Not Divorced Today [Transmigration Novel]

Shen Qingran, a spoiled and lazy young master from a wealthy modern family, falls asleep reading a transmigration novel titled Transmigration: The Top-Tier Farm Girl. Upon waking, he discovers he has transmigrated into the body of the novel’s cannon-fodder female antagonist, who shares his name. This character is a man disguised as a woman, married off to a veteran named Li Feng to settle a family debt. The original owner was gluttonous, lazy, and promiscuous, having squandered all the household’s resources on idle villagers before dying of mushroom poisoning. Shen Qingran finds himself in a dire situation: his husband, Li Feng, is returning home in two days after discovering his wife’s true nature and seeking a divorce. Shen Qingran must survive in this harsh ancient world while hiding his secret identity as a man.

Li Feng is not the ordinary veteran described in the novel but a high-ranking general named Xue Feifeng, who is faking his death to escape political persecution by the Crown Prince. Xue Feifeng returns to the village with a severe leg injury, relying on crutches. Shen Qingran, terrified of being abandoned and left to starve, drastically changes his behavior. He becomes submissive, helpful, and attentive, hoping to win Xue Feifeng’s favor. He cleans the house, cooks meals, and even buys a wheelchair for Xue Feifeng using his dowry bracelets. Despite his initial incompetence in manual labor and cooking, Shen Qingran’s genuine efforts and pitiful appearance begin to soften Xue Feifeng’s hostility.

The village is hostile toward Shen Qingran due to rumors spread by neighbors like Cai Shi, who accuse him of promiscuity and wasting resources. Shen Qingran faces bullying from villagers who steal his crops and mock his weakness. However, Xue Feifeng begins to protect him, intervening when Shen Qingran is harassed. A pivotal moment occurs when Shen Qingran accidentally serves bitter, poisonous bottle gourd to Xue Feifeng, causing the general to fall ill. Xue Feifeng, suspecting poison but realizing it was an accident, treats Shen Qingran with unexpected kindness. This incident deepens their bond, with Shen Qingran becoming increasingly devoted to caring for Xue Feifeng’s health and well-being.

Shen Qingran learns basic survival skills, such as farming and incubating chicks, with guidance from Aunt Zhang, a kind neighbor. He also discovers that Xue Feifeng is involved in military and political affairs, as evidenced by secret meetings with his subordinates. Shen Qingran overhears conversations about the Crown Prince’s betrayal and the ongoing war, realizing the danger Xue Feifeng is in. Despite his fear, Shen Qingran decides to stay by Xue Feifeng’s side, using his modern knowledge and business acumen to support him. He plans to wait for the novel’s female protagonist, who possesses a Breeding Station System, to arrive in the village and learn agricultural techniques that could revolutionize the region.

As Shen Qingran adapts to his new life, he struggles with the physical demands of labor and the social stigma of his past reputation. His relationship with Xue Feifeng evolves from suspicion to mutual dependence. Xue Feifeng begins to trust Shen Qingran, allowing him into his private quarters and sharing his burdens. Shen Qingran, in turn, becomes determined to protect Xue Feifeng from the political threats looming over him. The story sets the stage for Shen Qingran to navigate the complexities of ancient village life, manage his growing affection for Xue Feifeng, and potentially alter the course of the novel’s plot by leveraging his modern perspective and skills.