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1. 101 重 Reborn to Study Medicine, My Wife from My Previous Life Becomes a Simp 重生学医，前世妻子成舔狗 The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山7k WordsCompleted Reborn to Study Medicine, My Wife from My Past Life Becomes a Devoted Follower 11Reads—Score—14d adds
2. 102 嫌 You Broke Up With Me for Being Poor, So Why Are You Crying and Begging Me Now? 嫌我穷提分手，转头你哭着求我？ The Snail Doesn't Climb Mountains蜗牛不爬山Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted You dumped me for being poor, and now you come crying and begging me? 11Reads—Score—14d adds
3. 103 重 Reborn to Save My Gloomy Boyfriend, Only to Be Forced into Love 重生救赎阴郁男友，反被强制爱 One Bored Rich Lady无聊富婆一枚Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted “Spoiled, selfish heiress VS brooding, devoted campus heartthrob” “Mutual devotion + sweet and bittersweet angst + past and present lives” Only after Shen Xingchen died did she learn the truth: The brooding man she had feared and guarded against her whole life was the only person in the world who loved her with all his heart. He cleared every obstacle for her and gave her everything. Then, right in front of her, he leapt from the stage at a press conference. * Shen Xingchen opened her eyes and 3.9kReads6.5Score21514d adds

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   He would give her whatever she wanted, including leaving him. Seeing that she was in trouble, he withdrew first. So humble that she even gives up her qualifications to be loved, as long as she feels relaxed.

4. 104 雪 Xue Wutong 雪梧桐 Xun Bai荀柏710k WordsCompleted [Republican-era ensemble cast + love of country + two powerful leads + older man/younger woman + sweet romance + pursuit of love + powerful man bows his head + heartbreaking angst + bad ending] In the Republican era, Nanjing was home to two renowned romantics. I do not believe in Buddha, but I would kneel at every temple in Nanjing if only Heaven would give me back my wife. Zhou Qingshi, courtesy name Changyu, was the eldest son and eldest grandson of the Zhou family, and ninth in birth order. 400Reads8.6Score—14d adds

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   The male lead is a legendary figure in Nanjing, the antagonist is a warlord, and the two are evenly matched. The female lead is a talented woman from Nanjing.

5. 105 高 Powerful Families: In the End, We Weren’t Destined to Be Together Those Years 高干：总之，那几年我们没有缘分 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Power Couple: Anyway, We Weren't Meant to Be in Those Years 118Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Bebe!

6. 106 陷 Trapped in the Abyss of Depression, My Husband Saved My Life 陷在抑郁深渊，老公救我一命 Chen Mengla陈梦拉10k WordsCompleted Trapped in the depths of depression, my husband saved my life 740Reads—Score—14d adds
7. 107 那 Those Years! Losing My Mind! Chasing Her Through Hell! A Childhood That Went Wrong 那些年！精神失常！追妻火葬场！小时候过不好的经历 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Those Years! Mental Breakdown! The Wife-Chasing Road to Ruin! A Troubled Childhood 297Reads—Score—14d adds
8. 108 追 Chasing Her Through Hell: A Marriage That Spoiled Its Sweetheart 追夫火葬场:养成系婚姻“宠坏了” Chen Mengla陈梦拉Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted The Wife-Chasing Road to Ruin: A “Spoiled” Grooming-Style Marriage 234Reads—Score—14d adds
9. 109 恶 Diary of a Villainess in the Making: Obsessive! Niche! Powerful Family! Childhood Sweethearts! 恶女养成日记:病娇！小众！高干！青梅竹马！ Chen Mengla陈梦拉Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted Diary of a Villainess in the Making: Obsessive Love! Niche! Powerful Family! Childhood Friends! 163Reads—Score—14d adds
10. 110 第 The He Family, Book One 《何家》第一部 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The He Family, Part One 77Reads—Score—14d adds
11. 111 小 Married Life of a Little Lamb and a Big Bad Wolf 小绵羊与大灰狼的婚后生活 Chen Mengla陈梦拉Modern Romance58k WordsCompleted A sheepish woman with only a middle school education, and a big bad wolf with a high school education. They have a three-year-old son and two elderly parents at home. A story of everyday life, told in a simple, warm style, about married life. 30Reads—Score—14d adds
12. 112 追 Chasing Her Through Hell: A Portrait of a Married Woman's Growth 追妻火葬场:已婚女性的成长图鉴 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The Wife-Chasing Road to Ruin: A Portrait of a Married Woman’s Growth 28Reads—Score—14d adds
13. 113 关 A Collection of Stories About A Nuo 关于阿诺的故事合集 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted A Collection of Stories About A Nuo 19Reads—Score—14d adds
14. 114 高 Powerful Family: A Letter to My First-Love Senior 高干:写给初恋学长的信 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Powerful Family: A Letter to My First Love, Senior 41Reads—Score—14d adds
15. 115 从 From School Uniforms to Wedding Gowns: Mr. Gu, Stop Fighting 从校服到婚纱:顾总，别打了。 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted From School Uniforms to Wedding Dress: President Gu, Stop Hitting Me. 32Reads—Score—14d adds
16. 116 出 Rental-Apartment Romance: Sweet! Devoted! After Making It Big, I Spoil My Wife 出租屋文学:甜宠!双洁!创业成功之后我特别疼老婆 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Rental Apartment Romance: Sweet and Fluffy! Both Pure! After Building a Successful Business, I Spoil My Wife Rotten 37Reads—Score—14d adds
17. 117 顾 After Gu Xingyao's Miscarriage and Suicide, Mr. He Regretted Everything 顾星遥流产自杀后，何总后悔了。 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted After Gu Xingyao miscarried and took her own life, President He regretted everything. 53Reads—Score—14d adds
18. 118 破 Mending a Broken Relationship: After Cheating and Lying to His Wife, Young Mr. Jiang Wept and Begged on His Knees 破镜重圆:出轨欺骗老婆后，小江总哭着下跪 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted Rekindled Love: After Cheating on and Deceiving His Wife, Young President Jiang Wept and Fell to His Knees 34Reads—Score—14d adds
19. 119 追 Chasing Her Through Hell: The Campus Heartthrob Pursues His Wife Through Tears 追妻火葬场，校草边哭唧唧边追老婆 Chen Mengla陈梦拉6k WordsCompleted The Ex-Wife Chase from Hell: The Campus Heartthrob Chases His Wife While Sobbing 19Reads—Score—14d adds
20. 120 我 Our Farewell Letter 我们的告别信 Zhu Ge朱戈Modern Romance136k WordsCompleted [Secret crush + healing + school life + bittersweet ending] This is a very ordinary story about a girl's entire youth. At sixteen, Li Zhen fell for a boy as radiant and passionate as the sun. His name was Duan Sicheng. He told her, “If you can't find your way, just focus on the road beneath your feet for now, Li. The sunny days will come.” “When the sun is shining, let's go for a walk together.” But sadly, they never got to see those sunny days. Later, Li Zhen finally understood that not every t 108Reads—Score—14d adds
21. 121 大 The Imperial Consort of the Great Sheng Dynasty 大盛皇妃 Shu Yiyu书亦娱Ancient Romance1.4M WordsOngoing Ensemble cast + revenge + black lotus + multiple couples + intense push and pull + a sense of fate + not mutually chaste + high-IQ palace intrigue escalating into political schemes + tragic romance + fictional history + a battlefield of love rivals The main battleground is the imperial court: beneath its glittering, splendid facade lie witty, amusing daily life and a brutal, blood-soaked core. The palace secrets are depicted in detail. Some content may be disturbing. This is a bad ending. If you 835Reads—Score10214d adds

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    How about a palace intrigue novel? This is a top-notch work that subverts typical palace intrigue and power struggles, with a detailed depiction of palace secrets and a plot that avoids clichés. The logic is clear, the daily life is lighthearted and humorous, the power struggles are intense, and the female protagonist is ridiculed upon entering the palace. She has to rely entirely on herself. There are no cheat codes, no time travel, and no reincarnation. She navigates the treacherous and dark harem, and the content may be disturbing, the kind that might drive readers away. The female protagonist, a discarded wife, cleverly uses schemes to achieve multiple goals with one move in order to enter the palace for revenge. Have you ever seen a palace intrigue novel where both men and women fight? It depicts the tragedy of the ancient feudal system, showcasing the brutality of court struggles and the complexities of human nature.

22. 122 吾 My County Magistrate Boyfriend Is Growing Up 吾家县长男友初长成 Wan Qian, Who Loves Cantonese Soup爱吃广府汤的万千帝主Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Rural revitalization · Workplace maneuvering · Intellectual romance · Family warmth] [Healing] [A gentle, steady pace] [Leaves a lasting impression] [Public sector] [Contemporary realism] Here, you’ll find: √ How a highly intelligent male and female lead pursue their careers while falling in love √ Solid, compelling depictions of rural revitalization and the political landscape √ Warm, witty, and insightful family life and intergenerational communication √ The respectful, restrained, profound 1.5kReads8.0Score14614d adds

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    A story set within the system, featuring high-ranking officials, a slow burn; the emotional tension only starts around chapter 30, but it's definitely a pleasant surprise! 🤦🤦 Savor it slowly, the more you read, the more interesting it becomes.

23. 123 一 Accidentally Falling in Love with You: Lan Qingqing 一不小心爱上你之蓝晴晴 Plenty of Pig Rice猪米多多60k WordsCompleted Falling in Love with You by Accident: Lan Qingqing 8Reads—Score—14d adds
24. 124 京 First Frost in Beijing and Hong Kong 京港逢霜降 Li Yueyi李悦颐Modern Romance217k WordsOngoing A rotten man with a real heart × a prickly little white rabbit Class gap + substitute romance + reunion after years apart + the pursuit of a runaway wife The first time Wen Shuangjiang met Liang Jingxu, she knew they were from different worlds. They crossed paths on a film set. His car splashed mud all over her, and he drove off without a word of apology. She lost her chance at the job. When they met again, she was flinging her room key at a producer’s face. He had a curvy woman in his arms, 434Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The main selling point is its good looks.

25. 125 南 Addicted to Yearning in the North of Nancheng 南城以北贪恋成瘾 Li Yu立羽Modern Romance250k WordsOngoing Everyone knows that Lin Mojing, the young master of Nanjiang, is disciplined and celibate, never showing a crack in his composure. That was until he met Cen Xi. He stood by her through her darkest days, let her break every rule, and spoiled her until everyone envied her. She, too, once truly believed she had found her light... Until one day, his legitimate fiancée appeared in high heels and casually slapped a family marriage contract in her face. Her red lips curled into a smile. “I've had my fu 13Reads—Score—14d adds

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    My heart is breaking after watching this.

26. 126 锦 The Star Brocade Chronicles 锦星录 Xun Bai荀柏Urban351k WordsCompleted [Modern Setting + Two Male Leads + Sweet Romance + Unforgettable Love + Angst + The Love of a Lifetime + Bad Ending] This is just a practice story. I don’t know what I’m doing, so I’ll look things up as I go. It’s purely for practice, and I’m writing it all over the place. Two boys meet and begin to support each other and grow together. One is bright and sunny, playful and adorable; the other is composed, reserved, and courteous. One burns like the blazing sun, the other is gentle as moonlight. 28Reads—Score—14d adds

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    High-ranking officials don't easily show their faces in public, so why would they take a fancy to an innocent young woman?

27. 127 蝶 Butterfly Shadows Return to Dust: Sold into Prostitution by My Mother-in-Law, My Ex-Husband Searched for Me for Ten Years 蝶影归尘：被婆母卖入风尘，前夫寻了我整整十年 Ni Ah Ni Ge Ni氼啊氼个氼55k WordsCompleted The Butterfly’s Shadow Returns to Dust: Sold into a Life of Vice by My Mother-in-Law, My Ex-Husband Searched for Me for Ten Years 319Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The pinnacle of Republican-era tragic romance, *Butterfly Shadow Returns to Dust* | "Sir, you've mistaken me for someone else"—with one sentence, she severed his ten-year obsession. At fifteen, she was Lin Die'er, a daughter of a prestigious family. Forced to marry a dark-skinned man with a square face and thick eyebrows. On her wedding night, she tearfully vowed never to submit. Later, she became a young wife in the Zhang family. For four months, he slept in the study and on the floor, never crossing the line. Until that slap—he was the first to rush forward, shielding her behind him, his trembling hand gently stroking her swollen cheek, his eyes red as he asked, "Does it hurt?" At that moment, she suddenly couldn't tell if it was resentment, hatred, or love. She had just mustered the courage to tell him, "I'm pregnant with your child," but her mother-in-law, under the guise of profit, sold her to her husband's half-son. Later still, she became a prisoner in a deep mansion. Confined to a separate courtyard, she suffered torment day and night, giving birth to a son. The man didn't know—the child wasn't his. She gritted her teeth and survived, just so he would raise the child of his enemy for the rest of his life. Then came the courtesan. Then came the Japanese spy, Chiba Kaoruko. Finally, the soul who took a bullet for someone else. Six identities, three names. Only the name "Lin Die'er" belonged to her until death. Ten years of turmoil, a chance encounter on a long street. His temples were streaked with gray, and he rushed forward like a madman, grabbing her wrist. She merely coldly pulled her hand away, saying in broken Japanese, "Sir, you've mistaken me for someone else." Turning the corner, she leaned against the cold wall, covered her mouth, and wept silently. He died without knowing that the child he had held in the Xiao mansion, named Yi'an, was his and her only son. She died without knowing who she had loved most in her life. [Crying][crying] Human romance cannot wait for a long-lasting union; the butterfly's shadow returns to dust, with no return to be awaited.

28. 128 光 All Beings Beneath the Light 光遇众生 The Quiet Duke静谧的公爵Anime Fanfiction976k WordsOngoing Adventure + high-IQ showdowns + suspicious, scheming characters + no female lead + ensemble cast + slow pace + revelations about the world’s truth, layer by layer (A Sky: Children of the Light fanfiction) After transmigrating into the world of Sky: Children of the Light, the Duke becomes a Light Child manipulated by the ancestors. “Go make an offering,” they say. “It is your supreme glory.” He believes them and fights his way forward with his companions, only to discover the horrifying truth aft 166Reads—Score—14d adds

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    If you're looking for a angst-filled novel, the kind that leaves you feeling empty and reeling for days, then this is for you! It's not the kind of gratuitous, industrial-grade angst, but rather a… slow, exquisite despair. You'll follow the main characters from their initial fervent belief, to their growing unease, and finally, the collapse of their faith. Most importantly, the author's writing is like an icicle; the more heartwarming the beautiful scenes, the more brutally they are shattered later. Every character in this ensemble will tug at your heartstrings; their tragedies aren't accidents, but the inevitable result of this cold, unforgiving world. The pacing is slow, but each stroke is like a slow, agonizing cut; the novel premise will both captivate and chill you to the bone. A hidden gem from a new author, a niche but definitely a top-tier angst novel!

29. 129 蝶 Butterfly Shadows Return to Dust: My Husband's Enemy Seizes Me by Force 蝶影归尘：丈夫的的仇人对我强娶豪夺 Ni Ah Ni Ge Ni氼啊氼个氼15k WordsCompleted Butterfly Shadows Return to Dust: My Husband's Enemy Forces Me into Marriage 24Reads—Score—14d adds
30. 130 清 A Gentle Breeze Meets the White Dew 清风遇白露 Honey Baby哈尼宝宝Modern Romance453k WordsCompleted In their previous lives, three people laid the groundwork for an entanglement that would continue into the next... One defied the will of Heaven and feared no karmic retribution, forcibly changing her fate for her; One was destined to be bound to her, their names written side by side on the Three Lives Stone; And one, after her death, set up a memorial tablet for her and built a shrine in her honor, keeping her soul from dispersing and giving it a place to return to. In this life, all three are 294Reads8.2Score—14d adds

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    This novel features two male protagonists and one female protagonist, telling the story of a contest between predestined fate and the power of human intervention to change one's destiny. The entire novel is very sweet and worth reading.

31. 131 打 I Lost a Fight, So I Deserved to Become a Peerless Fairy Monster 打架输了活该穿成绝世大妖精 Big Dragon Fruit大那火龙果Ancient Romance566k WordsCompleted [Male-to-female transformation, gender-bender, exclusive romance, brainless fun, thrilling throughout with a touch of angst.] [Fantasy immortal-demon world meets ancient reality] [forced love + sweet romance + no saintly heroine] [Insight + bewitching charm + dazzling beauty + demonic physician + lightning-fast makeovers] Before transmigrating, he was a ruthless demon lord. Afterward, she became an ordinary young woman. The original owner was the legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister's house 488Reads—Score—14d adds

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32. 132 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—14d adds

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    A sweet and heartwarming story of growth and development within the system! Zhou Weiqing guides Jiang Nanxing step-by-step, from her work to her social skills. An 8-year age gap—the romance of a mature man!

33. 133 我 I Am His Vermilion Mole for All Eternity 我是他永生永世的朱砂痣 Ni Ah Ni Ge Ni氼啊氼个氼Modern Romance186k WordsOngoing [Age gap | Devastating BE | Fate across two lifetimes | Realistic angsty romance | Ye-Tai relationship | Male Ye, female Tai | Love grows over time | School life | Former girlfriends] Falling in love with someone you can't spend your life with is perfectly ordinary in this world. If you've fallen for someone like that too, leave the ending to fate. What belongs to you won't escape you, and reaching for what isn't yours is needless. I, Wu Xile, am eighteen and grew up in a broken single-parent f 15Reads—Score—14d adds

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    These are all worth watching.

34. 134 绝 The Stunning Supermodel's Forceful Love 绝美超模强制爱 Riding the Wind and Waves乘风乘水Modern Romance325k WordsCompleted [Coercive love + controlling behavior + conspiracy and romance] Wang Yijin is an orphan. At ten, she is adopted by the wealthy Xi family, a powerful family in the capital. She spends her days caring for their young master, Xi Lier, who suffers from anger issues and depression. Xi Lier’s love for Wang Yijin suffocates her, and she does everything she can to escape the Xi family. When she grows up, she reunites with Luo Jiaye, who was also an orphan as a child, and falls in love with him. After a 1.2kReads—Score—14d adds

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    In this book, the male protagonist falls in love with the female protagonist at first sight, but she refuses to reciprocate and marries someone else. He then seduces her husband, and she runs away with him, but he doesn't let her go.

35. 135 地 Hellfire: The Chosen One 地狱之火：天选者 Xiaofeng Studio筱枫工作室Urban338k WordsCompleted Wei Xiaorong wrapped up her work and raced all the way home. What the hell! In such a hurry? The landlady had opened her door before she’d even gotten home! Wei Xiaorong charged inside, determined to demand another month’s rent as compensation. Otherwise, there was no way she was moving out today! Wait, who was this? Who the hell are you?! Those eyes! That face! That dashing, devastatingly handsome look! Wei Xiaorong threw herself at him and burst into tears, cursing as she sobbed: “You wretched 19Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The ultimate sweet and satisfying romance novel! "Hellfire" features an incredibly thrilling comeback story, while "Journey to the Mountains and Seas" showcases an exceptionally sweet love story. Yu Xiaofeng embarks on a legendary life in the city, with exciting workplace battles and sweet and romantic interactions that will keep you hooked!

36. 136 奔 An Absurd Journey to the Mountains and Seas 奔赴山海荒诞 Xiaofeng Studio筱枫工作室Urban287k WordsOngoing At thirty-four, Yu Xiaofeng walked away with nothing, leaving his ex-wife the entire family fortune. With 300,000 yuan in his pocket and his child-prodigy daughter by his side, he set out to start over. He was adrift at rock bottom when his extraordinary talent for deduction swept him into a national undertaking tied to the livelihood of the country and its people. He is no playboy surrounded by women for his own amusement. Every woman at his side has a purpose and a destiny: his leading lady i 18Reads—Score—14d adds
37. 137 诀 City of Farewells 诀别之城 Ye Family Member Who Loves Cabbage and Celery爱吃白菜芹菜的叶家人Modern Romance533k WordsCompleted Three years ago, a devastating betrayal left Yang Jie heartbroken, and she called off the wedding she had looked forward to all her life. She thought she and Ye Mao would have nothing more to do with each other. Three years later, the man who had hurt her so deeply appeared before her again, quietly pleading for forgiveness. The real estate industry is a cutthroat world, and people are hard to read. Her former lover presses closer at every turn, and their old feelings refuse to fade. This time —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This is a poignant love story set against the backdrop of the difficult lives of real estate professionals. It tells the tale of Yang Jie, a real estate worker, and her growth through love and career. It's not a typical rebirth or time-travel fantasy novel; rather, it's a story that requires time and careful reading to fully appreciate.

38. 138 他 He Watched Her in Secret for Two Years 他偷看了她两年 Han An Jing涵桉婧Modern Romance369k WordsCompleted [Secret Campus Crush + Tragic Ending + Dual Perspectives] [The Coward × The One He Admires] If he'd been a little braver back then, would things have turned out differently? She would never know that someone had loved her for his entire youth. They accidentally collided at the turn in the stairwell, and she blushed, apologized, then turned and walked away. But in that moment, he etched her image into his heart. He waited at the finish line during PE, watching for her to run up. At fla 3Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The male and female leads didn't end up together. The male lead went to live in another place, and the female lead only found out at the end that the male lead had been secretly in love with her for so many years.

39. 139 囚 Imprisoned in Snow: Begging Her to Take Me In 囚雪：求她入怀 The Magic of Roses蔷薇的魔法Modern Romance425k WordsCompleted Just launched, so the rating will gradually rise over time. A wild, unconventional plot. Dive in without worry. [Unhinged brothers × forced love × a cutthroat rivalry for her affection] Xue’er’s whole life has been trapped in an invisible cage, with nowhere to run. Her life was bleak. She met Chen Guolun and gave him her whole heart, only to become entangled in misunderstandings, schemes, and the cruel twists of fate, suffering through love. Lin Haoting is an utterly obsessive madman. Domineerin 14Reads7.3Score—14d adds

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    They didn't end up together.

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