Thirsty Skin

After graduation, Zhu Chizhou refused to accept the job arranged by his father. As a result, his father kicked him to Lin Wan to work as an assistant: “Work with Director Lin for a year. Then, you can start your own business.” Lin Wan is good-looking and has outstanding business skills, but he is notoriously cold and arrogant, and very difficult to get along with. Ten assistants had been replaced by him so far, and none of them stayed for even three months. Zhu Chizhou was almost driven crazy by Lin Wan’s torture. Everyone thought that he would give up voluntarily, including himself. However, one day, Zhu Chizhou suddenly found that he could hear Lin Wan’s voice! He reported the progress of the project at hand to Lin Wan, and Lin Wan supported his head expressionlessly. But he heard Lin Wan say in his heart: “The chest muscles look so good, I want to touch them.” Zhu Chizhou: ? He brought the documents to Lin Wan for signature, and Lin Wan picked up the pen coldly. But he heard Lin Wan say in his heart: “He looks so warm. I want to stick to him.” Zhu Chizhou: ?? When Lin Wan had drank too much at the social gathering, he was tasked to send the former home. Lin Wan pushed his hand away and got out of the car alone. But he heard Lin Wan say in his heart: “I really want him to stay. I want to sleep in his arms.” Zhu Chizhou: ??? After one year, his father told him that he could leave, Zhu Chizhou: “I want to take Lin Wan with me!” Younger dog x iceberg beauty

Original Publisher

chang pei (gongzicp)

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Thirsty Skin "Thirsty Skin" promised a light and charming shounen ai office romance with a touch of the supernatural, and for the most part, it delivered. I went in expecting a fluffy read, and I wasn't disappointed, even though I feel like the ending could have been a bit more fleshed out. ### First Impressions The premise immediately grabbed me. A calm, clever protagonist working alongside a handsome, cold love interest with hidden depths? Sign me up! The added layer of supernatural elements definitely piqued my interest, and I was eager to see how it all played out. The tags like "misunderstandings" and "office romance" suggested a potentially humorous and heartwarming story, and those expectations were mostly met. ### What Works Well The characters are definitely a strong point. I particularly enjoyed the protagonist's personality. He's described as charming and caring, which made him incredibly likable. I also appreciated the touches of humor sprinkled throughout the narrative. There was a scene where the MC, after having a few too many, starts philosophizing about his soul and body, much to the embarrassment of his friend, that I found genuinely funny. Moments like that kept the story from becoming too saccharine and gave it a unique flavor. ### Areas of Concern My main gripe is definitely the ending. It felt a bit rushed and lacked the depth I was hoping for. While I appreciate the resolution of the ML accepting himself and his illness, I felt like I was left wanting more. A little more context, a glimpse into their future together, would have significantly improved my overall impression. It's not a bad ending, per se, just a somewhat abrupt one that leaves you feeling like you're missing a piece of the puzzle. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where I get specific about the ending (so skip this if you don't want spoilers!). The ending felt like a quick wrap-up. I understand the ML accepting himself, being open about his illness, and being willing to accept the MC's quirks. But, I was hoping for a more concrete resolution, like seeing them get married or at least a more detailed look into their shared future. It felt like the author stopped just short of providing a truly satisfying conclusion. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Thirsty Skin" is a delightful and easy read that I would recommend if you're looking for something lighthearted and charming. While the ending could have been stronger, the engaging characters and humorous moments make it a worthwhile experience. It's a solid 4 out of 5 stars from me.