Another example is 'To Live'. The relationship between Fugui and his wife Jiazhen has moments of ambiguity. Throughout their difficult lives, there are times when their relationship is strained by poverty, loss, and social upheaval. Their feelings for each other are complex and not always straightforward, which reflects the ambiguity in the relationship as depicted in the novel.
In Chinese novels, ambiguous relationships often add an element of mystery and allure. For example, in some period dramas, the relationship between the male and female protagonists may start with a series of misunderstandings and unspoken feelings. This kind of ambiguous relationship can drive the plot forward, making readers eager to know how it will develop. It may also reflect the complex social and cultural backgrounds of different eras in China, such as the restrictions and taboos on relationships in feudal society.
One example is from 'A Record of Mortal's Cultivation to Immortality'. There are relationships where disciples can be seen as servants in a way to their masters in the cultivation sects. They follow their master's teachings and instructions.
One example could be 'The Catcher in the Rye'. The main character Holden Caulfield's actions and thoughts can be seen as ambiguous. His rebellion and disillusionment are not clearly defined as either positive or negative, leaving readers to form their own interpretations. Another is 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'. Charlie's experiences and the events that unfold around him have an element of ambiguity, especially regarding his mental state and how he copes with trauma.
Ambiguity usually refers to a fictional emotion in a work. It does not belong to romantic love or friendship, but a vague and unclear relationship. This kind of emotion often carried a certain hint and temptation, making it difficult for the characters to determine their own feelings. The word "ambiguous" was usually used to describe this emotional state, which meant that it was neither clear nor negative. Similar to " ambiguous feelings ", there were clear emotional states such as " open love " and " secret love ". In literature," ambiguous feelings " often appeared in romance novels, romance novels, and other works to create some mysterious atmosphere between the emotional relationships of the characters so that the readers would be more involved in the story. At the same time,"ambiguous feelings" were often used to create a unique narrative style to make the work more attractive and readable.
Writing about subtle ambiguous relationships in web novels requires a rich imagination and language skills. For details, you can refer to the following suggestions: 1. Create interactions between multiple characters to create misunderstandings and speculations among the readers, thus creating a subtle ambiguous atmosphere. 2. Use vague language and adjectives such as " somewhat familiar "," something seems wrong ", etc. to cause misunderstandings and guesses. 3. Add some seemingly unrelated details in the plot, such as a smile, a chance encounter, etc., to arouse the reader's curiosity and speculation. 4. Use the character's personality and background to create a subtle ambiguous relationship. For example, one is gentle and kind, one is bold and unruly, one is smart, one is stupid and cute, etc. 5. Set up some unexpected events in the plot, such as a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding encounter, etc., to trigger the interaction and emotional changes between the characters to deepen the subtle ambiguous relationship. Subtle ambiguous relationships required the use of rich imagination and language skills to find the most suitable writing style and method through constant trial and error.
To write an ambiguous relationship novel, first create complex characters. Each character should have their own motives, desires, and insecurities. For example, a character might be attracted to someone but also be held back by past traumas or current obligations. Then, build a setting that can either enhance or complicate the relationships. A small town where everyone knows everyone's business can add pressure and secrecy to an ambiguous relationship. Also, use dialogue that is filled with subtext. Characters might say one thing but mean another, leaving the reader to decipher their true feelings.
When I saw this question, I couldn't help but think of a novel called " Uncle Bamboo Horse's Deep Love Is Silent." The male protagonist of this book is very similar to you. He is the childhood friend of the female protagonist. The age difference between the two is very large, but the female protagonist loves him deeply, and the male protagonist has always hidden his feelings for her. The situation between the two of you may be more complicated than in the novel, but I think the male protagonist in this novel is worth learning from. Even if you can't be together, at least you have to be honest with each other's feelings. Don't hide or avoid them. At the same time, you have to respect the other party's choice. If she doesn't want to respond to your love, you have to accept it. I hope my answer can help you. I wish you both happiness.
One example is the character of Ximen Qing in 'Jin Ping Mei'. His hubris is shown in his unrestrained pursuit of pleasure and his disregard for moral and social norms. He thinks he can get away with anything due to his wealth and power, but his actions ultimately lead to his downfall. Another example could be in 'A Dream of Red Mansions' where Xue Pan is full of hubris. He often uses his family's influence to bully others and doesn't take responsibility for his actions, which causes trouble for himself and his family in the long run.
In the two novels," The Godly Doctor's General Marries " and " What's the Matter with Rouge?", there was an ambiguous relationship between the protagonist and Guanyin.
One such web novel could be 'Fifty Shades of Grey'. It has an ambiguous relationship between the two main characters, Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey. Their relationship is complex, filled with power dynamics, passion, and a lot of emotional turmoil.