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1. 151 银 A Story About a Beautiful CEO Beneath a Ginkgo Tree 银杏树下的一个美女总裁的故事 Fifteenth of the Tenth Month拾月十五Modern Romance20k WordsCompleted The story of a beautiful CEO beneath a ginkgo tree 75Reads—Score—Shelves
2. 152 惟 Only the Southern Star in Sight 惟见南星 Zhou Weiqing, Who Loves Ginger Soup Mushrooms爱吃姜汤蘑菇的周惟清Modern Romance1.5M WordsCompleted Yinglin County welcomes its new county chief, Zhou Weiqing, a hands-on leader carrying old wounds and devoting all his energy to the fight against poverty. Meanwhile, Jiang Nanxing, a highly accomplished agricultural graduate, puts down roots at the grassroots level, using her expertise and passion to drive change in the rural economy. Their work brings them together again and again. They visit fields and villages, tackling problems such as abandoned farmland and the disconnect between productio 39Reads7.0Score—Shelves

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   This is the best workplace novel I've ever read. It has incredibly positive values ​​and is a serious portrayal of workplace romance. The male and female leads support each other and work together towards their dreams. There are so many classic scenes.

3. 153 善 The Original Sin of Kindness 善良的原罪 Fifteenth of the Tenth Month拾月十五10k WordsCompleted The Original Sin of Kindness 43Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 154 向 Blossoming Where the Ice Lies 向冰封处绽放 Xiao Yu Wanjia晓豫万佳Urban356k WordsOngoing (Rising from the Bottom + Cross-Border Business Rivalry + Hard-Core Legal Drama) This novel is ideal for professionals and students in business, law, and the worlds of finance, investment banking, and consulting. It tells an idealistic yet realistic story about young people today and contemporary Chinese companies. The business rivalries and legal elements are highly technical, while the emotional relationships are restrained and true to life for adults. It may take some effort to get into, and —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   I sincerely recommend reading this new book for the following reasons: 1. Excellent writing; it's difficult to find fault with either the character development or the story's logic. 2. Profound themes; it tells the true story of Chinese enterprises in the process of globalization within the context of the Belt and Road Initiative. 3. Well-developed characters; whether protagonist, supporting character, or antagonist, everyone is intelligent, and their emotions align with the realistic logic of adults. 4. Realistic plot; it feels completely grounded in reality. Whether it's personal growth, corporate development, or even the concept of national strategy and corporate synergy, everything has a clear footing and conforms to realistic logic, standing up to scrutiny. This is because the author has a professional background as a core executive in a multinational corporation. 5. Highly professional; the novel's business battles, legal maneuvering, offshore finance, secondary markets, international relations, geopolitics, etc., Are all textbook-level (believe it or not, even experts in various fields would consider it excellent). I even believe this novel will become the new era's equivalent of "Like a Flowing River."

5. 155 一 How a Village Girl Became a Bad Woman 一个山村女孩如何成坏女人的 Fifteenth of the Tenth Month拾月十五13k WordsCompleted How a Village Girl Became a Bad Woman 93Reads—Score—Shelves
6. 156 我 I Was Once Dust in His Eyes 我曾是他眼中的尘埃 Xia Yirui夏艺芮Modern Romance224k WordsOngoing What can ten years change? Over ten years, Su Ran went from a nine-square-meter subdivided room in Shanghai Hongqiao to the floor-to-ceiling windows on the twenty-sixth floor in Lujiazui. It also took her ten years to go from a girl everyone saw as dust to the light of her own world. She met many people. Wu Kai said, “I’ll take care of you,” then disappeared into the crowd. Zhang Peng said, “We need to fight side by side,” then turned and walked away. Gong Ruixin said, “My mother wants me to fin —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   "I Was Once Dust in His Eyes" is a new book that tells the story of a female migrant worker in Shanghai over the past ten years. It is a modern workplace novel with one woman and multiple men. It is not clichéd, does not involve time travel, and has no similar plot.

7. 157 山 Chronicles of Mountains and Rivers 山河志 A Dao阿刀Urban1.9M WordsCompleted His beautiful mother was nearly assaulted by a village lout, but she tearfully begged the man who rescued her not to call the police. Young Gao Yuan couldn’t understand why at the time. Only when he reached his thirties and looked back on the past, with those scenes flashing through his mind, did he realize that the lives of countless rural people together form a chronicle of the mountains and rivers of China! 84.2kReads9.6Score9.2kShelves

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   These are all ones I've seen before and thought were pretty good. ①His indomitable spirit and his struggle against fate are admirable. ②It vividly portrays the truth, goodness, and beauty of humanity in real society. ③ It seems to have beauty benefits (mcmdk)

8. 158 不 It's Only Fifty 不过是五十而已 Divine Wind King神风王Modern Romance207k WordsCompleted An inspirational, unyielding story of midlife crisis, workplace struggles, bank managers and tellers, married life, and everyday urban life. This book tells the story of Huang Wenxue, a bank manager facing a midlife crisis. She is at that awkward age when she is considered too old to find a new job, yet still too young to retire. How will she answer the unavoidable questions surrounding her career, marriage, family, children, and caring for her aging parents? Even in middle age, even when confro 452Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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   A serious workplace novel that vividly portrays the hardships of those working at the bottom of the corporate ladder. The author shares her pain and sorrow. The new book is now complete and well worth reading.

9. 159 天 Autumn Comes Late on a Cool Day 天凉晚来秋 Hawthorn Meets Sugar山楂遇上糖Modern Romance306k WordsCompleted This book follows Leng Qiu, a young woman from a farming family seventy years later, and tells the stories of several ordinary women, including Leng Qiu, Su He, A Le, and Mao Mao. Against the backdrop of social change in China, they face a series of life challenges involving the college entrance exams, work, marriage, family, and entrepreneurship. Through their indomitable determination and commitment to truth, kindness, and beauty, they continually seek breakthroughs, heal themselves, and reali 9Reads8.5Score—Shelves

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   A thrilling workplace romance novel, highly recommended!!

10. 160 人 Middle Age 人到中年 Firestorm火烧风Urban5.6M WordsCompleted My wife cheated on me, my brother turned against me, and at thirty, I hit the lowest point of my life! When money is at stake, everyone shows their true, ugly faces. Betrayed by family and confronted with the greed of friends, I was pushed into an abyss of despair by countless grasping hands. I had no choice but to struggle back to my feet and reach for the sunshine that belonged to me! 3.1kReads8.7Score381Shelves
11. 161 拒 Refusing to Marry Into a Rich Family: CEO Daddy, Let Me Go 拒当豪门媳：总裁爹地请放手 Shuang Xiaoshi双小十Modern Romance322k WordsCompleted [Slow-burn romance] + [Love grows over time] + [Workplace romance] No characters lose their intelligence, and no one lets love cloud their judgment. They stay rational and clear-headed, but they must learn to endure loneliness. The heroine is a senior executive at a company. Helping the chairman's heir is one of her key performance targets. If he works hard and strives to improve, her career takes off. If he spends his time chasing cats and dogs, she ends up destitute. But just when she has made 96Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is really good. The female lead only wants to make money and not people. The way the male and female leads know each other but don't say anything is very attractive!

12. 162 零 Zero-Degree Showdown: Operation Blue Arrow 零度交锋：蓝捷行动 Windless Rainy Night雨夜无风Mystery2.3M WordsOngoing [Mystery and Suspense] [Espionage] [Crime Investigation] [Modern Urban] [Genius] [Strong Female Lead] [National Security] Twenty-three years ago, a separation tore the lives of twin sisters apart. The younger sister was trained by an overseas spy organization to become an elite agent. Sent back to China, she is ordered to assassinate her own sister, take her place, infiltrate Lanjie Communications, and steal the core secret, “Lanjie 9.” Caught between her mission and her organization's orders on 11.3kReads9.1Score1.4kShelves

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    The story maintains high tension throughout, with rich conflicts and intense confrontations, making each escalation of the situation gripping. There are no slow-paced moments, providing a consistently high-energy reading experience.

13. 163 爱 Love at the Turning Point 爱在逆袭时 Truehearted and Truly Attentive真心真悉悉Modern Romance244k WordsCompleted Couple pairing: Cheerful, determined sunflower VS cold, scheming, profit-minded man At 28, Shi Tong was out of work and out of love. Born into a humble family, she had worked hard to get through school and become an executive, and she'd even found a decent boyfriend. Then, overnight, her company went bankrupt and her boyfriend cheated on her with a rich girl. Down on her luck, she returned to her hometown for a high school reunion. There, Shi Tong struck up a conversation with Ji Ling, the camp 157Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    Exciting, featuring two strong characters, vivid and interesting, from being at odds to fighting side by side, and developing feelings over time~ A tough and shrewd female lead clashes with a cold and domineering CEO, reorganizing the workplace~ The details are captivating, the pace is fast, the immersion is strong, and the twists and turns are thrilling~ Strong souls attract each other~ Highly recommended!

14. 164 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 17Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Urban slice-of-life, workplace, single female lead. The male lead is mature, stable, and devoted; he treats the female lead very well. They were each other's first love, and after breaking up, he can't let go of her. The two later meet again.

15. 165 十 A Ten-Year Dream in the Officialdom 十年官场梦 Evening Breeze on Xiang Mountain相山晚风Urban577k WordsCompleted What ordinary people see as a grassroots success story may actually be nothing more than a pawn in the hands of powerful figures, sent out to fight on their behalf. To make the pawn serve its purpose, those figures grant it a measure of power and status for a time. Perhaps that's all a grassroots rise to success really is. The protagonist, Chi Mingyu, may be just such a pawn. During the ten years after leaving university and entering public service, he once enjoyed great success. But in the end, 9Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    This book is guaranteed to be serious. The male protagonist has neither a cheat code nor does he become rich overnight due to some kind of adventure. The content of the book is also something that most people can encounter in their daily lives.

16. 166 重 Reborn in the World of In the Name of the People 重生人民的名义世界 Author Chen Ran作者陈然Male-Channel Fanfiction406k WordsCompleted Chen Ran is reborn into the world of In the Name of the People. The story begins with him as Secretary Dakang's secretary. The pacing is slow and understated, and Chen Ran is somewhat ahead of his time in his thinking. He stays out of political struggles and focuses on developing the economy. 36Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Rebirth in the Officialdom: A Masterpiece

17. 167 抢 They Stole My Credit, So I Slacked Off and Made the Whole Industry Panic 抢我功绩？我摆烂后卷哭全行业 Mr. Sandbag沙袋先生Urban721k WordsCompleted When your boss takes credit for your work, when the results of your all-nighters become someone else's reward, what do you do? Lin Zhou's answer: he slacks off on the spot! He refuses 996 work schedules and empty promises, and vanishes the moment quitting time comes. Everyone thinks he's washed up, but little do they know that the instant he smashes the sign proclaiming him a "workaholic," he awakens the [Anti-Grind God-Tier System]! The harder he slacks off, the bigger the rewards! He uses a te —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A must-read for working professionals! After his achievements are stolen, the protagonist initially gives up, but then activates a god-level system to combat workplace bullying and credit-stealing. Watch as he uses his hardcore skills to slap his boss in the face, refuses pointless overtime, and transforms a cutthroat workplace into a cathartic experience. This is the kind of workplace triumph we've been waiting for!

18. 168 斯 The Legend of This Person 斯人传 Zheng Dongfeng郑东风Urban157k WordsOngoing [Modern setting, urban life, state-owned enterprise, workplace, marriage, public sector, uplifting, slice of life] Zheng Yiming has been through more than his share of melodramatic misfortunes. Every experience has shaped his values and the principles that help him thrive in society. A grassroots employee at a state-owned enterprise, he has no connections to rely on, yet establishes himself at thirty and begins to stand out. By forty, he has found his purpose and climbed to the pinnacle of power 5Reads—Score—Shelves
19. 169 俏 The Beauty Is Actually a Man 俏佳人竟是男儿身 Old Plum Tree老李树Urban1.8M WordsCompleted The Beauty Is a Man, also known as I Agreed to Be a Woman for Six Months, So Why Do You Want Me to Marry You? *Urban novel*Career novel*Romance novel*Gender-bender novel*Imaginative novel* A temporary female supervisor, a temporary female elite, a temporary genius young female doctor of Chinese medicine: both someone’s fiancée and someone’s fiancé. A beautiful, charming woman with long hair, a long skirt, high heels, a necklace, earrings, and red lips. She’s alluring and captivating, 2.1kReads6.5Score122Shelves

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    Urban fantasy! Temporary female manager, temporary female elite, temporary goddess doctor. Long hair, long skirt, high heels... Even my identity as a woman is temporary, and you want me to get married?!

20. 170 职 Carefree in the Workplace 职场逍遥 Pengpeng Loves Me鹏鹏君爱我Urban4.0M WordsCompleted His career is going nowhere, his wife has betrayed him, and his family is in trouble. As Li Henshui, whose past is shrouded in mystery, faces the darkest moment of his life, see how an ordinary man turns the tables, thrives at work, and finds love by his side. 1.9kReads9.3Score364Shelves

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    I recommend a new book

21. 171 替 Just a Substitute, No Need to Take It Seriously 替身而已，何必当真 A Sour Lemon 1900一只酸柠檬1900Modern Romance141k WordsOngoing Not a feel-good power fantasy · Realistic workplace romance | Stand-in for the white moonlight | Written for you, sensitive and insecure, yet wonderful just as you are. Female growth | Mutual healing | Love amid hatred | Both leads are virgins | Business warfare and revenge | An intense push and pull Everyone says, “A fake is still a fake.” But what if the real thing is fake too? What could prove that a fake stand-in isn't the real thing? A highly sensitive, avoidant advertising professional × —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Not a wish-fulfillment novel; a realistic workplace romance. The female lead, a sensitive advertising professional, is used as a substitute by a cunning baker who is her "white moonlight" (ideal love interest). Both characters are virgins; a story of love amidst conflict; business warfare and revenge; bittersweet and agonizing. The main emotions are delicately developed and gradually unfold. The writing is quite good. Those who like this genre should check it out! ( ˘ ³˘)♥

22. 172 亿 A Billion Schemes 亿万权谋 Autumn of Harvest丰收之秋Modern Romance1.3M WordsCompleted She was a girl whose life had once been destroyed by the powerful. Now she is reborn in the global capital markets. Returning as a hunter, she uses financial maneuvering, technological weapons, and psychological warfare to precisely target the masterminds behind her downfall and tear open the most secret, darkest corners of the world of capital. But as she closes in on the truth, she discovers that this game of power is far more unfathomable than she ever imagined... Genius-level intelligence + 17Reads7.8Score—Shelves

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    Undoubtedly, it is a masterpiece that vividly showcases the complexity and brilliance of the Wall Street financial world.

23. 173 官 Riding the Waves of Politics 官场冲浪 Flying Silly Duck会飞的笨鸭子Urban398k WordsCompleted A realistic story about a junior civil servant who, after breaking up with a senior official's daughter, relies on hard work and an upright character to defeat one rival after another and ultimately reach the pinnacle of life. 1kReads8.6Score109Shelves

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    Take a look at this one. I Want to Fly

24. 174 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—Shelves

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    Workplace fiction!!!

25. 175 二 The Second Marriage Years, Volume 1 二婚年代1 Black AW30N9黑AW30N9Urban205k WordsOngoing Zheng Yong, vice principal of a middle school in H City, was kicked out by the wife he had lived with for 26 years... From this failed marriage, he learned three lessons: 1. He was too blunt, didn’t understand romance, wasn’t considerate, and didn’t know how to please his wife. 2. He had no money. 3. He had no official position. After reflecting on his mistakes, he resolved to turn over a new leaf and fix these three flaws. With so little money that he couldn’t even afford to get sick, he began —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Marriage, workplace, reality.

26. 176 与 After Teaming Up with a Cold and Aloof Taoist Priest 与高冷道长组队后 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物40k WordsCompleted Teaming Up with a Cold, Aloof Daoist Priest 3Reads—Score—Shelves
27. 177 职 The Thirty-Six Stratagems of Office Politics 职场风云之三十六计 Zeng Disheng曾涤生Urban127k WordsOngoing In the cutthroat world of the workplace, Lin Yu, a brilliant young man well versed in The Art of War and The Thirty-Six Stratagems, resolutely joined the marketing department of Shenghua Group. At his interview, he used “Deceive the Heavens to Cross the Sea” to conceal his mastery of strategy. His unique insights, combining business acumen with military wisdom, helped him stand out and land the job. From his first days at the company, Lin Yu was plunged into fierce infighting. When a project ran —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Set against the backdrop of Shenghua Group, a diverse group of individuals with varying dreams and ambitions strive to succeed in this workplace melting pot. The protagonist, Lin Yu, is a talented young man newly arrived in Shenghua Group's marketing department. He is well-versed in Sun Tzu's *The Art of War* and the *Thirty-Six Stratagems*, skillfully applying these ancient wisdoms to the challenges of the modern workplace. From the "deception" during interviews to the "besieging Wei to rescue Zhao" strategy during project crises; from "using a borrowed knife to kill" in competition to "waiting for the enemy to tire themselves out" in adversity, Lin Yu grows and transforms through a series of silent battles.

28. 178 宦 Tides of the Political Sea 宦海浮沉 Liang Zhoumu梁州牧Urban4.7M WordsCompleted No cheating spouse At the end of the day, every rule follows one fundamental principle: the strongest force gets to decide. This is the “meta-rule,” the rule that determines all other rules. The martial world isn’t all about fighting and killing; it’s about human relationships and social conventions. The same goes even more so for politics. Chen Bo is drawn into an unwinnable game of chess because of a debt he has no choice but to repay. He thinks he’ll spend the rest of his life in prison, but 249kReads9.5Score27.2kShelves

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    These two are great! 👍

29. 179 孟 Lady Meng Doesn't Feel Like Making Soup Today Either 孟婆今天也不想熬汤 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物16k WordsCompleted Meng Po Doesn't Want to Make Soup Today Either 19Reads—Score—Shelves
30. 180 苏 Su Fei’s Life as an Influencer 苏非的网红生涯 Yan Fei'er言非儿Modern Romance394k WordsCompleted He said, “All right, let's fall in love! What kind of romance do you want?” She replied, “Warm, romantic, and moving.” He said, “All right. I'll give you all of that.” She lost her parents when she was young and endured loneliness and heartbreak. At work, she was ostracized; in love, she was repeatedly set up; and in business, she was pushed around by rivals. Fortunately, she met him. Watch as she turns things around, defeats her romantic rivals, and finds someone to share her heart with. 5Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    A great workplace novel, a realistic story about the female protagonist's journey from a newbie to a top influencer.

31. 181 我 How My Road Trip with My Nemesis Took the Internet by Storm 我和冤家自驾游爆红全网这件事 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物10k WordsCompleted The Story of My Road Trip with My Nemesis Going Viral Across the Internet 48Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A proper workplace!

32. 182 官 The Official's Cauldron 官鼎 Sailing the Seas畅游大海Urban283k WordsCompleted A photograph set off quite a stir. Wu Kejun thought it was just a coincidence, but little did he know that behind it lay a massive conspiracy. He thought he could control his own life, but in the end, others still pulled the strings. How can he break free from adversity? How can he evade the hidden hands around him? It’s a question with a distinctly philosophical edge... 3Reads—Score—Shelves
33. 183 仵 The Coroner's Wife's Tea-Picking Journal 仵作娘子采茶记 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Ancient Romance20k WordsCompleted A Coroner's Wife's Tea-Picking Journal 73Reads—Score—Shelves
34. 184 灰 Cinderella’s Comeback Against the Odds 灰姑娘的逆风翻盘 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物39k WordsCompleted The Cinderella Who Turned the Tables Against the Odds 4Reads—Score—Shelves
35. 185 检 The Prosecutor Receives Testimony from the Dead 检察官收到一份来自死人的证词 Ping Yi平义7k WordsCompleted A prosecutor receives testimony from a dead man. —Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 186 庶 The Concubine-Born Daughter’s Mismatched Marriage 庶女的错位姻缘 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Ancient Romance15k WordsCompleted The Concubine-Born Daughter’s Ill-Fated Match 171Reads—Score—Shelves
37. 187 脚 Stories from the Ground Up: Wellness, Livelihoods, and Human Nature at a Foot Spa 脚底下的故事——足疗店里养生、饭碗与人心 Ping Yi平义6k WordsCompleted Stories Beneath Your Feet: Wellness, Livelihoods, and Human Nature at a Foot Massage Shop 1Reads—Score—Shelves
38. 188 田 A Million Followers on the Field Path 田埂上的百万粉丝 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物9k WordsCompleted A Million Followers on the Ridge 2Reads—Score—Shelves
39. 189 程 Cheng Mo Speaks Up 程默不再沉默 Ping Yi平义14k WordsCompleted Cheng Mo Breaks His Silence 4Reads—Score—Shelves
40. 190 小 A Guide to Restarting Life in a Small Town 小镇重启指南 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物28k WordsCompleted A Guide to Restarting Life in a Small Town 6Reads—Score—Shelves
41. 191 代 Code of Compassion 代码仁心 Ping Yi平义9k WordsCompleted Code with Compassion —Reads—Score—Shelves
42. 192 巅 At the Pinnacle of Politics: Winning With a Rebellious Streak 巅峰官场：胜在反骨 One Pick, Twelve Strokes一拾二画Urban622k WordsCompleted [Rebirth + political intrigue + revenge + one heroine + wish fulfillment + no self-sacrificing saint] In his previous life, Zheng Gongcheng was reduced to a pawn, framed by others, and died in despair. Reborn, he is defiant to the core, sees through the ways of officialdom, and rises to the top. (The sequel to this book, “The Pinnacle of Officialdom: Defiance Wins, Part 2,” has been signed. Readers are welcome to follow it. I dedicate this book to everyone who enjoyed this story and political in 2.6kReads9.0Score214Shelves

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    Both of these novels about officialdom feature male protagonists who rise through the ranks from the bottom to high-ranking positions: clerk, deputy section chief, section chief, deputy division chief, division chief, deputy department head, department head, deputy minister, minister… The novels are realistically portrayed, fast-paced, and full of exciting moments. Highly recommended!! [Thumbs up][Smile]

43. 193 夏 A Few Things About Xiayang 夏阳二三事 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Ancient Romance219k WordsCompleted [Short Story Collection] Every protagonist in this book is named Xia Yang. Each Xia Yang is a different character with a different life. Come read a few stories about Xia Yang. This is a collection of short stories set in ancient times. If you like it, welcome aboard; if not, no worries. Kisses~ [All stories are purely fictional] 33Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 194 刑 Detective Wang: Solving Cold Cases with His Last Three Sparks 刑警老王：燃尽三火破悬案 Ping Yi平义Mystery12k WordsCompleted Veteran Detective Wang: Burning Through Three Fires to Crack Cold Cases 1Reads—Score—Shelves
45. 195 重 Reborn as a Civil Servant: A Peak Career from Day One 重生公务员之出道即巅峰 One Pick, Twelve Strokes一拾二画Urban1.2M WordsCompleted "Zhao Shuyan, you useless coward. Let's get a divorce!" "With your abilities, how did you ever manage to become a civil servant?" … What is life in the political arena really like? Watch as reborn Zhao Shuyan starts out at the county Party committee compound and turns his career into a legend, reaching the peak from the moment he makes his debut! 1.1kReads8.5Score101Shelves
46. 196 小 A Small-Town Lawyer's Journey to Level Up 小城女律师打怪升级记 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Modern Romance63k WordsCompleted After graduating from college, Lin Jia chose neither to stay in the big city nor to return to her hometown. Instead, she packed her bags and headed for the small southern city she had always dreamed of. A lively young lawyer sets off on a journey of challenges and growth. 13Reads—Score—Shelves
47. 197 王 Director Wang's Four Fires 王局长的四把火 Ping Yi平义6k WordsCompleted Director Wang’s Four Fires —Reads—Score—Shelves
48. 198 贴 Decal Worker 贴花女工 Hermit of the Western Hills西山宅客Modern Romance501k WordsCompleted Tags: Modern romance + workplace + office romance + strong heroine + taking down scumbags + ensemble cast + secret crush + spoiled brat + suspense + crime-solving This story is set in the post-pandemic era, amid escalating trade wars and the push for dual circulation in domestic and international markets, as businesses upgrade and transform. It follows a group of decal-decorating women at an eccentric ceramics factory. In a world of scheming, cliques, jealousy, and fierce wits, how do they manag 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's not about the typical CEO doting on his female secretary, nor is it about business battles; it's a true portrayal of the lives of ordinary working-class people!

49. 199 非 The Life of an Atypical Supporting Female Character 非典型女配人生 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物25k WordsCompleted An Unconventional Supporting Woman's Life 6Reads—Score—Shelves
50. 200 凤 When the Phoenix Blossoms: The Phoenix's Rebirth 凤凰花开之凤凰涅槃 Jing Siyue静思钺Modern Romance183k WordsCompleted She once believed her entire life consisted of her husband's coldness, her mother-in-law's scorn, and the silent world of her daughter, who had cerebral palsy. Then the “pig-butchering scam” struck, and their 800,000 yuan in savings vanished in an instant. Her long-silent husband, Long Qishang, dropped his final mask: a divorce agreement that left her with nothing, while even their daughter became a burden he was eager to cast off. The city left her with nothing but debt and despair. Dragging a 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A must-read for anyone experiencing a reading slump! Despite being abandoned by her husband, she found a new life for herself amidst the phoenix flowers of her hometown.

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