Even if you become an animal, you have to serve an iron rice bowl
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Synopsis
After dying in a shooting, Shen Qiu is reincarnated as a cat. Rather than seeking a quiet life, he utilizes his instincts to assist the Criminal Investigation Brigade, eventually cycling through various animal forms to serve in diverse public service roles. This novel reads like a cozy, episodic career fantasy, leaning heavily into the non-human protagonist and transmigration tropes. It is ideal for readers who enjoy wholesome stories centered on duty and animal antics, while those seeking high-stakes drama or a plot where the lead regains human form should skip it. The pacing is steady and structured around the protagonist's shifting roles, with the standout quality being its unique commitment to the 'iron rice bowl' theme of stable government employment across multiple species.
📚 Chapters (180 total)
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Editorial Review
The novel offers a refreshing take on the rebirth genre by focusing on professional duty rather than typical power fantasies. Its greatest strength lies in the imaginative progression of roles, moving the protagonist from a police cat to a customs kiwi, which keeps the environment dynamic over its 180 chapters. However, the episodic nature of these transitions is also a weakness; the narrative risks stagnation in character development since the lead remains an animal throughout. While categorized as BL, the romantic elements appear to take a backseat to the professional aspirations of the protagonist. Overall, it is a competent, lighthearted read that delivers a consistent, if predictable, experience from start to finish.