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淡彩 Pastel Colours
頌然是一個幼兒繪本插畫師，他有淡彩的畫紙，淡彩的性格，淡彩的生活。
某一天，他遇到了四歲的小男孩布布。
布布帶著他事業有成、帥氣多金、養孩子卻零分的偏科爸爸貿然闖入了頌然的世界。
某一天，他遇到了四歲的小男孩布布。
布布帶著他事業有成、帥氣多金、養孩子卻零分的偏科爸爸貿然闖入了頌然的世界。
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September 25, 2024
Except for the “lesbians who stole my stud sperm” arc (🙄) , this book was an absolute treat. Very emotional 🥹
March 26, 2025
It's a lovely story with just the right balance of fluff and angst—at least in the beginning. The first half sets up a compelling romance with a strong backstory for the main leads, making it feel like we were in for a deep, meaningful love story. But somewhere along the way, it completely lost its footing. The second half felt like it was written by an entirely different person, with how disjointed and rushed it was.
The author did a great job initially, introducing the characters’ situations and past traumas in a way that made them feel real and layered. But then, those very issues were brushed aside as if mental illness was just a minor inconvenience, like love alone could magically fix everything. Within three weeks of being together, the leads were already declaring their undying love and promising forever, and I couldn't help but laugh. It suddenly started reading like a bad fanfic
And speaking of fanfic, the smut felt out of place. I usually enjoy well-written spice, but I found myself skimming through these scenes because they made me uncomfortable. The daddy kink, in particular, didn’t fit the tone of the story at all. I was hoping for sweet, intimate moments that aligned with the emotional buildup, not something that felt ripped straight out of an AO3 tag search.
the story lacked depth. The chemistry and tension that had so much potential early on just fizzled out. The one thing I genuinely enjoyed was MC’s interactions with Bubu. those moments were adorable. I also appreciated how misunderstandings were handled maturely, without unnecessary drama.
Overall, It was a below-average read. I didn’t love it or hate it. I wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re desperate for something to read.
The author did a great job initially, introducing the characters’ situations and past traumas in a way that made them feel real and layered. But then, those very issues were brushed aside as if mental illness was just a minor inconvenience, like love alone could magically fix everything. Within three weeks of being together, the leads were already declaring their undying love and promising forever, and I couldn't help but laugh. It suddenly started reading like a bad fanfic
And speaking of fanfic, the smut felt out of place. I usually enjoy well-written spice, but I found myself skimming through these scenes because they made me uncomfortable. The daddy kink, in particular, didn’t fit the tone of the story at all. I was hoping for sweet, intimate moments that aligned with the emotional buildup, not something that felt ripped straight out of an AO3 tag search.
the story lacked depth. The chemistry and tension that had so much potential early on just fizzled out. The one thing I genuinely enjoyed was MC’s interactions with Bubu. those moments were adorable. I also appreciated how misunderstandings were handled maturely, without unnecessary drama.
Overall, It was a below-average read. I didn’t love it or hate it. I wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re desperate for something to read.
February 8, 2024
➺
3/5 🌟
A gentleman in the streets and a scoundrel in the sheets
Most of the time, I'm more of a slow burn romance girly, but sometimes, insta love would also do for me, especially when it's done right. Unfortunately, this is only a decent one, nothing remarkable.
I didn't actually realize that the whole main plot happened in a span of a little more than 2 weeks until i quickly came back again at the start after reading. It felt like everything happened for months the way they're deeply in love. I think feeling that way as a reader is both a good thing and a bad thing. A good thing because it felt like I've spent time with them for a long time and i can feel my attachment with the characters, but a bad thing because when i think about the things that happened in just 2 weeks, it's actually quite rushed to consider everything seriously.
Honestly, the interaction with the adorable little darling bubu and the whole childcare theme might be my most favorite part of this. The romance is not really bad, it just happened really quickly that it put me off, though the banter between the MC and the ML is cute and it's fun to see the ML teasing the MC. I also love the author and the translator's writing. The narration is very humorous without forcing it and the occasional sarcasm made it even more funny.
There's a bit of heavy themes here so proceed with caution if you're planning on reading this. It's just a small portion, but it's definitely there. I might not be the right person to express my opinion when it comes to properly handling mental health issues, but I felt like the author glossed over the topic. Even the translator put a note that says not to take the issue seriously and to remind everyone that this is just fiction because it really might trigger a lot of people.
Overall, I had fun reading this novel. It's fluffy, sweet and heartwarming. If you're looking for a quick read without expecting something astounding, you can pick this up.
A gentleman in the streets and a scoundrel in the sheets
Most of the time, I'm more of a slow burn romance girly, but sometimes, insta love would also do for me, especially when it's done right. Unfortunately, this is only a decent one, nothing remarkable.
I didn't actually realize that the whole main plot happened in a span of a little more than 2 weeks until i quickly came back again at the start after reading. It felt like everything happened for months the way they're deeply in love. I think feeling that way as a reader is both a good thing and a bad thing. A good thing because it felt like I've spent time with them for a long time and i can feel my attachment with the characters, but a bad thing because when i think about the things that happened in just 2 weeks, it's actually quite rushed to consider everything seriously.
Honestly, the interaction with the adorable little darling bubu and the whole childcare theme might be my most favorite part of this. The romance is not really bad, it just happened really quickly that it put me off, though the banter between the MC and the ML is cute and it's fun to see the ML teasing the MC. I also love the author and the translator's writing. The narration is very humorous without forcing it and the occasional sarcasm made it even more funny.
There's a bit of heavy themes here so proceed with caution if you're planning on reading this. It's just a small portion, but it's definitely there. I might not be the right person to express my opinion when it comes to properly handling mental health issues, but I felt like the author glossed over the topic. Even the translator put a note that says not to take the issue seriously and to remind everyone that this is just fiction because it really might trigger a lot of people.
Overall, I had fun reading this novel. It's fluffy, sweet and heartwarming. If you're looking for a quick read without expecting something astounding, you can pick this up.
April 30, 2022
☆4.7☆
Me hizo sentir el afecto y la tensión crecer a medida que iba avanzando la lectura ¡Sobre todo la tensión! Jajaja y quedé enamorada del pequeño Q y de Bubu ♡
La razón por la que no le di las 5 estrellas es porque tuve conflictos mentales en varias ocasiones sobre las decisiones de los personajes, lo cual es normal porque obviamente no podemos todo el tiempo estar de acuerdo con las decisiones, opiniones y pensamientos de los demás. Eso está completamente bien, te da una perspectiva más amplia y objetiva sobre la situación.
También hay otra razón por la que no le di las 5 estrellas pero si la digo ya sería spoiler. Solo mencionaré que tiene que ver mucho sobre la tensión. Mucha tensión acumulada para mi propio bien y el de todos 😳
Me hizo sentir el afecto y la tensión crecer a medida que iba avanzando la lectura ¡Sobre todo la tensión! Jajaja y quedé enamorada del pequeño Q y de Bubu ♡
La razón por la que no le di las 5 estrellas es porque tuve conflictos mentales en varias ocasiones sobre las decisiones de los personajes, lo cual es normal porque obviamente no podemos todo el tiempo estar de acuerdo con las decisiones, opiniones y pensamientos de los demás. Eso está completamente bien, te da una perspectiva más amplia y objetiva sobre la situación.
También hay otra razón por la que no le di las 5 estrellas pero si la digo ya sería spoiler. Solo mencionaré que tiene que ver mucho sobre la tensión. Mucha tensión acumulada para mi propio bien y el de todos 😳
February 14, 2022
4.25/5
Có Hạ tiên sinh thân sĩ lịch lãm, Tụng Nhiên vừa simp vừa cưng, có bé bi Bố Bố 4 tuổi chiếm spotlight, có mèo. RTC.
Có Hạ tiên sinh thân sĩ lịch lãm, Tụng Nhiên vừa simp vừa cưng, có bé bi Bố Bố 4 tuổi chiếm spotlight, có mèo. RTC.
March 29, 2022
Really liked this one!! It is a very consistent 4.5 and the only reason why I didn't give the 5⭐ is because of one particular decision of one of the charas that even though in fiction works beautifully in real life I seriously doubt would have the same effect.
However, this is absolutely worth the read!! It is fluffy, emotional, cute and the romance part is adorable. The smut is top tier. The way LGBT conversations were done are perhaps the best I have read in any book so far, and the emotional analysis of trauma, neglect and how it shapes a person, from the everyday little actions to their deepest fears are so amazingly portrayed that even when it hurts you can't help to smile a little because you understand, and isn't that what we all want deep down? To be understood and loved.
This one has entered my re-read list and that says a lot!
However, this is absolutely worth the read!! It is fluffy, emotional, cute and the romance part is adorable. The smut is top tier. The way LGBT conversations were done are perhaps the best I have read in any book so far, and the emotional analysis of trauma, neglect and how it shapes a person, from the everyday little actions to their deepest fears are so amazingly portrayed that even when it hurts you can't help to smile a little because you understand, and isn't that what we all want deep down? To be understood and loved.
This one has entered my re-read list and that says a lot!
August 25, 2021
Raro.
Todo fue muy raro 😂.
Pero las risas no faltaron 😝.
Todo fue muy raro 😂.
Pero las risas no faltaron 😝.
December 28, 2023
No diré que la novela es 100% soft, porque sería mentirles. Pero si les puedo decir que esta historia les dará momentos lindos y tristes a la vez, además de llevarlos a la reflexión sobre cuán importante son las experiencias infantiles, puesto que es en esta etapa en donde los niños se encuentran vulnerables a factores internos como externos, y que dependiendo de estas experiencias pueden desencadenar trastornos psicológicos en la edad adulta.
Asimismo, habla sobre la vida de los niños en el orfanato, cómo es que estos niños hacen todo lo posible por mostrarse impecables para poder ser adoptados, mientras que a la par van desarrollando complejo de inferioridad, irritabilidad, etc.
Por cierto, también tiene su lado spicy y que mejor que sin censura 🤭
No le doy 5 estrellas debido a la forma en que ambos protas empezaron su relación; fue demasiado apresurado siendo que ni siquiera se han visto en persona. Además, me causa conflicto que la confesión de He Zhiyuan haya sido por teléfono y no presencialmente.
Nota:
-Cada que Song Ran habla sobre su pasado me duele el corazón 😔
-Hace tiempo que un gong no me emocionaba tanto, He Zhiyuan me encantas, perdoname todas las maldiciones que te hice al principio.
Eres un hombre de buen corazón 💖
Asimismo, habla sobre la vida de los niños en el orfanato, cómo es que estos niños hacen todo lo posible por mostrarse impecables para poder ser adoptados, mientras que a la par van desarrollando complejo de inferioridad, irritabilidad, etc.
Por cierto, también tiene su lado spicy y que mejor que sin censura 🤭
No le doy 5 estrellas debido a la forma en que ambos protas empezaron su relación; fue demasiado apresurado siendo que ni siquiera se han visto en persona. Además, me causa conflicto que la confesión de He Zhiyuan haya sido por teléfono y no presencialmente.
Nota:
-Cada que Song Ran habla sobre su pasado me duele el corazón 😔
-Hace tiempo que un gong no me emocionaba tanto, He Zhiyuan me encantas, perdoname todas las maldiciones que te hice al principio.
Eres un hombre de buen corazón 💖
April 26, 2023
Finally done with the main story. I may or may not pick up the extras... we’ll see.
I need to gather all my thoughts and think about this novel before I write a review.
I need to gather all my thoughts and think about this novel before I write a review.
December 12, 2021
Mientras leía Perfect match vi que recomendaban este libro del mismo autor (o autora, no me queda claro) y me encontré con una historia sumamente tierna y bonita.
Abordan el tema de la familia y la crianza de un hijo desde dos perspectivas diferentes, para llegar a un punto medio que no puede ser mejor desarrollado.
Aunque la relación de los protagonistas puede ser algo apresurada, debido a la circunstancias y el contexto se entiende muy bien y, en vez de sentirse poco creíble, hace que te llegues a sentir tan enamorado/a como ellos.
Quedé encantada con los personajes y la relación que forman. Y con muchas ganas de leer más novelas del autor, pero resulta que solo tiene esas dos, así que me tocará esperar a que escriba otra pronto.
Llevaba mucho tiempo sin que una historia me hiciera sentir así de bien, como si curara todo lo malo, así que tiene bien merecidas esas cinco estrellas.
Abordan el tema de la familia y la crianza de un hijo desde dos perspectivas diferentes, para llegar a un punto medio que no puede ser mejor desarrollado.
Aunque la relación de los protagonistas puede ser algo apresurada, debido a la circunstancias y el contexto se entiende muy bien y, en vez de sentirse poco creíble, hace que te llegues a sentir tan enamorado/a como ellos.
Quedé encantada con los personajes y la relación que forman. Y con muchas ganas de leer más novelas del autor, pero resulta que solo tiene esas dos, así que me tocará esperar a que escriba otra pronto.
Llevaba mucho tiempo sin que una historia me hiciera sentir así de bien, como si curara todo lo malo, así que tiene bien merecidas esas cinco estrellas.
December 2, 2022
Actual rating: 2.5⭐
This story is about Song Ran, an illustrator for children's books and how he met He Zhiyuan and his son Bubu.
This book has things that I like and things that I really don't like. The main story is completely translated and just a few extra chapters that aren't.
The things that I like and motivated me to at least finish this book are Bubu and the cat's scenes. Bubu is a cute kid who was initially insecure. I love that Bubu learned to express himself and stopped trying to be the 'perfect' kid. The cats are a bit funny especially on the extra chapter that I have read.
Now for the things that I don't like. There are many and quite a major part of the story. I did not like the MC, the ML and the 'romance'.
I tried to understand the MC because of the background story given to this character. But for someone who is insecure, some scenes are contradicting this and I feel disconnected to the MC. The MC kept on switching moods and line of thoughts, I am too lazy to keep up.
The ML is flat with overbearing and weird stalker vibe. That's how I see him. No matter how perfect he is described physically, I just don't like him. He did a lot of weird things and his POV is weird too.
The 'romance' part is the worst thing on this story.🙄 I was not able to believe or root for this couple. The plot sucks in my opinion. No matter how many cute and funny scenes are inserted, the 'romance' all together destroyed the mood for me.
This is not for me.😐
This story is about Song Ran, an illustrator for children's books and how he met He Zhiyuan and his son Bubu.
This book has things that I like and things that I really don't like. The main story is completely translated and just a few extra chapters that aren't.
The things that I like and motivated me to at least finish this book are Bubu and the cat's scenes. Bubu is a cute kid who was initially insecure. I love that Bubu learned to express himself and stopped trying to be the 'perfect' kid. The cats are a bit funny especially on the extra chapter that I have read.
Now for the things that I don't like. There are many and quite a major part of the story. I did not like the MC, the ML and the 'romance'.
I tried to understand the MC because of the background story given to this character. But for someone who is insecure, some scenes are contradicting this and I feel disconnected to the MC. The MC kept on switching moods and line of thoughts, I am too lazy to keep up.
The ML is flat with overbearing and weird stalker vibe. That's how I see him. No matter how perfect he is described physically, I just don't like him. He did a lot of weird things and his POV is weird too.
The 'romance' part is the worst thing on this story.🙄 I was not able to believe or root for this couple. The plot sucks in my opinion. No matter how many cute and funny scenes are inserted, the 'romance' all together destroyed the mood for me.
This is not for me.😐
July 9, 2024
I’m so glad song ran finally has someone who adores him and can show him love. It’s nice that their personalities compliment each other and how they learn what they are lacking, allowing them to improve themselves.
Bubu was the absolute sweetest child, it’s nice to see him be able to show the childish side of himself after meeting song ran. I am glad he zhiyuan was able to see his faults and to communicate with bubu more.
I do think he zhiyuan pushing song ran into facing his trauma was a but too forceful even after hearing song rans reaction. I also think it was solved rather quickly which seems a bit unrealistic, but given its fictional and a short story, it couldn’t really be dragged out.
Overall I enjoyed reading this, the main couple was super cute together!!
Bubu was the absolute sweetest child, it’s nice to see him be able to show the childish side of himself after meeting song ran. I am glad he zhiyuan was able to see his faults and to communicate with bubu more.
I do think he zhiyuan pushing song ran into facing his trauma was a but too forceful even after hearing song rans reaction. I also think it was solved rather quickly which seems a bit unrealistic, but given its fictional and a short story, it couldn’t really be dragged out.
Overall I enjoyed reading this, the main couple was super cute together!!
May 16, 2023
Oficialmente este libro me sacó de un bloqueo lector de dos meses.
Es una historia con una trama muy simple pero hermosa.
A pesar de ser un danmei corto me gustó el desarrollo de los personajes y la buena comunicación que tenía la pareja.
Si algún día quieren leer un libro que les haga sentir super bonito el corazón, se los recomiendo.❤️🩹✨️
Es una historia con una trama muy simple pero hermosa.
A pesar de ser un danmei corto me gustó el desarrollo de los personajes y la buena comunicación que tenía la pareja.
Si algún día quieren leer un libro que les haga sentir super bonito el corazón, se los recomiendo.❤️🩹✨️
July 1, 2023
Me llena el alma de colores pastel 🎉💘💘💘
Recomendada 10/10. Una parte de dulzura y otra de amargos pensamientos. Totalmente mi tipo de historia y narrativa.
El bebé hermoso 😘😍. La pareja super green flag 👌👌
Recomendada 10/10. Una parte de dulzura y otra de amargos pensamientos. Totalmente mi tipo de historia y narrativa.
El bebé hermoso 😘😍. La pareja super green flag 👌👌
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 9, 2021
3.5
很溫暖很溫柔的一個故事，喜歡作者的文筆，也很喜歡穿插其中的童話故事。雖然每次停下來想想的時候，故事節奏會給我一種不太真實的感覺，但讀起來卻很順暢。整篇下來有種童話風格的感覺，有些情節我覺得有點牽強，或過於簡化了一些事情，但放在一個童話故事的框架中的話就可以接受。
不過我個人不太吃床上叫爸爸，雖然可以理解（？）頌然對父親情感上的缺憾，但就是會有點，嗯......出戲？
很溫暖很溫柔的一個故事，喜歡作者的文筆，也很喜歡穿插其中的童話故事。雖然每次停下來想想的時候，故事節奏會給我一種不太真實的感覺，但讀起來卻很順暢。整篇下來有種童話風格的感覺，有些情節我覺得有點牽強，或過於簡化了一些事情，但放在一個童話故事的框架中的話就可以接受。
不過我個人不太吃床上叫爸爸，雖然可以理解（？）頌然對父親情感上的缺憾，但就是會有點，嗯......出戲？
February 19, 2023
I really enjoyed this! One of the few good danmei with smut XD. I like the orphan who has always wanted a family trope!
May 18, 2023
3.5 rounded up
May 4, 2024
LITERALLY SO ADORABLE HAD ME AURGHHHHHHH SUCH A WARM VIBE IM SEARCHING FOR MORE DANMEI THAT HAVE SUCH LOVELY FEELINGS
February 1, 2025
Cũm vễ thưnnn
December 27, 2024
💓
wished it was much longer and a bit slow-based 🍽️
wished it was much longer and a bit slow-based 🍽️
May 6, 2023
Rating: 4/5- There are so many things to love about this novel. It really is beautifully written but in the same breath- super unrealistic.
However, because I read it for fictional pleasure I did tremendously enjoy it.
I personally related to Song Ran on many levels, having experienced similar things growing up and I did enjoy how well his character was written to portray so many of the insecurities and desire to give love because that is definitely in line with that type of upbringing.
However, even though there’s so much to love about this book, the one or two points that aren’t so likeable are definitely the most grating.
The whole triggering a psychological disorder without the assistance of professionals is seriously misleading and it was quite dampening knowing that the author used this to perhaps end the story more quickly instead of furthering her character’s growth by using professional help.
The message that your loved ones can cure your mental illness is NOT true. If it was, we wouldn’t have so many damaged and depressed adults who are married or have kids or don’t.
I also really disliked the dad kink in this specific novel. And yes some may disagree with me but people who have been abandoned by a parent will have an inexplicable desire to look for parental love in their S/Os on most occasions but the author made it feel uncomfortable for me because I have the same experience and side effect and it took away the hurt and deficient feeling by making it a type of kink. Not cool author. Not cool.
Overall I did love the story and stayed up to read it until the early hours of the morning. But just remember folks don’t trust strangers with your kids, especially when you’re in another continent and no you cannot fall deeply in love with a person over the phone. That’s called infatuation and not love.
But hey, the fiction is super enjoyable so please do read this for BuBu and Song Ran’s interactions. That was my main reason for loving this so much
However, because I read it for fictional pleasure I did tremendously enjoy it.
I personally related to Song Ran on many levels, having experienced similar things growing up and I did enjoy how well his character was written to portray so many of the insecurities and desire to give love because that is definitely in line with that type of upbringing.
However, even though there’s so much to love about this book, the one or two points that aren’t so likeable are definitely the most grating.
The whole triggering a psychological disorder without the assistance of professionals is seriously misleading and it was quite dampening knowing that the author used this to perhaps end the story more quickly instead of furthering her character’s growth by using professional help.
The message that your loved ones can cure your mental illness is NOT true. If it was, we wouldn’t have so many damaged and depressed adults who are married or have kids or don’t.
I also really disliked the dad kink in this specific novel. And yes some may disagree with me but people who have been abandoned by a parent will have an inexplicable desire to look for parental love in their S/Os on most occasions but the author made it feel uncomfortable for me because I have the same experience and side effect and it took away the hurt and deficient feeling by making it a type of kink. Not cool author. Not cool.
Overall I did love the story and stayed up to read it until the early hours of the morning. But just remember folks don’t trust strangers with your kids, especially when you’re in another continent and no you cannot fall deeply in love with a person over the phone. That’s called infatuation and not love.
But hey, the fiction is super enjoyable so please do read this for BuBu and Song Ran’s interactions. That was my main reason for loving this so much
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 21, 2021
I love this story !! It has a bit of everything, our protagonist , i only wants to protect him so that nothing bad happens to him ..... we have a little boy who will make his life complete and a businessman who gave everything to love him as I wish to be loved .It is a story with many real issues and difficult to assimilate, but also with a lot of love and with two men who could not be more different but who complement each other perfectly. You are going to love the two of them and their little one
November 9, 2021
Def worth the sleepless night. Spice of life with tears. I love it sooo much.
It such a heart wearching-vulnerable-tears up-wholesome-fluffy-and smutty sexy kind of story.
[Up till chap 42. Extra tak baca lagi]
It such a heart wearching-vulnerable-tears up-wholesome-fluffy-and smutty sexy kind of story.
[Up till chap 42. Extra tak baca lagi]
March 11, 2022
It's so sweet ╥﹏╥ ❤❤
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