Highly Recommended: Beautifully Written, Smart, and Absolutely Fantastic 强推的:文笔细腻，不无脑，超棒。

1. 1 灰 The Gray Lotus 灰莲花 Clouds of Rough Noodles Again又见糙面云Modern Romance819k WordsCompleted [A textbook case of realist business warfare + a deeply romantic, top-tier intellectual romance] The world has gone mad. A top-tier rich, handsome young heir is forced to compete with his wealthy wife for a lover... “If she likes me and I like her too, then we’ll each have to prove ourselves.” The male lead is loaded with resources and comes with every advantage, while the female lead has brains and beauty and rises from humble beginnings. A textbook case of realist business warfare, arranged fa 37.7kReads9.4Score4.5k14d adds

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   This is the pinnacle of contemporary romance novels this year. I couldn't get into anything else after reading it. The author's literary foundation is profound, far surpassing that of novice authors. The writing is divine, incredibly delicate. Suitable for seasoned readers with discerning taste; it explores the extreme tension between adult men and women, which children might not understand. It has a grand scope and will give you a brain-teaser. The plot takes off after chapter ten. You'll come back to thank me after you finish reading.

2. 2 中 After Winning a Hundred Million, I Became My Company's Savior 中奖一个亿后，我成了公司救世主 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭Urban424k WordsCompleted [The rating just came out, but it'll slowly improve! No risk in getting on board!] Shen Yanshen casually bought two lottery tickets and won a hundred million. His miserable working life was over for good, and from then on he lived in a mansion and drove a Mercedes. His ex-girlfriend, who had once looked down on him for being poor, came back in tears, begging him to take her back. Shen Yanshen kicked her a hundred meters away. “Get as far away as you can. Can't you see I'm washing my wife's feet? 2.8kReads5.9Score11314d adds

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   My first urban slice-of-life novel, logically sound, and featuring intelligent characters.

3. 3 老 After My Husband Cheated, I Ran the Company into Bankruptcy 老公出轨后，我把公司搞破产了 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭9k WordsCompleted After My Husband Cheated, I Ran the Company into Bankruptcy 5.7kReads—Score—14d adds
4. 4 老 After My Husband Returned from a Business Trip to Chengdu, a Casual Short Video Made Me Go Viral 老公从成都出差回来后，我随手发个短视频爆火了 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭Marriage & Romance14k WordsCompleted After My Husband Returned from a Business Trip to Chengdu, a Short Video I Posted on a Whim Went Viral 12.1kReads—Score7214d adds
5. 5 降 After Taking a Pay Cut and Quietly Giving Up, My Boss Begged Me for Forgiveness All Night 降薪摆烂后，老板连夜跪求我原谅 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭10k WordsCompleted After My Pay Was Cut, I Started Slacking Off. My Boss Begged Me on His Knees to Forgive Him That Very Night —Reads—Score1.1k14d adds
6. 6 闪 After a Whirlwind Wedding, I Became a Rich Woman and Didn't Have to Work Night Shifts 闪婚后我成了富婆，还不用上夜班 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭13k WordsCompleted After a Whirlwind Marriage, I Became a Rich Woman and Didn't Have to Work the Night Shift 10.9kReads—Score7414d adds
7. 7 恶 I'm the One Who'll Deal with the Wicked Neighbor 恶邻自有我来磨 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭7k WordsCompleted Leave It to Me to Deal with the Wicked Neighbor 1Reads—Score—14d adds
8. 8 中 China's Best Boss 中国好老板 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭9k WordsCompleted China's Best Boss 663Reads—Score—14d adds
9. 9 降 After Being Demoted and Quietly Giving Up, My Incompetent Boss Begged Me to Accept a Promotion 降职摆烂后，草包领导跪求我升职 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭8k WordsCompleted After I Was Demoted and Started Slacking Off, My Incompetent Boss Begged Me on His Knees to Promote Me 2.5kReads—Score—14d adds
10. 10 植 My Comatose Husband Woke Up After I Married Him to Bring Him Good Luck 植物人老公被我冲喜冲醒了 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭Marriage & Romance10k WordsCompleted My Vegetative Husband Woke Up After I Married Him for Good Luck 2.3kReads—Score—14d adds
11. 11 不 My Stubborn Mother-in-Law Went to Her Grave 不听劝的婆婆归西了 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭13k WordsCompleted My Stubborn Mother-in-Law Went to Meet Her Maker 1.1kReads—Score—14d adds
12. 12 试 The Trial-Room Maid 试房丫鬟 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭Ancient Romance11k WordsCompleted The House-Testing Maid —Reads—Score—14d adds
13. 13 月 During My Confinement, I Kicked My Mother-in-Law Out 月子里，我赶跑了婆婆 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭8k WordsCompleted I Kicked My Mother-in-Law Out During My Postpartum Month 1.1kReads—Score—14d adds
14. 14 完 The Perfect 50-50 Split 完美AA制 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭13k WordsCompleted The Perfect 50-50 Split 1.2kReads—Score—14d adds
15. 15 闪 After Our Whirlwind Wedding, My Husband and I Slept in Separate Rooms for Six Months 闪婚后，老公和我分房睡了半年 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭Modern Romance11k WordsCompleted After Our Flash Marriage, My Husband and I Slept in Separate Rooms for Half a Year 248Reads—Score—14d adds
16. 16 实 After the Intern Was Thrust into the Role, the Boss Begged Me on His Knees to Take Over 实习生赶鸭子上架后，老板哭着跪求我上位 Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭7k WordsCompleted After the Intern Was Thrown in at the Deep End, the Boss Wept and Begged Me to Take Over 110Reads—Score—14d adds
17. 17 不 Don't Want to Work Overtime? Then Get Out! I Did, So Why Is My Boss Begging Me to Come Back? 不加班就滚？真滚了，老板又跪下来求我干什么？ Making a Living as a Kept Man硬吃软饭10k WordsCompleted “If You Won't Work Overtime, Then Get Lost!” I Really Left, So Why Is the Boss Kneeling and Begging Me to Come Back? 129Reads—Score—14d adds
18. 18 武 Martial Arts School Graduate 武校毕业生 Yu Xiaoyan预小言Urban1.1M WordsOngoing Martial arts school / traditional martial arts / realistic / passionate / brotherhood / jianghu Adapted from real experiences. No fantasy, no System, and no cheats. A true-to-life portrayal of what life at a martial arts school is really like. A boy defies his family's objections to pursue his martial arts dream. Day after day, he trains relentlessly at school, enduring the long, monotonous years of practice alongside his fellow students and brothers. After graduation, he enters the wider world, 742Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Based on true stories and filmed at a top martial arts school in China! Purely documentary, no fantasy, it tells the arduous story of those years at the martial arts school. The training grounds in the sweltering summer heat are scorching; school uniforms are soaked through, clinging tightly to the backs. The young students, oblivious to the discomfort of the heat, relentlessly punch and kick according to commands, their youth mingling with endless sweat under the blazing sun. Take you on a journey through the passionate youth and martial arts path of martial arts students…

19. 19 军 Military Industry Tycoon Transmigrates into a Book Set in the 1980s, Developing Science and Building Missiles for the Nation 军工大佬穿书八零，为国家搞科研造导弹 Four Happiness Sweet Bun四喜小甜饼Modern Romance1.7M WordsOngoing [Family Drama + Major National Projects + High-Tech Military Industry + Military Marriage + Espionage + Political Intrigue] [Straight-Shooting Woman + Strong Yet Tragic Land Combat King = Powerful Leads and Satisfying Everyday Romance] A mix-up by a young ghost while she was eating crispy pork sent military-industry mogul Lin Miao transmigrating into a book, right into the far northeast! Good news: She has a pocket dimension! Bad news: It’s full of secondhand, recycled industrial junk! Even wors 25.4kReads9.0Score3k14d adds

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    I highly recommend this book. The early chapters focus on everyday family life, serving as a transition to the career storyline. The female lead is a strong military and national leader in research and development. The romance is also very sweet. It's a fantastic read!

20. 20 断 The Endless Sky Beyond the Rift 断界长空 Mu Yun, Who Loves Fermented Rice Wine爱吃酒酿的穆云Eastern Fantasy395k WordsCompleted A thousand years ago, the Demon Beast Emperor led an army from the seven tiers of the Demon Realm and breached the first sixty of the seventy-two strongholds. · At the final moment, Lin Changkong burned his own sword soul and used the forbidden art “World Severance” at the Sword Seed stage. · With a single strike, he cleaved Heaven and Earth apart, sealing the Emperor in the Second Heaven. · He became a sword spirit and guarded the seal for a thousand years. 4Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The apocalypse is approaching, and three million demonic beasts are besieging the city. Lin Yuanshan, of mediocre talent, has guarded the city for a thousand years, his only skill being his unwavering resolve. A thousand years ago, his brother sacrificed his life to seal the demonic beast emperor, leaving him a sword and a promise: "If I don't return, it will protect you." Now the emperor is about to awaken, and he has only a group of equally mediocre brothers left—a cowardly alchemist, a noble scion whose golden core has shattered, a demonic cultivator who has lost his sword intent, and a poor scholar whose righteous spirit has been exhausted. There is no divine power bestowed upon them, no defying fate. Only a group of ordinary people, standing on the city walls, facing the black tide. Someone asked, "Are you afraid?" He smiled. "Yes. But what's the use of being afraid?" Behind him, three thousand people simultaneously drew their swords.

21. 21 星 A Star Fell into My Arms 星星掉进我怀里 Du Jiangchi渡江迟Modern Romance212k WordsCompleted [Beautiful Top Student & Ambitious Underachiever] [Cool Beauty × Sunny Puppy] Devoted Love / True Love Never Dies / One and Only * Before meeting Yu Xing, Chen Yu had no idea what it felt like to love someone. After meeting her, no matter how vast and boundless the starry sky, there was room in his heart for only one star: her. “Because I love you so much, I can’t keep my love to myself. I have to say it out loud, make it known to everyone, and let the whole world know that you’re the only star 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I'm looking for a soon-to-be-completed romance novel set in a school. The male lead is a sunny, cheerful, and somewhat adorable guy, but he's incredibly protective of his wife and has eyes only for her—the perfect boyfriend. (Where can I find a guy like that? I want one!)

22. 22 剑 The Sword Wind Shatters the Iron Robe 剑风碎铁衣 Sunset in the Misty Forest雾林斜阳Eastern Fantasy1.6M WordsOngoing Tian Jiu survives a hundred-man blood match like a lone wolf, eventually becoming a deadly weapon in Tiangang, a hidden organization of peerless killers. He kills the master of Wufeng Manor, the third greatest manor in the martial world, sending shock waves through the jianghu... Later, after a fierce battle with a grandmaster of the Emei Sect, he is gravely wounded and surrounded by danger. Tiangang begins to suspect him as well, and a storm of blood and fury becomes impossible to stop... 662Reads6.4Score10414d adds

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    You can watch it! 🙂😂

23. 23 魔 The Hidden Hero with the Demon Blade 魔刀侠隐 Sunset in the Misty Forest雾林斜阳Eastern Fantasy587k WordsCompleted A demonic saber, a treasure map, a century of grudges, and a chaotic martial world… Between the underworld and the righteous path, good people and villains, who can say where the line lies? Abandoned by his birth mother, he enters the martial world alone. Through strange encounters and tribulations, he rises to greatness by his own strength. With saber and sword in hand, cold and merciless, he cuts off love and spirit, then throws his head back and laughs at the heavens! … 1.7kReads8.6Score13314d adds
24. 24 灯 When the Lanterns Fade, the Calamity Ends 灯明劫尽 Rui Xuan睿暄Ancient Romance859k WordsOngoing [Two strong leads, brilliant strategists, devoted only to each other, revenge, dual identities, dual personalities, an alternate world not based on any historical dynasty, plenty of witty flirting] She is the eldest princess, rumored to be cherished by all, yet she witnessed her mother spend her life being manipulated by the man she loved. Gentle and composed on the surface, she excels at reading people and understands human nature. To stir up the court, she will stop at nothing. She will destro 2kReads9.3Score26914d adds

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    This ancient Chinese political intrigue story is written with delicate and mature prose, creating well-rounded characters. Both leads are strong, thoughtful, strategic, and profound, carefully navigating the complexities of the game, manipulating each other's moves, and ultimately achieving victory through counter-attack. The male and female protagonists share a tacit understanding and strategic thinking, mutually redeeming each other without dependence. Their strategies are rooted in human nature, not in good or bad; they understand each other's true selves and love each other's complete souls.

25. 25 鸿 The Hongmeng Realm Descends 鸿蒙降世 Shen Xiaorou沈小柔Two Male Leads181k WordsOngoing When heaven and earth first took shape, the world had a single ruler. The ancient Heavenly Emperor Diyin governed the realm alongside the Sword God, the Three Lords, and the Three Mountain Gods. All was peaceful and orderly, and gradually new races arose, including the Hunyuan, the Earth Bureau, and the Featherfolk. As Diyin grew ever more powerful, the Heavenly Dao feared he would defy the natural order and brought down a heavenly punishment upon him. Diyin severely wounded the Heavenly Dao, bu 10Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A super-exciting Eastern fantasy story of passion and action, featuring teamwork and camaraderie. Breaking away from traditional fantasy settings, it boasts a vast world, a richly developed storyline and characters, and pure love among all the characters. You won't regret investing in it!

26. 26 我 I Save Another World in My Own Novel 我在我的小说里拯救异界 Together Until Our Hair Turns White, Waiting for Flowers to Bloom白首不离待花开Eastern Fantasy1.8M WordsCompleted The author simply wants to write a book, to bring the world and the light in their heart to life! Synopsis: The conflicts and eventual unification of seven worlds governed by independent yet interconnected laws: the worlds of humans, demons, spirits, the underworld, devils, heaven, and the void. A story about growth, bonds, and remaking the rules. (Dear readers, bring your sharp minds! A slow-burn, satisfying read: no brainless antics, no harem, no womanizing protagonist, and plenty of life’s ph 40Reads—Score214d adds

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    A new work by a new author, a slow-burn, exhilarating read! A wonderful world, interesting stories, and indomitable spirits! Not mindless or idiotic! Deep and meaningful! Super exciting, guaranteed to be a great read!

27. 27 笙 The Song of Flute and Sword 笙箫剑鸣 Le Yu Si Shu乐于思黍Eastern Fantasy239k WordsOngoing 42Reads—Score314d adds

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    This is great; it's a fantasy/xianxia (fantasy/martial arts) story with an ensemble cast, but it's not very popular. Highly recommended!

28. 28 我 I Came to the Capital to Break Off the Engagement 我来京城退亲的 Little Ci Xian小辞仙Ancient Romance129k WordsCompleted Pei Xuan returned to his residence after court, and the steward hurried to report, “Miss Jiang from Jiangnan has arrived with her mother. They’re in the reception hall speaking with the Old Madam.” He stepped through the moon gate and saw his mother and grandmother seated in the main seats, their faces displeased. A woman in plain clothes stood in the hall, her back ramrod straight. “Old Madam, Madam,” she said, her clear voice shattering the heavy silence, “I am Jiang Hailan of the Jiang family 8.9kReads8.0Score92014d adds

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    Jiang Hailan brings her mother to Beijing, not to curry favor, but to break off her engagement! You are powerful and wealthy, but I don't care! Cen Baihe encounters Song Chuyu, a story of grudges between two generations, and the fulfillment of this generation's destiny. This collection of novella romance stories is rich in content; whatever you desire—happy endings or separations—it has it all. What will be the final outcome of the love-hate relationship between Ningxia and Li Fangyan, this pair of star-crossed lovers?

29. 29 野 Wild Lilies Bloom in Spring Too 【野百合也有春天】 Little Ci Xian小辞仙Two Female Leads114k WordsCompleted Important note in advance: This is not a story with two female leads! The platform settings are wrong! The male and female leads are devoted to each other, with absolutely no divided loyalties! As Zhou Xiaoyu looked at the profound sorrow in Song Chuyu’s eyes, she realized with absolute clarity that he still hadn’t moved on. That girl, Cen Baihe, had long since taken root in the softest part of his heart like the most tenacious vine, bound to him by blood and impossible to tear away. At that mom 71Reads—Score—14d adds
30. 30 小 Xiaoci Xian's Collection of Novellas About Love 小辞仙中篇爱情小说合集 Little Ci Xian小辞仙Modern Romance454k WordsCompleted I highly recommend the sixth story, "Who Does the Lilac Bloom For?" She said, “The Ding family was wrong to substitute a daughter born of a concubine for the legitimate heir to save face. Your Highness was wrong to accept this marriage under pressure. This mistake began in the capital and must end in Qianzhou. Now that Your Highness has reclaimed your rightful place, this mistake should come to an end as well.” Her gaze was clear and candid, without the slightest trace of resentment, only the lu 161Reads—Score—14d adds
31. 31 夏 Xia Suofangyan 夏锁芳妍 Little Ci Xian小辞仙Ancient Romance155k WordsCompleted His father, the Marquis of Pingnan, has been sentenced to death, his mother, Commandery Princess Haiyan, is under house arrest, and he has been banished to a remote land. Does their marriage contract still stand? She breaks off their engagement when he falls on hard times. Is she kicking him while he's down, or does she have her reasons? To escape the royal marriage bestowed upon her by fate, she accompanies a princess to a distant land as a bride. Amid boundless snowy plains, Eagle Sorrow Ravin 9Reads—Score—14d adds
32. 32 烟EN Misty Rain Tower 烟雨楼 A Night of Misty Rain一夕烟雨Eastern Fantasy9.5M WordsOngoing [The print edition is now available nationwide at all major retailers] "Traditional xuanhuan" "No harem" In the land of Jiuzhou stands a tower called the Misty Rain Tower. Its master, Li Qingzhi, is hailed as a peerless prodigy, holding life and death in his hands beneath the cover of night. Yet what the world doesn’t know is that someone else stands behind the Misty Rain Tower, its true founder. Using the guise of a spoiled young master as cover, he manipulates the winds and clouds and plots ac 868.8kReads9.6Score66.1k14d adds

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    At the beginning, the protagonist's family seems like an ordinary merchant household, and the protagonist himself even has extremely poor aptitude. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that the power she has been quietly building behind the scenes is constantly expanding and gradually revealing itself. The rules of this power structure are all set by the protagonist, who is in charge of finance, intelligence, strategy, and martial arts... Everyone has a double to prevent any gaps in their power. Furthermore, the protagonist uses her second brother's brilliance to conceal her true strength, allowing her to grow. But when everyone discovers that the protagonist can defeat the Four Heavenly Beauties, who will be heartbroken? When the protagonist stops hiding her abilities, who will replace her? (The beginning isn't very exciting, but the later parts are incredibly good. Highly recommended.)

33. 33 我 I'm Zhao Jia. Let Me Tell You About the Ancient Tombs I've Raided 我叫赵甲，讲讲我盗过的古墓 Zhao Jia赵甲Mystery1.2M WordsCompleted My name is Zhao Jia, an obscure black-market trader in Shancheng. My master, Liu Banchi, spent his whole life hunting with eagles, only to have one peck out his eye in the end. He died at the hands of his own people. Since then, I've been afraid. Not of ghosts, but of people. I washed my hands of the trade, hoping to live in peace, but trouble came looking for me. A map with a sinister secret, a wealthy man with connections everywhere, and a deadly game I can't escape. To stay alive and uncover 25.5kReads8.6Score3.1k14d adds

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    I highly recommend a great tomb raiding novel. The author is incredibly knowledgeable, the tomb raiding process is very hardcore, and the historical references are worth researching and discussing. The monsters and strange beasts, as well as the conflicts between some foreign tomb raiding sects, are especially addictive. Highly recommended!

34. 34 金 Jinling, Where the Evening Sky Grows Clear 金陵重晚晴 Still Remembering Sky-Blue Porcelain犹忆天青瓷Ancient Romance307k WordsCompleted Shen Zhiyan, heir to the Duke of Dingguo, is as bright and clear as the moon, and as gentle as jade. He has always been the finest man in the world in the eyes of his niece, Wen Yin. From the age of eight, Wen Yin lived with Shen Zhiyan in her maternal grandfather’s home, the Duke of Dingguo’s residence. The two grew deeply attached, spending their days together, but after she came of age, she no longer wanted to call him Uncle. Her feelings were secret but sincere, yet their love was painful an 64Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A vivid and engaging ensemble piece, depicting four couples of spirited young lovers, each with their own sweet moments, a delightful and captivating story!

35. 35 那EN Lord Jiang is the Demon! 那妖魔是姜大人！ Eight-Tentacled Monster八爪触手怪Eastern Fantasy2.5M WordsOngoing (Rating just released) [Gender Swap] [Single] [Slaying Demons] [Feel-Good Fiction] Using the blood of demons as ink, and the Hundred Demons Manual as a canvas. I can sketch their forms and seize their supernatural abilities. 389.6kReads9.3Score28.8k14d adds

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    This book is pretty good; it's increasingly addictive.

36. 36 满 The Lasting Red: How to Make a Living 满江红之何以立身 Zhi Chun栀纯Female-Channel Fanfiction333k WordsCompleted Both leads are virgins! Happy ending! Marriage before love! No weak woman paired with a strong man: the man must be A, and the woman must be A too! You are Qing Wei, an assassin raised in Qin Hui's household from childhood. You and your sisters fought your way through a hundred candidates to survive, and after coming of age, you were chosen as Qin Hui's adopted daughter. Qin Hui trained you in both letters and arms so that one day you could marry his trusted aides and help keep them under surve 36Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The writing is delicate, and the male and female protagonists are both intelligent and emotionally intelligent. It's a fanfiction based on the film *Man Jiang Hong*, written by He Li. It features a poignant and unspoken love story, as well as themes of national righteousness. Originally, both the male and female protagonists were Qin Hui's retainers, but they ultimately turn against him, gradually escaping the Prime Minister's mansion and ultimately bringing down Qin Hui. An excerpt: The moonlight was intoxicating; you, overwhelmed by the weight of longing, swung your dagger, trying to cut through the ever-tilting silver-gray light. You swung left and right, but in no time you were breathless with exhaustion, yet still enveloped by the moonlight, drowning in memories, unable to breathe.

37. 37 一 All I Want in Life Is Half a Heart’s Contentment 一生只求半称心 Hedge Shadow篱影Modern Romance582k WordsCompleted The comic adaptation is coming soon! [Traditional] [No gimmicks] [Not a power fantasy] [No cheat abilities] In the 1970s, Li Laoman had no sons, so he wanted to find a live-in son-in-law for his third daughter, Li Fan. Li Fan refused and stole her second sister Li Ting's fiance instead! Now Li Ting had not only lost her man, but also had to take on the responsibility of finding a live-in son-in-law for her younger sister. With Li Laoman pressuring her, she had no choice but to take Zhong Wensong 9.5kReads8.9Score79914d adds

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    This period novel is written with delicate prose and is not mindless.

38. 38 重 Reborn Movie Emperor: My Archenemy Has Loved Me for Ten Years 重生影帝：死对头竟爱我十年 Chen Zhou Du Wo陈舟渡我Two Male Leads407k WordsOngoing The rating will rise once it’s released [Two male leads + reborn + entertainment industry + equally matched leads + devoted to each other + loyal dog + 1v1] [Cold and glamorous reborn award-winning actor, bottom × Obsessive, unhinged top-tier star, top] Three years after his death, he is reborn in the body of a minor actor. But he discovers that his nemesis of ten years has him pinned against a wall, eyes red: “The mole on your left shoulder... Why is it exactly the same as his?” Ke Yuanxu, a 272Reads8.2Score—14d adds

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    This is a good book, it has two male leads, and the plot is engaging. I recommend it! 😳😳😳

39. 39 爱 Love You, Old Me! 爱你老己！ The Fiery East冒火的东方Modern Romance2.0M WordsCompleted Only those who know how to love themselves can benefit others. Three women make a show, but what about twelve? Every person has their own unique cracks and their own light. In Love Yourself, Old Me!, we see how this community of women supports one another and grows together, and how each finds healing and direction while running a bookstore, a spring teahouse, and a coffee shop. Love Yourself, Old Me! is a slow-burn masterpiece that lingers in the mind, a rich, multi-protagonist drama, and a swe 25Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The writing is exquisite! It's intelligent!

40. 40 魏 The Fall of Wei and Jin: The Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove 魏晋裂变：竹林七贤 The Fiery East冒火的东方Historical585k WordsCompleted Don't worry about the rating, it'll go up! Please don't skip chapters. Read straight through; the best part is still to come! He isn't on the run. He is the most legendary map in existence. Ji Kang forged a sword to seal a soul, hiding within him a complete map of the dragon veins. Every step he takes sets the earth splitting and mountains collapsing. Sima Zhao offers a bounty of ten thousand gold, northern horsemen thunder across the river, and the great families of Jiangdong lay a net that cov 1Reads—Score—14d adds
41. 41 麻 Spicy Rhymes: The Revival of Chinese Rap 麻辣韵脚：中文说唱复兴录 The Fiery East冒火的东方Modern Romance425k WordsCompleted Spicy Rhymes tells the story of Si Qin, a girl from Chongqing, as she rises to fame. Starting out as a cashier at a hotpot restaurant, she taps out rhymes in her local dialect on a calculator and sets the internet ablaze with her song “Underground Fire.” Faced with a threefold crisis of a corporate crackdown, academic skepticism, and vocal-cord damage, she turns the tide with Sichuan opera backing vocals and breaks into the mainstream through intangible cultural heritage, taking Chinese rap to t 1Reads—Score—14d adds
42. 42 鹤 Crane Shadows and Rouge Across the Mountains and Rivers 鹤影胭脂立山河 The Fiery East冒火的东方7k WordsCompleted Crane Shadows and Rouge Stand Amid Mountains and Rivers —Reads—Score—14d adds
43. 43 奇 The Mist of Qilai Mountain: Seven Days Rewritten 奇莱山迷雾：被改写的七日 The Fiery East冒火的东方Mystery7k WordsCompleted The Mist of Qilai Mountain: The Seven Days That Were Rewritten —Reads—Score—14d adds
44. 44 华 Song of Hua Xu: Moon Over Jiangnan 华胥引：江南月 Yinweizi隐微子Historical181k WordsCompleted Huaxu is a dream. The world is full of beauty, love and hate entwined, and the lovesick and lovelorn are admired by all. Yet none can withstand the passing years, and flowers bloom only briefly. I often revisit the dream of the Red Chamber, admiring Cao Xueqin’s brilliance and regretting that he could not finish his work. Now I wish to imitate his approach and write a book as a warning to those who come after, hence this introduction. As for the words “Jiangnan,” I chose them because it is the h 75Reads—Score—14d adds

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    If you don't like it, feel free to criticize me, but don't criticize the author. This book should be protected; just read it, it's excellent. The author's writing is incredibly delicate, and I feel it has substance. Not only is it a single female lead, but it also has sound values. The poems in it are likely original works by the author. The technique reminds me of the intricate foreshadowing and grand plot of *Dream of the Red Chamber*. For example, a character mentioned earlier might suddenly reappear in a dozen or so chapters later. Also, some character names seem to have homophones to me, etc. I don't know if you'll like it, but I'll still recommend it.

45. 45 爱 Love Is Just One Word: CEO, Please Let Go 爱就一个字：总裁请放手 Milk Juice Vegetable Western Golden Dragon奶汁菜西金龙Modern Romance524k WordsCompleted [Quite angsty: the male lead, female lead, and supporting characters all suffer. Readers who love feel-good stories or are sensitive to emotional distress, beware.] Shen Yunzheng first met Lin Yixin at a gathering with friends. Watching her walk toward him, he finally understood what love at first sight meant. Just as she passed by, he was about to call out and ask for her contact information, but his younger sister, Shen Yunchu, called to him. Sitting beside her was a handsome, refined man name 2.6kReads5.8Score—14d adds

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    It's a pretty good book, a story of clever seduction and forced possession. The male lead is obsessive and deeply in love, the female lead is innocent and pitiful, and there's also a pitiful second male lead and a crazy second female lead. The four of them have a messy relationship, but fortunately, the ending is not bad.

46. 46 山 The Mountain Girl Is Like a Princess 山里妹子像公主 Works by Li Chunxiao李春晓作品Ancient Romance153k WordsCompleted [Main Characters] Wang Xiumei, Sister-in-Law Pang, Eunuch Chen, Yang the Strongman, Liu Xiu, Yin Lihua, Liu Boji, the Old Lady of Mount Tai (also known as Granny Mount Tai), Wang Mang, Fan Chong, Strongman’s Father, Xiumei’s Mother, Liu the Carpenter, Mei the Stonemason, Li the Stonemason, Prefect Guo, Clerk Zhang, Xiao the Fairy, Chang Longface, Yuan Roundface, Godmother Gan, Eunuch Zhao, Eunuch Qian, Eunuch Sun, the Peony Hermit. [Synopsis] Before and after Emperor Guangwu of Han, Liu Xiu, asc —Reads—Score—14d adds
47. 47 三 The Three Kingdoms: The Yellow Turban Revolution 三国，黄巾革命 Rebar Falls in Love with Concrete钢筋爱上混凝土Historical273k WordsOngoing “Who else wants to be emperor?” This is the change brought by a single red heart. From then on, “rebellion is justified, revolution is no crime.” “Heaven is dead, the Yellow Heaven shall rise.” This is the defiant cry of millions of starving people fighting for a chance to live. “I am Zhang Jiao, a humble Daoist. Han, prepare to die!” This is a declaration of war from the religious leader of a chaotic age. Rebellion became the only way to survive; Revolution was a thunderclap exploding in the de 307Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This book is really good, just open it and you'll see.

48. 48 规 Mastering the Rules 规则掌握 I Am Fahai of Jinshan Temple贫僧金山寺法海Urban601k WordsOngoing [Cultivation Novel, No Cliches, No Transmigration, No Harem, No System, Ensemble Cast, Genius Protagonist, Everyone Is Smart, Everyday Life, Maoshan Magic, Scientific Cultivation, Ghost-Hunting, A Tribute to the Classics] Ghosts are neither mysterious nor eerie. They are simply another form of human existence. They can be good or bad, and they have feelings of joy and sorrow, love and hate... What does it mean to be a true Taoist priest? Should you really capture every ghost you see? This is an 11Reads—Score214d adds

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    A group portrait, ghost hunting in Maoshan, a cultivation novel, featuring both literary and martial arts skills, and a touch of everyday life. Recommended chapters are 2, 3, 29, 37-40, 55, 62, 66, 78, 87, 90-95, and 105-107, which are mostly dialogue-heavy. You can take a look first. Thank you for your support.

49. 49 陟 The Bright Moon over Zhishan: A Few Tales of Me and My Godfather, Wang Anshi 陟山明月：我与干爹王安石二三事 Strings of the Xiaoxiang Pavilion潇湘馆的琴弦Ancient Romance255k WordsOngoing [Transmigrate as the Female Lead ➕ Second Marriage ➕ Play the Pig to Eat the Tiger ➕ Beat the Scumbag Senseless ➕ The Twelve Beauties of Jiangning] Historical records say that Wang Anshi took his second daughter-in-law as his adopted daughter and married her off to Prince Qi, Zhao Hao?! Little do they know that she transmigrated to the Northern Song dynasty, going from a kitchen maid in the inner courtyard all the way to becoming a princess consort! The moonlight shines on more than the rear cou 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    You can tell how much effort was put into it just by looking at the chapter titles 😂

50. 50 一 A Female Feng Shui Master's Work Diary 一个女风水师的工作日志 Tai Zirui泰子瑞1.0M WordsCompleted The author met a feng shui master and exchanged contact information with her. After seeing her work journal, the author found some of its contents worth reading. They also carry on traditional culture, so the author is sharing them here with her permission. 435Reads8.2Score—14d adds

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    Book recommendations that I'm currently reading and following repeatedly – the writing is exquisite, and the values are incredibly positive! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

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