Besides Sword Snow Stride and Sword Comes, What Other Book Feels Like Your Own Jianghu? 除了雪中和剑来，你还觉得有那本书是你的江湖吗？

1. 151 罪EN City of Sin 罪恶之城 Misty Rain Jiangnan烟雨江南Eastern Fantasy4.4M WordsCompleted After enduring constant humiliation, Richard learned from childhood to keep his suffering to himself. It wasn’t until his tenth birthday that he discovered his astonishing talent and extraordinary potential. From the moment he watched his mother leave, Richard stepped into another world, one of sin and glory, holiness and filth. In the City of Sin, he struggles to survive. Will he rise from the ashes or fall into depravity? 13.7kReads9.2Score1.6kShelves
2. 152 剑 Scheming with the Sword: The Alluring Emperor Both Dotes on and Torments Me 剑谋天下，邪魅帝君又宠又虐 Cheap Little Enchantress妖姬贱贱Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted The Heaven-Splitting Sword weeps, and heaven and earth lose their color. When the Blood Talisman appears, the martial world is stained red. This story overturns the traditional tale of an orphan's rise in Wuxia, revealing the path of a young master from a martial arts clan through the martial world. From an innocent youth to a leader who commands the tides of the martial world, worries over the nation's fate, plots for power, and steers the course of events with a laugh... He was the son of the 344Reads8.9Score101Shelves

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   These are all excellent books, with good writing, captivating plots, and seamless storytelling – this is what true martial arts fiction should be.

3. 153 天 The World’s Greatest Master Is a Live-In Son-in-Law 天下第一高手是赘婿 Ula Is Super Awesome乌拉超厉害Historical772k WordsCompleted [Transmigration + Live-in son-in-law + Wuxia + Alternate world + Poetry] After transmigrating, Zhang Zi'an became the greatest expert among the martial outlaws of Jiangnan, and his legends spread throughout the region. After roaming the martial world for more than a decade, Zhang Zi'an chose to leave it behind and become a live-in son-in-law of the Wang family of Jinling. Enjoying a wealthy life as a live-in son-in-law at his leisure was actually pretty nice. But once you're in the martial world 270Reads5.7Score—Shelves

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   This one seems pretty good too, a wuxia version of "The Son-in-Law".

4. 154 天 Heavenly Destiny 天相 Can I Give You My Life?命给你行不行Eastern Fantasy2.0M WordsCompleted On the Continent of Ten Thousand Aspects, spirit fiends run rampant. Ding Xiao, a coffin bearer unable to nurture a spirit aspect, can only make a living carrying coffins and transporting corpses for the Spirit-Suppression Bureau’s Mortuary Department. After thousands of relentless attempts, he finally nurtures the strongest spirit aspect of all, the Primordial Devourer. From then on, he embarks on a heaven-defying path, making a spectacular comeback and becoming the mightiest spirit-aspect mast 15kReads9.0Score1.8kShelves

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   I've noticed that very few people seem to recommend these two books by Tomato.

5. 155 虫 The Immortal Path of the Insect Emperor 虫皇仙途 The Wind Rises in Chang'an风起长安Eastern Fantasy4.3M WordsOngoing [Entire novel written by hand, no AI + spirit insect pets + beast taming + traditional cultivation + no transmigration + no System + lighthearted comedy + richly developed characters + survival through caution] The lowly servant Ye Lin accidentally awakens the Insect Emperor bloodline and opens the Ancient Insect Emperor Ring. From then on, he has a whole swarm of strange spirit insects at his side. An unfathomable number of ants devour the heavens and consume the earth. A tiny white snake beats 46.1kReads9.2Score4.1kShelves
6. 156 剑 Sword Like the Evening 剑如夕 Mo Qingci墨倾辞Eastern Fantasy507k WordsCompleted [Traditional wuxia + devoted couple + not a power fantasy + late Qing dynasty + ensemble cast] At the end of the Qing dynasty, the Boxer Rebellion and the Eight-Nation Alliance rise one after another. Gu Yang, a skilled martial artist burdened by a family grudge, leaves seclusion and joins forces with Su Jianli, the daughter of a reformist minister, to roam the jianghu and save the world from disaster. The cruelty of foreign guns and cannons and the wickedness of the human heart lay bare the wre 9Reads8.2Score—Shelves
7. 157 永 Eternal Gate 永恒之门 Six Realms, Three Paths六界三道Eastern Fantasy6.7M WordsCompleted The gods and demons wage war, the myriad worlds collapse, and only the Eternal Immortal Realm endures. After countless ages, a battle god named Zhao Yun gathers the essence of heaven and earth and reforges the primordial universe. From the depths of the underworld, he fights his way to the Eternal Immortal Realm and, in the name of the divine, rules over the myriad paths. From then on, his words become legend. 18.4kReads9.2Score1.5kShelves
8. 158 书 The Tale of Scholar Ji 书生纪 Ink-Stained Orchid墨染幽兰Historical364k WordsCompleted [History + alternate world + fantasy + wuxia + court politics + the martial world + poetry + clever characters] [No transmigration] [No System] [No harem] What is the martial world? Some say it is the life of wine and women, wild and unrestrained, enjoyed by spoiled young masters; Some say it is gallant heroes roaming the land with swords, savoring every triumph and settling every score; Some say it is rival sects and a contest for supremacy among the martial world’s leaders; Some say it is acto 25Reads8.9Score—Shelves
9. 159 绝 The Peerless Sword God 绝色剑神 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted That winter, the martial world died. Tianwaitian slaughtered the entire martial world, staining rivers and mountains with blood. Beauty meant death. Zhao Qinghe was the most remarkable princess in the world, and the most beautiful woman in the world. When she smiled, the mountains and rivers paled. When she drew her sword, even immortals bowed their heads. Her Flowing Cloud Soft Sword made her invincible in three moves. Two even more dangerous women were always at her side: Luo Qinghan, “De 464Reads8.1Score191Shelves

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   That winter, the martial world died. The Heavenly Realm slaughtered the entire martial arts world, staining mountains and rivers with blood. Beauty is synonymous with death—Zhao Qinghe, the most beautiful princess in the world, the most beautiful woman under heaven. When she smiled, the world paled in comparison; when she drew her sword, even gods bowed. Her Flowing Cloud Soft Sword was invincible in three moves. Beside her were two even more dangerous women: Luo Qinghan, "Ink Feather Godslayer"; and Wen Wanqing, "Gentle Palm Suppressing Heaven." The three were unassuming, like refined ladies, like delicate flowers. Their two adorable pets were even more extraordinary: the Myriad Demonic Ice Python "Frost Profound," and the ancient divine beast "Soul-Devouring Golden Eyes" Ink Flame. The winter snow had not yet stopped, but the killing had already begun. The sharpest sword in the world was wrapped in the sweetest sugar.

10. 160 邪EN World of Malevolent Spirits: My Flesh Conquers All 邪灵世界：我以肉身横推此世 A Hulking Man一魁梧大汉Eastern Fantasy1.9M WordsCompleted This is a story about a body that can overpower anything. Darkness descended upon the Great Ye Dynasty, and evil spirits and ghosts lurked everywhere, killing without a trace. Faced with strange demons and sinister spirits, ordinary people could only tremble, cower in a corner, and wait for death. Jiang Dao transmigrated into this world with a Martial Arts Modification System. He could modify any martial art without limit just by looking at it. Mad Demon Staff Technique, Iron Shirt and Eagle Cla 2.1kReads8.8Score325Shelves

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    I finished watching it in one night. It was exciting and thrilling.

11. 161 承 The Art of Chengwan 承晚诀 A Heart C Makes It Work心C则灵Eastern Fantasy373k WordsCompleted This can be read as fan fiction for "The Island of Siliang". The whole story came from my own imagination after watching "The Island of Siliang". It lets me fulfill both my dream of being a fan and my dream of being a writer! The male lead is inspired by Jing Xuan, and the female lead by Tu Li. The second male lead is inspired by Xiao Ji, and the second female lead by Ling Xi. The story follows an ensemble cast. There are no absolute villains. The leads join forces to roam the martial world an 39Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The author's new book, *Cheng Wan Jue*, is an ancient martial arts romance novel. Based on the characters Jing Xuan and Tu Li, childhood sweethearts who roam the martial arts world and purge the palace. No melodramatic plot twists or angst; we look forward to your attention.

12. 162 美 Beauty Like a Flower, Blade Like the Wind 美人如花刀如风 Blue Moon Gray Wolf蓝月苍狼Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsCompleted Martial Arts, Humor, Historical Romance, No System, No Levels, No Transmigration When I enter the world, all things crumble; heaven and earth change color, and plants and trees mourn. Rivers groan, mountains tremble, and the tides of the world fall to my generation. A sweeping story, beautiful prose, an intricate structure, airtight logic, twists and turns, vivid characters, clever characters, and every mystery resolved! Song Qiutong’s cleverness and beauty, Mu Sha’s gentle charm, Tang Yingyi 550Reads—Score109Shelves

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    That's a beauty!

13. 163 我 My Shopkeeper Is Actually the Leader of the Demonic Path 我家掌柜竟是魔道魁首 The Evening Breeze as Before晚风如故Eastern Fantasy1.5M WordsCompleted [Multiple heroines + beautiful character illustrations + daily life + ruthless action + the female emperor is on maternity leave!!!] From the start, he cultivates dual methods with a Sword Immortal, and in a single day, he’s sampled every flower in Chang’an! What good is being able to fight? To make it in this world, you need power and connections. Ever heard of the Prince of Zhenbei? He commands three hundred thousand iron cavalry, a butcher who tramples foreign kingdoms underhoof. That’s my 4.4kReads8.4Score401Shelves

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    This martial arts novel is comparable to "Snow Swordsman," presenting the martial arts world of my dreams and fulfilling most people's martial arts fantasies. The male lead has an extraordinary background, an interesting personality, and many adventures. The main and supporting characters are vividly portrayed, and there are multiple female leads. Beware of traffic!

14. 164 秋 Lament of the Autumn Rain 秋雨叹 Awooo Awooo嗷呜呜嗷Eastern Fantasy273k WordsOngoing Autumn Rain Lament is a gripping wuxia novel about the legendary journey of Lu Jueming, a young hero who endures countless hardships in the martial world and ultimately becomes a grandmaster. When his family is suddenly wiped out, Lu Jueming has no choice but to enter a world of grudges, rivalries, and tangled affections. As he searches for the truth, he meets a group of like-minded friends. Together, they face powerful enemies, overcome crises, and grow stronger. The martial world is treacherou —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    🔥🔥A Masterpiece of Martial Arts: "Autumn Rain's Lament"🔥🔥 🎉Hello everyone, I'm here to recommend a martial arts novel that kept me up all night! That's "Autumn Rain's Lament"! 📖💖 😍The first time I opened this book, I was deeply attracted by its rich atmosphere of the martial arts world. 🌧️In the autumn rain, the figures of heroes appear and disappear, their grudges and affections intertwined, making my blood boil and my heart race! 💓 👏The fight scenes in the book are described so vividly that I felt as if I were there, adventuring alongside the protagonists in the martial arts world, experiencing the joys and sorrows! 😎Every time a sword is drawn, every punch and kick clashed, I felt the charm of the martial arts world. 👊 😌And the character development in the book is even more captivating. The protagonists are distinct and unique, and the emotional entanglements between them are truly moving. 😭Their laughter and their tears are deeply etched in my heart. 😉If you're also a fan of wuxia novels, then you absolutely can't miss *Autumn Rain's Lament*! It will take you into a world of passion and excitement, letting you experience the boundless charm of wuxia novels! 💖 🔗Click here to begin your wuxia journey now! 👉

15. 165 血 When the Blood Shadow Appears, Nothing Is Left Alive 血影一出，鸡犬不留 Zhu Zhiguo朱治国Eastern Fantasy125k WordsCompleted (Wuxia) (No System) (No Golden Finger) (Coming of Age) The Blood Shadow Sect, where protagonist Zhu Rui lives, was wiped out by a mysterious enemy three years ago. The Blood Shadow Ancestor led a few young disciples into hiding on Wulong Mountain. During a trip down the mountain to compete for the inner core of an Aoyin beast, they accidentally gave away their whereabouts. From then on, they were hunted throughout the jianghu! How will Zhu Rui save himself? And how will he unravel the layers of 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Here's an excerpt from an early PK scene, showcasing the author's skill. (Chapter 8) Having said that, Tan Feng formed hand seals and chanted incantations. A stream of blood, seemingly drawn from nowhere, snaked around his body like a living snake. Suddenly, the blood snake raised its head and shot towards Qian Hai like an arrow! Qian Hai puffed out his cheeks and blew hard at the blood snake. A gust of wind swept through, instantly dispersing the blood snake. He then circulated his true energy, his large, fan-like hands slowly pushing forward. Zhu Rui suddenly felt the surrounding temperature drop sharply, shivering as he saw that the palm wind pushed out by his opponent contained several gleaming ice blades, slashing down at him! Zhu Rui was terrified! In a flash, he quickly reviewed all the techniques he had learned. Seeing the ice blades already upon him, he hurriedly formed hand seals and chanted incantations, circulating spiritual energy throughout his body, screaming in his heart: "Jiang Bao, save me!" In an instant, several streams of blood surged from Zhu Rui's body, forming a thin layer of blood mist that enveloped him—this was the Blood Shadow Sect's protective divine skill, the "Blood Shadow Shield"! This blood mist acted like a tough shield; ice blades struck it, sparks flew, but they couldn't pierce it even slightly. Zhu Rui was overjoyed: "Jiang Bao may be ugly, but he's really useful at crucial moments!" He dared not be distracted, continuously channeling the spiritual energy from Jiang Bao into the blood shield. The blood shield visibly thickened, condensing from a thin mist into a frosted glass-like barrier. Ice blades that struck this "frosted glass" were all deflected! Looking at Tan Feng, he dodged the ice blades to the side, swung his right palm, and the scattered blood snakes reformed, multiplying from one to two, two to four, four to eight… In the blink of an eye, thirty-two blood snakes materialized, each opening its bloody maw to devour Qian Hai! Seeing this, Qian Hai took a deep breath, his joints cracking like popping beans, his upper body suddenly swelling several times its original size! Then he let out a long roar, the sound wave so loud it made Zhu Rui's eardrums ache! The snakes, shaken by the sound wave, all fell to the ground. Qian Hai laughed triumphantly: "A mere trick, yet you dare to show off in front of your grandfather!" With that, he pulled a small apricot-yellow flag from his robes, waving it and chanting incantations. The flag unfurled, and a monstrous beast leaped out! The beast resembled a lion, breathing fire, baring its fangs and claws as it pounced on the two! Zhu Rui had never seen such a ferocious creature before; his legs went weak with fear, and he turned to flee. But Tan Feng remained calm, standing there, using all his skills to summon a Blood Shadow Warrior wielding a large sword, who fought the fire-breathing lion! The swordsman's swordsmanship was fierce; each strike carried a whistling, bloody wind, incredibly powerful. The fire-breathing lion was incredibly agile, leaping and bounding, narrowly dodging the broadsword each time, while simultaneously spewing flames that repeatedly scorched the warrior. The shadow warrior, formed from the essence of Tan Feng's tongue, wasn't burned, but as the blood evaporated, its color faded and its movements slowed. Tan Feng was frantic, continuously spitting blood to strengthen the warrior, his face already pale, he hissed, "Big guy! I can't hold on much longer! Go get Master!" Zhu Rui knew his tongue blood was almost depleted, and the shadow warrior wouldn't last much longer. How could he run away now? He gritted his teeth, removed his blood shield, and, imitating Tan Feng, bit his tongue, spitting out a mouthful of blood. At the same time, he roared and unleashed his full power of the Blood Shadow Divine Art! Blood mist surged before him, instantly solidifying into a gigantic blood pig, roaring as it charged into the battlefield! Upon seeing the blood boar, the fire-breathing lion seemed somewhat frightened. Its flames faltered, and it retreated with a low growl! Seeing this, Qian Hai's eyes flashed with a fierce light. He bit his middle finger, smeared the blood on the apricot-yellow flag, and waved it even more vigorously! The flag fluttered in the wind! The lion's size doubled, becoming the size of a water buffalo! Its entire body shimmered with golden light, as if clad in golden armor! The flames it spewed from its mouth changed from yellow to white, and a rumbling thunder could be heard within the fire! Zhu Rui, now sitting cross-legged, concentrated his energy, forming hand seals, continuously channeling the soy sauce packet's spiritual power into the blood boar. The blood boar's color changed from crimson to jet black, its body gleaming with oil, and two tusks over a foot long, gleaming white, sprouted from its mouth! With a low growl, its four hooves flew, and it charged towards the golden-armored lion like an arrow released from a bow! The lion opened its mouth and spewed out a jet of blazing white flame several feet long, which scorched the black boar with a crackling sound! The black boar, with its thick hide and tough flesh, seemed completely unaffected, its momentum undiminished! In the blink of an eye, it was upon the lion, its massive head slamming forward! Two sharp tusks instantly pierced the lion's belly! It violently swung its head, sending the enormous golden-armored lion flying, crashing it ten meters away with a thunderous roar, its four legs in the air! The lion's paws thrashed futilely in the air a few times, then gradually fell silent. The black boar strolled to the lion's corpse, opened its massive mouth, and inhaled sharply! The lion's carcass transformed into a thick plume of black smoke, which the black boar absorbed into its belly! Seeing that the lion summoned by the other party had been devoured, Zhu Rui stood up and withdrew the spiritual power he had poured into the black boar. The black boar's color rapidly faded, finally dissipating into the wind. Then look at Qian Hai, who coughed up a mouthful of blood, his face ashen like a dead man, and with a thud, he fell straight back!

16. 166 倚 The Legend of Junxiang: A Prequel to The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, Part 2 倚天前传之君襄风云录2 The Tired-Headed Youngster费头青年Male-Channel Fanfiction523k WordsOngoing Another work by the author of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber: The Ming Cult's Revenge. [The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber] [The Legend of the Condor Heroes] [The Return of the Condor Heroes] [Wuxia] [System] [Transmigration] [Jin Yong fan fiction] This isn't a wish-fulfillment story about seducing other men's wives and taking in one's master's wife or junior sister. Xiangyang falls, and Guo Jing and Huang Rong die. On Mount Emei, the “Little Eastern Heretic” Guo Xiang uses her sword as a brus 10kReads8.7Score541Shelves

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    The Legend of the Condor Heroes trilogy fills a gap in nearly a century of history.

17. 167 剑 A Chronicle of Sword Shadows and Chivalry 剑影侠概录 Wu Xia晤夏Eastern Fantasy86k WordsOngoing This story unfolds in the days before the Zhao army surrenders at the Battle of Changping. It is told through two interwoven storylines. The main storyline follows Xia Yunli as he seeks reinforcements to lift the siege of the Zhao army, while the hidden storyline follows Chu Lingjun, who is carrying out his master’s orders to investigate Qin’s underground intelligence network. On his way to Haojing, Chu Lingjun borrows a fast horse in Xinling City, where he happens upon Xia Yunli seeking Wei’s a 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    "The world is full of injustices, and it's rare to find a truly compassionate person." Yet, martial arts novels abound with stories of "who draws their sword without righteousness, and who spends money without benevolence." The book meticulously recounts each exciting fight, vividly depicting the diverse and unique world of martial arts; its martial arts manuals are filled with profound wisdom and insightful principles. This is precisely the aim of this book. "Do not let fleeting shadows drift away with the flowing water; the chivalrous spirit will forever remain in Xintian."

18. 168 血 Legend of Bloodshed on Mount Wudang 血溅武当山传奇 Half a Jin Lao二分之一金老Martial Arts600k WordsCompleted A severely underrated work of literature, an epic masterpiece full of vivid emotion. Martial arts + history + romance + leveling up through monster-slaying + a regretful pursuit of a wife + tangled grievances + emotional turmoil. A good-for-nothing male lead and an impulsive female lead meet because of a misunderstanding and are forced to wander the martial world together. They study under the same master and each finds their own opportunities to learn martial arts. Their differing ideals lead t 2kReads8.0Score197Shelves

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    [Facepalm] Have you heard of the wildly popular novel "Blood Splattered on Wudang Mountain"? If you haven't read "Blood Splattered on Wudang Mountain," you can't call yourself a hero. This traditional martial arts novel, "The Legend of Blood Splattered on Wudang Mountain," is absolutely top-tier. It's about humanity, about life, and it blows 99% of other authors away. I swear on my uncle's life, if this book isn't good, my uncle will die a horrible death, be struck by lightning, torn to pieces, and covered in maggots.

19. 169 花 Flowers Bloom on the Other Shore, Clear Skies Without Sorrow 花开彼岸，晴若无殇 Little Eyes小眼睛Historical1.1M WordsOngoing Just after entering officialdom, Wu Qing becomes embroiled in one baffling case after another. He follows the faintest clues and solves numerous mysteries, only to discover that a hidden hand is manipulating events behind every case. As he painstakingly unravels the layers of intrigue, he finally uncovers the mystery of his own origins. After enduring countless trials and more than a decade on the road, will he reclaim everything that should have been his, or let his little boat drift away and s —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The founding emperor of the Jinling Dynasty died on a snowy night many years after ascending the throne. This former son of a powerful minister and a pillar of the state, after peeling back layer after layer of mystery, learned his true identity. His life was a rollercoaster of ups and downs, marked by life-and-death experiences, including a coup, the overthrow of the throne, and the fall of the empire. He spent his days in a small building within the imperial palace, dying as he sat at a table in front of a portrait stained with blood. He ultimately followed that person into the afterlife, leaving behind not a single word. All the mysteries surrounding the founding emperor of the Jinling Dynasty reside in this small building, hidden within the white gauze, concealed within the portrait.

20. 170 血 Bloodshed on Mount Wudang 血溅武当山 Half a Jin Lao二分之一金老Eastern Fantasy344k WordsCompleted A weather-beaten young man gradually finds his way through confusion, survives against all odds in a world plunged into chaos, and steadily gets everything he wished for. But he loses things far more precious, such as family, friendship, and love. If only time could turn back. 1.3kReads6.6Score111Shelves
21. 171 港 Tales of Hong Kong’s Underworld: Starting in Kowloon Walled City 港岛江湖往事！从九龙城寨开始 CEO AhCEO啊Male-Channel Fanfiction43k WordsOngoing On a stormy night, I row a ramshackle smuggling boat and narrowly escape the jaws of a shark. After I come ashore, a boss from Kowloon Walled City tells me I'm the chosen one from a century-old prophecy, destined to unite Hong Kong's underworld. My name is Zheng Zhiyong. I'm just a mainlander trying to earn enough to eat. They save me, give me a name, and push me onto a road of blood and fire. I think it's gratitude I owe them, until I discover... The armored-car heist was a setup. The wins 17Reads—Score—Shelves

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    "Tales of Hong Kong's Underworld! Starting from Kowloon Walled City"—a Kowloon Walled City version of "Rurouni Kenshin"—it kept me up all night! 🔥Key Highlights: Gu Long-style aesthetic + anime-like action + gangster intrigue + the blood and tears of Chinese laborers—a triple dose of exhilarating excitement! 💡Reading Guide: The author's writing is superb, the imagery is like watching a movie! A must-read for fans of hardcore underworld stories like "The Swordsman" and "Election"! The early chapters focus on realistic survival, while the later fight scenes are incredibly romantic and cool!!! ❤️Personal Review: The most unique genre I've seen this year. The protagonist is ruthless and tragic, the villains are incredibly cool, and the Hong Kong atmosphere is off the charts. The author is under contract, updates are stable, and the quality is guaranteed!

22. 172 武 The Martial Arts Empire 武林帝国 Xiao Qi Jiao骁骑校Historical1.2M WordsCompleted At the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Zhou, in a remote town on the northwestern frontier, Yuan Feng was a small, thin orphan with dark skin. Taken in by the owner of a horse-meat shop, he lived a lonely, uneventful life, constantly bullied. Everything changed the moment he used his superb knife skills to kill the leader of a band of horse thieves... Ancient roads and frontier towns, clashing spears and armored horses, blood-red sands. The sculpted head on an ancient silver coi 3.4kReads9.0Score507Shelves

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    This is truly a divine book, bearing the hallmarks of Jin Yong himself.

23. 173 影 Shadows over the Hall of Loyalty 影落忠义楼 Yang Ximo阳夕陌Martial Arts557k WordsCompleted [Shadow Guard’s Rise + Court Intrigue and the Martial World + Stunning Beauties] He is the sharpest shadow guard in Prince Night Falcon’s hands. With his Feihong Sword, he has spilled countless drops of blood and never once failed. During a mission, he meets Mu Yao, a tender moonlight in a turbulent age, and then catches the fiery starlight in Shen Siyue’s eyes, a beacon of hope in utter despair. Little does he know that from the moment they met, Tong Xinling, an attendant of the Ruyi Tower, has 69Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend a great book: a shadow guard's rise to power amidst the intrigues of the martial arts world. It features a young shadow guard as the protagonist, weaving together the swordplay of the martial arts world with the undercurrents of the imperial court. The plot is fast-paced, the fight scenes are crisp, and it features both tense confrontations on the brink of life and death, as well as delicate and touching moments of romance.

24. 174 武 Martial Dao Shakes the Three Thousand Realms 武映三千道 The Pure-Hearted, Sharp-Tongued Bro纯情犀利哥Eastern Fantasy7.7M WordsCompleted Xu Wuzhou transmigrates and is astonished to discover that he has become a live-in son-in-law, a universally recognized good-for-nothing parasite who even ended up in his bride's best friend's bed on his wedding night. He accidentally wanders into a brothel while out for a meal. His aloof wife is utterly disappointed in him, and his father-in-law sends him off to the family martial arts hall, leaving him to sink or swim. But transmigrating grants him a battered Samsara Bowl that can only be repa 6.4kReads8.5Score676Shelves

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    Of these three books, the good ones on Tomato Books generally don't have high readership or ratings, while the bad ones have ridiculously high ratings.

25. 175 琼 A Divine General Dwells Above the Jade Tower, and Building Towers Makes Me Stronger! 琼楼之上有神将，我盖楼就变强！ This Tree Is Not Dusk此木非暮Eastern Fantasy761k WordsOngoing [A wildly imaginative fantasy built around architecture, entirely original, with nothing like it anywhere online!] In a world where architecture reigns supreme, every building must endure a Heavenly Tribulation when it is first constructed! If it survives the tribulation, a guardian general will be born within it! If it fails, the building will vanish into nothingness! Guardian generals are born with all kinds of miraculous abilities, and humans can fuse with them to gain their tremendous powers 497Reads9.2Score—Shelves

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    [Reading Tip: This is a fantasy novel with an architectural flair unlike anything you've ever seen before!] A world of magnificent buildings and a completely new framework and worldview. If you've read something similar, contact me. I'm the cure for all kinds of top-tier book droughts; it's incredibly well-written!

26. 176 覆 A Night's Journey with a Bloodied Sword 覆血夜剑行 Never Forget the Past前尘莫忘Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted [Traditional Xianxia] [Court and Jianghu] [High Martial Power, Low Mysticism] [An Ensemble Cast in the Snow] There is a sword in the mortal world. There are blades in the jianghu. In the far north lives a left-handed man, lame, with a broken sword and peach blossoms growing on his bones. His brows are crooked and his eyes askew, yet no one in the world is more pleased with life. In the far east lives Master Cao, with a swordsman’s spirit sheathed in his chest. A gentle breath from him can summon 2.6kReads8.7Score172Shelves

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    This is my world of martial arts.

27. 177 噬 Devour the Immortal Cosmos 噬仙宙 Duobao Yaji多宝雅集Eastern Fantasy1.6M WordsOngoing “The stars are beginning to vanish one by one, far off in the distance.” What kind of power could be responsible? “Could there be a beast hidden in the depths of space, larger than the sun, swallowing stars one by one?” Immortals and gods vie for supremacy, and fiery battles sweep across the myriad realms of the heavens. The young Cheng Bai awakens the Gluttonous Beast Physique, ventures into another world and gains the legacy of a fiendish god. He cultivates the strongest divine arts, comprehen 1.4kReads8.9Score150Shelves

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    From the mortal realm to the divine path, a journey of cultivation unfolds across the universe, overcoming countless challenges and gradually growing stronger towards the supreme and unique realm of truth. A novel setting, humorous yet realistic visuals, and vividly portrayed characters' emotions—a masterpiece of Eastern fantasy. [Sending Heart]

28. 178 仗 Wielding a Sword to Carve Dragons 仗剑雕龙 Raincoat Warrior雨衣战神Eastern Fantasy4.1M WordsCompleted (Original martial arts fiction, multiple heroines, no transmigration, no System, not a do-gooder, not a villain) Is the martial world really just about killing people? When Lin Tu first stepped into it, that's what he thought. Then he took part in the Golden Cauldron Tournament, the Poetry Duel, the Golden Light Martial Debate... and even a grand war fought by the people of the martial world. He met one legendary figure after another: the Eight Wanderers, sect leaders from great schools, peerles 2.3kReads7.2Score223Shelves

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    Original martial arts fantasy, fictional setting, over two million words. Below are some common comments from book reviews: 1. Why are all the female leads married women? [Tears turning to laughter][Evil laugh] 2. The plot is quite good. /// Some highlights of this book: 1. No system, no time travel; 2. The protagonist is neither a great demon nor a saint; 3. The protagonist and supporting characters are mostly intelligent; 4. The plot is written with care; 5. There aren't many exciting moments in the early stages, but the story unfolds gradually and becomes increasingly exciting.

29. 179 道 The Way Is Long and Fraught with Obstacles 道阻且恒长 Nonsense Goose无稽之鹅Eastern Fantasy274k WordsOngoing In the Age of Gods and Demons, humanity declined. Countless mighty figures of extraordinary ability led mankind, step by step, toward a resurgence. Later, the Celestial Gods grew wary of humanity and banished them to the mortal realm. Humanity fractured from within and fought the demon race for years. Three hundred years ago, Emperor Zhaolie united humanity, founding the Great Qi to stand against the Ten Demon Kingdoms. This is the worst of times: an empress dowager holds the court in her gri —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend this book. The pacing is a bit slow at the beginning, but it gets better and better as you read on. The plot is very engaging, and I've already reached the latest chapter! I'm really looking forward to how the story unfolds. The writing style is reminiscent of "Sword Comes," and it's been a long time since I've seen a book like this. In a market dominated by fast-paced, exciting stories, this author is all the more precious... I hope you keep updating! It's just that the updates are too infrequent right now! Author, please write more!

30. 180 剑 The Sword Returns to the Long River 剑归长川 Yao Chuan尧川Eastern Fantasy498k WordsOngoing [Swordsmanship + Xianxia + Jianghu + Ensemble Cast + Intelligent Characters] For decades, war has raged without end across the Eastern Domain. Fortunately, General Chu Fanshan has devoted himself to turning the tide, winning ten years of peace for the realm. But the old general is dead, and those with wolfish ambitions still stir up trouble. Now, a young man steps out of a small city in Huangzhou, vowing to defend that peace. My name is Chu Yaochuan. This is my story: I carry out the general’s d 78Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Ensemble cast, sword cultivators, pure love fantasy novel

31. 181 永 The Eternal Night’s Long Song 永夜长歌 Committed to the Long Night执于长夜Eastern Fantasy2.2M WordsCompleted A demon crawling out of the depths of hell lets out a furious roar at the gods enthroned above. People piled high like livestock twist, collapse, go mad, and vanish in the darkness... Someone opens their eyes in the eternal night, kindling a lamp with their life and writing an epic in blood. 3.1kReads9.1Score289Shelves

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    Ah, the world of martial arts is nothing more than a cup of wine and a beautiful woman.

32. 182 刘 Liu Ling Turns No Guest Away 刘伶不留客 Lin Jiuchong林九重Historical557k WordsOngoing No transmigration. This is the story of a young man in the final years of the Eastern Jin dynasty. His entire family is massacred. His father dies after laying a plan in motion, leaving behind a fragment of a map. The young man begins by investigating an old case involving the Zhenbei Army, founded by his father, bent on revenge. Then Former Qin invades, and Xie An prepares to take the field. Should he investigate the old case, or save the world? After the war, a powerful minister usurps the thr 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This one's good, I'm following it. It's a traditional martial arts/historical story, no time travel, no cultivation, no fanfiction, set in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, with court intrigue and a passionate young protagonist. Give it a try and see if you can read it. If you like it, you can add it to your bookshelf.

33. 183 诀 The Dao-Cutting Art 诀天道 Yue Xin Hengtian月信恒天Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsOngoing (No mindless protagonist, no clichéd plot, a cunning lead, fully realized characters, no System, twin swords) The twin swords ring out, cleaving the heavens. Let souls be severed and bones torn out as you will. The world shall know no more bloody storms. I am both demon and god! With everything shattered, can it be made whole again? Faced with the shackles of fate, he will cut them apart with his twin swords! The gods and demons wage war for a hundred years. The Heavenly Dao is merciless, treati 3.2kReads—Score261Shelves

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    The author updates three times a day and has not stopped updating all year. There is no system or cheat, the male protagonist is more cunning than a sieve, he wields two swords, neither worships gods nor kneels to demons, he fights his way out of the mountains of corpses and seas of blood in the war between gods and demons, and finally directly cuts down the Heavenly Dao!

34. 184 揽 Embracing the Moon, Stirring the Pure Breeze 揽月撼清风 Be Good with Yang好好和杨Eastern Fantasy506k WordsCompleted Traditional xianxia, no System, one female lead, written in a dreamlike stream-of-consciousness style. After the Xuanyuan Sword seals the Rift in the Sky, an even greater threat to the mortal world returns with the Red-Eyed Demon Star. The newly chosen Emperor of Earth is a mediocrity. Humans, demons, and immortals are bound by a pact, while secretly waging their own conflicts. With the fate of heaven and earth hanging by a thread, who will emerge victorious? A journey through the jianghu, a jou 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A fantasy novel similar to "The Legend of Sword and Fairy," without a system, featuring a single female protagonist, and written in a dreamlike stream-of-consciousness style. It describes how, after the Xuanyuan Sword sealed the Heavenly Scar, an even greater threat to humanity arrives again, aided by the Crimson Comet. The newly chosen Earth Emperor is an incompetent figure. There are contracts and clandestine conflicts between humans, demons, and immortals. With the fate of heaven and earth hanging by a thread, who will ultimately prevail? The journey through the martial world is filled with adventure and encounters, and everyone is a protagonist, possessing humanity and thought. It's realistic, but perhaps a bit too slow-paced [awkward laugh].

35. 185 覆 Blood-Soaked Night Blade 覆血夜刀行 Liu Bubai刘不白Eastern Fantasy2.7M WordsCompleted I rode hard and swung my blade for three thousand li; over ten years, I took nine thousand lives. That was the fate the jianghu had in store for me during my first nineteen years. I began my cultivation journey in Nanjing, carrying a white-haired coffin and the infamous Ghostcleaver Blade. My life was full of misfortune, but I was gifted. I just never expected to be afraid of heights while flying on a magical weapon. My enemies who want me dead are as numerous as hairs on an ox. The people I wan 2Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 186 囚 The Imprisoned King 囚王 Li Anglong李盎龙Eastern Fantasy425k WordsCompleted Who am I? I woke up in a prince's manor after a seven-day dream. I had forgotten who I was, where I came from, and where I was going. It seemed I had once been plotting something, but before I could investigate, an assassination attempt sent me stumbling into the martial world. Thus began the weaving of a conspiracy spanning both court and martial world. 181Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A spirited and energetic main cast, a fairly traditional martial arts story, featuring an amnesiac male protagonist who, posing as a prince, wanders the martial arts world. No system, no time travel, no harem [crying emoji]

37. 187 白 White Robes, Snow Armor 白袍雪甲 Enjoying the World享邑四方Historical1.5M WordsOngoing For thousands of years, countless legends have unfolded across the Nine Provinces: the Song dynasty’s god of war, who swept across the world and suffered only one defeat in his entire life; the warrior who could take on ten thousand men, stopping a million-strong army with a single sword; the frail scholar who defied heaven itself for the sake of a promise to a friend; and the middle-aged man of letters who cared for all the people and sought peace for the common folk. Beneath Yudu City, a battl 30Reads8.3Score—Shelves
38. 188 龙 Dragon Gate 龙门 A Night of Misty Rain一夕烟雨Historical1.1M WordsCompleted The Old Pillar burned down the imperial palace, and the little princess Chen Hongli disappeared. The Pillar's residence was awash with blood overnight. Eleven years later, Su Bai headed south from the northwestern border of the State of Chen, returning to the imperial city of Luoyang. 5.7kReads8.5Score405Shelves

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    My idea of ​​the martial arts world

39. 189 鹤 The Crane Calls in the Ninth Heaven 鹤鸣于九天 Lazy Hut Scholar懒庐书生Eastern Fantasy370k WordsCompleted Has martial arts fiction really died? I don't believe it! Who among us didn't dream of the martial world when we were young? Martial arts fiction is a romance unique to us Chinese, deep in our bones! A chivalrous heart, tender affections, drinking and singing with abandon, brewing tea with snow: this is a martial world full of love, loyalty, gratitude, revenge, poetry, wine, flowers, and tea! 242Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is very much like a martial arts novel!

40. 190 我 My Years Slaying Demons at the Vegetable Market 我在菜市口斩妖除魔那些年 Tycoon大亨Eastern Fantasy3.1M WordsCompleted Li Changsheng woke up to find himself an executioner at the vegetable market in the Great Ming Dynasty! As demons ran rampant across the eight-hundred-year-old Ming Dynasty and heaven and earth underwent a tremendous upheaval, he discovered that executing death-row prisoners earned him all kinds of rewards! Qi-reading, qi cultivation, divination, death substitution, paper effigy creation, concealment, face-changing, puppetry, medicine, mechanical arts... Across tens of thousands of years and the 1.4kReads7.1Score120Shelves

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    This one is pretty good; it's a bit different from the Jianghu style.

41. 191 七 The Seven Stars Chronicles of Chivalry 七星侠义录 Haotian Sword浩天剑Urban559k WordsCompleted In a modern city, an evil force is quietly taking root. Seven chivalrous heroes from Jin Yong's stories possess seven ordinary people from different walks of life. Through training, they gain powerful martial arts skills and, guided by a mysterious figure, join forces to fight evil... 50Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The Seven Heroes of Jin Yong are together! Everyone is welcome to come and support them.

42. 192 客 Inn · Lights Out · Ask Not About Revenge 《客栈·熄灯·莫问仇》 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨6k WordsCompleted Inn, Lights Out, Ask Not About Revenge 5Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The opening of "The Princess and the Sword Immortal" unfolds like a vast desert landscape. Amidst swirling snow and biting winds, Princess Zhao Jin, accompanied by her maid Bihe, quietly escapes the confines of the palace and plunges into the treacherous world of martial arts. This scene is reminiscent of Guo Jing and Huang Rong's first encounter in the snowstorm of Zhangjiakou. However, Zhao Jin is not as clever and nimble as Huang Rong; her will is resolute, her vision broad, and her noble bearing makes her a hidden gem in this perilous world, drawing the reader's attention. The "Lone Sword Immortal," Xiao Jianqiu, is a renowned figure whose martial arts have reached a pinnacle. With his "Autumn Water Ancient Sword" unsheathed, no one can withstand three moves, leaving all heroes helpless. He is aloof and elusive, yet not heartless. The princess and the sword immortal, one noble, one reclusive; one passionate, one cold, their fates intertwined in this harsh winter, inevitably leading to a momentous upheaval. The story is ingeniously structured from the outset, with vividly portrayed characters, suspenseful plot twists, and hidden dangers amidst the snowstorm, making it a truly captivating masterpiece.

43. 193 小 Little Taoist, Ten Years of Sign-Ins, Invincible the Moment You Descend the Mountain 小道士，签到十年，下山即无敌 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨8k WordsCompleted The Little Taoist: Ten Years of Sign-In, Invincible the Moment He Descends the Mountain 11Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 194 高 High Martial: I Begin by Mastering the Quick-Draw Technique 高武：从领悟拔刀术开始 Writer Number Seven七号写手Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted [Plot-focused] [The story comes first, System upgrades are secondary] [Please don’t read if that’s not your thing]. Here’s the blurb: Tang Yu is kind by nature. He activates a System with killing as its goal, taking other people’s karma by killing them and using that karma to comprehend martial arts and grow stronger. Fu Hongxue’s Quickdraw, Duan Yu’s Beiming Divine Skill, Nie Feng’s Ice Heart Formula, Song Que’s Eight Heavenly Blade Techniques... The Wolf, King of Killers, Black Blade, Butcher 1.3kReads8.8Score199Shelves

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    I only recommend the classics; the second one is unbeatable.

45. 195 折 Willow Branches Forged into Blades 《折柳成刀》 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨6k WordsCompleted Willow Branches Forged into Blades 13Reads—Score—Shelves
46. 196 折 A Long Song for a Broken Sword 折剑长歌 A Fei Loves to Eat阿飞很爱吃Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted The jianghu is a great dream you long to wake from, yet never can, trapped within it, sinking and crawling. It is also a poem, with every person a character in its verses. A thousand words and ten thousand voices come together to tell a single story. 256Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    These are the worlds of martial arts I yearn for. Dear readers, feel free to take a look! [Cool]

47. 197 群 Chronicles of Heroes and Chivalrous Shadows 群英侠影录 Golden-Feathered Eagle金羽雕Eastern Fantasy533k WordsOngoing A traditional wuxia novel steeped in history. It is a story of love and vengeance for family and country, of chivalrous heroes and young gallants in fine clothes riding spirited steeds. The novel creates a vast jianghu and an expansive world of martial arts. Its breadth of martial arts, number of schools, and cast of characters are among its defining features. Inspired by the narrative methods and writing styles of Liang Yusheng and Jin Yong, every word has been independently conceived and writt 1.5kReads—Score149Shelves

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    A traditional martial arts novel with a profound historical weight and atmospheric depth. A young swordsman reshapes the passionate world of martial arts, where love and hate intertwine amidst the flames of war. The writing style is reminiscent of Jin Yong and Liang Yusheng! The entire work is written in an ancient style, with solid writing skills, a simple and fluent style, and rich vocabulary. Every word and sentence is carefully crafted by the author, avoiding any AI creation! The work possesses deep cultural connotations and historical elements, making it a valuable collectible. Updated daily, adding new chapters to your reading list without disrupting your schedule! In the shattered Southern Song Dynasty, a young swordsman, under orders from his master, leaves his valley to protect the descendants of Yue Fei, uphold justice in the martial arts world, and outwit and outmaneuver a group of top-tier villains! The protagonist's martial arts are uniquely designed, and the fights are exceptionally exciting. Witness how this young swordsman fights his way through the heavens! The love, hatred, and grudges of the martial arts world are all contained within the book! The work has a grand concept, rigorous logic, and no loopholes. The work's theme is grand, advocating the martial arts ideal of those who prioritize the well-being of all people and the spirit of chivalry for a world of universal harmony. The plot is exciting and fast-paced, with a slow-paced tone that gradually accelerates after the protagonist arrives in Jiangnan. The work is cleverly and seamlessly structured, employing a wide range of literary and artistic techniques on a macro level. The author consulted extensive historical materials from the Song and Jin dynasties, making it suitable for reading as a historical martial arts novel as well. It doesn't aim for a fast-paced first three chapters, but rather focuses on readability and depth, making it suitable for discerning martial arts novel enthusiasts.

48. 198 孤 The Lone Shadow, Twin Heroes 孤影双侠 When Life Turns Turbulent若是生活起波澜Eastern Fantasy135k WordsOngoing The jianghu and the imperial court, returning from a secret realm. Three gangs and six sects, embroiled in feuds and conflict. I once thought, “The jianghu is treacherous, but it’s only about fighting with weapons. The secular world is dull, yet people’s hearts are unfathomable.” Only after living through it did I realize: “Where there are people, there are desires; where there are desires, there is a jianghu.” “Remember how, in our youth, we aspired to soar among the clouds and vowed to be th —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Fortunately, I have received the Pearl Tears; what does death matter! —Character Hong Shangwen

49. 199 大 The Great Dao Dies, but I Live On; Even as Spiritual Energy Dries Up, I Remain Evergreen 大道死而我不死，灵气枯竭我长青 Principal Typhoon台风校长Eastern Fantasy2.0M WordsCompleted [Immortality + no System + not a power fantasy + fictional setting + slow-paced] [The story mainly follows the protagonist as he travels and witnesses the changes after spiritual energy dries up.] Have you seen an age of prosperity, when spiritual energy was abundant, countless races rose to prominence, and geniuses shone like stars in the sky? But have you ever lived through an era when spiritual energy ran dry, all magic withered, and the Great Dao died? Have you seen a vast immortal dynasty g 41.1kReads8.9Score3.6kShelves

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    Not bad [heart emoji]

50. 200 冰 The World Frozen Over 冰封天下 It's a Certain Cai是蔡某人Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsOngoing [Single heroine] [No System] [Lighthearted] [Scheming] My name is Ji Wuqing. Just as my spiritual power is ice, I’m an aloof, handsome man with no feelings. One sword, and frost chills fourteen continents. I’m not only powerful, I kill without mercy. If you believe me... Then I’ve fooled you. Hehe. 208Reads8.7Score—Shelves

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