This Is Ridiculous

Wang Cuihua, an ordinary corporate s*ave, was on her way home when she suddenly transmigrated into a web novel. There, she became Yu Wanyin, a tyrant’s concubine. As it turned out, it was Concubine Yu’s turn to serve His Majesty in bed that night. Upon meeting the tyrant, his words and mannerisms gave Yu Wanyin a curious sense of déjà vu. After careful contemplation, she decided to sound him out. “How are you?” she blurted out in English. The rims of Xiahou Dan’s eyes reddened, and he fell silent. At length, he replied, also in English, “I’m fine, and you?”

Original Publisher

fanqie novel

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on This Is Ridiculous "This Is Ridiculous" certainly lived up to its name, but not in the way I initially expected. Going in, I thought I was in for a light, comedic romp. What I found was a surprisingly intricate and emotionally resonant story that kept me hooked from beginning to end. ### First Impressions The premise is certainly unique: two transmigrators find themselves in a novel-within-a-novel scenario. It's a transmigration-ception, as some might say! This immediately grabbed my attention. The initial chapters felt a little rushed in setting up the world, but once the story found its footing, I was completely invested. ### What Works Well The characters are the heart of this novel. The female lead, in particular, is fantastic. Her growth from a corporate drone trying to survive to a leader striving to improve the world around her felt natural and compelling. I also appreciated the male lead's complexity, especially his tragic backstory and how it shaped his actions. Their partnership, built on mutual respect and understanding, was a joy to watch. The plot is full of twists and turns that kept me guessing. Just when I thought I had things figured out, the author would throw in another curveball. The palace intrigue was well-written, and I loved how the story balanced humor with more serious themes. The ending, while perhaps a bit rushed, was ultimately satisfying and provided a sense of closure. I also have to give a shout-out to the translator. The prose flowed beautifully, and the cultural references were explained just enough to enhance the reading experience. ### Areas of Concern While I thoroughly enjoyed the novel, there were a few minor issues. The scene transitions could be a bit jarring at times, as there wasn't always a clear indication of when the story was jumping to a different location or time period. Also, I felt that some of the political aspects of the story could have been explored in more depth. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning The novel contains some potentially triggering content, including mentions of sexual assault, drugging, and cannibalism. The sexual assault is implied rather than explicitly depicted, but it's still an important part of the male lead's backstory. ### Final Verdict Despite a few minor flaws, "This Is Ridiculous" is a truly exceptional web novel. It's a story that will make you laugh, cry, and think long after you've finished reading. If you're looking for a transmigration story with depth, heart, and plenty of surprises, I highly recommend giving this one a try.