found myself chuckling at Shen Liuxiang's antics and his interactions with his family, especially his father and brother. His carefree attitude is infectious. The romance, while slow-burn, is sweet and satisfying. I appreciated that the MC clearly acknowledges his feelings for the ML, Zhou Xuanlan, which avoids the endless pining that can sometimes drag down danmei novels. Zhou Xuanlan's character development, from an obedient puppy to a fierce wolf, is also well-executed. The story shines when it focuses on the relationship between the MC and ML and the wholesome family dynamics. I also appreciated that the side characters, for the most part, had their own motives and weren't just cardboard cutouts. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall experience, I did find some areas that could have been stronger. The plot, at times, felt a bit disconnected, like a series of side quests that didn't quite form a cohesive whole. The world-building could have been more robust, relying heavily on the reader's prior knowledge of cultivation novels. Also, the MC's character, while likable, sometimes felt inconsistent, adapting to the cultivation world a little too easily. I did find that the ending felt a bit rushed, and I would have liked to see more development in certain areas, such as the background of the ML and the MC's mother. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some reviewers have mentioned specific plot points, such as the MC being kicked out of the sect, ending up in the palace, and the ML becoming the 9th lord. There's also a twist involving the original ML returning and temporarily replacing the sweet ML disciple. Be aware of these potential spoilers before diving in. ### Final Verdict Despite some minor flaws, "The Villainous Shizun Is As Beautiful As A Flower" is an enjoyable and entertaining read. The humor, sweet romance, and likable characters make it a worthwhile experience, especially if you're looking for a lighthearted xianxia novel with a happy ending. If you're not expecting a deeply complex plot or intricate world-building, you'll likely find yourself charmed by this story. I'd recommend it to fans of the shizun-disciple trope who appreciate a good laugh and a heartwarming romance.