Stories About a Second-Generation Official With the Smarts to Climb the Political Ladder 主角是官二代，走仕途的要有脑子的

1. 251 截 I Snatched Sha Ruijin, So Call Me Secretary Qi 截胡沙瑞金，请叫我祁职务 Ji Heng季衡Male-Channel Fanfiction159k WordsOngoing After waking from a deep sleep, Qi Tongwei finds himself back in the graduation season of 1992! With everything stacked against him from the start, what path should he take? In this life, Qi Tongwei heads to another province and snatches away Sha Ruijin's chance at promotion. Step by step, he rises from Linjiang to the very top! Li Dakang, Sha Ruijin, Zhao Lichun. Every one of them will be defeated by him! Many years later, Qi Tongwei returns to Handong with the might of a king... 11.1kReads—Score706Shelves
2. 252 青 The Road to Prosperity 青云得路 Piggy the Painter画画的小猪Urban476k WordsCompleted [Traditional Political Intrigue, No System, No Rebirth, No Harem, Adapted from Real Events, Logic-Driven] Li Feibing leaves the special forces and enters politics. After two years of patiently biding his time, he finally gets the chance to take charge of Jinzhou. But his vision and ideals face secret obstruction from Lao Tang. The clash between two generations' values becomes entangled in the power games of tycoons such as Dongxing Company, forming an apparently intractable deadlock. With help f 28Reads—Score—Shelves

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   The children of high-ranking officials, raised in military compounds, honed their skills in the military, and began their careers as mayors after leaving the military.

3. 253 我 I, Qi Tongwei, Said Goodbye to My Mentor's Wife from the Start 我，祁同伟，开局告别师娘 The Puppet Master Behind the Scenes幕后的黑手Male-Channel Fanfiction265k WordsOngoing [In the Name of the People + Qi Tongwei + Pure Romance] When Qi Tongwei learns he doesn't have long to live, he bids Wu Huifen a final farewell. Reborn, he maneuvers amid the struggle between Li Dakang and Gao Yuliang, setting out on a path of revenge and advancement... His mentor, Gao Yuliang, enters politics and helps Qi Tongwei rise through the ranks. Zhong Xia'ai is deeply devoted to him and proposes of her own accord. Hou Liangping is forced to be with Liang Lu and takes her son's surname, —Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 254 晋 Tales of Officialdom in Jinlin 晋林官宦风云录 Midnight Sentiments午夜情怀Urban324k WordsOngoing Amid the political turmoil of Jinlin County, a small fifth-tier city, County Party Secretary Peng Shusheng was once a pioneer of reform, but died on the eve of his promotion. His secretary, Lu Suiyuan, had been his right-hand man. He resolutely gave up the chance to transfer to the provincial capital and remained in this challenging city. As he carries forward Secretary Peng’s unfinished work, Lu Suiyuan must not only face the countless traps laid by local interest groups, but also resist the co 75Reads—Score—Shelves
5. 255 富 Life of a Rich Heir: This Family Would Fall Apart Without Me 富二代人生：这家没我得散 A Rookie Who Can’t Write不会写作的菜鸟Urban255k WordsOngoing (Set in the early 21st century) (Parallel world) (Genius but lazy) (Keeps a low profile) (Enjoys life) Chen Shi's entrepreneurial journey (×) The story of Chen Shi starting a business with his whole family (✓) After transmigrating into the body of a rich second-generation heir, Chen Shi realizes for the first time just how wonderful it is to be wealthy. But how is it that he can never finish making money? One business opportunity after another keeps coming along. Please, no more. I really can't 1Reads—Score—Shelves
6. 256 转 The Transferred Soldier King Marries in a Flash During College 转业兵王大学期间闪电结婚 Midnight Sentiments午夜情怀Urban262k WordsCompleted Bai Yitu never expected that after returning to campus, he would be drawn by some mysterious force into one maelstrom after another. To pay for his father's medical treatment, he gave up his first chance at marriage. Then he unexpectedly uncovered the truth behind a college classmate's car accident. The shocking collusion between officials and businesspeople for illicit profits pushed him, against his will, to change everything. From passing the civil service exam for a provincial department to 47Reads—Score—Shelves
7. 257 我 My Dongguan Dream: Sister Mei 我的东莞梦：媚姐 Zeng Yi曾呓Urban2.4M WordsOngoing Sister Mei's advice to me: The women at entertainment venues are just for looking. Don't get serious with them. Sister Mei also said: Don't get any ideas about me, either. [A story about working for a living, perhaps with a little of me, you, and him in it.] 198.5kReads8.9Score9.7kShelves

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8. 258 名 In the Name of the People: Judging Handong and Saving Qi Tongwei 名义：审判汉东拯救祁同伟 No Love in This World, Crossing the Mortal Realm人间无爱渡红尘Male-Channel Fanfiction680k WordsCompleted Liu Xiaofan, the son of a farmer, transmigrates into the world of In the Name of the People and awakens the [Justice Tribunal] System. Using the System, he exposes the wanton abuse of power and corruption in Handong's officialdom, the temptations of money and beautiful women, and the darkness hidden from public view! He'll use the System to help Qi Tongwei rise to the provincial level, creating a win-win situation where they both advance together. Liang Qunfeng, Chen Yanshi, Gao Yuliang, Li Daka 4.1kReads6.8Score100Shelves

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9. 259 红 A Red-Blooded Official's Rise to Power 红色军转官场逆袭 The Zhu Clan's Spring and Autumn朱氏春秋Urban1.4M WordsOngoing Lin Ning was born into a privileged family, but turned down their support to leave the military as the special forces soldier “Mountain Hawk,” determined to start from the bottom and build his career from scratch. He places first in the provincial civil service exam, only to have someone take his spot and be sent to the logistics department. He quietly bides his time in the face of injustice, takes over public complaints and petitions, and uses the role as the start of his comeback. When he is 11.6kReads7.4Score1.2kShelves

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   I highly recommend these three books.

10. 260 重 Reborn as a Man: Feng Qiansui Rules the Court 重生女扮男装：凤千岁权倾朝野 A Duo Guli阿朵古丽Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted Completed. Villainess + woman disguising herself as a man + reborn + strong heroine + no romance The heroine is a true villain: greedy, ruthless, highly skilled in martial arts, and sharp-tongued! Scene One: Asking the Emperor for money Emperor: “I appoint you imperial inspector for the south. Investigate the affairs in Xuzhou thoroughly. If you find anyone committing crimes and undermining the state, and verify the evidence, punish them according to the law! I grant you this golden badge. Whoev 982Reads9.2Score130Shelves

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    This is absolutely amazing, and it's already finished!!! It features a woman disguised as a man, no romantic partner, a powerful minister who dreams of becoming a treacherous villain. He's also incredibly stingy, and when he's in a good mood, he rewards his subordinates with chicken butts—don't ask why, because chicken butts don't cost money, hahaha! With all this, you never know what he'll do next.

11. 261 女 A Sweet Little Daughter and a Stunning, Clingy Wife 女儿萌软，娇妻美艳，还特别黏人 The Yangtze Alligator Is Hungry扬子鳄饿Urban2.8M WordsCompleted Top playboy Jiang Sichen meets the nation’s goddess, Kan Zhiqing. [First Blood] In his senior year of college, a sweet, adorable girl suddenly shows up at the school looking for him. Amid a sharp burst of static, the whole school hears her say: “That’s my dad, not my brother!” From then on, Jiang Sichen becomes a doting husband and dad. How could he not spoil them? His wife is gorgeous, his daughter is adorable, and they’re both so clingy! 710Reads8.6Score110Shelves
12. 262 人 A Life in Officialdom: The Stories of Women in Politics 人在仕途：官场女人那些事儿 One Pick, Twelve Strokes一拾二画Urban220k WordsOngoing (Realistic political workplace + case-based stories + no harem) It’s hard to be a person, harder to be a woman, and harder still to be a woman in politics. But women in politics have their own rules for survival. Drawing on my 17 years navigating the political world, with firsthand experience across township, county, municipal, and provincial offices, I’ll show you what a woman in politics is really like! 17Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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    I highly recommend this book. It's a realistic portrayal of officialdom and women in it, definitely worth reading!

13. 263 官 The Ladder of Office? I Survey the Summit of Power and Ascend to the Throne! 官梯？我一览权力巅峰，朝天阙！ Lai Zhenxu来振旭Urban236k WordsCompleted Eastern fantasy + from the start, the protagonist reports everything to the state. Main characters: Feng Wuji and Su Nianzhen. Strong characterizations and a compelling pairing: a steady, protective male lead × a resilient heroine who grows stronger, joined by lively supporting characters like a gluttonous divine beast and a hard-drinking senior. Fast-paced plot: the story opens with an awakening and an immediate report. A state agency is established within three chapters, and the narrative neve 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Absolutely top-notch book recommendations

14. 264 名 In the Name of the People: Gao Yuliang's Son-in-Law Saves the Day, Handong's Political Power 名义：高育良女婿救场，汉东权利 Lai Zhenxu来振旭Male-Channel Fanfiction2.4M WordsOngoing [In the Name of the People] [The Knockout] [Qi Tongwei] [The Official's Ladder] [The Pinnacle of Power] Gao Yuliang? Sha Ruijin? Li Dakang? Qi Tongwei? The Handong Clique? Dropped into Handong as a vice governor? I, Lu Zechuan, had barely taken office in Jingzhou when I turned the tables against the odds and brought Handong to its knees! A hard-hitting start: I took down Hou Liangping in one move. Sha Ruijin sprang to his feet in shock, and Tian Guofu broke into a cold sweat! Gao Yuliang offers 817Reads6.1Score151Shelves
15. 265 师 Master, You Still Claim This Isn’t a Dual Cultivation Technique? 师尊，你还说这不是双修法？ Shin-chan Without His Crayons没了蜡笔的小新Eastern Fantasy3.3M WordsOngoing [Multiple heroines + decisive and ruthless + beautiful master + exhilarating action] Xiao Lingchen awakened the Pure Yang Sacred Physique and received the Yin-Yang Creation Art from his beautiful master. “Yin-Yang Creation Art? Master, why does this technique sound so improper...” “Nothing of the sort. Just focus on your cultivation, my disciple.” However, the deeper Xiao Lingchen cultivated the Yin-Yang Creation Art, the more he realized that the enchantresses, demonesses, and fairies aroun 26.5kReads8.6Score2kShelves

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    On this path, you either become second only to the emperor or forever be trampled underfoot.

16. 266 官 The Road to Officialdom: The Pinnacle of Power 官路之权力巅峰 Northeastern Little Koi东北小锦鲤Urban3.0M WordsCompleted Reborn into a new life, he no longer holds back when petty schemers try to frame him. He strikes back hard. With his foreknowledge and the favor of his superiors, his career in government soars, carrying him all the way to the pinnacle of power. 19.7kReads8.8Score1.5kShelves
17. 267 官 The Official’s Journey 官场之征途 A Different Kind of Flower不一样的花Urban804k WordsCompleted Three months ago, Ye Qingze graduated from the Chinese department at Kyoto University and was assigned to Xicheng County. The county magistrate immediately took a liking to him and made him his personal secretary at the county government. A rising star in politics seemed poised to shine. But three months later, the county magistrate was arrested, and Ye Qingze, the new favorite at the Xicheng County government, fell into the dust! When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter. When the wall falls, ev 30kReads9.0Score2.8kShelves
18. 268 官 A Career in Politics, Starting at the Township Committee 官途纵横，从镇委大院开始 Little Clerk of the Mortal World红尘小吏Urban6.5M WordsOngoing Qin Dongxu had only just begun his career in government when he found himself mired in trouble... Should he lie low for now and bide his time, or rise to the challenge immediately and fight for every advantage? Qin Dongxu chose the latter! 99kReads9.3Score4.8kShelves
19. 269 七 From Son-in-Law to Director: The Official’s Road in the 1970s 七零官路，从上门婿到局长 Loves Fish2021爱吃鱼2021Urban244k WordsCompleted Li Xiangdong is one of five brothers, and none of them has a wife. With no other choice, Li Xiangdong volunteers to become a live-in son-in-law, and his mother-in-law’s family grows very fond of him. This is the story of a man who rises from farmer to county chief. 3.2kReads6.5Score165Shelves
20. 270 重 Reborn with an AI Brain, I Master the Power Game 重生AI大脑玩转权力 Maple on a Sunny Day晴天的枫Urban1.8M WordsCompleted An overworked programmer dies from working overtime and is reborn with an AI brain. In this life, he becomes a child prodigy, builds a business empire before turning 20, then enters politics and uses his resources to climb to the pinnacle of power! 8kReads7.1Score433Shelves

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    It actually rhymes quite well, isn't it? First get rich, then go into politics; making money is all for the sake of your political career. [Thinking]

21. 271 我 My Connections Reach the Heavens. What's Wrong with Advancing Just a Little Faster? 我人脉通天，进步快亿点怎么了？ Fire Dragon Rabbit火龙兔Urban2.9M WordsOngoing A king of soldiers retires from the military and enters government like a raging dragon. Every three years he takes a small step forward; every five years, a giant leap. His meteoric rise stirs up the political world! His enemies cry out in alarm: “This man is a monster! Who let him into government?!” With his commitment to serving the people and his brilliant strategic skills, Gu Yunfeng builds connections that reach the highest levels, then steadily climbs to ever-greater heights! 15.8kReads8.3Score1.1kShelves

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    The characters are all intelligent, and the female lead is stunningly portrayed.

22. 272 京 The Eldest Grandson of a Prestigious Capital Family, So Angry He Turns the System Evil 京城世家长孙，气得系统都黑化了 Dreamwalker Z梦游家ZUrban635k WordsCompleted [Tycoon + System + Prestigious Clan + No Cultivation + Feel-Good Read + No-Brainer + Invincible] Qin Qi transmigrates into the body of the eldest grandson of a prestigious Beijing clan. From the start, he refuses to bind himself to the Clan System, driving the System into a rage. The System instantly turns dark and upgrades its own CPU at full throttle, starting to hand out sign-in rewards with no tasks required. Qin Qi laughs so hard that he binds himself to the System after all. [System dark-m 90Reads6.4Score—Shelves

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    🌿The male protagonist is a powerful heir in Beijing's elite circles, with immense influence. ☘️①After his rebirth, the male protagonist becomes a true heir in Beijing's elite circles, possessing innate intelligence, a photographic memory, and a grasp of economic trends for the next few decades.

23. 273 超 The Super Heir 超级继承人 Thirty-Seven三七Urban1.3M WordsCompleted When Su Bei arrives at his girlfriend's home with all his family's savings to ask for her hand in marriage, her family demands more money at the last minute. With no choice, Su Bei breaks up with her. What no one expects is that Su Bei is actually the heir to a top-tier conglomerate. From then on, Su Bei's life takes a different turn. He dominates the business world, dishes out face-slapping to the great families, wins the hearts of top beauties, and rises to the summit of the world, looking dow 14.6kReads8.3Score1.5kShelves
24. 274 这 I Have to Join This Game 这局我非入不可 King Dan, Who Likes Vultures喜欢秃鹫的丹王Modern Romance127k WordsOngoing [Slow-burn romance after nine years in the civil service] [14-year age gap] The male lead wields great power [A gentleman on the surface, domineering and scheming underneath] The female lead has a secret identity and seeks revenge [A sweet, soft girl on the surface, a fiercely ambitious career woman underneath] From the moment Zhou Quan passed the civil service exam, she stayed by Qi Chen's side. She never imagined anything would happen between them, but nine years is neither a long time nor a s 19Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The male lead is 14 years younger than the female lead and is the daughter of a high-ranking official. The female character in the officialdom is portrayed realistically and down-to-earthly. She rises step by step from a junior staff member, encountering one powerful man after another. They all teach her a lot, protect her, and help her grow. When she enters the game, she finds herself in the biggest mystery!

25. 275 重 Reborn as a Super Spoiled Brat 重生之超级纨绔 Fang Yebai方夜白Urban2.1M WordsCompleted [Reborn + Helping his father rise to power in politics + Battling for supremacy in the business world] “Mr. Chen Yang, may I ask how much wealth you have now?” “Every place you can see, every place you know about, every place you can imagine... it all belongs to me.” In his previous life, Chen Yang was left with nothing after his family was destroyed. He lived only for revenge, and in the end met a gruesome death. In this life, aside from making his enemies suffer worse than death, Chen Yang onl 25.9kReads8.8Score2.2kShelves

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    The first book tells the story of a man who, in his past life, chose the wrong side in the officialdom, was transferred to a remote town, and died in a car accident. Reborn, his greatest advantage is the ability to foresee the future, ensuring every choice he makes is correct. Not only are his own choices correct, but he can also help his superiors make the right choices. The second book features a protagonist named Chen Yang. His past life was incredibly tragic; he was kidnapped, forcing his father to commit a crime, ultimately leading to the destruction of his family. Now, he's reborn, miraculously back to the time of his kidnapping. And this time, his father, a secretary-general, hasn't yet framed his superiors because of him. Since fate has given him a second chance, he's determined never to repeat his mistakes. Let's see how he uses his intelligence to deal with the kidnappers without firing a shot! By the way, in this story, the protagonist doesn't pursue a political career; he mainly helps his father reach the pinnacle of success while focusing on business. In the third book, Su Zhe actually transmigrated into the world of "In the Name of the People"! He starts out as a wealthy young master from a prominent Beijing family, with an immense background and countless resources and connections. But who would have thought that his father would make him start from the bottom, assigning him to Handong, to become the deputy of Sun Liancheng, the second-in-command in Guangming District of Jingzhou City!

26. 276 我 I Was Just a Cop, But I Shook the Provincial Party Compound 我就当个警察，却惊动了省委大院 Ba Mi巴迷Urban388k WordsCompleted Ten years later, after graduating from Qizehua University, he follows in his father's footsteps and enters government service. With formidable political connections, countless legal assets, and the broad perspective and sophisticated understanding shaped by his upbringing, he's got a dream start from the start. However, his father is a sly old fox. “Zehua, you have to start at the grassroots level as a police officer and get some experience...” Now it's his father's former subordinates who are l 8.8kReads8.5Score821Shelves

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    Old Qi and Little Qi

27. 277 放 I Gave Up the Pinnacle of Business to Reach the Pinnacle of Power 放弃商巅的我登上权巅 Writing Novels Without a Care忘我写小说Urban579k WordsOngoing In the study of the Zhu family's villa, Zhu Wanli slams the table and roars, “If you don't pass the exam, you'd better come back and inherit the family business!” Hugging a stack of review materials a meter high, Zhu Feng coolly shoots back, “Grandpa, have you heard the saying, ‘The first thing you do after passing the exam is strike down the one you love’?” “If I pass, the first thing I'll offer up to the heavens is our family's nouveau riche image.” On exam day, he's stunned to find that the e 496Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Two very good novels, written by the same person. The new book is a sequel, "The Pinnacle of Power"! Check it out!

28. 278 将 The General's Legitimate Grandson: I, Ding Yizhen, Rule Handong! 将门嫡孙：我丁义珍纵横汉东！ Young Lord of the Han Dong Pavilion汉东小阁老Male-Channel Fanfiction144k WordsOngoing In the Name of the People + transmigrate + System + political intrigue + somewhat satisfying revenge + crossover of film and TV universes + turning the world upside down! This fat guy's name is Tom! He originally went abroad to seek freedom, but all he got was washing dishes or being tucked in for the night! Luckily, a good-for-nothing from Blue Star transmigrated and took over his body! From the start, he awakened the Turning the World Upside Down System! As long as he turns things upside down, 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The unorthodox Heavenly General Tom Ding! Like a teacher and father, a towering plant!

29. 279 加 Join the Han Big Gang and Reach the Pinnacle of Power! 加入汉大帮，登上权力巅峰！ Young Lord of the Han Dong Pavilion汉东小阁老Male-Channel Fanfiction683k WordsOngoing Transmigration & Rebirth + System + officialdom + In the Name of the People fan fiction + comedy + meme references + pure fun! The School of Political Science and Law at Handong University: the Handong University clique! My name is Gao Yuliang. Everyone calls me Teacher Gao, though some people tease me by calling me Plant Gao! I have stood atop the peaks, and I have fallen into the depths. Both experiences have taught me a great deal. Now, I’m back, right at the very beginning! With the System’s 1.1kReads7.1Score—Shelves
30. 280 官 The Road to Power 官途 Dreaming into the Vast Wilderness梦入洪荒Urban9.4M WordsCompleted After graduating from university, Liu Fei, whose origins are shrouded in mystery, repeatedly finds himself facing one crisis after another because of his brash personality. He is attacked from every direction and suppressed by all sides. Watch as Liu Fei charges straight through, crushing every opponent in his path, uncovers the truth about his origins, sweeps aside the great factions, and rises to the pinnacle of life! 10.2kReads9.1Score992Shelves

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    The Dream of the Primordial World Trilogy (Unfortunately, I didn't see the one about rising to prominence).

31. 281 官 The Pinnacle of Officialdom 官场之巅峰时刻 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban235k WordsCompleted [Satisfying Officialdom Story + Workplace + Political Maneuvering + Inspirational + Business Rivalry + Romance] Out of the blue, he received a notice from the Provincial Party Committee Organization Department: he was being transferred to the Information Division. Downcast, he went fishing at a reservoir in the suburbs and saved an important figure. From then on, his political career took off. 377Reads—Score—Shelves

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    That was fantastic, absolutely brilliant.

32. 282 我 My Rise Through the Ranks 我的官场升迁记 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban225k WordsCompleted [Superpowers + Comeback + Inspirational + Political Intrigue + Inspirational + Feel-Good Power Fantasy] After Liang Zhiyuan was suppressed and jumped into a lake to end his life, Heaven granted him a second chance. Suddenly gifted with X-ray vision, telescopic sight, super hearing, and mind reading, Liang decides to work his hardest to win back his dignity. By chance, he earns Director Wu’s appreciation. The story of Liang Zhiyuan will brighten your outlook on life! 587Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Absolutely a classic, extremely good. Absolutely a classic.

33. 283 人 Rising Through the Ranks of Officialdom! 人在官场：步步攀升！ Brothers of the Heavenly Emperor天帝兄弟Urban1.4M WordsCompleted Lin Feng was too honest, so his career never advanced. His wife, Zhang Meina, left him for money. Faced with a woman's betrayal and the indifference of friends and family, Lin Feng finally saw the harsh realities of society for what they were. Then, unexpectedly, a major opportunity came his way: Secretary Huang transferred him to Xincheng County to serve as the county Party committee secretary. 625Reads8.8Score181Shelves

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    I stayed up all night to watch it, and it's definitely good!

34. 284 平 Rising to Great Heights 平步青云 Crane Rider骑鹤人Urban9.6M WordsOngoing Awake, he holds the power of the world; one careless move can ruin the whole game. Drunk, he reclines on a beauty's lap, keeping his mind steady as he makes his moves one by one. Ling Zhiyuan is oppressed by his superior and mocked by a woman he loves, leaving his life at rock bottom. When God closes one door, he is bound to leave another open. Faced with an opportunity that will vanish in a moment, he acts decisively... 22kReads9.1Score761Shelves

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    🐋The first book: A mysterious protagonist wants to know the secret of his past, but to find out the truth, he needs to be in a high position. Facing suppression from all sides, he charges forward and crushes his opponents.🍃 🐋The second book: Life is unpredictable. How to grow in adversity is a required course for the strong.🌱From the moment you enter society, you become someone else's pawn; only a few will succeed in becoming the player.💫 🐋The third book: Holding power over the world is like walking on thin ice; enjoying the company of a beauty is like standing on the edge of an abyss.🎍

35. 285 官 The Road to Power: The Pinnacle of Officialdom 官道：权力巅峰 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban219k WordsCompleted Peng Zijuan’s Notes on Climbing the Career Ladder Peng Zijuan was an ordinary female official who had hoped to lead a quiet life. But her husband, Wu Dashan, chose a rich woman over her and divorced her. Wu Dashan said, “You’re a woman. Why are you always thinking about becoming an official?” Peng Zijuan replied, “That’s right. I want to become an official!” Wu Dashan said, “You’re a woman. You should stay home and take care of the kids. Stop thinking about becoming an official all the time!” Pe 1.8kReads6.7Score129Shelves
36. 286 候 Hou Weidong's Notes on Being an Official 候卫东做官笔记 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban790k WordsCompleted As a graduate of a prestigious university, Hou Weidong encounters one thorny problem after another upon entering government service, yet manages to turn danger into safety every time. Taking different approaches: that is Hou Weidong’s political philosophy. That is how Hou Weidong conducts himself. That is Hou Weidong’s great wisdom. 3.5kReads6.7Score484Shelves

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    It's so beautiful, so incredibly beautiful, and so satisfying!

37. 287 青 The Ladder to the Azure Clouds 青云之梯 Zhai Chunqiu宅春秋Urban2.3M WordsCompleted Liu Hongzhi had just arrived in Hongtu Township for work when a major upheaval struck: the township's entire leadership was implicated in a scandal. Amid this turbulent shift, Liu Zhicheng was also dragged into one fierce struggle after another, facing danger at every turn. One careless move could leave him dead and buried... A good official should serve the people and bring prosperity to the region. Staying true to one's principles is the only righteous path! 363Reads6.2Score—Shelves
38. 288 路 Lu Beifang, Tonight the Officialdom Runs Red with Blood 路北方，今夜官血沸腾 Brother Jianghu江湖望哥Urban7.5M WordsOngoing [High-Octane, Passionate, and Deeply Sentimental Political Intrigue!] With power comes responsibility. One thought can separate public duty from private interest, like heaven and earth. Only by holding fast to your principles can you avoid being swept away by the storms or trapped by the gains and losses of personal relationships, and achieve great things. Lu Beifang came from humble beginnings, but lived an extraordinary life. He became a town mayor at 23, a county magistrate at 25, and married 114.7kReads9.1Score7.7kShelves

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    He rose from the dust, venturing towards the mountains and seas, forging a sharp edge with youthful courage—this is Lu Beifang. He has weathered storms and trials, yet his heart remains pure; he has been mired in the mire of despair, yet he still faces the sun. Each step is firm, each year he grows, rising from adversity, blossoming in the face of despair, shouldering responsibility, with a warm heart, holding fast to his original aspirations, chasing the starlight. His journey is across vast mountains and rivers; his glory is living a life of boundless brilliance through his own strength. [Kiss][Kiss]

39. 289 青 The Road to Success 青云之路 Young Master Huangshan黄杉公子Urban3.7M WordsCompleted After graduating from college, Li Qingyun parts ways with his girlfriend, who comes from a powerful family, and passes the civil service exam in his hometown. He is determined to serve the people. But once he enters the workplace, he discovers that it's a world of undercurrents and intrigue. Getting ahead in this line of work is no easy feat. Li Qingyun stays true to himself and never forgets the vow he once made. In the end, he carves out a path to success of his own. 6.2kReads8.4Score541Shelves
40. 290 官 Officialdom: Starting by Slapping My Boss Twice 官锋：从打领导两巴掌开始 Little Lotus Breeze小荷风Urban1.4M WordsOngoing Made the scapegoat from the start? Pushed to the margins, with my future and my life ruined? Fine, I’ll remember this. There’s plenty of time to settle the score. My girlfriend breaks up with me, and my love life falls apart. What was I even here for? Fine, I’ll set you free. Don’t regret it. I turn around with power in my hands and return. Li Rui laughs aloud. Those who hurt and slandered me will all pay the price. 29.9kReads8.3Score2.5kShelves
41. 291 官 The Officialdom Game 官奕 Dreams of Spring and Autumn梦话春秋Urban636k WordsOngoing My name is Wei Zilong, and I’ve spent my career in government. Through my story, I want to show everyone what the political arena is really like... When you’re in public service, you can’t always control your own fate. If you never weather a storm, how can you ever mature? 12.9kReads7.6Score1.1kShelves

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    It's really good. I initially saw it in a recommendation and just added it to my bookshelf to kill some time, but to my surprise, it completely hit the spot for me. I personally think it's very good.

42. 292 重 Reborn at the Pinnacle of Power 重生官场之权力巅峰 Xue Er学二Urban1.3M WordsOngoing Jiang Zhenbang spent thirty years rising and falling in the political arena. Just as he was about to take charge of a region and reach the peak of his career, he died saving someone and returned to 1995, to the summer just after graduating from university. With his foreknowledge of the future, he used a county-level economic research report far ahead of its time as his calling card. He boldly put himself forward and won the favor of his leaders, entering government service at the rank of section 3.5kReads9.2Score240Shelves

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    Both of them are good-looking and intelligent.

43. 293 官 The Bearing of a Soldier on the Official Path 官道之军人风采 Shahé Courier Station Clerk沙河驿丞Urban1.3M WordsCompleted The political arena is a battlefield, but Chen Feng insists on meeting it head-on with a soldier's iron will! No rebirth, no System, no golden finger. He relies on sheer intelligence to fight back! While others depend on connections to win political battles, Chen Feng uses the battlefield-honed skill of “anticipating your anticipation.” After all, if he can dodge bullets, why fear your backstabbing? From a hail of gunfire to mountains of paperwork, he holds fast to a soldier's spirit with one ha 12.5kReads8.2Score1.7kShelves

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    I recommend this book; it's really good.

44. 294 人 Life Rewrite: The Third-Generation Official Kicked Out of His Home 人生修改：被赶出家门的官三代 I Am Cao Ning我是曹宁Urban995k WordsCompleted Cao Shan was reborn thirty years in the past. That year, he had just graduated from college. That year, his grandfather kicked him out of the house! That year, his father sent him off to the countryside with a single sentence. That year, his older sister took all his money, leaving him with nothing! 50Reads8.8Score—Shelves
45. 295 权 The Storm of Power 权力风暴 Bengzi Chuang绷子床Urban2.7M WordsCompleted After leaving the military, protagonist Jiang Yunhao embarks on his political career. In his struggles against his rivals, Jiang Yunhao sticks to his principles and never shies away from a challenge. He also frequently surprises people with his strategic skill. In the end, through his own hard work and the recognition of influential leaders, Jiang Yunhao carves out a path of his own to the top. 5.3kReads8.9Score436Shelves
46. 296 青 A Bright Future in Politics 青云仕途 Fleeting Fate浮尘缘Urban2.8M WordsCompleted Chu Haoyu is quick-witted and compassionate, with his career as his life's goal. He and his beloved support each other along life's journey, pouring all their passion into composing the symphony of his life, 27.4kReads9.1Score2.9kShelves
47. 297 铁 Iron Fist 铁腕 Understanding Spring and Autumn春悟秋懂Urban5.6M WordsOngoing No one is reborn, and no one transmigrates. This is a realistic novel about life in government circles. A country boy without connections loses his chance at promotion and his girlfriend. He even stands to lose his life as others try to take everything from him... By a twist of fate, he wins the favor of various powerful factions one after another and becomes a rising star in government, writing a sweeping, legendary tale of a political career... 104kReads9.2Score7.9kShelves

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    In the early stages, he relied on being a kept man; in the mid-stages, he fought back against anyone who challenged him; and in the late stages, he became indifferent to everything.

48. 298 非 The Extraordinary Path to Power 非常权途 Standing at the Sea's Edge沧海而立Urban4.7M WordsCompleted From lowly secretary to Party secretary, transferred and reassigned, promoted on the surface but demoted in practice, he rises and falls along the way, navigating treacherous political waters and seizing every opportunity to soar ever higher... 13.1kReads9.0Score1.3kShelves
49. 299 火 Rising Through the Ranks 火线提拔 A Thousand Miles Away万路之遥Urban5.5M WordsCompleted Qiao Yan witnessed someone jump to their death and was urgently promoted to investigate the real culprit behind it. But the case led him to a vast network of vested interests and a fierce battle. Relying on his own strength, he brought down the powerful forces and rose steadily through the ranks... 56.2kReads9.3Score5.9kShelves
50. 300 名 In the Name of the People: Provincial Champions Step Aside, He Rules the Nation 名义：省服靠边站！他是国服天骄 Seven Beans柒豆Male-Channel Fanfiction1.4M WordsOngoing After transmigrating to Handong, Zhao Changqing becomes the second-generation heir of the Zhao family. Should he keep living off his family and wasting his days in luxury? No! Guarding the secret that he is Zhao Lichun's son, Zhao Changqing begins serving the people at the age of twenty-four! From then on, Handong Province has a peerless public servant who devotes himself heart and soul to the people! He sweeps through Luteng, Jinghai, Jingzhou, and Luzhou, setting the Zhao family back on the ri 9.4kReads6.8Score257Shelves

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