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1. 201 我 My Years in the Funeral Business 我干白事儿这些年 Jin Shiliu金十六Urban5.4M WordsCompleted After his master died, Lin Ran inherited his craft, took over the funeral business, and promised his master he would not leave this small town for three years. Keeping his promise, Lin Ran had to face the world without his master's protection. He saw all the strange sides of human nature that he had never witnessed before! Lin Ran remembered his master's words: “People look down on those of us in this line of work. Compared with ordinary people, we're also missing something. They call it being ‘ 72kReads9.2Score7.8k14d adds
2. 202 我 My Years in the Wedding Business 我干婚庆这些年 Jin Shiliu金十六Urban2.2M WordsCompleted [Life's Big Events + Wedding Industry + Northeastern Comedy + Everyday Family Life + Rich Older Women + Older Sisters] Jin Ge is a male makeup artist and photographer. After personally reporting his biological father and sending him to prison, he returned to his hometown to protect his mother from his father's enemies. He took over the family wedding business, and because of his professional makeup skills, many couples hired him to handle their weddings. The work also gave him a chance to see wh 7.9kReads8.8Score87314d adds
3. 203 待 When I Claim These Lands, I'll Win Your Heart 待我拱手河山讨你欢 Whispering Words Around Your Heart乱语绕君心Ancient Romance485k WordsCompleted At the age when he should be carefree, bold, and living for the moment, Chu Longfei has no choice but to follow in his father’s footsteps and shoulder the burden of leading the martial world. He devotes himself wholeheartedly to the welfare of the martial world, only to be persecuted, with even his closest and dearest family members caught in the crossfire. Luckily, his 54Reads—Score—14d adds

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   The author's note includes illustrations. It's not mindless!! You'll want to stay up all night to finish it; the later chapters are even more exciting and immersive! It's not formulaic, there's no bad ending, and it's worth rereading multiple times. The immersion is very strong, with the final chapters being particularly dramatic. It's newly completed, so no need to wait... It gets better and better as you read on. There are no clichéd plot points like a villainous female supporting character or someone taking the fall for you.

4. 204 公 The Princess Refuses to Be Everyone's Darling 公主拒绝当团宠 Once a Thought Is Born一念既出Ancient Romance406k WordsCompleted Word has it that the Demon Lord not only saved a mortal girl, but also took her into the Demon Palace, honored her as a princess of the demon race, and doted on her! But Shi Xi doesn't want to live under the Demon Lord's protection. Determined to become a true demon, she leaves the palace and sets off in search of a Heavenly Spirit Body. The demon general Mo Lan stays by her side through life and death, but gradually discovers... a rival in love is lurking up ahead! Mo Lan: “If you can't do wha 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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   The series unfolds in episodic format, with each episode containing its own heart-wrenching moments 😢 Main couple: A seemingly cunning but actually cold and aloof female lead vs. A pure and loyal male lead who is actually insecure and prone to emotional turmoil. Male lead's inner monologue: Do you even have me in your heart? Side couples: A cold and aloof immortal lord vs. A domineering demon lord; a cold and aloof flower demon vs. A gentle exorcist disciple; a proud and lively uke vs. A kind and considerate seme...

5. 205 我 With Brush and Ink, I Compose Poetry 我以笔墨卷诗临 A Zan Kuna阿赞坤娜Historical724k WordsOngoing Poetry as a bridge, tracing the aesthetics and history of Chinese tradition In The Poetic Realm Revisited: Aesthetic Variations Along the River of Chinese Tradition, poetry serves as a vessel for unlocking the many facets of China's cultural legacy. Distinctive aesthetics sketch the stories of each age, allowing historical change to settle into vivid cultural memories between the lines. The poems break free from linear storytelling, giving each dynasty its own unique aesthetic foundation: the pr 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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   4. Chapter 16, "The Order of China's Mountains and Rivers," is a 21-line, seven-character ancient-style poem. Its core message is "Protect our China, strengthen our rivers and mountains, protect our people," forging a powerful will to defend the nation and a fierce, valiant spirit. The poem uses imagery of mountains and rivers such as the Kunlun Mountains, the Great Wall, and the Yellow River to depict a military landscape of "armored soldiers in frost, weapons gleaming," expressing both the resolute determination to "punish even the most distant enemies" and the tender sentiment of "only for the peace of the people." The poem flows seamlessly, combining strength and gentleness, achieving a sublimation of patriotism through its powerful rhythm, showcasing the pride and responsibility of the Chinese people in defending their country.

6. 206 柠 The Lemon Rule 柠檬守则 Qiao Luochuan乔洛川Modern Romance227k WordsOngoing [Vibrant, wealthy young lady VS devoted, loyal puppy-like man] School life + older woman/younger man romance + healing + childhood friends + reunion + mutual pining becomes love An Suisui was an ordinary first-year student at Suiwan High School. She thought the high school life ahead of her would be uneventful and ordinary, but then she ran into Sheng Chaojin, her "little childhood friend," whom she hadn't seen in years. To everyone else, he seemed like a gentle, kind, untouchable campus heartth 182Reads—Score—14d adds

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   I just unearthed a gem of a campus romance novel with amazing writing!! A loyal dog versus a rich and beautiful girl—I'm totally shipping them! (On a side note, the second male lead is one of those rare, subtly brooding guys, and I absolutely love him!) It feels like the author actually went to high school; the high school scenes are so realistic, capturing not only the innocent feelings of youth but also the anxieties of school life. I love it! Those who like this kind of story should definitely check it out♪( ´▽`)

7. 207 第 The Boy Who First Made My Heart Flutter 第一次心动的男孩 Gu Yuewei古月薇40k WordsCompleted The Boy I First Fell For 16Reads—Score—14d adds

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   The author based this novel on her own life, written from her real diary. The female protagonist lived in a family that favored sons over daughters. During junior high school, she suffered from severe depression due to unwarranted beatings and even abuse from her mother. However, limited by her social status, she couldn't escape the control of her family, struggling for half her life in a quagmire of suffering. Set in the 1990s, her shyness, lack of courage, and the constraints of her family caused her to miss out on a deeply unforgettable first love. It was initially sweet, but later turned heartbreaking, a love that couldn't be reciprocated. They fell in love at the wrong time—when they were both in school—and at the right time, they couldn't express their feelings. In an era without cell phones, communication was impossible, and they eventually lost contact, leaving a lingering sense of unease.

8. 208 门 A Cherry Tree by the Door 门前有棵樱桃树 Ever-Hating Pigeon长恨鸽Modern Romance125k WordsCompleted “Is this what you were really like?” What I was really like? “Maybe.” I hope that in this magical world, we can all find our original selves again. Treasure the people who treat you well. 27Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Give it a try! If you like it, please give it a thumbs up, thanks! 🙏

9. 209 墓 Reborn in the Graveyard, I Go on a Rampage with the “Am I Dead?” System 墓地重生，我靠死了吗系统杀疯了 Wan Hua琬华Mystery892k WordsOngoing [Reborn in a graveyard + Death System + mystery and crime-solving + powerful heroine seeking revenge] [Nonstop thrills + a badass heroine + lots of twists + crushing scumbags every step of the way] ⊗ Orphan Qin Mo is kidnapped and thrown into a mass grave. After crawling out of a coffin, she unexpectedly binds herself to the [Are You Dead Yet] System. ⊗ Fail six missions in a row, and the System will erase you! ⊗ Watch Qin Mo plan each move carefully, turn the tables against all odds, and make h 1.2kReads9.2Score10214d adds

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   Buried in a cemetery, she unexpectedly finds herself reborn, her life constantly bound by a harsh system. Human trafficking, wealthy family conspiracies, and illicit deals are all exposed. The female protagonist enters the game alone, using her intelligence to prevail, decisively overcoming all obstacles.

10. 210 程 Cheng Mo Speaks Up 程默不再沉默 Ping Yi平义14k WordsCompleted Cheng Mo Breaks His Silence 4Reads—Score—14d adds
11. 211 情 Deep in Love, Yet Unaware 情深且不知 Fusu扶苏Ancient Romance21k WordsCompleted [Tragic Romance] He was the man who killed my father, and I hated him with all my heart. In the end, I discovered I had hated the wrong person. The daughter of a bandit chief happened to save a scholar, and from then on, she gave him her heart. But her wedding night became the night her family was slaughtered. Her beloved, once the person closest to her, had become her father's killer! He was an emperor, cold and indifferent. He unexpectedly fell in love with her, yet could only push her further 67Reads7.8Score514d adds

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    Read this book! Every knife is a treasure in your heart. 💔💔💔

12. 212 京 The Tide Between Beijing and Hong Kong 京港澜渡 A Book Worth a Fortune一本千万利Modern Romance631k WordsOngoing [The rating just opened, slowly climbing] [Hong Kong old-money style vs. Beijing political circles] [Intrigue and covert battles among the wealthy] [High-IQ business and romance] [Slow burn, not a fast-paced power fantasy; feel free to skip chapters] Four pairs of hunters, four hunts. The rain pours over Hong Kong. Come enjoy a TVB-style romance, business-war, and suspense drama! Sweet nothings go beyond “Stay a little longer” and “I adore you” to include “I’m crazy about you.” Duplicity is the 8.5kReads8.9Score77514d adds

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    Look up and look in the direction of the lights, and you won't get lost.

13. 213 弃 The Tearless Orphan 弃儿无泪 Mu Feng Wuchen沐枫无尘Modern Romance154k WordsCompleted Abandoned by her family at birth, she was passed from place to place before being adopted by her current parents. Her adoptive mother, determined to support the household, always tries to control her life. Her future is in danger of being ruined, she has no say in whom she marries, and even after starting a family, she will still be under their control. Though she is only a little girl and has already reached the lowest point in her life, she possesses a powerful soul. See how she uses her unyie 50Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Take a look at these two books.

14. 214 弃 The Tearless Orphan II 弃儿无泪二 Mu Feng Wuchen, Branch Office沐枫无尘分号Modern Romance237k WordsCompleted From the day she was born, she was abandoned by her family. After many twists and turns, she was finally taken in with compassion by her current adoptive parents. But life still had no smiles for her. For the sake of the family’s livelihood, her adoptive mother often tried to set her life on a predetermined path. Trapped by layer upon layer of restrictions, her future seemed shrouded in gloom. She had no say in her marriage, and even after starting a family and building a career, she could not e 20Reads—Score—14d adds
15. 215 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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    I really cried a lot later on.

16. 216 万 Tracing the Origins of All Things 万物溯源 Mo Dong陌东Eastern Fantasy164k WordsOngoing This is a fantasy world where history has been severed and its legacy lost. The glory of ancient civilizations has faded into legend. Modern cultivators can only feel their way forward with incomplete techniques. Lin Yuan is an orphan and the lowliest mine slave in the frontier mines of Blackstone Town. Since birth, he has known only cold rock and endless darkness. His world consists of backbreaking labor and scraping by for enough to eat. Then, during a life-or-death crisis, he unexpectedly 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Unlock the Origin Tracing System and stir up a storm in the fantasy continent.

17. 217 三 Three-Line Cycle: Reversing Course Westward 三线轮回：逆骨西行 Wolf's-Tail Fern狼尾蕨Mystery175k WordsCompleted A mysterious letter drags me into a deadly game spanning centuries! In the modern-day snowfields, I face evil spirits. Amid the flames of war in the Republic of China era, I save our ancestors. In the hidden palace chambers of the Ming dynasty, I uncover the secrets of the Jianwen Emperor... Piao Zhixuan and I battle across time, unlock the bronze mirror’s seal, and fight an evil spirit a thousand years old. Family destiny, duty to our country, and bonds forged through life and death knot togeth 137Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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    Unravel the mysteries of the snowy plateau! A powerful ensemble cast of two male leads, a thrilling adventure! Plot twists and turns! A thrilling and unpredictable story! A three-dimensional time-travel tale filled with patriotism and the turbulent Ming Dynasty – absolutely captivating! (Slightly angsty)

18. 218 小 The Little Devil's Diary of a School Break 小魔王的休学日记 Heart Facing the Sun v心若向阳vUrban106k WordsCompleted Surviving the end of the world brought on by her parents' endless nagging: after enduring countless tribulations, Yixuan returns with a diary! Hey, everyone! The second book in the five-part Little Devil series, A Diary of Taking Time Off School, is coming soon! After taking time off school, Yixuan picks up a new skill: secretly recording everyday life in a diary! When nobody else understands him, his diary becomes his confidant, listening to him vent, keeping him company when he's sad, sharin 85Reads—Score—14d adds

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    So many knives—knives from one's family of origin, knives from growing up, knives from learning.

19. 219 小 The Little Demon King's Leave-of-Absence Adventure 小魔王的休学之旅 Heart Facing the Sun v心若向阳vUrban100k WordsCompleted Ever since he dropped out of school, no one has been able to understand Yixuan. So he begins searching for redemption. Along the way, he meets all kinds of people, and at different stages, his thoughts and feelings change. Where will life take him? (This book explores the inner world of children who leave school from the perspectives of family education and psychology, telling the story from a child's point of view.) 38Reads—Score—14d adds
20. 220 绘 Painting the Stardust of the World 绘世星尘 Flying Down Jacket会飞的羽绒服Sci-Fi & Apocalypse450k WordsCompleted The universe is a prison, and fate is a lock. Beneath the calm of the Twin-Mind Planet, judgment has long been hidden in the cycle of reincarnation: older than civilization, more secret than breathing. “Deep are the mysteries of the star prison; the delusive crystal conceals the truth. Let the heart turn toward the hidden depths, and when illusion breaks, the Way remains.” The voice from beyond that lit the mind of Qingping Star Sovereign did more than that. It was the first beam of light to pi 22Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This is not bad 👍

21. 221 1 1938: Purification 1938，净化 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了Urban1.6M WordsOngoing This is a book about killing Japanese invaders. I hope you enjoy it! The hatred of a nation and the vendettas of families must be passed down from generation to generation! Never forget, not even for a single day. Remember this! In the not-too-distant future, our wish is sure to come true! Let us encourage one another! 3.7kReads—Score31214d adds

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    Check out this really good book!

22. 222 R R Virus, How Compatible Are You? R病毒，你的契合度高不高 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了24k WordsCompleted R Virus: How Compatible Are You? 161Reads—Score—14d adds
23. 223 借 After Reincarnating in a Corpse, the Whole World Finally Finds Peace 借尸还魂后，整个世界都清净了 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了28k WordsCompleted After Coming Back to Life in Another Body, the Whole World Finally Got Some Peace 143Reads—Score—14d adds
24. 224 末 The Apocalypse Is Crazy Too 末世也疯狂 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了8k WordsCompleted Going Crazy in the Apocalypse 98Reads—Score—14d adds
25. 225 远 Steer Clear of High-Paying Job Offers 远离高薪诱惑 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了8k WordsCompleted Beware the Lure of a High Salary 37Reads—Score—14d adds
26. 226 灵 A Soul's Bloody Path 灵魂血路 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了9k WordsCompleted Blood Trail of the Soul 133Reads—Score—14d adds
27. 227 致 Fatal Illusion 致命幻觉 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了10k WordsCompleted Deadly Hallucination 100Reads—Score—14d adds
28. 228 索 The Orchid That Steals Lives 索命幽兰 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了16k WordsCompleted The Life-Reaping Orchid 83Reads—Score—14d adds
29. 229 你 Have You and Her Done It Three Times Yet? 你和她达到三次了吗 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了12k WordsCompleted Have you and her done it three times yet? 514Reads—Score614d adds
30. 230 喝 Drink. Brag. Die. 喝酒.吹牛.死 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了10k WordsCompleted Drink. Brag. Die. 208Reads—Score—14d adds
31. 231 一 A Stunning Debut 一鸣惊人 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了14k WordsCompleted A Stunning Success 131Reads—Score—14d adds
32. 232 舔 You Don’t Understand the Art of Being a Simp 舔狗的境界你不懂 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了Marriage & Romance11k WordsCompleted You have no idea what it means to be a devoted simp. 117Reads—Score—14d adds
33. 233 他 His, Hers, and the Thin Paper Between Them 他.她.窗户纸 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了6k WordsCompleted He. She. The Thin Veil Between Them. 116Reads—Score—14d adds
34. 234 欺 Deception and Catching Them in the Act 欺骗.捉奸 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了7k WordsCompleted Deception. Catching Them in the Act 17Reads—Score—14d adds
35. 235 投 Poisoning 投毒 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了6k WordsCompleted Poisoning 145Reads—Score—14d adds
36. 236 问 Conquering the Realm, Part One: The Jizhou Tripod 问鼎天下第一部之冀州鼎 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了75k WordsCompleted Conquering the World, Part One: The Jizhou Tripod 382Reads—Score314d adds
37. 237 遇 After Meeting Qi Tongwei, Things Took One Wild Turn After Another 遇到祁同伟后，那真是跌宕起伏啊 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了46k WordsCompleted After meeting Qi Tongwei, things took one wild turn after another. 198Reads—Score214d adds
38. 238 以 I Thought I Was the Protagonist, but Turns Out I’m Just an Extra 以为是主角，谁知是个打酱油的 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了72k WordsCompleted Thought I was the protagonist, but it turns out I'm just a bit player 156Reads—Score—14d adds
39. 239 四 Siheyuan: Silly Zhu, We’ll Get Revenge for You 四合院：傻柱，这仇咱替你报了 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了92k WordsCompleted Siheyuan: Silly Zhu, we'll help you get your revenge 981Reads—Score714d adds
40. 240 四 Siheyuan: Our Damai Won’t Take This Lying Down 四合院：咱大茂绝不憋屈 The Little Chick Is Here小鸡来了87k WordsCompleted Siheyuan: Our Da Mao refuses to be pushed around 243Reads—Score214d adds
41. 241 于 Seeking a Lonely City in This Sea of Stars 于此星海寻孤城 Nian Xiling年夕令Sci-Fi & Apocalypse1.3M WordsCompleted As psionic technology reaches its full development and humanity enters the Star Era, can the Federal Community of Humanity, whose voice is controlled by the great families, truly be called a utopia? How will a technological civilization that has abandoned the “gods” face the “gods”? And where should the wandering twins Xing Hai and Gu Cheng, who have left the Federation behind, go to find their promised land? 84Reads—Score614d adds

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42. 242 小 The Reborn Little Fox Fairy’s Tale 小狐仙的重生物语 Nian Xiling年夕令Sports1.3M WordsCompleted On the first day after being reborn, Luo Xiao suddenly finds himself with a “younger sister.” His longtime best friend, whom he has secretly loved for years, is ultimately no match for the fairy who appeared out of nowhere. Beneath their growing affection lies a five-thousand-year search, and a sage's obsession will ultimately transcend time and space. 51Reads—Score114d adds
43. 243 狂 Gale-Force Apocalypse: I Can Do Whatever I Want at an Elite Girls' School 狂风末世：我在贵族女校为所欲为 Belial the Poop King拉屎大王贝利亚Sci-Fi & Apocalypse528k WordsCompleted The apocalypse arrives, the old gods awaken, and the Aether Gale descends. The raging winds sweeping across the world will gradually strip away everything from those on land. The taller the building, the greater the danger it represents. At St. Mary’s Academy for Noble Girls, the once-proud darlings of heaven will now toss away their dignity for half a biscuit. Trapped here by accident, Zhang Xiaofan faces a group of noble young ladies so hungry they’ve lost their reason. Just as he despairs... 4.9kReads5.5Score55014d adds

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    Highly recommended!

44. 244 日 Sun and Moon in Discord: Transmigrating into The Outcast 日月同错：从一人之下开始穿越 I'm Little Zhang我是小小张Anime Fanfiction773k WordsCompleted [The Outcast] + [Sun and Moon in the Wrong Place] + [Transmigration] + [Comedy] + [Invincible] + [Wild Imagination] + [Horror] One day, the True Blood of Ten Thousand Evils descended upon the world of the supernaturals. Any supernatural who obtained it would become an undead corpse after death, surviving by devouring the life force of the living. The protagonist, Meng Ning, was an ordinary young man from Earth who loved watching Chinese anime. After an accident, he awakened his innate divine abi 4.1kReads8.0Score31114d adds
45. 245 火 Naruto: The Dark Political Mastermind! 火影之暗黑政治家！ Belial the Poop King拉屎大王贝利亚Anime Fanfiction213k WordsCompleted Schemer Shimura Danzō, age 61. Today was yet another day of her fighting bravely for the Land of Fire and slaying her enemies. When she returned home and was interviewed, Shimura Danzō exhaled a thick ring of smoke and then said: “Why, you ask? Why would someone like me, who holds such a high position of power, keep risking my life to fight bravely on the front lines?” “Because I want to awaken the masculinity within me. That’s all…” “What, you ask why I want to awaken the masculinity within me? 20Reads—Score—14d adds
46. 246 全 Global: After I Left the Team, the School Belle Accused Me of Harassing Her! 全民：离队后，校花告我侮辱她！ Belial the Poop King拉屎大王贝利亚Urban317k WordsCompleted 21Reads—Score414d adds
47. 247 动 Mending Bones, Restoring Love 动骨恢情 Chu Linmu楚林木Modern Romance1.5M WordsOngoing [Face-slapping + scumbag takedown + a little angst with sweetness + humor + souls swapped between a man and a woman + down-to-earth and relatable + ordinary people with great wisdom + wealthy families + workplace business battles + youthful, sweet romance. Impossible to put down!] The years pass peacefully. Everyone has a first love in their heart, but not everyone can have a Jiang Miao Jie in theirs! In her previous life, Lin Muzi was robbed of her destined match, missed out on her dream guy, f 132Reads9.4Score—14d adds

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    Not a single wasted word

48. 248 破 After Daybreak 破晓过后 Happy Land Land Land Land Land乐土土土土土Eastern Fantasy406k WordsOngoing I walk across the land. Passing through this world, where roads stretch far and horses hurry by. I hold all things in the world lightly. After hello comes goodbye, and after goodbye comes silence. Life is vast as the sea, with mountains rising one after another. 28Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I wrote this myself, so I'd appreciate any suggestions. Thanks!

49. 249 雾 Misty Rain over Chang'an 雾雨长安 Xiu Ping修平Historical840k WordsOngoing Mist and rain soak Chang'an; each step is a stumble. His blue robe is still warm, yet his whole body feels cold. This book follows An Ziyan, a scholar returning from the academy, through war, worldly turmoil, and setbacks as he engages with the world and then withdraws from it, coming to understand his heart and see his true nature. 43Reads—Score214d adds
50. 250 心 A Heart's Illness Is Hard to Cure (You Yu) 心病难医（幽钰） South Hidden Lake南隐湖6k WordsCompleted A Heart's Ailment Is Hard to Heal (You Yu) —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The author promoted her work and remarked that the readers had excellent taste.

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