Urban Slice-of-Life, Realistic and Immersive, with Vivid, Believable Writing 都市日常，力求写实有代入感，文笔细腻真实不做

1. 801 少 The Young Traveler 少年行 A Dao阿刀Urban2.1M WordsCompleted In that moment, I truly understood why the poor stay poor. It isn't because we don't work hard enough. It's because of the environment we live in, the resources we have, our narrow-mindedness, and the few, fragile opportunities available to us. All of it traps my impoverished family in a struggle just to survive! I gave everything I had for a chance to “change my fate,” yet a single storm was enough to destroy it! 24.6kReads9.1Score2.6k14d adds

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   That's why I had to take out this book; I closed my eyes and rushed in.

2. 802 路 The Girl I Found by the Road Is from the Late Ming Dynasty 路边捡到的少女竟来自明末 Zhou Qingliu周清柳Urban711k WordsOngoing There’s no boastful face-slapping Dragon King plot here, only a gentle, slow-paced healing story about two people finding their way to each other. “You said you’re from the late Ming dynasty?” “You said this is modern times?” “Stay here. It’s a thousand times better than the late Ming.” “Thank you, White Porridge.” “No need to thank me, Xie Cai. Besides, my name is Bai Zhou, not White Porridge.” Aren’t people from ancient times supposed to be reserved? Why does the heroine keep being so 751Reads—Score11014d adds

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   A slice-of-life story set in the modern world. The female protagonist travels from the late Ming Dynasty to the present day, and the male protagonist guides her step by step into modern life. The time travel is merely a background setting; the main storyline is a lighthearted and heartwarming slice-of-life narrative.

3. 803 三 Third Sister 三姐 Li Sitong李肆瞳Urban5.5M WordsOngoing “If you don't talk about the world's troubles to everyone you meet, then you're someone who lives free of the world's troubles.” Never think too highly of people's hearts, and never underestimate human nature. Nothing is colder than human nature, nothing more chilling than people's hearts. Be a little kinder to yourself. A life in this world is hard-won, and every tribulation is fate. This is the strange coming-of-age journey of an innocent young man. Ordinary people dream of becoming immortals, 118.9kReads9.2Score5k14d adds
4. 804 上 Shanghai People Eat Rice Porridge 上海人吃泡饭 The Writer Who Writes in Shanghainese用上海话写作的人Modern Romance627k WordsCompleted In the middle of the night, Wang’s Granny was being beaten so badly she could barely move, and could only call for help. Uncle Huang was still fuming over how she had humiliated him during the day, so angry he couldn’t sleep. He heard what sounded faintly like a cat meowing, but when he listened more closely, he realized it was a cry for help coming from Wang’s Granny’s house. He was about to go save her when his wife grabbed hold of him... 491Reads8.1Score—14d adds

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   This novel, praised by the media as the online version of "Blossoms," is being published by Hunan Literature and Art Publishing House. It tells a touching story of everyday life, love, hate, and grudges among ordinary people in a Shanghai alleyway.

5. 805 形 Beneath the Form 形体之下 Only Eats Oil-Splashed Noodles吃面只吃油泼面Urban228k WordsOngoing A story about a woman, for whom beauty is both an asset and a sin. Yu Jie is thirty-one, an aerobics instructor who believes hard work pays off. When a real estate tycoon offers her a 180,000-yuan bonus and a 300,000-yuan endorsement deal, she scoffs, resists, then convinces herself to “get just a little closer.” She doesn’t know the rules of that world: once you step inside, there are no boundaries. From prized mistress to businesswoman, from a broken marriage to having nothing at all, it tak 63Reads6.2Score—14d adds

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   Please take a look; it should meet your requirements.

6. 806 三 The Wife at Thirty 三十之妻 Call Me the Female Bandit我叫女土匪Urban2.1M WordsCompleted “Dad... Dad, a bad man is hitting Mom... Waaaah...” His three-year-old daughter called him, sobbing. “Don’t cry, sweetheart. Where are you?” Chen Fei was frantic with worry. “We’re at home. Dad, hurry and save Mom!” His daughter was crying her heart out. Just as Chen Fei was about to ask more, he heard screams coming through the phone... 303Reads8.0Score13314d adds
7. 807 贼 The Thief's Way 贼道 Heading North向北Urban2.1M WordsCompleted My name is Xiao Wu. I was a wild child no orphanage could keep in check. At nine years old, I charged into this dog-eat-dog world. I saw through it then: living was like clinging to a moving train. You either held on or fell and were crushed to pieces. The first steamed bun I stole wasn’t because I was hungry. I wanted to see whether these hands that picked pockets could grab fate by the throat. The juvenile detention center, the shelter, and the detention center were my schools. The thieves wer 84.3kReads9.6Score10.6k14d adds
8. 808 猎 Cat Hunter 猎猫 Huaniansi华年思Modern Romance719k WordsOngoing This story is entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual events or people is purely coincidental. There are two kinds of people in this world. Some live in the sunlight, believing in law, order, and justice. Others live in the shadows, following their own rules and killing with their own hands. Zhao Xiaomeng belongs to the first kind. Or at least, that's how she seems. She's seventeen, top of her class, a gifted student in her teachers' eyes and a straight-A student to her classmates. No one 8Reads—Score—14d adds

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   It's realistic, but the sense of immersion isn't great. Because it's a crime novel, it depicts the extraordinary and unusual.

9. 809 八 Those of Us Born in the ’80s 八零后的我们 Wang Xiaomiao汪小喵Modern Romance880k WordsCompleted We, the post-80s generation, have weathered life's joys and sorrows and suffered enough from the hardships of life and marriage. Amid the daily grind, our days have been steadily dwindling, and before we knew it, our generation had reached middle age... 2.7kReads8.2Score16514d adds

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   Synopsis: Based on true events, the story revolves around the female protagonist's growth and a series of extreme events she encounters... Two chapters updated daily. If you, like me, enjoy thought-provoking novels by Yu Hua and Lu Yao, you might want to check out my new book. Character traits: Distinctive personalities. Main character relationships: Sisters + eccentric second uncle, Qiangzi.

10. 810 我 My Tenth Year as a Simp 我当舔狗的第十年 There's a Cloud in the Wind Called Old 6风中有朵云叫老6Urban318k WordsOngoing Mo Ziyan screamed because Yang Dun had knocked her to the ground, and the fall hurt. Yang Dun screamed because he had accidentally pressed his hand against Mo Ziyan’s chest... Embarrassed, Yang Dun quickly scrambled to his feet, then awkwardly helped Mo Ziyan up. But Mo Ziyan thought Yang Dun had knocked her down on purpose. “Team Leader Yang, how could you be so naughty? You told me to stand right here and not move, but it turns out you were lining me up so you could knock me over!?” —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    [On the Anime-Style Cooking Method for Noodles] It's said that noodles should be heated with a 200-degree Celsius steel ball to prevent the dampness of the southeast wind and the frequent occurrence of typhoons. Because in this life, the more happiness you can have, the more you should ride the carousel. The exhilarating life of soaring through the air isn't about fighting and killing, but about deception and intrigue. Therefore, one should be optimistic, strong, and positive throughout life. Otherwise, you won't be able to enjoy seven dishes and eight bowls of soup. You ask me why I'm so excellent? I say I don't drink alcohol at all, because adults over 18 can't smoke. Drinking affects the air, smoking pollutes the earth. So, in short, a newbie reporting for duty, please give me your guidance. Genre: Urban, Romance, Backup Lover, Campus Story Synopsis: The male lead has been a simp for ten years. The female lead has always been indifferent to him. Recommendation Rating:

11. 811 荒 King of the Wilderness 荒野之王 Continue Writing Spring and Autumn续写春秋Urban2.0M WordsCompleted On the deserted National Highway 318, a beautiful young woman flagged down Cang Yunfeng’s car. Any seasoned driver who regularly traveled through Tibet would know what was going on... 96.7kReads9.5Score9.2k14d adds

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    This book meets your requirements. It's quite unique among Tomato's works, with a captivating and immersive plot that makes you feel like you're right there in the story. It also has positive values!

12. 812 谁 Who Put a Celebrity in My Trunk? 谁往我车后备箱塞了个女明星？ Huimin, the Chicken-Raising King惠民养鸡王Urban1.1M WordsCompleted One day, Xu Mo was getting off work as usual when he heard a noise coming from the trunk. He opened it and took a look. A famous actress had been tossed into the trunk, bound hand and foot! What he didn’t know was that countless cameras were pointed at him. This was a brand-new kind of show. The first ordinary person selected was caught in less than an hour. But once Xu Mo was chosen, things started to take a different turn. “Holy crap, that’s not how the script goes! Xu Mo is way too intense. H 33.1kReads8.4Score2.4k14d adds

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    Urgent Notice: Our city's police headquarters received a call tonight reporting that famous actress Yang Jingxuan has been kidnapped. According to witnesses, the kidnappers were driving a black Volkswagen with license plate number Yue AXXXX. Anyone with information is urged to call the police. [Please pay attention]

13. 813 穷 A Poor Kid's Rise to Billionaire at Thirty-Five 穷小子逆袭三十五岁成亿万富豪 Ugly Uncle丑叔叔Urban405k WordsOngoing (Slow-burn setup in the early chapters; urban life, emotions, sweet and heartwarming everyday moments + one female lead + 1v1 + mutual devotion + office life + romance + childhood friends and first love) This book mainly follows the many ups and downs in Zhu Zilong's life, and the warmth and harshness of the world around him. After succeeding as an entrepreneur and changing his fate, he grows more mature and dependable. Yet even after achieving success in his career, he remains single. He can't 16Reads—Score—14d adds

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    My new book is currently being serialized. It's a slice-of-life story set in the city, with a single female lead and multiple supporting characters. The male and female leads were each other's first love, broke up, and met again years later. The male lead is mature, steady, and aloof. He's exceptionally kind to the female lead.

14. 814 有 A Little Bit of a Crush 有一点心动 Mom of Two二胎妈妈Modern Romance196k WordsCompleted [Marriage Before Love + One-on-One Romance + Sweet Romance + Modern Romance] Overbearing CEO vs. sweet, innocent college student Also known as The Blush-Worthy Everyday Life of Marrying a Rich Husband Song Chiqian: “Some things in this world are hard to explain. Like meeting you. It wasn’t love at first sight, or falling for you the second time around. I just fell in love with you!” Xu Miao: “Little by little, I found myself falling for you. I don’t know whether to feel sad or happy.” Only later 350Reads6.5Score—14d adds

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    Urban romance, everything unfolds naturally, a positive outlook on life, and a desire for love – I'd like to introduce these two books to you!

15. 815 五 My Five Sisters Raised Me, So I Bought Each of Them a House 五个姐姐养大我，我送每人一套房 Sesame Dream芝麻梦Urban341k WordsOngoing When I was seven, Mom and Dad were gone. My five older sisters took turns raising me. The eldest dropped out of school to work a sewing machine. The second scavenged rotten vegetables at the market. The third earned money competing in tournaments. The fourth never had an entry labeled “for herself” in her ledger. The fifth cut off her long braids and sold them for eight yuan to pay my tuition. Chen Zi'en lived next door. He was the school bully, feared by everyone. He'd never lost a fight, but 3Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Okay, here it comes! 👌🏻

16. 816 朋 A Story My Friend Told Me About How She Almost Cheated 朋友给我讲了一个，她差点出轨的故事 Let the Dust Fly尘埃飞扬吧Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted A friend told me a story about how she almost cheated on her partner 11Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Urban life, genuine emotions, witty and humorous writing style, it's so good!

17. 817 我EN Learning to Slay Gods in the Psychiatric Hospital 我在精神病院学斩神 Three Nine Sound Domain三九音域Urban4.3M WordsCompleted A must-read hit on Tomato Novel | Original novel of the hit anime Slay the Gods | IP influence on the China Online Literature Influence List | 2023 China Good Novel Have you ever wondered whether monsters from ancient myths lurk beneath the neon-lit city? Have you ever wondered whether gods stand watch over humanity atop the moon hanging high above us? Have you ever wondered whether extraordinary people walk among us in our bustling modern cities, acting in the gods’ stead? In the society ruled 992.2kReads9.9Score158.5k14d adds
18. 818 离 Finding Love After Divorce 离婚后，找到爱 Mom of Two二胎妈妈Modern Romance256k WordsCompleted Also known as After My Divorce, I Married a Rugged Mechanic. A modern romance, one-on-one, between a flower shop owner and a rugged mechanic. The other man gets the girl? No, the second male lead does. Gu Mingzhu had been married to Xu Jianing for three years. They had dated since college, making it six years together in all. Everyone envied them, and she too thought they would grow old together. But who could have known that beneath their happy marriage lay nothing but devastation? Li Shao ran 11Reads9.0Score—14d adds
19. 819 何 When Will I Come of Age? The Campus Arc 何时而立之校园篇 Divine Immortal Yang神仙洋Modern Romance220k WordsCompleted This story, based on real people, is the first installment in the When Will I Come of Age series: When Will I Come of Age: Campus Days. It follows the events in the life of the protagonist, He Li, during his university years, including his daily life, studies, and romance. His self-discipline in both life and study ultimately takes him to the top of his academic field. The novel feels so authentic that readers can relate to it and feel as though they’re right there in the story. Its gripping plo 4Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Based on a true story, it's worth checking out.

20. 820 还 I Have Three Months Left to Live, So Let Me Die in Peace 还剩三个月命，请让我从容赴死 Reclining in the North高卧北Urban169k WordsCompleted From childhood onward, Zhuang Zi'ang was the kind of kid everyone called “the child other parents wish they had”: a model student every year and always first in his class. But after his parents divorced and his father started a new family, he became a child neither parent loved. At just eighteen, Zhuang Zi'ang is diagnosed with a terminal illness and given only three months to live. With his final three months, he decides to let out his rebellious, wild side and be truly himself for once. While 168.8kReads9.8Score19.3k14d adds

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    This novel, which stands out for its sincere emotions and delicate writing, is an immortal masterpiece in my heart. At only 160,000 words, it shines like a brilliant star, every word radiating wisdom, concise and profound, without a single superfluous word. Cleverly using the philosophical reflection of "Zhuangzi dreaming of a butterfly, and the butterfly dreaming of Zhuangzi" as a thread, it perfectly blends ancient allusions with modern emotions, showcasing the author's profound understanding of the intertwining of life, dreams, and reality. The text not only features a novel plot but also contains rich cultural connotations, making each reading a spiritual cleansing. The novel's structure is ingenious, with numerous foreshadowing elements and meticulous attention to detail. The rigorous story framework ensures a smooth and natural reading experience while maintaining depth and complexity, allowing the reader to personally experience a profound exploration of love, loss, and self-discovery as they follow the protagonist Zhuang Zi'ang's life journey. In terms of emotional expression, it strikes directly at the heart, deeply moving the reader. Whether it's the protagonist's resilience and vulnerability in the face of terminal illness, or the subtle and complex changes in his relationships with those around him, everything is vividly depicted, drawing the reader in and making them feel deeply connected. In short, this is not just a novel, but a dialogue of the soul, a contemplation on the meaning of life. Its beautiful language, genuine emotions, and profound thoughts make it a shining pearl in urban everyday literature, worthy of careful appreciation by everyone who loves life and yearns to understand its mysteries.

21. 821 我 My Supermodel Neighbor 我的超模女邻居 Riding the Wind Across the World风行天下Urban1.6M WordsCompleted The story of an art teacher who moonlights as a bathhouse scrubber and turns his life around… 4.4kReads5.7Score62514d adds

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    This one seems pretty good.

22. 822 行 Somebody Somewhere in the Crowd 行走在人海中的某某某 I Promise You the Best Years我许年华Modern Romance309k WordsCompleted There is only one true heroism in the world: to see life as it is and still love it. Whether it’s the wind blowing through a valley, clouds drifting over the sea, poplar trees by the roadside, foxtail grass on a hillside, or people, Zhao Xiaoqiu thinks they’re all much the same, aren’t they? 2.1kReads9.2Score12214d adds

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    [Thinking][Almost crying][Laughing][Sending a heart]

23. 823 冰 The Freezer 冰柜 A Still Pool一池静水Modern Romance142k WordsCompleted In today's restless society, people's innate kindness can easily be lost amid rampant materialism. Sometimes, love and devotion are repaid with betrayal, or even death. Based on real cases, this book warns readers that the dark side of human nature is always present, and that desire and dissatisfaction can corrode even the deepest bonds. 44Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I recommend three novels based on realistic themes.

24. 824 重 Reborn in '99: Pear Blossoms and Crabapple Blooms 重生99之梨花海棠 Fireside Talks at Night举火夜话Urban913k WordsCompleted (Rebirth) + (Business) + (Entertainment Industry) + (Variety Shows Later On) + (Easygoing Life) + (No Angst, No Pay-to-Win) + (Celebrity Romance) Leave half your brain at the door while reading. 5.9kReads7.3Score15714d adds
25. 825 无 No Lamps, No Moon, So What? 无灯无月又何妨 I Promise You the Best Years我许年华Modern Romance409k WordsCompleted If two hearts understand each other, what need have they for lamps or moonlight? If one day we’re caught in the same snow, then we’ll have shared a lifetime of gray hair. Even if we lived together in perfect harmony, there would still be regrets! May you weather every storm and still keep the light in your eyes, never straying from your original purpose. 35Reads7.6Score—14d adds
26. 826 夏 Summer Tangerine Through the Seasons 夏橘的春夏秋冬 Listening South, Traveling North南听北往Modern Romance256k WordsCompleted On a bright morning, a girl named Xia Ju transferred to a new school. Teacher: “Gu Bei, she’ll be your new deskmate from now on.” The boy nodded. Xia Ju looked at him. He was an exceptionally handsome boy. From that day on, the two of them were never apart again. A sweet romance from school days to the wedding aisle. 16Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A warm and sweet love story.

27. 827 人 Middle Age: City of Desire 人到中年：欲望之都 The Cang Sea Knows No Blame沧海无咎Urban1.0M WordsCompleted [Urban] + [Everyday Life] + [Special Agent] + [Sound Values] The story begins when the male lead, Li Wujiao, retires from service and comes home late at night, hoping to surprise his wife. Instead, he discovers that his wife, Jiang Zhirou, hasn't come home, and someone is harassing her... What? You say your grandfather was once a big shot in the Magic City? And your father is a financial tycoon there, too? No need to panic... Watch a retired agent prove that retirement hasn't dulled his skills. 6.1kReads9.0Score60514d adds

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    Daily life in the city, no cheating, no cheating. . .

28. 828 3 The 365-Day Relentless Dating Plan 365天疯狂相亲计划 Deep Words at Dawn晨言深语Modern Romance357k WordsCompleted [Modern romance + lifelong single + falling in love + dating pitfalls] On her 29th birthday, Mu Chen makes a vow: she’ll get married before she turns 30. Having been single her whole life, she sets out on a long search for love, rushing from one blind date to the next. What will happen as she searches for Mr. Right? Stay tuned. 19Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Urban romance and matchmaking novels that resonate with everyday life, depicting the emotions of adults—very engaging.

29. 829 港 Hong Kong City's Neon Nights, Dreams of Youth Lingering 港城烟火，青春余梦 Snow Drifting Through the Borderlands边城飘雪11k WordsCompleted Harbor City Fireworks, Dreams of Youth Left Behind 7Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A young woman from out of town, who traveled thousands of miles to Hong Kong to pursue her postgraduate studies, only wanted to complete her education peacefully, but she fell for the doting affections of a gentle local senior. The evening breeze over Victoria Harbour and the lively atmosphere of the tea restaurants were all sweet traces of their mutual journey. However, burdened with the responsibility of supporting his entire family, he was reluctant to part with her and had to push her away.

30. 830 诸 A Farmhouse Inn for All Realms 诸天农家乐 The Second Walnut第二个核桃Urban300k WordsCompleted Wang Dazhu is a simple young man running Dazhu Farmstay on the outskirts of the city. Business is dismal, and the place is on the verge of closing. Even Ahuang, the watchdog, has learned to sigh. Then one night, as Wang Dazhu squats by the vegetable patch, worrying over a plate of vegetables dipped in sauce, he suddenly hears a ding Host meets the requirements. The Myriad Worlds Node System has been activated. Your farmstay will become a transfer station connecting all worlds! From then on, ever 32Reads8.3Score114d adds
31. 831 身 A Beautiful Farming Life in Another Body 身穿之美丽种田记 Listening to Lotus in the Night Rain夜雨听荷Ancient Romance817k WordsCompleted (No System, no golden finger, just an ordinary person with sound values) This isn’t a get-rich-quick wish-fulfillment story, nor is the heroine a lone beauty who needs no one. She has a grand vision for her family: one flower alone doesn’t make spring, but a hundred flowers in bloom fill the garden with spring. After taking part in a Hanfu event, Zhao Meili unexpectedly found herself in ancient times, where she was rescued by Guo Ping, a hunter. With no household registration, Zhao Meili couldn 2.3kReads8.9Score22114d adds
32. 832 市 Strange Tales from the Jianghu Streets 市井江湖异闻录 Loose Wild Grass散装野草Urban518k WordsOngoing Qin Bei was an ordinary young man from Northeast China, living a quiet, unremarkable life among the bustle of the city. Then a mysterious package arrived out of the blue, shattering his peaceful routine and dragging him into one bizarre incident after another. Beneath the glittering surface of modern life, undercurrents are stirring. The secretive martial sects passed down for millennia have never vanished, and mysterious powers unknown to the world lie hidden in the everyday rhythms of the cit 58Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I wouldn't call it pretentious, just don't mind my rough edges [laughs]

33. 833 说 We Agreed to Date, Not Move In Together. Why Are You Taking This Seriously?! 说好只交往不同居，你咋玩真的！ Zi Zhi自致Urban245k WordsOngoing (One female lead + urban slice of life + mutual flirting and pursuit + workplace wish fulfillment + no System) After getting involved with a pure yet alluring goddess right from the start, Gu Ming was immediately branded a kept man. Burdened by an unspoken difficulty, he had no choice but to propose a hasty arrangement in order to convince her to agree. "We can date, but we don't live together. That's not an unreasonable request, right?" Instead, he got nothing but mockery and contempt from her. 567Reads—Score12014d adds

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    It's a slice-of-life film set in the city, so if you like that kind of thing, give it a try!

34. 834 苗 The Miaojiang Gu Chronicles 苗疆蛊事 Namo Kasaya Science Buddha南无袈裟理科佛Mystery4.3M WordsCompleted The calamity of witchcraft and poison is spoken of only by people in the countryside. Many people who are unknowingly caught up in it have no idea it exists. Friends, do you really think there are no extraordinary people in this vast land of China? You do? No! No! No! Do you want me to tell you that I’m a poison-raising practitioner from the Miao borderlands? All right, come on in and let’s dish… 13.8kReads9.3Score2k14d adds
35. 835 逍 Carefree Farmer of the Countryside 逍遥山野农夫 This Daoist Is Yuyang贫道渔洋Urban1.3M WordsCompleted [Mature Beauty + Mountain Foraging + Mushroom Farming + Rural Daily Life] Three mountains, one river, and a few acres of farmland. The farmer's spring water tastes a little sweet. There's land to plant and till, plus a stretch of woodland where you can pick mushrooms. Every mother-in-law loves a son-in-law like this. 14.6kReads9.1Score89814d adds
36. 836 没 A Motherless Child, Cared for by His Sister-in-Law 没妈的孩子，嫂子疼 Ai Shihua爱施华Urban320k WordsCompleted [Period drama + No System or storage space] After my adoptive parents died in a car accident, my older brother Zhang Dakui and I depended on each other. Ever since Dakui brought my sister-in-law Liu Chunmei home, our lives changed. And so did my life... 98Reads6.2Score11214d adds
37. 837 三 Going Home for a Blind Date at Thirty 三十岁回家相亲 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Marriage & Romance60k WordsCompleted Going Home for a Blind Date at Thirty 53Reads—Score—14d adds
38. 838 对 Sorry, We Don't Talk About Love After Dark 对不起，夜深不说爱 Model Huiyin模特徽因Urban1.6M WordsCompleted I didn’t care that people said I’d married up by latching onto a goddess, and I didn’t care that they called me a poor country boy who’d married into wealth. But when my wife’s best friend’s husband came looking for me, I realized I’d been naive. My wife, it turned out, really knew how to “enjoy” life… 12.2kReads8.7Score1.1k14d adds

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    One book is about merchants, one about officials, and one about merchants and officials. Very realistic, very detailed.

39. 839 穿 Transmigrated to Ancient Times, I Keep My Head Down and Grow Up 穿到古代苟着长大 Sikong Zhiyu司空执与Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted After an ordinary woman dies, she transmigrates to another world. She is no self-sacrificing heroine! No pocket dimension, no System, no golden finger, and no awful relatives! There is a romantic pairing! This is a story of struggle built on her own experience and hard work, with farming and business management. The pace is unhurried, and life is slow. If that's not your cup of tea, please don't flame me! Any resemblance to other works is purely coincidental! 2.3kReads8.9Score14114d adds
40. 840 千 Heading South at the Turn of the Millennium: Rolling Coins 千禧南下：翻滚的钢镚 Seven Sons of the Wind扶摇七子Urban273k WordsCompleted During the rainy season of the millennium, torrential rain poured down on Ruili. Bai Hao and his group sped along National Highway 556 in a four-wheel-drive Toyota Prado, relying on their off-roader’s powerful performance to plow through the terrible road conditions. As they drove past the embankment in Leiyun Village, they came across Burmese border residents moving supplies across the border. They learned that it was legitimate border trade. The group stopped to watch, unaware that danger was 39Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I! Using the top-tier business model SPA that I still use today, I wrote a book with a serious literary logical framework, dressed up in the guise of a light novel, and filled with all sorts of human nature! How about giving it a try?

41. 841 穿 Transmigrating as a Spoiled Young Master: The Rest of My Life in Qingyan 穿越纨绔，余生渡清晏 My Name Really Is Wang Yang我真的叫王杨Urban644k WordsOngoing [Fate across two lifetimes + soul swap + mutual healing + comeback in the entertainment industry] When only half of your heart remains, it turns out the other half was already yours all along... 3kReads—Score10314d adds

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    It leans a bit towards urban life, but it's definitely worth watching; a love story set in a peaceful and serene world.

42. 842 以 In the Name of Partnership 以合伙人之名 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物23k WordsCompleted In the Name of Partnership 16Reads—Score—14d adds
43. 843 重 Reborn, I Pursue My Deskmate, Then Return to Showbiz 重生后倒追同桌，再进娱乐圈 Secondhand Squirrel二手松鼠Urban301k WordsCompleted Luo Xinghe wakes up one day to find he has been reborn in a parallel world. In his previous life, he was a simp. Only after being reborn does he realize his deskmate is the one who truly matters. Sorry, Su Haitang, I’ve decided you’re going to be my wife. You’re not getting away. Wait, what’s with the music in this world? That “Tomatoes Are Super Sweet” group sounds kind of awful! Come on, bro, that’s not how you do a music variety show... Wang Xingfeng: “Kid, write me another song. Something li 34Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This rebirth novel is pretty good, everyone should check it out.

44. 844 深 Shenzhen, Let's Raise a Glass to Our Love Tonight 深圳，今夜为我们的爱情举杯 June Flower City六月花城Urban141k WordsCompleted [Urban Business Battles] [Sweet Romance with Beautiful Women] [Face-Slapping Satisfaction] "Hi, could I borrow a light?" At one in the morning in Shenzhen, the exciting nightlife is just getting started. At the bar, some people are looking for a one-night stand, while others are pursuing true love. That night, the ambitious young man Fang Yan meets Lin Jia, the eldest daughter of the Lin Consortium. The story follows the love life and career of the male protagonist, Fang Yan, as it tells ho —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A realistic portrayal of urban life and business warfare; worth watching.

45. 845 一 The Five-Foot Woman and the Six-Foot Man 一米五女士与一米八先生 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Marriage & Romance29k WordsCompleted The Five-Foot-Tall Lady and the Six-Foot-Tall Gentleman 16Reads—Score—14d adds
46. 846 总 A Director’s Workplace Musings 总监的职场碎碎念 That Uncle 4567那个大叔4567Urban351k WordsOngoing Lin Feng has just parachuted into the role of general manager at an auto trading company, only to find himself mired in financial obstruction, salespeople taking credit for his work, and factional infighting. He carefully plans his moves and fights back, striving for results, holding to his principles, and winning people over amid the undercurrents of the car business. From being besieged on all sides to finding his footing, he writes a story of workplace battles and rising from the bottom. 51Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Do you like books about the workplace? [Kissing emojis]

47. 847 官 Official Killer 官杀 Model Huiyin模特徽因Urban648k WordsCompleted The collapse of his marriage, the depths of lost love, and the ugliness of human nature push Wei Donglin to the brink of a breakdown time and again, leaving him wanting to kill! Under pressure from powerful forces, Wei Donglin has considered turning to the dark side. But the righteous path through this world is fraught with hardship. Once you step into the vat of corruption, there is no escaping the bloodshed of officialdom and the underworld... Gather the world’s righteous strength, reveal a he 21Reads9.1Score—14d adds
48. 848 重 Reborn in 1988: Building a Fortune with Crawfish 重生1988：从小龙虾开始致富 One Two One One Two Three Four Five Six Seven一二一一二三四五六七Urban154k WordsOngoing Comedy + everyday life + one female lead + family squabbles + farming and livestock + business rivalry + nostalgic memories of the post-80s generation Zhang Jiang is reborn and refuses to be anyone's fool. He raises crayfish, chickens, and ducks, and plants a few fruit trees. Then he adds 100 million in savings. He leads the whole village to prosperity and a better life. 2Reads—Score—14d adds
49. 849 还 Repayment Countdown 还款倒计时 Shallow Dreams of Midsummer九夏浅梦Urban153k WordsCompleted Countdown to Repayment tells the story of Chen Yizhou, an ordinary man struggling between desire and reality. Chen Yizhou is an average office worker in Jiangcheng, working hard to make ends meet. He and his wife and son squeeze into an old rental apartment, living a simple but warm life. At a class reunion, Zhao Yu, the class heartthrob, paints a startup dream so alluring that Chen Yizhou is drawn in. Trying to raise the investment money, he plunges into the world of online loans. Then Zhao Yu 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This is so realistic! The protagonist attends a class reunion, where an old classmate invites him to invest together. Blinded by the promise of wealth, he takes out a loan to invest, only to have his classmate run off with the money. You really can't trust people so easily. If they can make money, why would they include you instead of their own family?

50. 850 空EN With a Pocket Dimension in Hand, Farming and Walking Dogs 空间在手，种田遛狗 God-Tier Passerby神级过客Urban4.9M WordsCompleted [Male-oriented opening: Get a spiritual spring space, go home to farm and raise dogs. Male-oriented ending: Sweep every race across the Myriad Worlds into the trash] A rural farming story set in a mountain village. The protagonist stumbles upon a fortuitous opportunity and figures out cultivation on his own. A laid-back cultivation novel with no System, but with a space. Later on, it has two male leads, a father and son, and changes maps after about a thousand chapters. Ye Huan, who works in a b 27.9kReads9.1Score2.7k14d adds

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