The Possession of My Beloved

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Some people say that she was a lady in the boudoir, virtuous and dignified. Some people say that when she and he were married, there were ten miles of the red dowry, and envied others. Some people say that he is a merchant on the verge of bankruptcy and needs a virtuous woman to be diligent and frugal.

Miantang, who recovered her memory, looked at the mandarin duck handkerchief embroidered as a duck in her hand and looked at him who was pretending to beat the abacus on the opposite side. She said helplessly, “Shall we all stop pretending, Prince Regent?”

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frostcrystal
frostcrystal
August 21, 2023
Status: Completed
If there's a downside to this novel, it's that the ML is a narrow-minded bastard. It takes FL 170 whole chapters to educate him. Thank goodness he's cute, or he probably wouldn't have been worth saving. Nothing but good things to say about FL, however! :)
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xxchroniclerxx
xxchroniclerxx rated it
January 19, 2023
Status: Completed
It was like a rollercoaster, not in the sense that there were too many ups and downs but rather that the beginning was kind of slow and steady, almost boring and kind of uncomfortable (since I didn't like the ML) but once it starts its descent, it immediately became enjoyable and thrilling.

This novel had sprinkles of everything I like for a leisurely read, an interesting plot, good character development, healthy mixture of both angsty, sweet and thrilling moments. Despite the start of the novel being kind of slow and... more>> somewhat uncomfortable due to the amnesia and the very "realistic for his time" ML, this novel became better and better with each passing chapter for me. It wasn't exactly amazing ot perfect but it was rather enjoyble. I also came to love our leads, especially the ML who went through so many positive changes (for a modern reader) initially to become the loveable character he was by the end.
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The reasonI said the ML was uncomfortablewas because he used the FL by taking advantage of her amnesia to lure out an enemy (she was his lover) and he pretended to be her husband. Mind you he kept a reasonable distance from her but eventually have birth to thoughts he shouldn't have. He went from, he will use her then get rid of her after he catches his enemy, to he will let her live decently after he's done usuing her, to he will keep her as his mistress in the outhouse (while he does marry a legitimate wife - his cousin to whom he was engaged with), to marrying her as a concubine (this is after she gets to know she's been decieved by him for long as leaves his ass), to finally marry her legitimately as his only one. He is a very stubborn, dedicated and hard working man, so since he came to conclusion himself he doesn't ever regret it and works towards doing what he has decided on, both in his love life and his career.

Similarly, the FL is a resolute and strong woman, she does what she has decided on, whether it being a supportive wife who shoulders her family or be a leader who shoulders her subordinates (didnt get to see much of that but well). She's also strong in the sense of mentality, she resolutely leaves the ML after finding about how she was decieved and his future plans for her even when she loves him. She knows that if he lets her down, she won't be able to deceieve herself to love him and continue loving him and thus she would separate with her dignity intact (like she did with her ex :P). I really enjoyed both their chracters as they aren't your usual transmigrator or regressor but just individuals with their own ideals. So, when the FL and ML were being lovely dovey with each other initially, it was uncomfortable not knowing how they would each react after fhe paper window was finally pierced. And when it finally was, I wasn't let down, and so when they put their differences aside and got together again, it was refreshing and I couldn't love their relationship more.

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Despite some few clichéd troupes used here and there, it didn't drag too much or became annoying. Therefore it was a good read, mighr re read after it has been completely translated. Kudos to the translator for bringing this nice novel to us with a great translation. <<less
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dadanini89
dadanini89 rated it
July 26, 2022
Status: c8
I've been looking around for good read that suits my taste and finally found this. Don't be pesimistic because the rating are not that high, most high rated ones I found merely tr*sh, tho. Just give it a try.

i hope the translator will finish this work. You really did well on it. Meanwhile, i'll try mtl'ed because of my curiosity.
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Slowday
Slowday rated it
December 13, 2022
Status: Completed
I rarely read novel with more than 150 chapters. But I fancy this amnesia trope and the reviews convinced me. The synopsis is kinda misleading... Though it is written in the story but doesn't affect the plot since it showed up at the end of the novel, when she's *finally* recovered from her *mini-spoiler* double amnesia.

What I love from reading the ancient-themed novel is the politic background. This one have some unpredictable if not so mindblowing plot, just like most of the ancient themed cnovel.

The first 50 chapters are so... more>> slow-paced that I almost gave up reading, but it became enjoyable afterwards. Maybe because the romance is finally building up, and I've become so fed up with the ML's conduct in the early chapters and there's finally progress on both MC sides.

Such a nice (and long, fulfilling) read if you love an ancient china novel, plus enemies to lovers trope 😛 <<less
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ReadBhell
ReadBhell
June 28, 2024
Status: Completed
If I must highlight something about this novel, it is the evolution of the characters, how at first you hate ML but then you think and say: Well what he does is not correct but it is normal that he does it since it is a very thought from that time, and then ML changes, as he falls in love with Fl, and FL too, he doesn't let himself, here I have to admit that Fl's misfortunes are the men, always surrounded by men who want to possess her, of... more>> course she ends up falling in love with ML and How could it not be, that man did everything for her, he gave her that peace and independence that she needed. The only negative thing I saw was the political environment, after all Fl's ex was the emperor, and with that power he could grab FL whenever he wanted, luckily he respects Fl's decision somewhat and decides to let her live her life with Ml, I also didn't like the fact that FL had double amnesia, that made me think that ML could suffer from head tumors or any other disease because it was always her head that ended up damaged, anyway, thanks to the translators. <<less
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CaliforniaMaki
CaliforniaMaki rated it
November 26, 2022
Status: Completed
Really enjoyed this novel. But plot wise I'd say 3.7☆. Character growth is 3 ☆. But, I really enjoyed this trope of amnesia and becoming lovers lol so it became a 5 ☆.

In a nutshell, enemies turned lovers while trying to survive the plots and schemes of this dynasty. A lot went on in this novel. There were many arcs that I found myself skimming chapters. Besides these subplots, I loved the interaction of the MCs. So spicy ☺️.
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Eeria
Eeria rated it
September 17, 2022
Status: c110
It’s a 3.5

The story starts out pretty promising and for the first 50 chapters it was quite interesting. Afterwards it started to feel a bit draggy. The FL has been turned into an amnesiac waste but she is still smart and honestly quite lovely. The ML is an arrogant scum. At some point he had the idea of having the cake and eating it too... not out of feelings but to follow traditions. He does redeem himself in the story. The plot is just ok. I’ll come back to update... more>> if my opinion change after completing my reading. <<less
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Panda22
Panda22 rated it
December 3, 2024
Status: Completed
The premise is interesting and overall it was a good read but towards the end, the last arc, I found it draggy and I had to persevere to finish the novel.

I liked the FL. She is capable and can look after herself. The ML is decent too. It's nice to see them work together. Similar to another reviewer, I found quite a few things just a bit too coincidental. There's a bit of humour in it too which I liked. I would recommend if you're looking for a light-hearted read.

I... more>> read the novel in Chinese so cannot comment on the translation. <<less
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Dramacrazy
Dramacrazy rated it
November 11, 2023
Status: c40l4
Love this story. Amnesiac FL who is beautiful, smart & broad minded. Completely a perfect wife. Unfortunately met a big liar ML who eventually fell in love with her. Lot of mysteries slow unfold. Cannot wait to catch up when FL find out the truth. How will she handle this ML.
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nuyanata
nuyanata rated it
July 10, 2023
Status: Completed
Love this novel. The plot is good even everything seem a bit convenance and coincidence.

amnesia plot not that new but author do a good job to use it to play trick on the story and made it fun to read.

What I like the most is author give different way for side characters to live. Not just all miserable life ending because they not the lead couple.

... more>> it's comfort and peaceful read for me.

Only one thing I don't like is evil Japanese trope plot at nearly end of novel. Author didn't use any bad words just make them look a bit dump.

I know Japanese and European always play villains role in all ancient and historical Asian novel (not just Chinese novel)

But still don't like it when write about it bluntly. <<less
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Tigg4Real
Tigg4Real rated it
May 4, 2025
Status: Completed
In Jiao Cang (The Possession of My Beloved / Hidden Charm / The Hidden Wife's Charm/ Are You The One?), when Cui Xingzhou finds Liu Miantang, he intends to use her to trap the bandit, Lu Wen. But, as time goes on, Cui Xingzhou becomes enamored with Liu Miantang. And he is not only reluctant to let her go, but he is also reluctant to tell her the truth. However, Liu Miantang has a secret of her own. Can the two overcome the lies between them?

I first experienced this story... more>> as the Chinese drama, Are You The One?, and I enjoyed every minute of it. As someone who generally hates amnesia plots and gaslighting, the story really had me hooked.

The drama, though following relatively similar beats, has nothing on the novel. The novel gives a better explanation to things that somehow managed to not be plot holes in the show. It also expanded the story in a way that was ultimately very satisfying.

So, if you like, amnesia plots, enemies to lovers, and capable people who are wildly obsessed with each other, then this is for you. <<less
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