The Tail Fire Tiger and Kui Wood Wolf

Name: The Tail Fire Tiger and Kui Wood Wolf
Author: Rein in My Horse, Brandish My Blade

尾火虎奎木狼

by Rein in My Horse, Brandish My Blade (勒马横刀)

Status: Completed
Length: 491k Words
Genre: Urban
Subgenre: Urban Farming
Updated: 10mo ago
English: Request a translation

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Synopsis

As the old saying goes: Reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles; traveling ten thousand miles is not as good as meeting countless people; meeting countless people is not as good as spending every day with masters; and having an expert show you the way is not as good as reaching enlightenment on your own.

Over the years, I’ve read plenty of books, traveled many roads, met many people, and experienced many things. I’ve also spent time with masters, and gained a few insights of my own. My life may not have been full of dramatic twists, but it has given me many genuine stories. I’ve long wanted to put pen to paper, but one thing or another always kept me from starting.

A conversation with my child this October caught me by surprise. When they mentioned wanting to write a book to make a living, it stirred a long-buried thought in me.

Now, with that sudden spark rekindled, I’ve decided to slowly write about my experiences over the years in the form of a novel.

It is something like a memoir. Most of the stories are real, but to avoid involving specific people and events, I’ve changed the names and places in the book.

If these traces of an ordinary yet genuine life can bring you a little recognition or inspiration, that will be my greatest comfort.

Thank you for reading. I hope that as you turn these pages, you can feel the warmth and sincerity of an ordinary life.

I’m grateful to Tomato Novel for providing a platform that has made it easy for me to accomplish one of the three immortal achievements described by the ancients: establishing words that endure, even if I do so through a novel.

I’m grateful to my family. My child’s suggestion and my partner’s support have given me the time to write.

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The opening is a climax, quickly drawing the reader into the story. The narrative pace is steady, with the build-up and climax interlocking seamlessly, creating a well-balanced tension. The novel concept injects new vitality into a classic theme. A thoroughly enjoyable reading experience, with a well-paced rhythm that kept me from putting the book down.
14 likes11mo ago
The stories are true, some resembling memoirs, and are similar to "Like a Flowing River." They depict a generation that grew up during the reform and opening-up period, seizing the opportunity to escape rural life through the college entrance examination and also taking advantage of career development opportunities. They are worth paying attention to. I hope I can keep going and keep trying!
11 likes12mo ago
This novel is like a cup of warm tea, seemingly unremarkable at first, but with a lingering and profound aftertaste. The author uses delicate strokes to depict the textures of life, with genuine emotions flowing between the lines. The characters are not mere symbols on paper, but living, breathing beings; their joys and sorrows are so real, as if they were standing right in front of the reader…
10 likes11mo ago
This novel is brimming with the vibrant spirit of the reform and opening-up era. The protagonist's spirit of exploration and excellent work ethic are highly inspiring. Reading it allows one to feel a sense of nostalgia and gain profound spiritual nourishment. We look forward to the author's future masterpieces!
9 likes11mo ago
This is a very clever novel. It portrays the real world very realistically, yet it's incredibly fantastical, cleverly incorporating elements from the Twenty-Eight Mansions, such as the Tail Fire Tiger and the Kui Wood Wolf. It offers both detailed descriptions of urban life and the mystique of fantasy elements, making it truly captivating! 👍👍👍
8 likes11mo ago
After watching for a few days, I have a feeling that it's made with great care, like it was written for myself. It's down-to-earth and meticulous. Sometimes the plot is suspenseful, keeping you on the edge of your seat, and other times it's like a gentle stream flowing through my heart. It's really good! 👍👍
7 likes11mo ago
Urban fantasy, a rare find, inspired by real-life experiences. The opening is very immersive. That chubby little boy, he weighs ten pounds! 😄😄😄
7 likes11mo ago
This is a super realistic novel about a rural boy who escapes poverty through the college entrance exam, attends a top university, and discovers he's actually a celestial being named Tail Fire Tiger descended to earth to undergo tribulations.
7 likes11mo ago
In the 1970s and 80s, the spring breeze of reform and opening up swept across China, and everyone was filled with longing for a brighter future. Back then, people explored and created a completely new country step by step, forging a unique path of socialism with Chinese characteristics. I truly admire those people; they genuinely brought new vitality to society with their own hands.
7 likes11mo ago
Having read the whole thing, I can say the author put a lot of effort into it. The writing is very delicate, and many details of life feel so familiar. It has a strong sense of the times, making the reader unconsciously immerse themselves in the story, feel the struggles of ordinary people, and experience the true feelings of humanity.
6 likes10mo ago