Preference

Xu Heyi, who was hurt by his first love, fell from the rock bottom and could not get up for many years. He lived a quiet, anonymous life, content to die by himself, until one day the light that belonged to him who he had been waiting suddenly arrived. “Before I met you, it was hard to believe that someone would like me so much”. “It’s not just simple like”, the man’s thin lips opened slightly and said: “It’s love”. “Xu Heyi, I only prefer to be with you in the whole world.” In this lifetime, you will eventually wait for this person. You will be favored and treated with tenderness by him wholeheartedly. Sensitive, naive, lustful and a beautiful shou vs a cold, arrogant, affectionate and paranoid CEO.

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Preference Alright, let's talk about "Preference." Going in, I knew it was tagged as adult, smut, and yaoi, so expectations were set accordingly. Did it deliver? In some ways, absolutely. In others, it surprised me. ### First Impressions Honestly, I was prepared for a straightforward, plot-lite experience. You know, the kind where the story is just a vehicle for *ahem* certain activities. And while the smut is definitely present and accounted for, I quickly realized there was more to this story than meets the eye. The tags "businessmen," "charming protagonist," and "different social status" hinted at a potential narrative, but I wasn't fully prepared for how engaging it would become. ### What Works Well The biggest surprise for me was the actual plot. I found myself genuinely invested in the characters and their relationships. The "misunderstandings" tag is definitely accurate, and they contribute significantly to the emotional depth of the story. While I initially skipped over some of the more explicit scenes to get back to the core narrative, I appreciated the effort put into crafting a story that wasn't solely reliant on its adult content. I thought the author did a good job of balancing the two elements. The dynamic between the characters felt genuine, and I was rooting for them despite the obstacles in their way. ### Areas of Concern It's important to remember that this is still primarily a smut novel, so the plot does have its weaker moments. There are some areas where the story feels a bit rushed or underdeveloped. I think some readers might find the plot holes or inconsistencies a bit jarring, especially if they're looking for a tightly woven narrative. However, for me, the overall enjoyment outweighed these minor issues. ### Final Verdict "Preference" is a surprisingly enjoyable read if you're going in with the right expectations. If you're looking for a purely plot-driven story, this might not be for you. But if you appreciate a good balance of smut and surprisingly heartfelt storytelling, then I think you'll find something to enjoy here. Just be prepared to potentially get more emotionally invested than you initially anticipated!