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1. 51 重 Reborn to Save My Gloomy Boyfriend, Only to Be Forced into Love 重生救赎阴郁男友，反被强制爱 One Bored Rich Lady无聊富婆一枚Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted “Spoiled, selfish heiress VS brooding, devoted campus heartthrob” “Mutual devotion + sweet and bittersweet angst + past and present lives” Only after Shen Xingchen died did she learn the truth: The brooding man she had feared and guarded against her whole life was the only person in the world who loved her with all his heart. He cleared every obstacle for her and gave her everything. Then, right in front of her, he leapt from the stage at a press conference. * Shen Xingchen opened her eyes and 3.9kReads6.5Score21514d adds

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   "Don't waste your energy, I won't forgive you." He slammed the door shut with a cold face, then turned and began rummaging through the things she had given him. The male lead utters the harshest words, yet secretly he collects even the candy wrappers—keep being stubborn!

2. 52 蝉 After the Cicadas Sing Comes the Plum Rain 蝉鸣过后是梅雨 Little Mouse Maomao阿鼠毛毛Modern Romance152k WordsCompleted [Ensemble Cast at School | Slow-Burn Bittersweet Romance | Fated Bond | Gentle Girl, Troubled Boy | Realistic | Happy Ending] On the first day of school, Xia Shanshan's red-lacquered bicycle was stolen. She crouched beneath a camphor tree and cried. On the third floor, someone folded her orange candy wrapper in half, then in half again. Later, she met Fu Siyun. The boy leaned against the wall, looking carefree as he teased her softly: “Are you afraid of me, senior?” She ran from him for three y 3.5kReads9.3Score37514d adds

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   This book is really good!

3. 53 疯 A Wildly Growing Clarity 疯长的清醒 One Bored Rich Lady无聊富婆一枚Modern Romance502k WordsCompleted A genuinely unhinged gang heiress VS a proud, fallen young master Love and hate + two obsessive madmen + both are virgins + angst + tragic romance + mutual torment * On a rainy evening, dirty water streamed through the old alley. He approached her recklessly, his voice gentle. “Are you… all right? Do you need help?” Yan Zhuo’s lips curled into a cold smile. Hah, he thinks he can save just anyone. The next second, she recognized his face: the man from the dark-web livestream, who beguiled viewers 2.5kReads8.0Score15414d adds

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   I saw someone say this is like the Painkiller band, it's both painful and sweet.

4. 54 冬 Winter Fishing 冬渔 Ninefold Mystery九寻迷Modern Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [The currents of youth × one devoted love|He loves the moon’s sacred brilliance, but he loves her imperfections even more] Jiang Yu and Pei Yanhui have known each other since childhood, though they spent years apart in different countries. In those years, she struggled through the darkness, sinking deep into a swamp of malice; he grew up beneath clear skies, openhearted and bright. She locked her past away in ice, believing distance could hide her wounds forever. Until he returned home and disc 475Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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   This book needs no further explanation; you'll understand once you read it. Pei Yanhuai is exceptional to a certain degree.

5. 55 他 He Is in the South of the Clouds 他在云之南 Jing Xing景行Modern Romance209k WordsCompleted When they first met, he was shrouded in shadow, reeking of blood and violence. He asked her, “Who are you? Where are you from? What are you doing here?” It was a long time before she thought of the true answer: “I'm Shen Xun. I came from the far north to the south of the clouds, to meet the love of my life.” He was her Morpheus, giving her a poppy-like dream of love, bewitching and intoxicating. He captured her soul, clouded her mind, and made her addicted. Like a pawn crossing a river, she went 24.1kReads9.7Score4.6k14d adds

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   A powerful aftertaste | "He's in the South of the Clouds" - who understands this kind of tragic fate? 😭 You'll truly be touched to the bone by the tenderness and regret in this book!! In Yunnan, the wind blows, and the mountains and seas hold longing. Shen Xun and Cheng Li's encounter was a destined, mutual journey from the very beginning, destined for an unfulfilled ending. A sincere female reporter heading to the border × a narcotics police officer hidden in the shadows. She is passionate and open, traversing mountains and rivers just to reach his world; he is reserved and restrained, bearing the weight of countless families' lives, yet dares not promise romantic love. They fall in love in the most desolate Yunnan, their love quiet, burning, and cautious. Clearly, they love each other deeply, yet their mission and responsibilities cannot overcome them. He can protect the peace of the country, but he cannot protect the girl he loves most. The most brilliant part of the book is the ending. There are no heart-wrenching tragic scenes, only a very subtle touch, leaving a lingering, breathtaking aftertaste. The wind still blows across the mountains and fields of Yunnan, bringing peace and tranquility to the world. But Shen Xun's Cheng Li remains forever in that land south of the clouds. Some loves begin amidst mountains and seas, remain faithful to faith, and end in destiny. The mountains and rivers are safe, but I will remember you for the rest of my life. 🌫️

6. 56 和 After My Husband and I Swapped Bodies, He Went Crazy 和老公互换身体后，老公要疯了 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Modern Romance137k WordsCompleted Modern romance + premium novel + body swap + funny everyday life Five years after registering their marriage, Shen Jing received not an anniversary gift from Lin Yu, but divorce papers. For the sake of his pregnant secretary, her husband wanted to leave her with nothing. On their way to the Civil Affairs Bureau, they got into a car accident and swapped souls. Looking at Lin Yu’s handsome face in the mirror, Shen Jing smiled. “You want a divorce? Let’s see if ‘you’ agree!” Wearing her husband’s s 777Reads—Score—14d adds

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7. 57 结 After Ten Years of Marriage, I Refuse to Be Invisible at Home Anymore 结婚十年，我不再做家里的透明人 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance7k WordsCompleted After Ten Years of Marriage, I Refuse to Be Invisible at Home Anymore 542Reads—Score—14d adds
8. 58 我 My Online Boyfriend Is Getting Married 我的网恋男友要结婚了 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance9k WordsCompleted My Online Boyfriend Is Getting Married 188Reads—Score—14d adds
9. 59 禁 Forbidden Love, Buried Before My Daughter's Wedding 禁忌之恋，葬在女儿婚礼前 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance12k WordsCompleted Forbidden Love, Buried Before My Daughter's Wedding 503Reads—Score—14d adds
10. 60 年 The Love Lives of Young Men and Women 年轻男女的那点事 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance8k WordsCompleted The Things Young Men and Women Get Up To 731Reads—Score—14d adds
11. 61 年 Those Loves of Our Youth 年轻时的那些情 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance12k WordsCompleted Those Feelings from Our Youth 365Reads—Score—14d adds
12. 62 中 Middle-Aged and Still at Sea, I Was Forced to Become a Web Novel Superstar 中年不惑，我被迫成为网文大神 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Urban166k WordsCompleted Real Life + Urban Fantasy Chen Wang was turning forty this year. Today was his birthday, and as it happened, he had also been laid off. Back home, he threw himself onto the sofa and pulled out his phone. He opened a novel-reading app. It had been his habit for over ten years. He read everything: wuxia, fantasy, urban fiction, historical novels. When the workshop got too noisy, he'd spend his lunch break crouched outside reading. When he couldn't sleep at night, he'd turn off the sound and read i 24Reads—Score—14d adds
13. 63 软 A Sweet Embrace 软糖入怀 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Modern Romance84k WordsCompleted Ruan Ruan + Lu Zeyan Modern romance + mature leads + city life + workplace romance To thank Lu Zeyan, Ruan Ruan invited him to dinner. After having a little to drink, she worked up the courage to ask what he liked about her. Lu Zeyan leaned close to her ear and whispered, “I like how pure you are, how soft you are. I've liked you since the first time I saw you.” —Reads—Score—14d adds
14. 64 老 After My Husband Died, I Became Their Prey 老公死后，我成了他们的猎物目标 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山15k WordsCompleted After My Husband Died, I Became Their Prey 182Reads—Score—14d adds
15. 65 东 Working in Dongguan: Sharing a Rental with Fellow Hometown Folks 东莞打工记之老乡合租篇 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山12k WordsCompleted Working in Dongguan: Sharing an Apartment with Fellow Hometown Folks 79Reads—Score1014d adds
16. 66 离 After the Divorce, I'll Live My Life Well 离婚后，我好好过日子 Chen Mengla陈梦拉Marriage & Romance12k WordsCompleted After the divorce, I'm living my life well 121Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I miss you so much, my husband.

17. 67 高 Powerful Families: In the End, We Weren’t Destined to Be Together Those Years 高干：总之，那几年我们没有缘分 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Power Couple: Anyway, We Weren't Meant to Be in Those Years 118Reads—Score—14d adds
18. 68 陷 Trapped in the Abyss of Depression, My Husband Saved My Life 陷在抑郁深渊，老公救我一命 Chen Mengla陈梦拉10k WordsCompleted Trapped in the depths of depression, my husband saved my life 740Reads—Score—14d adds
19. 69 那 Those Years! Losing My Mind! Chasing Her Through Hell! A Childhood That Went Wrong 那些年！精神失常！追妻火葬场！小时候过不好的经历 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Those Years! Mental Breakdown! The Wife-Chasing Road to Ruin! A Troubled Childhood 297Reads—Score—14d adds
20. 70 追 Chasing Her Through Hell: A Marriage That Spoiled Its Sweetheart 追夫火葬场:养成系婚姻“宠坏了” Chen Mengla陈梦拉Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted The Wife-Chasing Road to Ruin: A “Spoiled” Grooming-Style Marriage 234Reads—Score—14d adds
21. 71 恶 Diary of a Villainess in the Making: Obsessive! Niche! Powerful Family! Childhood Sweethearts! 恶女养成日记:病娇！小众！高干！青梅竹马！ Chen Mengla陈梦拉Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted Diary of a Villainess in the Making: Obsessive Love! Niche! Powerful Family! Childhood Friends! 163Reads—Score—14d adds
22. 72 第 The He Family, Book One 《何家》第一部 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The He Family, Part One 77Reads—Score—14d adds
23. 73 小 Married Life of a Little Lamb and a Big Bad Wolf 小绵羊与大灰狼的婚后生活 Chen Mengla陈梦拉Modern Romance58k WordsCompleted A sheepish woman with only a middle school education, and a big bad wolf with a high school education. They have a three-year-old son and two elderly parents at home. A story of everyday life, told in a simple, warm style, about married life. 30Reads—Score—14d adds
24. 74 追 Chasing Her Through Hell: A Portrait of a Married Woman's Growth 追妻火葬场:已婚女性的成长图鉴 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The Wife-Chasing Road to Ruin: A Portrait of a Married Woman’s Growth 28Reads—Score—14d adds
25. 75 关 A Collection of Stories About A Nuo 关于阿诺的故事合集 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted A Collection of Stories About A Nuo 19Reads—Score—14d adds
26. 76 高 Powerful Family: A Letter to My First-Love Senior 高干:写给初恋学长的信 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Powerful Family: A Letter to My First Love, Senior 41Reads—Score—14d adds
27. 77 从 From School Uniforms to Wedding Gowns: Mr. Gu, Stop Fighting 从校服到婚纱:顾总，别打了。 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted From School Uniforms to Wedding Dress: President Gu, Stop Hitting Me. 32Reads—Score—14d adds
28. 78 出 Rental-Apartment Romance: Sweet! Devoted! After Making It Big, I Spoil My Wife 出租屋文学:甜宠!双洁!创业成功之后我特别疼老婆 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Rental Apartment Romance: Sweet and Fluffy! Both Pure! After Building a Successful Business, I Spoil My Wife Rotten 37Reads—Score—14d adds
29. 79 顾 After Gu Xingyao's Miscarriage and Suicide, Mr. He Regretted Everything 顾星遥流产自杀后，何总后悔了。 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted After Gu Xingyao miscarried and took her own life, President He regretted everything. 53Reads—Score—14d adds
30. 80 追 Chasing Her Through Hell: The Campus Heartthrob Pursues His Wife Through Tears 追妻火葬场，校草边哭唧唧边追老婆 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The Ex-Wife Chase from Hell: The Campus Heartthrob Chases His Wife While Sobbing 19Reads—Score—14d adds
31. 81 破 Mending a Broken Relationship: After Cheating and Lying to His Wife, Young Mr. Jiang Wept and Begged on His Knees 破镜重圆:出轨欺骗老婆后，小江总哭着下跪 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Rekindled Love: After Cheating on and Deceiving His Wife, Young President Jiang Wept and Fell to His Knees 34Reads—Score—14d adds
32. 82 狂 Madly in Love with Her 狂恋她 I Arrived, But Spring Was Gone CC偏我来时不逢春CCModern Romance300k WordsCompleted This is a heartwarming story. After a car accident takes their parents’ lives, fate binds the two of them tightly together with its red thread... [A resilient, long-suffering little white flower vs. a carefree, roguish street punk, happy ending] 567Reads—Score11414d adds

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    A bittersweet piece!

33. 83 老 Don't Be Afraid, Honey. I Have a Redemption System to Help Me Win You Back 老婆别怕，我有赎罪系统换我追你 One Bored Rich Lady无聊富婆一枚Modern Romance203k WordsCompleted “Runaway Heiress x Possessive New Money Peacock” “Mind Reading + Both Reborn + Wife-Chasing System” * In her previous life, Song Yi was an untouchable heiress who treated Jiang Lin like a plaything. She took him by force, abandoned him, then left the country without a second thought. Later, when the Song family went bankrupt, he was the only person who could save her. He trapped her in a five-year marriage, holding her captive. Everyone said Jiang Lin was a distant, untouchable flower: cold, ele 3.1kReads—Score12614d adds

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    In their past life, their misunderstanding led to a bitter, passionate love affair. In this life, he corners his wife and forces her to kiss him. But his wife overhears his inner thoughts: "My wife smells so good! I want to cuddle!" 🧡💔

34. 84 全 The Whole School Spurned Me? I Turned the Tables Against the Crown Prince 全校唾弃？踩着太子爷逆风翻盘 Yao Chenmin姚琛敏Modern Romance164k WordsCompleted [Beautiful but Tragic] + [Carefully Calculated Moves] + [Revenge] + [Only Ever Loved Each Other] + [Plot Twists] Steady, domineering, power-hungry heir to the throne × Cunning, sensitive, frail woman pretending to be an innocent white lotus The white lotus everyone despises quietly writes down several plans for revenge but still needs one final pawn The capital’s most powerful young heir despises his family’s sordid drama. His grandfather gives him a chance to investigate his mother’s death in —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This looks very similar to a rural setting, which is quite appealing.

35. 85 一 At First Sight, You’re My Forever 一眼认定，余生皆是你 Long Yu LY龙羽LYModern Romance263k WordsOngoing [Cool, aloof, fragile ice beauty × impossibly handsome street tough] She struggles in the abyss, beautiful yet broken, cold as ice. He risks his life in the boxing ring, devastatingly handsome, carefree and uninhibited. On the first day of high school, Xu Muxin collapsed into Lin Yitian's arms after feeling unwell. One glance was all it took for him to fall completely. He drew close to her without a care, like a raging blaze crashing into her frozen world. Xu Muxin's heart had long been froze 5Reads—Score—14d adds

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    "Do you believe it? There really is someone in this world who will burst into your frozen world like fire." Xu Muxin didn't believe it. Her family of origin had crushed her into ice; she had turned herself into an isolated island—cold, broken, and unapproachable. Until that boy who risked his life in the boxing ring, he awkwardly handed her a warm lunchbox, his blood-stained fist hidden behind his back. Lin Yitian didn't understand gentleness. His gentleness was using his wounded hands to shield her from all malice, using his burning life to warm a chilled heart. She said not to come near her, but he insisted. She said she wasn't worth it, but he showed her his life. "They all say I'm a gangster, but this gangster will only protect you in this lifetime." This is a story about "pulling light out of the abyss." Broken, she met him, passionate, and from then on, the dark night had fire, and thorns blossomed. 🌙 Suitable for quiet reading before bed; after reading, your heart will ache, but also feel warm.

36. 86 迹 Let the Past Be the Past 迹往不咎 Bu Erzhi不二之Modern Romance185k WordsCompleted The well-behaved left-behind girl Teng Jinqing VS the orphaned bad boy Cheng Ji Blurb 1: Teng Jinqing always remembered what a boy told her when she was ten: “The only way out is through studying.” Later, she really did make it out. Far, far away. Across the ocean, all the way to a PhD. But she never forgot the road back. Because at the end of that road, someone was waiting for her. An ordinary man who went from genius to delinquent, from delinquent to prisoner, and from prisoner to cripple. H 196Reads—Score3014d adds

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    Two childhood sweethearts, each with their own struggles, went to prison and went to the other's home across the ocean so that the other could survive. Separated for nine years, they were reunited, and thankfully, it ended happily. The writing is superb; this is my top redemption novel of the year.

37. 87 罪 Dancing with Shadows of Sin 罪影共舞 Cute-Faced Little Feifei萌面小菲菲Mystery268k WordsCompleted A gripping mystery, razor-sharp battles of wits, complex humanity, and a fatal attraction that walks the line between good and evil. The relationship between Lu Yin and Qin Mo is the true heart of the story. They are not simply opposing police and criminals, but two souls, torn apart by the same disaster and driven toward opposite extremes. One turns his pain inward and becomes an “anchor,” while the other turns his pain outward and becomes a “blade.” This setup is both tragically beautiful and —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Memory is the epitaph of the soul, forgetting is the breeding ground for violence. From the trial of the "sculptor" in Wutong Lane to the ethical collapse of the ZK laboratory, from the trauma of seven children to the emergence of the eighth mystery, this war over memory has never ceased. Lu Yin, Qin Mo, Lin Xi, and others use their glimmer of light to fight against systemic forgetting, revealing how power distorts history, and how individuals should safeguard the truth. When memory becomes a weapon and truth becomes a bargaining chip, only by choosing to "remember" can the integrity of humanity be defended. This book is not only a suspenseful crime novel, but also a contemporary allegory about courage, redemption, and choice. Beneath the high walls built of lies, everyone who refuses to forget is a spark in the darkness.

38. 88 在 White Moonlight Amid the Sound of the Tides 在潮声里的白月光 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance14k WordsCompleted The White Moonlight in the Sound of the Tide 930Reads—Score—14d adds

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    These are excellent short stories, well-written, and not melodramatic. The first one made me cry! [Crying][crying][crying] I'll eat my hat if I don't cry after reading it; my heart aches so much.

39. 89 妈 A Mama's Boy Husband and a Controlling Mother-in-Law 妈宝男的丈夫，控制欲强的婆婆 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山9k WordsCompleted A Mama's Boy Husband and a Controlling Mother-in-Law 11Reads—Score—14d adds
40. 90 繁 Flowers in Full Bloom, Four Seasons Like a Song 繁花似锦四季如歌 Simple and Unadorned简淡Ancient Romance362k WordsCompleted The heroine Mu Guo'er is skilled in mysterious arts but knows little of the world. The hero Ye Yunyi is mired in the muck, yet retains an innocent heart. In the Great Zhao dynasty, ever since the founding emperor Ba Di established the realm, Nanjiang, Mobei, and Dongli have all eagerly sworn allegiance, uniting the Nine Provinces. Only Youzhou, naturally protected by the Junji Mountains, has kept its distance from the world while guarding the greatest wealth in the Nine Provinces. But after thre 33Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It's super good. The setting is unique and not the kind of mindless, light novel. It has a good overall structure, and the author's writing is excellent.

41. 91 我 I, Gu Xiaochi, Am Boy-Crazy, But I’m No Fool 我，顾小痴，是花痴，但不是白痴 Hidden Wanderer in the Mortal World人间隐客Urban217k WordsCompleted I, Gu Xiaochi, was mocked by the whole village as a useless flower enthusiast. After my grandmother passed away, my fiancée broke off our engagement in public, and the Wang family trampled all over my dignity, convinced I’d never get back on my feet. No one knew that I was infatuated with appearances, but clear-headed at heart. On the very day the breakup was finalized, two strokes of luck fell into my lap: The old family home was slated for demolition, with compensation starting at a million. —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A business-themed novel. Both men and women are strong and ambitious in their careers.

42. 92 藏 Snow Reflected in the Hidden Abyss 藏渊映雪 Drunken Delight醉欢儿Ancient Romance9k WordsCompleted Hidden Abyss Reflecting Snow 19Reads—Score—14d adds

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    [Admiration][Admiration][Admiration]

43. 93 星 Stars Fall on the Wilderness, Dreams First Find Sleep 星坠野，梦初眠 Drunken Delight醉欢儿Modern Romance169k WordsCompleted Mutually exclusive devoted love & sweet romance & love at first sight Mercenary big shot VS heiress from an influential family Ji Ye has fought his way through a hail of bullets. Gunpowder should have hardened his heart long ago. But when he kicks open the door of an abandoned factory and sees the kidnapped Xu Xingmian, her lashes trembling like a startled butterfly beneath the black blindfold, something changes. When she opens her eyes, their clear gaze meets his, like a blunt knife slowly carv 5Reads—Score—14d adds
44. 94 折 The Moon-Folding Journey 折月行 Drunken Delight醉欢儿Ancient Romance217k WordsCompleted Shen Yuexi, a descendant of the previous dynasty and an heir to the art of mechanical devices, sneaks into the Western Regions in search of her family’s keepsake, only to accidentally cross paths with Mo Jue, the Western Regions’ powerful governor, whose beauty is peerless and whose heart is ruthless. She intends to leave as soon as her business is done, but by a twist of fate, she “kidnaps” him back to Dongchen. From then on, one races ahead in pursuit of the mystery of her origins and the path 15Reads—Score—14d adds
45. 95 晞 Light on Jade, Shadow on Inkstone 晞光砚影 Drunken Delight醉欢儿Modern Romance206k WordsCompleted Ming Yan, the crown prince of Yangon, versus Ji Xi, the heiress to Southeast Asia’s “Dark Night” Codenamed “Shadow,” she is the daughter of Ji Ye, legendary leader of “Dark Night,” and the “Light of Dawn” she forged herself. Ji Xi: Look me in the eyes and say, “I love you.” Ming Yan: “I... love you.” Ji Xi: “See? You can’t even fool yourself.” “It’s as if we fell in love at different times.” “You once loved me so passionately.” Ji Xi’s voice caught in her throat. “Before I had the chance to resp 1Reads—Score—14d adds
46. 96 惊 Jing Yu Xun Jin 惊予浔槿 The Rabbit's Corner兔子的角落Modern Romance1.1M WordsOngoing [Marriage first, love later | Older man | Sweet romance | 1v1, both leads are each other's only partner | Slow burn] [The rating just came out, but it'll go up later] In Beijing's elite circles, everyone said the eldest daughter of the Luo family was cold and indifferent. Luo Jin thought so too, and figured she was perfectly suited to being a pawn in a marriage alliance. So when the “smiling King of Hell” proposed to her in front of everyone at a banquet, she asked only six words: “When are we r 11.8kReads8.4Score1.1k14d adds

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    You must see YYDS

47. 97 谁 Who Says I Don't Like You? 谁说我讨厌你啦？ Like a Scene, Like Brocade似景似锦Modern Romance110k WordsOngoing "I like him more than anyone, and I hate him more than anyone." -[Sweet and angsty, high school romance, healing, two top students Content warning: The female lead has suicidal tendencies, depression, and anxiety] At first, they couldn't stand each other. Until her deliberate efforts to keep her distance started getting under his skin, so he deliberately kept making his presence felt around her. Through his efforts, he succeeded in falling for her. And she became unable to live without him. But 32Reads—Score10914d adds

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    It looks like it, but it doesn't. [Facepalm]

48. 98 偏 Obsessively in Love with Her 偏执恋她 Dai Nuan戴暖Modern Romance408k WordsOngoing [Roguishly Handsome, Possessive, Obsessive Tycoon × Sweet, Soft, Flirtatious Beauty] She runs, he chases; she can't escape even if she grows wings! [Sweet, Satisfying Healing Romance + Take-What-You-Want Love + Long-Laid Plans + Imprisonment + Tortured Love + Cunning Schemes + Insecurity and Darkness + Secret Crush + Love That Grows Over Time + Reunion After Years Apart + Ex's Redemption Arc + Dual Personalities + Devoted Husband + Healing + Mutual Devotion + Taking Down the Homewrecker + Rekind 214Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This book is insanely good!! From high school to university to the city, it's sweet and angsty. The male lead is carefree and irresponsible at first, but later undergoes a tumultuous journey to win her back. The female lead is innocent and naive at first, but later becomes a cold and arrogant beauty. The male lead only acts crazy towards the female lead. There are so many details, especially the delicate portrayal and intense emotional turmoil between the two. [Sending hearts]

49. 99 雪 Xue Wutong 雪梧桐 Xun Bai荀柏710k WordsCompleted [Republican-era ensemble cast + love of country + two powerful leads + older man/younger woman + sweet romance + pursuit of love + powerful man bows his head + heartbreaking angst + bad ending] In the Republican era, Nanjing was home to two renowned romantics. I do not believe in Buddha, but I would kneel at every temple in Nanjing if only Heaven would give me back my wife. Zhou Qingshi, courtesy name Changyu, was the eldest son and eldest grandson of the Zhou family, and ninth in birth order. 400Reads8.6Score—14d adds

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    Mutual affection, mutual support, mutual success, and mutual torment.

50. 100 拿 You Treat My Mother-in-Law Like She’s Nothing? I’ll Make You Get Lost 拿丈母娘不当妈，我让他滚蛋 Mulan Says木兰说Modern Romance231k WordsCompleted He called her "mother-in-law" at every turn, and she thought he treated her mother so well. She never imagined that in private he called her mother a country bumpkin and ordered her around. If Ye Ya had come home any later from work, she would have missed the sight of her mother kneeling before that scumbag. He dared treat his mother-in-law like she wasn't family? Then he could get lost. Ye Ya took her mother away in the middle of the night, but they were in a car accident, and her mother died. 43Reads—Score—14d adds

    Reader note

    This one is better.

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