Your Highness, Please Love Me Tender

“Your mission is to gain Prince Rui’s trust.” “How?” “Prince Rui is gay, now you know what to do?” “…I get it.” He is the guard of Prince Qin who saved him and cultivated him from young to be his sharpest sword. He is first taught martial arts, then musical instruments, painting, chess, etc. to make him the best assassin. However, after being assigned the mission to gain Prince Rui’s trust, he gradually falls for him, the one he is supposed to kill. Adding to that entanglement is the mystery about his own origin and the truth about the famine in his childhood. So now the one who he has cherished for all these years turns out to be the very person who caused the famine? Life plays a joke on him. However, whatever identity Su Jie holds, he will take to heart this only person who is willing to shield swords for him and forsakes his own identity just to be with him. “Your Highness, please love me tender.” “My dear, I’m captivated, body and soul.”

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Your Highness, Please Love Me Tender "Your Highness, Please Love Me Tender" promised a historical yaoi romance, and after diving in, I found it delivered a generally enjoyable, albeit imperfect, experience. The story whisks you away to ancient times with princes, assassins, and court intrigue, making for a fast-paced read that kept me engaged. ### First Impressions The initial chapters immediately grabbed my attention. The plot moves quickly, throwing you into a world of royalty, hidden identities, and simmering tension between the main characters. I found the premise intriguing, especially the dynamic between the MC and ML, which felt layered and complex from the start. ### What Works Well What I appreciated most was the development of the central relationship. The MC and ML are both strong, independent characters with their own goals and motivations. Their feelings aren't instantaneous; they develop gradually as they navigate weighty matters of succession and war. I loved watching them slowly prioritize each other, which added a touch of realism to the romance. The author does a good job of creating charismatic characters. The balance between plot and romance kept me invested, and the ending, while perhaps a bit rushed, provided a satisfying conclusion. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall story, I did notice some inconsistencies. There were moments where character motivations felt muddled, and the level of detail in certain plot points seemed to fluctuate. Some plot points felt underdeveloped, and the resolutions to conflicts sometimes felt rushed, lacking the depth they deserved. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, this is where I have to address some specific plot points, so consider this your spoiler warning! Some readers expressed disappointment with the treatment of certain side characters, particularly Su Jie's sister. Her lack of development and seemingly arbitrary inclusion in the final chapter felt jarring and, frankly, a bit misogynistic. I can see how that would be frustrating. ### Final Verdict Despite its flaws, "Your Highness, Please Love Me Tender" is an engaging read, especially if you're looking for a quicker, less dense historical romance. While it might not leave a profound impression, it offers a fun and entertaining escape. I'd recommend it if you're in the mood for a lighthearted story with a satisfying, if somewhat hurried, conclusion.