The Script is Not Like This!

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This novel can be summarized in three sentences:

s*um top ab*ses tr*sh bottom.

tr*sh bottom loses his heart completely and leaves s*um top.

All of a sudden, the s*um top comes to his senses: Oh, I’ll look for the next one then, bye.

Hold on — Where’s the agreed ab*se for the s*um top? What happened to the promised transformation of s*um top into a loyal dog? This isn’t how the script is supposed to be!

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TSNLT
剧本不是这样的
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Recommendations
Side Character Survival Guidelines (3)
There’s Something Wrong with this Development! (2)
Transmigrated Into a Big Boss to Snatch Away the Cannon Fodder (2)
I Ran Away after I was Forced into a Love Polygon (2)
Game Loading (1)
President isn’t ‘Mary Sue’ (1)
Recommendation Lists
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  2. danmei reading archives: short stories/oneshots
  3. Danmei/BL comedy
  4. COMEDY (TBR)
  5. BL World Hopping

Latest Release

Date Group Release
05/17/25 DarNan Translations extra (end)
05/17/25 DarNan Translations c18
05/16/25 DarNan Translations c17
05/15/25 DarNan Translations c16
05/14/25 DarNan Translations c15
05/13/25 DarNan Translations c14
05/08/25 DarNan Translations c13
05/07/25 DarNan Translations c12
05/06/25 DarNan Translations c11
05/05/25 DarNan Translations c10
04/28/25 DarNan Translations c9
04/27/25 DarNan Translations c8
04/25/25 DarNan Translations c7
04/24/25 DarNan Translations c6
04/02/25 DarNan Translations c5
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mariaflora1208
mariaflora1208 rated it
November 11, 2019
Status: Completed
The first time I've read a bl parody. This is so entertaining. Just, don't expect much, and don't take it seriously since this is satirical so the "plot" is "messed up". Lol.
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DaBrick
DaBrick rated it
October 12, 2019
Status: Completed
A funny short story mocking the usual trope in s*um gong x white lotus shou.

There is still MC and ML love story here.

Good to let down some stress and not to be taken seriously because it's all a good comedy :)
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Staringatastar
Staringatastar rated it
September 18, 2019
Status: Completed
I didn't like the main character's personality or inner monologues, but I really liked the second main character, and the overall plot. The story and humor of it really grew on me towards the end. Absolutely love the ending and explanation.
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cloudmist
cloudmist rated it
June 8, 2025
Status: Completed
I always come back to reread this every once in a while, its refreshing and hilarious especially after reading other novels full of tropes and cliches. It's very much poking fun of nonsensical plots often used and just satire so don't take it too seriously. Basically what happens when two normal people (MC and ML) with common sense find themselves having to act out a typical cliche BL chasing wife to crematorium plots.
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Delikate
Delikate rated it
September 20, 2024
Status: Completed
Oh my goodness, user YouToon hit the nail on the head! This is a delightful dark comedy that pokes fun at transmigration and Gary Sue novels. Solid 4 stars for making my stomach exercise!

I had an absolute blast with it! Is it a flawless masterpiece? Not quite, but sometimes you just need to kick back and enjoy the ride. Sure, some might grumble about the MC in the second world being a total jerk, but let's be real: he's just playing his part in this wild plot, or else he... more>> faces a painfully dramatic exit! But hey, I won't dwell on that; it might rain on someone's parade. Not every story is everyone's favorite flavor, after all!

Now, back to the fun! I can't stress enough how much I cackled, especially

Spoiler

that scene where they're trying to "perform" while pretending they're not enjoying it—too funny! 😂

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I absolutely adored how they playfully roasted the script—like, "Why did that character suddenly fly to heaven? Because the script says so, of course!" Honestly, dive in without any serious expectations, and you'll likely have as much fun as I did! Happy reading! 📚 <<less
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psychofreak
psychofreak rated it
July 2, 2024
Status: Completed
Laughed at the typical tropes in this story.

While the MC is indeed an a**hole, I'd honestly be one too if I were forcibly dragged into a world and play out a character like in some bad RPG game with an abysmally horrid plot and characters. Heck, if I were the MC, I'd actually do what he did during the first arc, break all the script even if I die over and over again until the scriptwriter gives up. I've actually read a few novels with actual s*um gongs, the type... more>> that were irredeemable imo, and MC was a gentleman compared to those.

Speaking of, the 'tr*sh shou' isn't really that much pitiful. He's pretty much like some people nowadays that think themselves the main character, like everyone owes them or they feel like everyone is obligated to bend to their every whim. Also has some victim complex. In the end, it was just all him who jumped to wild conclusions that ultimately hurt his oh so fragile heart.

Spoiler

I was already pissed with the tr*sh shou character, especially during a certain dream sequence showing a glimpse of how things are. Like, dude literally dragged innocent strangers into his fantasy and forced them to 'pay' for sh*t they had nothing to do to begin with. MC WAS LITERALLY A DELIVERY GUY FFS. His only sin was being the dude who delivered flowers to Zhou Fan's roommate that he mistook as his! And ML was dragged into it because of a... typo from said roommate's bf's name lol. Well at least ultimately all Zhou Fan did was give MC and ML their happy ending lol.

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Tl;dr: short entertaining read to rid of boredom. Has a few spicy scenes and a few laughs. Also a lesson that you can't force anyone to bend to your will. Especially if it involves feelings. <<less
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Sleepy_sheepy
Sleepy_sheepy rated it
November 23, 2023
Status: Completed
Satirical BL, can be quite humorous but it felt flat to me and was also somewhat distasteful.

Quite an interesting premise: MC (gong) forced to transmigrate into several cliche s*um gong innocent tortured Shou scenarios.

MC is continuously running sarcastic dialogue around how s*upid the premise is, how illogical the protagonist’s love interests are and makes fun of a cliches including the bitter forever alone 2nd male lead, s*um redemption arcs, ex-lover cannon fodder etc.

But I found MC’s internal dialogue quite scathing and mean natured. It really dampened my enjoyment.

  • MC (and the whole novel in general) is especially mean towards the victimised shou dynamic - ft. lots of victim blaming...
  • As it’s satire, understandably there’s no deep plot or heartfelt romance which I would’ve wanted. Although the way MC and ML got together was quite nice though
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Kimheendra
Kimheendra rated it
October 18, 2023
Status: Completed
Funny novel! Enjoyed it, don’t take the concept too seriously because this is a parody novel. But the bickering dynamics between MC & ML is sooooo goood. I love both of their antics and monologues. Very likeable characters!!!
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HiddenHermit
HiddenHermit rated it
May 25, 2023
Status: Completed
Funny read. Although the novel plot is a parody, the romance fits in perfectly. The interaction between the two main characters is refreshing and cute. I recommend this novel if you're looking for a fun and short read. 👍
Spoiler

MC, Xiao Han, transmigrated into a novel as a s*um gong. ML, Wen Muyan, is the cannon fodder gong. They are forced to follow the script since deviating from it will lead to death.

Each time they die, they transmigrate into a new script with the protagonist shou and other side characters. However, each time everyone's role is generally the same.

MC transmigrated into the first script. ML transmigrated into the second script. They bond over their common misery and their relationship develops in the third script. In the fourth script, we discover the scriptwriter has taken over the role of the shou. He is the one who has been forcing the MC and ML to transmigrate into the worlds he creates. In the end, the scriptwriter is defeated, MC marries ML and live together happily. 💕

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MadCatz
MadCatz rated it
August 24, 2022
Status: Completed
Very fun, well written and original, don't wait for a true romance but for a lot of laugh. Just the ending a bit too abrupt.
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UnicornxChoco
UnicornxChoco
November 7, 2021
Status: Completed
Highly recommended. Its very short but so funny. I really laughed out loud at some of the moments.

This is a satire of typical angsty bl.
Spoiler

xiao han is forced to be a s*um top which he hates and his inner dialogue is so funny.

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I've actually read novels with plots similar to those instances so it's quite funny to see them being ridiculously shown.

Give it a try, you won't regret!
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Soganji74
Soganji74 rated it
June 9, 2021
Status: c9
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OH. EM. GEE!!! I am at chapter 9 and this novel has me laughing till I cried. Granted I am drinking wine while reading so my feelings might be amplified but I am enjoying it immensely. Comedy gold. Bravo author and thank you for EXCELLENT translations. If you are in a bad mood, read this and let the laughs wash away the "dark". Good s***e!
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BitterDaisy
BitterDaisy rated it
May 21, 2021
Status: c19
I liked it soo much! 5 star straight out my heart... 👌👌👌
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Saphie
Saphie rated it
February 1, 2021
Status: Completed
Very amusing! Not much romance and their being together can be described as one without basis.

Well, actually maybe there is a basis. Met in a diff environment with only the two of them knowing what is happening, so good! A trope I really like!

Also, got confused on who are the main leads lol. First time reading a danmei with the gong's POV! Not used to it that much but definitely inchresting!
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Cinnamon_Pretzel
Cinnamon_Pretzel rated it
July 28, 2020
Status: Completed
This is such a hilarious read, I keep coming back again and again! The world hopping is relatively short, and when you find out the reasons behind what happened, you'll probably bust a gut laughing! LOL
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procrastinatorpro
procrastinatorpro rated it
May 23, 2020
Status: Completed
LOL. This is a must read for those seeking some light-read works. The novel definitely has its weak points but the parody and comedy overshadow those weak points and render it a fun-to-read work. Reading a parody of cliche romance tropes was a wonderful experience.
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Smtha
Smtha rated it
February 22, 2020
Status: Completed
It kinda silly and funny story. And don’t expect logic. That’s what make it silly and funny.
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ike_00000
ike_00000 rated it
July 6, 2019
Status: c13
HAHAHAHA I love this

In the beginning it's kinda boring / typical, but from the end of the second arc it gets super funny lmao

Although I do still feel bad for the tr*sh bottom characters lol

Read!! I'm seriously looking forward to the future

Spoiler

It's like "my husband is dating my boy toy" LMAO

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IloveReadingNovels235
IloveReadingNovels235 rated it
July 22, 2024
Status: Completed
It's funny. Good writing. Can sometimes get a little confusing especially at the end. I'm just surprised with how many people practically didn't read it but still give it a bad review.
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Sos
Sos rated it
September 19, 2023
Status: -7-
I've dropped it at around ch 7. Though it wants to appear as humorous I didn't like its sense of humor and I really didn't like the beginning of the second transmigration and couldn't swallow it after that... more>>
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the MC gong is somehow forced to sleep with the shou who is supposed to be the protagonist but I felt he was a cannon fodder at this moment as the MC was angry and cold during doing it. I saw in the reviews that the shou is the writer and he is the bad guy who directed the whole thing but at that moment he was just a victim with no memory of the truth and the MC was reverse r*ped sort of or r*ped by the script. In all cases I don't have the stomach to continue and I don't find it funny!

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the star is for the translation and part of the novel ! I wanted to add more but couldn't edit it. <<less
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