You Think an Unorthodox Dark Healer Can’t Make Money? ‘Then I’ll Just Defect.’ So, I Defected. I Worked in the Demon Kingdom. I Earned Money. I Got Promoted. I Built a House. I Got a Wife. The Human Nations Declined

In order to make money, the young man “Kiwi Alaya” was running a clinic as a dark healer in the kingdom. However, with the outbreak of war between the kingdom and the demon kingdom, he was labeled a heretic. Threatened by the kingdom’s army that he would be burned at the stake for heresy unless he closed his clinic and assisted in torturing captured demon soldiers, Kiwi immediately decided: “If that’s the case, I’ll just defect.” Since he couldn’t make money in the kingdom, he devised a plan to defect and decided to work in the demon kingdom. Although his initial motive was purely self-interest, his sincere and responsible work ethic, along with the demons’ favorable misunderstandings of him, allowed Kiwi to steadily build trust and wealth in the demon kingdom. Meanwhile, in the kingdom that let Kiwi slip away, the soldiers of the demon kingdom, who seemed to recover quickly from their injuries, began to pressure them, causing the once advantageous war situation to gradually shift…?

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on You Think an Unorthodox Dark Healer Can’t Make Money? ‘Then I’ll Just Defect.’ So, I Defected. I Worked in the Demon Kingdom. I Earned Money. I Got Promoted. I Built a House. I Got a Wife. The Human Nations Declined Okay, let's be real, that title is a mouthful. But beyond the excessive length, the premise definitely hooked me. A dark healer defecting to the demon kingdom because humanity is shortsighted? Sign me up! I went in hoping for a fun, slightly edgy fantasy romp, and I got... well, something interesting. ### First Impressions The initial chapters definitely grab your attention. The setup is quick, and the MC's motivations are clear, even if his methods are a bit… unorthodox. I appreciated the immediate dive into the world and the protagonist's rather pragmatic approach to his situation. He's not some brooding anti-hero; he just wants to get paid and use his skills, and if the demons are willing to compensate him better, so be it. ### What Works Well The story has a certain charm, especially in the MC's rapid rise through the ranks of demon society. He's undeniably clever, quickly mastering new skills and exploiting loopholes. The misunderstandings that arise from his low EQ are often played for comedic effect, and while they could become grating, they generally resolve themselves quickly, preventing them from dragging down the pacing. I found myself enjoying the world-building, with its distinct factions and power dynamics. ### Areas of Concern Honestly, the biggest hurdle I faced was the translation quality. It’s pretty rough around the edges, with instances of gender confusion and awkward phrasing. It can be distracting and definitely detracts from the overall reading experience. While I could still follow the plot, I do hope the translation gets a serious overhaul in the future. It has the potential to significantly improve the story's flow and enjoyment. ### Final Verdict "You Think an Unorthodox Dark Healer..." is a flawed but ultimately entertaining read. The premise is intriguing, the MC is engaging (if a bit dense), and the world is interesting. However, the translation issues are a significant drawback. If you can look past the somewhat clunky prose, there's a genuinely fun story here. I'd recommend giving it a try, but be prepared to exercise some patience with the translation. It's a solid 3 out of 5 for me.