Doesn't Tomato Really Have a Single Novel That Doesn't Rely on Making Characters Stupid to Move the Plot Along? 番茄真的不存在一篇不依靠降智来推进进度的文了吗

1. 1 丧 Year One of the Zombie Apocalypse: The Gray Mist Laws 丧尸元年：灰雾法则 FlyHsuehSci-Fi & Apocalypse317k WordsCompleted Deep down, everyone longs for the end of the world. A zombie apocalypse story that explores our own lives as the walking dead. To our bodies, destined to rot, and our immortal souls. The first book in the Year of the Zombie trilogy. 72Reads—Score—Shelves

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   I don't think so.

2. 2 做 Become the Big Shot's Beloved 做大佬的白月光 Heavenly Fire, Flowing Glaze天火流琉璃Two Male Leads196k WordsCompleted Two Male Leads, 1v1, Both Pure Three years later, Yu Linran found Qian Mo running a street stall. He apologized, vowed to change, and begged for forgiveness, but he could never win back Qian Mo's heart. It was already dead. Five years earlier, Qian Mo's mother had been gravely ill, and he had asked Yu Linran for money. Yu Linran refused. Only after his mother passed away did Yu Linran show up in front of him. He hated him, but what good would hating him do? It wouldn't bring his mother back. So 738Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Let's go...

3. 3 暗 A Dark Obsession Turns to Madness 暗瘾成狂 Heavenly Fire, Flowing Glaze天火流琉璃Modern Romance255k WordsCompleted Each volume is a completely new, standalone story. Volume One: Love Under the Stars: After Chen Guang was in a car accident, he lost the use of his legs. Bai Weixing cared for him for three years, enduring his insults and being driven away countless times. At last, his legs recovered, but she had no reason to stay by his side anymore. So she sensibly left. Chen Guang, however, couldn’t get used to her absence. Over the course of those more than a thousand days and nights, he had grown accustomed 365Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 4 异 Godslayer of the Alien Stars 异星戮神 Big Bars大杠杠Sci-Fi & Apocalypse462k WordsOngoing At last, Earth was destroyed by the vast divisions among humanity. Those who survived the apocalypse, if they could still be called human, were naturally the last ones standing. Yet they insisted on searching for a second Earth, seeking the very things they had once discarded without a second thought, even treating them with contempt. A piece of bread, a basket of steamed buns, a woman or a man: all became things they desperately wanted but could never have again. And so war broke out once more. 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This book is definitely not mind-numbing; you can read it with peace of mind.

5. 5 新 The Road to a New Era 新纪元之路 Tofu Who Likes Making Things Up喜欢瞎编的豆腐Eastern Fantasy486k WordsCompleted “You know, you and I are alike, and yet we’re different.” “You’re a warrior, and I’m a mage. How are we alike?” “We’re both highly talented and hardworking. Our fates are similar, too, and we’ve both loved women we couldn’t have.” “Oh? Then how are we different?” “Deep down, I’m a blazing fire in winter, while you’re ice that won’t melt in summer. There are some paths I may never be able to get past, but you can.” The two stared quietly at each other. Then, all at once, they fell silent... 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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   The premise is novel, the logic is consistent, and the plot is interesting.

6. 6 雷 The Memories of Old Hero Lei 雷老侠的回忆 Tofu Who Likes Making Things Up喜欢瞎编的豆腐Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted This is a humorous, long-running wuxia novel. As everyone knows, the Salted Fish Sect is the oldest and most mysterious martial arts school in history. Lei the Elder, who is 256 years old, happens to be the sect's last leader. Two editors from the Gini Knight Magazine interview him, and through his recollections, the Salted Fish Sect's hidden, turbulent history comes to light. The jianghu's endless grudges and its unforgettable tales of chivalry and devotion all vanish in the blink of an eye, be 202Reads8.1Score—Shelves
7. 7 灵 Lingqi 07 灵棋07 Super Meat Lover wo超级爱吃肉woEastern Fantasy247k WordsCompleted A cultivation novel: (You and I are both living beings upon the board of Heaven and Earth, but every step I take is by my own choice! My heart is my own player!) Cultivation realms: Jade Mystic (ten stages + the Ultimate Realm) → Heavenly Clarity (nine stages) → Mystic Clarity (five stages) → Mystic Clarity: Ultimate Realm Demon realms: Lesser Demon → Greater Demon → Demon King Weapons: Mortal Arms (ranks 1–9) → Spirit Arms (low, middle, and high grades) → Ultimate Spirit Arms → Hongmeng Immorta 20Reads—Score—Shelves

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   It's a traditional fantasy cultivation story, not mindless, with a novel and exciting plot, a touch of humor, plenty of highlights, delicate emotions, a strong female lead, a powerful couple, and ensemble cast. One person will be captivated, and a group of people will be captivated as well.

8. 8 猎 A Hunter’s Mortal Heart on the Path to Immortality 猎人凡心征仙途 Yu Zhen羽祯Eastern Fantasy454k WordsCompleted This is not a story about becoming an immortal, but an epic about cultivating humanity. When he points his sword at the abyss, what the shattered void reveals is a prison of karma forged from the obsessions of all living beings. Were those tribulation survivors who vanished in ancient times fighting against fate, or trying to reclaim the glimmer of humanity erased by immortal arts? This book offers not only a gripping adventure, but also profound reflections on human nature and the meaning of l 47Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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   The decline of fantasy novels stems from the mindless folly of villains, overpowered protagonists, endless leveling up and monster-slaying, and excessive padding. Check out this new book and embark on your cultivation journey.

9. 9 异 A World Teeming with Strange Beasts and My Sunset Spear Style 异兽满行的世界与我的夕阳红枪法 Tang Yin Tang Yin Tang Yin唐寅唐寅唐寅Urban1.8M WordsOngoing [Urban Supernatural Powers + Power Rankings + No System, No Cliches + Expansive Worldbuilding + Witty Throughout + Heartwarming and Funny Supernatural Story] Strange beasts and strange objects exist in this world, unseen by ordinary people. Those who awaken supernatural bodies, however, are different. They're collectively known as "Supernaturalists," and they usually operate in teams. Wang Qiren, an urban youth who only wants to make money, takes a high-paying job as a lookout on a deserted isl 191Reads6.2Score—Shelves

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   I'm here to recommend it! 🔥🔥 Urban fantasy, action-packed, slice-of-life adventure interspersed with heartwarming moments. The writing is humorous, the plot flows smoothly, and every adventure is a journey of redemption.

10. 10 战 The God of War Returns: The CEO’s Superpowered Stay-at-Home Dad 战神归来：总裁家的异能奶爸 There Is No Yan Ruyu in This Book书中并无颜如玉Urban759k WordsCompleted She makes the Japanese devils beg for mercy, and beats the English into returning the national treasures. Without his aura as a God of War, he’s just a stay-at-home dad in an apron, using the hands that once shook the stars to cook a warm dinner for his family… 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    He beat the poor kids to their knees begging for mercy, and even made the British return their national treasures. Stripped of his war god aura, he's just a stay-at-home dad in an apron, using his hands that once shook the stars to cook warm dinners for his family, protecting his home and country in his own way.

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