Everyone Hates the Substitute Until He’s Reborn

In his previous life, when Ye Chaoran was 16 years old, he was suddenly visited by a rich man who told him he was the young master of the Fang family who lived in a different city. Little did he know that the purpose of his biological parents was just to find a heart for his brother who had a heart disease. The parents who he tried to please: “When the operation is successful, we’ll directly announce that he suddenly died.” The older brother he wanted to be close to: “Don’t appear in front of me. Disgusting.” Even the man Ye Chaoran cared about most only regarded him as a substitute. As for his beloved younger brother Fang Yan, Ye Chaoran thought he was the only one who was good to him. Until the last moment, when he showed his true face. It turns out that all along, he’s only been ridiculed, rejected, and hated. Then he was reborn. Now, Ye Chaoran just wants to repay his adoptive parents, get revenge while he’s at it, and live his life well. – Ye Chaoran, who’d just been found, refused to leave with his biological parents. The Fang family tried everything, giving him houses and cars, then persuading, then coercing. Finally, they prepared to kidnap him by force. But bodyguards in black descended from the sky and threw the garbage aside. An old man showed up, looking calm and proud: “Who dares to touch anyone from my Ye family?” Ye Chaoran was confused: “Who is this?” The adoptive father looked sad: “My father.” Only then did Ye Chaoran realize that his adoptive father turned out to be the richest man’s runaway son! His family is countless times richer than the Fang family!

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *Everyone Hates the Substitute Until He’s Reborn* ### First Impressions Okay, I dove into *Everyone Hates the Substitute Until He’s Reborn* with a bit of trepidation. Rebirth stories can be hit or miss, and the synopsis felt familiar. However, I was quickly drawn in by the promise of a sweet romance and a protagonist determined to live a better life. It seemed like a good palate cleanser after some heavier reads. ### What Works Well The family dynamics in this novel are definitely a highlight. The love between the MC and his adoptive parents is heartwarming, and I found myself rooting for them to overcome the machinations of his truly awful biological family. Seriously, those people are cartoonishly evil in the best (and worst) way possible. The romance, while slow-burn, is also undeniably cute. The ML's initial misunderstanding and subsequent shyness were endearing. It was refreshing to see a high school romance portrayed with such innocence and sweetness. The pacing is also pretty good; the story moves along quickly, and the revenge plot is resolved without dragging on unnecessarily. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the fluff and sweetness, I can see why some readers might find the story a bit bland. The characters, while likeable, aren't particularly deep, and the plot can feel generic at times. The face-slapping, while satisfying, isn't always the most nuanced, and some of the conflicts feel a bit forced. I also felt like the MC could have been more proactive in dealing with the Fang family, rather than relying on others to fight his battles. The immaturity of how some serious issues were handled also took away from the overall impact of the story. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here comes the spoiler section, so proceed with caution! I've seen some discussion about the extras, particularly the ones dealing with the original timeline where the MC dies. Apparently, they're quite heartbreaking, and it's worth being prepared for some serious feels if you decide to read them. There are also spoilers about the MC's coming out scene, which is described as incredibly chill and supportive. ### Final Verdict Overall, I'd say *Everyone Hates the Substitute Until He’s Reborn* is a solid, enjoyable read, especially if you're in the mood for something light and fluffy. It's not going to blow your mind with its originality or depth, but it's a well-executed example of the genre with a sweet romance, satisfying revenge, and heartwarming family relationships. I'd recommend it as a quick and easy read when you need a break from heavier, more complex stories.