Any Novels About Young Generals in Ancient Times? 有没有古代少年将军的小说

1. 51 大 The Great Zhou Chronicles 大周行纪 Three-Story Productivity三层楼生产力Historical778k WordsOngoing (An alternate history resembling the Northern Song era; battles for supremacy on the battlefield!) After being laid off, orphan Lu Yuan gets into a car accident. Driven by an obsession, his soul wanders Mount Mang, where he glimpses a celestial beauty. The Ancestor Lü bestows an incredible opportunity upon him, and he is reborn through reincarnation. His name may have changed, but he is born into a marquis's household, with immense natural strength and a body impervious to blades and spears? The 404Reads—Score—Shelves

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   A young man who rose to fame, a military general.

2. 52 请 General, Mount Your Horse 请将军上马 Tang Jiajia唐加加Ancient Romance290k WordsCompleted The new dynasty had only just stabilized, and General Lin had won countless battles for the capital. Every woman in the city dreamed of marrying into the general's household. But love was not always returned. Lin Yu fell for Liang Xin at first sight when they first met. Fate had other plans, though: the woman he loved already had a childhood sweetheart. After a chance encounter, the Seventh Princess took a liking to Liang Xin's beloved. It was hard to resist imperial power, and Liang Xin was for —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   One is a young general, the other a noblewoman. They fall in love after many hardships, only to be separated by war. The general's true identity is revealed, and when they meet again, everything has changed… Synopsis: A young general's lifelong love. Character traits: Pure love, unwavering devotion. Genre: Ancient Chinese style. Rating: Five stars.

3. 53 角 The Courtesan Takes Charge and Fights Against the Odds 角妓当道逆风行 Word Button话扣Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Traditional historical romance + household intrigue + palace intrigue + strong female lead + ...] One careless mistake, and she becomes a courtesan... See how she escapes that life, avenges her family, and even rises to power over the entire court! 28Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 54 从 The March to War 从军行 Rain Falling in the Dust风尘落雨Historical5.6M WordsCompleted “Where is the Imperial Guard? Who dares ride with me across the battlefields of the northern desert and trample the Yanrong King’s tent beneath our horses?” A general in a red cloak sat astride his horse, saber in hand. “We will go!” the battle-hardened soldiers before him answered in unison. A boy from a small mountain village joined the army only to spare his family some taxes. All he wanted was to save enough money to marry his childhood sweetheart. As his military achievements mounted, he ro 24.8kReads9.2Score2.5kShelves

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   My two favorite historical war novels, especially the second one. It's a new book with a new story and a new plot, and it's written with great detail. If you don't like it, feel free to come and criticize me online! [Under pressure to finish writing][Under pressure to finish writing][Under pressure to finish writing] #AlternateHistory, War and Intrigue, Coming-of-Age#

5. 55 桃 Ride Out to Battle, Peach Blossoms in My Wake 桃花马上请长缨 June六月Ancient Romance2.0M WordsCompleted The short drama adaptation of June's novel, Power and Favor 3: Power and Favor in the Capital, is now available on Hongguo App. She cared for her in-laws and used her dowry to support the General's household, only for him to use his hard-won military achievements to ask for the female general's hand as his equal wife. Zhan Beiwang mocked her. “Song Xixie, do you know that your fine clothes, rich food, and glittering jewels all come from General Yi Fang and me fighting bloody battles to hold back 15kReads9.5Score5.5kShelves

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   On their wedding night, he led his troops into battle. Years later, he returned, bringing with him a legacy of military exploits and a second wife he desired. In the first book, she devoted herself to love, giving up her beloved spear and severing ties with her father, a veteran general of the Great Yan. For three years, she remained silent, only to receive the words, "A-Ning, I want to marry her." In the second book, she served her in-laws, using her dowry to supplement the general's household, only to be rewarded with his military exploits and his desire to marry the female general as a second wife. Song Xixi turned and left, riding off to the battlefield. She was born into a military family; her decision to serve him and dedicate herself to the north didn't mean she couldn't wield a spear. [Laughing][Sneaking laugh][Sneaking laugh][Laughing][Sneaking laugh][Laughing][Shy][Laughing]

6. 56 将 A General Is No Boy 将军非少年 Jinhu瑾狐Ancient Romance706k WordsCompleted If “I love you” is good fortune, then for her, “You’re free” is salvation. “Si Youjin, you can protect these splendid rivers and mountains, you can protect these beautiful years, but can you protect yourself?” She sat atop the city wall and gave no answer… 3.2kReads9.3Score392Shelves

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   "Who are you...?" "You... You stay away, or I'll scream!" "Help... Help... Uh..." It was the middle of the night. A strange man suddenly appeared in the boudoir of a young woman. He was dressed in drab gray clothes and, upon entering the room, didn't lower his voice. He even lit a candle and seemed to add something to it. The woman was startled awake by the noise and looked at the strange man who had suddenly appeared in her room in a panic. Just as she was about to cry for help, the man grabbed her and covered her mouth. The woman trembled and looked out the window in disbelief. She saw the man calmly take out a hibiscus flower and casually toss it onto a table beside the bed. Seeing the hibiscus flower, the woman seemed to instantly understand something. She could only keep looking expectantly towards the window. The man chuckled softly and removed the veil from his face.

7. 57 我 With My Blood, I’ll Save These Mountains and Rivers 我以我血挽山河 Black-Hearted Little Beaver黑心小海狸Historical1.6M WordsCompleted [Not a Power Fantasy + Slow Burn + Multiple Storylines + No Golden Finger + Passionate Conquest of the Song] At the end of the Northern Song dynasty, Bianjing was under siege, and the realm was falling into enemy hands. After his soul traveled nine hundred years through time, Gu Yuan found himself on the snowy plains outside Bianjing, where he and a band of fleeing soldiers happened to rescue the reborn Princess Zhao Yingluo. Through careful planning at every turn, he rose to become the era’s gr 33.6kReads9.2Score3.3kShelves
8. 58 夫 The Madam’s Mind-Reading Fails, and the Young Marquis Courts Her Every Day 夫人读心术失灵，小侯爷日日邀宠 Qiying栖应Ancient Romance630k WordsCompleted Xie Wanjun, the eldest legitimate daughter of the Xie family, spent more than a decade secluded in the inner chambers, following every rule. Then a prophetic dream overturned everything she had believed and showed her the tragedy waiting a few years ahead. Her fiancé, Lin Xianzhi, was cheating on her with her younger sister. He used her businesses to help rebels seize power, then burned her alive once he had made his name. Yet Marquis Sang, the capital’s most notorious wastrel, charged through t 1.2kReads8.9Score161Shelves

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   The male lead is the son of a general, and later becomes a great general who protects his country. It's a good show, sweet, and great! 👍🏻

9. 59 许 I Pledge You the Azure Clouds and Moon, You Owe Me Blood for My Beauty 许君苍云月，还君红颜血 Silver Sun银色太阳Ancient Romance416k WordsCompleted For a hundred years, the land has been divided between north and south, and the fires of war have raged for a thousand miles. The Cangyun River cuts across the Central Plains. Southern Chu holds the fertile lands south of the river, defending itself behind natural barriers; Northern Qi commands the iron cavalry of the north and eyes the whole realm. Humanity has slaughtered its own for a hundred years, leaving rivers of blood, unaware that an even greater catastrophe is brewing in the shadows. I 15Reads8.7Score—Shelves

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   The protagonist is plagued by nightmares of amnesia, with recurring images of snowfield fires and the calls of strange women in his dreams. After encountering female generals from Northern Qi with the same eye color, fragmented dreams begin to overlap with clues from reality, leading him to suspect that his origins are inextricably linked to the long-standing history of Northern Qi.

10. 60 边 The Iron-Blooded Warriors of the Frontier Army 边军之铁血悍卒 Loves Red Yeast Tartary Buckwheat Tea爱吃红曲苦荞茶Historical894k WordsOngoing Hunter boy Xu Xiao shoots an arrow through the smoke of war on the northern frontier and rises from a mountain of corpses and a sea of blood! His long saber shatters enemy formations, his cavalry rides through the snow, and he charges into battle again and again, slaying generals and seizing their banners! His brothers entrust their lives to one another, building a Great Wall of flesh and blood! When the 100,000-strong Jinzhang army thunders against the pass, watch as this battle-hardened god of 1.9kReads6.8Score163Shelves

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    In ancient warfare, young men joined the army. The hunter-turned-young Xu Xiao pierced the smoke of war in the north with a single arrow, rising from the ashes of death! With his long-handled sword, he broke through enemy lines; his iron cavalry swept through the snow, capturing generals and flags in ten decisive battles!

11. 61 守 On the Day of the Wake, My Sisters-in-Law Put Me on the Throne 守灵当天，我被众嫂嫂推上皇位 Kitchen God of the Wood Stove柴火灶王爷Historical724k WordsOngoing [Alternate Dynasty + Transmigration + War + Political Intrigue + Ensemble Cast + The Golden Finger Has Been Cut in Half] A high school boy named Tian Shu wakes up one morning in an ancient funeral hall. His widowed sisters-in-law swarm around him, showering him with care. In a feudal age of chaos, the powerful clans hold sway. The System is practically useless, and each sister-in-law has her own agenda. Born into a poor family, can he defy fate, change his destiny, command a vast empire, and mak 4.6kReads8.8Score183Shelves

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    This one is pretty good.

12. 62 引 Soul-Summoning Bell Ignites: My Ascetic Senior Brother Is Irresistible 引魂铃燃爆：禁欲师兄他真香了 Little Potato in the Corner墙角小土豆Ancient Romance106k WordsCompleted Two Soul Guides from the Qingxuan Sect, two heart-wrenching entanglements with the mortal world! Empathic Soul Guide Lingxi vs. spirited War Soul Xiao Ce Lingxi guides the souls of the dead and knows better than anyone the power of obsession, yet she cannot guide away the moonlight in her own heart. Her Xiao Ce was a gentle, radiant young man, a brilliant and spirited young general, and the lifelong regret she was left with amid the blood-soaked winds of the Jing'an Marquis's residence. This is 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    There are several stories about the soul-crossing, one of which is about the soul-crossing junior sister and the soul of the Northern Border General (the soul of the young general guarding the Northern Border). Fifty thousand men were unjustly buried in the yellow sand. The general's soul and the soul-crossing junior sister searched for the truth together and pleaded their case before the palace!

13. 63 遥 The Faraway Far East 遥远的远东 The Messy Watermelon裹乱的西瓜Eastern Fantasy324k WordsOngoing [World Creation + Ensemble Cast + Comedy + New Story + No System + No Dumbing Down] [A tribute to the classic Zichuan, and a chance to make peace with its unresolved ending] After the war against the Celestial Clan, the Oracle Su Can lost his primordial force. To restore it, he was reborn as an ordinary person and came to the world of the Central Plains civilization. The Central Plains civilization is like a mysterious, dazzling tapestry. Humans, demons, orcs, zombie beasts, and other specie 147Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This novel is absolutely superb! It's incredibly exciting, packed with highlights, and leaves those typical wish-fulfillment novels far behind. It's high-energy from beginning to end, with vivid and engaging content—simply a masterpiece!

14. 64 生 Crossing the Starry Sky, Life After Life 生生渡星空 Milk Cereal Rings牛奶麦片圈Ancient Romance138k WordsOngoing She never imagined she would save someone while fleeing her wedding. The man was covered in blood. All he told her was that his name was “Ling.” He trusted no one easily. His parents had been brutally killed by someone he once saved, and he had long since sealed his heart away in hatred. Until he met her. She was like a beam of light, cleaving through the darkness in his heart. * “What do you even want from me?” She was pinned against the edge of the desk, her face burning red. He lowered his he —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The male lead is a young general, paired with a cute and spirited female doctor; the whole story is sweet and heartwarming.

15. 65 五 Five Years of Waiting Came to Nothing: My Husband Brings His New Love to Demand a Divorce 五年痴等成空，夫君带女逼我和离 Cang Yuesheng仓月生Ancient Romance604k WordsCompleted [Both Chaste] [Romance with His Older Brother's Wife] [Male-Male Story] [The Male Lead is repeatedly seen completely naked but stays faithful. Later, what looks like infidelity is actually a guard in disguise; the male lead remains devoted to the female lead throughout.] [Dear readers, we're very sorry! When you reach Chapter 139, please skip straight to Chapter 146. Chapters 140 to 145 are inconsistent and can be ignored.] On their wedding night, unrest broke out at the border, and her husband 5.9kReads9.3Score443Shelves

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    The couple was very affectionate, and thankfully, it ended happily. [Laughs][heart emoji]

16. 66 欲 Ascend to the Ninth Heaven 欲上云霄九重天 Reading Ink, Listening to the Wind读墨听风Historical2.5M WordsOngoing A coral pendant engraved with a fire phoenix emblem draws Qi Ming, a destitute youth who lives on credit at a teahouse in Tianque City, into a shocking secret plot sweeping across four kingdoms. The moment the iron hooves of the Longxiang Army smash through the door, he still has no idea that the token his parents left him is the “key” that can overturn the world. The grand machinations governing the realm have barged into his life without warning. From a tide of Gu poison in a dungeon to a pack 571Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The second male lead, Xiao Lin, is a perfect example. Set in an alternate Eastern history, the story features political intrigue, palace intrigue, large-scale wars, and the grand scheme of things. It's an epic historical narrative. The cast is large, but each character is distinct, with virtually no stereotypical figures. The portrayal of human nature and the human condition is incredibly nuanced.

17. 67 穿 Transmigrating to the Great Liang: Becoming Invincible from Squad Leader 穿越大梁，从什长开始无敌 Feng Lai Qingyu of Chan Yin Temple禅音寺的风濑青羽Historical249k WordsCompleted He was the world's greatest modern assassin, code-named A Qi. After twenty-four years of killing without mercy, he finally met his end at the top of a high-rise. When he opened his eyes again, he had become Shen Du, the lowest-ranking foot soldier on the Great Liang frontier. The supply route was attacked, the squad leader was killed, and the unit was disbanded. Only two men remained in Shen Du's squad. To everyone else, it was a number destined to be forgotten in a corner of the roster. Shen Du 444Reads—Score—Shelves
18. 68 牛 Niu Xiaofu’s Immortal Cultivation Chronicles 牛小福修仙记 Seven Stars in Hand手握七星Urban652k WordsCompleted A magical adventure about two little ones who start a shop to make a living, then gradually learn magical arts. With a little tiger and eight magpies, they build a thriving business. In the chaotic world, he gradually rediscovers his immortal soul and spiritual awareness, and with them, his insight and power return. Eventually, through a twist of fate, Xiao Xing returns to the town and understands the truth. Looking back on everything, he chooses to quietly protect his original aspirations and p 24Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The glint of a sword conceals romance, iron will protects the mortal world, and even the most romantic can possess true chivalry.

19. 69 元 Legend of the Primordial Spirit Heroes 元灵英雄传 Cute and Handsome小萌帅Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted Once upon a time, the realms of Heaven and Earth were connected. The gods of the heavenly domains protected humanity, while mighty human martial cultivators roamed the world. The alliance between gods and humans held the foreign races of the earthly realm and the demons of Heaven’s domains at bay, temporarily halting their expansion. But then the Gate between Heaven and Earth suddenly closed. The gods fell or vanished, and humanity’s great powers dwindled and withdrew from the world, leaving man 498Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This fantasy historical military intrigue novel is packed with characters, including a protagonist who is a personal bodyguard and the emperor's trusted childhood friends. Their lives unfold through various coincidences and events. Each character has their own highlights and significant role. At the age of twenty-four, the protagonist achieves extraordinary feats, ascending to the position of Grand General within a year. His subordinates are a group of brilliant and fierce generals, and a wheelchair-bound strategist of unparalleled wisdom. Weapons include: spears, heavy hammers, giant axes, dual swords, iron clubs, divine bows, and long-handled sabers. Pets include: tigers, leopards, wolves, rhinoceroses, deer, and roc dragons… He leads the Northern Expeditionary Army in a fierce battle against the demons in the northern border.

20. 70 弃 Abandoning the Song in 1142: One Man’s Northern Expedition 弃宋1142：一个人的北伐 Zhongshan Strategy中山策Historical245k WordsCompleted [No System, No Golden Finger + Transmigration to the Song Dynasty + Jin Dynasty + Travel] What secrets lie behind Yue Fei's execution? Was the Shaoxing peace treaty actually forced on the Jin by sheer necessity? In the twelfth year of Shaoxing, Yue Fei was murdered, peace was made between Song and Jin, and the north and south settled into tranquility. A lone scout stranded in enemy territory accidentally uncovers the truth behind the sixteen-year war between Song and Jin, shattering a peace that 126Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    First, it adheres to historical events as closely as possible, avoiding fictional settings. Second, it adheres to the social realities of the time, without a rigid system. Third, it closely reflects the level of technology, featuring small inventions. Fourth, it closely follows geographical and natural phenomena, without flying. Fifth, and most importantly, each chapter includes a seven-character ancient Chinese poem that fits its content. Therefore, this book is not a wish-fulfillment novel. Even if you could travel to ancient times, no one would find it enjoyable. Thank you for your encouragement and support!

21. 71 南 Nan Jingchun 南景春 A Melon in the Bowl碗里一只瓜Ancient Romance347k WordsOngoing A princess who commands armies and wields great power X a poor-born statesman who claws his way to the top Lu Nanjing is the Great Xi’s Goddess of War, a princess who rides through the imperial city with a mighty army at her back and the world beneath her feet. Du Ruolan is a statesman from a humble family, ruthless and cunning, who fights his way into the heart of power with sheer courage and ingenuity. One spring day on the street, she casually tossed him a fortune and rescued him from the mud 40Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's very well written, with excellent prose, and definitely worth reading.

22. 72 大 Li S Iye, Divine General of the Tang Mo Dao 大唐陌刀神将李嗣业 Mo Moxi莫墨惜Historical450k WordsCompleted This story follows the extraordinary life of Li S restricted, the Tang dynasty’s peerless Mo Dao general, whose courage was unmatched during the An Lushan Rebellion. His rise unfolds alongside the Tang dynasty’s decline, showing that even a hero is but a grain of sand swept along by his era. He cannot change the course of history, but he can bring light to his time. The story follows the official historical record, with plenty of imaginative details woven in to enrich its characters. Follow Li S 323Reads6.9Score—Shelves

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    Li Siye, the Great General of the Tang Dynasty

23. 73 尘 Dust Mountain 尘埃山 Bystander Joe旁观路人甲Historical1.4M WordsCompleted This story follows ordinary people struggling to survive through the long, chaotic ninety years of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. It portrays how a group of common folk make their way in life, far from the halls of power, with no special advantages or extraordinary encounters. Like specks of dust drifting through time, they endure the weight of the years, unnoticed and unheard. 392Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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    [Learned it][Added to bookshelf][Currently rushing to finish][Sparrow eats masterpiece][Shocking][Thumbs up]!

24. 74 北 Northern Song: What a Coincidence, I'm a Spoiled Noble Too 北宋：好巧我也是纨绔 Natives and Local Pigs土著与土猪Historical3.8M WordsOngoing The first story's pacing is a little slow and it's hard to revise, so just take your time reading! The Great Song: This is a subtle power fantasy, not an obvious one. It might leave you itching for more! You can learn history while reading the novel, as the Yang clan's descendants rise to prominence again. Women: Li Qingzhao, Li Shishi, Pan Jinlian, Chen Miaochang, and Meng Chan. Men: Su Shi, Fan Chunren, Zhe Keshi, Zhong Shidao, Han Shizhong, Yue Fei, and Yu Yunwen. This is the brilliant splend 1.9kReads8.0Score242Shelves

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    A military family rises to power, a chaotic tale unfolds in the Song Dynasty! This is an absolute gem!! A descendant of the Yang family! A classic late Song Dynasty novel by Bai Juyi!! Over 2 million words, and not a single word has faltered!! Characters like Li Qingzhao, Li Shishi, Pan Jinlian, Chen Miaochang, Meng Chan, and Hu Sanniang are brilliantly portrayed! Give it a try!! This one is truly amazing!!

25. 75 退 After Breaking Off the Engagement, the Foolish Princess Marries the Ninth Lord with Her Four Maids 退婚后，傻妃携四大丫鬟嫁九千岁 Clingy Little Tomato粘人小番茄Ancient Romance1.8M WordsOngoing [Palace Intrigue + Household Intrigue + Historical Romance + Princess Consort + Legitimate Daughter + Medical Skills + Two Powerful Leads + Cunning + Playing the Fool + Reborn + Fiercely Protective + Political Scheming] 99% of the comments are positive! Read with confidence! Su Qian, once the leader of a special forces unit in the apocalypse, died unexpectedly while carrying out a mission. With her portable medical space, she transmigrated to ancient times and into the residence of a great gener 22.8kReads8.1Score3.8kShelves

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    No more getting lost in a reading slump! This book is definitely worth following. The plot is engaging, with each element seamlessly connected to the next. The characters are well-developed and there are no plot holes throughout. You won't regret jumping in; I highly recommend this gem of a book—you'll want more after finishing it! The plot is tight and fast-paced, with plenty of exciting moments. The writing is smooth and immersive. Once you start reading, you'll be hooked and won't want to put it down! The characters are likable, the plot is explosive, and there's not a single dull moment. If you like this genre, don't miss it! [Kissing emoji]

26. 76 来 Arriving in Southern Ming, an Engineering Student Crushes the Qing and Restores China 来到南明，工科生横扫满清复华夏 Ripples in the River of History历史长河的浪花Historical535k WordsOngoing In the first year of the Hongguang reign, Jiangnan is on the verge of falling. The realm is shattered, and the people are displaced. A modern engineering expert unexpectedly arrives in the storm-tossed chaos of the Southern Ming. The land is divided among warlords, powerful enemies press at its borders, and the old and new dynasties take turns on the stage. He has no peerless martial arts, but he possesses engineering, manufacturing, and scientific knowledge far ahead of his time. He gathers dis 1.1kReads—Score103Shelves
27. 77 工 An Engineering Student Ventures into the Late Ming 工科小伙闯明末 Ripples in the River of History历史长河的浪花Historical1.0M WordsCompleted A middle-aged bachelor, beaten down by society and thwarted at every turn in the modern world, with no connections to his name but plenty of knowledge and ability, is accidentally transported to the Chongzhen era at the end of the Ming dynasty. Relying on his modern knowledge while adapting to the era’s actual technological and industrial capabilities, he works hard to quietly change history and prevent China’s decline. 2.9kReads7.8Score197Shelves
28. 78 我 I Only Wanted to Be a Lowly Soldier, but My Strength Wouldn’t Let Me 我只想当个小兵，奈何实力不允许 Fish Fruit Orange鱼果橙Ancient Romance224k WordsOngoing [Beautiful, Strong, and Tragic Male Lead + Male Rivalry + Palace and Household Intrigue, but with Men + Political Scheming + Light Comedy + Underdog's Rise + Satisfying Revenge + No Female Lead + Multiple Couples + Ensemble Cast + Everyone Is Evil] In the chaotic era of the Wei and Jin dynasties, the North and South wage war without end. At court, great aristocratic families scheme against one another. Beyond the border, flames of war blaze, and human lives are worth no more than grass. Han Su —Reads—Score—Shelves

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29. 79 从 From Hostage to Emperor for the Ages 从质子到千古一帝 The Silent Writer沉默的作家Historical317k WordsOngoing Wei Huan, the ninth prince of Great Wei, was overlooked by his father. He volunteered to become a hostage in the state of Jin. After surviving countless life-and-death trials and experiencing one romance after another, he ultimately returned to Wei with the support of his many confidantes, brilliant strategists, and valiant generals. He ascended the throne, unified the realm, and became an emperor for the ages. This is not only a deeply moving, earth-shaking tale of love and passion, but also an —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's beautiful.

30. 80 烽 The Smoke of War Rises: The Dragon Roars Across the World 烽烟起之龙啸天下 Carrots and Greens love萝卜青菜loveHistorical600k WordsCompleted Heaven is not benevolent; all things are but straw dogs. War fires rage across the land, and heroes rise in droves. The king is weak, while treacherous ministers hold power. Flames fill the skies, and the capital falls. Warlords scheme against one another. The emperor rises up, his roar shaking the realm. A seal of office in his left hand, a beauty leaning against him. A sword in his right, as he sweeps across the six directions. An eastern emperor, a western sovereign, and a central royal cou 144Reads—Score—Shelves
31. 81 日 Japan's Warring States: The Ambitions of the Man Who Would Rule the World 日本战国：天下人的野望 Lan Bingche岚冰澈Historical278k WordsOngoing Reborn after death, he transmigrated to Japan’s Sengoku era, right at the time of the Incident at Honnoji. The Sixth Heaven’s Demon King, Oda Nobunaga, was destined to die. Japan, on the verge of unification, would once again fall into a patchwork of warring powers. As the saying goes, heroes are made by their times, and heroes also emerge from their times. Now, the times belong to me. The ambition to rewrite the history of Sengoku Japan and rise to the pinnacle of power as the ruler of the real 165Reads—Score102Shelves

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    Historical intrigue, unsystematic yet not mindless. A young general, emphasizing decisive action.

32. 82 波 Ripples Stir the Distant Sky 波澜动远空 Jin Yinzhu金银竹Historical6k WordsCompleted Ripples Stir the Faraway Sky 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Young General and Strategist

33. 83 惹 The Trouble-Making Disciple 惹祸的徒弟 Autumn Winds Sweep In寒枫袭来Ancient Romance555k WordsCompleted Because of natural disasters, the people of Liangcheng in Tianguo suffer from severe hunger. With no choice but to leave their hometown to survive, they head for the prosperous capital. A mother and son cling to each other as they make the arduous journey of a thousand li. By the time they reach the outskirts of the capital, the unfortunate mother is on the verge of death from hunger. Looking at her young son, she hopes some kindhearted person will take him in so he won’t starve to death. After 1.7kReads6.9Score103Shelves

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    The Young Tales of Ancient Generals

34. 84 乱 Conquering the World in Turbulent Times 乱世之征伐天下 From Within a Book来自书中Historical1.3M WordsOngoing He spent his life waging wars. The world only ever called him a warmonger, bloodthirsty and fond of slaughter. How could they know what he truly thought? Fighting war with war may not be the best strategy, but it is the fastest way... 109Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Regardless of love or hate, right or wrong, as long as the world is unified, no one and nothing else matters... This book is super good, expected to be completed at 5 million words. Feel free to check it out when you have time! [Please follow][Please follow][Please follow][Please follow]

35. 85 墨 The Ink Moon Halberd: Love and Revenge in the Western Regions 墨月戟：西域情仇 White Rice Dumpling白水粽Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [No AI, entirely written by hand; court intrigue and an ensemble cast, with a traditional plot-driven narrative] [Subtle emotions, sweeping warfare, vivid characters] Beyond Yumen Pass lie the great desert and the Tianshan Mountains. With half Han heritage and half Hu blood, he was born amid the flames of a chaotic age, as the Han and the Xiongnu fought over the Western Regions. In a dreamlike lifetime, he saved the Cheshi princess and uncovered the fated bond between them as husband and wife in 158Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A historical novel about war and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of the fierce struggle between the Western Han Dynasty and the Xiongnu for control of the Western Regions. The protagonist is of mixed Han and Xiongnu descent, skilled in using a bow and spear. The first battle appears in Chapter 21, after which various forces gradually emerge, making the story increasingly exciting. Ultimately, the protagonist returns to the Han Dynasty, awakens his bloodline, avenges his family, repels the Xiongnu, guards the frontier, and becomes the Protector-General of the Western Regions. He also experiences fateful romances with several girls (not a harem novel). This book encompasses themes of family and country, war, political intrigue, coups, love, destiny, betrayal, revenge, and much more.

36. 86 太 The Crown Prince Is a Treasure Trove, but She Flirts and Runs 太子浑身是宝，但她撩完就跑 Nine Strokes, Then a Horizontal Line九笔横才Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Clever revenge + ensemble court drama + male lead fakes his death and reveals his identity, then goes mad + heroine is his one true love] [Power couple comedy | Strategic mind games | All the right ingredients | Fictional setting] Axiang, a huntress, bought herself a live-in husband. He was handsome, with a fine figure and a noble, radiant air, like an immortal crane descended from the heavens, or a jade-faced gentleman from a storybook. But he had no idea how to show affection. When she offer 1.5kReads9.2Score185Shelves

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    The writing is superb! The descriptions are so detailed that it's like the scenes were directly inserted into my mind, creating an incredibly immersive experience.

37. 87 心 The Scheming Adopted Son Is Raising a Puppy Again Today 心机义子今天也在养小狗 Tofu Pudding and Crucian Carp豆花鲫鱼Two Male Leads379k WordsCompleted [Complete] [Younger top, two male leads, one-on-one romance, ancient military setting, alternate history, happy ending] [Nameless orphan × (supposed) bandit's adopted son] [The young master is always right] × [I've worked hard for years and don't want to do this anymore. I need to find a sucker to take over my job.] Sincere, passionate gong × gentle, scheming shou Their tangled love and hatred twists and turns, until it all comes to nothing, like flowers reflected in a mirror and the moon in wat 112Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend this book. It's set in ancient times and is quite amazing and very enjoyable.

38. 88 后 The Later Qian Dynasty 后乾 Eight-Treasure Congee and the Genius Donkey八宝粥与天才驴Historical176k WordsOngoing [Entirely fictional setting, no golden finger, no System, warfare + military reform] This is a story about Han people invading from beyond the passes. A newly risen nomadic empire has pushed as far as the Huai River, poised to unify the realm. The Han Empire, driven south in retreat, is reorganizing its forces and trying to reclaim the Mandate of Heaven. At just this moment, in the northeast of China, a state founded by Han slaves rises from the small region of Pingzhou, wearing the skin of the 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A thrilling novel about ancient warfare and military reforms! No system, no time travel, no rebirth!

39. 89 燕 The Yan-Yun Ballad 燕云赋 The Wildflowers Dreamed of Roses山花做了场玫瑰梦Historical747k WordsOngoing The Iron Cavalry of Yanyun: I Pacify the Realm for the Imperial Court War fires rise in a chaotic age, and the realm's mountains and rivers lie shattered. Xu Ping'an, heir to the Prince of Yanyun, was born amid blood and iron and raised in the flames of war. For generations, the Xu clan has guarded the northern frontier. Their loyal dead lie buried along the border, and their kinsmen have shed blood to protect the people of Yanyun and keep foreign hooves from trampling the Central Plains. Hi 1Reads—Score—Shelves
40. 90 问 Ask Me How I Can 问君何能 Astonishing888叹为观止888Historical550k WordsCompleted [Golden finger + intense mind games + court intrigue + sweet romance and satisfying payback + plenty of twists] A young man is beaten by a thug and unexpectedly gains the ability to read minds through heavenly ears. A beggar turns his fortunes around and rises to become a prince of the court. Power struggles and battles for the throne unfold one after another. Everyone is a pawn, yet everyone is caught up in the game. Who has the greater foresight and cunning? The princess by his side, the prime 40Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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    This is a historical fiction set in a chaotic world after the Tang Dynasty, where everyone is a pawn, yet everyone is also part of the game. He begins his life with the execution of his entire family, and he keeps dreaming of a woman who calls out his name...

41. 91 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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    See if this meets the requirements: historical fiction, traditional martial arts, no time travel, no cultivation, no fanfiction, set in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, a story of passionate young people. See if you can read it.

42. 92 王 The King’s Way: Who Can Stand Against Me? 王之道谁与争锋 I Am Wild吾狂尔Historical260k WordsOngoing He is Zhao De, the empire's fourth prince, raised in luxury and wanting for nothing. Yet, by imperial decree, he assumes a false identity, abandons the dignity of his princely rank, and joins the army on the battlefield. Starting as an unknown soldier at the very bottom, he fights bloody battles on the frontier and narrowly escapes death time and again. Together with brothers-in-arms who share his life and death, he rises step by step amid the smoke and chaos of war. In the mortal world, he 1Reads—Score—Shelves
43. 93 一 A First-Rank Commoner 一品布衣 Li Poshan李破山Historical3.5M WordsCompleted [War + passion + history] “Mu, want a wife? Just say the word and I'll bring one over for you later.” A streetwise young rascal crosses paths with a wealthy girl fleeing disaster. I transmigrated into a chaotic age. Armed with blades, bows, and horses, I'll protect my family and keep us alive. 17.2kReads8.9Score2.7kShelves

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    🌲🌲🌲💥💥Surviving the world, 🔥yet achieving imperial power! "I Divided My Own Land and Became Emperor of a New Dynasty" tells a legendary story from a unique perspective, 🔥immersing you completely and making it impossible to put down. 🔥🔥

44. 94 寒 Journey of the Cold Blade: From Refugee to Ruler of the Realm 寒锋行：从流民到摄山河 A Wildly Imaginative Brain胡思乱想的大脑Historical288k WordsOngoing A hidden heir lurks in the refugee camps, while the Nine Cauldrons fracture the land and set the beacon fires alight. Xiao Yu, a lowborn refugee struggling to survive in a border camp in the state of Yan, has no idea that his blood carries the loyalty and grievance of a renowned general from the former dynasty. A forced conscription sweeps him into the meat grinder known as the Battle of Canglang Plains. Amid mountains of corpses and rivers of blood, his innate “Eye of Insight” lets him spot a g —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend this book. It's an ancient fantasy novel with a great revenge theme; the plot is incredibly imaginative.

45. 95 遥 A Lantern Sent to Chang'an 遥寄长安一盏灯 A Liu阿媹Ancient Romance177k WordsOngoing Modern surgeon Shen Luxi opens her eyes to find herself a Han captive in a Xiongnu camp. Quiet and reserved, she survives the chaos with nothing but her hands and a suture needle. In a military camp where red-hot irons are used to stop bleeding, she reveals her art of “stitching flesh” for the first time. From then on, the young general Huo Qubing pulls her from a heap of corpses. Chang’an’s red walls and green-tiled roofs glow beneath the sun. Every day, the young man in fine clothes rides pa —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A dashing young man in fine clothes and riding a spirited horse, I am General Huo Qubing.

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