Once More With Feeling
by redcigar
"Wei Wuxian wakes up in his teenage body with all his memories intact, determined to save everyone he lost the first time around."
Plot Summary
After his death at the Burial Mounds, Wei Wuxian finds himself back in his sixteen-year-old body, memories of his previous life fully intact. Armed with knowledge of the future, he's determined to prevent the tragedies that destroyed everyone he loved.
But changing fate isn't as simple as it seems, and Wei Wuxian must navigate the complicated politics of the cultivation world while hiding his knowledge and his growing feelings for Lan Wangji.
Full Plot Summary (Contains Spoilers)
Wei Wuxian systematically works to prevent future disasters while struggling not to reveal his knowledge. His relationship with Lan Wangji develops differently this time. Major events are averted or changed, leading to a very different future for everyone.
Why Fans Love This Fic
Time travel fix-it fics are beloved in the MDZS fandom, and this one is praised for its careful plotting and emotional depth.
Main Characters
Wei Wuxian
A time traveler determined to save everyone
Lan Wangji
His soulmate, confused by Wei Wuxian's strange behavior
Jiang Cheng
His brother, who will never lose him this time
Lan Xichen
An ally Wei Wuxian hopes to protect from heartbreak
Relationships
Tropes & Tags
Themes
Content Warnings
- Canon-typical violence
- Past trauma
- Canonical character death (prevented)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "Once More With Feeling" about?
Wei Wuxian wakes up in his teenage body with all his memories intact, determined to save everyone he lost the first time around.
How long is "Once More With Feeling"?
"Once More With Feeling" is 263,000 words across 45 chapters, with an estimated read time of 17h 32m.
Is "Once More With Feeling" complete?
Yes, "Once More With Feeling" is complete with all 45 chapters published.
Where can I read "Once More With Feeling"?
You can read "Once More With Feeling" by redcigar on Archive of Our Own (AO3). Download Fanfict Reader for iOS for the best mobile reading experience with offline access.
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