After the Little Crybaby Enters the Nightmare Cycle

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Chi Nan was the young man in one of the Top 10 forbidden paintings, the Crying Boy. It was said that he would bring disaster, so his memories were sealed and his soul was locked in the painting.

One day, Chi Nan entered the body of a blind young master who died accidentally. The young master was the owner of this forbidden painting. However, Chi Nan had stayed in the painting for a long time. He lost the happiness and sadness of human beings. The only emotion he could show on his face was: tears.

Chi Nan made three wishes to the gods: regain his vision, stop crying and get his memories back.

Thus, he was invited into the world of terror, the Nightmare Cycle. Break the nightmares to gain points and grant his wishes.

Ordinary players: Ahhh, it is terrible! I want to wake up!

Meanwhile, Chi Nan moved through the nightmares, grabbing small skeletons at the crane machine in the amus**ent park at midnight, building ice sculptures with corpses in a snowy country’s mass grave and dancing with a fierce ghost in a life-threatening waltz until dawn.

The dreams were really good. There were endless games, ghosts who tried to amuse him and a mysterious boss who sent him good medicine every day.

Chi Nan cried happily but when he cried, the ghosts of the world trembled.

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The owner of the body was called You Yu and he suspected that he didn’t die accidentally. In order to understand the truth behind his death and be reborn in his body, he sold his soul to the world called the ‘Nightmare Cycle.’ He became the dream maker behind the scenes, conscientiously creating dreams of terror.

He didn’t expect that he would meet his body in the infinite nightmare he created with his own hands. The user of the body was a bigshot who loved to shed tears. This person was diligent in going through the instances to earn points and restore vision for him.

Thus, You Yu secretly added the sweetest honey to medicine and sent it to Chi Nan at midnight every day. So why did the little crybaby cry again after drinking it?

Associated Names
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Sau Khi Túi Khóc Nhỏ Tiến Vào Thế Giới Ác Mộng
小哭包进入噩梦循环以后
小哭包進入惡夢循環以後
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Rollandx
Rollandx rated it
August 3, 2023
Status: Completed
The sense of horror is good, the scariest arc in my opinion is the Candleman arc. The plot is also OK, although the romance development was quite fast, but overall it was good and systematic. I just want to know more about the real world (and our little streamer) but it is not discussed further.
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GhostFlute
GhostFlute
July 6, 2023
Status: Completed
Another novel that I didn't expect to enjoy nearly as much as I did!

Due to the summary spoilering that MC is op, the scary parts weren't really scary. GRanted, when the protagonist is involved, scary parts don't make me fear for their life per se, but I do fear that they'll get maimed or suffer great consequences. A logical consequence of being emotionally attached to something that's going through difficult situations. But since MC in this novel never goes through difficult scenes physically (it's another thing emotionally), I never really... more>> got into the horro parts, nor empathised with MC. I was very attached to the ML though!

This said, I still did enjoy this story. It's creative, it brings together a nice cast of itneresting types of characters, it has its serious moments and its funny moments and the balance between the two is very good.

I'd heartily recommend it. <<less
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hotgirlelias
hotgirlelias rated it
July 6, 2023
Status: --
(mild spoilers ahead)

sickening read.

the aesthetic is so insane in this novel. Dream makers, dream god, protagonist being a forbidden painting, railway station to dream city, nightmare instances, sleepwalkers. The perfection of this concept, esp that spin on narcissistic selfcest or twin*est for one moment whatever it would be called, aye I enjoy this novel. Very muchhh <3

it is very good at maintaining a horror atmosphere, well to be completely honest, it's more that the instance's atmosphere is supposedly horrific but since there is no thrill of active danger... more>> (for the protagonist) considering some plot points and the protagonist monotone personality, I thought it wouldn't be interesting enough to hold my attention but oh boy I was so wrong, it's more abt the overarching mystery than anything else which was very interesting. And the instances are written really well, the gore was pretty good and the puzzle of an instance relying on proper interesting logic to be solved rather than some bullsh*t luck was refreshing to read.

after chi nan and you yu's first meet, I realised the aesthetic of their relationship and the world has already caught my attention anyway. I loved the prey and predator dynamic of theirs in the beginning esp with that 'only I can make u cry and appreciate your tears' + 'only with your eyes open wide, u can enjoy the fear I created' like !!! The main characters personalities adds a sensual flavour to this whole fear set up nd it made the aesthetics of the setting stand out even more!

i liked how the fundamental aspect of a nightmare instance is fear but considering the fact that the protagonist is [redacted]/top 10 forbidden painting whose fear value is 0, I felt like a bystander observing and experiencing the 'horror'. The change in such pace of the horror made it out to be a really unique and relaxing experience. Ik op protags with monotone personality who wins horror instances are pretty common but thankfully this novel has op (?) protagonist with a monotone personality who wins the horror instance (flavoured version) :) so I very much enjoyed it!

the plot is pretty insane and comes full circle (ha lmao, spoiler?) but I liked the logistics of time paradox and everything being tied up with a neat bow well. The premise had an aesthetic to deliver and it delivered that. Im fully satisfied with the horror + dynamic of the protagonists, it was fun.

tho I feel like the novel could have done more, I wouldn't mind reading more of the world. There was a lot of potential for even more of a rich world and the author promised to deliver certain things but never did like I want to know about a lot of things. Like there could have been more arcs of those lesbians, I want to know what happened to that trans girl, and that horror streamer. I wish this novel had a fandom lmao, there r a good amount of things in this world waiting to be explored. <<less
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cherryb379
cherryb379 rated it
April 12, 2023
Status: Completed
It was pretty good... I really liked it.... as usual Rainbow mushroom translations did an amazing job.... this story gave me pretty strong vibes of global examination... but this has a unique storyline... but still the author could have written one extra regarding Hei Chan... he was my most fav character in this book... that person is a gem... people who get him as their frends should be proud.... I really wanted to see him still remember everything after going bak and hosting his own cooking channel... that wud have... more>> been great.... but still amazing story.... thanking the author and the translator for bringing us this piece of gem.💎🙏 <<less
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SalamiSammich
SalamiSammich rated it
February 16, 2023
Status: --
A really well made main character that is pure, righteous, and full of good morals! ML is cool but I want MC to myself huehue...

This novel is a sci-fi adventure that takes you through many nightmares and capitalizes on the readers ability to feel empathy and fear.

I would say this novel is half romance and half fantasy/sci-fi, so if you're looking for something that doesn't focus entirely on love, then this is the story for you!
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auroraRMC
auroraRMC rated it
February 1, 2023
Status: Completed
Quite an interesting piece of work. One of the rare stories where there's very little relationship progression even in the extras, but I feel somewhat satisfied. After all, the MC and ML have basically been stuck together at the hip for like 3/4 of the story. Arcs have a creepy vibe but the MC is so OP that there's very little sense of fear due to his incongruity with the scene. Gives the horror vibes a comedic tinge which I appreciate. The whole ending plot is very confusing and I... more>> suck at figuring out circular time paths so I kinda understand and kinda don't, but I do feel bad for number 9 for waiting his whole life like that. Feels depressing. Would have appreciated a few more chapters in the ending to clear everything up even more and make it more grounded, but things were tied up pretty well. <<less
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ZeyFletcher
ZeyFletcher rated it
January 13, 2023
Status: Completed
It is good. I like how I got to really experience how their feelings develop. I thought I wouldn't like MC cause he would be too emotionless and boring, but he wasn't, I really liked him. ML was also cool, and I can also feel his feelings, if you know what I mean, he's not just there to be an ML to the MC but he has a story of his own, and it's something good. The instances were also nice, tho to be fair, I do want something a... more>> bit more different, but it was still fun.

Spoiler

I actually haven't finished this, just because I was no longer in the mood, , but I stopped close to the ending, chap 119

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Anissia
Anissia rated it
December 26, 2022
Status: Completed
Perfect. The world building, the characterization, the plot, everything is very much well thought through by the author, this novel feels complete, there is thriller, horror, mystery, angst, fluff, it is a whole rollercoaster with no loopholes, especially the plot, I was expecting some questions to be left unanswered, or some plot holes or maybe some plot armor that I wouldn't like, but to my surprise, (a pleaseant surprise) I fell in love with the plot, world building and the characters wholeheartedly. No questions left unanswered, no sceptism, just... more>> full on enjoyed the ride to the end. Recommended<3. <<less
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Queen_of_Chaos000
Queen_of_Chaos000 rated it
November 23, 2022
Status: Completed
Amazing, Amazing, absolutely Amazing!

Everything was messy yet beautiful and the scattered pieces fell into place at last perfectly. YY and CN are destined and fated.

All the arcs in the novels were enjoyable and the MC is a badass cutie while our ML is slightly crazy.

I loved the beginning, enjoyed the middle, and adored the end!! Everything is perfect and this has one of the best unlimited-flow novel ending ever!!
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Moocakey
Moocakey rated it
November 14, 2022
Status: c127
If you're into horror, unlimited flow arcs then this novel is a must. OP MC and the ML is like the proctor of exams who waltzes in and helps out the MC now and then. Really nice development of feelings from the MC as he is not used to 'being chased' due to his special situation. The remaining chapters tells the MC's story and the novel loop closes. Wish there were more stories of the MC's first friend Hei Cha as he was one of the better developed side characters.
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earlgreyt
earlgreyt rated it
November 3, 2022
Status: Completed
Really cute! Another top notch novel completed by RainbowTurtle.

Quality is fantastic as always~

I do like thriller / infinite flow / especially with a pretty strong MC. MC and ML have a super interesting dynamic, I've definitely not seen the like before (it was pretty rewarding to go in without having any idea).

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Spoiler

Many jokes about narcissism incoming.

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This story is good if you like mysteries and it's less about horror because MC is super OP and doesn't really get scared by anything. Also his ways of solving the instances are super fun and creative.

Everyone else gets scared but MC (and ML) are like chill haha

One thing is that the author tries to explain

Spoiler

some of the issues with the bugs in the plot and what happened with the nightmare realm, but the result felt a bit more handwavy and more of an effort to make the MC less OP, so it wasn't that believable but... an attempt was made at least.

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Ouryane00
Ouryane00 rated it
October 27, 2022
Status: c32
The connection between the MC and ML is very interesting. It makes me really curious as to what will happen when the ML knows who MC is and vice versa.

Although I am very interested in that ^, I was expecting this novel to be scary but I was disappointed. The arcs felt dull to me.

This is actually somewhat similar to another BL novel (Supernatural Movie Actor App) and that was quite intense so maybe that’s the reason why I had expectations about this novel.

Maybe also because I’ve been binge reading... more>> unlimited flow novels recently so this just kinda pales in comparison to those other novels for me.

Spoiler

Note to self: To reread? Nah

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dwagonfut
dwagonfut rated it
October 26, 2022
Status: Completed
Aaaaa I need more of this!!

The story is really great, with some horror elements and gore, but there's also many fluff, cute, and mystery solving scenes.

The MC is so cute and lovely, the ML is quite a tease and mischievous with a dark past, and I think they are perfect for each other.

Really recommended!!
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ReiMinu
ReiMinu rated it
November 20, 2021
Status: c19
As you can see. I'm only on ch 19 rn, so I'm not gonna start judging stuff. NAd I can't handle mtl so, nope to that too.

First thing first, the synopsis. It draws one's interest. Well written. And the premise is nice and simple, yet hides a lot of mystery to unpack. And, the cover's pretty so that's a plus.

What I can say rn is that I definitely want more. The obviously 1v1 couple, the cheeky yet helpful in time ML, and the cute, cute, cute, adorable MC with proper... more>> brains. What adds to the plus is the, umm, author's note at the end of chapters, which are, quite yellow.

Spoiler

f*ck this sh*t I'm not good with words. I love their cute interaction! Chi Nan x Squid (could I expect some tentacle play? No? Ok.)

Chi Nan x You Yu ftw. And Hei Cha is pretty dope for a friend. It was really a pity for Cheng Xu tho. Go read this! It is quite good with the horror, cheers to the translator for that, it is creepy yet doesn't leave you scared.

But obviously if you wanted some real horror, as far as I read, this isn't the story for you.

Tldr. This is a story of Chi Nan steamrolling through the Nightmare Cycle and having fun with his boyfriends!

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