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[Yao Yao, if it’s you, how would you go about dating a professional gamer?] Tong Yao thought for a moment, before earnestly responding — —

If it was me, I wouldn’t date a professional gamer. If I had that kind of patience, then I might as well use it to get into Tsinghua University or Beijing University.

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(รัก)ยิ้มของเธอ
Falling into your smile
Ni Wei Xiao Shi hen Mei
你微笑时很美
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yunalisa
yunalisa rated it
September 15, 2020
Status: c191
Do not read this novel if you believe in copyright/originality or against plagiarism.

The novel itself is not bad at first glance. I liked it too, in fact, so much that I went to read up about the author and work in Chinese. I was surprised to see that it has a poor reception on Chinese sites. As I dug deeper, I understood why. There's a lot of controversies especially plagiarism from other novels (with hardly anything changed in the original), the author admitting and afterward, denying that the characters were... more>> modeled after real-life esports players because they were portrayed negatively later on. Esports fans were able to identify these professional players because the author used unique real-life incidents of the players' experiences in the story. It's almost like a romantic fanfiction between real-life esports players at some point.

That said, it's just a romance novel so it's understandably unrealistic when it comes to players' lifestyle. In fact, Lu Sicheng's routine is highly unrealistic since the novel hardly depicted him practicing and brushed off his performance without consistent upkeep as his natural talent. The only realistic portions are that the focal point incidents did happen in real life and the author used them in this novel. Just treat it as a form of entertainment. Even the drama's casting idols only for the visual appeal. I just want to provide a different perspective. This novel is not representative of the real esports world. <<less
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Shortk
Shortk rated it
March 31, 2020
Status: c31.5
I really hope this gets better because I would never put up with this shit. He's a d*ck who's considerate sometimes. rubs face* The comments he makes are borderline verbal ab*se, the constant putdowns as "teasing" (is it? Idk even know because it's not like he ever acknowledges he said anything wrong except by "making up" for it by doing some random other nice thing / which just is a normal decent thing to do & doesn't make him better... imo) compared to her honest compliments of him is really... more>> annoying. I don't think at this point he has said anything nice about her actually. Even once. Maybe that's not his love language. That's fine but uh doing the opposite constantly is not a healthy "love language" for any relationship anyways. I'm triggered. No one should put up with this. I just don't agree with this "teasing" god. Teasing. Ugh it's just so unequal right now imo between the two. Am I insane? What is so cute about the ML at all (looking at comments) ? I don't get it. He's borderline always indifferent. Even if he's "not". Ugh I want to believe in this book but I can't? Y'all out here making excuses and speculations for his behavior only bc y'all know he's rich, handsome, skilled, and the expected endgame. But none of that reeks of good bf material to me..

By 31.5, I feel like I'm crazy if the book's logic and even the readersr comments on what
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luo did and the ""full picture" of why he started the fight as a wholesome protectors somehow releives him of any fault??

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& y'all are like "yeah he's not in the wrong, he was just young and impulsive" / "aw" and even the teammates being like yes you're not the bad guy because we understand the whole dtory now... is like to me: what? IM FAILING TO UNDERSTAND THIS LOGIC?? Hello? He's still at fault. He's still the bad guy. He's still dumb. I must be a terrible person because I don't understand. But I rather be a terrible person.

Apso I keep on reading bc I HOPE FOR REDEMPTION for this novel... But I really don't see it... Any time soon....+-+ <<less
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D_Dazzling
D_Dazzling
October 11, 2022
Status: --
Ok, I didn’t thought to leave a review, but after seeing the mean comments, as an author, I thought I should leave my review here.

Many of you say she copied the book with a real-life e-sports player. Of course, she needs to watch e-sports videos, bts, and any more to know more about their life! An author does not have knowledge of all the humans or their works! Authors do not know what happens in the Mafia war or what happens in the OT, but still, they write novels based... more>> on the books, novels or movies which they read and saw!

Do you think writing about e-sports is easy when the author is not from e-sports? It takes hours, days to research on a topic before writing it. We have never been kidnapped by a Mafia king, but we do write about Mafia books by reading books and watching movies. We even need to study a lot about their habits. And the e-sports topic is so hard that a person who never played the game will be torn-off by thinking about a huge plot!

Some are saying she copied it, while some are saying the ML is so good that it’s unrealistic. So even if she uses her imagination to write it, you guys find it unrealistic and when she’s writing a novel from the events she saw her life to make it realistic, you guys are saying she copied it from real life!

What should she do guys? Being an author is not easy. So please do respect it and maybe because of all of your mean comments they’re not making S2 of Falling into your smile..🤧 <<less
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Shadowdrop
Shadowdrop rated it
December 15, 2018
Status: c36 part4
I really love the main leads of the novel!

The female lead has adorable moments, has her own strengths and weaknesses and isn't a "token girl" in the game world. She can be petty, but she never starts arguments "just because", she can be childish and unreasonable, but she admits her mistakes. Even when she falls in love with male lead, her world still revolves around games, her cat and petty grudges. And even though she bickers with ML (and very often it's his fault too), she still respects him as... more>> a player and her captain.

The male lead is surprisingly "human" so far. He is an amazing gamer and he always looks cool in front of his fans, but he isn't that "overbearing-mister-perfect" that is so popular in Chinese novels. And even in the games, he is not a one-man-team. "Perfect is the enemy of good" - but he is not perfect. Instead, he is very, very good. His strengths and weaknesses are very natural and he never feels like a "superior human being" - even if he pretends to be one, when talking to FL. <<less
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auroraRMC
PiCrazy31415 rated it
June 30, 2018
Status: Completed
I frickin love this. Huge TKA vibes, especially bc of the esports plot. I've grown to really enjoy stories about esports, probably bc video games are so prevalent IRL. I have many friends who are obsessed with LoL, and while I don't know much at all about the game, I don't really need to. I love that the FL is a pro gamer, and that she was a really strong girl, both mentally and in terms of gaming skill. Being the only girl in a competitive space is difficult, something... more>> I've also experienced a lot in my math competition days. The pressure and need to be better is pretty intense, even when it's not explicitly or intentionally made to be that way. I think TY really experienced that, and she was able to succeed, something that I find really important in supporting girls everywhere. I personally can't really relate to the FL's petite kindergartener vibe, but I'm sure that only compounded her problems. Sigh.

The ML is a somewhat OP, possessive, jealous, etc alpha, and I love the interactions between the FL and ML, a lot of fluff there in the later half of the story. Though I would have liked a more explicit buildup of feelings between the ML and FL (I kind of thought it was happening but I couldn't really see too many signs) esp since the ML is frickin tsundere lmao (though tooth-achingly mushy when he wants to be). HOWEVER. I'm very angry now after finishing the 191 chapters bc there's no epilogue?? Why does the story just end when they win? Hello? Isn't this story like half romance? You gotta show me their happy families! We didn't even get to meet the ML and FL's parents! What's going on here?? I was seriously frustrated by this frickin ending. You can't just give me a spoiler about what the ML wants to do for the rest of their lives and not actually write out some sort of HEA after the win! Pls!

Sigh. I would still seriously recommend this story for the romcom and esports vibes, though don't expect to get diabetes epilogues, unfortunately. <<less
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YoriMei
YoriMei
April 24, 2021
Status: —
It’s alright, but since I know the controversy behind this story, my feelings are kinda bias so I’m not really gonna rate this one. Since the author didn’t copy from another story they technically didn’t plagiarize, but I disapprove of someone just sitting down and writing everything that happened in an actually eSports match and then saying they came up with it. Also, even the title was an actual username that an eSports player used and it was in reference to his exgirlfriend who he was still with at that... more>> time; it’s kinda rude just taking it and making it your own isn’t it?

If you don’t know the controversy:

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Basically, the author of “You’re beautiful when you smile” had based a lot of the book on actual eSports teams, even writing down what happens in actual matches or events and passing it their own writing. They were called out on it but refused to admit that they based any of the characters on eSports players/teams and gathered a lot of hatred later on when they portrayed these characters negatively which slandered players in the eyes of Chinese eSports fans.

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heyimagination
heyimagination rated it
June 27, 2021
Status: c155
I... She was threatened and restrained... This would have been such a good place to input how scary it is for women in male dominated fields, or just being a woman in general and PTSD but its all ignored for what? A "cute" scene between leads and no question about why outside of the initial event... And, like, ML calls her "Little girl" as a way to flirt? And just physically moves her around (straight up lifts her as if she were 3)

... more>>
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She bit some other teams jungler when he restrained her. Which leads her into getting in trouble with the captain (the ML) of her team.

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I know this is supposed to be a light fluff story, but you cant just put those things in there and then ignore them or act like the character will be fine "because they are strong"

Its also ablest and fatphobic af, and has hate for Korean people just sprinkled in and its only lightly called out once.

I does some good things in the story, there is character growth, genuine backlash, a decent portrayal of women (this is only added because the MC doesnt feel like a typical "pick me", which I honestly really enjoyed). Sadly to combat the ML is the complete opposite and does feel like a "pick me" and "not all men" type of guy.

Obviously this will only be taken with a grain of salt, but something about feels icky in too many places.

I finished it (the main story) because I really wanted it to get better... He was nicer to her, I guess. <<less
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Lily Noir
Lily Noir rated it
January 28, 2018
Status: c20 part2
This is hilarious. The MC is funny, the ML is funny, their interactions make you choke in laughter. The ML is a total little sh*t though, with a bad temper - which tends to get funny results.
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CookiesandCreamIcecream
CookiesandCreamIcecream rated it
July 14, 2021
Status: c171 part2
Great story! Love this novel as well as the drama. Characters here are amazing. The drama cast is the best. Perfect chemistry of lead roles. Fantastic story with fabulous characters. Drama is also out of this world, very addictive. The lead couple is one-of-a-kind. They deserve more projects together. Their love team chemistry calls for many, many more dramas together. Also hoping for a season 2 of Falling Into Your Smile (FIYS). It’s globally popular. International fans adore the cast and drama is very much supported and well-loved worldwide. Even... more>> the game is gaining popularity and support internationally due to the drama. Truly phenomenal! <<less
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xukais
xukais rated it
March 28, 2020
Status: c84
This is one of my favorite Chinese novels and I'm so glad it's being adapted into a drama. It has just the right amount of e-sports and romance with neither of them overpowering the other element. I long the MC Tong Yao, she's fierce, witty, outspoken and she doesn't take sh*t from anyone. She can be a little annoying at times but overall she's so endearing and likable that you learn to look past it. Then there's the ML Lu Sicheng, I have to say he's one of my favorite... more>> male leads so far. He's not the typical tsundere, he's actually very shameless and c*cky but he's always guiding the MC and doesn't shy away from acknowledging her skills as a gamer. Despite his shamelessness he's also the more mature one in the relationship and isn't just an alpha male for no reason. He's always looking out for MC and doing things to protect her without her knowing, but he's also quite open in flirting with her and asking her out. I hope in the drama adaptation they don't water down this shameless aspect of him like they did with Ye Xiu in The King's Avatar drama. Overall they both bring out the best in each other and you can see them developing over the course of the novel. It's a really cute and refreshing read, even if you're not into LOL or e-sports in general. <<less
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sakirol
sakirol rated it
February 22, 2018
Status: c22 part1
This story is about a girl who joins a Chinese LoL pro team. Her ex is on one of the different teams. So far, the story is great! I love stories where our MC is in e-sports. They're somewhat few and far between.

It comes off a little bit ranty at first because, yes there's a lot of sexism in gaming esp. RTS & FPS, but I doubt any interactions between these type of guys & our MC would end the way they did in the first few chapters. XD

The story... more>> quickly moves on from that to mainly focusing on her new pro life, interactions with the ML, and some nice details about her matches. Once, it got to that point, I died of laughter. The MC and ML's interactions are absolutely gold. I'm grinning ear to ear and holding my stomach through half of the chapters.

There is a fair bit of jargon in it for people who haven't played the game, but I think the novel does a decent job of explaining everything.

So far, so good. I'm really enjoying this. <<less
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nkai
nkai rated it
July 26, 2021
Status: Completed
I love the drama falling into your smile starring cheng xiao and xu kai as well as the chinese novel, honestly whenever I'm watching cdrama that adapted from novel I never read it and this is the first time, the drama and the novel is a whole masterpiece and I love all the characters and got attached to them easily they're so funny, hoping for season 2 of fiys and more chapters to read from the novel! Giving this 5 stars is not enough to described how good and amazing... more>> this is, yall better read and watch the drama as well and you'll never regret it, don't mind the ppl who rated this low and saying negative reviews because of the issue we all have different taste when it comes to reading novels maybe this is just not their cup of tea or bitter because of the popularity of this novel to ppl lol/hj this novel is great and amazing the chemistry and fluff are overflowing. Their relationship are proving to me that I'm single every chapters and will not find someone like lu si cheng lmao. Would recommend if you like e-sports novel too. <<less
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huneybomb
huneybomb rated it
May 30, 2021
Status: Completed
I've finished this novel since last year, and this is still one of my faves. Just ignore other low rate, this one is definitely a gem!! And cant wait for the adaptation drama ver! Xu kai and cheng xiao are the main characters.
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czeihne
czeihne rated it
May 18, 2021
Status: Completed
It made me want to learn how to play LOL. I like how she is small, witty, naive, funny and all that.

I wasn't really into stories revolving into games or the likes but I like this one
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srhth
srhth rated it
October 12, 2020
Status: c107 part1
As everyone else had said this is an absolute gem. Please do not listen to the other negative reviews.

The banter between the characters (main or not) are all hilarious. I have laughed out loud and startled the people around me countless times because of this novel. I shed tears only once or twice. The relationship between the main male lead and the female lead is adorable. The male lead is an example of a mature boyfriend. They are professional when it calls for it and a lovely cringy couple otherwise.... more>> This novel has put me in my highest spirit for the first time in f*cking months.

The English is superb, I have to thank the translator. So hurry up and get reading this. This is amazeballs! <<less
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cosmicpeach
cosmicpeach rated it
December 29, 2019
Status: Completed
5/5

I CAN'T BELIEVE I FORGOT TO LEFT A REVIEW!!

Firstly, I want to tell all of you that this novel is currently MY FAVORITE C-NOVEL! I just loved this novel so much you know... this novel is the best ㅠㅠ

... more>> LET'S START THE REVIEW!!

1. THE PLOT: is very interesting. I mean, everything that have a game/e-sport element is always interesting in my eyes, but because this novel is in romance + youth category, it doubled~tripled!!

2. THE CHARACTERS: wow just wow. Have you ever seen a straightforward-shameless-clever-beautiful-cute-ButNotAPerfect Female Main Character?! Have you ever seen a tsundere-handsome-pe*verted-clever-rich-awesome-charismatic Male Lead?! Have you ever seen MANY HANDSOME MALE CHARACTERS that you can ship with the MC eventhough you know the MC is just for the ML (ML's one and only) ?! Let me tell you my favorite characters:
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our MC Tong Yao, our ML Lu Sicheng, Greedy Wolf, and Lu Yue. OMG YOU WILL LOVE THEM!!

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3. THE NOVEL IS WELL WRITTEN: this novel is PERFECT. The Author knows how to write a youth novel. We can find a lot of shameless but realistic part.

4. MANY LOVE INTERSESTS: you can ship The MC with many Handsome Male Characters!! For me, if it is not our ML Lu Sicheng, I liked Greedy Wolf character! Our second ML, that I don't wanna say his name so you can find out which one is the 2nd ML by yourself, is also a nice character (after so many chapter, I found his character was not that bad. Poor him).

5. THE ENDING: overall it was a happy ending, and just like other e-sport genre,
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the ending is when they are winning the tournament

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I'm hoping the Author will write some side stories though, I want a story of Greedy Wolf and I want to read Tong Yao finally meet with Lu Sicheng's mom HAHA. Nevermind. The ending is good.

6. THE HUMOURS: this novel is hella funny and made my crazy. You'll non-stop laughing while reading this novel, ok, except when they are doing LoL match at tournament. Gosh~ this is my first time reading a youth romance novel that is shameless + humourous + romance at the same time. I already read this novel for the second time and I'm still laughing and smilling like crazy.

7. THIS NOVEL WILL GET A DRAMA ADAPTATION: our Main Casts is WJSN Chengxiao (Tong Yao) & Xukai (Lu Sicheng). They are both beautiful and handsome. I can already imagine the couple~ I'm so excited!! I can't wait to watch the drama!!
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YOU BETTER STAN WJSN, Queen of Cosmic, their songs and MVs are so magical

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7. WARNING BEFORE YOU READ THIS NOVEL: At first I thought this novel was for the innocent young adult, but actually
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you will find many mature content after Chapter 90 of the orginal/raw version. I was shocked (I'm 22, btw). Definitely not for people under 16 but you'll find it funny because they are A FUNNY COUPLE.

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EVERYONE~ YOU MUST READ THIS NOVEL. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!! <<less
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chibiheaven
chibiheaven rated it
December 30, 2017
Status: c18 part2
I've barely started and I'm already hooked. Will update with more detail once I get farther. I have to say though that the pro-scene and League of Legends got me interested, as I've been an avid player since the game came out!

The novel has a lot of game jargon that will probably be confusing along with the game knowledge.
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toyyoda
toyyoda rated it
December 22, 2017
Status: c16 part2
I'd like to encourage people to give this novel a try! It has a refreshing female lead, and her interactions with the male lead are playful and cute. Gaming references are used throughout the novel, but they're explained in a user-friendly way so they can be understood by a wider audience. (But if you happen to like both video games and K-dramas, this is a must-read!)

Edit: I docked one star because some unnecessary drama was added – it would have been more interesting to see the teamwork of an... more>> esports team, or at least some interactions between the leads. I'm sure that the author will be back on track soon though. <<less
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Amsir
Amsir rated it
November 7, 2021
Status: Completed
I have come to read this novel after watching the drama. It was read worth the read. The MC is such a cute naive character. The interaction between the MC and ML is refreshing and sometimes hilarious. Would recommend people to give it a try and read it.
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Njtrisha
Njtrisha rated it
October 4, 2021
Status: --
The. Novel is too good, it took me so many days to finish but I was never bored and I really like all of the characters here, specially I liked the interaction between different teams with FL and ml
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