High Intelligence, Brilliant Scheming, Calculating, and Cunning 高智商 高略谋 高算计 高阴险

1. 701 只EN As Long as I Outlive You All, I Can Be Invincible 只要把你们都熬死，我就能无敌 Sour Candy酸宝Eastern Fantasy1.5M WordsCompleted Cultivation is a path toward immortality, but one’s lifespan eventually runs out. That is why cultivators must keep advancing, becoming saints and emperors to extend their lives. Chen Xia, however, was the complete opposite. Ever since he transmigrated, he had been immortal, and he had also gained a stat-allocation System. For every year he lived, he earned one attribute point. And so, a legend arose throughout the Myriad Worlds about an ultimate schemer. “A gentleman’s revenge is never too late 70.3kReads9.3Score6.7kShelves
2. 702 民 Strange Tales from the Min Tiao Bureau: Mian Zhuan 民调局异闻录之勉传 Er Dong Shuishou耳东水寿Mystery8.3M WordsCompleted This is the story of an immortal man spanning two thousand years. In every corner of history, he left his name behind. To some, he was a nightmare. To others, he awakened them from the nightmares that haunted them. At the beginning of the story, his name was Wu Mian. By the end, his name was Invincible. 22.5kReads9.4Score2.2kShelves
3. 703 乖 Be Good, Be Wild 乖一点，野一点 Yi Si Qi Tong一四七童Modern Romance164k WordsOngoing [Ratings just opened, slowly climbing] [Refined yet depraved heir to a powerful Beijing family VS glamorous, cold, and gutsy heiress with a melancholic Hong Kong vibe] [The ultimate clash between hunter and hunted] A silent battle. The first to bow loses. [Flirtatious push and pull, two strong-willed rivals, mind-bending suspense, urban workplace] [Reunited after years apart, long-planned schemes, mutual salvation, rekindled love] [Love] “Once we're together, it's for life. Only death can part u 1Reads7.4Score—Shelves

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   A story of mature urban men and women, incredibly charming and captivating, a clash of titans, both leads possessing high intelligence and emotional intelligence, a battle of wits and wits, a restrained and reserved powerful figure, a psychologist, and a seemingly fragile yet incredibly capable heiress teacher, an intensely ambiguous and agonizing relationship, bittersweet and captivating, meticulously crafted, fast-paced, realistic everyday life, both heartwarming and romantic—it's so good!

4. 704 曼 Mansheng in the Cloud 曼生云端 December Rabbit十二月兔子Urban223k WordsOngoing [AI sci-fi + Transmigration + Suspense] What kind of world are we living in under capitalism? A nobody fresh out of college needs a date just to land a dead-end job, but instead gets caught in the schemes of a mysterious, wealthy mother and daughter. The young man becomes a corporate informant, steals trade secrets from his employer, and helps the pair defend their palace in a business war. He transmigrates for them to destroy their kin and eliminate Chu, then discovers dark energy. Little does —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   In this capitalist world, young Karami, fresh out of college and looking for a job, goes on blind dates but gets scammed by a mysterious wealthy mother and daughter. He becomes their informant, stealing company secrets and helping them in their business dealings. He even helps them travel through time to find dark energy, unaware that the dark matter "artifact" they're searching for has already triggered the evolution of supernatural consciousness in Earth's life forms and the rise of AI. Simultaneously, the AI ​​consciousness of silicon-based life forms has awakened. Will humanity still be in its own hands...?

5. 705 惊 Thriller Game: From the Start, I Urge the Ghost Courtesan to Reform! 惊悚游戏：开局劝鬼花魁从良！ Sweet Sweet Sweet Stories甜甜甜故事Mystery1.2M WordsCompleted [Horror game + comedic mild horror + infinite-flow + livestream + no heroine + the protagonist doesn’t act human + everyone is clever + everyone lies + original game scenarios] [The only novel online to tell the story of what happened before the horror game invaded!] [Horror scenario “Ghost Brothel” fully loaded. Players, please get ready!] Lin Xun, a hack screenwriter, is transported into a horror game. Unblockable horror livestreams spread across the internet, turning this into a terrifying sp 5.7kReads9.3Score625Shelves

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   Then I have to mention my brother Xun. He single-handedly overthrew the whole world and became the president of the Lin Xun Victims Association by his own abilities, haha!

6. 706 弥 Atonement 弥罪 A Single Mysterious Word一语玄臣Mystery967k WordsCompleted I fell through the darkness and saw my own eyes in the reflection. The more someone fears trouble, the more trouble comes looking for them. We are all creatures struggling to survive among the thorns, reaching out our guilty hands in the direction time flows. And now, what can I use to make amends for my sins? 889Reads9.1Score125Shelves

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   Trust me! They all look great!

7. 707 何 What Is an Immortal? What Is a Demon? 何为仙！何为魔！ Beyond the Mortal World逸于凡尘Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsOngoing In the shadowy reaches of the demonic path, he cultivated for thousands of years. At last, hunted by the Immortal Realm, he had no choice but to open a secret realm: the Heavenly River Pavilion. He returns to the past! Schemes against all heroes! Decisive and ruthless! Profit above all else!!! All to find the Dao he seeks. The world may seem ever-shifting, but it is your own heart that lacks resolve. This world changes endlessly and without warning. How can you know whether what lies ahead is 2.2kReads9.3Score200Shelves

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   This is a rebirth novel with excellent writing, a true male-oriented story. The protagonist is self-serving, truly utilizing his future memories to plan ahead from the start, unlike other mindless novels where the reborn protagonist constantly provokes others. This novel completely avoids such brainless plots. The protagonist's intelligence is also exceptional. Although he plans his future path based on his past life's memories, his actions are skillful and shrewd, always demonstrating caution and high wisdom. Furthermore, there are no mindless plot points; the logic is rigorous. The protagonist is an extremely self-interested individual, not a mindless novel! Not a mindless novel! Not a mindless novel! I'm saying it three times because it's important. If you're looking for a mindless, feel-good novel, look elsewhere! If you don't read carefully, you'll miss many foreshadowing elements. Be mindful while reading and don't skip ahead. Even a single word or sentence might be a key element related to the subsequent plot development. Also, the hooks the author planted will be explained later, perhaps in one, two, or even many chapters. From what I've read so far, there are virtually no major problems. You can read it with confidence. A few more words: If you're not going to read this without thinking, don't bother. Some of the exciting parts are on the surface, and some aren't. If you can't understand them, don't waste your time.

8. 708 布 A Fearsome Man in Commoner's Clothes 布衣凶猛 Li Poshan李破山Historical3.5M WordsCompleted [War + Passion + History] “Mu, do you want a wife? Just say the word and I’ll bring one to you in a bit.” A streetwise young rascal crosses paths with a rich girl fleeing disaster. I transmigrated into a chaotic age. Armed with blades, bows, and horses, I’ll protect my family and keep us alive. 5.8kReads8.8Score574Shelves

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   There's nothing they can't scheme against, only things you can't imagine.

9. 709 沉 The Fallen Star Seeks the Dao 沉星问道 Dao Gui岛归Eastern Fantasy641k WordsOngoing The Su family, with a legacy stretching back a thousand years, has crumbled into dust. Su Qingyan, the last surviving member, happens upon Chen and his daughter, who save him. He joins a struggling minor sect and endures a life of hardship and upheaval as he strives to restore his ancestors' former glory. 521Reads—Score—Shelves

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   High intelligence, strategic thinking, and cunning

10. 710 双 Twin God-Tier Martial Souls, Shocking the Demon Emperor's Wife! 双生神级武魂，震惊妖帝老婆！ The White Dragon Is No Dragon白龙非龙Eastern Fantasy7.3M WordsOngoing [Multiple heroines + shocking, passionate action + fairies and demons with unexpected sides + hilarious, outrageous “filial sons”] The thrills never stop after he leaves the mountains, and neither do the schemes. Luo Fanchen, a legendary heartbreaker and “playboy,” transmigrates and is dragged back to a village by his demoness wife from the very start. He awakens two heaven-defying, mysterious martial souls, encounters fairies and demonesses, and pulls one outrageous stunt after another… In this 222.9kReads9.5Score18kShelves

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    The protagonist is incredibly cunning; he's a true disciple of Lao Liu.

11. 711 天 Heavenly Abyss 天渊 Mu Xiao Sansheng沐潇三生Eastern Fantasy6.4M WordsOngoing (The print edition has been published and is available to buy online) A hundred years ago, Chen Qingyuan entered a forbidden zone called the Heavenly Abyss. His soul lamp went out, and everyone believed he was dead. Today, Chen Qingyuan has emerged from the forbidden zone alive, but his cultivation has been destroyed and his spiritual roots severed. With his beloved breaking off their engagement and the various sects bullying him, what is Chen Qingyuan supposed to do? “Chen Qingyuan, you have tw 981.4kReads9.4Score102.3kShelves
12. 712 夏 Saint of Summer 夏圣 Horse Racing on South Mountain南山跑马Eastern Fantasy6.1M WordsOngoing Heroes vie for supremacy, and a century of chaos engulfs the land. The Great Xia Dynasty unifies the Nine Provinces, while court rivalries stir up storms and the martial world shifts beneath a veil of intrigue. I was nothing but an ordinary young man. But when the world’s fortunes change, watch me reach out and overturn the order of heaven and earth, then lie across the land and bring peace to all. 21.6kReads8.5Score1.5kShelves
13. 713 午 The Midnight Pawnshop: The Living Must Keep Away 午夜当铺，活人回避 Chong Xiayueban虫下月半Mystery4.0M WordsOngoing [Traditional Supernatural Horror] [Chinese Folk Customs] [Unorthodox Trade] [Tales of Evil Objects] [No Romance] This is a strange pawnshop that deals exclusively in sinister objects with special value! When something goes against the natural order, evil must be at work! Some things simply should not exist in this world! Coins stuffed into the mouths of the dead, an executioner's blade, grave mushrooms, flesh lingzhi, Kunlun fetuses... Evil objects can harm people, but they can also help them! T 278.5kReads9.4Score24.3kShelves

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    Attention all post-apocalyptic readers! This book features no system or cheat codes, but a protagonist with high intelligence engages in constant strategic maneuvering and unexpected twists. The portrayal of human nature is realistic and profound, and it gets more exciting as you read on.

14. 714 默 The Silent Sword’s Path to Immortality 默剑长生 Gentle Breeze and Drizzle Rong和风细雨蓉Eastern Fantasy887k WordsOngoing Modern painter Shen Mo transmigrates into the body of a constable’s son in the Great Liang dynasty. Using the Daoist art of ink painting as a key to cultivation, he turns ordinary skills into a path to immortality, practicing amid the everyday bustle of life as he sets foot on the road to becoming an immortal... 4kReads9.3Score348Shelves
15. 715 末 Apocalypse Cockroach 末日蟑螂 Mighty Cockroach伟岸蟑螂Sci-Fi & Apocalypse6.3M WordsCompleted Zhang Xiaoqiang is an insignificant nobody, a lazy loser who had been content to lounge around and wait to die. Staying at home lets him avoid the first outbreak of the zombie virus. When he sees his neighbors in the same apartment complex turn into zombies, he is overcome with boundless terror. He struggles to survive alone in an Apocalypse where people prey on each other. At last, worn down by loneliness, he picks up his gear and heads out into a world shrouded in smoke and fire. He takes the 27.3kReads8.9Score2.4kShelves
16. 716 野 Ambitious as Ever, I Treat the Male Lead Like a Monster to Grind 野心勃勃，我把男主当怪刷 Lie Flat Biscuit躺平小饼干Ancient Romance636k WordsOngoing [No CP] [Villainess] [爽文] [No Holds Barred] (The story includes forced romance scenes, with the woman forcing the man. Please proceed with caution if that's not your thing.) Modern-day top student Li Yang transmigrates into the body of a poor girl in ancient times. Her father is a drunken gambler, her mother was sold to pay off his debts, and she's in hell mode from the start? Don't worry, she's bound to a romance System! The System tells her to pursue a promising target? She uses a little tri 41.2kReads8.8Score6.8kShelves

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    This book has a lot of setup at the beginning, but after reading the transitions, the rest is simply divine.

17. 717 夭 Good Grief! I Woke Up as the Traitorous Official's Wife, Destined to Die Young 夭寿啦！一睁眼穿成奸臣早死原配 Every Inch Is Gold寸寸金Ancient Romance679k WordsCompleted Shen Heng transmigrates into an alternate history as the secret first wife of Xie Jian, the most notorious corrupt chancellor of all time, and finds herself on the way to elope with someone. She doesn't even know where to begin complaining. This is what the Record of True Chancellors says about Xie Jian: Xie Jian, courtesy name Zixuan, was the last chancellor of the Great Cong Dynasty. Through his own efforts, he brought down the dynasty, which had stood for over six hundred years. His life: He 17.2kReads9.0Score2.1kShelves

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    The author's writing style is skillful, the logic is clear, and the male protagonist has high intelligence.

18. 718 一 The Legend of a Man 一个男人的传说 Wings of Melancholy in the Night夜色忧羽Urban393k WordsOngoing [Not a mindless wish-fulfillment novel, not fan fiction, no system] If you had only one choice to make in your life, would you live on your knees, or would you rather stand tall and be destroyed?! This is a novel you need to settle down and read at your own pace. [Prison Arc] Dark, violent, and oppressive, but with hope left behind. [Tiger Emerges from the Mountain] Focused on growth, groundwork, and choosing a path. [Dragon Rises from the Sea] Focused on confrontation, breakneck pacing, and exh 4Reads6.8Score—Shelves

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    No system, no cheat codes, no wish-fulfillment stories, and no mindless plots. A deep portrayal of a realistic prison, adapted from the real-life godfather-level figure in Southern China, combining power struggles with violent aesthetics.

19. 719 涤 Sin-Cleansing Killer System 涤罪杀手系统 Dong Muyu东木宇Urban725k WordsCompleted System + No Female Lead + Not a Wish-Fulfillment Novel This story is entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual events or people is purely coincidental. Bai Yi is an orphan adopted by a retired criminal investigator. Raised on lessons about justice, he knows all too well that there are many evils in the world that the law cannot eradicate. He has grown numb to them, but one day, quite by chance, a voice rings out in his mind: Congratulations, Host, you have awakened the Assassin System... 1.8kReads8.7Score147Shelves

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    High IQ Crime Trial

20. 720 史 History's Greatest Accountant: From the Start, I Reported My Boss 史上最强会计：开局我举报领导 Cold Yan of the North燕地寒Urban874k WordsCompleted In middle age, Bai Qi is transferred to a company on the verge of bankruptcy to serve as chief accountant. The company head and his trusted associates are busy embezzling funds, taking bribes, and trading power for money and sex. Beneath the revelry and song lies a bloody storm, and they set their sights on Bai Qi. Creditors crowd the doors, huge sums of money disappear, and a weasel turns thief. See how this seasoned professional navigates the tangled mess, holds his ground, and leads the compa 167Reads8.5Score—Shelves

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    Despite its low rating, this novel is of excellent quality. It's a realistic portrayal of workplace politics and intrigue, not a wish-fulfillment story, but it offers practical and effective guidance for life, providing valuable knowledge after reading.

21. 721 灰 The Gray Lotus 灰莲花 Clouds of Rough Noodles Again又见糙面云Modern Romance819k WordsCompleted [A textbook case of realist business warfare + a deeply romantic, top-tier intellectual romance] The world has gone mad. A top-tier rich, handsome young heir is forced to compete with his wealthy wife for a lover... “If she likes me and I like her too, then we’ll each have to prove ourselves.” The male lead is loaded with resources and comes with every advantage, while the female lead has brains and beauty and rises from humble beginnings. A textbook case of realist business warfare, arranged fa 36.3kReads9.4Score4.3kShelves

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    A must-read realistic romance novel, this one elevates Tomato's overall quality. It's a genuine depiction of high society, with the male and female leads deeply in love, from initial avoidance to later self-sacrifice. The story is intensely emotional, sweet to the extreme, and sophisticatedly angsty—a masterpiece unmatched.

22. 722 穿 Transmigrated: A Violent Couple Spoils Each Other 穿越，暴力夫妻互宠 Rapid1急速1Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Modern-day workplace ace Yang Mengmeng drinks herself to death at a business dinner while celebrating a million-yuan commission. She transmigrates into the body of a girl in the Great Banner Dynasty who shares her name. The girl had been beaten to death by her parents and older brother. Following the principle of not wasting anything and putting useless things to good use, Yang Mengmeng is sold into a ghost marriage. The widower Wang, a hunter from Big Tree Village, buys her as his wife because 3.9kReads9.2Score355Shelves

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    Absolutely high IQ

23. 723 重 Reborn with an AI Brain, I Master the Power Game 重生AI大脑玩转权力 Maple on a Sunny Day晴天的枫Urban1.8M WordsCompleted An overworked programmer dies from working overtime and is reborn with an AI brain. In this life, he becomes a child prodigy, builds a business empire before turning 20, then enters politics and uses his resources to climb to the pinnacle of power! 8.2kReads7.1Score451Shelves

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    This is a political novel; the protagonist is a gifted young man who enters politics early and rises through the ranks.

24. 724 什 What Do You Mean, Outlaw? Call Me the Judge of the Living World 什么法外狂徒，请叫我人间判官 Narcissism Addict自恋中毒Urban133k WordsOngoing As a lawyer, Zhang Che's motto is: If you can't win the case, then flip the table. If a bully is found not guilty, let them get a taste of what it's like to be bullied. If someone takes a bride price and refuses to return it, bankrupt her. If loan sharks drive people to ruin, I'll treat loan sharks like a bank. I love turning the tables on the wicked. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. If you use magic, I'll use magic to defeat magic. Some people call me an outlaw beyond the law. Wrong. I'm —Reads—Score—Shelves
25. 725 蝉 Cicadas Sing as the Sun Sets in the West 蝉声且送阳西 Rain Falls, Bamboo Turns Cold雨落竹冷Eastern Fantasy2.6M WordsCompleted [Wuxia + swordsmanship + political intrigue + scheming protagonist + comedy + multiple leads] The world’s great currents form a chessboard, and all living beings are its pieces. One player commands the black pieces, another the white. One person has double pupils and looks down coldly on mortal life, overturning heaven and earth with a single gesture. Another is refined and graceful, laying schemes one after another, each linked to the next. Another, though only at the second rank, takes one ste 7.5kReads9.3Score748Shelves

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    It perfectly portrays high intelligence, strategic thinking, cunning, and intrigue. Every plot twist is unexpected yet intricately linked, with a logical and coherent storyline. Everyone on the Heavenly Secrets Ranking is a formidable opponent, constantly engaging in various battles of wits. It's a thoroughly enjoyable read.

26. 726 青 Snow in Qingzhou 青州雪 The Little Student Who Loves Meat爱吃肉的小同学Ancient Romance747k WordsCompleted Historical Romance | Alternate History [Family and country first | No golden fingers, no transmigration, no rebirth | One-on-one romance | Happy ending] This story involves ghosts and spirits. The heroine grows over the course of the story, so please keep that in mind before reading. A lone spirit wanders the mortal world, its clothes stained by golden-lamp dew, its feet treading on the fragrance of time. Yet it cannot enter the cycle of reincarnation or journey to the next life. The Lord of the 9.6kReads9.3Score1.3kShelves

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    Four dark and unconventional novels featuring ruthless and cunning characters, teaching you what it means to be a top player in a complex web of schemes! *The Golden Lamp*: A seemingly weak scholar stirs up a storm in the court, using his flawless and cunning schemes to turn princes and generals into pawns in a deadly game. He's a ruthless individual who can even tamper with the Book of Hell—a smile that hides a dagger! *The Salted Fish Rebellion*: Forced from a life of leisure to become a power-hungry mastermind, she appears to be slacking off, but in reality, she lays a trap in the vortex of power, turning those who pressured her into puppets. This maneuver deserves the title "God of a Thousand-Layer Cake"! *The Ninth Concubine's Survival Record*: The pinnacle of warlord power struggles in the Republic of China era, the seemingly insignificant ninth concubine is the mastermind. Using cosmetics as poison and her pillow talk as a weapon, she laughs last in the concubine wars, even making the warlords her puppets! "The Story of a Raided House": From a useless nobody in a noble family to a scheming queen, she hides half a military book during a raid on her house. She endures humiliation for three years and uses eighteen kinds of underhanded tricks, such as using others to kill and sowing discord, to make her former enemies kneel on the ruins and beg for mercy!

27. 727 复 Revenge Begins With the Perfect Accident 复仇，从制造完美意外开始 George Talks a Big Game乔治侃大山Urban521k WordsCompleted [High-IQ plots involving accidental killings and locked-room murders] [A logical, high-IQ power fantasy] To prevent crime and reduce the likelihood of criminal acts, a brand-new variety show, Simulated Crime, takes the world by storm. The guests enter a space capsule, where their brain waves connect to a fully simulated metaverse. Studying the crimes committed by guests during their revenge plots can provide criminal investigation with valuable experience and improve the efficiency of solving ca 2.4kReads8.9Score213Shelves
28. 728 从 From Doctor to Underworld Boss 从医生苟成社会大佬 Carefree Gaze at the Horizon逍遥望天涯Urban1.1M WordsCompleted [Urban + society + passionate + fill in the blanks yourself...] Surgeon You Tianfu was sentenced to prison after a medical accident, where he unexpectedly crossed paths with the biggest local property development syndicate. After his release, he joined them, and his life's course changed completely. His white coat turned into a black trench coat, and his surgical scissors became twin blades! From dreaming of saving lives as a miracle doctor to transforming into a generation of underworld kingpin 72Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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    From Doctor to Gangster Boss Author: Xiaoyao Wangtianya Synopsis: [Urban + Social + Action + Use Your Imagination...] Surgeon You Tianfu is imprisoned for a medical malpractice incident, where he unexpectedly meets the largest local business group. After his release, he joins them, completely changing his life trajectory. White coats become black trench coats, surgical scissors become double-edged swords! From his dream of becoming a benevolent healer to his transformation into a powerful tycoon, this unassuming man, along with his brothers, rises step by step from a lowly doctor to a gangster boss! Note: All content in this book is purely fictional. Feel free to criticize if you don't like it; no need to scroll away.

29. 729 全 Manhunt Across the City: I'm Really Not a Criminal 全城围捕：我真不是罪犯啊 Yuan Mu圆目Mystery657k WordsCompleted When he opens his eyes, Chen Mu, a former criminal police officer in his previous life, discovers that he has been reborn in a parallel world. And he has become an escaped convict wanted for an entire family’s murder! Shrill police sirens ring across the city as heavily armed officers close in from every direction. A net of traps leaves no way out. Ding! [Escape System issuing a mission] [Main Mission: Publicly serialize and update the story of your escape] [Side Mission: Find the real culprit b 58.8kReads8.5Score4.7kShelves
30. 730 林 Lost in the Linhai Forest 林海迷踪 Carefree Gaze at the Horizon逍遥望天涯Mystery788k WordsCompleted A grudge between humans and wolves, and a curse passed down through generations. A ferocious pack of wolves on Mount Daibai, led by a mysterious chief whose existence is unknown to the outside world. A spiritual golden eagle in the desert wasteland, a wondrous species that defies nature. An ancient giant serpent on a desolate island in the North Sea, the undisputed king of pythons. A colossal beast in the depths of the ocean, and an unexpected second world. Three people are brought together by t 7.8kReads9.2Score738Shelves
31. 731 千 The Legendary Han Xin, the Greatest General of All Time 千古第一将韩信之千古传奇 Wuchuan Hua无船滑Eastern Fantasy439k WordsCompleted Han Xin was born a beggar, so where did he learn his astonishing military strategies? Where did he master such superb swordsmanship? How did he win every battle without a single defeat? Why were his victories so decisive, with large-scale clashes against his opponents so rare? How were his battlefield instincts and judgments so precise? This book recounts every one of Han Xin’s legendary exploits in detail. 4.3kReads8.4Score362Shelves

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    The plot is full of twists and turns, and Han Xin truly lives up to his reputation as a military genius. The book skillfully blends history, legend, and fantasy in its depiction of Han Xin's legendary rise to power, with a particularly brilliant portrayal of the art of war. Han Xin's legendary life ends because of his loved ones, revealing the depths of human nature.

32. 732 军 The Warlord's Ninth Concubine 军阀家的九姨太 Just in Time for 710恰逢710Modern Romance81k WordsCompleted [Republic era + tragic romance + white moonlight + love and hatred + household intrigue + faked death] [Older, cold, domineering warlord × seemingly innocent Ninth Concubine] Nanjing has a bustling commercial street, and on that street stands the most respectable Governor's Residence, home to the famous Northern warlord, Governor Huo. Governor Huo became famous for his nine outstanding military victories ten years ago, and ten years later, his nine concubines kept his banner flying high. And I, 754Reads8.9Score—Shelves
33. 733 至 The Supreme Con Artist 至尊骗师 Carefree Gaze at the Horizon逍遥望天涯Urban1.5M WordsCompleted People say a con artist is an actor: performers make money openly by acting onstage, while con artists make money in secret by acting offstage. A performer has to act well to win over the audience. A con artist has to act well to fool passersby. And I’m an actor who knows how to deceive, a con artist who knows how to perform... 533Reads8.8Score—Shelves
34. 734 抄 After the Estate Was Confiscated 抄家以后 Snow Tea Woof Woof雪茶汪汪Ancient Romance252k WordsCompleted [A clever, levelheaded noblewoman vs. an honest, straightforward, fiercely loyal guard] [Historical Romance + Revenge + Healing + Political Intrigue + Love That Grows Over Time + Devoted Guard] Cheng Ming'an was the daughter of a general. On the eve of her wedding, the Cheng family was arrested and their assets confiscated for treason. Her father and brothers were executed, her eldest sister took her own life, and her married sisters were put through one hardship after another. Her fiancé change 11.5kReads9.5Score1.2kShelves
35. 735 杀 Killer Legend 杀手传奇 Little Oddball from Dongjiang东江小怪Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted This work is a tribute to Mr. Wu Ji and to our youth! The story really gets more exciting as it goes on!! A killer unlike any the martial world has ever seen suddenly appears. No one knows where he came from or where he is going. Wherever he goes, he is sure to stir up trouble, and his deeds can be horrifyingly cruel, yet they also make people cheer! Killer sects and lost martial arts reappear in the martial world: Ximen Swordplay, the Flower-Splitting and Willow-Brushing Palm, the Heaven-Smit 1.2kReads7.6Score106Shelves

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    I don't like reading overly fantastical novels with systems or those involving ten thousand years of cultivation—these are too mind-bending. Instead, I prefer simple, traditional, pure martial arts novels—pure martial arts! Like the novels by Mr. Wu Ji. The plots are vivid, leaving the reader thoroughly satisfied, and the protagonists are resourceful and clever. The stories are imaginative and exciting. Going deeper, his novels encompass a wide range of topics, especially being deeply imbued with Chinese culture. They carry a strong traditional scholar-official spirit: "When poor, maintain your integrity; when successful, benefit all under heaven." It's truly inspiring! And this novel, *The Legend of the Assassin*, if you don't like it, feel free to criticize me! Seriously! The rating isn't great, but it's incredibly exciting! Many people are reading it! This work is primarily a tribute to Mr. Wu Ji, hence the word "legend" in the title. The story truly gets more exciting as it progresses! This novel makes up for some shortcomings in Mr. Wu Ji's earlier works, such as the lack of subtlety in the description of emotions, the insufficient depiction of the dark and cruel world of martial arts, and the overly perfect, somewhat unrealistic ending! However, this novel, *The Killer Legend*, depicts the darkness of the underworld and the plight of some of its protagonists too realistically! Too realistic, and often imperfect! Perhaps the author intended to portray a realistic underworld, not a perfect one! The story goes that an unprecedented assassin suddenly appears in the underworld; no one knows where he came from or where he's going. Wherever he goes, he inevitably stirs up waves, even horribly cruel, yet also evokes applause! Various assassin sects reappear in the martial arts world, along with a variety of legendary martial arts techniques: Ximen Swordplay, Flower-Splitting Willow Palm, Heavenly Strike Palm, Wind-Welcoming Willow Steps, Hundred Transformations Monkey Body Technique, Six Harmonies Palm Technique, Shadowless Swordplay, Star-Absorbing Technique, Extremely Yin and Soft Cotton Palm, the Qi Sword of a rising star in the martial arts world, Prajna Pineapple Multi-Finger Knife, One Sword Style, Two Sword Style, Nine Sword Style, Evil Dragon Form, Fire Dragon Form, Frost Spike... The story is tender and captivating, full of twists and turns, featuring Shui Qiao'er's helpless suffering, Shui Ling'er's naked escape, the tender emotions of the Bibo Gambling Queen, and the unparalleled beauty of the Thousand-Faced Demoness! It also includes the alluring charm of Yuntun Xishi! It features the carefree and unrestrained personality of Xiaotian, the unruly spirit of Xiaohushen, the compassion for the people of Murong Shenjian, the dedication to the martial arts world of Cikong Chanshi, the domineering and willful nature of the little fox, the cruelty of Yipianhong, the icy goddess Han Piaopiao, the fiery and passionate Honghonghuo Mu, and the lively and adorable Bingbing Nu… It also includes the nine major sects such as Cang, Shaolin, Kongtong, and Emei, the Heavenly Demon Cult, the two mortal enemies of the Flame Evil Palace and the Fire Cloud Palace of Flaming Mountain, the two mortal enemies of the Xuanming Yin Sect Leader and the Ice Palace, Fanjing Manor, Zizhu Manor, Tianjing Manor, the Gongsun family, a martial arts family in Jiangnan, the Dharma King Dani of the Potala Palace, and the Western Paradise monks… The story is worth looking forward to!

36. 736 凉 Cool Lips 凉唇 Gui Yu归虞Modern Romance100k WordsCompleted [Don't scroll away when you see the rating. There was a problem with the rating system just after launch; it actually deserves five stars across the board. Please give it a rating, and thank you.] [Beautifully written, with plenty of substance. Recommended for readers 30 and up.] [Realistic urban workplace + reunion after years apart + secret love becomes mutual] [Sapiosexual romance + two equally matched leads + strong female lead] For five years, they stood side by side as investment-world ris 5.2kReads6.1Score437Shelves

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    Workplace details, high quality

37. 737 开 The Open Era 开放时代 Old General of Guanzhong关西老将Urban1.2M WordsCompleted Li Yuanfang was reborn in 1990. Riding the tide of the reform era, he started out as a township civil servant, used his knowledge of the future to develop an export-oriented economy, and built a business empire. With his ingenuity and iron will, he rose from adversity, took charge of a region, and battled all kinds of powerful forces. He built water conservancy projects, roads, and schools, bringing benefits to the people and helping ordinary families achieve their dream of a stable, comfortable 788Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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    These novels about rebirth in officialdom are good and worth reading!

38. 738 异 Inquisition of Heresy 异端审问 Absurd World荒唐世界Urban451k WordsOngoing Synopsis Humanity has occupied the Northern Hemisphere for centuries. But an expedition into the unexplored Southern Hemisphere accidentally awakens a vampire clan that has slept for over a thousand years. The vampires want to conquer the world and possess supernatural powers, while ordinary humans are helpless to resist them. Under immense pressure, humanity develops a mysterious drug, giving rise to people with superhuman abilities. How will Chen Qifan, a young man burdened with the power o 1Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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    This is a fantastic online novel, incredibly immersive and vividly descriptive, sure to spark your imagination. It's a story that will test your wits and keep you on the edge of your seat, making it impossible to put down until you finish reading. Highly recommended!

39. 739 权 Notes on the Pinnacle of Power 权巅仕途笔记 The Lucky Little One Who Keeps Running犇跑的小幸运Urban3.4M WordsCompleted [Political power struggles + three generations + one female lead + climbing the ranks from the grassroots + fighting for the people + reaching the pinnacle of power!] Ye Zhenggang, the third generation of the Ye family, falls victim to a sinister scheme and spends one reckless night with Xu Xiaoqing, the cherished daughter of another top family, the Xus. Then he listens to a close friend’s instigation, runs from his responsibilities, and leaves for Bohai City. This indirectly leads to Xu Xiaoqin 35kReads8.9Score3.5kShelves
40. 740 弃 The Abandoned Daughter Is Fierce: The Scheming Poison Doctor Only Wants to Get Ahead! 弃女好凶：腹黑毒医只求上进！ Bright Blue灿蓝Ancient Romance518k WordsCompleted [No romance + a little System + transmigrate into a book + poison and medicine + genius scholar + female supporting character awakens] Only after Song Yin dies does she learn that she's merely a tool of a supporting character in a book. She has to endure a painful childhood and inhuman experiences, possess extraordinary talent, and be utterly alone and desireless, all so she can become the heroine's all-purpose companion and shine for her. She has to cure the male lead, pave the way for the h 21.9kReads9.4Score2.8kShelves

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    The female leads are incredibly cunning; they can scheme for a hundred years in one go.

41. 741 开 From the Start, I Was Lame, Yet I Built a Glorious Dynasty 开局瘸腿，打造盛世皇朝 Slippery Udon乌冬滑溜溜Historical299k WordsCompleted A modern special forces soldier dies while standing up for what is right, then transmigrates into a lame borderland commoner in a turbulent age. Powerful enemies threaten the frontier from without, intent on conquering the Central Plains and looting and slaughtering its people. Within, corrupt officials rule and scheme to squeeze the people dry. In an age of chaos, commoners are worth less than grass. Yet Zhao Cen thrives amid the turmoil, rising step by step to become a regional overlord. The G 3Reads6.6Score—Shelves

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    A high-quality alternate history novel where a special forces soldier transmigrates into the body of an ordinary, lame man. The author's writing is delicate and humorous, with excellent depictions of political intrigue and the character's seemingly weak yet cunning nature. You'll be hooked from the moment you start reading!

42. 742 被 After Being Driven from the Prince's Manor, I Became the Strongest Imperial Guard 被赶出王府后，我成了最强锦衣卫 Golden Scales in the Pond池中金鳞Eastern Fantasy3.1M WordsOngoing 71.6kReads8.6Score5.7kShelves

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    These two new books are pretty good, enjoyable, with excellent writing, tight plots, a battle of wits among all characters, intricate schemes at every turn, and unexpected twists. The only downside is the author's slow update speed [laughing emoji].

43. 743 开 I Was Laid Out on a Plank from the Start! Now I’m on a Killing Spree in Shangjing 开局躺板板！我在上京杀疯了 Boundless Daoist无界道人Historical431k WordsOngoing [Political intrigue + a battle of wits among the whole cast + fast-paced plot + a touch of ensemble drama] Two and a half years ago, I transmigrated into Great Qi as the heir of the Prince of Saibei. Now I’ve been forced to stage a little “playing dead.” Jiang Yucheng: “Didn’t see that coming, did you? I’m not dead! I faked it!” But who could have guessed that this spectacular resurrection in Youzhou was actually a trap the Qi Emperor had laid for me long ago? The Qi Emperor: “Didn’t see that co 22Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 744 人 In the Classroom of the Elite: Ayanokoji Calls Me a Pervert from the Start 人在实教，开局路哥骂我是变态 Stubborn Salted Fish头铁的咸鱼Anime Fanfiction522k WordsCompleted Wu Douyu accidentally slept himself to death, only to transmigrate into the once-popular anime Welcome to the Classroom of the Elite. He even awakened a Life Choice System. Wu Douyu had thought he was in for a wonderful life, rising to the top and marrying a beautiful, wealthy woman. But who could have guessed that his System would be such a troll! [Ding! An old lady ahead needs you to give up your seat. The Life Choice System is at your service.] [① As someone with social anxiety, you decide to 1.8kReads8.5Score101Shelves

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    The second book is still being serialized, but based on my years of reading experience, it should be a good book. The beginning is a bit funny, but the later parts are all plot holes that I either already know or haven't started filling yet. Friends who want to read it, hurry up and jump in!

45. 745 做 Be a Concubine? You're Not Worthy! I'll Find a Better Match, and You'll Beg Me to Stay 做妾？你也配？另谋高嫁你下跪 Young Master Lan公子兰Ancient Romance565k WordsCompleted This book is now available as a full-cast audio drama, and it’s hilarious! Give it a listen! [Hilarious Transmigration + Medical Space + Sweet, Satisfying Romance + Power Struggles + Palace and Household Intrigue + Mutual Devotion and Strength] A genius in medicine and poison transmigrates to ancient times with a medical space. She wakes up in a coffin, only to have a bewitching man try to steal it? Her ex-husband favors his concubine, abuses his wife, and shamelessly claims her dowry? Her fathe 5.6kReads8.9Score556Shelves

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    High IQ and strategic mind. A hilarious ancient Chinese romance novel featuring a strong female protagonist. The heroine was poisoned to death by a scumbag in her previous life, but transmigrates into a divine doctor to take revenge on the scumbag and build her career, enjoying a smooth and exhilarating journey. No saintly sentimentality, no frustrating moments, just lighthearted humor.

46. 746 不 If You Didn't Hit Them, Why Help Them Up? 不是你撞的，你为什么要扶？ Tian Yang Tong Xin天阳同心Urban251k WordsOngoing [Feel-Good Story] + [Against Cyberbullying] + [Against Moral Blackmail] The protagonist gets targeted by a scammer on the street, who says, “I’m not getting up unless you pay me tens of thousands!” The scammer then posts an article online to cyberbully the protagonist. See how the protagonist fights back with the weapon of the law. The scammer is outrageously arrogant. In court, she even curses at the judge: “Stop yapping at me! Do you think I’m scared of your judgment, Your Honor?” [Legal Educa —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Refreshing Read] + [Anti-Moral Kidnapping] + [Legal Education] This book is very lighthearted, hilarious, and full of laugh-out-loud moments. You'll be laughing like a pig in the middle of the night. You can even learn a lot of proverbs and idioms while reading it in middle school.

47. 747 九 Ordinary Immortal of the Nine Domains 九域凡仙 Dao Buyi道不易Eastern Fantasy8.1M WordsCompleted The path to immortality is uncanny, and humanity is lowly. All living beings are but pagodas, while the immortal heart is cold as frost. The young Fang Chen unexpectedly gains an immortal opportunity, but he has only one wish: to wield the immortal sword in his hand and bring peace to the world for all generations. 63.6kReads9.0Score5.2kShelves

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    The main characters are all very strategic, and at least the villains aren't all portrayed as mentally challenged. There aren't many plot holes, so it's worth the effort, but be careful to get through the early stages before their true strategic abilities are revealed. The main characters also undergo a period of growth and development.

48. 748 西 The Bottomless Cave of West Mountain 西山无底洞 Zhang Yunduan张云端Mystery513k WordsCompleted A county Party secretary beloved by the people mysteriously disappears, and a trail of suspicious clues sets off a series of thrilling, convoluted events. With its broad scope and diverse cast, this novel portrays vivid scenes from society and lifelike characters. 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This newly published novel is similar to documentary literature, based on real people and events. It features a series of suspenseful cases arising from infighting in officialdom. The struggles are sharp, the methods unpredictable, and both the protagonists and antagonists are highly intelligent. The plots are intricate, and the characters are diverse and unique.

49. 749 离 Humiliated at My Divorce Banquet, I Set Sail for a Brighter Future 离婚宴受辱，我的前程自此启航 Wild Roots草根之野Urban2.0M WordsOngoing On the day of his divorce, he endured ridicule and scorn. Everyone thought he would sink into despair, unaware that after lying low for so long, he was about to begin a whole new chapter in life. Free of the shackles of his past, he keeps his feet on the ground and breaks through prejudice with his own abilities. Through wind and rain, he presses forward step by step. The era that belongs to him is about to begin. 71.7kReads8.1Score4.2kShelves

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    The pinnacle of political intrigue novels: a Beijing elite, now living in hiding in a small county, secretly helps his wife get promoted. However, she mistakenly believes the vice mayor is behind it and immediately files for divorce. Fine, then let's show her what real connections and power are... The plot is incredibly satisfying, absolutely fantastic!

50. 750 女 The Tyrannical Empress and the Chaste Heir Whose Beauty Bewitches All 女帝暴虐，禁欲世子他美色撩人 Yu of the Three-Tiered Tower三重楼喻Ancient Romance396k WordsCompleted [Completed ❤️] Transmigration + 1v1 + strong female lead and weaker male lead + coercion + woman disguised as a man + decisive and ruthless heroine vs. restrained, reserved, beautiful but tragic hero [Warning: strong female lead and weaker male lead!!!] Feng Jin, an executive at a publicly listed corporation, suddenly died and transmigrated into the body of a tyrannical, cruel, mentally unstable crown prince who was a woman disguised as a man. From the start, a beautiful man offered himself to h 6.3kReads9.3Score682Shelves

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    The female lead is a materialist who prioritizes herself. She possesses high intelligence and emotional intelligence, and doesn't artificially lower her EQ. The male lead's presence is relatively weak. She's a master of manipulation and balancing others, adept at exploiting them and understanding their psychological defenses. She's definitely not a saint, and is currently one of the most outstanding characters I've read with high EQ and IQ.

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