Fight the Landlord, Fall in Love

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​A love story that came about due to Fight The Landlord. [1]

Two eldest young masters who looked down on each other were forced into a blind date. Each discovered that the other was the immoral scoundrel who had poured cold water or thrown rotten tomatoes on him during a game of Fight The Landlord two days prior.

Now what?

Well, secure a partner first and figure the rest out later.

[1] popular Chinese card game with an online app version.

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斗地主之恋
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12/27/20 tianshumeng c41 (end)
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12/02/20 tianshumeng c29
11/29/20 tianshumeng c28
11/25/20 tianshumeng c27
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Reyleisha
Reyleisha rated it
February 21, 2021
Status: Completed
Rating: 5/5- Aaaah this was so lovely! Sweet and healthy even if they started off as the best of enemies they really were the best of lovers by the end.

I liked both characters but especially the personalities and strong themes of communication and mutual respect. This author really writes these mature and respectful themes really well and for a short story this was done well, even if it wasn’t perfect.

It was a really pleasant ride with enough of everything to make it feel wholesome and enjoyable.

Highly recommend reading this!
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Sonialu
Sonialu rated it
February 5, 2021
Status: Completed
A very beautiful written piece of work. Has been a long time since I've read a novel that can adequately show the sadness of reality, pain of the truth yet the happiness of encounter and joy of finding love.

The plot line is excellent where everything falls into place following logic and great sense. Likewise, character building is also very well done, especially with our main couple going through thick and thin but eventually supporting one another with their purest emotions and undying companionship. Some side couples are also quite noteworthy... more>> and cute in their interactions. A lot of side characters in the novel can be seen to have their own story - especially the MC's best friend - a pitiful soul yet makes one admire them for their outlook on life and determination to go forward.

All in all, the translator did a fantastic job allowing this novel to really come across in it's truest form with barely any language barriers hence further improving the quality of read. The author also really knows how to tease the readers from time to time which you'll be able to see throughout the story.

Definitely highly recommending this to everyone of all ages. This novel has really changed my outlook on life even if it's a little bit, and I'm sure it can also change yours to some degree as well 😉 Enjoy reading~ <<less
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jianguooo
jianguooo rated it
January 7, 2021
Status: Completed
I really liked this novel because it felt adult while successfully emanating the whole “first love, true love” feeling. The characters are weirdly inconsistent at times (usually for small things) and it adds a dissonance to the story but it doesn’t take much away. I think because of this forgetfulness in storytelling it makes the characters seem a little fragile and hard to tell apart because they sort of talk the same as well? Idk maybe the concept of “the longer you love someone the closer you become” is just... more>> super prevalent in this book lol

They're really cute though and it’s a short read so why not? <<less
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Angel921
Angel921 rated it
December 31, 2020
Status: Completed
So so good. I highly recommend this short novel. Although it may seem short, it reads definitely better then alot of long written novels.

There are so much things going on in here. There is friendship, pain, hints of darkness. But there is also so much love, loyalty and happiness. The MC and ML took us for a ride. I love love the payback. It was so satisfying. From beginning to end, this story felt completed and it gave me such happy closure. Unlike alot of stories. I'm so glad to... more>> have found it. <<less
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Ouryane00
Ouryane00 rated it
December 29, 2020
Status: Completed
Definitely love this novel!!! Definitely worth the read!!!

For me, this isn’t the fluffy novel that makes you squeal but you’ll be fead with the kind of dog food that makes your legs go weak!

I was hesitant to read this at first but I’m glad I did
Spoiler

I wish there was more scenes or chapters on how they developed feelings for each other but it’s still a really good read, makes me want to fall in love lol

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earlgreyt
earlgreyt rated it
December 28, 2020
Status: Completed
Well-written, compact story.

Characters are very vivid, excellent dialogue, especially between MC and ML. These characters are not cookie-cutter and the dialogue is especially entertaining because of that.

A bit slice-of-life; no overarching nemesis, but rather about the personal journey of the MC (searching for freedom and a safe harbor).

A logical and mature world outlook. Sweet and fluffy overall.
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twobada
twobada rated it
December 28, 2020
Status: --
Straightforward, sweet, healthy, and mature. No toxic cliches and brain-dead plot holes.

This is from the author of Golden Stage - one of the best, if not the best completed danmei novel here - so it's realistic yet fanciful enough, sweet yet refreshing, with every word and sentence just enough. Each chapter is not a chapter too short nor a chapter too long.

Definitely one of those healing novels you can re-read to believe again in romance and love.
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damnmei
damnmei rated it
October 27, 2023
Status: Completed
This is such a unique novel, by both premise and also in characters themselves! Both the leads are subtle trope subversions, and it's quite refreshing to see them not follow the usual pattern. Sun Zinan subverts the cold president tsundere type by actually having a quite straightforward personality without much of a cold front at all, and he falls for the ML surprisingly quickly. Tang Kai as well subverts the protagonist with a difficult past who has risen above trope, as he is actually from a supportive family and hasn't... more>> really experienced much hardship in his life. He's also super buff for a nerd, which is always fun.

I expected an enemies to lovers arc but these two are at most annoyances to lovers, and they get together very quickly. The bickering is cute and the dogfood is plentiful. A pretty quick read, but it's a fun time! Not too much plot, but it's short enough that it doesn't really need much except the romance. I'll be honest though, I got bored by the last few chapters and had to power through because it's against my personal policy to leave just a few chapters left unread. <<less
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LH_12
LH_12 rated it
October 10, 2023
Status: Completed
heartwarming short story about a strange, bickering, but loving couple. MC is a serious businessman who is professional, has past trauma, and adores teasing ML. ML is a proud, cold, and aloof professor whose image will soon crumble before his beloved. The story itself is so simple and short; it is mostly focused on MC and ML's relationship, but the characters are well-rounded, and the author is extremely talented, so much so that a simple plot became a wonderful story. Both MC and ML's backstories and characteristics are very interesting;... more>> reading about their interactions and relationship development was pure joy. There were some heartbreaking moments as well as small misunderstandings, but when one has a loved one's support, everything is bearable. Because of MC and ML's relationship, even those kinds of scenes were interesting to read. But most of the time, I was laughing. I enjoyed every second spent reading this brilliant novel. It truly warmed my heart. It was cute and sweet. The translation is also very good, so I hope other readers will give this novel a chance. Especially if they have already read Golden Stage, there was a small surprise.

PS: I think the synopsis is a bit misleading. Maybe it is my fault and it was me who misunderstood, but I thought it would be a silly story about teenagers. I didn't expect that this story would be about two mature people and would have depth. I just read it because I adore the golden stage. I am glad that I read it. <<less
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Kerry976
Kerry976 rated it
January 9, 2023
Status: c30
First impressions can be so deceiving...

The first encounter between our MC and ML was full of gunpowder.

ML appeared childish, hard to get along with, and cold.

... more>> Yet, as the story progressed, I was dumbfounded by his constant flirting, shamelessness, and childish banter. He was so cute, I wish, I could have him. Ahem.

MC, on the other hand, is honest, indulgent with ML, and a good cook.

They are just so perfect for each other.

The story has a plot... but, the focus is on their relationship. Being short and mature, there isn't much drama.

There's trauma, family issues, and insecurity. But, they are not as prominent as other novels. We know those things exist in MC's life, and that's it. They are barely given any attention.

The fluff is well-written. One of the best I've read. But, even drugs lose effect after continuous use.

Dropped at chapter 30. <<less
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ricoerrr
ricoerrr rated it
May 22, 2022
Status: Completed
characters:

mc: sun zinan

ml: tang kai

summary: ... more>>
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MC and ML are set up on a blind date arranged by mc's dad, with the intention of tying them in a marriage of convenience. Their first impressions were rough as they were previously acquainted after a business proposal had gone sour (and mortal enemies on a dou di zhu app). But they warm up to each other after a handful of dates and decide to make it official. Mc's dad is pushing for marriage and MC realizes that it was because their family business got caught in a scandal and ml's dad, a government official, could block the potential fallout. MC breaks off from his family realizing hes been a pawn the whole time and plots revenge against his father and siblings who were abusive to him since childhood. He then starts his own company, moves in with ml, and they get married.

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thoughts

very cute and very simple romance. Their mutual dislike of each other doesnt drag out for too long and their eventual mutual attraction feels both natural and sweet. Theres a bit of dog blood as expected of Rich People Family Politics (tm) but its not angsty and doesnt drag terribly.

both sun zinan and tang kai are accomplished people in their own right and that makes them seem cold and unapproachable BUT they are in fact very awkward and inexperienced in the romance department and prone to all the mistakes a first love can make. They arent immune to childishness and jealousy and huge misunderstandings and the 'love rival' arc was a hilarious proof of that lol

+tbf I thought sun zinan was going to be gong but hot muscle professor is smth I can get behind too (*•̀ᴗ•́*) و ̑̑

+story didnt feature dou di zhu as much as I thought it would : ( <<less
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Kassandra
Kassandra rated it
February 15, 2022
Status: Completed
A sweet, cute story.

I love the main protagonists. Their love just came strongly to me.

It was a light read, yet very nice. Worth reading.

Definitely ecommended.
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hatenotlove
hatenotlove rated it
August 10, 2021
Status: Completed
Too much fluff, I got diabetes from how sickeningly sweet this was.
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nkai
nkai rated it
August 7, 2021
Status: Completed
It's sooo good! Although it's short but I enjoyed reading it. The MC and ML balanced each other very well. Such an adorable couple.
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mallowmochi
mallowmochi rated it
July 9, 2021
Status: Completed
I really love this couple. They are so funny and lovely. The side CP too, hoped they had an extra.
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Captain k
Captain k rated it
June 15, 2021
Status: --
Cute and fluffy. Loved the simple plot and the relationship between MC and ML. Translation was amazing 👍👍. The effect of most of the good novels decrease due to bad translation. Good work 💖
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Misa07
Misa07 rated it
May 22, 2021
Status: Completed
I am usually not a big fan of short novels, especially one this short. But oh my god, this is just so much fluff. I expected it to be a bit slow to start but it picks up momentum real quick.

The characters are well written, I mean, not as great as I've seen others, but for a forty chapter novel with such a simple plot (I don't mean simple plots are bad btw, I love simple plots as much as I love plot intensive novels), they're real good ones.

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The "arranged marriege" thing is kinda a scam though lol they don't even get married in the novel. Nonetheless, it still is a very beautiful story

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The CP is very interesting. The way they talk, the way they support each other, it's so adorable to see.

The only fault I could find in this novel is that it gets kinda of slow towards the end? I cannot explain it properly but the beginning was a blast, and it keeps the rising momentum till the middle, but it doesn't rise up after that. It doesn't go down, but it doesn't go up either so it doesn't give you that burst of joy anymore.

Nonetheless, it's definitely worth a read, and I did enjoy this novel <<less
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XianYiXi
XianYiXi rated it
May 8, 2021
Status: Completed
Rating: 4.8

This is the first time I am so satisfied with a short novel........ except for... more>>
Spoiler

the only regrettable thing is that we didn't get to see them get Marriage even at the end

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This is a journey of Arranged Marriage turning into a Love Marriage.

I really loved the relationship development between our main CP. It was mixture of sweet, childish, healthy and realistic.

Love the face slapping moment toh. It was such a nice feel.

As for Side CP..... I felt their relationship kinda rushed.

Also, It was so nice to see the golden stage side CP..... it would have been nice if we got to see the main cp too as I really want to know their story in AU.

Lastly, thanks to the translator for translating this novel. <<less
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Da_An77
Da_An77 rated it
April 29, 2021
Status: Completed
This novel is pure fluff. The CP will make you miserable with how single you are. Even though Fight the Landlord is adapted from Golden Stage, the concept is different while still maintaining the same issues with less drama. The CP's relationship is a mature one. I am truly enjoying the development of their feelings toward each other. They can bicker like a child, but at the same time they never hide their attraction with one of another. There aren't any long term misunderstanding since they communicate as soon as... more>> they feel it is necessary. I think it's a pretty good read for such a short story. <<less
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AdventurousKat
AdventurousKat rated it
March 30, 2021
Status: Completed
A very wholesome and fluffy novel. Not much angst, wich was great! The couple is perfect together and their love is natural, steady and unproblematic. I love to read about more mature characters!

The novel was written by the same author who wrote Golden Stage, you should check that out too! Thanks to the translators, they did an amazing job.
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