
From the Start, I Cut Down My Kin, Top the Imperial Exams, and Slay My Way Through the Court
开局先灭亲,科举中状元杀穿朝堂
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- Ongoing
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- 578k Words
- Genre
- Historical
- Subgenre
- Historical & Ancient
- Updated
- 6mo ago
- English
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We've finally entered the main storyline of the imperial examinations! It's been such a long and arduous journey; the young protagonist has shouldered so much. I'm looking forward to seeing him dominate the battlefield later on. Also, I wish for a protagonist without a romantic partner, where he can enjoy his own happiness.
I caught up in one go, that's great! It's different from the typical imperial examination novel formula. The male lead is very well-developed—intelligent, righteous, decisive, and family-oriented. His family members are also wonderful, showing mutual understanding and tolerance. Author, please update soon! 💕
It's only 63 chapters, but it's really good! Author, please update soon! Keep it up!
Well written, decisive, and a rare protagonist.
Finally, it's not about a poor, down-on-his-luck guy anymore. This kind of male lead is quite refreshing, and the author is really daring in their writing. 😄
It's good; it's not easy to find good stories.
Haha, the imperial examination system was so efficient!
The architecture is good. I'll keep following it.
It's really good, the author is awesome!
The writing is excellent, and the plot is captivating with each twist and turn.