Novels About Rising from the Grassroots to Become a Top Leader 求从基层一步步做到大领导的小说

1. 351 县 County Party Secretary’s Aide: Notes from the Grassroots Political Scene 县委秘书：基层仕途笔记 An Ordinary Old Tree平庸老树Urban317k WordsCompleted A Tsinghua prodigy lands a job at the county Party committee office, unaware that the previous secretary just jumped to his death. The Party secretary values him, the office director is wary of him, the deputy director is hostile, and his coworkers wait to see what happens. Beneath the surface, tensions simmer. Harassment, frame-ups, rumors, traps, and temptations of power and sex come one after another. With sheer ability, he turns the tables, exposes falsified achievements, roots out corrupt o 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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   The protagonist of this book started from the very bottom.

2. 352 惟 Only the Southern Star in Sight 惟见南星 Zhou Weiqing, Who Loves Ginger Soup Mushrooms爱吃姜汤蘑菇的周惟清Modern Romance1.5M WordsCompleted Yinglin County welcomes its new county chief, Zhou Weiqing, a hands-on leader carrying old wounds and devoting all his energy to the fight against poverty. Meanwhile, Jiang Nanxing, a highly accomplished agricultural graduate, puts down roots at the grassroots level, using her expertise and passion to drive change in the rural economy. Their work brings them together again and again. They visit fields and villages, tackling problems such as abandoned farmland and the disconnect between productio 47Reads7.0Score—Shelves

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   Sweet romance, ambiguous feelings, and two strong personalities—all the elements are there! Zhou Weiqing, a young man from a prominent Beijing socialite burdened with his family's expectations, finds himself drawn to Jiang Nanxing, this "star from the South." Their love is the tacit understanding forged through working side-by-side within the system, the unwavering determination to overcome differences in background, and the mutual attraction and healing between two strong individuals.

3. 353 官 Officialdom: The Road to Power Begins in the Communist Youth League 官场：掌权之路从共青团开始 Coastal Dead End沿海穷途Urban188k WordsOngoing Reborn into a new life, Lu Zhenhua used his foresight to change the course his life had originally taken. After carefully laying the groundwork, he finally embarked on a political career unlike the one he had in his previous life. 4Reads6.1Score—Shelves
4. 354 权 The Pinnacle of Power: A General's Journey 权力巅峰之将星之历 Soul Demon魂魔Urban454k WordsCompleted The protagonist starts out as a staff member and deputy section chief at the municipal procuratorate, then is transferred to a town Party committee. He faces pressure from clans, officials, and others, and Xue Jianhao sets a trap and successfully resolves one crisis after another. A story of steadily rising to greater heights. 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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5. 355 官 Officialdom: The Road to Power Begins as a Police Officer in a Detention Center 官场：掌权之路从看守所民警开始 Coastal Dead End沿海穷途Urban177k WordsOngoing Yang Junbang, a police officer with the criminal investigation squad, was framed and demoted to work at a detention center. There, Yang Junbang met his benefactor and ultimately embarked on a path to defy fate and change his destiny. 1Reads—Score—Shelves
6. 356 你 You're a Traffic Cop. Is It Appropriate to Take a Homicide Case? 你一个交警，抢刑侦的案子合适吗 Years Flow Like Water似水留年Urban2.5M WordsCompleted He transmigrated to a parallel world and became a graduate of the police academy. When Xu Lin received his job assignment, he was completely bewildered. He had graduated top of his class with perfect marks in criminal investigation, and was about to become a criminal investigator. So why had they assigned him to the traffic police? What was that supposed to mean? They wouldn’t let him work criminal investigations? Fine. A traffic cop could take on criminal investigations, too. On his first day a 93.5kReads9.3Score10.3kShelves

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   He rose from a lowly traffic cop to a police chief (from age 22 or 23 (I can't remember) to 38) [smirk] and then prematurely "retired" to become a teacher [heart emoji]. There's a female lead, a very wealthy woman, but she has very little screen time and even gave birth to a son for the male lead! (The ending is a bit rushed, but it's still acceptable to me.)

7. 357 官 Reborn on the Political Circuit: My Brother Comes from a Powerful Third-Generation Family 官道重生：我的兄弟是三代 Nan Chenyu南晨御Urban2.1M WordsCompleted Peng Mingchuan was framed, forced out of office, and left utterly disgraced. Then he was reborn in the year he graduated from college. With a second chance at everything, his first move was to save his well-connected best friend. The road to success in government is treacherous, but this time he has powerful backing and the experience and memories of his previous life. He must climb with all his might. If there's a problem, let's talk it out. You won't listen to reason? Well, that's just wonderf 165Reads8.8Score—Shelves

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   These are all high-quality articles about officialdom; there can't be anyone who hasn't read them yet.

8. 358 政 The Rise of an Elite in Politics 政途之高知新贵的进阶 Zeng Dexuan曾德玄Urban60k WordsOngoing Jiang Yuan, the son of a retired official in Jianghai City, graduated with a bachelor's degree from the University of Political Science and Law and is a probationary Party member. With exceptional intelligence and emotional savvy, he navigates a complex web of personnel politics with steady determination. Starting as a junior local clerk, he gains experience across multiple posts and gradually advances to a provincial-level government agency. The story explores workplace rules and power struggle —Reads—Score—Shelves

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9. 359 绝 A Desperate Counterattack 绝地反击 Dreaming into the Vast Wilderness梦入洪荒Urban4.3M WordsCompleted Li Tianyi offends his immediate superior on his very first day at work and is promptly given the cold shoulder. Watch as he survives against the odds, strikes back from the brink, and trounces every last schemer and demon along the way! 4.7kReads8.9Score643Shelves

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10. 360 带 Taking the Taobao System with Me to the 1970s 带着淘宝系统穿七零 2 Chuan2川Modern Romance2.1M WordsCompleted Technically minded military officer VS powerful, down-to-earth woman; the heroine builds her career. The System plays a small role early on, then gets to take it easy. Period setting + comedy + both leads devoted only to each other “When a lie-flat System meets a crazy Host” Other people transmigrate to the 1970s: fight nasty relatives, make money, and marry a soldier. Xiang Nuan transmigrates to the 1970s: ✓ Fails to be reborn six times, then angrily kicks the coffin lid off ✓ Hacks her relativ 23kReads9.4Score2.7kShelves

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    This is really nice! The main story is already quite grand, and the epilogue is an improvement.

11. 361 官 Officialdom: I Became a Powerful Figure’s Most Trusted Aide 官场：我成了大佬的铁杆心腹 Ten-Degree Brandy十度白兰地Urban1.1M WordsCompleted Su Jin was reborn at the moment he started his career in government in 2013. From the start, he was at the civil service provincial exam interview. Sorry, interviewers, but to take first place, I’m going to quietly set a little trap and get you all to back me… 903Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    This book depicts the realities of officialdom since 2013. The protagonist is very shrewd and worldly-wise, and the various unspoken rules of officialdom are quite insightful. Overall, it's a very readable book and I recommend it.

12. 362 官 A Smooth Road to Office: Starting as a Selected Graduate in the Provincial Party Committee 官道坦途：从省委选调生开始 Scattered Spirit散灵Urban247k WordsOngoing [This story is entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real events may be used as a reference.] Reborn in 2011, Lin Zhi becomes a provincial government selection-program official. His very first posting is at a provincial department, where he vigorously promotes the province’s industrial transformation and works to improve the lives of its people. Riding the wave of the emerging mobile internet, he deftly seizes the opportunity and founds a world-famous tech company. With a keen eye for opportuni 208Reads5.9Score—Shelves
13. 363 猴 Monkey, Do You Have a Problem with Me Marrying Zhong Xia Ai? 猴子，我娶钟小艾你有意见 Isatis Root with Instant Noodles板蓝根配泡面Male-Channel Fanfiction531k WordsCompleted [No System + No Harem + Political Intrigue] After shooting himself at Guxiong Ridge, Qi Tongwei is reborn at the most important turning point in his life. What will he choose this time? Zhong Xiaо’ai: “Who gave you the nerve to undermine my husband, Qi Tongwei?” Zhong Zhengguo: “Who gave you the nerve to go after my son-in-law?” Qi Tongwei: “Monkey, without Zhong Xiaо’ai, let’s see how far you can climb!” Zhao Ruilong: “There’s no room in Jingzhou for anyone more powerful than Qi Tongwei.” Zhao 368Reads5.3Score—Shelves

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    💛This book really got me excited! Forgive my lack of cultural knowledge, but I can only say "Wow!" It's been so long since I've read a book that really resonated with me. Highly recommend it!!!

14. 364 祁 Qi Tongwei Marries Liang Lu: Are You Going to Repeat the Same Mistakes? 祁同伟娶梁璐：还走老路？ Meng Dahu萌大虎Male-Channel Fanfiction1.8M WordsCompleted My new work is out! You can read it on Tomato Novels. I hope you enjoy it. Your support is my motivation to write, and I will strive to tell every story well! 35.3kReads9.0Score2.8kShelves
15. 365 毕 Those Years After Graduation 毕业后的那些年 Lucky One Who Loves Grilled Fish爱吃烤鱼的幸运儿Urban239k WordsOngoing This book follows a top university graduate who, through a twist of fate, embarks on a career as a government-selected trainee. It shares experiences from everyday work and life, while also including observations about other professions. Any similarities in names, locations, or other details are purely coincidental. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    🐯The story mainly revolves around the male protagonist, who, after graduating from a prestigious university with a master's degree, unexpectedly becomes a selected graduate for the provincial Party committee's organization department, eventually becoming a civil servant in the provincial human resources and social security department. He starts from the grassroots level and works his way up step by step.🐱

16. 366 我 I'm Qi Tongwei, and I Married a Widow. What Business Is It of Yours, Hou Liangping? 我祁同伟娶寡妇，关你侯亮平屁事 Brother Weng's Book Nook翁小哥的书屋Male-Channel Fanfiction141k WordsOngoing [Sniper-shotting madman + ruthless and laconic + sometimes openhearted, sometimes sly + respects Gao Zhiliang and makes good use of Director Cheng + becomes the king of Handong at forty] In his first life, Qi Tongwei shot himself at Lone Eagle Ridge, his dream shattered by Hou Liangping’s endless rhetoric. In his second life, Qi Tongwei allied himself with the Zhao family. He became the king of Handong, but Zhao Lichun’s influence kept him from going any further. In the end, he died of illness b 267Reads—Score—Shelves
17. 367 重 Reborn as Qi Tongwei: Ring the Bell from the Rooftop and Destroy Sha 重生祁同伟，上梁撞钟灭沙 Little Dream Chaser追梦小目标Male-Channel Fanfiction327k WordsCompleted After struggling in obscurity on Blue Star for decades, one night of drunkenness leaves him reborn at the moment Qi Tongwei is begging Liang Lu to marry him. At the same time, he awakens a heaven-defying System that can change his fate. Qi Tongwei roars, “My fate is mine to decide, not Heaven's! I'll triumph over Heaven itself. I swear I'll crush everyone beneath my feet. Hou Liangping, Zhong Xiaoai, get on your knees! Chen Yang, you'll regret this! Lu Yike? Heh, you'll submit to me too...” 1.8kReads7.7Score101Shelves
18. 368 祁 Qi Tongwei Brandishes a Sniper Rifle, Terrifying Hou Liangping and Sha Ruijin 祁同伟甩大狙，吓跪侯亮平沙瑞金 The Universe's Most Devoted Lover宇宙第一深情Male-Channel Fanfiction742k WordsCompleted In the Name of the People + The Knockout + Icebreaker... After transmigrating into a parallel world, Qi Tongwei turns down Liang Lu from the start and obtains the “Outplay Heaven by Half a Move” System. Every merit earns him a promotion and a reward. He rockets up the ranks, cracking one major case after another. Hou Liangping wants to take me down? Liang Qunfeng and Zhao Lichun want to stab me in the back? Liang Lu wants to set me up? Zhao Lidong and He Liming? Bring it on! Gao Qiqiang: “I’ 76Reads6.4Score—Shelves
19. 369 丁 Ding Ergou's Rise to Success 丁二狗的逆袭人生 Fish Who Lures People钓人的鱼Urban7.2M WordsOngoing [This novel is the original work behind the hit short drama The Rise of Ding Ergou. The short drama of the same name is now available on Hongguo and Fanqie!] With both parents dead and his family fortune stolen, Ding Changsheng is a no-good loafer hated by everyone in Bangziyu. One day, a foolish act of peeping brings the village chief after him. While fleeing, he accidentally catches factory director Kou Dapeng in a compromising situation with his subordinate, Tian Eru. To keep him quiet, Kou D 9.1kReads8.5Score929Shelves

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    These are some highly recommended books, about a character who rises from a lowly official to a powerful figure!

20. 370 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. 6.2kReads8.4Score538Shelves

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    These are all from the grassroots level to the top leadership; you can see they've been tested and are safe to consume. [Under pressure to finish writing][Under pressure to finish writing][Under pressure to finish writing][Under pressure to finish writing]

21. 371 提 Promotion 提拔 Yuyang Squire渔阳员外Urban5.9M WordsCompleted “Are kings, nobles, generals, and ministers born to their stations?” Chen Sheng's cry was also the spark in the heart of our protagonist, who came from a family of poor peasants three generations deep. He was once an obscure chauffeur, but his diligence and concern for ordinary people caught the eye of a perceptive female leader. He advanced carefully, making his way through an elite workplace and enduring trial after trial. He got along with people from every side, yet never lost sight of his p 36.1kReads8.3Score3.1kShelves
22. 372 重 Reborn: Ruling the Officialdom 重生：纵横官途 Yi Qiu忆秋Urban887k WordsCompleted In his previous life, his family fell into ruin. He watched every member of his family die while he was in prison, then died in despair. In this life, he pays tribute to himself before entering prison, determined to return and avenge his family. Amid the favors and treachery of officialdom, how will he find the hidden hand pulling the strings? 6Reads8.3Score—Shelves
23. 373 重 Reborn: One Tip-Off Letter Set Me on the Path to the Top 重生：一封举报信，开启巅峰仕途 He Shihuan彼时还声Urban525k WordsOngoing [Reborn] + [Officialdom] + [Scheming] + [Revenge] + [play the pig to eat the tiger] + [Tycoon] + [Urban] + [Political Intrigue] After twenty years of ups and downs in Officialdom, deputy department-level official Chu Yunfei dies with grievances in the midst of factional infighting, discarded as a pawn! Thankfully, Heaven takes pity on him, and he is reborn in 2008! At the engagement banquet of the ex-wife who humiliated him, he suddenly sees the light. The “bloody, tear-stained playbook” of the 304Reads8.5Score—Shelves

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    Super satisfying urban novel! Revenge is just an appetizer for the protagonist! He climbs to the top step by step, stepping over the corpses of his enemies! 🎉😂🌸🤣🌸✨🤩✨

24. 374 权 Power at Its Peak: Starting as the Director of the Urban Development Office 权力巅峰：从城建办主任开始 Master of Lingyan Pavilion凌烟阁主Urban1.2M WordsCompleted They say that once you're caught up in the underworld, you have no say in your own fate. In his previous life, one wrong step left him behind bars, where he died a miserable death. In this life, armed with foresight, he will rise straight to the heavens and reach the very peak! 338Reads8.8Score103Shelves

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    A novel about a character who rises from the bottom to a high-ranking position.

25. 375 都 I'm Reborn, So I Might as Well Take the Civil Service Exam 都重生了，去考公吧 Wielding a Sword to Set Things Right执剑平事Urban512k WordsCompleted The thirty-year-old protagonist wakes up one day to find himself back on the eve of his college graduation. In his previous life, he struggled along for eight years and barely made enough to get by. Now that he has a chance to change his fate, he decides to take the civil service exam, seeking a stable career serving the people. This story is mainly about an ordinary person's career in public service. 2.7kReads8.6Score107Shelves

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    The pace of this book is quite fast.

26. 376 重 Reborn in 1998: A Young Cop's Rise to the Top 重生1998小警一路逆袭 A Bottle of Water from 1982来瓶82年的水Mystery1.2M WordsCompleted Pure crime-solving Time flows backward, and fate is rewritten. Through a strange twist of fate, Lin Mo returns to 1998, where everything begins anew. This time, he is no longer the soldier forced to leave the military due to his injuries. Instead, he is a “rookie” armed with memories and wisdom from the future. Faced with a fresh start, he resolutely chooses a career in the police force, vowing to fulfill every ambition left unrealized in his previous life. Cases come one after another, from 4.8kReads8.3Score435Shelves

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    🌿That's definitely one of these books. ② Reborn in 2002, Zhang Keqing faces a turning point in his life. With no connections, he starts from a small town, relying solely on his keen intuition to advance his career. As he rises through the ranks, the higher he climbs, the farther he sees, and the more he understands the meaning of "with great power comes great responsibility." He struggles in the turbulent political arena, navigating complex situations, every step fraught with peril. How does a nobody stir up such a storm in the political arena?

27. 377 职 Carefree in the Workplace 职场逍遥 Pengpeng Loves Me鹏鹏君爱我Urban4.0M WordsCompleted His career is going nowhere, his wife has betrayed him, and his family is in trouble. As Li Henshui, whose past is shrouded in mystery, faces the darkest moment of his life, see how an ordinary man turns the tables, thrives at work, and finds love by his side. 1.8kReads9.3Score375Shelves

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    I recommend a political fantasy novel; those who prefer a single female lead should avoid it.

28. 378 官 The Rise and Fall of the Official Path 官道沉浮 Master of Lingyan Pavilion凌烟阁主Urban1.2M WordsCompleted [Officialdom] + [Political Intrigue] + [Revenge] + [Reborn] + [No Saintly Hero] + [Power Fantasy] What is Officialdom? Officialdom is a Game of Thrones. Officialdom is far more perilous than the martial world. A thousand sails race, a hundred boats compete! Once you make it through, the ocean stretches wide and the tide surges freely. With the wind at your back, it's the perfect time to set sail! What is the rule of Officialdom? Political correctness is the greatest rule of Officialdom! Reborn i 4Reads7.9Score—Shelves

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    Each one is a gem, and the first one is a new book.

29. 379 人 In the Name of the People: I, Qi Tongwei, Get Another Life 人民的名义：我祁同伟，再活一世 Bubbly Mango Ice啵啵芒果冰Male-Channel Fanfiction559k WordsOngoing [No System, no golden finger, meticulously researched, well-reasoned plot, plenty of satisfying moments] With a gunshot on Guying Ridge, Qi Tongwei took his own life, bringing his story to an end. But when he opened his eyes again, it was 1989! Qi Tongwei saw Zhong Xia Ai enrolling at the university and stepped forward. “Junior, let me help you with your luggage.” At this point, Liang Lu hadn’t started pursuing him relentlessly! At this point, he was still the young prodigy everyone admired! Giv 10.2kReads8.2Score405Shelves

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    💥💥In the Name of the People Fanfiction ① Qi Tongwei is reborn, reborn at the prime of his life, full of youthful vigor and unwavering courage. Saying goodbye to his former position as Director Qi, this Qi Tongwei is no longer obsessed with power🍄. He remains true to his original aspirations, refusing to compromise with any force. He will use his own blood and sweat to nurture his youthful dream and dismantle the entire officialdom✨

30. 380 做 Becoming Gao Yuliang’s Son-in-Law and the Leader of the Han-Da Gang! 做高育良女婿，成汉大帮领袖！ Potato Chips Lover of Lay's薯片爱吃乐事Male-Channel Fanfiction592k WordsCompleted [In the Name of the People + Han University Faction + One Heroine!] Reborn as Gao Yuliang's favored student and secretary, Cao Feng has no way back from the very start. With the Han University faction label hanging over him and a group of useless teammates at his side, he sets out on a desperate counterattack! Qi Tongwei, who dares to defy fate: “Old Cao, you're my best buddy. What are those monkeys and Chen Hai to me? Nothing!” Li Dakang: “I never imagined that a junior who started out as a sec 5.8kReads8.2Score150Shelves
31. 381 权 The Pinnacle of Power: Rising to the Top from a Township Cadet 权力巅峰：从乡镇选拔生开始逆袭 Having a Blast Lately最近很嗨皮Urban1.1M WordsCompleted Zhong Zhenfei comes from a poor family. He has no connections or background, doesn’t smoke or drink, and hasn’t been reborn. Yet after passing the civil service exam, he surges ahead in the political arena and ultimately rises to the top. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Look, he's in a hurry [and has learned it], taking each step carefully, defying fate, soaring through the ranks, and finally reaching the top.

32. 382 权 The Pinnacle of Power: I'm No Benevolent Official 权力巅峰之我不是青天 Five Wisps of Fireworks五缕烟火Urban3.2M WordsCompleted A pure political drama, with one female lead and a positive message. The novel follows Xu Yuan Zhou's daughter, Xu Yu Meng, as she dedicates herself to serving the people and rises through the ranks from the grassroots. Her journey takes her through rural revitalization, crackdowns on organized crime, and anti-corruption campaigns, with thrilling twists and turns all along the way. 16.4kReads9.3Score1.7kShelves

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    Good!!!!!

33. 383 祁 Qi Tongwei: I'll Defy Heaven and Rewrite My Fate 祁同伟：胜天半子，我要逆天改命 Qing Miao青杪Male-Channel Fanfiction784k WordsCompleted Reborn during graduation season, what path will Qi Tongwei take? How will he respond to Liang Lu’s attempts to suppress him? This time, Qi Tongwei chooses to enlist in the military and keep a low profile for a while. He earns merit and rises through the ranks before transferring to a civilian post. Watch as Qi Tongwei rides the tides of his era, using his foresight to plan each step and completely change his fate! (Note: This book features several dramas set in different eras, so some specifi 185Reads9.0Score—Shelves
34. 384 青 The Road to Qingyun: Finding Life in Desperate Straits 青云路之绝处逢生 The Man Who Rides a Wolf骑狼的汉子Urban2.2M WordsCompleted A sudden disaster destroyed Lu Fan’s family, leaving behind nothing but ruined walls and broken tiles. By chance, Lu Fan entered officialdom. After honing his skills, growing, and transforming at the grassroots level, Lu Fan was tempered into steel and emerged from his cocoon as a butterfly. At last, he achieved his heart’s desire! 119kReads9.2Score13.7kShelves

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    The rating is absolutely genuine; this is a student of the King of Hearts, perfect material for civil service exams!

35. 385 最 The 3rd Book by the One Who Loves Tofu Skin 最爱吃豆皮的第3本书 Loves Tofu Skin Most最爱吃豆皮Urban1.2M WordsCompleted Lu Yuanfang was once a passionate elite soldier in the Northwest Field Army. After leaving the military, he worked as a drill instructor and a security guard. An unexpected incident brought him back to the army. With his exceptional skills, he repeatedly distinguished himself on missions, rising all the way toward becoming a general and beginning a fiery comeback. 4.9kReads8.4Score361Shelves
36. 386 墨 Ink-Boned Beauty: From Seedling Thinning to Selection, Every Step Is a Nerve-Racking Trial 墨骨天娇：从蹲苗到遴选步步惊心 Swearing an Oath East of the Yu River淯水东誓Modern Romance673k WordsOngoing [Ink-Boned, Edge Concealed | Clearheaded, Career-Driven Heroine | Rise Through the Ranks | Grassroots Cadre Selection | Workplace Mind Games] People say that boneless painting depicts a spirit and conceals a sharp edge. Xia Qing, a young female official sent to gain grassroots experience in a township, has made the principles of boneless painting the way she survives in the ruthless arena of officialdom. She has two brushes in hand: One brings flowers to life with every stroke, creating boneless 79Reads7.6Score—Shelves

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    This female protagonist successfully navigates the challenges of her career path, from initial screening to selection, from grassroots work to provincial-level positions! A worthwhile read.

37. 387 致 Deadly Reckoning: Starting as a Police Officer at the Local Station 致命清算：从派出所民警开始 Xuan Ge Ming玄戈鸣Urban2.2M WordsOngoing A young body and a seasoned soul make for a record-breaking young achiever! Li Nan, a former special forces officer turned local police officer, accurately predicts events, avoids risks, seizes opportunities, plans industries ahead of time, and reads people and situations. He cuts through every obstacle, develops the economy with his forward-looking vision, and makes precise moves at crucial moments. He vows to reach the pinnacle of power and settle old scores from his past. 26.5kReads8.1Score2.8kShelves

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    Starting as a junior police officer, gradually climbing to the top! Well written, the story is very engaging.

38. 388 媳 My Wife Deng Xiaoyang, I'm Li Chaoyang 媳妇邓晓阳我叫李朝阳 Deng Xiaoyang and Li Chaoyang邓晓阳与李朝阳Urban13.4M WordsOngoing [Realism, political ups and downs, contests of human nature, and the turbulent 1990s] Political connections are the greatest resource. In 1985, I was discharged from the army and returned to my hometown. Though I had fought on the front lines and earned a third-class merit, I was still prepared to spend the rest of my life tending crops. While handling my paperwork at the township armed forces office, I met Li Shangwu, the head of the office. He was a transferred officer from another division in 58.1kReads9.4Score3.8kShelves

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    Reborn in 2004, Zhou Yang, an ordinary man, starts as a university teacher and uses his prophetic perspective to navigate the maze of officialdom, defying fate in the power struggles. His wisdom in climbing the ranks step by step and his treacherous political battles write a survival guide within the system, bearing the imprint of the times.

39. 389 官 Officialdom’s Disciple: After Coming Clean, I Rose Straight to the Top! 官徒，摊牌后我青云直上！ Zhou Big Tomato周大番茄Urban2.8M WordsCompleted He came top in the exams, only to have someone take his place. With no connections or backing, Lin Bei is left heartbroken when his wife betrays him. He marries into the Su family and endures three years of humiliation. Then an accident sends him soaring to success! The Su family regrets everything when they see what he’s achieved! Through the twists and turns of officialdom, he finally rises to the top! 12.1kReads8.1Score1.4kShelves

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    This is beautiful!

40. 390 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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    Raymond Lam's story is so good! It's really great.

41. 391 国 A Peerless Patriot: Reborn in Officialdom, 1976 国士无双：官场重生1976 Uncle Pie馅饼大叔Urban1.3M WordsCompleted First: Liu Hongyi is a top science student with two roles, one within the government system and the other as a university professor. Reborn in 1976, what must he do? You guessed it: enrich the nation and build a powerful military! Using his vast knowledge and insights far ahead of his time, he leads the people to prosperity while building powerful technology and armed forces. A great nation rises, the dragon soars in the East, and the foreign powers turn out to be me! Second: This is a genuine, 16.1kReads9.0Score1.9kShelves

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    This is a deeply moving novel, the best novel about returning to that era.

42. 392 跨 Crossing the Class Divide: My Position Packs a Lot of Clout 跨越阶层，我的职务含权量有点高 Jin Tang金唐Urban1.0M WordsCompleted Starting out as a civil servant in a small town, Xu Zhen defied the odds, rose rapidly, and climbed steadily up the ranks. There are political struggles, the freedom that comes with personal wealth, and a beautiful, capable wife with powerful connections backing him. 20.5kReads8.4Score1.6kShelves
43. 393 重 Reborn in the Millennium: My Career in Government Starts as a Beat Cop 重生千禧年：官场之路从片警开始 Write Until I Die码到死Urban3.2M WordsOngoing Liu Qingming's rebirth begins with a major case, one that cost him his job in his previous life. In this life, he'll take a different path. 6.3kReads8.9Score715Shelves

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    🎁The Rise of a Grassroots Selected Graduate to Power: A Tale of Grassroots Refinement. "Zhi" signifies unwavering determination, and "Lin" represents grace and favor; Zhang Zhilin's name perfectly encapsulates his life. Upon graduating with a doctorate, he immediately reached the pinnacle of civil service, becoming a centrally selected graduate, yet he plunged headlong into the crucible of grassroots work. Without any connections or support, relying solely on his grassroots resilience and wisdom, he was forged in the fires of the complex grassroots environment, refining himself through the minutiae of daily life. Every breakthrough was strategic, every promotion a testament to his commitment. Witness how he started from the grassroots, step by step knocking on the door to the pinnacle of power—a passionate and inspiring tale that will keep you hooked!

44. 394 重 Reborn in 1997: Dumped in the Archives from the Start, This Feels Familiar 重生97开局被扔档案室，很熟悉 Zhu Gaochi朱高赤Urban2.1M WordsOngoing Reborn + one female lead + play the pig to eat the tiger + face-slapping... Wang Zhijiang endured countless hardships in his previous life, dying bitter and regretful in his fifties... Now, let’s see how he makes a fresh start in this life. He works his way up from the grassroots, step by step reaching the pinnacle of power. He befriends powerful figures, business magnates, and elites from every walk of life, helps save Daxia from collapse, and remains committed to local development and the well 12.1kReads8.1Score712Shelves
45. 395 重 Reborn in Officialdom: I Can See Favorability Scores 重生官场，我能看见好感度 The Web Behind the Scenes幕后天网Urban352k WordsCompleted "One heroine" "Pure political drama" "Wits and courage" The political arena is like an iron gate. The ring on the left reads “For the people,” and the ring on the right reads “For office.” Whether you push the left side or the right, you cannot truly open the gate. Only by gripping both rings at once and pushing inward with all your strength can you finally enter the capital! 436Reads8.9Score100Shelves

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    The first novel was really good; I've been following it all along. The protagonist has a favorability system, although it doesn't appear very often, but it's the foundation he builds. You can also read the later books when you're looking for something to read.

46. 396 军 Military: Returning to 1985 to Become a Soldier 军旅：回到1985去当兵 Mother of Books书之母Male-Channel Fanfiction2.2M WordsOngoing [Modern World] [Special Forces] [Commander] [Faithful to History] [One Female Lead] [Soldiers Sortie] An accident sends a military enthusiast transmigrating to 1985. After a series of events, he manages to enlist in the army. Follow him as he writes a new chapter in his life. He serves in the Special Forces in the early stages, then becomes a military commander later on. This is not an invincible-protagonist story. The economy and military develop along different lines, making this a parallel u 4.4kReads8.2Score177Shelves
47. 397 阳 The Official Road Under the Sun 阳光下的官道 Nan Xiaohua南小华Urban1.2M WordsCompleted [No System + no rebirth + traditional political intrigue + slow burn. The author is a veteran writer of political novels, with over ten million words published. His works are realistic and highly readable, not mindless power fantasies. Read at your own discretion!] In the world of officialdom, everyone schemes against everyone else. How can Cao Rui, a commoner, stand out and make waves? This is a true political novel by Xiaohua. It boasts strong logic and an even stronger story. Quality guarante 4kReads9.3Score507Shelves
48. 398 重 Reborn in the Political Arena: My Patron Falls from Power at the Start 重生官场：开局靠山倒台 A Flower at the Tip of the Brush落笔一花Urban300k WordsOngoing [Not a power fantasy + Not a reskinned story + No System + No female lead + Political power struggles] People say the character for “official” has two mouths, but that's not really true. A true official is the subtle link between those two mouths. He must be able to pass on orders from above and guide those below. In his previous life, he spent thirty years struggling in officialdom without making any progress. Reborn, he found his powerful patron had fallen. This time, Ren Wu would take his fat 1Reads8.4Score—Shelves
49. 399 重 Reborn in the Government: Rising Straight to the Top 重生官场之青云直上 Dance from the Heart舞动于衷Urban1.5M WordsCompleted My new work is out! You can read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 474Reads8.6Score111Shelves
50. 400 宦 The Ups and Downs of Officialdom: From Teacher to Public Servant 宦海沉浮：从教师到公仆 I'm Just Here to Slack Off我就是个摸鱼的Urban1.1M WordsCompleted As a newly appointed teacher, Xie Lingfeng wanted to be a beacon of civilization, illuminating the world. But a chance encounter sent him into the government, where he embarked on a career navigating the tides of officialdom. “If I can’t be a teacher, then let me become a public servant who serves the people!” 2.1kReads8.4Score123Shelves

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    These two official novels are excellent; they are realistic and written in a smooth style!

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