Hidden Marriage

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After five years, Ning Xi has returned and is out to take revenge on the sister who turned her parents against her and the childhood sweetheart who betrayed her for her sister. She aims to fulfill her childhood dream and become a famous actress. However, her sister is still out to get her, and she has to avoid all her underhanded schemes.

One day, after falling into one of her sisters’ schemes, she meets an adorable kid and saves him. This is how Ning Xi found herself staying at the autistic little kid’s house to help him come out of his shell. Slowly, his father, Lu Tingxiao, starts falling for her too.

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Chọc Tức Vợ Yêu - Mua Một Tặng Một
FMHM
Full Marks Hidden Marriage: Pick Up a Son, Get a Free Husband
君子报恩
许你万丈光芒好
隐婚100分:惹火娇妻嫁一送一
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Xinxxi
Xinxxi rated it
April 19, 2020
Status: Completed
Honestly, this plot is cliche. I honestly came for the face slaps. The face slapping scenes were pretty refreshing. The antagonists were really weak, and easily knocked down. The plot in the beginning were really good but as it reaches towards the end, it began to get really boring and dull. There were a lot of those drama cliches, and the fact that the ML's mother when meeting Ning Xi (the MC), had a bad reaction and tried to set the ML and some female character together, really supports that... more>> drama cliches.

I really like novels that have a strong female MC, but every single time that they meet with something bad, they almost never solve it on their, always needing help and support from stronger/wealthier characters. Honestly, I know that the MC is a girl but if they do act strong then, all those dramatic cliches would be gone and the author would probably not have much to write about.

But I think it's alright, it's not the best and it's not the worst. Edit: I think that this novel is at least a 3 stars at most. <<less
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Piknos
Piknos rated it
February 24, 2020
Status: Completed
Adorable light read, this novel hits what it aims for. Although it is a romance, the MC doesn't always rely on the ML and instead chooses to work her way through things on her own. She's kickass enough to not stumble over every single thing but still human enough to not be able to brute force her way through life. The characters are fleshed out, though I suppose if you couldn't write detailed characters after 2000 chapters that would also be a feat to be reckoned with.

The only flaw I... more>> could point out is that everyone outside of the main cast seem to be s*upid for the point of being s*upid. Most of the villains plans don't work, and even when they fail they keep coming back just to be thwarted again. They do eventually fall, but another comes back to replace them. The reporters/netizens also seem to be brainless, jumping at every single thing that could be hot. There doesn't seem to be a single reliable news source, and I mean literally with every single incident people go off the rumours.

Aside from that, the novel is solid. Great romance that isn't shoved down your throat, the occasional comedic moment and some cute scenes that just melt your heart. All this while the MC is progressing in her career. I highly recommend as a light read. <<less
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RazeenHR
RazeenHR rated it
December 6, 2019
Status: c2165
The best part is that the characters are great. FL has her own insecurities but doesn't let them control her and also has her own goals but doesn't blindly go forward without a plan. ML has his own worries and insecurities that mostly boil down to feeling he might not be the best for the FL and being scared of driver her away if she knows about his overly posessive feelings. The way their relationship develops, although slowed down and with some drama/misunderstandings, due to the FL's insecurities, is paced... more>> really well. The thing that I really like is that, although some topics might be heavy and some parts of the story will have you crying for chapters on end, the overall story has a lighthearted and sometimes comedic tone throughout.

One of the things I hate about some stories is where, my emotions are constantly in a stressed out state. For example, if there's always an impending threat that stays in the back of your mind even when it's supposed to be a comedic interaction. Or when there's no cooldown period between events and you can't take a breather from the heavy stuff.

I'm happy to say that this story handles that really well in that, even when you know there's an impending threat, the FL, ML and the surrounding characters feel reliable enough that you don't worry about it. There's also the kid who provides many of the lighthearted and fluffy moments and relieves a lot of stress for the reader when reading the heartwarming interactions beween the FL and the kid, plus the comedic interactions between the ML and the kid.

If you like face slapping then, although notably less in quantity compared to other books, there's a good few face slaps in this and they're done well with good impact. Sometimes face slapping in other books are very formulaic and you can see it coming from a mile away or they use the same archetype of "villain" and the same type of face slap consecutively in almost every face slapping scene. This book, while there are some face slapping scenes that are easy to guess and similar to ones you would find everywhere else, there are also many that feel more like the face slapping wasn't meant to be the main attraction of that scene and rather the story points you get in that scene are what stay in your mind more than the face slapping, although the face slap itself is also satisfying in those scenes aswell.

The thing that makes this story is definitely the FL above all other things. I would pay for an afterstory volume with just the daily antics of the FL and ML after the story ends. Some extra stories based around the surrounding characters like the FL's cousin, the ML's brother, etc.

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Personally, although I don't dislike the guy that the FL's cousin liked, I don't really want them to get together after what happened between them. Honestly I wish the ML's rival/FL's previous boss (who has a crush on her) just randomly decided to take the FL's cousin with him while sailing and advenuting around the world, that could be it's own story in my opinion. The down to earth normal girl and the crazy eccentric boss go on adventures and this time the love is the other way around where she falls for him but wont do anything about it because he's still in love with her cousin, although her cousin's taken at this point. That's just a personal fantasy though.

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There are some plot points that aren't expanded on though, but they're not really super important. I think it's fine to leave it up to the imagination like I have in the above spoiler.

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An example would be Jiang Muye and Lin Zhizhi (FL's first manager at ML's agency) who have some sort of dramatic history together, with some specifics being hinted/implied but nothing concrete. It leaves it up to the imagination in that Jiang Muye and Lin Zhizhi are both single by the end of the story and Jiang Muye has even conciously realized that he doesn't have feelings for the FL anymore and sees her like family instead.

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The story is focusing very specifically on the ML and FL's relationship so it does well leaving things that should be resolved, properly resoved, but also leaves many characters' future relationships up to the imagination of the readers.

Hidden Marriage is probably my favorite romance book, period. I've read it (all 2165 chapters) around 5 times at this point and I'm writing this review before starting my 6th read through. <<less
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Mamabug
Mamabug rated it
October 20, 2019
Status: c641
This is, like, the Moby d*ck of Chinese soap opera novels. Its as if the author couldn't decide between writing a romance, an organized crime thriller, or a showbiz novel so decided to write all three - all while throwing every possible cliche and trope into the mix for good measure. And yet, it all works.
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Rin.Rin
Rin.Rin rated it
September 9, 2019
Status: Completed
It was my first time reading about a Little Bun because I usually read ancient china and martial arts. But this novel was my first experience in meng. The ML dotes on the MC a lot and the interactions between Little Bun and MC is super adorable! There are some great face slapping and you gain a lot of satisfaction from this novel.I love this novel but it also has its cons.

  • There was a lot of defamation to the point I start to question the public intelligence because they were easily swayed.
  • The ending was really rushed. The ending was so complicated regarding the mc's friend past and betrayal. I was not having any of it.
  • The ending needed more closure with Little Treasure/Bun because the ending was basically the MC daughter interacting with the ML's brother.
  • I feel like there were a lot of characters or if not just the right amount to develop the plot but along the way you forget at least one or two
  • It took forever for the MC to get together with the ML because of her complicated past and mistrust towards men but it was very dragged out that you question "what is she doing?"
I would still recommend this novel because it was long, romantic, and simply enjoyable to read minus the ending and what I mentioned.
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Snoweee
Snoweee rated it
July 22, 2019
Status: Completed
The start of the story is pretty interesting, I am a fan of Vengeance seeking FL, though as the story progress the plot was starting get draggy, there’s so many drama that is unnecessary for the story to flow.

Is this a good read?

-yes, if you are out of novels to read

... more>> Is it satisfying to read?

- kinda, because I love how she trampled those antagonist, Though I find the ending to rush (don’t ask me why, the author thought so many problems for the MCs yet the ending is a so-so)

is it worth reading all the chapters?

- Depends on you guys, for me I did skips a number of chapters, as my patience is slowly leaving my body. You don’t have to worry the chapters are really short and even though you skip some of it you will still follow the flow of the story.

I am not preventing you to read this though I just want to inform you that you might get bored from all the segue plots to just make the novel long. ANYWAYS HAPPY READING... <<less
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BadMaSh
BadMaSh rated it
May 19, 2019
Status: Completed
hahhaha best of its type out there.

yeah the ending was a bit rushed bt I dont really mind that coz the rest of the story was awesome. have read it multiple times already.

ning xi and tingxiao best couple I hv seen in these kinda novels... there are misunderstandings btwn them bt they dont want me to kill myself coz they both r too good and handle it well.

... more>> plus probably the only novel which deals with exes the way it should be dealt with.

i also love how shameless ML is... and probably the most happy I feel when many times ning xi calls ML his wife and he just goes speechless... thats just beyond adorable...

also probably the best thing about how the ML is always so easy to coax by the FL.. thats just... hahahaha what cn I say... so many times he says 'no' and she just coaxes him a little and he's instantly 'yes'... those were really fun :D

overall I love the interactions btwn both leads the most. he isnt as controlling like the other MLs I hv read so that was really refreshing.

i probably dont like the tianxin and lingtian (scum of this story) arc the most...i literally wanted to go in story and kill that guy... meh.. anyway

and honorable mentions to the little bun, koi fish, the golden retriever and ning xi's exes for making the story so much fun... love it

also love the moments of her shooting and her fans.. some of them r really funny :D

the parents of both the sides r really bad.. annoying to the point of insanity bt meh..i guess MLs parents were still a bit better than MCs... they were beyond dumb...

i think I will put it above perfect secret love for now since there story isnt finished yet.. anyway definitely 5* even with the rushed ending... :D :D :D

definitely recommend it... more than any other story of this type. <<less
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ghostofmater
ghostofmater rated it
May 11, 2019
Status: c2161
This has to the best rags to riches kind of story I've ever read based on modern time. It doesn't tell it from the very beginning of where she was completely poor, but they do say the MC was from a poor background, yet not at the same time (You'll find out why in the story.) I just love the whole family dynamic they have and how everyone else gets the short end of the stick when it doesn't pertain to the main couple. There's one part where I was crying my head off. But other than that it's pretty good. I absolutely love the parts where the MC cross-dressing. The fans go wild. The fans and the paparazzi are the worse. So is the ML's parents for 2/3 of... more>> the story. Don't even get me started on the Mc's parent. EVEN WORSE. But the MC is pretty independent and cherish those who are close to her. I also love the parts she get for movies and shows. Getting the fan's reaction weibo was fun to read. There's a handful of plot twister that I was even shocked about. It just kept me on my toes. I'm miffed about how the ML kind of let his parents roll over him sometimes and doesn't try harder for them to stop. But I would definitely recommend this story! I binged the heck out of it in 3-4 days. Some days where I was reading it throughout the night and I turn to my window the next time, and I see daylight. That's how addicted I was to this. The ending is sweet. I got to say, my favorite is Little Bun. He was the MVP. I just love his personality. Haha.

Now in looking for a similar story to this TwT. I already finished Love 020. <<less
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Hyacinthe
Hyacinthe rated it
March 27, 2019
Status: Completed
I love how the male lead was not your typical jack ass or too nice to be useful kind of guy.

The novel is greate and even though I was a little dissapointed of the ending, it didn’t change my opinion on the rest.
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Bird-In-A-Cage
Bird-In-A-Cage rated it
February 2, 2019
Status: Completed
For the first time in a long time, I read a good book.

This novel isn't like most with the crazy turns, and information overloads. It was simple, albeit it had many chapters and sometimes I felt like just giving up, the end result was nice.

It had a good ending, the romance was quick but not super quick. Although I was a bit concerned at how the novel may end with the sudden twist, it was resolved quickly and I finished the novel with no regrets.

The face-slaps were as satisfying as... more>> you could imagine and the protagonist was never really put in a situation where she could experience a big loss.

Overall I gave this novel a 5, because compared to a lot of novels I've read this was the least infuriating and I actually had fun reading it. <<less
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Pratibharitu
Pratibharitu rated it
September 30, 2018
Status: Completed
I have strongly recommended this novel, although sometime MC is unrealistic but we can ignore it.... romance between Male Lead and Female lead is so cute... Overall it is very nice and light novel
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jojooxxx
jojooxxx rated it
June 28, 2018
Status: c1436
It's pretty good. It has a lot of fluffness, romance, action, drama and mystery.

It made me giggle a lot bcuz of the cuteness overload. Little Bun is the best!!! &Gt;_<

It also makes you angry a lot too bcuz of the shamelessness and biased opinions of the antagonists and other infuriating characters. But, the romance, revenege, and mystery development is very good. There's a few times where it's repetitive but I'm okay with it.
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reed_wei_wei rated it
May 5, 2018
Status: --
I have already on the way to reach the 1800th chapter but man this story just hook me up.

The starting of the novel might be slow because they were creating the characters and all but I just love how this doesn't get like your typical revenge comeback bc of transmigration or reincarnation.

As the story progress you will just love little bun truthfully I'm still reading this because there is little bun.

But I still love how the MC seems to be hiding so many unexpected skills, I was so anticipating what's... more>> going to be uncover next. It's thrilling! <<less
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TigerCub
TigerCub rated it
March 24, 2018
Status: Completed
OMFG this is actually such a good story!!

When you get further and further into the story, the interactions between NX and LTX just get cuter and cuter!! (cute interactions between NX and little bun are of course a must, they've been cute since the beginning ^_^)

I'll tell you now, who knew so many ex's would actually show up and just create more confusion between the characters? Of course, NX is always ready to pound them back into shape :D

Though, I'll tell you now! This arc starts around chapter:

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There's actually a pretty good amount of drama here, mainly cliff hanger material.

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and I'll have to say it, was during this arc where I actually cried. But even in this section, I can't tell you what it is because it's just that strong. Of course, open the spoiler right after this to know if you want.

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Spoiler

NX falls into a coma/vegetative state and doesn't wake up for around 1 year and 1 month.

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But wow, story's really nice ^_^ and LTX is just ahh... he's really in love with her.

One a side note, there could've been a longer epilogue.

Spoiler

There's around 2 chapters if I remember correctly after they do the marriage ceremony. If only there was more!!!

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Basically, just read it! You'll actually love it so much!

Spoiler

Btw, NX's sister (the one that took over her place in the Ning family) totally get's karma, plus, her ugly colours are reveals before everyone. Oh, she's also so cruel and selfish it's ridiculous. What you've seen isn't even the best of it.

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Shinygold13
Shinygold13 rated it
January 27, 2018
Status: Completed
I plowed through this book with google translate and even though I missed some nuances but the general plot and humor of the novel were well-received. I have mixed feelings to be honest, why? It's because I completely love it but I feel that the ending was a little lacking. Majority of this feeling stems from the open-ending of a particular couple (?) -trust me, you'll understand that question mark one day- Aside from that, I am quite excited to read them in English.

Hidden Marriage is a fascinating read, full... more>> of laughter with a dose of angst. The plot is a bit complex and wide, usually the hints dropped are unraveled hundreds of chapters later which sometimes poses a problem since it is difficult to remember where you read this particular information. There is no lack of lovey-dovey moments and fluff -I still want more, gah- What I particularly love about c-novels set in modern times is the social media interaction and Hidden Marriage is full of it, reading them is an exercise between frustration and indifference, fascinating nonetheless.

Lastly, I wish to immerse myself more in this universe but as they say, good things must come to an end. This was a fun and wholesome ride, one I won't mind revisiting again.

Have fun! <<less
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Fantasy-Magician
Fantasy-Magician
January 7, 2018
Status: c803
This story start as great... but let me tell you it goes from a perfectly good story with solid plot to repetitive plot that makes your eyes roll so hard. No spoiler, but the reoccurring event is usually either some sort of scandal that threaten MC's career that got solved with little to no problem. Or the male lead upstaging MC's former boyfriend in being a great friend to MC's white flower sister, and showing off how much better the main pairing and shaming the other couple.

The other concern is... more>> how in her five years living the country, Ning Xi had been very busy you would wonder why the heck did she get into all of that.
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The changing boyfriends like sock is just one of the smallest thing, but getting involved in a crime organization

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serve little to no purpose for the author other than highlighting what a badass Ning Xi is. Even though Ning Xi's personality is still solid and appealing, she has way too many topnotch skills that would make Mary Sue jealous.
Obviously the author gets carried away with giving her so many buffs.

At this point I am still reading the story just to see the ending and get the obvious secret about Little Treasure, Lu Ting Xiao and five years ago scandal out of the way~

I will concede to call this story interesting, but after six hundreds or so chapters it cease from being a good story. <<less
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sagacity
sagacity rated it
October 31, 2017
Status: c591
I recommend! It's not what the story is about. It's how it is written. There are reasons why cliches are popular, and although in general the story is cliche, it is by far one of the most well written ones out there on this genre. The chapters are short so it seems to have many but not really. It's an easy read and quite enjoyable.

Can't wait for the updates!
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Syash
Syash rated it
September 28, 2017
Status: c451
I guess the story goes rolling downhill faster than anything fast when ... more>>
Spoiler

MC and the ML didn't live together anymore

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You'll read there's minimal encounter on b****y people from earlier review, but sadly, after 200 (?) chapter or less, there's like a batallion of brainless b****es. Main attraction and one thing that get me to read despite the terribly terrible plot was the two Bun, sadly, their appearance decreased, the interaction aren't as fun as in the past chapters...... though I still love the characters. The author just made the story more serious and it became uterly ludicrous.

If you want to read, the first two-three hundred are a really light-hearted and entertaining read. <<less
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AyameChan
AyameChan rated it
September 12, 2017
Status: c402
I can say exactely the same thiks that all peaople, too long ! Seriously 300 chapter are just Nothing interesting ! Juste blablablabla that not move at all, its a good book but it's too "cliché".

Pour les français : le livre peut être bien mais argg, 300 chapites de blabla inutiles, totalement cliché, comme tout le monde le dit, sans little tresor cela ferai longtemps que j'aurai perdu intérêt. Je préfère attendre 30 chapitres que lire directement sinon vraiment, chapitre par chapitre on s'ennuie
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OfficePony
OfficePony rated it
September 10, 2017
Status: Completed
Updated as of 7/21/18:

Grammar: ???/5 (Read the raws using machine translation)

Writing: 3.5/5

... more>> Story: 3.9/5

Big improvements to the story. While there are still plot holes, huge "coincidences", and other really unbelievable things, it is tempered by a solid villain arch that is powerful and compelling. The interactions of the characters and the sick and twisted plot really get you invested in the series. I read it for three days and got to the end before I knew it. I only regret that it felt so short.

Too many plot holes, but decent character building.

Grammar: 2.5~3/5

Writing: 2.5~2.9/5

Story: 2.1~3/5

Personally enjoying this series since I can just ignore the obvious plot holes and fill it in with my imagination. Grammar is fairly bad in the early translations. The second translation group did about just as well as the first group. Thankfully, Q-International took it over and is better over all as far as grammar goes. The writing is so-so, with problems of plot, character inconsistencies, and quite over-the-top coincidences happening in almost every arc. The story is not the most original, nor is it very compelling. Pretty much the only thing going for it is Little Bun and Big Bun. Just seeing those two and their antics makes it a worthy read. <<less
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