Jianghu Stories with Martial Arts Schools, and Maybe a Little Court Politics 江湖文，有武功门派的，可以适当有点朝廷

1. 351 女 The Disguised Dragon's Scheme: My Rogue Disciple Courts Me in His Dreams 女扮男装潜龙计，逆徒梦里泡为师 Mu Yanfeifei沐妍菲菲Ancient Romance608k WordsOngoing [Historical Intrigue + Female Spy in Disguise + Ensemble Mind Games + Martial Arts Mystery] [Female Martial Arts Master Disguised as a Man × Rebellious Disciple Who Defies His Teacher] The world is the board, and all living things are its pieces. Thirty years ago, a copy of A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains turned the tide during a palace coup. From then on, victory made kings and defeat made corpses, and the throne changed hands. Thirty years later, talents emerge across the nine regions, a 318Reads8.9Score—14d adds

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   It has all the elements. It's a female-centric, ensemble martial arts story that can be read like a male-oriented novel. The female lead is a martial arts assassin who makes a bold entrance from the start, winning first place in a martial arts tournament, capturing the heart of a princess, and successfully entering a powerful royal family. She takes the playboy male lead as her apprentice, using him as a pawn, and outwits a group of true men, gradually building her power and ambition. The story involves a young detective's adventures, intrigue in the martial arts world and the imperial court, with constant plot twists and turns, showcasing both intelligence and political maneuvering. Give it a try; you might be amazed.

2. 352 定 The Solitary Sword That Locks the Sea 定海锁孤剑行 A River of Clear Splendor一川霁华Mystery473k WordsCompleted Seventeen members of the Liu household were wiped out overnight. There were no wounds or blood, and they looked as if they were asleep. The authorities blamed a vengeful ghost. Su Wan didn't believe them. The Sea-Calming Lock around her neck had grown hot in front of the Liu residence. This wasn't a ghost. It was a person. A single dusky-blue poison needle led her to the massacre at Luoxing Village ten years ago. She used the lock to identify the culprit and her sword to investigate the case. Th —Reads6.6Score—14d adds

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   Try this one: Jianghu and Imperial Court

3. 353 人 A Hero of the Martial World: Who Does This Arrogance Serve? 人在江湖，飞扬跋扈为谁雄 Laughing When Madness Strikes疯来笑Eastern Fantasy63k WordsOngoing A ruthless man can stand firm. Chen Yi transmigrates to another world and becomes a low-ranking member of a jianghu gang, only to find himself facing a life-or-death crisis right away. All he wants is to make money in peace, but the times force him to climb higher. Anyone who dares stand in his way will become his enemy. And he has never shown mercy to his enemies! When Chen Yi looks back, the whole world answers his command, and none dare disobey! —Reads—Score—14d adds

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   A person who isn't ruthless can't stand firm. The story revolves around a reckless and decisive killer, a lowly nobody from the bottom of the underworld who believes that only by being more ruthless than the villains can he survive in this world.

4. 354 鹤 The Crane Calls in the Ninth Heaven 鹤鸣于九天 Lazy Hut Scholar懒庐书生Eastern Fantasy370k WordsCompleted Has martial arts fiction really died? I don't believe it! Who among us didn't dream of the martial world when we were young? Martial arts fiction is a romance unique to us Chinese, deep in our bones! A chivalrous heart, tender affections, drinking and singing with abandon, brewing tea with snow: this is a martial world full of love, loyalty, gratitude, revenge, poetry, wine, flowers, and tea! 240Reads—Score—14d adds

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   A pure traditional martial arts novel written by myself, a story of unpredictable and turbulent martial arts world!

5. 355 江 Peace in the Martial World 江湖无事 Chen Yufu陈愚夫Historical174k WordsOngoing Ten years of storms, a sword gleaming with frost. In autumn winds, I ride from Luoyang. One man, one sword, a life's ambition; in the tenth month of Jiangnan, I gaze upon the crabapple blossoms. Chen Xingzhi is the fated successor of the Great Zhou's Office of the Mirror. He and his master have their own ideals for the realm. But the princess who grew up with him, seeking the highest power in the world, unleashes a catastrophe at the Great Zhou court and repeatedly sends assassins after the man 3Reads—Score114d adds
6. 356 拯 Saving the Qin Dynasty: Become a King Who Rules Heaven and Earth 拯救大秦：做主宰乾坤的王 Wu Shi San伍拾三Martial Arts1.3M WordsOngoing A stunt double is accidentally electrocuted and wakes up in the Great Qin dynasty as Fusu. At court, powerful eunuchs and treacherous ministers persecute him; in the martial world, practitioners of yin-yang arts hunt him down. Within the empire, remnants of the Six States are stirring, while beyond its borders, the Xiongnu cavalry watches like a pack of hungry wolves. Can Fusu escape these dangers? And how will he save Great Qin? 307Reads9.5Score11314d adds

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   The eldest son of Qin Shi Huang wandered the world, mastered the Qiankun Skill, and restored order to the land.

7. 357 镖 The Escort Heroes Alliance 镖侠者联盟 Eastern Knight东方侠者Eastern Fantasy153k WordsOngoing [Xuanhuan Wuxia: No Formulaic Tropes, No Invincibility, No Mindless Bravado, No Cheap Thrills] A secret manual scandal rocks the martial world and implicates his family. Though he was born able to wield only a blade and has merely reached the Mortal Body Realm, he has no choice but to leave his sect, the Immortal Island School. Along the way, he crosses paths with a few young people just starting out in the martial world. After defeating formidable foes with astonishing skills time and again, h 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Those born in the 80s and 90s grew up reading Jin Yong and Gu Long's martial arts novels. Fantasy martial arts novels felt too abstract and completely out of touch with reality. Old books didn't inspire me, so without researching the market, I shut myself away and wrote a piece in a month—a thrilling, high-stakes, suspenseful novel.

8. 358 囚 The Imprisoned King 囚王 Li Anglong李盎龙Eastern Fantasy425k WordsCompleted Who am I? I woke up in a prince's manor after a seven-day dream. I had forgotten who I was, where I came from, and where I was going. It seemed I had once been plotting something, but before I could investigate, an assassination attempt sent me stumbling into the martial world. Thus began the weaving of a conspiracy spanning both court and martial world. 201Reads—Score—14d adds

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   A spirited and energetic main cast, a fairly traditional martial arts story, an amnesiac male protagonist who, posing as a prince, wanders the martial arts world. No system, no time travel, no harem. 👀[Thinking][Admiration]

9. 359 星 Stars Stir Across a Thousand Clouds 星动千云 Clouds of a Thousand Leaves千叶之云Martial Arts2.2M WordsOngoing Xing Dong is just an ordinary member of the millions of cultivators, or perhaps he doesn't even know that he's a cultivator. If fate exists, then perhaps he was born to toil. If cultivators have prodigies, then perhaps he is just a background character. Beneath the boundless Heavenly Dao, this is the helpless cry of an ordinary cultivator, and the black-and-white battle 375Reads—Score11014d adds

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   (Not traditional fiction) (Only realistic scenes, no overpowered protagonists) Chapters 191-193. If you can feel the martial arts flavor, then consider reading the whole book? [Awkward laugh][awkward laugh][awkward laugh]

10. 360 风 Wind and Blade 风与刀 The Little Tailor Wants to Be a Great Tailor小裁缝想成为大裁缝Eastern Fantasy621k WordsOngoing A tale of wind and blades, a tale of the jianghu and its people. The wind is carefree, the blade is swift. Zhao Qian never wanted a life on the road, but after killing someone, he has no choice but to wander and step into the jianghu, where swords are cold and women are fragrant. (Harem, not a single female lead) 180Reads—Score—14d adds

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    [Smiling][Laughing][Shocked][Heart][Crying][Crying]

11. 361 从 Starting Out as a Constable 从捕快开始肝起 It's Strawberry Bear是草莓熊Male-Channel Fanfiction280k WordsOngoing Introduction: The realm is in chaos, rival states rise, and the martial world is riven by conflicts between sects. At a single glance, Li Yunhe finds himself in Cangyuan County, about to take over as a constable, and gains a proficiency panel. Grind, grind, grind! As long as he puts in enough work, he can grind the [Peaceful Fist] into the [Mountain-Smashing, Earth-Flattening Fist], and grind the [Basic Breath-Regulating Method] into the [Heaven-Swallowing Origin-Returning Art]. Constable... Chi 2Reads—Score—14d adds
12. 362 江 Werewolf in the Martial World: From Outsider to Mastermind 江湖狼人杀，从局外到主宰 Tai Moshen太末生Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted Qin Xiaolang, the greatest assassin under heaven and teacher of the Thirteen Wolves of Hentian, believes the highest level of killing is not to kill. Lord Hentian believes it is to stop killing with killing, while Yinlang, the youngest of the Thirteen Wolves, believes it is to kill no one and seek redemption. The jianghu is treacherous, and its warriors live by the blade. Different beliefs lead to different ends. What will become of Yinlang? (No System, no brainless antics, pure wuxia.) 41Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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    The ultimate skill of an assassin [thumbs up]

13. 363 天 The Heavenly Book: The Imperial Star Descends to the Mortal World, One Sword Proves the Dao 天书：帝星化凡，一剑证道 Master Wuwei Chen Zhifei无为子陈知非Eastern Fantasy723k WordsOngoing [A golden-scaled dragon is no pond-dweller. Soon, the Heavenly Book will descend from the ninth heaven!] What would happen if Dugu Qiubai lived for a thousand years? A Heavenly Book spans a thousand years of China’s history, bringing him into contact with humans, demons, immortals, and Buddhas. (A historical cultivation novel about immortality, featuring Confucian, Buddhist, and Daoist ideas that may be difficult for most readers. Not a wish-fulfillment story; slow burn, so read with care.) [Imm 255Reads—Score—14d adds

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    There are Divine Condors, Heavenly Dragons, the Xuan Tie Sword, Huang Shang's Nine Yin Manual, Dugu Swordplay, Zhou Tong, Yue Fei, Wu Song, Water Margin, the Ziwei Emperor Star undergoes 64 tribulations, transforms into a mortal to attain enlightenment, masters the art of slaying dragons, and proves his Dao to the world... The 64 tribulations of the Ziwei Star, the path of cultivation through tribulations, a dream of returning to the Song Dynasty: My romantic escapades in the Northern Song Dynasty: Starting with [the Ziwei Star descending to earth], transforming into a mortal in the Northern Song Dynasty, becoming the Sword Demon Dugu, [encountering the Divine Condor], [slaying the Heavenly Dragon], a story of a mortal cultivating immortality: Alternate history: encountering various famous historical figures, exploring the origins of historical events, various historical stories and legends, ancient poems and songs. The Purple Star Emperor, a Mortal Transformation in the Northern Song Dynasty: Featuring the Condor Heroes, the Heavenly Dragon, the Nameless Sword, the Purple Soft Sword, the Xuan Tie Heavy Sword, Huang Shang's Nine Yin Manual, the Dugu Swordplay, Zhou Tong, Yue Fei, Wu Song, Water Margin, mortal transformation and enlightenment, the art of slaying dragons, proving one's Dao in the world… It includes martial arts, fantasy, history, and fictional cultivation: I enjoy fanfiction featuring martial arts characters who have never appeared before, watching the Sword Demon Dugu seek to defeat the entire martial world. I also watch how the Sword Demon Dugu cultivates his literary skills, the Great Dao of sword cultivation… A philosophical work encompassing traditional Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. [Sending Heart]

14. 364 弹 Strumming a Sword and Singing Along the Way 弹剑行歌 Iron Otaku Li铁宅李Historical239k WordsCompleted Half martial arts novel, half story: In the twenty-ninth year of the Wanli reign, a prince who has been living among the common people makes a surprise assault on the imperial palace after years of secret preparation, invoking the precedent of the Jingnan Campaign. A group of heroes from the martial world, led by a former official who resigned from office, rise up to stop him. But all of this is under the control of Zhao Gong, a prince consort, and in the end both sides suffer devastating losses 13Reads—Score—14d adds

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    July 6, 2025 (Conclusion): The tales of chivalrous heroes in the late Ming Dynasty, heroes swept away by the tides; the sword of loyalty and valor of yesteryear, today I present it to you!

15. 365 射 The Stubborn Song of the Condor Heroes 射雕里的宋之倔强 Dong Shengxuan东盛轩Martial Arts505k WordsCompleted This book has no System. The soul of a martial arts heir from a later era merges with Han Xicheng, the grandson of Han Tuozhou in the Song dynasty. After Han Tuozhou's ambition leads to the failure of the Kaixi Northern Expedition, he is purged in a coup by Shi Miyuan and Empress Yang. Han Xicheng escapes the flames and goes into hiding with his guards, concealing his identity. As he grows, he steadily hones his martial arts, encounters the jianghu sects from The Legend of the Condor Heroes, and 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This novel, a tale of the martial arts world, follows the gradual development of a powerful force. While it touches upon the imperial court, it focuses primarily on the affairs of the martial arts community! I. The Vision and Goals of the Crimson Flame Manor: To expel foreign invaders, reclaim our homeland, let the Crimson Flame shine brightly, and bring peace to the world. II. The Flag of the Crimson Flame Manor: A red flag with a soaring eagle, signifying: "Crimson Flames burn in the sky, the eagle dances in the martial arts world, overlooking from a high vantage point, protecting our Han land."

16. 366 菩 Bodhi Blood: The Abandoned Son of Shaolin 菩提血：少林弃子 Mr. Jia Loves Liuzhou River Snail Rice Noodles爱吃柳州螺丝粉的贾总Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted [Classic Wuxia + No System + Decisive and Ruthless + Slow Burn] The young Shi Tian possesses the power of Buddha and demon, as well as the source of chaos. Hunted by both the martial world and the imperial court, he faces danger on all sides. After returning from the deadlands of Loulan in the Western Regions, his right arm undergoes a strange transformation, and he begins to master its power. His journey to the Southern Border brings poison miasma, insect curses, and danger lurking everywhere. 424Reads—Score10114d adds

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    Check out this book, it gets really good later on.

17. 367 满 Maxed-Out Comprehension: Starting with The Smiling, Proud Wanderer 满级悟性：从笑傲江湖开始 Hot Pot at Phoenix Airport凤凰机场吃火锅Male-Channel Fanfiction1.3M WordsOngoing The rating just went live, so it'll climb later. The Smiling, Proud Wanderer arc is over. Now it's time for The Return of the Condor Heroes! I transmigrate into The Smiling, Proud Wanderer as Yue Buqun's own son, the man known as the Gentleman Sword. With a father who dares to castrate himself and a free-spirited Linghu Chong who keeps getting into trouble, what should I do? How should I deal with the plots and schemes, the deceit and betrayal, in The Smiling, Proud Wanderer? Help, I need an ans 39.5kReads7.0Score3.1k14d adds

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    A boundless imagination

18. 368 天 Lord of the Mortal World in Tianlong 天龙尘主 Dwelling North of South Mountain南山北居Male-Channel Fanfiction1.0M WordsCompleted In middle age, he dreams of the Song Dynasty and awakens in the Shaolin Temple, where a master takes him in and secretly reveals the secrets of Heaven. Will he climb to great heights and roam the world at ease, or spend a peaceful life by the lamp, devoted to Buddha? In his previous life, he was a drudge, and a moment of leisure was hard to come by. If he has the chance in this life, why not live freely? Yet the surging tide of history sweeps him along, time and again. Unwilling to live an ordin 100Reads8.6Score21714d adds

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    Jianghu and Imperial Court: Take a look at Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

19. 369 传 Preaching in the Tianxuan Realm 传道天玄界 On a Whim兴之所至Eastern Fantasy434k WordsOngoing The protagonist cultivates immortality while everyone else practices martial arts. Follow me, and I'll help you cultivate immortality too. I'm easygoing, but don't mess with me. If you make me angry, even I'm scared of what I'll do. 22Reads—Score—14d adds
20. 370 开 My Clan Sacrificed Me from the Start, in Exchange for My Rise to the Peak of Martial Arts 开局家族祭天，换我问鼎武道巅峰 The Ninth Letter第九封信Eastern Fantasy88k WordsOngoing [Self-interest above all] [Decisive and ruthless] [Pinnacle of martial arts] Yu Wen Du wakes to find that he has transmigrated to a world of advanced martial arts, and become the second son of the Yu Wen family, one of the three great clans in Anzhou Prefecture of the Great Yu Dynasty. He had planned to take it easy and enjoy life, but his elder brother’s faction fears he will compete for the position of clan head and plots to kill him at every turn. With no other choice, Yu Wen Du allies with o —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    These books feature protagonists who are strong, domineering, decisive, ruthless, and cunning. Some even possess systems. Except for the first book, which is a new author's work I just read and currently has no flaws or is mindless, the others are excellent works, scoring nine out of ten.

21. 371 大 Ming Dynasty Embroidered Guards: Rewarded for Punishing Evil and Upholding Justice 大明锦衣卫：惩奸除恶奖励万物 Rising From the Abyss风起于渊Historical1.2M WordsCompleted I Slay Demons in the Great Ming Dynasty High Martial Arts Ming Dynasty: I Extract Cultivation Without Limit It was the Jiajing era. The emperor revered the immortals, treacherous villains threw the world into chaos, and ordinary people’s lives were worth less than grass. Su Yuan transmigrated to a high-martial-arts version of the Great Ming Dynasty with a Bi An waist token and joined the Imperial Brocade Guard. Dressed in a flying-fish robe and cloud-climbing boots, he wielded a Xiuchun saber, s 15.1kReads8.7Score1.3k14d adds
22. 372 江 The Jianghu's Greatest Powerbroker: Starting at the Tongfu Inn 江湖第一巨头：从同福客栈开始 Golden Chisel and Wine金凿有酒Male-Channel Fanfiction450k WordsOngoing [The rights to this book are currently managed by another party. Feel free to message me privately for details.] [Readers are welcome to enjoy this book aloud. Moderate noise is permitted as long as it does not disturb others.] [This is not a conventional brainless power fantasy.] When Qin Yue opened his eyes, he found someone hunting him down. Before he could even lament his wretched fate, he stumbled into the dramatic events surrounding Liu Zhengfeng’s retirement from the martial world. More a 260Reads—Score34714d adds

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    Check out this one: Liu Zhengfeng retires from the life of a criminal, Tongfu Inn lends its support, and the Three Great Camps make a surprise appearance [laughs]

23. 373 锦 Embroidered Guard, Fangs Bared 锦衣獠牙 Uncle Ribs排骨大叔Historical2.1M WordsCompleted [Adapted into several short dramas and animated dramas. Witty, lighthearted, slice-of-life comedy, ridiculous antics, sly tricks, and absurd humor.] After the old Taoist finished chanting, he shouted, “Begone! Soul, return to your body!” Li Xiaoya’s body jerked inside the coffin. He sat bolt upright, opened his eyes, and asked in confusion, “Where am I?” “(⊙_⊙)” The old Taoist performing the ritual rolled his eyes back and promptly fainted on the spot. Also known as: [Relax, How Many People Have 34.9kReads9.1Score3.7k14d adds
24. 374 群 Chronicles of Heroes and Chivalrous Shadows 群英侠影录 Golden-Feathered Eagle金羽雕Eastern Fantasy535k WordsOngoing A traditional wuxia novel steeped in history. It is a story of love and vengeance for family and country, of chivalrous heroes and young gallants in fine clothes riding spirited steeds. The novel creates a vast jianghu and an expansive world of martial arts. Its breadth of martial arts, number of schools, and cast of characters are among its defining features. Inspired by the narrative methods and writing styles of Liang Yusheng and Jin Yong, every word has been independently conceived and writt 1.5kReads—Score15114d adds

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    A classic martial arts novel set in ancient China, featuring a group of young heroes. It employs the language and narrative techniques of Jin Yong and Liang Yusheng, with a simple and fluent style, free from lengthy, contrived, or pretentious environmental descriptions and ornate language. Every word and phrase is independently conceived and created by the author, avoiding any AI-generated content. The novel possesses a rich historical weight, vividly portraying the loyalty and patriotism of chivalrous heroes and generals. The work boasts a grand theme, a captivating and tightly-knit story, ingenious plotting, seamless structure, and tight logic, with no loopholes and all foreshadowing resolved. Read on, and the author will take you on a journey through the martial arts world! Witness as the young hero Qin unites heroes from across the land to reshape the passionate world of martial arts!

25. 375 大 Great Qin: The Ruthless Chancellor, Whom the First Emperor Begs Not to Kill 大秦：最狠丞相，始皇求我别杀了 Never Saw the Moon of Qin不曾见秦时月Historical2.5M WordsCompleted [Decisive and Ruthless + The Protagonist Is a Master Schemer + No Romance + Career-Focused Protagonist] After transmigrating into the Great Qin dynasty, Liu Bai rose straight to the position of Great Qin's Left Chancellor. From the start, he had seven thousand surrendered rebels buried alive. When he returned to Xianyang, everyone was sharpening their knives, ready to impeach the chancellor. Only then did they realize it was all just the beginning. “Your Majesty, Left Chancellor Liu Bai beat Zha 32.3kReads9.4Score3.8k14d adds
26. 376 何 Who Still Speaks of Chivalry? 何人还说侠 The Rabbit Upstairs楼上的兔子Eastern Fantasy544k WordsOngoing The jianghu is full of legends, but the tales about him are especially unusual. A fearsome aura of evil, a steadfast heart of chivalry. He does good deeds, yet bears a villain’s reputation. The jianghu remains the same, yet it is a new jianghu all over again. Let this tale slowly unfold. Come, listen as the story is told. The young are like poetry. Come along with me. Measure the world with your footsteps. See the human world with your own eyes. Roam the jianghu with your heart and spirit. 28Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Three sects, six factions, and nine cities—a vivid portrayal of the martial arts world, filled with passion and contemplation. Written with exceptional skill, it's definitely worth reading.

27. 377 君 When You Rise, the World Stirs 君起风云 Jade Finds a Master Craftsman璞玉遇良匠Martial Arts359k WordsCompleted Ren Pingsheng, the young sect master of the famed Qingyun Sect, was betrayed by a trusted confidant during the sect's grand ceremony and fell into Soulbreak Cliff. In a single night, his martial arts were completely crippled and he was gravely injured, reduced from a revered immortal of the righteous path to a discarded pawn. By chance, he was rescued by Chen Xuanyi, the master of Netherworld Valley. Through a twist of fate, the two fought side by side. One held fast to his principles, enduring 19Reads—Score—14d adds

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    If you like the world of martial arts, why not give it a try?

28. 378 大 The Tang Dynasty Coffin Records 大唐藏棺录 I Shall Have No Clothes我将无衣Eastern Fantasy428k WordsOngoing [Wuxia + mystery + history + one heroine + intelligent villains] Gu Tangsheng, the small-time owner of a coffin shop in the market district, is actually a “Coffin Collector,” a secret agent from the previous dynasty. Examining corpses, hiding blades, and disguising murder as a peaceful death in old age: that is his trade. As chaos looms and the martial world crumbles, he travels the land with a coffin, unearthing the hidden bones of the jianghu and rekindling the true flame of martial arts. He b 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It tells the story of how the martial arts world survives under the oppression of the imperial court during a chaotic era.

29. 379 网 The Online Game: A World of Freedom 网游之自由世界 A Taoist in the Deep Mountains深山里的道士Sports2.1M WordsCompleted Everyone calls him a lecher, but he considers himself a master of gynecology. Some call him a hero, while others say he acts strangely. He doesn’t care what they think. He just wants to do whatever he likes. Demonic cults, righteous sects? What’s that got to do with me? Justice or evil? Depends on the situation! But one thing is certain: Han Jin has always been very generous toward beautiful women. Han Jin: If you lower your 23.3kReads9.0Score2k14d adds
30. 380 满 After the Max-Level Dragon King Is Reborn as a General’s Orphan 满级龙王穿成将门遗孤后 Leisurely Guest in the Deep Mountains深山悠客Martial Arts444k WordsCompleted Xiao Hao, the commander of Huaxia's strongest special forces unit, the “Dragon Flame,” was known as the “Dragon King.” He transmigrated into the orphaned infant son of a disgraced, exiled general of the Dayun Dynasty, after the child's family had been slaughtered by a martial arts sect. The one who saved him was Sister Ran, the daughter of a prime minister and once his beloved. She had been renowned in the capital for both her talent and beauty, but now she was trapped in the entertainment quart 25Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This book is highly recommended!

31. 381 锦 A Long Song of the Embroidered Uniform Guard 锦衣长歌 Liu Kele刘可乐Historical2.0M WordsCompleted A true man should carry a three-foot sword, roam the world, and protect the land. Yet Emperor Hongwu gave Chang Ge a dagger. In the year Wushen, under the sixty-year cycle, the sun rose over the newly founded Great Ming. Countless demons lurking in the shadows stirred restlessly. Clad in brocade, Chang Ge became a sharp dagger, slaying evil and protecting the realm. Page by page, the history books recorded the illustrious names Zhu Yuanzhang, Ma Xiuying, Xu Da, Chang Yuchun, and Liu Bowen. But C 2.3kReads9.0Score18814d adds
32. 382 大 Ming Dynasty Bounty Hunter: Soul-Sundering Saber 大明捉刀人之断魂刀 Midnight Cold Star午夜寒星Eastern Fantasy227k WordsCompleted The gallbladder of a ten-thousand-year-old demon dragon, a blade forged from eight thousand vengeful souls. How could either be anything but a rare treasure? Grudges and passions, love and hate without end. Behold the passionate saber-wielder and the heartless swordsman, beneath the jianghu’s rainy night and the lamplight that burns through ten years... 33Reads—Score—14d adds

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    You can read it; you might not be disappointed.

33. 383 我 My Grandfather Is Zhu Yuanzhang 我祖父是朱元璋 Time Thief岁月神偷Historical6.5M WordsCompleted I have the most illustrious name: Zhu Yuntong. I am the legitimate grandson of the founding emperor of Great Ming, and the legitimate son of Crown Prince Zhu Biao. My mother is the daughter of Chang Yuchun, and my maternal granduncle is Lan Yu. I am the most illustrious imperial grandson in Great Ming, and the most influential and legitimate heir to the throne. I will usher in a different Great Ming, magnificent beyond compare, its sun and moon shining bright. It will embrace all rivers and welc 237.2kReads9.4Score27.9k14d adds
34. 384 明 Moonlit Flower 明月花 Immortal Xueming雪茗上仙Ancient Romance454k WordsCompleted She once held back a thousand troops with a single sword. Her white robes stained with blood, she was breathtakingly beautiful, more stirring than the setting sun on the city wall. When the battle report reached the Northern Yan camp, the Yan Emperor dropped the wine cup in his hand. “How could a woman like this be hidden in my realm?” I vaguely remember: [They first met on a snowy night. With just a few words, she sent a band of thugs running and saved the escort convoy he was leading. The you 149Reads8.4Score—14d adds

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    Female protagonist in martial arts novel, cold on the outside but warm on the inside, with top-tier martial arts skills.

35. 385 踹 I Dumped My Poor, Good-for-Nothing Boyfriend for a Powerful Brocade Guard 踹掉穷渣男，我选权势滔天锦衣卫 Gathering Vetch, Gathering Vetch采薇采薇Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Hilarious] + [Lighthearted] + [Good values]: How do you turn an aloof, celibate man into a clingy puppy? Rong Shu raises her hand: I know this one! She transmigrated into an orphan whose parents had died, struggling to survive while caring for her younger brother. To protect herself, she spread the word everywhere that she was involved with Wei Yan, the Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard. Before long, the men who had been targeting her ran off with their tails between their legs. Rong S 26.9kReads9.2Score3.8k14d adds
36. 386 醉 Drunken Dreams, Wandering Heroes 醉梦，侠影 Mr. Chuan Rong川容先生Eastern Fantasy2.0M WordsOngoing A haze of drunkenness brings clarity to a dreamscape. Behind the shadow of the swordsman lies a reflection of the dream’s jianghu. A whole new world, unfamiliar memories, the identity of a hero, and a journey through the jianghu: between drunkenness and sobriety, heroism and dreams, a legend unfolds. 57Reads—Score—14d adds
37. 387 网 Online Game: Run! The Brocade-Clad Bully Is Here 网游之快跑！锦衣恶霸来了 Hot Pot by Hand手捞火锅Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted [Comedy + Invincible Hero + Martial Arts Style + Sneaky Schemer + Golden Finger + Feel-Good Power Fantasy + Absurd Humor + Reflections of Reality] (Not an MMORPG about grinding through monsters and levels. Don’t read if that’s not your thing.) Original title: "Online Game: Run! The Brocade-Clad Guard Bully Is Here" My first master is the commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and my second master is the chief constable of the Six Doors. I came up through the confiscation bureau. You there, 3.7kReads8.9Score26814d adds
38. 388 长 Longevity: Starting as an Unorthodox Tianlong 长生：从另类天龙开始 0An Ordinary Person00一个平凡的人0Eastern Fantasy359k WordsCompleted Word has spread throughout the martial world that the Carefree Sect possesses secret martial arts capable of granting eternal life. Countless people have searched the world for it, unaware that this defying-the-heavens legacy has long since fallen into the hands of an unknown young man. Li Xiaoyao keeps a low profile amid the chaos of Tianlong. He seems ordinary, but the depths of his cultivation are unfathomable. He watches the martial world’s conflicts with cold detachment, yet is forced into 5.6kReads8.8Score27014d adds

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    It features elements of the martial arts world, martial arts sects, and the imperial court, with a fast-paced and exciting plot.

39. 389 残 Blood Chronicles of the Setting Sun 残阳血记 Wu Xuanqing吴玄卿Eastern Fantasy318k WordsOngoing On the bloody night of 1644, Yan Xuanfeng, a Jinyiwei officer, detonated explosives and died for his country. His loyal servant fled south with the orphan and entrusted the swaddled baby Yan Hengyun to Wudang. The child carried three sparks vital to Chinese civilization: the Sunset Sword, the Star-Pattern Compass, and a sheepskin map. Yan Hengyun grew up on Wudang Mountain. At fourteen, he descended the mountain and roamed the martial world under the name Lingyun. He befriended Bai Wugou, Mu Qi —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Ancient Chinese martial arts! Classic martial arts!

40. 390 美 A Beauty Who Captivates the City, and the Scheming Imperial Guard Who Spoils Her Wildly 美人倾城，腹黑锦衣卫霸心狂宠 Sugar-Free Pineapple Milk Pudding菠萝奶冻不加糖Ancient Romance339k WordsCompleted A delicate, clever beauty and a cold, ruthless, scheming Commander of the Imperial Guards. Coercive romance, one couple only, both virgins, a little groveling, an alternate setting, and a happy ending. The hero is controlling, scheming, and no good man. There are some scenes of confinement later on. He absolutely spoils the heroine, but he’s also secretly a devoted puppy. The more of a jerk he is at first, the more meek and humble he becomes later. Wan Ying lost both her parents. To reclaim the 12.5kReads9.1Score1.3k14d adds
41. 391 绝 The Peerless Sword God 绝色剑神 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted That winter, the martial world died. Tianwaitian slaughtered the entire martial world, staining rivers and mountains with blood. Beauty meant death. Zhao Qinghe was the most remarkable princess in the world, and the most beautiful woman in the world. When she smiled, the mountains and rivers paled. When she drew her sword, even immortals bowed their heads. Her Flowing Cloud Soft Sword made her invincible in three moves. Two even more dangerous women were always at her side: Luo Qinghan, “De 464Reads8.1Score19114d adds

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    That winter, the martial world died. The Heavenly Realm slaughtered the entire martial arts world, staining mountains and rivers with blood. Beauty is synonymous with death—Zhao Qinghe, the most beautiful princess in the world, the most beautiful woman under heaven. When she smiled, the world paled in comparison; when she drew her sword, even gods bowed. Her Flowing Cloud Soft Sword was invincible in three moves. Beside her were two even more dangerous women: Luo Qinghan, "Ink Feather Godslayer"; and Wen Wanqing, "Gentle Palm Suppressing Heaven." The three were unassuming, like refined ladies, like delicate flowers. Their two adorable pets were even more extraordinary: the Myriad Demonic Ice Python "Frost Profound," and the ancient divine beast "Soul-Devouring Golden Eyes" Ink Flame. The winter snow had not yet stopped, but the killing had already begun. The sharpest sword in the world was wrapped in the sweetest sugar.

42. 392 锦 Crossing the Brocade Heart 锦心渡 Yao Zhuo妖酌Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [Strong Female Lead Who Grows, Multiple Male Leads, Love Rival Showdowns, Deep and Painful Romance, Taking by Force, Historical Fiction, The Jianghu, Political Scheming, Palace Intrigue] Su Zhi, a top modern literature student, unexpectedly transmigrated to the Northern Song dynasty and became the illegitimate daughter of a Ministry of Rites official. She was forced to take her stepsister's place and marry Lu Yong'an, the son of the Chancellor. Rumor had it that Third Young Master Lu was once t 417Reads8.3Score10214d adds
43. 393 九 In the 1990s, I Became a Village Barefoot Doctor 九零之我在村里当赤脚医生 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨Modern Romance84k WordsOngoing Lin Yue, an emergency room doctor, transmigrates into the body of a village girl in the 1990s. Faced with a grandmother who favors boys and a village that shuns her, she takes up her silver needles and draws on astonishing skills in traditional Chinese medicine and cutting-edge psychological knowledge. She cures the village bully’s hidden ailment, treats the village beauty’s hysteria, and transforms the entire impoverished village through medicinal herb farming and rural tourism. And that demobi 14Reads—Score—14d adds
44. 394 暮 Dusk's Distant Traveler 暮迟遥客 Spicy Noodles燃面Eastern Fantasy304k WordsOngoing Heroes abound, as numerous as carp crossing a river. During the Zhenguan era of the Tang Dynasty, the ten great martial arts sects of the Central Plains were founded. They fought and killed for the Phantom God Scripture, a peerless martial arts manual. But the jianghu isn't all fighting and killing. It also holds sincere friendships, romantic love, and a band of young heroes. Di Xia was an uneducated street punk. By a twist of fate, he became the sworn son of Wang Quyan, a man who had gone mad a —Reads—Score—14d adds

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45. 395 隋 The Madmen of Sui and Tang 隋唐狂徒 Senior Brother of Zhu Bajie猪八戒的师兄Historical4.8M WordsCompleted In the final years of the Sui dynasty and the beginning of the Tang, heroes rose in great numbers. The Four Ferocious Generals and Thirteen Outstanding Champions stood above all others, while eighteen armies of heroes battled for supremacy. Buddhist, Daoist, Confucian, and demonic sects all entered the fray. The land was a painted landscape, its beauties like jade. Who would rule the world? Li Yuanba or Li Xuanba: which one was the true Demon God? Su Chen or Li Shimin: which one was the true rul 2.9kReads8.0Score23514d adds
46. 396 碧 Blade of the Azure Heavens 碧落无刃 Evening Fisherman at Dusk暮渔晚Eastern Fantasy1.1M WordsCompleted Beneath heaven, martial arts are ruled by blades and swords. The thousand-year feud between the ancient Yue Sword Pavilion and Minghong Manor, two supreme sects, has shaped the most epic chapter in the martial world. But this is more than a conflict between blade and sword factions. It is a secret spanning two generations: a life stolen, and revenge pursued in the name of love. He, Ye Lingfeng, is a sword prodigy raised by the ancient Yue Sword Pavilion. His adoptive father is the Sword Saint, f 168Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Traditional martial arts fiction, not a wish-fulfillment novel. No cheat codes, no systems, no cultivation, no saintly figures, no stupidity, no gods, no time travel, no playing dumb to fool others, no parallel worlds—just a genuine and pure martial arts world where characters gradually grow. Thank you for your support. [Under pressure to finish drafting]

47. 397 梦 Dreaming of the Condor Heroes, I Master the Sunflower Manual 梦回射雕，我练会葵花宝典 Moonlight Foot Soldier月光小卒Male-Channel Fanfiction19k WordsCompleted I Dreamed of the Condor Heroes and Mastered the Sunflower Manual 363Reads—Score314d adds

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    …However, the lingering concern in his heart hadn't been completely let go. How could he dispel it now? Lin Yu suddenly remembered that among the large box of martial arts manuals he had obtained from Zhu Changling's house, besides the Ying Gu Notes, Iron Palm Divine Skill, and One-Finger Divine Skill, there was also a set of Zhu family's inherited martial arts—"One-Finger Divine Skill: Judge's Brush Technique." A thought struck him: Why not practice calligraphy? This set of Zhu family Judge's Brush Technique was a direct disciple of Master Yideng, and Zhu Ziliu, the ancestor of the Zhu family, evolved it from One-Finger Divine Skill. It incorporated acupoint striking techniques into the Judge's Brush Technique, requiring no excessive effort to cultivate finger strength; the essence of One-Finger Divine Skill could be executed solely with the Judge's Brush. Later, it was combined with calligraphy, hence the name "One-Finger Divine Skill: Judge's Brush Technique," which was quite unique. According to the strokes, each Chinese character, even each stroke, could be transformed into an exquisite move. Lin Yu had seen it before, and although it was eye-opening, he had no time to practice it due to the abundance of other martial arts techniques he possessed. Looking back now, practicing calligraphy has proven to be a calming and peaceful activity when I'm feeling troubled, making it quite suitable for my current situation. Moreover, the discussion in the "One Yang Script Finger Judge's Calligraphy" about the connection between calligraphy and martial arts has also piqued my interest. The book states: "Calligraphy and martial arts seem unrelated, but in reality, they share a common principle. When calligraphy is practiced to a high level, even a soft brush can penetrate the paper and penetrate deeply into the wood. Many people consider this empty talk, but this is because they do not understand its profound mystery. Martial arts emphasizes that power originates from the ground, concentrating the body's strength into a single point for explosive release. When releasing power, both feet must push off the ground, using the rebound force to transmit through the legs to the waist, back, shoulders, arms, and wrists, ultimately exploding at the fingertips. Among these, the waist is particularly crucial; as the boxing manual says, 'Its root is in the feet, it originates in the legs, it is controlled by the waist, and it manifests in the fingers.' Calligraphy is the opposite. Beginners often feel fatigue in their hands and arms, only achieving some success when their waist feels fatigued; if they can practice until even their toes feel tired, they have considerable skill. Then, from fatigue to no fatigue, one can begin to appreciate the wonder of Wang Xizhi's calligraphy, where the power penetrates the paper and penetrates deeply into the wood." Lin Yu pondered this statement and found it quite interesting, recalling an anecdote. In *The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber*, it is recorded that on Zhang Sanfeng's 90th birthday, he was troubled because his third disciple, Yu Daiyan, had been crippled by A San, a master from the Ruyang Prince's mansion. He then practiced calligraphy to express his feelings. Zhang Cuishan, peeking through the window, saw his master first write the *Letter of Mourning*, and then add the twenty-four characters: "The supreme martial arts weapon, the Dragon Saber, commands the world, none dare disobey; without the Heaven Sword, who can contend?" The strokes gradually expanded with his emotions, growing larger and larger. Zhang Cuishan even gleaned a powerful martial art from it, wielding the Judge's Pen with immense power. Recalling this story, Lin Yu became even more interested in the combination of calligraphy and martial arts: "I never imagined that these two, one literary and the other martial, one orthodox and the other reversed, seemingly unrelated, would actually have so many similarities in terms of moves and the application of strength. No wonder calligraphers often live long lives; practicing calligraphy is actually equivalent to practicing boxing! It's truly incredible." So every day, he practiced calligraphy with great enthusiasm. However, he didn't use a brush and ink, but only his hands, using his fingers instead of a brush, writing in the air. This action gradually became a unique sight on Bright Peak. Every morning, the people on Bright Peak could see their leader, Lin Yu, standing in the martial arts training ground. Although it was said to be practicing boxing, it was not like ordinary boxing routines; he only gestured in the air with his fingers. Although it was said to be writing, it was accompanied by footwork, darting and turning, with the rhythm of profound martial arts flowing from his fingertips. The followers were secretly amazed that their leader's skills had reached such a level; even a casual gesture was a peerless martial art. Thus, watching Lin Yu practice calligraphy remotely every morning became a grand event at Bright Peak. Not only did his disciples eagerly watch, but the members of the Ming Cult also gathered around to observe. Except for the blind Xie Xun, all the high-ranking members of the Ming Cult were present, including Zhao Min and the four civil officials left behind at the main altar—Li Shanchang, Liu Ji, Zhu Sheng, and Song Lian—who often stopped to watch. These four scholars, in particular, though ignorant of martial arts, were all refined calligraphers, watching with rapt attention, occasionally whispering among themselves, discussing brushstrokes and their meaning, all with excited expressions. With each day's practice, Lin Yu gradually improved, his finger movements becoming increasingly exquisite, and his understanding of the One-Yang Finger Calligraphy deepening. He secretly praised its power: "The world has so many Chinese characters; by practicing like this, every stroke, every character can be transformed into a martial art. The intricacies are truly unfathomable, and the potential is limitless!" Perhaps it was only because the Zhu family had not produced a top master that this martial art remained unknown, almost buried in obscurity. Fortunately, he had unearthed it by chance. That morning, he was in particularly high spirits, first writing the five thousand words of the *Tao Te Ching*, then the *Huang Ting Jing*. His fingers danced across the paper, gradually entering a state of absorption, writing from the first light of dawn until nearly midday. More and more onlookers gathered, all captivated by the sight. Lin Yu's fingertips hovered, his mind focused on the air. He began by writing left and right "dots," then his fingertips suddenly plunged downwards, the force concentrated like a falling stone, echoing left and right, much like the "Zan" technique in the One-Finger Divine Skill, where power bursts forth from the fingertips, specifically targeting the opponent's acupoints such as Tanzhong, Juque, and Qimen. Then, his body swayed, his fingertips leaving a trail of afterimages as he wrote two horizontal strokes, the short horizontals like a light sword grazing the throat, his wrist turning with a gust of wind—the "sweeping" motion of the Judge's Pen. The long horizontal stroke requires a relaxed shoulder and dropped elbow, with power originating from the waist and abdomen, flowing upwards to the fingertips. The movement is stable yet contains immense force, like a whip striking, ending with a slight upward flick, seemingly able to deflect the incoming force. Finally, the middle vertical stroke, like a pillar supporting the sky, plunges straight down at the fingertips, subtly echoing the "chopping" force of Iron Palm Kung Fu, exerting power from top to bottom. If the opponent raises their arm to block, the "suspended needle" ending of this vertical stroke can be used to change tactics, striking the wrist pulse point. Thus, the regular script character "" (half) leaps into the air. He was immersed in the correspondence between the strokes and martial arts moves, completely forgetting himself. He gradually discovered that indeed, the beginning, development, transition, and conclusion of each Chinese character subtly corresponded to the circulation of internal energy and the exertion of limbs. For example, the left-falling stroke of the character "" (knife) is like a strike, the horizontal hook like a horizontal slash; the dot of the character "" (sword) is like a straight thrust, the vertical hook like a chopping… Suddenly, he switched to cursive script, his fingertips moving like dragons: the long stroke of the character "" required twisting his waist and shoulders, the fingertips sweeping out diagonally, like a soft sword coiling around the finger, capable of entangled and disarming the opponent's weapon; while the downward stroke required exerting force against the flow, like a heavy hammer pounding earth, the force suddenly increasing as the finger landed. This "three twists and turns" movement was precisely the triple change of dissipating force, accumulating force, and releasing force, capable of breaking through fierce fist techniques. Finally, he finished with the character "" in clerical script. The last stroke, the hook, required sinking the elbow and accumulating power, like a fully drawn bow, until the bend reached its limit, the fingertips suddenly shooting out. This "hook" force was like a hidden arrow suddenly shot, specifically targeting the opponent's joint gaps, similar in effect to the "returning spear" of the "Yang Family Spear Technique". Between the rise and fall of his fingertips, it seemed as if invisible techniques flowed in the air, perfectly integrated with his overall aura. When Lin Yu calmly finished his movements, he realized that the martial arts arena was already surrounded by people, yet completely silent. Among the crowd, a minor Ming Cult leader, whose martial arts were slightly inferior, couldn't fully grasp the intricacies of the movements, but he found the leader's "fist technique" fluid and captivating. Seeing Lin Yu finish his stance, he thought, "The leader has stopped. Although I don't quite understand it myself, seeing how engrossed Vice Leader Yin and the others are, the leader's demonstration must be a top-tier, unparalleled martial art. I should at least show my support!" So he wanted to applaud and cheer. But before he could speak, his quick-witted companion covered his mouth and pulled him aside. His companion made a "shh" gesture, indicating he should look around. He turned his head and saw that everyone around him was either frowning in thought or looking enlightened, all immersed in their recent insights and not yet recovered. Startled, he quickly covered his mouth, barely daring to breathe, and secretly glanced at everyone's expressions. Zhao Min, Vice Leader Yin Tianzheng, the two envoys Yang Xiao and Fan Yao, and Zhou Yunhe and his wife, all had their eyes slightly closed, still savoring the martial arts principles in the leader's gestures and brushstrokes. Zhang Wuji also stood there, his eyes shining, clearly having gained a lot. Only a few young female disciples seemed to understand, but were infected by the atmosphere around them, holding their breath and looking around intently, not daring to make a sound. Yin Tianzheng was the first to recover, suddenly opening his eyes, a sharp glint in them. He raised his right hand, using his palm as a brush, and wrote the character "" (power) in the air. With a slight drop in his shoulders and elbows, he infused the powerful force of Eagle Claw Kung Fu into the stroke. At the end, a twist of his waist and abdomen released a sudden gust of wind from his palm, startling the followers around him who quietly took a half-step back. He stroked his beard and laughed, "Wonderful! Wonderful! The way of calligraphy and martial arts, Master, can actually be integrated with my Eagle Claw Kung Fu! From now on, the martial arts of my Ming Cult will have another path to advancement!" Yang Xiao and Fan Yao also awoke one after the other, exchanging a glance, both seeing deep shock in each other's eyes. Yang Xiao had previously been studying the Great Shift of Heaven and Earth, but always felt a stagnation in the flow of energy. Now, recalling Lin Yu's twisting waist and turning shoulders when writing the cursive character "," he suddenly realized: "So, energy doesn't have to be forced out blindly. Like the 'three twists and turns' of a downward stroke, releasing force before accumulating it, can actually break through all the force!" Fan Yao recalled the dynamic and expressive strokes of Lin Yu writing the character "sword" earlier, especially the final vertical hook, which was full of profound mystery. He murmured, "I've practiced the moves of the Judge's Pen before, but I never thought it could be combined with calligraphy strokes. This move combines the skill of acupoint striking with the power of a weapon—it's simply amazing!" Then Zhang Wuji excitedly ran over, "Master, just now when you wrote 'The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao' from the Tao Te Ching, the brushstrokes of that character 'Tao' made me feel the rhythm of internal energy flow, and I grasped the essence of using pure Yang internal energy to propel the Seven Injury Fist. Some of the stumbling blocks I encountered when practicing the fist before suddenly became clear." "... As for Lin Yu himself, he naturally benefited the most. Although he was originally a master of martial arts, he was not skilled in calligraphy. Unexpectedly, after practicing calligraphy for only a few days, he had grasped the key to the connection between calligraphy and martial arts. Not only did his martial arts improve greatly, but his calligraphy also became extraordinary, making him a master calligrapher overnight. Even more amazing were the four civil officials, including Li Shanchang. They were so engrossed that they unconsciously imitated Lin Yu's finger gestures, drawing lines in the air. Previously, Lin Yu had taught them the basic mental techniques of the Nine Yang Divine Skill. Originally, he only did so out of pity for their weak constitution and fear that the cold weather at the headquarters might harm their health, hoping that they could strengthen their bodies and resist the frost. Unexpectedly, these four were already very learned and had a deep foundation in calligraphy. Today, witnessing this amazing scene of "integrating martial arts into calligraphy," they suddenly had a breakthrough and vaguely grasped the common principle between calligraphy and martial arts. Several years later, these four scholars actually studied what they had learned that day day and night." Furthermore, having mastered the basic techniques of the Nine Yang Divine Skill, each of them possessed formidable martial arts skills. Li Shanchang excelled in regular script calligraphy, his fist techniques were steady and powerful, and ordinary early-stage second-rate masters couldn't even get close to him. Liu Ji preferred running script calligraphy, his claw techniques were agile and graceful, and he was skilled at disarming opponents, earning him a reputation in the martial arts world and the nickname "Master of Disarming." Song Lian specialized in clerical script calligraphy, his palm techniques were heavy and powerful, instantly felling those struck. On one occasion, when martial arts villains attacked, Song Lian, with only a brush and his iron palms, subdued three second-rate masters. This became a legendary tale, earning him the title of "Deadly Scholar" among the outlaws. However, the most formidable among them was Zhu Sheng. Because he already possessed the deepest skill in calligraphy and was willing to work hard, practicing calligraphy daily, cultivating the Nine Yang Divine Skill, and recalling the essence of Lin Yu's calligraphy, he unknowingly broke through to the peak of the second-rate level. The other three were no match for him, only their reputation in the martial arts world remained unknown. Never underestimate the peak of the second-rate realm. The martial world is vast, seemingly teeming with masters, but in reality, only a handful can truly reach the first-rate level. Even Lin Yu, who transmigrated and used Monkey Wine combined with the "Mysterious Heaven Change" mental technique to cultivate a large number of first-rate and even top-tier masters for the Ming Cult and the Beggars' Sect, making the first-rate realm seem much cheaper, still doesn't amount to more than a hundred first-rate masters in the entire martial world. As for second-rate masters, they are already the backbone of major sects. An ordinary sect with one or two early-stage second-rate masters is enough to dominate a region. As for the peak of the second-rate, they are basically capable of founding their own sect. Zhu Sheng, a mere scholar, reached this level solely through martial arts techniques he gleaned from observing calligraphy, supplemented by the introductory mental technique of the Nine Yang Divine Skill. Such comprehension and opportunity are rare even in the entire history of the martial world. Later, those who knew about it came to Zhu Sheng seeking martial arts instruction. Zhu Sheng just smiled and pointed to the brush and ink on the table: "My skills all come from calligraphy." "If you want to practice, you must first write the characters well, and then understand the principle of 'the force penetrates the paper,' and then you will have entered the door." The visitor was a rough, uncultured man who knew nothing of calligraphy and hated writing. Hearing this, he could only leave dejectedly. Meanwhile, having immersed himself in calligraphy practice for days, his brushstrokes flowed like dragons and snakes, the strength of his fingertips and the flow of his mind gradually becoming one. In Lin Yu's heart, his longing for Ye Bin, like faint ink spreading on rice paper, slowly faded with each stroke. He began to ponder the matter of breaking through to the Yuan Tai realm. This realm required condensing essence, energy, spirit, and spiritual power into a chaotic Yuan Tai, a watershed between mortals and immortals. It concerned whether he could successfully condense his Nascent Soul in the future, and he couldn't afford to be careless. Recalling his own experiences, from his soul transmigrating into the Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, to saving the Fire Dragon, capturing Cheng Kun, supporting the Beggars' Sect, taking charge of the Ming Cult, healing Qian Ye, protecting Cui Shan, protecting Yin Li… ​​even throwing himself into the revolution and leading his troops against the Yuan, each and every one of these events was intertwined with countless causes and effects. Like a dense net binding him, it tightened his heart. "I bear too much karma, too deeply entangled with worldly fortune. Although I've overcome my emotional tribulation, I fear the path to enlightenment will still be fraught with obstacles." Just as he was pondering how to proceed more cautiously, Er Xuan suddenly approached. Lin Yu noticed that although Mu Xuan had broken through to the late stage of the Swordsman realm, his aura carried a hint of restlessness, clearly indicating an unstable foundation. A thought struck him, and he suddenly remembered a place…

48. 398 汉 A Heart of Loyalty in Han Blood 汉血丹心 Letters from the Passing Years流年书柬Historical3.2M WordsCompleted Across a thousand years, the Milky Way flows over the mortal world; with ink and brush, a poet's words paint the realm. The world is a furnace, iron hooves shattering dreams as beacon fires blaze; the four seas stretch wide, where weapons of war are laid down and jade and silk exchanged. The one who ushers in an age of prosperity for all time bears but a single heart, loyal and true! 17Reads8.5Score—14d adds
49. 399 我 I’m Not the Blood Demon: Who Touched My Treasure Basin? 我不是血魔之谁动了我的聚宝盆 Moonlight Foot Soldier月光小卒Male-Channel Fanfiction615k WordsCompleted He Yuan, a third-generation disciple of the Jie Sect, fell into demonic tribulation after secretly practicing the Asura Path’s supreme scripture, the Blood God Sutra. With no other choice, he used the secret art “Escape into Nothingness,” passed down by his master, to take his own life. Fortunately, his remnant soul survived, and he was reincarnated... Years later, Lin Yu, a PhD who studied in America, transmigrates into The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber as Gao Zecheng, an inconspicuous disciple 325Reads—Score—14d adds
50. 400 血 The Blood Sword of the Martial World 血剑江湖 Stirring the Years惊起流年Eastern Fantasy238k WordsCompleted No transmigration, no cultivation, just a story of the jianghu! The wind rises in the jianghu and dies away there. Amid the mists and illusions, all that remains is a burning desire to uphold justice! The jianghu is the hot-blooded young man, the courage to fear nothing, and the regrets of things that once appeared but could never be held on to. The Demon Sword has returned, and life and death hang in the balance! Ling Yu, a brilliant and refined young gentleman, and Xiao Lishang, the purehe 60Reads—Score—14d adds

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