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Dinghai Fusheng Records (Novel) #3
Dinghai Fusheng Records (Novel) Vol. 3
A DEADLY PRICEThe bustling capital of the southern Jin Empire, Jiankang, offers the illusion of safety--but for Chen Xing and Xiang Shu, it may hold more danger than they bargained for. The Demon God Chiyou's influence has already reached the south, and his forces are gathering.
To end the Silence of All Magic, they must uncover the truth behind the mythical Dinghai Pearl. But the deeper they dig, the more Xiang Shu discovers an impossible connection between the Pearl's long-lost creator and his own past.
With the world's magic gone, Chen Xing's Heart Lamp is the only light that can hold back the darkness. But every time he uses it, it drains his life force--leaving him weaker, and the toll growing with each battle. Chen Xing is ready to make that sacrifice but Xiang Shu is not willing to let him.
To end the Silence of All Magic, they must uncover the truth behind the mythical Dinghai Pearl. But the deeper they dig, the more Xiang Shu discovers an impossible connection between the Pearl's long-lost creator and his own past.
With the world's magic gone, Chen Xing's Heart Lamp is the only light that can hold back the darkness. But every time he uses it, it drains his life force--leaving him weaker, and the toll growing with each battle. Chen Xing is ready to make that sacrifice but Xiang Shu is not willing to let him.
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Published December 16, 2025
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December 26, 2025
4.5 stars.
It seems that volume 3 of this author's novels consistently evokes a complex spectrum of feelings within me, ranging from frustration and worry to happiness and sorrow, often all at once.
This installment is densely packed with intense action scenes, yet the author skillfully ensures that readers are given moments to breathe amid the relentless fights and perilous situations that the characters frequently find themselves in. The warm, humorous interactions shared by the entire group of characters when together truly form the heart of this danmei. They exemplify a well-crafted sense of found family, and I found myself simultaneously laughing, crying, and feeling anger at their antics.
The political intrigue woven into every historical novel written by this author is extraordinarily compelling. My fondness for political intrigue runs deep, and discovering a book that executes it so masterfully always fills me with excitement.
Chen Xing, in this volume, was portrayed in a way that made me feel immense pity for him. He embodies the ideals of a living saint. Although I generally cannot stand self-sacrificing characters, Chen Xing is a notable exception. The author crafted his character in such a way that I find myself admiring him and feeling proud of his resolve. His unwavering desire to protect the entire world, even at the risk of his own life, is both tragic and beautiful, highlighting his selfless dedication.
Xiang Shu is undoubtedly a complex character—an asshole, yet one who cares deeply for Chen Xing. His personality is often harsh, and he tends to say things driven by pride that he doesn't truly mean. However, when he softens, his genuine warmth and tenderness are enough to melt your heart. While I was occasionally annoyed by how he treated Chen Xing, he would quickly switch to a caring, gentle demeanor that made it impossible to stay upset with him. His primary motivation is to save and protect Chen Xing, and he is beginning to realize that this may not be as easy as he initially believed.
Their relationship can best be described as a cat-and-mouse dynamic. They are constantly arguing and teasing each other, and they often struggle with communication. Yet, the way they yearn for one another, worry about each other's safety, and are gradually coming to terms with their love is breathtakingly beautiful. It moved me to tears to see how tender they are around each other. Their relationship is truly a masterpiece of emotional depth, and I eagerly anticipate the day they finally confess their feelings.
The side characters are also incredibly well-developed. Each one contributes uniquely to the story, and all of them are easy to become attached to, adding richness and depth to the narrative.
In conclusion, this volume stirred a wide range of emotions—madness, sadness, happiness—and I can hardly wait for volume 4 to be released, eager to see what further adventures and revelations await.
It seems that volume 3 of this author's novels consistently evokes a complex spectrum of feelings within me, ranging from frustration and worry to happiness and sorrow, often all at once.
This installment is densely packed with intense action scenes, yet the author skillfully ensures that readers are given moments to breathe amid the relentless fights and perilous situations that the characters frequently find themselves in. The warm, humorous interactions shared by the entire group of characters when together truly form the heart of this danmei. They exemplify a well-crafted sense of found family, and I found myself simultaneously laughing, crying, and feeling anger at their antics.
The political intrigue woven into every historical novel written by this author is extraordinarily compelling. My fondness for political intrigue runs deep, and discovering a book that executes it so masterfully always fills me with excitement.
Chen Xing, in this volume, was portrayed in a way that made me feel immense pity for him. He embodies the ideals of a living saint. Although I generally cannot stand self-sacrificing characters, Chen Xing is a notable exception. The author crafted his character in such a way that I find myself admiring him and feeling proud of his resolve. His unwavering desire to protect the entire world, even at the risk of his own life, is both tragic and beautiful, highlighting his selfless dedication.
Xiang Shu is undoubtedly a complex character—an asshole, yet one who cares deeply for Chen Xing. His personality is often harsh, and he tends to say things driven by pride that he doesn't truly mean. However, when he softens, his genuine warmth and tenderness are enough to melt your heart. While I was occasionally annoyed by how he treated Chen Xing, he would quickly switch to a caring, gentle demeanor that made it impossible to stay upset with him. His primary motivation is to save and protect Chen Xing, and he is beginning to realize that this may not be as easy as he initially believed.
Their relationship can best be described as a cat-and-mouse dynamic. They are constantly arguing and teasing each other, and they often struggle with communication. Yet, the way they yearn for one another, worry about each other's safety, and are gradually coming to terms with their love is breathtakingly beautiful. It moved me to tears to see how tender they are around each other. Their relationship is truly a masterpiece of emotional depth, and I eagerly anticipate the day they finally confess their feelings.
The side characters are also incredibly well-developed. Each one contributes uniquely to the story, and all of them are easy to become attached to, adding richness and depth to the narrative.
In conclusion, this volume stirred a wide range of emotions—madness, sadness, happiness—and I can hardly wait for volume 4 to be released, eager to see what further adventures and revelations await.
January 16, 2026
If you hate miscommunication, this novel will be a bit of a challenge for you but you will get lots of yearning 😬. My babies are struggling bad to express feelings but don’t worry- they will figure it out! There’s so much happening in this book it’s impossible (for me) to write a review without spoilers. I’m going to use this space to organize the important notes about characters, locations, and artifacts because it’s a lot and can get overwhelming. Might be some spoilers below so stop here if you haven’t finished this volume 🥰
EXORCISM DEPARTMENT (and close allies):
-Chen Xing: owner of the Heart Lamp, has two years left to live
-Xiang Shu: half Han/Hu, Martial God/Protector, owner of Acala Blade (more on this below)
-Feng Qianjun: owner of Saber of Harmony and Life (uses resentment to CX’s chagrin), brother died (he had gone astray working with Shi Hai using resentment to get revenge on -Fu Jian for his family), owner of Xifeng Bank
-Xiao Shan: basically CX and XS’s son, raised by wolves, taken care of Lu Ying until he died
-Xie An: official who has known Chen Xing through previous travels. Goal in life is to be an Exorcist, close with the Jin Emperor, likes to collect artifacts and do anything possible to help Exorcists
-Gu Qing: FQ’s fiancée, daughter of a wealthy family, learning medicine
-Xie Daoyun: Xie An’s niece, practices medicine, wants to learn martial arts, wants revenge for her fiancé, initially does not trust Exorcists
WANGS ( This name pops up so much it needed its own category to keep everyone straight SPOILERS here!
-Wang Ziye: Shi Hai’s identity/body, Fu Jian’s secretary/assistant, also Kjera
-Wang Hai: also Wang Ziye
-Wang Meng: Chen Xing’s shixiong under Baili, was working with Fu Jian when he was trying to integrate the Han and the Hu, taught Tuoba Yan the Han language
-Wang Xizhi: calligrapher with Xie An, lives across the street from, family of scholars
-Wang family in Jiangnan: has ties with Dongzhe Bank (Xifeng’s competition and ties to Shi Hai through Wen Zhe- it’s complicated!)
-Wang Ningzhi: Xie Daoyun’s fiancé and Wang Xizhi’s son
-Wang Dao: official and head of prominent family after Yongjia Rebellion (dead)
QIN DYNASTY IN THE NORTH
-Fu Jian: Emperor of the Five Hu trying to integrate Han and Hu, wants the Shuliu Kong to give him the okay (and support) to attack the South (Jin Dynasty)
-Wang Ziye: Shi Hai’s identity/body, Fu Jian’s secretary/assistant, also Kjera who basically killed XS’s dad
-Tuoba Yan: Young Imperial Guard commander- crushes on CX, Xianbei
-Murong Chong: sister is Princess Qinghe (Fu Jian’s concubine and dead), close with Fu Jian, opposes Wang Ziye and war with the South
RANDOMS
-Sima Yao: Emperor of Jin Dynasty in the south
-Pu Yang: Sima Yao advisor
-Huan Yi: scholar Xie An studied under
-Wen Zhe: managers Dongzhe Bank- not who she seems
-Shi Mokun: the new Shuliu Kong
DEAD PEOPLE, DEMONS, & GODS, etc
-Chiyou: Demon God that Shi Hai is trying to help get a body
-8 Sima Brothers: Dead Princes who were turned into drought kings
-Xiang Yuyan: XS’s mom
-Zhang Liu: exorcist with XS’s mom, part of the reason why there is no magic
-Baili Lun: CX’s shifu
-Princess Qinghe: Murong Chong’s sister, Fu Jian’s concubine, killed the puppy in the previous
-Sui Xing: CX’s Star of Destiny that has protected him and given him “luck”
-Zhuyin: Dragon God of causality, spacetime
ARTIFACTS
Acala Blade: can turn into six things- Sword of Wisdom, Yao Subduing Rod, Yao Binding Rope, Golden Sun Ring, Moon Eclipse Bow, and Golden Arrow
Yin Yang Mirror
Zheng Drum
Deer Cry Staff
Soulfall Bell
Tide Ring
Dinghai Pearl
Saber of Harmony and LIfe
Sky Rending Claws
Four Colored Seal Rings
LOCATIONS
I’m going to have to edit this later 😂
Most of this volume takes place in the South- Jiangnan
EXORCISM DEPARTMENT (and close allies):
-Chen Xing: owner of the Heart Lamp, has two years left to live
-Xiang Shu: half Han/Hu, Martial God/Protector, owner of Acala Blade (more on this below)
-Feng Qianjun: owner of Saber of Harmony and Life (uses resentment to CX’s chagrin), brother died (he had gone astray working with Shi Hai using resentment to get revenge on -Fu Jian for his family), owner of Xifeng Bank
-Xiao Shan: basically CX and XS’s son, raised by wolves, taken care of Lu Ying until he died
-Xie An: official who has known Chen Xing through previous travels. Goal in life is to be an Exorcist, close with the Jin Emperor, likes to collect artifacts and do anything possible to help Exorcists
-Gu Qing: FQ’s fiancée, daughter of a wealthy family, learning medicine
-Xie Daoyun: Xie An’s niece, practices medicine, wants to learn martial arts, wants revenge for her fiancé, initially does not trust Exorcists
WANGS ( This name pops up so much it needed its own category to keep everyone straight SPOILERS here!
-Wang Ziye: Shi Hai’s identity/body, Fu Jian’s secretary/assistant, also Kjera
-Wang Hai: also Wang Ziye
-Wang Meng: Chen Xing’s shixiong under Baili, was working with Fu Jian when he was trying to integrate the Han and the Hu, taught Tuoba Yan the Han language
-Wang Xizhi: calligrapher with Xie An, lives across the street from, family of scholars
-Wang family in Jiangnan: has ties with Dongzhe Bank (Xifeng’s competition and ties to Shi Hai through Wen Zhe- it’s complicated!)
-Wang Ningzhi: Xie Daoyun’s fiancé and Wang Xizhi’s son
-Wang Dao: official and head of prominent family after Yongjia Rebellion (dead)
QIN DYNASTY IN THE NORTH
-Fu Jian: Emperor of the Five Hu trying to integrate Han and Hu, wants the Shuliu Kong to give him the okay (and support) to attack the South (Jin Dynasty)
-Wang Ziye: Shi Hai’s identity/body, Fu Jian’s secretary/assistant, also Kjera who basically killed XS’s dad
-Tuoba Yan: Young Imperial Guard commander- crushes on CX, Xianbei
-Murong Chong: sister is Princess Qinghe (Fu Jian’s concubine and dead), close with Fu Jian, opposes Wang Ziye and war with the South
RANDOMS
-Sima Yao: Emperor of Jin Dynasty in the south
-Pu Yang: Sima Yao advisor
-Huan Yi: scholar Xie An studied under
-Wen Zhe: managers Dongzhe Bank- not who she seems
-Shi Mokun: the new Shuliu Kong
DEAD PEOPLE, DEMONS, & GODS, etc
-Chiyou: Demon God that Shi Hai is trying to help get a body
-8 Sima Brothers: Dead Princes who were turned into drought kings
-Xiang Yuyan: XS’s mom
-Zhang Liu: exorcist with XS’s mom, part of the reason why there is no magic
-Baili Lun: CX’s shifu
-Princess Qinghe: Murong Chong’s sister, Fu Jian’s concubine, killed the puppy in the previous
-Sui Xing: CX’s Star of Destiny that has protected him and given him “luck”
-Zhuyin: Dragon God of causality, spacetime
ARTIFACTS
Acala Blade: can turn into six things- Sword of Wisdom, Yao Subduing Rod, Yao Binding Rope, Golden Sun Ring, Moon Eclipse Bow, and Golden Arrow
Yin Yang Mirror
Zheng Drum
Deer Cry Staff
Soulfall Bell
Tide Ring
Dinghai Pearl
Saber of Harmony and LIfe
Sky Rending Claws
Four Colored Seal Rings
LOCATIONS
I’m going to have to edit this later 😂
Most of this volume takes place in the South- Jiangnan
January 18, 2026
"Many paths in this world are lined with thorns. All we can do is our best. Knowing it's difficult shouldn't stop us from trying."
I went into this installment genuinely excited, ready to return to the world and see how the story would continue. Instead, I found myself weighed down by how relentlessly bleak the experience felt, even as major developments kept unfolding. The book leans hard into emotional restraint and quiet endurance, and while I understand and respect that direction, it made the reading feel heavier than I expected. I enjoy slow burn stories and I understand the intention behind the characters, but I kept waiting for a sense of emotional relief that never fully arrived. Love is framed less as comfort and more as an ethical obligation, shaped by sacrifice and moral conviction. It is thoughtful and deliberate, yet it left me wanting more emotional satisfaction as the story progressed.
Chen Xing is defined by moral clarity and emotional openness, often choosing care and principle over self-preservation. His compassion feels sincere, though it frequently crosses into frustrating self-neglect. Xiang Shu is more guarded, shaped by restraint and watchfulness, with a deep discomfort around vulnerability that adds constant tension. Their dynamic is compelling but heavy. Chen Xing gives too much, Xiang Shu holds back too long, and the resulting push and pull creates intimacy while also feeling emotionally exhausting rather than rewarding.
The plot moves between restraint and escalation, frequently prioritizing setup over immediate resolution. Early chapters quietly reframe past events through delayed revelations, while later conflicts introduce pressure from multiple directions. Separate problems gradually connect, turning contained situations into broader crisis. Attempts to fix things often worsen conditions, and moments of failure bring hidden dangers into the open. Momentum stays steady, but progress can feel uneven, with answers repeatedly deferred in favor of longer-term consequence. This is an emotionally demanding volume that will resonate with readers who enjoy subtle devotion and unresolved tension. For me, it remains a three-star read, and I’m hoping the next volume delivers the enjoyment I’ve been waiting for.
Date Read: 2025.12.31
I went into this installment genuinely excited, ready to return to the world and see how the story would continue. Instead, I found myself weighed down by how relentlessly bleak the experience felt, even as major developments kept unfolding. The book leans hard into emotional restraint and quiet endurance, and while I understand and respect that direction, it made the reading feel heavier than I expected. I enjoy slow burn stories and I understand the intention behind the characters, but I kept waiting for a sense of emotional relief that never fully arrived. Love is framed less as comfort and more as an ethical obligation, shaped by sacrifice and moral conviction. It is thoughtful and deliberate, yet it left me wanting more emotional satisfaction as the story progressed.
Chen Xing is defined by moral clarity and emotional openness, often choosing care and principle over self-preservation. His compassion feels sincere, though it frequently crosses into frustrating self-neglect. Xiang Shu is more guarded, shaped by restraint and watchfulness, with a deep discomfort around vulnerability that adds constant tension. Their dynamic is compelling but heavy. Chen Xing gives too much, Xiang Shu holds back too long, and the resulting push and pull creates intimacy while also feeling emotionally exhausting rather than rewarding.
The plot moves between restraint and escalation, frequently prioritizing setup over immediate resolution. Early chapters quietly reframe past events through delayed revelations, while later conflicts introduce pressure from multiple directions. Separate problems gradually connect, turning contained situations into broader crisis. Attempts to fix things often worsen conditions, and moments of failure bring hidden dangers into the open. Momentum stays steady, but progress can feel uneven, with answers repeatedly deferred in favor of longer-term consequence. This is an emotionally demanding volume that will resonate with readers who enjoy subtle devotion and unresolved tension. For me, it remains a three-star read, and I’m hoping the next volume delivers the enjoyment I’ve been waiting for.
Date Read: 2025.12.31
January 4, 2026
4.25/5☆
January 4, 2026
tl;dr—Xiang Shu is the most tsunderiest of tsunderes while Chen Xing stays being the most sunshiny of sunshine boys despite all the horrors~
December 27, 2025
Even though Xiang Shu doesn't show his affection towards Chen Xing, evidently, he still has his own way of displaying his love to Chen Xing. It's so adorable.
December 31, 2025
Well, Xiang Shu finally knows about Chen Xing’s quickly diminishing life span, and instead of having a productive conversation, he does as he always does and avoids the real reason for his emotional distress.
The miscommunication between them is starting to piss me off. They’re both very dense.
The miscommunication between them is starting to piss me off. They’re both very dense.
February 3, 2026
This one took me longer than it should've to get through. I really like this story, universe, and characters but the slowburn on both the romance and the conflict gets a little frustrating at times. With the constant reminders of how little time Chen Xing has left I just thirst for the big confrontation or at least for Xiang Shu to confront him about what his fate really entails. Hopefully all of that comes about in the next volume. As always though FYTX absolutely kills it on making my heart hurt for these stupid boys
January 1, 2026
4.5 ⭐️ Dinghai 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
February 2, 2026
Does he know?? I wish he'd just tell them!
January 24, 2026
I much prefer this volume out the entire series so far. it was harder to find things to hate for a good portion of the story.
though that ending really threw me off.
(spoilers past this point!!)
I kind of felt the lack of smartness the main
villain of the story held was disappointing. like we are supposed to believe the guy had MONTHS to curate a detailed plan to get what he's been searching for, that he's been waiting for for CENTURIES mind you, and he comes up with the most last minute plan that felt like a complete contradictory to the character we have been slowly learning about for the past 3 books.
Also, when the 3 kings died almost instantly, it felt a bit underwhelming.
When the people that have been effectively fighting against you for over a year now aren't even considered in your end plan, you should probably re-do it...
but i honestly wasn't reading for the villains anyway, so i can move past this.
i don't want to be toooo negative in this so i'll just briefy mention some things i found distasteful or confusing.
i still felt that the book had pacing issues towards the pages and pages of info dumping. though most of them did prove helpful in understanding the grand scheme of things.
i found the entirety of Gu Qing as a character confusing. she was first described in the book to be Feng Qiangjun's fiancé who 'wore mens clothes' as the book puts it. But the way the characters around her (like Feng Qiangjun) made it seem like Gu qing actually wanted to be expressed as a man? But then the writing and the characters contradict that... and then it's just never brought up again. In most cases, i'd appreciate subtlety when it comes to characters non-conforming,
but the way the book handles her, though, makes me feel like that wasn't the intention. so i truly don't know what the point of that was. I found the way the book handles gender generally was just weird. For example, this other side character-turned plot twist villain was 'disguised' as a woman for decades, but why? The only half-assed explanation was saying "why else would i spend so many decades refusing to let anyone get close enough to see my body?" as if it was ever mentioned that that was the case before then. If she was a trans woman, then it was handled and explained horribly. truly.
It was never explained why this character had to fake their gender just for a strange supposed 'discovery plot twist' during a battle which was literally just 'her clothes got ripped on her chest and... there's no boobs! oh wow, SHE'S actually a HE!' which i think is stupid and at the VERY least just plain invasive??
They didn't show this character have any societal pressure or ANY pressure at all to do that, and it was just handled really weirdly. And even if there was some underlined reason rooted in misogyny or something, it wasn't explained at all.
I still found it good in other areas though, like the progression of the main two characters. Seeing Xiang Shu slowly be more obvious and seeing Cheng Xing actually realise he has feelings for him, knowing he has a predestined death that would shatter Xiang Shu, was very good.
I also felt the smaller scenes that i didn't make notes about because i didn't want to put the book down were very good too. (though my bad memory means i can't add it here)
I feel sad that the end of the book left on such a low note, as i have to wait months until the next (and maybe final?) volume comes out.
Even if it doesn't seem it from the mostly negative review, i did really enjoy this book and felt genuinely excited to continue it when reading. I do find myself loving the characters more as the story progresses, and while there are for sure parts i disliked that i haven't even touched on, there are also many good things to it. :)
But it all comes down to feeling like i can't be picky, and the fact that there is a book series that can actually have gay representation that doesnt FULLY suck and fits into my extremely niche interests is amazing, so i'll take what i can get.
though that ending really threw me off.
(spoilers past this point!!)
I kind of felt the lack of smartness the main
villain of the story held was disappointing. like we are supposed to believe the guy had MONTHS to curate a detailed plan to get what he's been searching for, that he's been waiting for for CENTURIES mind you, and he comes up with the most last minute plan that felt like a complete contradictory to the character we have been slowly learning about for the past 3 books.
Also, when the 3 kings died almost instantly, it felt a bit underwhelming.
When the people that have been effectively fighting against you for over a year now aren't even considered in your end plan, you should probably re-do it...
but i honestly wasn't reading for the villains anyway, so i can move past this.
i don't want to be toooo negative in this so i'll just briefy mention some things i found distasteful or confusing.
i still felt that the book had pacing issues towards the pages and pages of info dumping. though most of them did prove helpful in understanding the grand scheme of things.
i found the entirety of Gu Qing as a character confusing. she was first described in the book to be Feng Qiangjun's fiancé who 'wore mens clothes' as the book puts it. But the way the characters around her (like Feng Qiangjun) made it seem like Gu qing actually wanted to be expressed as a man? But then the writing and the characters contradict that... and then it's just never brought up again. In most cases, i'd appreciate subtlety when it comes to characters non-conforming,
but the way the book handles her, though, makes me feel like that wasn't the intention. so i truly don't know what the point of that was. I found the way the book handles gender generally was just weird. For example, this other side character-turned plot twist villain was 'disguised' as a woman for decades, but why? The only half-assed explanation was saying "why else would i spend so many decades refusing to let anyone get close enough to see my body?" as if it was ever mentioned that that was the case before then. If she was a trans woman, then it was handled and explained horribly. truly.
It was never explained why this character had to fake their gender just for a strange supposed 'discovery plot twist' during a battle which was literally just 'her clothes got ripped on her chest and... there's no boobs! oh wow, SHE'S actually a HE!' which i think is stupid and at the VERY least just plain invasive??
They didn't show this character have any societal pressure or ANY pressure at all to do that, and it was just handled really weirdly. And even if there was some underlined reason rooted in misogyny or something, it wasn't explained at all.
I still found it good in other areas though, like the progression of the main two characters. Seeing Xiang Shu slowly be more obvious and seeing Cheng Xing actually realise he has feelings for him, knowing he has a predestined death that would shatter Xiang Shu, was very good.
I also felt the smaller scenes that i didn't make notes about because i didn't want to put the book down were very good too. (though my bad memory means i can't add it here)
I feel sad that the end of the book left on such a low note, as i have to wait months until the next (and maybe final?) volume comes out.
Even if it doesn't seem it from the mostly negative review, i did really enjoy this book and felt genuinely excited to continue it when reading. I do find myself loving the characters more as the story progresses, and while there are for sure parts i disliked that i haven't even touched on, there are also many good things to it. :)
But it all comes down to feeling like i can't be picky, and the fact that there is a book series that can actually have gay representation that doesnt FULLY suck and fits into my extremely niche interests is amazing, so i'll take what i can get.
December 26, 2025
I love this series sooooo much. volume 3 of dinghai fusheng records is pretty much a perfect follow up to the last book. our characters are working on putting together all the pieces that they discovered, we meet new friends and older allies make a reappearance.
and of course, chen xing and xiang shu are here, closer than ever. xiang shu is officially chen xing's protector now, and its a role he's always taken very seriously. as the reader we can interpret all his actions or inactions as his immense care for chen xing, even when chen absolutely does not see it that way.
added to their hot and cold relationship, is chen xing dealing with know he's living with an ever-ticking countdown. he thinks about this a lot more in this book and its devastating every time. through this entire journey he's kept people at a friendly arm's length. he's afraid of getting close to someone, and that person coming to rely and depend on him, when he knows he's going to be dead in two years. so in this way, he protects both that person and himself. like with xiao shan, who he's taken in and loves like a son or younger brother, but keeps reigning himself in to not allow too much of an attachment to grow.
xiang shu is the exception to this. somehow, without chen xing noticing, xiang shu is someone he's come to like very, very much.. and its so complicated.
xiang shu wants to protect chen xing above all, and chen xing risks his life and safety to do his duty an exorcist to protect others. its not not that he's reckless though, its just that he knows his life is already forfeit, so he might as well do all he can with the limited time he has...
their lack of communication can be frustrating. but honestly, every single time they have a moment of peace to just talk, some other world-ending event happens, so you can't really blame them 😭
so invested in their relationship and this story and holding out for that inevitable conversation in volume 4.
and of course, chen xing and xiang shu are here, closer than ever. xiang shu is officially chen xing's protector now, and its a role he's always taken very seriously. as the reader we can interpret all his actions or inactions as his immense care for chen xing, even when chen absolutely does not see it that way.
added to their hot and cold relationship, is chen xing dealing with know he's living with an ever-ticking countdown. he thinks about this a lot more in this book and its devastating every time. through this entire journey he's kept people at a friendly arm's length. he's afraid of getting close to someone, and that person coming to rely and depend on him, when he knows he's going to be dead in two years. so in this way, he protects both that person and himself. like with xiao shan, who he's taken in and loves like a son or younger brother, but keeps reigning himself in to not allow too much of an attachment to grow.
xiang shu is the exception to this. somehow, without chen xing noticing, xiang shu is someone he's come to like very, very much.. and its so complicated.
xiang shu wants to protect chen xing above all, and chen xing risks his life and safety to do his duty an exorcist to protect others. its not not that he's reckless though, its just that he knows his life is already forfeit, so he might as well do all he can with the limited time he has...
their lack of communication can be frustrating. but honestly, every single time they have a moment of peace to just talk, some other world-ending event happens, so you can't really blame them 😭
so invested in their relationship and this story and holding out for that inevitable conversation in volume 4.
February 8, 2026
4.5 stars
It’s kind of frustrating this miscommunication trope between the two main characters, I mean, it’s obvious for all the people around them, but this two dumb shits just don’t TALK!
I mean, I guess that they did make some progresses since CX finally acknowledged his feelings and well, he know he’s dying and it would be unfair for XS to confess… But TALK guys TALK!
That aside, I just love the comical situations in even the most serious battles could turn to be. I mean the parts with the memory pollen was hilarious or even the Jiao just pumping against an arc and basically bound itself. I mean, wtf?! It’s so unserious and hilarious.
By the way, why is Chicken Ge killing everyone?!
It’s kind of frustrating this miscommunication trope between the two main characters, I mean, it’s obvious for all the people around them, but this two dumb shits just don’t TALK!
I mean, I guess that they did make some progresses since CX finally acknowledged his feelings and well, he know he’s dying and it would be unfair for XS to confess… But TALK guys TALK!
That aside, I just love the comical situations in even the most serious battles could turn to be. I mean the parts with the memory pollen was hilarious or even the Jiao just pumping against an arc and basically bound itself. I mean, wtf?! It’s so unserious and hilarious.
By the way, why is Chicken Ge killing everyone?!
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December 22, 2025
I was ragebaited by this book ( in a good way).
The slowburn was slowburning. The fluff between chen xing and xiang shu had me giggling and kicking my feet. They were so close to confessing or kissing and it makes me want more. The author does a good job with the slow burn. They give the reader enough fluff to not make them bored, but to also keep the on the edge.
The slowburn was slowburning. The fluff between chen xing and xiang shu had me giggling and kicking my feet. They were so close to confessing or kissing and it makes me want more. The author does a good job with the slow burn. They give the reader enough fluff to not make them bored, but to also keep the on the edge.
February 3, 2026
What I needed from this was definitely for Xiang Shu to finally know of Chen Xing's mortal time limit and that happened but then to not get any dISCUSSION about it was killing me. Like, clearly it's going to happen in the next book (and way to make me rAVENOUS to get the next book) but also this. is. Killing. ME.
January 14, 2026
Ok, so… this was a wild ride. It was just as good as the second volume, but it felt a bit rushed, so I’m gonna knock off a star. Also, this was hilarious:
"That's right." Xiang Shu nodded in approval. "Chen Xing will stand on the road outside later, and the money will come on its own."
"That's right." Xiang Shu nodded in approval. "Chen Xing will stand on the road outside later, and the money will come on its own."
September 5, 2025
1 año y 9 meses
December 19, 2025
what to say? there's strong moments here but i always come back around to being frustrated with the way they communicate, even if i know xiang shu is caring for him in his own way 🙂↔️
December 28, 2025
4.5☆ ahhhhh it was very good!!! love how the relationship between chen xing and xiang shu is slowly developing and changing
January 1, 2026
2.75 stars. So disappointing after the last volume! I’m tired of the immature way they communicate and the story is getting old.
January 4, 2026
★★★ - 3.5/5 stars
January 5, 2026
This volume nearly drove me to exasperation. We do not have time for this. Y’all need to kiss 😫
January 12, 2026
why are they still not together I ask
it's all so chaotic and back and forth
I'm glad I can take a break and I might actually just wait for the whole thing to release so I can skim through it
it's all so chaotic and back and forth
I'm glad I can take a break and I might actually just wait for the whole thing to release so I can skim through it
February 18, 2026
actual rating: 4.5
i feel numb
i feel numb
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