Stories Where Everyone Is Highly Intelligent, Both the Protagonists and Their Enemies 全书高智商的，主角及敌人

1. 201 开 [Blood Crown]: A Staff from the Start 【血冕】：开局一把齐眉棍 Curly Bear卷毛熊Sports1.3M WordsCompleted [Near-Future Esports] [Cold-Weapons Combat] [War God] [Decisive and Ruthless] [Rise from the Bottom Through Face-Slapping] [Not Invincible] [No System] [No Cheats] [Steady Progression] Thank you for reading. 75Reads8.1Score230Shelves

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   The characters throughout the book maintain their intelligence and their actions are logically sound, making it a worthwhile read.

2. 202 大 The Might of the Great Tang: The Long Winds of the Celestial Strategies 大唐天威之天策长风 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Historical328k WordsCompleted In the chaotic final years of the Sui dynasty, the realm lies in ruins, smoke rises from battlefields, and the people are plunged into misery. A gifted child is born at the Wugong Guesthouse, marked by the auspicious signs of a dragon and phoenix. He is named Shimin, with the great ambition to bring peace to the people. Young Li Shimin is no idle boy. He studies military texts and masters riding and archery. At sixteen, he deploys a feint at Yanmen and drives back hundreds of thousands of Turk 8Reads—Score—Shelves
3. 203 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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   Speaking of which, I have to mention this book. It has a very positive moral compass, doesn't hold grudges, and lets revenge happen on the spot. The chapter where one person fights seven geniuses was especially satisfying! It avoids the clichés of traditional fantasy, the protagonist is very shrewd, and it's not just mindless wish-fulfillment.

4. 204 长 The Long River, Nameless 长河，无名 Please Call Me Grandpa Rabbit请叫我兔子爷爷Urban371k WordsCompleted In 1928, in Jinan, he lost his entire family. In 1931, at the 23rd Special Mental Research Institute in Kazan, his emotions were stripped away. In 1934, in Nanjing, he buried his past. From then on, he walked the razor's edge, turning the gears of history from the shadows. Except for the highest-ranking figures in a handful of intelligence agencies, no one knew his real name or what he had done. On May 17, 1961, he died on the execution grounds in Seoul, South Korea. His gravestone bore neither 301Reads6.4Score114Shelves

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   If everyone's intelligence is online, then it has to be a spy novel. Both sides are handpicked elites; see how they fight their way through this quagmire filled with conspiracies and intrigues.

5. 205 东 Mystic Arts of Dongshan: The Qin Dynasty’s Downfall 东山玄相：肥水折秦 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今21k WordsCompleted Eastern Mountain's Mystic Physiognomy: The Qin Dynasty's Fertile Lands 5Reads—Score—Shelves
6. 206 乌 Black Gauze and Rouge 乌纱与胭脂 Writer Lu Tao作家鲁涛Modern Romance205k WordsCompleted Human nature is like the sun: impossible to look at directly. Many people appear charming and refined on the surface, but strip away the facade and you’ll see human nature laid bare. By portraying the real chaos of society, this work exposes the evil and filth within human nature and calls on people to choose kindness and uphold social decency. 7.6kReads—Score479Shelves

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   The logic is sound, the characters are intelligent, the plot is shocking and incredibly exciting, vividly depicting human desires, with a captivating and suspenseful storyline that makes it impossible to stop reading after the first chapter.

7. 207 玄 Guan Zhong’s Mystic Arts: Uniting the Lords and Restoring the Mandate of Heaven 玄相管仲：九合诸侯，一匡气运 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今28k WordsCompleted Guan Zhong, Master of Metaphysics: Uniting the Lords, Restoring the Mandate of Heaven 5Reads—Score—Shelves
8. 208 浮 The Strange Tales of Mortal Life: Li Longbiao 浮生乱象之李龙彪 Writer Lu Tao作家鲁涛Urban253k WordsCompleted I'm the scum at the bottom of society, the trash you all talk about. I don't have much education, money, status, a house, a car, or a wife. I'm a single man, just some hoodlum. It's not my fault I ended up this way. When I was a kid, I had big dreams and ambitions, too. I wanted to study hard, get into a good university, then find work in the city and become a respectable office worker. But the cruel realities of life shattered every one of those beautiful dreams. Through its portrayal of Li Lon 1.8kReads—Score144Shelves
9. 209 藏 The Evening Breeze Hidden in My Heart 藏在心底的晚风 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今27k WordsCompleted The Evening Breeze Hidden in My Heart 2Reads—Score—Shelves
10. 210 胭 The Rouge Spinster 胭脂剩女 Writer Lu Tao作家鲁涛Modern Romance117k WordsCompleted Through the emotional journey of Yang Jingjing, a single woman past the age traditionally considered ideal for marriage, the story offers glimpses of every facet of society and the warmth and coldness of human life, exposing the ugliness and greed of human nature. Full of twists and turns, it paints a penetrating portrait of the realities faced by women like her. 1.9kReads—Score147Shelves
11. 211 我 I Wove Brocade Using Ancient Techniques and Took the Internet by Storm 我靠古法织锦，爆红全网 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今16k WordsCompleted I Went Viral Online with Ancient Brocade-Weaving Techniques 4Reads—Score—Shelves
12. 212 看 Seeing Through Half a Lifetime 看破浮生过半 Writer Lu Tao作家鲁涛Modern Romance170k WordsCompleted Life is a journey of self-cultivation. As we keep moving forward, we correct our mistakes in time and gradually become better versions of ourselves. Life is full of suffering, and we can only save ourselves. If only we could live our lives over again. At the very least, we could avoid a lot of detours. 596Reads—Score—Shelves
13. 213 玄 The Vertical and Horizontal Strategies of the Mystic Pivot: The Biography of Su Qin 玄枢纵横之苏秦传 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今18k WordsCompleted The Story of Su Qin: Master of Strategy and Statecraft 4Reads—Score—Shelves
14. 214 神 The Gods Devour Earth 神噬地球 The Old Donkey Keeps Braying驴子老叫Sci-Fi & Apocalypse536k WordsOngoing [Ensemble cast] + [No overpowered cheats] + [Power struggles] + [Slow burn, not a power fantasy] + [No stereotypical characters] + [Wits and strategy] + [A blend of classical and modern prose, not for everyone] (Revised through Chapter 37 of Volume Two. Later chapters will be updated gradually.) Thermodynamics applies in this book. You cannot replenish your mana forever. Any method of gaining power will gradually be discovered by others over time, causing its benefits to diminish until they even 48.6kReads9.5Score8.9kShelves

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    No stereotypical characters, no omniscient perspective, just bystanders beat up cheat codes, and atheists outwit Cthulhu. A new genre: anti-cheat. When all characters are intelligent and the protagonist's halo disappears, cheat codes become a death knell, a curse that makes one vulnerable.

15. 215 混 God of Chaos! 混沌之神！ The Person Who Loves Me Most最爱我的人Urban260k WordsOngoing [This book is also known as: Nine Revolutions Profound Art | In the later stages, Xin Mo will overpower the Great Sage and Erlang, because he cultivates the complete Nine Revolutions Profound Art.] [An exceptionally long character-growth arc in the early stages] [Every five chapters form a little story arc. I put my heart into every word, and hope you enjoy it!] Civilization has fallen, a new age of chaos has begun, and humanity's darkest impulses spread without end... He emerged from the chaos 7.7kReads—Score651Shelves

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    Beautifully written, with a fantastic premise—a manga-quality novel worth reading! Every sentence is meaningful, with no wasted words or scenes! The subject matter is novel, the logic is meticulous, and the style is stunning!

16. 216 子 Zigong Enters Government: Chronicles of Five Kingdoms in Turmoil 子贡出仕、五国风云录 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今10k WordsCompleted Zigong Enters Officialdom: Chronicles of the Five Kingdoms 4Reads—Score—Shelves
17. 217 万 Thief of All Things 万物之贼 Future Jia未来嘉Xianxia2.0M WordsOngoing [Fantasy] [Wilderness] [High Martial Arts] [High Intelligence] [Mythical Beasts from the Classic of Mountains and Seas] [Immortals, Ghosts, Gods, Demons, and Monsters Run Amok! What exactly is the ability that lets Black Mountain sense the malice in the world? The heavens and earth are blades, reaping human lives. All things stir into life, yet none can escape reincarnation. Like wild grass, he was born to pursue the Dao. His Black Mountain tribe was wiped out, leaving him the sole survivor. Liv 7.3kReads8.9Score945Shelves

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    A must-see for those with high IQs, endlessly entertaining!

18. 218 刺 The Assassin Big Sister Is Back, and the Capital Is in for a Shake-Up 刺客姐姐回来了，京城要变天 Lotus Seeds and Longan莲子桂圆Ancient Romance2.1M WordsCompleted [Strong female lead + satisfying revenge + political intrigue + wuxia style + humor + very little romance + memorable male supporting characters] From the moment she was born, Lü Shangen, the second branch’s young lady in the Hanlin Academy residence, was regarded by her grandmother as an ill omen. When she was just over a year old, she was sent far away. The servants responsible for raising her were greedy to the core. They pocketed the money meant for her upkeep, let their own daughter take Lü 7.5kReads8.9Score884Shelves

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    Try this book. It's not highly rated, but it's a light read with a diverse range of themes, including assassins, female protagonists, and a mix of court politics and martial arts. There's no time travel, rebirth, cheat codes, or naive characters. The plot is fast-paced and engaging, all characters are intelligent, and it's humorous and witty. It gets better as you read, and you won't want to skip any chapters; you'll want to read it all the way to the end.

19. 219 山 The Classic of Mountains and Seas: Kunlun Ruins 山海经·昆仑墟 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今26k WordsCompleted Classic of Mountains and Seas: Kunlun Ruins 6Reads—Score—Shelves
20. 220 集 The Secret of a Collective Rejuvenation 集体回春的秘密 White Moon Guzheng白月古筝Mystery180k WordsCompleted “Sis, have you been taking preservatives?” “Are there more and more centenarians?” A rejuvenation craze has swept through a certain entertainment circle. Behind the glamour, are there secrets no one knows? Lin Shen ventures alone into the tiger's den... and barely makes it out alive. 35Reads8.6Score—Shelves

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    High IQ battle of wits and courage

21. 221 与 Playing Chess with You: The Phoenix's Power 与君奕：凰权 Jiang Tanluoyue江潭落月Ancient Romance369k WordsCompleted (The rating has only just opened and will rise later) “Political intrigue + evenly matched leads + marriage before love + traditional war for supremacy in a chaotic age + ensemble cast + powerful female lead + nation and family” In these chaotic times, even a monarch can hardly hope for a lifetime of peace. Crowned heir to the throne at six, named crown prince at eight, and enthroned at twelve, Yan Xi was the “future savior of the Yan Kingdom” foretold by an astrologer, blessed with the Purple 211Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    A pure historical romance novel featuring two powerful characters vying for power and intrigue, all with high intelligence, and a captivating, tightly woven plot.

22. 222 六 The Six Realms Era: The Hongmeng Investiture of the Gods 六界纪元：鸿蒙封神录 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Eastern Fantasy78k WordsCompleted Heaven and Earth began in chaos. Chaos gave birth to the Limitless, the Limitless gave birth to the Supreme Ultimate, the Supreme Ultimate transformed into yin and yang, yin and yang gave rise to the five elements, and the five elements nurtured all living things. Heaven and Earth began in chaos. Chaos gave birth to the Limitless, the Limitless gave birth to the Supreme Ultimate, the Supreme Ultimate transformed into yin and yang, yin and yang gave rise to the five elements, and the five element 5Reads—Score—Shelves
23. 223 玄 Chen Ping, Master Strategist: His Heavenly Calculations Shape the World 玄谋陈平：天机算尽定乾坤 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今22k WordsCompleted Chen Ping's Cunning: Calculating Heaven's Secrets to Shape the World 12Reads—Score—Shelves
24. 224 大 The Great Wei Inkblade 大魏墨锋 Tan Qianli谭千里Eastern Fantasy327k WordsCompleted Lin Chen inherited the legacy of the Broken Stele of Mingyue Mountain and opened the door to a whole new world: It turned out calligraphy could be used in martial arts. It turned out every copybook he had ever practiced was a peerless martial art. The bold, powerful Yan style was a fierce, unstoppable palm technique; The strength of the Liu style’s strokes was the force of an iron-fisted punch; The graceful beauty of the Zhao style was a sword intent that soared beyond the mundane. The Great Wei 8Reads7.5Score—Shelves

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    Unlike traditional fantasy novels, this book introduces new literary and martial arts theories, including the Eight Schools of Military Strategy. It maintains sound values, with foreshadowing and cause-and-effect relationships throughout, and the characters are intelligently presented.

25. 225 灯 Lantern Light Over Chang’an 灯影照长安 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今23k WordsCompleted Lamplight Over Chang'an 2Reads—Score—Shelves
26. 226 大 The Great Wei Dust-Shocking Stratagem 大魏惊尘策 Tan Qianli谭千里Eastern Fantasy444k WordsCompleted “The world pursues the white, but I alone hold fast to the black.” Shen Jingchen raised his eyes, his gaze clear and cool as a winter spring, and slowly introduced himself by name and courtesy name: “I am Shen Jingchen, courtesy name Zhibai.” A He looked up at him, only half understanding, yet feeling that the young master’s bearing at that moment was more upright and noble than the pines and bamboo on the mountain. He continued in a calm voice, his words light but weighty: “The Dao De Jing says 5Reads7.5Score—Shelves
27. 227 筛 Selecting Humanity 筛选人类 A Glance and a Hop回眸一跳Sci-Fi & Apocalypse413k WordsCompleted Hardcore sci-fi, rated 9+ [Hardcore sci-fi, future technology, genetic warfare, high-IQ strategies, a fresh premise, tech-focused, not a power fantasy] This is a novel that will leave you feeling a chill run down your spine. It depicts a form of warfare most people have never considered: genetic agricultural warfare. Drawing on rigorous agricultural science, it builds an apocalyptic scenario that feels chillingly real. The enemy’s weapon might be nothing more than an ordinary weed growing by a f 10.4kReads8.2Score1.4kShelves

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    A pure biotechnology novel, unlike anything I've ever read before, it sends chills down my spine. It describes a potential form of warfare: genetic agriculture warfare. This reminds me of the recent spy theft of parent seeds; could the author have made this deduction based on some kind of conjecture? The author uses top-notch agricultural science knowledge to construct a possible apocalyptic scenario. Most strikingly, the author doesn't just write wildly imaginative stories; every genetic technology described in the book may already be a reality, either now or in the future. It left me with a chill down my spine. Could the author be the protagonist himself?

28. 228 尸 A Note from the Corpse Whisperer 尸语者的纸条 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今13k WordsCompleted A Note from the Corpse Whisperer 2Reads—Score—Shelves
29. 229 救 Help! This Lousy System Is Making Me Found a Sect! 救命！这破系统让我开宗立派！ The Crying of Xiao Xiao萧萧之鸣Eastern Fantasy2.3M WordsCompleted After transmigrating to another world as a sickly man, the male lead triggers a System: if he fails to save twenty people within three years, he’ll die of his illness. He sets off on a journey to save people, meeting one lovely confidante after another along the way. In the end, he’s forced to found a sect and finds his happy ending. (This is not a cultivation novel.) The premise is fairly fresh, leaving behind the traditional level-up-and-fight-monsters formula. The protagonist is frail at firs 36.4kReads9.2Score3.5kShelves

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    The world-building is truly vast and incredibly positive, with tons of beautiful women, including female assassins, doctors, princesses, maids, servants, bandits, strategists, and even widows!!

30. 230 灯 When the Lanterns Fade, the Calamity Ends 灯明劫尽 Rui Xuan睿暄Ancient Romance859k WordsOngoing [Two strong leads, brilliant strategists, devoted only to each other, revenge, dual identities, dual personalities, an alternate world not based on any historical dynasty, plenty of witty flirting] She is the eldest princess, rumored to be cherished by all, yet she witnessed her mother spend her life being manipulated by the man she loved. Gentle and composed on the surface, she excels at reading people and understands human nature. To stir up the court, she will stop at nothing. She will destro 1.9kReads9.3Score270Shelves

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    This ancient Chinese political drama features two strong characters, all with sharp minds. It depicts a complex power structure, multi-factional game logic, and the gray areas of character motivations. The writing is delicate and full of tension, revealing the undercurrents in the hearts of men under the emperor's schemes, and the cracks beneath the facades of powerful and capable officials. The author portrays both ambition and balance, as well as the ability to accept one's own choices.

31. 231 玄 The Mystic Pivot: Zhang Heng’s Record of Heavenly Secrets 玄枢：张衡天机录 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今29k WordsCompleted The Mystic Pivot: Zhang Heng's Record of Celestial Secrets 6Reads—Score—Shelves
32. 232 蜀 Zhuge Liang Calls the Rebellious Son of Shu Han a Total Monster 蜀汉逆子诸葛亮直呼太妖孽 Lan Bingche岚冰澈Historical1.0M WordsCompleted Autumn winds sweep across Wuzhang Plains, and a star of the Han falls. For so many later romantics who love Shu Han and dream of its restoration, this became an unshakable regret in their hearts. Yet in the final moments of Zhuge Liang's life, he met a kindred spirit from a younger generation, long overdue. A mere brat, yet born with a rebellious streak. His words made even Zhuge Liang question his own life, leaving him feeling diminished. And yet, a deathless light flared in his aging eyes. "Th 767Reads8.7Score—Shelves

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    The pinnacle of historical intrigue, featuring both sides of the story, with everyone displaying exceptional intelligence.

33. 233 司 Sima Jizhu: The Way of Yi Towers Over Heaven 司马季主：易道凌天 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今15k WordsCompleted Sima Jizhu: The Way of Change Soars Above the Heavens —Reads—Score—Shelves
34. 234 纵 Conquering the Heavens, Starting as the Top Scholar 纵横诸天，从状元郎开始 Feng Xinmu风心木Eastern Fantasy393k WordsOngoing [Original dungeons + infinite worlds + no System + slow burn + highly intelligent protagonist + numerous foreshadowed clues + many twists] My name is Zhao Xingzhou, and I'm number one on the Main God Space's most-wanted list. I ended the aristocratic clans' monopoly, and they said I brought hope. I destroyed the Norse pantheon, and they accused me of bringing ruin. I became the Demon King's ruler of the demon race, and even eloped with the heroine. I founded a multiworld interstellar empire, yet 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's good; it's an original, multiverse, infinite flow story.

35. 235 紫 Master of the Purple Star: The Birth Chart Rules the World, the Stars Subdue All Realms 紫微星主：命盘定乾坤，星斗镇诸天 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今29k WordsCompleted Master of the Ziwei Star: The Fate Chart Determines the World, the Stars Subdue All Realms —Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 236 大 The Tang Dynasty's Record of Demon Suppression 大唐镇妖录 The Mysterious Qiuchi神秘的秋迟Eastern Fantasy214k WordsOngoing [Great Tang] [Mystery] [Dual Transmigration] [Humor] [Thriller] One spell scribbled in ghost script, and master and disciple are both transported to another world. The master becomes a state preceptor with power over the imperial court, putting on an act of “otherworldly grace” every day while secretly panicking like crazy. The disciple becomes an unregistered nobody who starts off locked behind bars. He relies on street cons and a “fake manual” that suddenly starts working to fight for his life 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Lin'an] A Song Dynasty political intrigue story with heartwarming ensemble cast; excellent writing style. [Zhen Yao] A Tang Dynasty suspenseful and fantastical tale, humorous and fast-paced, both funny and thrilling; I call it a masterpiece among new books. It's bound to be a hit. Go for it! [Requesting more updates!]

37. 237 追 Thirty-Six Ways to Win a Man: Runaway Bride 追男三十六计：逃之夭夭 Half an Unidle Person半个不闲人Ancient Romance700k WordsCompleted Her soul returns to another world, and Ye Su brings the sharp edge of her modern spirit into the turbulent world of an ancient dynasty. Her original self died unjustly, yet had a remarkable talent hidden within her, and her death reveals a baffling mystery about her true origins. Alone in an unfamiliar world, she never expected to become entangled in three deep romances that would bind her for life. He is a member of the royal family, outwardly a dissolute playboy who neglects his duties, but in 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's good, I recommend it.

38. 238 阴 The Hidden Talisman Records of Yan 阴符照燕录 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Historical19k WordsCompleted The Record of the Yan Kingdom, Illuminated by the Yin Talisman 1Reads—Score—Shelves
39. 239 灵 The Hidden Treasures of the Spirit Pivot 灵枢天藏 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今28k WordsCompleted The Celestial Treasury of the Spirit Pivot 8Reads—Score—Shelves
40. 240 盛 The Great Prosperity of the Realm 盛鼎天下 Nine Pages to the End九页未央Historical599k WordsCompleted [Fast-Paced + Ancient-Era Power Struggles + No System + No Transmigration + Ensemble Cast + Hard-Core Historical Intrigue] Ambushed on the way home from the start? Do you really think my brothers are pushovers? My father hesitates? As heir apparent, I'll raise an army and rebel! My second brother is peerless in strategy, and my third brother is unstoppable in battle? They're just my top-tier workhorses! Nine out of ten great clans are Fu, and the last one's named Gu? Sorry, in front of me, Your 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    No system, no time travel, not mindless, not stupid. You can click in to check it out.

41. 241 悬 Suspicious Homicide Cases: A Police Chief's Major Crimes Notebook 悬疑凶案：公安局长重案手记 Cyanide Murmurs氰呓语Mystery580k WordsOngoing An assassination attempt targeting the county magistrate ends with the accidental killing of the only daughter of Qingjiang's richest man. After five years as strangers, the husband and wife join forces again following their daughter's tragic death. The mother launches a forceful counterattack in politics, while the father brings the full weight of his business empire to bear. They swear to make the killers pay in blood. To crack the case, the female God of War Lu Qingshuang is parachuted into t 44.9kReads8.2Score2.9kShelves
42. 242 班 Ban Chao: Star Lord of the Western Frontier 班超：镇西星主 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今21k WordsCompleted Ban Chao: Star Lord Who Pacified the West 1Reads—Score—Shelves
43. 243 公 The Police Chief’s Shocking Crackdown on Organized Crime 公安局长惊天扫黑大案 Zhang Dali, Bursting with Bullish Energy牛气冲天的张大力Urban512k WordsOngoing Han Shuang arrives in Changhu City and takes up her new post. On her very first day, the heiress of Changhu Group dies under mysterious circumstances, and a forensic examiner carrying evidence climbs into a restricted area, their fate unknown. Wu Gang hides a blade behind his smile. Deputy Director Gou Jianxiao sets traps at every turn, while the three great families are entangled in a web of influence. With two capable women at her side, Han Shuang steps into this isolated city woven from power 6kReads7.5Score316Shelves
44. 244 九 The Power of the Chancellor: The Great Qin Dragon Cauldron 九天相权·大秦龙鼎 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今20k WordsCompleted The Nine Heavens' Chancellor's Power: The Dragon Ding of Great Qin —Reads—Score—Shelves
45. 245 九 The Nine Heavens’ Tally of Command: The Biography of Sun Wu 九天兵符：孙武传 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今19k WordsCompleted The Nine Heavens' Military Talisman: The Legend of Sun Wu —Reads—Score—Shelves
46. 246 扫 Anti-Corruption Bureau Chief: The Soldier King Is a Little Wild 扫黑局长：兵王有点野 Xiaoxiao Gou'er Lingdang晓晓狗儿铃当Urban218k WordsOngoing Wujiang, a small county town carved up between two local kingpins. The first three predecessors: one went mad, one died, and one was silenced. The fourth is Lu Chuan. A former special forces soldier, he was still twisting people's necks on the training ground half a month ago. Now he wears a police uniform and holds a meeting for the whole team in the morgue of a funeral home. 24Reads—Score109Shelves
47. 247 机 The Female Official 机关女干部 Xiaoxiao Gou'er Lingdang晓晓狗儿铃当Modern Romance1.5M WordsOngoing A serious novel about officialdom that faces reality and holds firm to its principles. There's no simplistic division between “black and white,” only the real compromises and choices of life within the system. Here you'll find solid engineering details, meticulous criminal investigations, moving relationships, and steadfast faith. The story follows Lin Ruxi and Shen Chan as they work side by side to break through deadlocks and uphold justice amid the politics, reform, and personal struggles of Q 7.2kReads7.9Score567Shelves
48. 248 玄 The Heart of the Han, Book Two: The Bronze Cauldron Emerges, War Engulfs the Three Kingdoms 玄汉文心·第二部 文鼎现世·三国烽烟 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Male-Channel Fanfiction13k WordsCompleted The Literary Soul of the Mystic Han, Part Two: The Bronze Ding Emerges, Flames of War Engulf the Three Kingdoms —Reads—Score—Shelves
49. 249 玄 The Heart of the Han: The Legend of Lu Jia 玄汉文心.陆贾传奇 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今26k WordsCompleted The Literary Soul of the Mystic Han: The Legend of Lu Jia —Reads—Score—Shelves
50. 250 暗 Dark City Police: A Mysterious Case 暗城公安：悬疑迷案 Zhang Dali, Bursting with Bullish Energy牛气冲天的张大力Mystery226k WordsOngoing Three days before the wedding, Wang Hao found his fiancée Li Yanchen’s body in a demolition zone. The ring was still there. She was already cold. He refused to look the other way and insisted on investigating the case himself. He was determined to tear the truth wide open, even if it meant turning the whole Dark City upside down. 13Reads—Score195Shelves

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