After The Vicious Cannon Fodder Was Reborn

Okay, let's be real. We all secretly love a good "cannon fodder" story.

You know the type! That poor sap destined to be a stepping stone for the glorious hero?

Reborn and… sassier?

But what happens after they get reborn? That's where the fun REALLY begins, in my (totally unbiased) opinion.

I mean, imagine having to deal with the same annoying protagonist AGAIN.

Here's my take: the reborn cannon fodder has EARNED the right to be a little bit of a jerk.

They died horribly! Probably in some ridiculously cliché way. Give them a break!

Suddenly everyone expects them to be the bigger person? Please.

Let's say it's Jiang Xiaoyu, the destined-to-be-betrayed sidekick. He got betrayed last time, right?

If Jiang Xiaoyu wants to subtly switch out the hero's miracle herb with weeds? I say, go for it!

Maybe add a dash of itching powder to the hero's fancy robes? A perfectly acceptable coping mechanism, I think.

Seriously, the reborn cannon fodder probably has a mental checklist longer than my grocery list.

See the hero approaching with that same charming smile? RUN! That smile is a death flag!

Hear the hero promising eternal friendship? Start writing your will. You know what's coming.

But here's the kicker: They're usually way smarter this time around.

They know the hero's weaknesses. They know the plot twists. They know where all the hidden treasures are.

And let's not forget the sheer comedic gold of watching them use this knowledge to mess with people.

Subtly sabotaging the hero's plans? Check.

Investing in real estate that will be super valuable in the future because of the hero's actions? Double check.

Secretly becoming the strongest cultivator in the world just to spite everyone? A delightful bonus.

I bet Li Mei (another cannon fodder example), will invest heavily on weapons that can block hero's magic.

Look, I'm not saying the reborn cannon fodder should become a full-blown villain.

But a little bit of self-preservation is totally understandable. And entertaining.

Maybe they become the ultimate troll, subtly guiding the hero into embarrassing situations.

Or perhaps they just decide to live a quiet life, far, far away from any Chosen Ones.

And honestly? That's probably the best revenge of all. Living well is the best revenge.

The hero’s gonna be too busy saving the world. They get to relax and enjoy the sunset.

So, next time you see a "reborn as the cannon fodder" story? Root for them to be wonderfully, gloriously petty.

They've earned it, right?

Because, let’s face it, if I was reborn as a character destined to die horribly for someone else's glory? The world better watch out!