But Shixiong Doesn’t Want To Be A Villain!

Bai Fanlu transmigrated into an immortal cultivation novel as a villainous demon lord. In the original novel, the demon lord was originally in the ranks of the immortal class and had a promising future. Unfortunately, he fell in love with the male lead, became a villain for his sake, and ended up with his soul disintegrated. Bai Fanlu objected to this idiotic plot. The reason for the demon lord to become a villain was not the least justified. He was obviously a decent gentleman! The most important reason, of course, is that the demon lord and him share the same name. System: [Giving you a chance to prove yourself.] Bai Fanlu: [?] System: [Persevere and do not become a villain to the end, and you can return home when the male lead is done with saving the world.] Bai Fanlu: […What if I become a villain?] System: [Then of course you will end up as cannon fodder.] Bai Fanlu has a plan. In order to not become a villain, he has to adhere to three principles: Do not have any physical contact with the main lead. Do not have any grudge entanglement with the main lead. Do not have any emotional interaction with the main lead. However, nothing went as planned… 1. The first day Bai Fanlu escaped from the mountain, he was carried back to the Sect by the main lead in full view of everyone. All the female disciples: “Sect Leader is so considerate to Shixiong.” Bai Fanlu: “…” 2. When Bai Fanlu was about to go out of control with his cultivation, the male lead risked his life to unblock his meridians to keep him from harm. All the male disciples: “Sect Leader was willing to sacrifice his life to save another, such a righteous man and deserving of our admiration.” Bai Fanlu: “…” 3. The cliff below was an endless abyss, and according to the original plot, he will be pushed down into the 10,000-feet deep demon pit. Bai Fanlu thought to himself, ‘Am I doomed to become a villain?’ As he was getting desperate, a figure descended from the sky, throwing out a long, colourful damask to him, snatching him out of the red lotus fire and carrying him up into the sky. Under the divine tree, above the sea of clouds and mountains, the young man forcibly trapped him, with a darkness swirling in his eyes he said, “Shixiong…are you trying to leave me? I will not allow it.” Bai Fanlu: “…” Bai Fanlu: “So, who exactly is becoming the villain in the end?”

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on But Shixiong Doesn’t Want To Be A Villain! "But Shixiong Doesn’t Want To Be A Villain!" is a xianxia transmigration novel that definitely took me for a ride. It's a story with a lot of mystery, and while I appreciated certain aspects, I also found some elements frustrating. ### First Impressions Going in, I was intrigued by the synopsis – a protagonist trying to avoid a villainous fate. However, I quickly realized that the story is more complex than it initially lets on. The MC transmigrates into a novel as a villainous character and is determined to avoid the ML, but the plot thickens as he uncovers more about the world and his role in it. ### What Works Well The central mystery is definitely a strong point. I found myself wanting to piece together the puzzle alongside the MC. The relationship between the MC and his shidi and master was also enjoyable, adding a layer of warmth to the story. Also, when the ML disguised himself, their interactions were very cute. The author does a great job of writing the ML's shameless teasing and the MC's shy reactions. ### Areas of Concern One of my biggest issues was the pacing and plot execution. The story felt disjointed at times, with plot points appearing suddenly. The transitions between plot points were poorly executed and could feel like whiplash. I also felt like the world-building was lacking. Magic items and factions are introduced without much background, making it hard to fully invest in the world. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning A major point of contention is the use of amnesia. It pops up frequently, and while some readers might be okay with it, I found it overused and detrimental to character development. The MC's constant memory loss made it difficult to connect with him and understand his motivations. Furthermore, the ML deceiving the MC with lies was uncomfortable. The MC's reaction to finding out the ML's true identity felt overdramatic. ### Final Verdict Overall, "But Shixiong Doesn’t Want To Be A Villain!" is a mixed bag. The plot can be engaging, but the execution is lacking. If you enjoy complicated stories with morally grey characters and don't mind a heavy dose of amnesia, you might find something to enjoy here. However, be prepared for a bumpy ride with some frustrating plot elements along the way. I'd give it a 3 out of 5 stars.