So I just finished book 3...

It was sooo good

I previously only watched the donghua and got books 3-5 gifted for christmas. I got books 1 and 2 a bit earlier but it took me a while to finish book 1 since I already knew the story and since I read out loud for my partner. (I'm their personal audiobook)

But now I've read book 2-3 in three days and I cannot wait to finish book 4. From what I've read I'm in for a ride with the Black Water arc.

Anyhow, reading books 1 and 2 with some knowledge of things was really fun. Fu Yao's and Nan Feng's interactions became even more hilarious, knowing who they really are. (I found out accidentally) Their reactions to Hua Cheng also made so much sense.

The story of Xianle's fall was definitely a bit dry at times but whenever small Hua Cheng showed up I felt so bad for him. I can't wait for Xie Lian to finally realize that he was that kid from back then. (Also that scene with the flower yao-)

And then the lanterns, three thousand . The play, the underwater kiss and Xie Lian teaching Hua Cheng calligraphy. They're just so sweet. Xie Lian's nervousness after the kiss absolutely sent me.

I'm really looking forward to book 4, I know there will be angst and I'm worried about my beloved Shi Qingxuan but also that cover-

Wish me luck 😌