Second Marriage

Everyone said that Xiao Youning had a good life. Her father and brother controlled the military, and Li Qingzhi, her husband-to-be, had a younger maternal uncle who held power over the Imperial Courts and the common people. Unexpectedly, as soon as Xiao Youning was sent to the wedding room on her wedding day, she received the terrible news that her father and brother had been defeated and their whereabouts were unknown. The Li Family were afraid of being implicated and ruthlessly handed her a divorce letter. Xiao Youning was barely married when she became a divorced woman. In the blink of an eye, the Li Family climbed up the ranks through the princess and made her completely reduced to a joke. It was when everyone was excitedly watching Xiao Youning’s difficulties that Li Qingzhi’s powerful younger maternal uncle blocked her at the rock garden, leaned over her ears and said, “When will you marry me?” * How does it feel to be your ex-husband’s young aunt? Xiao Youning: Refreshing! However, the surprises from her treasure husband were still to come…

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Second Marriage "Second Marriage" promised a sweet historical romance, and for the most part, it delivered. While it didn't completely blow me away, it was an enjoyable read with likeable characters and a fairly straightforward plot. If you're looking for something light and easy, this might be right up your alley. ### First Impressions I went into this expecting a story similar to other "marrying the relative" tropes, but I was pleasantly surprised. The premise is simple: Xiao Youning faces disgrace after her engagement is called off, leading her to an unexpected connection with Ye Shen, the uncle of her former fiancé. The story quickly becomes focused on their relationship, which I found endearing. ### What Works Well The relationship between Xiao Youning and Ye Shen is definitely the highlight. I particularly appreciated that Ye Shen didn't fall head-over-heels instantly. His growing affection felt more realistic, and once he realized his feelings, he was upfront and honest, which I found refreshing. Xiao Youning is also a likeable character. She's not overly powerful, but she is smart, calm, and resilient, which I admire. The story moves at a good pace. It's short enough that it doesn't drag, and there are enough twists and turns to keep me engaged. Plus, I really liked that the male lead wasn't the typical cold, arrogant type. He has a good relationship with his mother, which is always a welcome change. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall story, some aspects felt rushed or underdeveloped. The ending, in particular, felt a bit abrupt, and I would have loved to see more of their married life. Also, some plot points felt unnecessary, like the male lead's true lineage. Some found it didn't add much to the overall narrative and created unnecessary confusion. Also, some found plot holes in the storyline, and some found the female lead's intelligence to be questionable. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, so here's where things get a little spoilery. A few readers pointed out issues with the plot surrounding the FL's father and brother's disappearance and the ML's true lineage. Apparently, they were involved in a covert mission, and the ML is actually the Emperor's nephew. Some felt these plot points were either unnecessary or poorly explained, leading to some confusion. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Second Marriage" is a charming historical romance that's perfect for a quick and easy read. While it has some flaws, the sweet relationship between the main characters and the relatively straightforward plot make it an enjoyable experience. I'd recommend it if you're looking for something lighthearted and don't mind a few minor plot holes.