Devil Venerable Also Wants to Know

In a Mary-Sue novel, the readers all liked the Devil Venerable, the second male lead who devoted himself whole-heartedly to the female lead. However the female lead only loved the male lead who ab*sed her physically and mentally. Readers: Why doesn’t the female lead like the Devil Venerable?! Devil Venerable: This Venerable also wants to know. But what I really want to know is why I even like the female lead at all. In order to understand why the female lead wasn’t attracted to him, the self-conscious Devil Venerable brutally interrogated the entire cast of characters from the novel. Background characters: I have so many things I want to say but I don’t dare to say it to his face! – After obtaining the book, the Devil Venerable discovered that the book described the world he lived in. This book said that after he sacrificed himself for the female lead, the fourth male lead, his silent and loyal subordinate Yin Hanjiang, blackened and attempted to kill her as a sacrificial offering for his lord. Devil Venerable Wenren È: Yin Hanjiang, this Venerable wants to know why you wanted to kill the female lead. Yin Hanjiang was silent. Wenren È: If you refuse to speak, this Venerable will cut out your tongue and have it with alcohol! Yin Hanjiang: … Wenren È: What the hell are you blushing for?!

Original Publisher

jjwxc

English Publisher

hai tang books

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *Devil Venerable Also Wants to Know* This novel was quite the ride! It's a xianxia with a strong comedic bent and a refreshing take on familiar tropes. I found myself thoroughly entertained, and it's easy to see why it has such a high rating. ### First Impressions Initially, the story felt a little slow as it set the stage, but that didn't last long. The premise is intriguing: our protagonist, the Devil Venerable Wenren E, discovers a book detailing a future where he's a supporting character in a trashy romance. His reaction? Utter confusion and a determination to understand why the characters are acting so…illogically. I was immediately hooked by his logical approach to a world driven by messy emotions and destiny. ### What Works Well The comedy is definitely a highlight. It's not just silly gags; it's woven into the plot and character interactions, often highlighting the absurdity of common xianxia tropes. I especially appreciated how the female characters were well-developed and integral to the story, avoiding the sidelining that can sometimes happen in this genre. The characters themselves are another strong point. Wenren E is a fascinating protagonist—powerful, intelligent, but also surprisingly human. He's not driven by a desire for world domination, but by a desire to understand the world around him and to lead his sect effectively. His relationship with Yin Hanjiang, his loyal subordinate, is heartwarming and develops beautifully throughout the story. It's a shounen ai, but the focus is more on their actions and mutual respect than explicit romantic scenes, which I found refreshing. I also loved the way the novel tackles karma and the cycle of cause and effect. It adds a layer of depth to the story and makes the world feel believable and interconnected. The author also does a great job of poking fun at the Mary Sue and stallion novel tropes, all while managing to respect the characters and their motivations. ### Areas of Concern While I overall enjoyed the novel, the romance does take a backseat, especially in the first half. If you're primarily looking for a love story, you might find yourself wanting more explicit romantic development early on. Some readers also found the story a bit confusing at times, with the rules of the world not always clearly defined. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers may find the following minor spoilers. The original female lead can be frustrating. But the novel also explores why she's like that, and that's one of the main points of the novel. ### Final Verdict Despite a few minor drawbacks, *Devil Venerable Also Wants to Know* is a fantastic read. It's funny, engaging, and offers a fresh perspective on the xianxia genre. I highly recommend it, especially if you're looking for a story with well-developed characters, a unique plot, and a healthy dose of humor.