My Boyfriend Is the Heartthrob, and I’m Just a Passerby

After gaining awareness, Ye Jishu realizes he is just a passerby in a harem novel where the protagonist shou is a magnet for obsessive lovers. This novel has Gong 1, Gong 2, Gong 3… and the list goes on, each of them seemingly infected with madness, falling deeply and uncontrollably in love with the protagonist shou. Constantly showing concern, forcing possession, secretly stalking… Every flavor of obsession is covered. Yet, Ye Jishu isn’t even one of these cannon-fodder gongs. He’s just a spicy little plot device thrown into the tangled web of messy love triangles and polyamorous relationships. His entire existence serves one purpose: for the protagonist shou to coldly say, while facing all the gongs vying for him, “He’s my boyfriend.” Such an enticing and manipulative statement, spicing things up just a little more. For Ye Jishu, this was a doorway to a whole new world. According to the original plot, his role was: When Gong 1 shows up, he conveniently goes to get water, leaving the two some private space; When Gong 2 arrives, he pretends to look for something, giving them time to exchange glances; When Gong 3 comes, he closes his eyes and pretends to sleep, giving them a chance for some dramatic tension… He thought this was all he had to do. But one late night, unexpectedly, the protagonist shou suddenly pins him down on the bed, snuggling against his neck, voice low and heavy: “Jishu, why don’t you care about the people getting close to me? It’s obvious they all have ulterior motives, yet you don’t get jealous at all—” “Heh, of course, I don’t really care what you think either. After all, humans are just food, and you’re nothing more than a tool I’m using…” “…Hmm? Why aren’t you saying anything? Are you planning to ignore me again, leave me alone, and focus on someone else? Ridiculous. As if I’d actually care. This is getting old.” “……………” “Uh-oh, how troublesome, what a mess. What should I do? I don’t want this, but now that things have reached this point, you’ll just have to always keep your eyes on me from now on. Otherwise, I might end up eating you too. What do you think about that, Jishu?” His tone was coaxing, his face dazzlingly beautiful. His ink-black eyes were filled with dark, insane possessiveness. Seeing the tent**les sprouting from the protagonist shou’s body, and the black mist swirling around him, Ye Jishu’s heart raced at five hundred miles per hour, jumping to full throttle, his eyelids twitching furiously. What is this? So scary, so terrifying, ahhhh! #I thought I was just background scenery, but it turns out I’m a pure love warrior!# Warnings: 1. Non-human elements involved. 2. The gong isn’t human; his inner thoughts are often crawling with darkness, constantly acting out his own mental dramas. 3. Don’t force yourself if this isn’t your taste! This is mainly about writing a yandere, gloomy, twisted, walking-red-flag male lead! A gong with overwhelming, suffocating love!

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on My Boyfriend Is the Heartthrob, and I’m Just a Passerby "My Boyfriend Is the Heartthrob, and I’m Just a Passerby" is a wild ride, and I mean that in the best way possible. Going in, I was expecting a fluffy romance with a slightly unhinged male lead, but what I got was so much more. This story masterfully blends genres, creating a unique and unsettling experience that kept me hooked from beginning to end. ### First Impressions The synopsis is intentionally misleading, and I appreciated that. It sets you up for a typical campus romance, but the story quickly descends into psychological horror territory. There's an undercurrent of unease from the very beginning, a sense that something is not quite right. The author's writing style is engaging, using short sentences to drive the plot forward and longer sentences to add depth to the characters. ### What Works Well The relationship between the MC and ML is the heart of the story. The ML is a crazy, powerful being who is absolutely obsessed with the MC. Despite the power imbalance, he's portrayed as almost puppy-like in his devotion. The MC, on the other hand, is calm and collected, seemingly unfazed by the horrors around him. Their dynamic is fascinating, and I found myself rooting for them despite all the red flags. I also loved the world-building. The author creates a creepy and unsettling atmosphere, filling the world with monsters and horrors that are both terrifying and intriguing. The plot twists are well-executed, and the story keeps you guessing until the very end. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, let's talk spoilers. The core of the story is that the MC is narrating a campus romance while we're actually experiencing a psychological horror/thriller. Once the MC and ML are together, they forcefully portray a campus romance. The ML is an eldrich monster and the main villain in this story, but he's a puppy dog for MC. The breakup makes him reflect on his own actions and tries to be a better version of himself. The MC chose to go back in time so that their first meeting is more special, rather than let ML go. The horror is that the entire world is filled with horror and monsters. ### Final Verdict Despite its short length, "My Boyfriend Is the Heartthrob, and I’m Just a Passerby" is a memorable and thought-provoking read. The blend of horror, romance, and psychological elements creates a unique and engaging experience. If you're looking for a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat while also making you swoon, I highly recommend giving this one a try. Just be prepared for things to get weird.