Looking for Realistic Marriage Stories, Nothing Too Far-Fetched or Overly Sweet 求现实婚姻题材，不要太虚。也不用太甜

1. 251 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—Score1.1kShelves

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   The first two books should meet your requirements.

2. 252 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—Shelves
3. 253 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—Shelves
4. 254 职 Workplace Romance: The Classic, Part One 职场婚念之经典一 Life in Ballet芭蕾人生Modern Romance244k WordsCompleted Classic Marital Tales of the Workplace is a romance novel with a diverse cast of characters. Centered on Wei Xi and Wei Dong, it follows the marriages of employees from various departments and professions, including schools, hospitals, newspapers, banks, and trading companies. They live happily in the provincial capital, and generation after generation, their families have made great contributions to society... —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   "Workplace Marriage Stories" is the first novel I wrote. Novels are inspired by life, and life is about finding true feelings in the ordinary. Thank you for reading. I will strive to tell every story well.

5. 255 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—Shelves

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   Extremely heartbreaking! Realistic quote

6. 256 反 Villainess Ex-Wife, Don't Die! Come Back and Keep Your Man in Line 反派前妻别死了，回来管好你男人 Qian Zhizi千栀子Modern Romance726k WordsOngoing [Rental Apartment Fiction] [2006, Period-Era Feel] Transmigrated into the country-bumpkin ex-wife of a powerful villain? She looks at him before he's made it big: all he does is drink, gamble, and fight in the streets. The kind of hoodlum who kicks even dogs when he sees them on the road. Li Qingqiao frowns and asks, "Where did you get that bicycle?" Lu Hen holds it, looking proud. "I stole it!" Li Qingqiao asks, "You don't even have money to buy steamed buns?" Lu Hen says, "I lost it all pl 7.5kReads7.2Score327Shelves
7. 257 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 112Reads—Score—Shelves
8. 258 中 What Should I Do After Winning the Lottery? 中彩票后干点啥好呢？ Zheng Xiaoshi郑小十Modern Romance667k WordsOngoing Shasha, in a long-distance relationship, impulsively broke up with her partner after her mother egged her on. Three months later, once she’d calmed down, she started experiencing post-breakup symptoms. By chance, she won the lottery. What will she do now? What happens next? Wait for the next installment to find out. 15kReads8.2Score1.2kShelves
9. 259 没 No Smoke, But Plenty of Flowers 没有烟总有花 Wei Zai未再Modern Romance307k WordsCompleted Yesterday belonged to another star, while today is a voyage through warm currents! Marriage is a struggle fought both inside and outside the walls of a besieged city. Your opponents include not only your mother-in-law, but also your boss and your husband. This is a story about marriage and work through the eyes of people born in the 1980s, and an examination of how they view both. In clear, fluent prose and with a plot grounded in current social issues, the book tells how young people who have s 180Reads9.3Score—Shelves

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   It's a great watch. The conflicts in marriage require mutual understanding and tolerance. The husband's methods for resolving conflicts with his mother and wife, and the wife's resilient character—there are many points I can relate to. It offers a realistic portrayal of married life, and there's a lot to learn from it. Looking at your family members with appreciation will bring you happiness.

10. 260 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 726Reads—Score—Shelves
11. 261 骗 After Tricking My Husband into a Divorce, I Was Fleeced for a Million by a Puppy-Like Boy 骗夫离婚后，我被小奶狗掏空百万 Clear and Shallow, Clear and Shallow清清浅浅清清浅Modern Romance259k WordsOngoing Urban suspense + sham marriage + a gentle trap + younger puppy-like man + a battle of wits Her marriage was cold, her life suffocating. Liang Qiuyue struggled through half her life, asking only for a peaceful existence. Then the gentle, warm-hearted Jiang Zhihao appeared, doting on her, protecting her, and helping her support the family. Believing she had found salvation, she bravely divorced and was reborn. Little did she know... He seemed mild-mannered and harmless, but behind the scenes he 96Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The first book is based on a true story; it's absolutely real!

12. 262 零 Zero-Degree Showdown: Operation Blue Arrow 零度交锋：蓝捷行动 Windless Rainy Night雨夜无风Mystery2.3M WordsOngoing [Mystery and Suspense] [Espionage] [Crime Investigation] [Modern Urban] [Genius] [Strong Female Lead] [National Security] Twenty-three years ago, a separation tore the lives of twin sisters apart. The younger sister was trained by an overseas spy organization to become an elite agent. Sent back to China, she is ordered to assassinate her own sister, take her place, infiltrate Lanjie Communications, and steal the core secret, “Lanjie 9.” Caught between her mission and her organization's orders on 10.5kReads9.1Score1.3kShelves
13. 263 结 Twenty Years of Marriage 结婚20年 April Taoyao四月桃幺Modern Romance493k WordsOngoing The familiar hurts of marriage, the casual disdain, indifference, and manipulation... They have the power to wear away even stone, drop by drop... Watch as three middle-aged couples, Chen Zhu and Fang Wenqing, Hong Chunying and Ji Changhua, and Ren Yan and Yu Bin, fight their way out of their emotional dead ends... 871Reads8.1Score103Shelves

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    This book realistically portrays the different faces of men and women in marriage, without glorifying or criticizing them. You'll find yourself reflected in the details between the lines… A worthwhile read. Recommended!

14. 264 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 244Reads—Score—Shelves
15. 265 新 Writing Tips for Beginners 新人写作技巧 City Lord城主633k WordsOngoing [Chapters in each volume may be updated or revised over time. Readers are welcome to study the material and leave comments or suggestions.] 1. Describing Appearance Use a character’s physical features to convey their personality, status, age, and other traits. Example: He was tall and gaunt, with sunken eyes and tightly pressed lips, giving him a stern, unapproachable air. Her long hair flowed like a waterfall in the breeze, and her eyes shone with confidence. 2. Describing Expressions Reflect 58Reads—Score—Shelves
16. 266 错 Misplaced Love: Goodbye, Never Again 错位爱恋：再见，再也不见 Tomato Seeds番茄籽呀Modern Romance51k WordsOngoing Anxin was a naive, sweet rich girl who married Fu Jun without a wedding or any material security. Her standard of living took a nosedive, and in return she got Fu Jun’s coldness and betrayal. Those promises from the past, all those vows that he’d never marry anyone but her, what did they amount to? Maybe they were just a joke. Fu Jun lived up to his name: he betrayed her. Faced with her husband’s betrayal, Anxin began taking her revenge in earnest! —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A marriage fraught with contradictions

17. 267 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 199Reads—Score—Shelves
18. 268 离 After Our Divorce, My Ex-Wife Wants to See the Kids. I Absolutely Won't Let Her 离婚后前妻想看孩子，我绝对允许 City Lord城主9k WordsCompleted After the Divorce, My Ex-Wife Wants to See the Kids, and I Absolutely Won’t Allow It 374Reads—Score—Shelves
19. 269 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! 144Reads—Score—Shelves
20. 270 恶 The Vicious Mother-in-Law I Humiliated in Public 恶毒婆婆被我在大庭广众之下的辱 City Lord城主9k WordsCompleted I publicly humiliated my wicked mother-in-law 48Reads—Score—Shelves
21. 271 第 The He Family, Book One 《何家》第一部 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The He Family, Part One 74Reads—Score—Shelves
22. 272 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. 24Reads—Score—Shelves
23. 273 我 I'm an Online Beggar Streamer Who Pleads for Tips 我是一名求人打赏的网络乞丐主播 City Lord城主15k WordsCompleted I'm an online beggar streamer who begs viewers for tips 33Reads—Score—Shelves
24. 274 离 After Our Divorce, My Wife Wants to See the Kids. I Won't Let Her 离婚后老婆想看孩子，我不允许 City Lord城主10k WordsCompleted After the Divorce, My Wife Wants to See the Kids, and I Won’t Allow It 249Reads—Score—Shelves
25. 275 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 22Reads—Score—Shelves
26. 276 我 I Work Ten Jobs to Support My Family, Yet My Wife Is a Rich Heiress 我干十份工作养家，老婆竟是千金 City Lord城主Modern Romance10k WordsCompleted I work ten jobs to support my family, but my wife turns out to be a rich heiress 18Reads—Score—Shelves
27. 277 七 The Seven-Year Itch: Betrayal and Redemption 七年之痒：背叛与救赎 River and Mountain Sledgehammer河山铁锤Urban464k WordsCompleted He Qingfeng had been married to his wife, Gu Manting, for seven years. His wife was beautiful and filial, their daughter lively and adorable, and He Qingfeng was successful in his career. They were the model couple in everyone’s eyes. But an unexpected discovery by a friend sent the life He Qingfeng had thought so happy plunging into an endless abyss. 68Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    The ex-wife, though seemingly bad, wasn't a truly evil person, but her foolishness and naivety caused the protagonist more harm than any villain. This ex-wife, driven by the conflict of not being able to support her husband while he was being held in her arms, betrayed him both emotionally and physically under the instigation of the villain. The female lead received no retribution for her betrayal. Only after the affair subsided, amidst the mundane realities of life, did she re-examine her sense of right and wrong, regret questioning her ex-husband, understand the truth of life, and hate her own stupidity. Comparing him to the male lead, she realized he was utterly hopeless, hence her distress. She only regretted her current situation because she was unhappy. If the male lead wasn't inferior to her, or even had some redeeming qualities, she would feel her infidelity wasn't wrong. She would believe that pursuing freedom and romance in love should be praised, her base compassion should be noble, and even her act of offering her body to save all the single men in the world should be celebrated. She would never understand the concepts of boundaries or responsibility. She wouldn't feel ashamed of betraying her marriage; she would remain the same extremely selfish person. The male lead even shielded this scumbag woman from a knife in the end! She's utterly infuriating! Harm is evil, stupidity is evil, and the outcome is what matters most. Meeting such an ignorant, saintly person is truly a misfortune. Furthermore, this bastard was involved in fundraising fraud, theft of tens of millions, instigating fights, and intentional homicide, yet only received a 25-year sentence—it's outrageous! If the male lead hadn't met a second female lead who surpassed his ex-wife in looks, figure, and family background, his life would have been truly dark. Repaying evil with kindness is futile. Qingfeng shouldn't have had any contact with his ex-wife after the divorce. The second female lead could have replaced Gu in providing motherly love to Xuanxuan, leaving Gu to live a lonely life. Who told her to have a promiscuous affair and miscarry? Being childless is her just desserts! The male lead shouldn't have shielded her from the knife; they should have just died together! This is Tomato's most angst-filled novel, the best one. Because of its strong logic and realistic portrayal of human nature, it's easy to empathize with the protagonist. The psychological impact is intense; reading this will require three packs of cigarettes. Also, the name "Dog Thing" is particularly well-chosen; the author is a bit mischievous, isn't he?

28. 278 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 21Reads—Score—Shelves
29. 279 把 The Woman Who Destroyed Her Family 把家毁了的女人 Flying Snow in the Desert大漠飞雪Modern Romance628k WordsCompleted The Woman Who Ruined Her Family, also known as The Reckless Woman Truck Escort. This is the story of Yang Xu, an ordinary woman whose laughably absurd behavior turns her life into a complete mess. She’ll make you laugh, but you’ll also find her infuriating, pitiable, and hard to forgive... The writing is witty and humorous, and the story moves quickly. I hope you enjoy it! 642Reads8.6Score106Shelves
30. 280 老 My Wife Thought I Was Useless, but Regretted Divorcing Me 老婆嫌我没本事，离婚后却反悔了 City Lord城主Modern Romance11k WordsCompleted My wife thought I was useless, but regretted divorcing me 11Reads—Score—Shelves
31. 281 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 35Reads—Score—Shelves
32. 282 予 I Give You the Long Night 予你长夜 Sleepy Island Diary眠岛日记Modern Romance88k WordsOngoing (Marriage first, love later + contract marriage + the powerful one gives in + simmering tension) Married into wealth to repay a debt of gratitude × love after marriage, with him humbly begging for her affection “The one who carefully hides her longing” × “The one who keeps himself in check, yet lets his true feelings slip through” Jiang Huaizhi said it was a contract marriage, with each of them getting what they wanted. Xi Shi signed without hesitation. Three years in exchange for a respectabl 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is a somewhat realistic story about a wealthy family; the female protagonist's family relationships and growth arc are very realistic and touching.

33. 283 离 After the Divorce, My Useless Wife Regretted It 离婚后，无能老婆后悔了 City Lord城主9k WordsCompleted After the divorce, my useless wife regretted it 10Reads—Score—Shelves
34. 284 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. 34Reads—Score—Shelves
35. 285 我 My Ex-Wife Humiliated Me in Front of My Wife, in Public 我被前妻当着老婆的面在大庭广众 City Lord城主Modern Romance10k WordsCompleted My Ex-Wife Humiliated Me in Public in Front of My Wife 523Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 286 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 32Reads—Score—Shelves
37. 287 婆 A Mother-in-Law and Daughter-in-Law's Feud 婆媳仇 Shangguan Xuan'er上官轩儿Modern Romance164k WordsCompleted My mother-in-law is a champion at double standards. When her own daughter sleeps until midmorning, she's "blessed." When I get up ten minutes late, I'm a "lazy daughter-in-law." My husband is the ultimate "dutiful son," and his catchphrase is always, "My mom has it so hard." 5.4kReads—Score243Shelves

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    "You still have the nerve to talk back?" Old Mrs. Zhao jumped off the kang (a heated brick bed), pointing her finger at her nose. "If you can't cook, what kind of man are you going to marry? In the Zhao family, we marry women to live a practical life, not to worship ancestors! If you can't handle the food, get out!"

38. 288 姜 Gingerbread Is a Little Sweet 姜饼有点甜 Zhao ShibaDD赵十八DDModern Romance447k WordsCompleted Original title: A Little Sweet Gingerbread [Northeastern Chinese tough guy ❤ mixed-race sweetheart + straightforward, sweet romance + heartwarming fun] When Jiang Bing was three, his father was sentenced to death for murder. In those days, boys getting into fights was nothing unusual. But Jiang Bing couldn't afford to fight. The moment he threw a punch, some people would call him a little murderer. Luckily, with his grandmother's guidance, he learned to face it all: to ignore the gossip and pay 1.2kReads9.4Score122Shelves

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    That book is more suitable; it roughly recreates the real situations in ordinary life, and it also shows the many initial collisions and negotiations between two emotional novices, watching them gradually become better.

39. 289 别 Don't Rush, I'm Waiting 别急，我在等 Shangguan Xuan'er上官轩儿Modern Romance118k WordsCompleted Whether you are a career woman or a housewife, you must treat yourself like a queen. When you are humiliated or defeated, learn to fight back when all seems lost. When you find yourself in a difficult situation, don't panic. Wait. Wait for your opponent to finish their act. Wait until you have all the evidence. Wait until everyone has taken their side. Then tear down the stage with your own hands. 58Reads—Score—Shelves
40. 290 离 After the Divorce, My Useless Ex-Wife Regretted It 离婚后，无能前妻后悔了 City Lord城主10k WordsCompleted After the divorce, my useless ex-wife regretted it 5Reads—Score—Shelves
41. 291 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. 44Reads—Score—Shelves
42. 292 下 I, His Subordinate, Was [Title Incomplete] in Front of the CEO's Fiancée 下属的我被总裁当着他的未婚妻面 City Lord城主Modern Romance9k WordsCompleted I, a subordinate, was treated by the CEO right in front of his fiancée 4Reads—Score—Shelves
43. 293 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 32Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 294 禾 The Language of He Flowers 禾之花语 33 Xiaoyu33小语Modern Romance312k WordsCompleted A love story about Ye Xihe, a talented and beautiful landscape architect who cares for her older brother, Ye Chen'an, who was born with autism, as they both search for true love... Because of her brother's condition, she was hurt and abandoned. Zheng Jiawei does everything he can to win back the pure love he and Ye Xihe have shared since their school days... Zhou Ye, Ye Xihe's second older brother and someone she considers family, remains devoted to protecting the Ye family... Because of her fam 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    New book! A true story—healing yet rigorous, a hidden yet passionate tale of love amidst the ordinary realities of life. Touching and relatable, recommended for those who appreciate delicate writing, love literature, are passionate about plants, or have a unique family background. Environmental designer Ye Xihe imbues various plants with rich meanings and emotions. Her family and love are inextricably linked to flowers and trees. Her autistic brother significantly impacts her life. She has been hurt and abandoned, but through the cycle of cause and effect, through joy and sorrow, she finds true love.

45. 295 小 No One Has Ascended from This Little World in Ten Thousand Years, So I Came to Investigate 小世界万年无人飞升，我前来查看 City Lord城主13k WordsCompleted No one in this small world has ascended in ten thousand years, so I’ve come to investigate 84Reads—Score—Shelves
46. 296 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 20Reads—Score—Shelves
47. 297 大 My Senior Brother Is Terrifyingly Strong, Yet Far Too Cautious 大师兄强的可怕却过分稳健 City Lord城主7k WordsCompleted The Eldest Senior Brother Is Terrifyingly Strong, Yet Far Too Cautious 40Reads—Score—Shelves
48. 298 挚 My Greatest Love, My Deepest Pain 挚爱，至痛 Nan Zhu楠铢Modern Romance217k WordsCompleted Lin Nan was born into a highly educated family. Beautiful from birth, she was her parents’ cherished darling. Why, then, did she eventually lose her father’s affection? Sent away to board at school in another city, she was lucky enough to meet a kindred spirit. The two soon became inseparable, with nothing they couldn’t talk about. But then, without warning, her good friend suddenly vanished without a trace. Lin Nan grew into an accomplished young woman, graceful and admired by all. Then she was 11Reads6.4Score—Shelves

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    A must-read book—realistic and relatable. The author is intelligent, logical, and possesses sound values. The language is simple and unpretentious, not a contrived romantic comedy. Seemingly ordinary, it contains many profound life lessons, offering deep insights. The plot is intricately woven, with some parts deeply moving—a book that will leave you wanting more.

49. 299 沧 Canglan Immortal Sect 沧澜仙宗 City Lord城主Eastern Fantasy157k WordsOngoing Young cultivator Xiao Cang had grown tired of the restrictions imposed by his sect. He resolutely left his master and swore to establish a cultivation ground that welcomed people regardless of their background or talent, and could coexist with the mortal world. [Feedback is welcome] [Not a traditional cultivation story] [Well-rounded characters] [A wild imagination] [Please stick with it] Alongside his close friends Zhou Heng, Liu Qingzhu, and others, he set off on a journey to find spiritual l 1Reads—Score—Shelves
50. 300 别 Don’t Leave Me in a Hell on Earth Without You 别把我丢在没有你的人间炼狱 Its Leaves Are Lush and Green其叶青青Modern Romance10k WordsCompleted Don't leave me in a living hell without you. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I believe that there will always be a meeting where we like and appreciate each other, where we cross the vast sea of ​​books and rush towards each other with enthusiasm!

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