Heaven and Earth Show No Mercy: A Mortal's Defiance on the Path to Immortality

Looking for Traditional Cultivation Novels That Rival A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality

Seeking Mortal-Style Cultivation Novels

Any recommendations for well-written cultivation novels with plots that aren't overly melodramatic? I'm looking for stories where everything fits together neatly and each event leads into the next, with good attention to detail and a plot that makes sense. Male- or female-oriented novels are both fine. The leads should be smart, and I'm open to any kind of personality, whether they're the type to quietly build their fortune, keep a low profile, or love putting on a show.