# WebtoonLib — Depths of Malice #17

## Series
- title: Depths of Malice
- slug: depths-of-malice-049f84

## Chapter
- number: 17
- release_date: 2025-03-09

### Summary
Reader reception is overwhelmingly positive as the protagonist, Rita (in Bertha's body), actively provokes her despised fiancé. Fans celebrate her cunning and theatrical nature, understanding that she is intentionally goading him into a public attack to orchestrate his downfall. Her declaration that "it's the perfect weather for screwing someone over" has become an instant fan-favorite quote, encapsulating the "morally grey" and "vindictive" persona that readers adore. While the central focus remains on the eagerly anticipated demise of the "trash fiancé," a significant side discussion has emerged around the character Julia. Readers are divided, with many praising her for having a more realistic, "chubbier" body type—a welcome departure from typical manga designs—and an interesting ambition to join the guards. Conversely, others criticize her personality, labeling her a "fake nice friend" who is boastful and belittling. This debate highlights fan appreciation for nuanced character design while underscoring their unwavering support for Rita's ruthless quest for vengeance, which they cheer on with comments like "slay Queen" and "fucking get 'em girl."
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- summary_verification: unverified

## Spoiler
- level: auto

### Safe teaser
Reader reception is overwhelmingly positive as the protagonist, Rita (in Bertha's body), actively provokes her despised fiancé.

### Spoiler summary
Reader reception is overwhelmingly positive as the protagonist, Rita (in Bertha's body), actively provokes her despised fiancé. Fans celebrate her cunning and theatrical nature, understanding that she is intentionally goading him into a public attack to orchestrate his downfall. Her declaration that "it's the perfect weather for screwing someone over" has become an instant fan-favorite quote, encapsulating the "morally grey" and "vindictive" persona that readers adore. While the central focus remains on the eagerly anticipated demise of the "trash fiancé," a significant side discussion has emerged around the character Julia. Readers are divided, with many praising her for having a more realistic, "chubbier" body type—a welcome departure from typical manga designs—and an interesting ambition to join the guards. Conversely, others criticize her personality, labeling her a "fake nice friend" who is boastful and belittling. This debate highlights fan appreciation for nuanced character design while underscoring their unwavering support for Rita's ruthless quest for vengeance, which they cheer on with comments like "slay Queen" and "fucking get 'em girl."

## Status
- data_status: partial
- summary_status: generated
- transcript: Hardsub chapter — image-only

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Depths of Malice #17](/series/depths-of-malice-049f84/chapter-17)
- for_series_detail: /llms-series/depths-of-malice-049f84

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