Don’t be So Proud

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Chatting in the dormitory at night, roommates wonder how much pain Aunt Flow brings. Mr. Perfect He Zhi Zhou has never bothered joining in on these petty talks for amus**ent. That is, until he became a woman and laid in bed with a white-cast complexion…

Chatting in the female dormitory at night, roommates sighed over the current pairings in the school of engineering, Shen Xi was a little curious that the problem with these topics is that there was no way to test them. Until she became a male engineering student and a bar of soap dropped in front of her…

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别那么骄傲
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Date Group Release
06/01/18 Hui3r epilogue 2 part2
05/25/18 Hui3r epilogue 2 part1
05/11/18 Hui3r epilogue 1
05/04/18 Hui3r c13 part4
04/27/18 Hui3r c13 part3
04/20/18 Hui3r c13 part2
04/13/18 Hui3r c13 part1
04/06/18 Hui3r c12 part5
03/30/18 Hui3r c12 part4
03/23/18 Hui3r c12 part3
03/16/18 Hui3r c12 part2
03/06/18 Hui3r c12 part1
01/15/18 Hui3r c11 part5
12/31/17 Hui3r c11 part4
12/11/17 Hui3r c11 part3
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The Lazy Slug
The Lazy Slug rated it
May 21, 2017
Status: Completed
I really find this story cuuute~! At first, you really can't help but be torn and feel vexed. After all, contrary to the summary where you only get the feeling of a female and male being bodyswapped without baggages or any strings attached, that is definitely not the case!

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Here, we have a female who is head over heels in love with her childhood friend already; that although that childhood friend may be 'passive' at the start, neither affirming nor against FL's advances, we get to see later on some depth of what he truly feels... basically we finally have the chance to see his perspective about FL and their "unlabelled" relationship. That is to say, we get to affirm that after all this time, he truly does care for FL in the romantic sense. Since they grew up together, he just didn't realise how special FL really was for him until later, when she "broke up" with him to be with ML openly, albeit starting out "faked" in hindsight, in order to (primarily) resolve their issue.

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However, how it resolved in the end was well-done. Some of you might still feel aggrieved and hoped to stick with the second ML, considering he was with MC for far too long than the main ML; then again, ML is not at a complete disadvantage either. I say author really did well in painting, planning and controlling the pacing, the development of the story. It was really good and true to the personalities of the characters. Suffice to say, they (i.e. the characters) were fleshed out very well.

I do initially agree though when tanzmoon said "ML truly picked the short end of the stick." After all, between our two leads, he was the more logical, clever, smart, calm and collected one. Ability-wise, he was the creamest of the crop, and him taking over FL's body can be considered more of an advantage for her than her on his body. In more than one occasion had FL "forgotten" she was now on ML's body and acted a bit effeminate, completely ruining his initial cool/aloof image. Whereas FL's body now taken over by ML acting cold and scoring high on her CET can only be considered an "upgrade" on her part to a cool/intelligent beauty. But! Do note that FL and ML are two completely different/diverse entities in the first place. One is an aspiring engineer, the other a dancer. So, before you go on berating FL for sabotaging ML's image, ML likewise caused chaos on FL's dancing opportunities, even made her lose her original spot/the original offer given to her by her department to be the main dancer on a special event, something she really practiced hard for the past months before they swapped.

Anywaay, bottomline, both FL and ML had their own strengths and weaknesses. And it's interesting to note how, bit by bit, they try to compromise to their situation, learning about each other in the process. FL is loveable af. She knew some of her shortcomings (most of it coming out comedic), and was very apologetic for acting out of place once she realised she wasn't ML-like and wasn't embarrassed to admit such mistakes and ask for ML, the more clever one, for help. And ML, esp. once he realised his own feelings for FL, began to soften around her, understand and appreciate her, and see her in a different light. But of course, since he's so inexperienced in that department, some of his attempted "confessions" can only be considered pitiable as hell. XDDD lol

As for the romance, it was cute, a bit slow but very understandable, considering their circumstances. Though them falling was inevitable, it didn't happen abruptly. FL did not easily fall out of the old love nor did she quickly fall in for the new one. Then again, like in real life, somewhere in between, it just... happened.

I read up to the translated part, Ch. 7 part 3/Ch.34, and MTLed the rest. As such, there are some things I'm not very clear about. Then again, I don't mind rereading it again once the translated versions are up. Hui3r is an excellent translator group, having read some of their other works like Heyi Shengxiao, so... all the more reason not to hesitate.

For those wanting a break, and want to read something cute and light, I definitely recommend reading this. I don't really get the 1-star raters for giving this a very low score. :T Imo, an average of 4.1 is too low. Perhaps a 4.6-4.8. Oh well, either way, I hope these words will give some encouragement to other readers out there to seriously give this a try. <<less
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macy2
macy2 rated it
July 15, 2018
Status: Completed
Cute story, however it does drags a bit and nothing really important happens for a series of chapters until they switch back (in which it just becomes plain fluff afterwards) ; other then that its the MC ruining the ML's image and dignity. The ML is stubborn but he's careful to maintain her relations and not cause trouble. The MC on the other hand does not at all; she's impulsive, acts upon her emotions, requires people to clean up after her messes and is selfish. She's an happy-go-lucky person (and... more>> dare I say shallow and spoiled) that spares no thought towards the ML's life and pursues her own goals and desires selfishly. This selfishness continues even after they switch back. Honestly although I dont have an outright problem with her character (I mean a lot of MCs are like her) but she wont be a character that I particularly like or support if there was a better alternate for the ML. <<less
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Wonder Star
Wonder Star rated it
July 18, 2019
Status: Completed
It's a cute story but it gets a little boring after they return back to normal. The ending is bittersweet but then you've got to trust He Zhi Zhuo. There has always been one girl who has touched his heart unexpectedly, when he only thought he would end up alone. Fluff and lots of it. &Lt;3
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Arnissan
Arnissan rated it
September 15, 2016
Status: c3 part2
Chapter 1 is quite confusing with droping like 8 or so characters and making ir really hard to understand who is who. But if you read further all becomes clear in the first 3 chapters and after that it flows quite nicely. Solid read so far.
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Readd99 rated it
November 4, 2021
Status: Completed
its enjoyable read. I usually feel abit heavy whenever I read a story about realistic love and relationships, however this novel is both a light read and have kinda realistic view on different kinds of relationships.

I first thought that it is very short but it is actually quite good length that covered alot of things nicely
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Dayang_Dyan
Dayang_Dyan rated it
July 17, 2021
Status: Completed
Tried to binge read the whole novel but somehow I found that each chapter was long.

This is the only gender-bender novel that I've read and I honestly found it good. Had some mixed feelings with the relationship between FL and Second ML but overall, it was good.
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Pitachan
Pitachan rated it
July 6, 2021
Status: c6.5
I thought at first this is cute.

But eventually I grew bored because FL doesnt have any concern about ML whatsoever. Like she's the typical selfish FL I pressume. I know it's hard to change someone habits but I mean she can be considerate towards ML and think a bit before taking action.

More likely we can say that this novel portray a definite portrayal of s*upid FL and smart heartless ML. Just like any other cliche novel but this one is reverse gender.

I didnt enjoy much after I finished like half... more>> of it, because FL act like nothing happened. Like nothing matters before her happiness.

One more thing, she knew second ML has ambiguous relationship with other female but she just act s*upid and thinks it wont happen. As years goes by still pursue second ML tho knew he never act serious with her. Then she hurt but it was her own doing, 🤷

Basically not recommended for those who likes independent woman who can separate reality with lovelife...

But, I really appreciate the translator. It translated very good actually, thank you for your hard work. <<less
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chande
chande rated it
November 11, 2020
Status: Completed
What a cute and sweet love story. I'm glad that I picked up this story and successfully got hooked in the process. The plot itself isn't unique but what I love the most is the characters.

MC is cute and loves to be pretty. Although she came from a rich family and sometimes spoiled, she's not selfish and often considerate towards other people. ML is your typical aloof and cold handsome man who is excellent at his study. He came from a broken home family and didn't easily fall in love.

After... more>> dating FL, he doesn't immediately change to be a warmer person, rather he often struggles about how to date FL properly or how to coax FL when she's angry. He's also not a man of many words and loves to talk based on logic which often cause FL to misundertand him. But in the end FL could still understand him and they get along better from day to day. What I love the most is they doesn't immediately become a lovey dovey couple and it's more natural like that.

As for Lin Yu Tang, I pity and hate him at the same time. He likes FL but never makes their relationship official and leaves it vague for years. He's kind to other females and often helps them but doesn't do it openly in front of FL and makes her misunderstand. FL always takes the initiative to approach him while he acts cool. He finally takes the initiative when FL already gives up on him (serve him right). But in the end, he still loves FL unconditionally as a brother. I don't like the fact that Lin Yu Tang and FL are still close (although not like in the past) when she's already in a relationship with ML. But deep down I know that it's not easy to severe years of relationship (they are childhood friend after all) and ML thinks so too.

As for the ending, it's not enough for me. I want to know about their future together. Does MC keep dancing in the future? (She's an excellent dancer and I'm quite sad that her performance was cancelled and she got snubbed by her roommate when she teached dancing). Does ML go back to China or get a job in US? And Lin Yu Tang, although I hate him a bit, I still hope that he could find someone and be happy too. <<less
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orionflakes
orionflakes
June 3, 2020
Status: --
pretty good, just slices of life, no strong plotline or whatnot, a shortcoming I'm bothered the most is I hate that the FL is crybaby, not even reasonable crying, just overly emotional. I know some peeps irl maybe like that but wished there's a #weaklingprotagonist tag added.
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Kodokkepo
Kodokkepo rated it
April 28, 2020
Status: Completed
First, I was a little doubt to read this kind of story. But who knows, I could’t stop laughing and aww-ing while reading it. Really, it’s really rare for me to find a story that could made me laughing so hard while reading it. And don’t make me start with the ML, even though he was cool, and very hard to please, but once he fell in love with the FL, he spoiled her to end. Ah my heart! And the FL, she was perfect in her own way. ... more>> Any recommendation like this kind of story? <<less
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EnchantedMe
EnchantedMe rated it
March 6, 2020
Status: --
Sigh, I got to admit that this novel is a great novel. Both the ML and FL interaction with each other is great and all. However, I am not really fond of the 2nd ML who is the ex boyfriend. He is nice and all but there is a limit to being nice too. He obviously loves the FL but he would do more for another girl than he would for the FL, unconsciously hurting her in the process too. Sigh, so I am super glad that the FL... more>> will get over the 2nd ML and start anew with the ml. It's so sad just reading the 2nd ML and fls interaction... I think there is no point for the 2nd ML to get hurt over losing the FL because he obviously didnt put FL before the other girl so he reaped what he sowed. Obviously the ML is cold and all but he still treats the FL with respect and even unconsciously supports her unreasonable actions because it helps soothes her heartbreak from the 2nd ml. Even after the FL broke up with the 2nd ml, all the 2nd ML does is focus on school but gets angry and sad whenever he sees the ML and FL together. But when the other girl comes around he goes out of his own way to do whatever he can to help her even if he is dead tired. But towards the fl, he only focuses on school, school and never really put the same effort towards the FL as he did towards the other girl. So obviously this boys kindness is a kindness that every girl wants in a man but a kindness that will hurt the girlfriend. Obviously school is important but even the ML focuses on school but still goes to the FL whenever he realizes something's wrong with her. So I would say that the novel is great, and no I'm not rooting for any 2nd ML syndrome here at all. The ML in the story is the best fit for fl. Give this novel a try if you think your okay with this kind love triangle, but I will assure you that the ML action towards FL will for sure heal the unfairness that FL receives from the 2nd ml. <<less
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NightEmpress
NightEmpress rated it
July 2, 2018
Status: epilogue 2 part2
I loved this novel so much!

It's so cute and so fluffy and has a kinda different concept as compared to other modern day romance novels.

So basically, In the first half of the novel, the FL and ML's souls get swapped and they have to face hilarious and embarrassing situations while being in each other's bodies. Although the ML in the FL still makes her appear cool due to his aloof nature.... the FL in the ML though... haha, read and you'll find out. I felt so sorry for the ML... more>> sometimes lol.

Spoiler

The romance is really smooth. The FL loved her childhood friend in the beginning, the second ML but his feelings for the FL were really ambiguous and when she left him, he realised that he, after all did love her. As for the ML, he was someone who absolutely had no interest in the opposite gender and he was as cold as Antarctica of course. But after the whole body swap thing, he grows close to the FL and slowly falls in love with her. He loves her alot and she becomes his most important person.

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In any case, read this story because it's really sweet and different. The ending got me like but it was still a nice bittersweet ending anyway, mostly sweet. <<less
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tanzmoon
tanzmoon rated it
May 15, 2016
Status: c3 part5
It's quite hilarious (after their souls were switched), I find the guy MC is truly pitiful, he truly picked the short end of the sticks! The translation quality is also good. Looking forward to more.
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