
The Junkyard Monkey of the Siheyuan
四合院之破烂猴儿
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- Ongoing
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- 1.1M Words
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- Urban
- Subgenre
- War & Espionage
- Updated
- 10mo ago
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Other names
- I Scavenge for Junk in a Period Drama我在年代剧里捡破烂Alternate title on Fanqie
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It's somewhat of a popular science article, very detailed and interesting. I stopped watching after the system forced me to participate in the instance. I really disliked this kind of system; it made me feel like a puppet with no autonomy.
Good, try to write fewer side quests in the future! 🤭
This book is full of Beijing flavor, unlike the Sichuan-style courtyard house!
So far, it's been written very well. I hope the author keeps up the good work! 👍👍👍
Bright and cheerful. I just wonder what they'll give you for traveling the world. It's impressive that a Hong Kong tycoon would be so extravagant, giving away ships and actresses. Another purple sweet potato-themed ground fighting novel.
Excellent! The early stages are well-developed, and the characters are close to those in the original drama. I haven't read such a satisfying novel in a long time. I'm looking forward to more updates!
Well written. Of all the books about courtyard houses I've read, this one is one of the few that gets better with each reading. The characters are introduced and their personalities match perfectly, and it's full of Beijing dialect and charm.
Another great fanfiction about a courtyard house. A unique take on the genre, with delicate writing, capturing the essence of old Beijing. The plot unfolds at a leisurely pace, brimming with local life. You can learn something new while reading—it's truly exceptional… However, the side plots really detract from the reading experience. Can you please concentrate a little? I couldn't resist reserving a spot. Looking forward to the rest of the exciting story…
This is the most satisfying of all the courtyard novels I've read. Many novels, as they progress, develop such vast worlds that they clash with earlier plots. While a lighthearted, enjoyable story is fine, an overly expansive world can clog the narrative and easily lead to a rushed ending. This novel isn't mindless; it's primarily about providing a satisfying read while also incorporating humor.
The author seems to be a local from Beijing, so some details are probably accurate. Seeing the comments on the forty-odd chapters and the various system rewards, honestly, I think it's much more interesting than the plot. It has its moments of excitement and is quite entertaining.