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1001 穿 I Transmigrated to Another World, and the Chancellor’s Legitimate Daughter Took Me to the Top 穿越异世，宰相嫡女带我飞 One Paw After Another一个又一个的爪子Ancient Romance193k WordsCompleted [Clearheaded, independent transmigrated illegitimate daughter + principled, honorable prince] [Not a wish-fulfillment story + plot-driven + strong female lead + wild imagination + light comedy] Why does the illegitimate daughter of a fallen military family suddenly fall into a deep sleep? Why does the prime minister's wife pass away without warning? Why does a noblewoman of high standing go out of her way to help? Why does an idle, proud prince fall in love at first sight? Why does the book spir —Reads—Score—Shelves

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A female lead with exceptionally high intelligence and impeccable values! It gets better and better as you read on!!! The plot is fast-paced and the reading experience is superb!!!

1002 丝 Silk Road Jade Chronicles: The Tale of Li Chongan, Jade Keeper 丝路玉鉴：守玉丞李崇安传 White Prism LEE白棱镜LEE38k WordsCompleted Jade Appraisal Along the Silk Road: The Story of Li Chong'an, Keeper of the Jade 31Reads—Score—Shelves

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Fans of uplifting stories and adventure, especially those who enjoy Tomb Raider Chronicles and Ghost Blows Out the Light, are in for a treat! The captivating new novel, *Notes from Black Wind Pass*, and its accompanying short story series, *The Jade Mirror of the Silk Road*, are here! These high-quality male-oriented novels are a must-read for Chinese readers. Explore the truth of the folk world with suspense, the supernatural, and thrilling mystery. You won't be able to put it down from beginning to end, and the imagery is incredibly vivid!

1004 农 The Imperial Tutor's Road to the Civil Service Exams 农门帝师的科举之路 Ju He雎禾Historical1.0M WordsCompleted Imperial Examination, One-on-One Romance After an accident, a young man from the modern era transmigrated into the Great Qian Dynasty. Looking at his family’s dilapidated brick house, Qi Wenyu wondered how he would make a living from then on... 21kReads9.2Score1.9kShelves

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A journey through the imperial examinations of a peasant boy, without any special advantages, focusing on an ensemble cast, spanning from time travel to a lifetime.

1005 重 Back to 1982: Casting Nets to Save the Village Belle and Make the Whole Village Rich 重回82：撒网救村花带全村致富 Seeing a Dragon on Mount Nan南山见龙Urban1.5M WordsCompleted Back at the age of twenty, he's known throughout the village as a no-good loafer. But no one knows he's returned carrying the regrets and memories of his previous life. He catches and sells fish, hunts in the mountains, and earns his first fortune through hard work. Before the flood hits, he even issues an early warning and organizes an evacuation, saving countless lives. From the village to the county, from small-time trading to grand strategies... In this life, he won't just clear his name. He 26kReads8.3Score2.1kShelves

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No system, no space, no cheat codes, but it has brains.

1009 樱 Cherry Blossoms Turn to Maple Leaves 樱花成枫 Mu Ge莯格Modern Romance258k WordsCompleted "Cherry blossoms bloom for the wind." "And the wind lingers for the cherry blossoms." Lin Ying tilted her head slightly. Her gentle voice held boundless shyness and curiosity: "Then may I ask, Mr. Ye, when did you first fall for me?" Ye Feng gazed tenderly and lovingly at the woman before him, who mattered more to him than his own life. "Perhaps... from the very first moment I saw you..." The sunset's afterglow fell softly over them like golden gauze. Their hearts drew slowly closer, until a —Reads—Score—Shelves

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(New book, ongoing) No time travel, no rebirth, no system. Includes strong protagonists, love-hate relationship, business battles, and sweet romance. (Both the male and female leads have dual identities (male lead is the leader of an organization, female lead is the top female assassin on the dark web) + a plot full of twists and turns + many characters, vividly portrayed by the author + the emotional arc between the male and female leads is very delicate, both sweet and heart-wrenching.) Interested readers, please read the synopsis first before reading the main text!

1011 惜 Cherishing Flowers 惜花芷 Kong Liu空留Ancient Romance1.5M WordsCompleted [The original novel behind the TV adaptation starring Hu Yitian and Zhang Jingyi] After keeping her talents hidden for fifteen years, Hua Zhi thought she could spend her life as a proper aristocratic young lady, living in peace. But when the Hua family’s fortunes collapse, she has no choice but to reveal her sharp edge and hold the storm-tossed household together. Being out in public becomes the norm, and so does galloping through the streets. When all else fails, she even carries a coffin on he 18.6kReads9.6Score4.2kShelves

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Everyone's IQ is online!!!

1012 这 This Detective Is No Ordinary Man: Falling in Love Makes Him Stronger 这个侦探不一般，恋爱就能变强 Tie Shen铁深Mystery1.8M WordsCompleted Zhang Xici had endured a lonely, miserable life, and just as he was about to retire, he got caught up in something huge. An enormous scapegoat's burden was dumped on him. With his frail build, how could he possibly bear such a huge burden? He was crushed to death beneath it. But who would have thought that a disaster would turn into a blessing: he was reborn. After being reborn, Zhang gained the support of a System and finally became a force to be reckoned with. Unfortunately, his System wasn't 6.3kReads9.0Score942Shelves

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Urban setting, time travel, 1990s, mystery solving, rewriting fate to save his wife from a past life, uprooting deep-rooted social ills, becoming a super-rich man with superhuman intelligence and resourcefulness—a great male protagonist story, worth reading. If you don't like it, contact me. Adding it to your bookshelf is perfectly fine. [Top Post]

1015 我 I Turned the Horror World Into a Raising Game! 我把惊悚世界玩成养成游戏！ Yu Zuo予作Mystery2.3M WordsCompleted A mysterious force descended upon Earth, giving rise to another world of terror. Everyone was forcibly sent into the world of horror games on their eighteenth birthday. While everyone else was immersed in fear, struggling to survive in the cracks between life and death, Qin Nuo discovered that he could earn System rewards by influencing the ghosts’ emotions. And every time he completed a dungeon, he could establish his own business in the world of horror. So he became a food runner at the Yin Sp 112.4kReads9.5Score12kShelves

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This has to be the most mind-bending book on the Tomato platform, right? Thirdly, to be honest, the character of the self-disciplined guy is simply unbeatable. The early plot might be a bit conventional, but once it gets to the later stages, the level of brilliance is absolutely phenomenal, truly godlike!![Sad][Sad]

1017 英 The Age of Heroic Spirits: I Can Simulate Infinite Possibilities 英灵时代，我能模拟无限可能 A Thought of Emptiness一念之空Urban2.7M WordsCompleted Simulator + Invincible Protagonist + the Myriad Worlds [No choosing between options: all simulation rewards are inherited] Earth has entered an age where everyone can summon Heroic Spirits. Once they reach adulthood, people can summon spirits renowned in history from the infinite worlds, using either their innate affinity or a holy relic. Mundane, Noteworthy, Curious, Legendary, Epic, Undying. The powerful can effortlessly destroy cities, shake the earth, or even alter ecosystems, while the full 51.1kReads8.5Score5.1kShelves

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The protagonist is at the pinnacle of combat power, decisive in killing without being a saint, a chaotic yet joyful and entertaining person—quite an interesting book.

1018 重 Reborn to Be a Tyrant, Yet Everyone Thinks I'm a Living Bodhisattva 重生回来做恶霸可人人当我活菩萨 A Winter Without Snow不飘雪的冬天Ancient Romance408k WordsOngoing [Reborn + No System + Lighthearted + Sweet and Angsty + Mystery Solving] [Self-reliant, funny heroine vs. domineering, calculating general] A villainess who spent her life surrounded by lies, deceived by evil people, is reborn after dying alongside her enemies. In her new life, she only wants to turn the tables on those who once toyed with her. But through a series of strange twists, she not only runs into her old nemesis, she also gets dragged into one bizarre cold case after another. Under pre 2Reads8.7Score—Shelves

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This book, while about rebirth, is more than just that. The female protagonist relies on her own abilities to rise through the ranks and seek revenge, respecting the logic of the background and never recklessly defying her superiors. [Admiration]

1020 致 The Deadly Game 致命游戏 Ning Caichen宁采臣Mystery2.3M WordsCompleted A rich guy in the WeChat group is sending out red envelopes, and he wants the luckiest person to play a game with him. It turns out he wants the class beauty to... 2.2kReads9.0Score216Shelves

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Fantasy, ancient times, Ming Dynasty, and supernatural elements are all included.

1022 公 The Princess Is Spoiled and Willful, and the Cold-Faced General Defies His Station 公主娇纵，冷面将军以下犯上 Jiang Baofu江宝芙Ancient Romance418k WordsCompleted [Both leads are each other's first and only love + intense push and pull + over-the-top pampering + fiercely possessive] [Willful, scheming little princess X cold, ruthless, calculating young general] Shen Ran didn't want to be sent off in a political marriage. On the journey back to the capital under Xie Yanli's escort, she thought up a hundred ways to make him let her go. Play the victim: No. Pretend to be sick: No. Act obedient: No. Seduce him: Yes. She realized Xie Yanli wasn't impossi 12.3kReads9.0Score1.5kShelves

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The little princess is incredibly clever, always scheming in her little notebook. The male lead is a powerful and domineering minister, but also highly intelligent.

1027 无 The Immaculate Holy Lord 无垢圣主 Big Little Patrick Star大大的派小星Eastern Fantasy261k WordsOngoing The Historical Texts record: When the world was plunged into chaos and darkness, nine Holy Lords descended from the heavens, bringing hope and salvation. Acting in accordance with the will of the gods, they bestowed precious warmth upon all. “We worship their statues with the devotion of children.” “They gaze upon us gently, with a father's love.” “The only thing they forbid is opening the Historical Texts.” “Go and seek them out.” —Reads6.3Score—Shelves

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The author is promoting the book! 80,000 Words updated today! Guaranteed at least 6,000 words daily. Purely original, not mindless writing. Everyone in the story is intelligent and shrewd. Smooth writing, all the necessary intellectual battles and fights are included. A Western fantasy gospel with an original system. Feel free to give me any feedback; I'll revise it immediately. [Almost crying][Almost crying]

1031 史 The Harshest Test Setter in History 史上最狠出题人 Clouds Stop, Water Flows云止流水Urban507k WordsCompleted [Adapted into a short drama] He's elementary school students' worst nightmare, the most deviously cruel exam setter in the world! One test paper wiped out 140,000 students in Jiangcheng, while a single question made 200,000 students in Huicheng cry! Every student who has ever taken Qin Ye's exams is left with a hundred thousand questions in their head. What color was Daji's bellyband? Did Qin Shi Huang circle the pillar clockwise or counterclockwise? This is a Chinese exam, so why are you asking 5.7kReads9.3Score785Shelves

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Want to play mind games, huh? Fine, go ahead... (Note: I just read two chapters.) Hope you don't cry 🌚🌚

1032 穿 I Transmigrated Into a Book as the Villainous Ancestor, and My Junior Sister Gave Up on Me 穿书成反派老祖，师妹弃疗了 Ben Zhijie本止戒Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Qin Yuan, courtesy name Yanwan. You can tell from the name alone that this was a child nobody liked from the moment she was born. And... reality was exactly the same! There was no twist! The X-novel writer stared in despair at the reflection in the pool: a white-haired girl with scarlet eyes... That's right, she had transmigrated into a book, into the fantasy world of a novel she'd written called The Lost Immortal. Everyone except the protagonist met a bad end! The "lost" in The Lost Immortal me 23.7kReads9.5Score3.6kShelves

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Although they are different types, they all require you to use your brain when watching them.

1034 我EN Achieving Transcendence Through Corpse Burning 我靠焚尸超凡入圣 Ye Tiannan夜天南Mystery2.7M WordsOngoing Since ancient times, people have believed the dead should be buried whole. Cremation is deeply disrespectful to the deceased, and only corpses that have undergone an uncanny transformation are burned. Those who cremate corpses are known as corpse burners. It is an extremely dangerous line of work. At midnight, one room, one corpse burner. Once the doors are shut and locked, if the corpse turns vicious, the corpse burner is as good as dead. Qin He makes his living this way at a canal wharf in the 123.2kReads9.2Score14.7kShelves

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🎋This niche gem is a shame because the updates are so slow. The plot is truly excellent, with plenty of laughs. It's both terrifying and captivating, boasting a grand world-building that breaks through layers of mystery. So far, we've reached the part about cultivation in the upper realms and the resurgence of supernatural phenomena. This book is absolutely fantastic! 💐

1036 虚 Delusions Along the Imaginary Axis 虚轴狂想 Astonishing Talent 1025惊世奇人1025Sports495k WordsOngoing [Virtual MMORPG, Superpower Awakening, Sci-Fi Setting] This is the best of times, and the worst of times. This is an age ruled by games, an age where superpowered individuals run rampant. Humanity has expanded across the sea of stars, gaining vast resources and territory. To adapt to the times, humanity has found a new path forward: undergoing the “Third Evolution,” the awakening of superpowers, through a game called Virtual Space. Using the most advanced virtual reality and computer technol 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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Tactical battles, dungeon races, guild wars. When the lines between reality and virtuality blur, true awakening has only just begun. *Virtual Axis Fantasy*, an unexpectedly thrilling experience.

1039 箱 The Pocket World: Starting Today, I’m the Demon King 箱庭，今天开始当魔王 Qiu Ming湫眳Mystery1.2M WordsOngoing This is the stage for the gifted and the final trial of gods and demons. Only those willing to give up everything can gain it all: the Little Garden. A slice-of-life story about a scheming demon king's hilarious life in the Little Garden… Well, with a few exciting adventures, too. The author's completed work, [Pet Companion Illustrated Guide], runs over two million words and has a solid plot. No sudden hiatuses, and it's not a beginner's novel, so enjoy with confidence. 687Reads—Score—Shelves

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It's a good read. The main character is intelligent and has a distinct, unconventional personality. The book has virtually no flaws, making it a very enjoyable read and definitely worth checking out.

1041 我 My Cancer Cells Devour Everything and Unlock an Interstellar Civilization 我的癌细胞吞噬万物解锁星际文明 Bound Without Limit无限绑定Urban169k WordsOngoing Urban sci-fi, wild ideas, comedy, mystery, infinite-loop challenges, a cyberpunk comeback, and more... Stay tuned! Chen Zheng is a top hacker and a genius with a doctorate in chemistry. After being diagnosed with terminal cancer at the hospital, he takes on an international cybersecurity repair job to pay for treatment. He discovers a mysterious organization controlling the world, the Deep Alliance Council. Chen Zheng is shocked to learn of its existence. Driven by curiosity, he hacks into the o 9Reads—Score—Shelves

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Feeling like you're running out of books to read? This sci-fi read is packed with dark humor, action-packed levels, and intellectually stimulating. Remember to add it to your bookshelf!

1043 那 The Cultivators We Used to Chop Up Together 那些年，我们一起砍过的修仙者 Squirrel Under the Mushroom House蘑菇屋下的松鼠Eastern Fantasy2.1M WordsCompleted (Everyman’s cultivation + no System) Unlike traditional xianxia, don’t read if that’s not your thing. That year, a seven-year-old boy took his little sister into the cultivation world. Then all the cultivators went crazy! When you set out to cultivate, it doesn’t matter if you have talent, treasures, or lucky opportunities. But there’s one thing you must remember: there’s one person you must never provoke. Even though this person isn’t a cultivator at all. His blade is faster than light, so fast 162.2kReads9.3Score17.1kShelves

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Of all the books I've read, these two are quite to my liking. No unwarranted praise, no shilling. You'll know for yourself whether they're good or not.

1045 人 Under the Empress’s Command, I Return to Earth and Reveal the Truth 人在女帝麾下，我回归地球摊牌了 Deer in the Deep Forest林深麋鹿Urban1.5M WordsCompleted [Two Worlds] [Technological Superpower] [Empress] Song Yanfen transmigrated by chance and became one of the officials serving the Empress of the Great Liang, an immortal cultivation dynasty. When the people live in peace and prosperity, an immortal dynasty’s national fortune grows. A flourishing national fortune gives rise to spiritual energy, strengthening cultivators. Using his ability to travel between Two Worlds, Song Yanfen saves Great Liang from collapse, bolstering its national fortune wi 2.3kReads7.4Score233Shelves

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1048 管 A Mashup of Management Theories. 管理理论杂交。 User26182811用户2618281130k WordsCompleted A hybrid of management theories. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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Dear friends, today we're not updating stories, but rather discussing our absurd series that will have you laughing until you cramp up, yet also unexpectedly poignant. Recently, our Mr. Fu Shuiheng wrote six independent stories, each like a quirky jelly bean—chewing on them, you'll see your frustrations, helplessness, and the complex emotions of wanting to slam your fist on the table but having to keep going in your cubicle reflected in their pages. The first story, "OKR in Love," describes how when goals and key results fall in love, your love life becomes a quarterly performance review. Number of dates, progress in holding hands, meeting the parents—dating becomes like a project, and breaking up becomes failing a KPI. After reading this, you'll definitely share it with that friend who constantly talks about OKRs. The second story, "PDCA Cycle Comes True," explores what it's like to actually go around in circles in a meeting room. Planning, execution, checking, improvement—then after improvement, planning again, an endless cycle, like a donkey pulling a millstone, never able to escape the circle. Can you honestly say you've never been to a meeting like this? The third story, "Brainstorm Weather," describes a brainstorming session where a real storm cloud materializes on the ceiling. The clash of ideas turns into lightning and thunder, and the sparks of creativity become a torrential downpour. A suggestion for meeting organizers: everyone should have rain gear, and—could we adjourn the meeting? The fourth story, "The Matrix Management Maze," describes reporting to three bosses, all represented by solid lines on their spreadsheets. After navigating countless approval walls, the exit is blocked by a message saying "Process Optimization in Progress." Don't worry, you're not the only one lost; the entire company is inside. The fifth story, "Lean Production Makes It Leaner," describes the company truly becoming leaner, as thin as lightning—the building is narrower, workstations are more cramped, cafeteria plates are smaller, and even employees are as thin as paper. When efficiency is pushed to the extreme, the disappearing redundancy is actually all about human touch. The sixth story, "Management Theory Hybridization," describes how Agile, Six Sigma, Amoeba Management, and Self-Organization are all welded together, giving birth to a bizarre, hybrid monster. It opens its eyes deep within the data, starts setting its own KPIs, and then calmly informs you—you belong to the redundancy that needs optimization. Don't laugh, this monster might be lurking on your company's servers right now. --- 📢 Good news: All six stories are now available on Tomato Bookstore! Our own author, Mr. Fu Shuiheng, has already completed the search and added them to his bookshelf; just enter the story title to find them. Please note that user 26182811 is Mr. Fu Shuiheng's only account, so don't go to the wrong place. Those who enjoy absurd, humorous, and witty stories, hurry to Tomato Bookstore to search and be among the first to read! If you're already following, planning to follow, or have finished reading and think your colleagues might also need it, add it to your bookshelf, and we can savor it one by one. Finally, I want to say to you all: Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to read Mr. Fu Shuiheng's works. Every search, every addition to your bookshelf, and every comment you make is a rallying cry for the old gentleman to continue creating. The comments you left in his story are Mr. Fu's greatest motivation, a blessing to his work, and an expression of your appreciation for the author. Thank you again, everyone! See you in the next story.

1049 叮 Ding! I've Awakened a Max-Level Social System 叮！我觉醒满级社交系统 Wise Lady Teacher智慧女夫子Modern Romance172k WordsCompleted Newcomer Liu Xiaoxiao has always been a pushover at work. Whenever anything happens, she just gives in and accommodates others. Anyone can order her around. Just as a coworker once again dumps a pile of tedious chores on her by force... Her maxed-out social skills System suddenly activates! [Ding! Unlocked: "Sandwich Refusal Method"] When coworkers dump tedious chores on you, turn them down gracefully instead of blindly taking everything on. [Ding! Unlocked: "Collective Empathy"] When coworke —Reads—Score—Shelves

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A treasure trove of workplace novels that you'll never want to delete once you're hooked! It features a fully-developed social system, teaches high-EQ social skills through scenario-based storytelling, and is both stress-relieving and educational. It's free of clichés and melodrama, making it worth keeping and following along.

1050 穿 Transmigrating to Ancient Times: Three Women, Countless Dramas 穿越古代：三个女人N台戏 A Lamp in the Twilight一灯阑珊Ancient Romance6.1M WordsOngoing [Ensemble cast + group transmigration + farming and commerce + military service and medicine + self-reliance and perseverance, an uplifting and satisfying story, slow burn, everyday slice of life] A car accident sends three women transmigrating to the unfamiliar Great Wu Dynasty, where they land in a bandit’s den from the start. Zhu Mingyue: “Watch me make a fortune with two deadweights in tow.” Duan Xiaotang: “Watch me bring stability to every corner of the realm with two teammates.” Lin Wanwan 28kReads9.4Score1.9kShelves

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First book: An ancient multiplayer transmigration story, no romance-obsessed characters, no invincible protagonists (I think it's logical to some extent). Three beautiful young women survive in an alternate dynasty. Second book: No cheat codes, no stupidity-laden supporting characters. If you're looking for a lighthearted, fast-paced story, this is a high-IQ spy thriller. (I personally think it's logical to some extent.)