Well Then, Everyone, Good Day

“You should be grateful that I’m marrying an unattractive woman like you!” A sudden insult was thrown at them at the meeting. The four-year-old Milese Edwardo was a little taken aback, but looked up at her fiancé, Dudley Marx, who was five years older than her. –Stunned. From then on, every time Dudley scolded her, Milese blinked in confusion. Even if he called her “uneducated,” “lacking common sense,” — even if her sister-in-law became her husband’s mistress. –It seems sister (my husband’s mistress) is expecting, so I’m divorcing him!

Original Publisher

syosetu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Well Then, Everyone, Good Day "Well Then, Everyone, Good Day" is a short and sweet fantasy novel that I found to be a surprisingly engaging read, despite its simplicity. It's the kind of story you can breeze through in an afternoon, offering a lighthearted escape into a world of nobles, marriages of convenience, and unexpected twists. ### First Impressions Initially, I was a bit unsure about where the story was going. The setup, involving a marriage plagued by infidelity and aristocratic arrogance, felt almost too predictable. I was worried it would devolve into tiresome drama. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the direction the narrative ultimately took. ### What Works Well The biggest strength of this novel lies in its unexpected plot twist. It completely reframes the initial events and provides a satisfying explanation for the protagonist's seemingly passive behavior. The ending feels earned and leaves you with a sense of closure, even though I, like others, wouldn't mind seeing more of Milese's story. The author also deserves credit for keeping the story concise and avoiding unnecessary drama. It gets straight to the point, making it a perfect quick read. ### Areas of Concern One aspect that I found somewhat lacking was the character development, particularly in the first half of the story. The protagonist's internal thoughts and motivations remain largely obscured, which made it difficult to connect with her initially. A few hints about her underlying intentions would have significantly improved the reading experience. While the exposition-heavy dialogue does move the plot along efficiently, it does sacrifice some of the immersive quality that comes from showing, rather than telling. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning This section contains potential spoilers regarding the plot twist. Reader discretion is advised. The twist involving the protagonist's calculated plan is well-executed, but the lack of foreshadowing made the first half of the story feel somewhat disconnected from the latter half. While the reveal is impactful, a few subtle clues earlier on would have made the narrative feel more cohesive. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Well Then, Everyone, Good Day" is an enjoyable, albeit imperfect, short story. If you're looking for a quick, lighthearted read with a surprising twist, this might be right up your alley. Just be prepared for a somewhat slow start and a protagonist who takes a while to reveal her true colors. I'd give it a solid 3 out of 5 stars.