Holding Onto My Man

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After an accidental death, in order to continue to live, Gu Bai had to choose to go through various wonderful books to complete tasks.

Every time he became a variety of small cannon fodder inside the story, Gu Bai’s code of conduct when completing task is – by all means, don’t be inferior, don’t be shameless, don’t be upright… hold on to a golden thigh.

… N times after transmigrating

Cannon fodder: (angry contempt) … You’re already so powerful, why are you still shamelessly holding on to a golden thigh to deal with us!?

Gu Bai: (deadpan) That… holding and holding… got used to it…

Associated Names
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Embrace My Man [Quick Transmigration]
HOMM
Ôm lấy ta nam nhân
抱住我的男人[快穿]
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EUGEO SYNTHESIS
EUGEO SYNTHESIS rated it
June 4, 2021
Status: --
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU FOR READ THIS STORY.

WHY??? Because all the plots in each arc in this story is very amazing!!! Well, I will give you a friendly reminder before you read this story.

Spoiler

ML nature can get really annoying sometimes.

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Last, For "THE FINAL ARC" There are lots of plot twists, and the story itself is very sad.

Even though the story had a happy ending. I personally felt very sad after I finished reading it, considering the many obstacles they had to go through to get that happiness.

Spoiler

The thing you will encounter in the last arc is :
1) Someone who betrayed the person who saved his life (Feng Siming).
2) A CRAZY B I T C H (Lu Yaoji).
3) The Blackened Second Main Leader (Yin Li).
4) And again, lots of plot twists.

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Honestly, I'm quite sad about what happened to the second main leader in the end, but somehow he still did the wrong thing and of course he has to take responsibility for it.
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Nisawastaken
Nisawastaken
May 18, 2021
Status: c8
ahhh, I don't think I'll ever finish this, The first arc age gap between MC and ML threw me off a lot (10 years difference) it was stated that mc's body is 17 y/o then that meant ML is 27 y/o? Plus they're adoptive brothers (not that being adoptive siblings matters, they're not blood related but the timing and age gap is) like knowing that they grew up together made me feel even worst, , , , like a 7 y/o and a 17 y/o..... sorry to disappoint anyone who's... more>> a fan of this novel, it just isn't my cup of tea.. I'll consider rereading this when I have nothing to read. <<less
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NanairoHana
NanairoHana rated it
March 16, 2021
Status: Completed
This is that story that you can't judge by only reading without completing the whole book. I am so happy that I was the type that persist no matter how the book is until the end before starting another book. The invisible thread that started everything is in the last arc. For those loved vagueness and feeling of being surprised after nearly 100 chapters. I strongly recommended this and don't read my review below. It will spoils and took out the surprise element.

It is quite obvious from the start when... more>> Gu Bai talking about himself on the airplane. Author dropped the foreshadowing quite blantantly that it baffled me when reviewers said "MC is so bland it is unbearable", "MC is emotionless". Like what do you expect of someone without a heart? MC had been saying he felt like he didn't have heart from chapter 1 till 100. No heart. Can't you logically think there is a reason behind that? Though I would advise those that felt like these kind of reviewers to not start the book. MC really is emotionless, apathetic (as what a person without heart should be), but there are changes accumulated until the last arc because of the reason that you will find in there. If you are those that wanted info dump and justification for each and every action in that very same chapter, then this totally isn't your cup of tea.

Ok, throughout the story I had conjure many guess on who is MC and how he actually got involved in ML's life. My guesses are all a miss. Very good. I had read many QT, but this one still caught me by surprise. A pleasant surprise. And it answered all about MC and ML fate that is started from 3000 years ago. How ironic for
Spoiler

"Gu Bai" that he lived his 23 years of his life fully empty and emotionless like a moving puppet when he is fully human, while the puppet "Bai Gu" brimming with emotion spent basically all his life trying to be a real living being!

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It is fun to read how Gu Bai goes from emotionless person to how his soul is awaken (that zombie Gu Bai that mindlessly only remembered Ye Cang is freaking cute), to finally reversal of everything of him
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lol I am not kidding. It is everything even his name. I had a good laugh about his name, his real persona hahaha. The satisfaction of beating enemy at his own game.

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Spoiler

You may question Gu Bai's judgement about how for him the former host is the white moonlight and is never in the wrong. For me, Gu Bai might seems to sympathise with former host more than the host's enemy even if it is both are in the wrong. Because in Gu Bai's perspective, former host sacrificed everything, even the chance to incarnate. Meaning they all turned into nature energy that is absorbed by ML into nothingness. I feel it is just right to sympathised with them more. Though I doubt Gu Bai is actually using his feeling, he more likely just rationalised it. And what I like is Gu Bai tried as close as he can to fulfill what the former host really wanted. E.g: zombie arc and that gaming - hidden love arc. He gave everyone equal chance to redeem themselves before he see if he had to settle them himself. Because former host is still there somewhere in his soul, and they may change their wishes once they saw the change in their enemy or love interest. I also love how he gave that teacher in first arc a chance to prove that he can change due to former host strong conflicting feeling towards him that is 50love-50hate. Reality is harsh though.

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This is actually the point that makes me believe in this book, the author's moral and ability. Never regretted it.

Keep in mind, this QT doesn't really need him to live until the end of his life span there. There are world that he had to abruptly been cut off. But it is okay. Because the deal of him and the mysterious man is that he will fulfilled the wishes of former host. So long he didn't feel the remnant soul in him anymore, he succeeded.
Spoiler

The aspect that ML got involved with the worlds to gain his lost power, while Gu Bai went through the worlds to become closer to the truth of himself, and the clown Yin through the worlds unable to detect Ye Cang were woven splendidly.

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ML - Might seems obsessed, possessive, especially in the beginning. There is always consent from MC in the first place before they go into the relationship. However once in relationship, ML is very controlling (though if we think deeply, this behaviour should be due to soul trauma of the incident 3000 years ago). This gets better though, as ML isn't alone anymore as MC also begins to become obsessed and clingy (too used to hugging golden thigh) lol. So they are perfect for each other. However, the reversal in the end, just makes ML so pitiful to me hahaha. Basically he is in the dark and victim of his own lover's gamble.

Every arc had their own distinct flavours despite being common worlds. The foundation might be to get revenge. But there are also arcs that is like healing for the soul remnants. It had its own humorous moments, fluffy moments, furious moments but there is no heart wrenching moments for me (unlike QWtFoD). All world are cliche type of worlds. I think this book main selling point isn't the world hopping aspect, but the truth behind MC's "no heart" situation.

Plot and storywise, it is 4. Translations though are great, so I rate 5. I was about to pass this book due to original translator's website. The readability of the font is messy but the translation was good. Changing to CG though, your reading experience definitely improved. <<less
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Dianille
Dianille rated it
December 29, 2020
Status: c30
The characters are shallow, I don't even particularly like the MC and ML 😒. The story itself was poorly written and need more detailed narration
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Xian-laoshi
Xian-laoshi
July 23, 2020
Status: c87
Rate: 3.5/5

Impression:

One of the good quick transmigrations out there.

... more>> Should You Read It?

This novel is worth reading, though it won't reach my Stories Worth Rereading List.

Why?

This story has a great initial premise, good characters, nice overall plot, and interesting mysteries. For instance, I love how the MC started as an unfeeling person whose heart was as cold as ice. He was so cool. I truly love the first arc. The ML is also fine— a typical possessive, caring lover.

Now, as the story goes on, the characters and some strong factors of the story reminds me of Quickly Wear The Face of the Devil. Some examples are: the feeling of soul vibrating when kissing, MC's shameless attitude in the tyrannical & apocalypse arcs reminds me too much of Zhou YunSheng when he was chasing the ML, & the dog arc (which was written and executed so ridiculously) was somehow comparable to QWTFOTD's 3rd extra (fox arc).

Overall, there are arcs that are good and bad. It's up to you if you give it a try.

I decided not to give stars for I am not sure if I should rate it 3 or 4. <<less
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Yumeru
Yumeru rated it
June 15, 2020
Status: Completed
This is my first world hopping danmei novel. Per arc was writtenly good though there is just some small smuts but don't worry our ML is very doting, overbearingly good &listens to wifeyxD our MC can stand on his own actually but then again if he can hold his man's thigh why not(〜^∇^) 〜 I love how their love blooms per arc and how the ML opens MC's heart to him. It was exciting on choosing which chara will be the next ML teehee

About their love ML soul:

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Spoiler

Gosh yess it's spans a long time ago -Gods/deities era and it was revealed at the end of the arc. Well the MC soul was picked by the system why? Well because he was the lover of ML spans a thousand a year ago;_; and Cause the system was made by the ML and by overcoming/accomplishing the worlds, his broken soul is slowly being mended

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I'll just reveal just that. There are many twist to the MC soul too.

Happy reading!! <<less
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Hazelia
Hazelia rated it
April 9, 2020
Status: Completed
I like this one, my first quick transmigrasion novel and a good one..

I don't like ML who is scum and treat MC badly or MC who like to play ML feelings badly, and this one really fit my taste. Recommended ?

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Accellia
Accellia
October 29, 2019
Status: c26.3
Some element is similar with QWTFOTD, BUT NOT SO MUCH. Any story can't be exactly the same with the other, the experience it gave also different. Its not even from the same author... So read at your own risk

Some points to note:

  1. MC is heartless and selfish. This is the important point, the base of the MC act and thoughts of earlier arcs. You will found him blame the victim aka protagonist in arc 2, that's because that guy made task-completing more difficult in MC's view. He doesn't care if protagonist is harassed or what. He just mind his own task. I think this will be changed as he learn about love and love the ML. This is the interesting part.
  2. Has some r*pe element, forced relationship.
  3. No system, but directly facing the... Master, aka someone who make him do task. But the master not always helping him, not like system. This quick transmigration without system is kinda fresh...
  4. Spoiler

    arc 2 the scenes in ML's car after runaway from NL's house and scenes after that is kinda weird, idk how to describe it, but it seems off.

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VictorT
VictorT rated it
July 28, 2019
Status: Completed
It was really a good read, I really liked the story and how MC personality progressed, And the ending actually kinda made me cry. But I loved ML and MC bittersweet love.

I recommend reading it to the readers who like reading system novels.
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housyspecial
housyspecial rated it
July 9, 2019
Status: Completed
This is one of most heartwarming and heartfelt BL novels I've read. And I read a lot... From Quickly Wears the Face of the Devil to ones like Heroic Death System and cute ones like Rebirth of the Good Child... This novel fits right into those novels that have seriously touched my heart.

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Spoiler

The main character uses his intelligence and clear eyes to hold onto thick thighs in every world, mainly the male lead. The interactions between them can be fluffy, sometimes fiery, sometimes cute & funny, but all of them charming in its own way that easily touches one's heart.

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Spoiler

First arc: Adopted son vs Brother

Second arc: Guard vs Devil sect Leader

3rd arc: Concubine's son/ scholar vs Crown Prince

4rth arc: Second generation rich young master vs Powerful clan's young master/ leader of game co.

5th arc: White Fluffy Demon dog vs Emperor

6th arc: End of the world's long lost young master vs Underworld Boss

7th arc: A small country's prince /Third Prince's male pet vs Emperor's brother

8th arc: Love crazy fan/ Imperial Star's university student vs Famous Admiral

Last arc: Immortal Fairy vs Devil God King

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I totally regret I didn't find this novel sooner but at the same time I'm very glad I didn't throw this one away. I loved reading it so much. No antsy intrigues that usually delays relationships, just overflowing love & the drama that preludes it. <<less
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FanGirlNoha
FanGirlNoha rated it
May 11, 2019
Status: Completed
Sigh... such a cute love story! I read this in MTL so there might be a lot of misconceptions but the main idea can be understood. The beginning is similar to QWTFOD although the MC seems much more indifferent as he's called "heartless". The MC and ML might not be perfect but they're lovable. I loved most of the arcs but I felt that the first 2 arcs were better in terms of character building. As the MC slowly realizes his feelings, their interactions become too mushy! :p but that's... more>> enjoyable in it's own way.

This MC is a strong one. He is not as OP as the one in QWTFOD. He can get the plot points and can cultivate according to the manuals he received in one of the arcs. He doesn't have an OP system that gives him success in every field but he has his brain to workout the details and occasional cheats.

The ML is similar to the ML of QWTFOD - extremely doting and OP. But his background becomes a bit clear within the first 3 arcs.

The plot itself is quite good, but not as varied as QWTFOD. (Sorry for all the comparisons) There are fewer arcs and the arcs in the later half focus more on exploring the identity of the MC & ML.

The MC & ML's background is truly bittersweet and the ending seemed quite satisfactory. Now I just hope that the translation will restart quickly and we'll get to enjoy this beautiful love story! ^_^

P.S. Sorry for all the comparisons with QWTFOD. I'm a great fan and no system/transmigration novel can be compared to it! Ever! :p <<less
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Emmitouflee
Emmitouflee rated it
April 10, 2019
Status: Completed
A fun read. The relationship between the ML and MC is very devoted. While it is a little dub-con in the first arc, the relationship quickly changes (No continuously bending a shou who does not want to be bent, in fact the shou is happy to chase his man).

I really got hooked when the novel started revealing the story behind the world hopping plot.
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OHtheNovelty
OHtheNovelty rated it
March 25, 2019
Status: Completed
First time MTLing an entire novel. Strangely, I don't feel like I've lost any brain cells.

I think what made me really hooked on to this novel is how short the arcs are. They take up about 10-12 chapters or even less, which is a blessing after reading novels with 30-40 chapters per arc. This novel doesn't like to beat around the bush with fluffy details or character monologues.

Even so, I don't feel like the love between the MC and the ML was forced. The author didn't describe their relationship... more>> with a lot of romantic words, but still managed to convey an obsessive love between the two characters that defies logic.

Spoiler

I mean, in the first three worlds at least the love wasn't instant and the MC had to work hard, but in the later worlds, the MC just looks at the ML and they're instantly flirting and kissing. I guess the love accumulates in each world, but I still enjoy the process of falling in love more.

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It's a good read with a happy ending, I recommend it. <<less
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Neleothesze
Neleothesze rated it
January 28, 2019
Status: c42
The translator's done a really great job capturing the essence of the story while changing quite a few idioms to better fit the English version. 10/10 translation

I've only read up to chapter 42 so far (27 translated by Peony Novel TL and the rest MLT) but I loved the MC's relationships with the *cough* various MLs *cough*. I also found it very refreshing that the author keeps the side-characters and world-building to a minimum & doesn't let the story get bogged down with unnecessary details but ymmv.
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sakurahime
sakurahime rated it
January 28, 2019
Status: Completed
Edit: newest translator is not fluent in chinese. The chapter seems like mtl gibberish it makes me cry. It's already picked by chrysanthemum why you pick it again TT

I've completed it with mtl

Love the MC, love the vinegar jar ML xD and wow the ending, I can't guess so that's what happened ovo

Translator did a great job, she capture the humor, romance and tension very well <3
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Shunraiki
Shunraiki
December 9, 2018
Status: Completed
Wow, what a ride~! To be able to read this novel (especially with several martial-arts-world-with-immortal) using MTL, I have braced myself for the impact, but it was readable to my surprise!

Anyhow, yes, this novel is quite similar to QWFOD as mention in most review, and although the title is "hold to my man", most of the main problem is solved by MC, he did hold ML's big, fat thigh but not that much, similar to MC in QWFOD.

There are several arcs in this, like the immortal world, game world, interstellar... more>> world, normal world, wuxia world, and apocalypse world. It worth to read, give it a shot. <<less
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Littlegirl78
Littlegirl78 rated it
August 26, 2018
Status: Completed
I liked it!!!

But there is something that it's a little bit to mysterious and when someone impatiant like me reading it that person cannot take it and read spoilers?

But still I liked it very much!

PS: Even if I say so it doesn't have much mystery it just MC's origins
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sole_sun
sole_sun rated it
August 23, 2023
Status: --
So uhmm... This novel has some things that I like, but I mostly have so many things that I don't also like on this novel, there's some arc that the story and plot are quite nice and make sense, but yeah there's also some arcs that makes me hate both the MC and ml.
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Soleane
Soleane rated it
July 8, 2023
Status: Completed
Average, typical QT BL novel. I don't have much to say that hasn't already been said. I have read some really bad QT novels though, I don't think this is among those.

You'll find some arcs boring, others interesting. MC is OP and cold, and so is ML. It's like the majority of other QT novels out there, what keeps you reading is the constant influx of new settings and plots. At this point give me a QT novel where MC is actually expressive, not extremely OP, as well as actual... more>> interesting and memorable side characters and I'll give it 5 stars, no questions asked. <<less
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Frau Benham
Frau Benham
May 20, 2023
Status: --
I won't put ratings since I didn't read it till the end and bcs of this it could be not accurate. But I want to express my opinion on the novel.

Firstly, it's truly one of those rare moments when I think why ppl gave such high rating to a novel which I think is very very mediocre, especially compared to other qt novels. The points that I, personally, find weak:

1) MC, other reviewers praise him, but I can't find the appeal at all? Yes, he is clever and cunning, shameless... more>> and also cold in his heart, but many MCs of other qt novels are like that. On the contrary it's actually rare to find some "pure and kind" MC among them. This kind of MC I already regard as a cliche of qt. It all depends on whether author will be able to highlight its MC with smth even so their fundamental element is cliche, but this author, imo, failed to do that. So, I find MC plain, mediocre, and even annoying. If I start to chose charismatic, interesting and cunning protag from all qt I read, Gu Bai certainly would be near very bottom of the list.

2) ML - nothing interesting here either, he is even more mediocre than MC, I only find him not as annoying as MC bcs most of action in the arc we see from Gu Bai's perspective, so he appears more often than ML.

3) About arc, well, some of them are interesting, not completely cliche types. But also there are some so damn boring, it's nearly a torture to read. Maybe bcs I already read many qt novels, also some arcs are good, I was not feeling fully immersed in interest either. But I also didn't read it till the end, maybe there is some gem near there I missed.

4) No appealing side characters at all, for me it's a big minus.

5) Arcs are very rushed. It would've been better if author made less arcs but more detailed instead. Yes, all those that MC need to revenge, always got what they deserved. But where I find the satisfaction when arc itself feels to rushed? I didn't have time to immerse myself and it was already finished..... I wanted a little bit more detailed life after main revenge with ML too. Especially when their romance is not so interesting during the arc itself, at least then give me how they live after it was done, but no. All you receive is short description of two or three paragraphs and be satisfied. What's the point then? Is this a novel focused on face slapping? Then, do we really need romance with ML at all? Why not just create a golden thigh, but without romance element then. At least this way novel would actually stand out. Or author can only explain the willingness of Golden thights to help MC through love?

6) About revenge. In this novel this point is the most well done, MC and ML are boring, arcs depends on what you read, but revenge itself is good, quite satisfying.

Conclusion:

Overall, I'm disappointed. In my opinion it's a very mediocre qt novel, and the ratings to it are higher than it deserves. There are some qt novels that are more interesting than this, but for some reason have lower ratings. <<less
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