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Xie Ruan wakes up to find that he is living inside a school-themed BL novel.

And he is merely a brainless cannon fodder who is obsessed with the main character gong, doomed to jump off a building at a young age and die tragically.

Xie Ruan: “…” Slip away, slip away.

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After discovering the truth about the world, Xie Ruan has only two wishes:

To study hard and save Bo Jin, the academic god from the original novel who was fated to commit su*cide on the rooftop.

He watched Bo Jin carefully, determined to prevent him from getting anywhere near the rooftop again.

But as time goes on, something started to feel off…

Bo Jin: “Long holiday, bored at home. Come over and do homework with me.”

Xie Ruan: “Not coming.”

Bo Jin: “Oh, then I guess I’ll go to the rooftop.”

Xie Ruan: “…you come back, I’m coming!”

Bo Jin: “Are you mad at me? Ignoring me?”

Xie Ruan: “Get lost!”

Bo Jin: “Alright, I’ll go reflect on the rooftop.”

Xie Ruan: “…you come back, I’m not mad anymore!”

Q: What do you do when everyone thinks you’re going to jump off a building?

A: Thanks for asking. I’m in college now and already tricked my ‘wife’ into my hand.

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Eccentricstate
New Eccentricstate
July 25, 2025
Status: Completed
Rating: 3.0

Pairing Type: cannon fodder MC x cannon fodder ml; study fiend leads; shou MC x gong ml; tsundere MC x shameless ml; inseparable couple

Heat level: low (2/5 spicy; love scenes are behind closed doors)

... more>> Dog food meter: 3/5 - these two are rarely apart and they get together around halfway through. They’re pretty intimate but generally are touchy feely in private

Re-readability: 2/5 probably won’t reread

Trope: kind of second chance?; school life; studying

Triggers: reference to su*cide, mu*der and child ab*se

This was very cute and a nice palette cleanser after a heavier read. It was a liiittle bit boring. Like, I think the only reason I finished it is because I LOVED the ML. Shameless, flirty MLs are such a rare breed and this dude has literally never heard of shame in his life.

Not just that, he’s got characteristics that set him apart from a lot of standard BL gongs. Dude has personality, he’s funny, a bit lazy and mischievous. He’s got friends, hobbies and personal goals outside of the MC. It’s sad but they just don’t make them like him often.

I liked MC too, he’s a major tsundere. Book’s mostly about him working hard to improve his grades and simultaneously falls in love with the class genius.

One thing, how he became self aware that he was a book character makes no sense. And the author clearly didn’t want to think about it. Like, I can literally fix it for you: MC dies and at that moment he gains self awareness, realizing he’s just a book character meant to move the plot along. His resentment at having wasted his school years causes him to be reborn, gaining a second chance to try again. Boom, makes more sense then “I was getting some water and randomly realized I’m a book character”.

Anyway, I liked it, don’t get it twisted. Would recommend if you’re looking for something light and low thought. <<less
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Chimia de Goiaba
New Chimia de Goiaba
July 16, 2025
Status: Completed
The plot is not long or heavy, so it's the perfect novel to read when you want to forget some heart wrenching story but does not want to read pure fluffy.

This is a school campus romance, and the dynamic between MC and ML are pretty good! The misunderstanding is there but it is just the catalyst for their relationship, the rooftop thing is just used to tease and not manipulate; MC is a "prodigal son" 😂 after seeing the truth about this world, he decides that only studies is his... more>> only light! ML is the top student in the area, he's such a tease 😆 I like him a lot!

Their romance is what you expect from this genre: sweet, fluttering, embarrassing, passionate. The conflicts are resolved as fast as they appear, so no need to worry about dramas dragging on. All that bad guys get what they deserve.

(My only tiny tiny complaint is their bedsheets dynamics... There's nothing explicit, just the aftermath, and that's okay 👍🏽 I just cringe at the "one with sore waist and regretful* and the other like his whole being was rejuvenated"

*not really, but 🤷🏽‍♀️)

The translation is smooth reading, so no headaches! <<less
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CaerlaAlonzo
CaerlaAlonzo rated it
March 29, 2025
Status: Completed
Cute.. cute.. cute.. cute........

I love how the story turns out and how both characters are fleshed out. To begin, I accidentally stumbled this GEM and was thinking of just skimming some chapters but what a great surprise, I was HOOKED! Definitely hooked with both the loveable Xie Ruan and charismatic Bo Jin.

To be honest, the story is not new and its the typical "fool-in-love cannon fodder woke up and no longer in love" trope. But what keeps me going is the characterization of Xie Ruan. I'm not really a fan... more>> of tsundures so I was skeptical at first but I love how rational he is and how spoof out he is on Bo Jin's teasing without the usual cringe and raise eyebrow feeling. He is also very goal-driven and with Bo jin's genius mind and his notes ~ our cutie is soaring high in high school hehe.

Also, I though Bo jin will be the typical aloof top 1 student in the story but he is actually very grounded. He is not the usual arrogant-do-not-see-people-aside-from-my-cutie person. He has friends and he is strict but not to the point where he ab*se it. He is funny, flirty, has a high EQ and also BIG heart (hehe).

Please give this a chance. If you want a lighthearted BL drama with lots and lots of sugar, this is it for you! <<less
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nitan
nitan rated it
January 21, 2025
Status: Completed
While I'm not really interested in the CP's romance (which is a shame, because that's literally 97% of the novel) I find the ML refreshingly full of character! He has a personality that drives the story.

This story is just about them flirting the entire way. From the moment the MC broke up with his ex, the entire story is about them getting to the point where they actually get together. Which is just the ML flirting with the MC. That's the entire novel.

There's also other elements that are fun like... more>> their backgrounds, the past-life mysteries (why did ML jump?) the MC's progress with his studying etc. Although there are antagonists, the face slapping is mild and not really aggressive. But yeah this is a refreshingly pure and simple romance story. Recommend! <<less
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Fisukisuki
Fisukisuki rated it
December 16, 2024
Status: Completed
Absolutely Great and Absolutely Cute story so far. Sure there's a bit mystery about their family or the lack of it, but that's probably because I'm only in the 30ish chapter and their family background still not mentioned much.

But that family is the hints of the Angst. Though I don't think they will have Angsty moment. At least I hope not...

Anyway I Love how being close to ML make MC can easily study with his best. Not only because ML help his study, emotionally he also support him greatly!

Both MC... more>> and ML truly support each other Emotionally without them realizing it. I mean, sure MC does have intention at the beginning with how you can see the summary mentioned. But all his Soft-hearted, all his Genuinely Care, and him stay beside ML truly become the light that shines the darkness in ML's.

Anyway this novel is Comedic but also So Cute and Heartwarming!!! It's Absolutely Precious so far I can't wait for more feeling to Develop!

Updated at 17 Feb 2025:

The past of the ML revealed. And it hurts. And we get to know MC's family. Also Heartache.

But this shows how they're becoming each other's light in the darkness.

And I'm glad they're finally together now 😭 ❤️ thank goodness our ML is tough and truly love MC!

Finished 14 May 2025:

Even when baddies tried to break our Couple apart, our MC doesn't doubt ML's love. While ML did have insecurity, it's MC's turn to shows his love.

So they truly Love Each Other so Deeply and Absolutely and NO ONE and NOTHING could break then apart!!!

The Family Angst wasn't so Angsty because MC and ML truly have Each Other Love and Care and they already think of each other as Family, and so their so called (Former) Family Love is No Use anymore. (The Lil bro is still Good bro though. Only the So called Parents was at fault)

And the Ending... Slightly Unexpected but not so Surprising and I'm Satisfied !

Anyway this novel is Absolutely LOVABLE AND I LOVE IT SOOOOOO FREAKING FCKING MUCH FOR ETERNALLY AND BEYOND IN ANY UNIVERSE!!! <<less
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Nekomanma
Nekomanma rated it
May 6, 2025
Status: c99
Cute! Very cute!

This got me giggling and squeeling in the middle of the night.

I don't really usually like tsunderes because I think they're annoying, but this MC made me realize why they are so popular He's so freaking adorable.

The plot is decent, no obvious loopholes, no exagerated drama, overall a very nice quick read. Worth giving a try.
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Xinxxi
Xinxxi rated it
November 2, 2024
Status: Completed
I think this is a pretty good novel. I finished reading it using the raws because I was impatient as always.

there were a few occasional drama here and there but other than that, it was pretty good. It wasn’t repetitive.

i probably won’t binge read it again, but I would definitely recommend this!
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earlgreyt
earlgreyt rated it
May 15, 2025
Status: Completed
It was a pretty cute story.

But one of the things that struck me was the author's fictional portrayal of

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hyperthymesia, as well as people's over-the-top reactions to it (eg. All the people and adults in the orphanage being scared to be around the ML). It felt like a fictional illness at one point, since hyperthymesia doesn't guarantee memory accuracy and can also be prone to mistakes.

And people avoiding the ML because of it seemed really surprising-- is CN culture so egotistical? Is someone remembering your foibles that big of a deal? I personally wouldn't care if someone was recording all of my embarrassing moments as long as I'm not personally forced to recall them lol

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And also the reason for the MC's sudden awakening was never explained, nor the novel world, unfortunately.

There were also a bunch of other dropped plot points. Overall the premise was worth reading about, but I wish the execution was better.

Translation was great. <<less
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yukicchi
yukicchi
February 27, 2025
Status: c27
Despite the genre that I love so much, I can't seem to like this as much as everyone in the reviews.

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There may be explanation later in the chapters but the ML being interested with MC in the first chapter just made me lose interest with the story.

The teasing was cute at first but I can't seem to get excited just as what everyone says in the comments.

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So, liking this novel can only be determined by your preferences. If you like a somehow fast-paced romance then this may be for you. But if you like a slowburn romance like me, then you may not enjoy this.

Dropping this novel and won't rate it since it'll be unfair. <<less
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alice-in-underland
alice-in-underland rated it
January 15, 2025
Status: Completed
Thank you for LazyGirlTranslations for the amazing translations as always!

I adore this novel! The CP are so full of sugar, but their antics don't come off as cheesy or cringe—very sweet but easy to binge read! The setting is mostly in high school to the college examination, —... more>>
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and while the plot is triggered/pushed by MC recognizing his life is a BL novel + ML's very rare condition of hyperthymesia (opposite of amnesia; a memory condition where the majority and details of one's life can be easily recalled),

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—I can see this storyline in a more realistic sense. The progression of their relationship is steady and very much fits in with the uncertainty of growing up and falling in love for the first time. I found myself verbally cheering for them when silly moments happened and physically tearing up during (minor) emotional conflicts. Picture this: two lonely comets cross paths by chance and slowly get pulled into each others' gravity, revolving around one another for the rest of their days. That's how I think of the MC and ML.

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Concerning the ex-boyfriend (+family), they're a byproduct of the ML's brief revenge plot line, but there's no real face slapping or crematorium style comeback there.

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There are moments of dark humor as it's noted in the summary, but nothing too heavy handed. MC and ML do have tragic backstories, but it doesn't affect them too heavily in the plot.

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I felt for ML when his hyperthymesia was exposed. To remember everything he's seen, of course he'd have to face a lot of backlash from people he cares for, so when MC regards ML's condition as a positive (because ML will forever remember the love he has for MC and vice versa), it was so!!!

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I highly recommend this for modern slice-of-life romance enthusiasts and people who like CPs that have a relationship where one flirts+teases shamelessly x one is easily flustered by flirting! <<less
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yuukiouji
yuukiouji rated it
November 17, 2024
Status: c76
An enjoyable read. The misunderstandings lead to (slightly dark) humor. I enjoyed the romantic progression, it was slow but felt realistic for their relationship and dynamic. Although the premise mentions Xie Ruan recalling events from a BL novel, it’s considerably insignificant in the grand scheme of things. An easy read, I enjoyed the 20 translated chapters (thank you Lazy Girl Translations!) and then couldn’t wait so I binged the MTL, which is understandable enough to get the gist.
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EUGEO SYNTHESIS
EUGEO SYNTHESIS rated it
June 5, 2025
Status: --
Compared to the author's previous story, this story can be said to be much lighter, but at the same time all the conflicts in the story are resolved properly without anything being left behind (unlike the previous story which left quite a lot of things unanswered).

So yeah this story is good, both main characters have clear traits from the beginning, so there's not too much turmoil about their characters. As for the side characters, they're not too prominent but not too flat either, you could say they're all good.

For the... more>> plot itself is actually very light, and for me the story is actually become a little boring when it's heading towards the end.

But overall it can be said that this story is okay.

The point is, don't expect something too much in this story, you could say this story is only suitable as a diversion when you run out of another story. <<less
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Irissska O_o
Irissska O_o rated it
May 16, 2025
Status: Completed
It was actually not that great but it was easy to read and enjoyable enough with not much drama. I am giving it 4 stars cz I feel generous.

The description of ML illness was mostly fictional though. I googled it, it does not work like that. But well we have a book character acquire consciousness here, so who cares how realistic this illness is portrayed. Funny that the story being actually a book plot did not matter that much, it could be any other fictional reason.

In general, I am satisfied.... more>> Nothing special but I felt good reading it.

P. S.: the translation was good. <<less
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BoriCats
BoriCats rated it
May 16, 2025
Status: c5
Got pulled by the high reviews but tbh it's just your typical bl transmigration stories, he woke up and then move on. I really don't mind, but the way the characters acted was just bizarre, like they're doing it for the plot rather than their own innate character, which is a bad writing style for my taste.

Like how suddenly a random person cared about someone just because they knew they'll die in the future. The person never have a connection with him or ever done something with them, I get... more>> that they want to save them cause why not, but the amount of attention was just too much. Why is it you life's goal to save him now? Right from the start when you hardly care for them. Maybe I'm so callused with life that I can't care much if I'm in the MC'S position, but I'm not that scarred enough to listen to reasons, if the reason is convincing then why not, but I was just not convinced.

By the way, it's not really the reason why I rated this low. It's MC reasoning, like he just heard two things about depression in the internet and he assumed that the ML is one, and pretty convinced with it too. Like there were no signs so why assumed it was? It would help better if he just thought it as one possibility but he pretty much convinced it was the case. Other than making it for a plot device, I can't see other reason aside from him being dumb. Well, either of the two, I'm out.

I also don't like how the other characters act.

Honestly, I just dropped this as the characters were not acting like real people, which maybe not the books fault as it was said that they're controlled by the author's plot, but I just can't stay looking at cardboard characters even of they're not and have reasons why they act like that. It just made me tired. <<less
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Jamietng
Jamietng rated it
April 14, 2025
Status: Completed
Super cute story! Definitely worth a read! Main characters was written very well and story was interesting. A nice amount of fluff. Only problem is, I felt that the ending was too rushed however the other parts of the novel was paced just nice, and the side characters plot and personality wasn't able to be developed or progress.
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For example the mc's father's brother literally went and go like the wind in the novel even though he had a pretty big impact in the story. I feel that he could be an interesting character in the plot and one of mc's friend who had a crush on the school goddess that didn't really go anywhere or mentioned later on in the story.

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But overall the novel is a good short read
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Lucky_one
Lucky_one rated it
February 22, 2025
Status: c66
Absolutely love it. At first I thought it will go the usual cliché way when the MC regained self-awareness. But it didn't. And the chapters got better and better. I like the interaction between the ML and the MC. The reactions of MC when ML teases him is endearing. Their chemistry is pretty good..

Recommend 10/10 to read.
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Kororo939
Kororo939
June 23, 2025
Status: Completed
Its not very heavy plot wise. It almost feels like nothing much happened. Its not a bad thing I think its a perfect read for when you need a break from heavy dogblood drama and just want something relaxing for a change.

Definitely give it a go when you need a palette cleanser. But other than that it doesn't really offer much. If you dont get attached to the characters it not gonna do anything for you.

The conflicts get resolved almost as fast as its introduced. And even if it doesn't... more>> it takes a backseat and doesn't really make itself prominent until its gonna get resolved.

Tldr; you might want to save this for when you just want something easy and digestable and not very plot heavy. Its not for a I need something exiting occasion. <<less
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Zemmiaphobia
Zemmiaphobia rated it
June 6, 2025
Status: c99
This novel is a bit of a mixed bag. The writing style is fun and I did like the characters, I just felt that the author didn't really plan out their plot very well. The first thing that annoyed me was the MC's backstory. He's absolutely infatuated with the protagonist of a book, suddenly realizes he's in a book and destined to die, and completely does a 180. That's fine but the change in personality was just too sudden.

After the flip, the author goes out of their way to tell... more>> the reader how prideful he is and that he's a fighter/delinquent student, which doesn't really vibe with the desperate-in-love-til-i-die character he used to be. I thought it would have made more sense if he was simply reincarnated rather than forcing a book plot, which doesn't really even come up again. This would explain the personality change much better.

The second annoying thing is that all of the villains more or less solve themselves with very little input from the MC or ML. This novel is 90% fluffy romance and 10% plot. That said, I did read all of it and mostly enjoyed it. <<less
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Goiabada
Goiabada rated it
May 26, 2025
Status: c99
One of the best novels I've read this year!! Simply incredible development, incredible characters especially MC and ML, ML has an incredible personality, every time he appeared I knew I would laugh, the interactions between MC and ML ARE INCREDIBLE, they both love each other and always show it, it's a read for you to read after reading something horrible, a cute read where you explode with love with both of them, don't expect a very big plot, it's something very silly for teenagers in high school. In high school... more>> falling in love <<less
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Queen_of_Chaos000
Queen_of_Chaos000 rated it
May 21, 2025
Status: Completed
It's been a while since I've read a school romance novel.

And this, after the long hiatus, was worth it, more than worth it!

It is a very satisfying read with likable characters, be it the protagonists or the side characters. It had this subtle found family vibe, which I adored.

If you want something lighthearted with a nice plot, this is certainly for you.
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Bbsnugs
Bbsnugs rated it
May 20, 2025
Status: Completed
This is another gem from this author. The MC is your cool guy on the outside but he’s really such a sweetheart. The ML is next level shameless and just hilarious. They both had unfortunate childhoods especially for the ML. It’s very sweet how they are each others rock, someone they can really trust and call family since they only have themselves. Their friends are excellent as well and really makes this novel whole. Recommended read.
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bluedrop
bluedrop rated it
May 17, 2025
Status: Completed
This was such a lovely read. Quite a sweet school life romance, with some sprinkling of found family themes. Both MC and ML don't have the best bio family relationship. But the novel manages to still keep it pretty light, while still clearly conveying in small snippets the effects of abandonment or neglect can have on a person.

Both MC and ML are kind of OP lol, but take this as a light hearted read. Not for those looking for something thought provoking. I enjoyed this a lot because it was... more>> a palate cleanser after reading something dark and abusive. I needed this.

My only gripe is that we didn't get any extras about their college life lol <<less
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