Looking for Novels Written by True Cultivators 求真正修行者写的小说

255 虚 The Void Dharma Realm 虚空法界，细雨著 Fine Rain, Warm Yiyi细雨奕暖Urban1.9M WordsOngoing The Void Dharma Realm is a remarkable book, arguably the only one of its kind in the world today. It will completely uncover the mystery of memory between lives and change the frequency of human consciousness. Volume One offers a rough introduction to the unknown reality of the void across seventeen chapters. Even this overview is enough to make your brain work. It is recommended that you first read Xiyu’s The Homecoming of the Amnesiac, which will provide some basic concepts. The book introduce 109Reads—Score—14d adds

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Then you definitely shouldn't miss "The Realm of Emptiness." To determine whether a source is truly valid, you need to consider whether it operates on the principles of simultaneity (parallel universes) and time synchronization (multi-dimensional superimposed universes). For sources presented from this perspective, the following books are worth studying; your inner self will provide the answer. [Heart emoji]

261 香 A Dream of Fragrant Colors 香色撩人梦 The God of Wealth's Hand财神爷的手Urban973k WordsCompleted There are no good people or bad people in this world. There are only the awakened and the unawakened. A select few are born twice! Once when their bodies are born, and once when their souls awaken… Only fools are truly alive… 108Reads6.2Score—14d adds

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263 天 The Book of Go for All Under Heaven 天下弈书 Wild Pen Revives狂笔苏生Urban224k WordsOngoing This book contains profound wisdom drawn from metaphysics and Chinese classical learning, and should be read with an open heart. [It is recommended that you read Nine Li Demon Lord first, as the stories connect. Of course, you can still enjoy this book without reading it.] The Dharma-ending Age. Morality has fallen into decline, men and women are at odds, and faith has collapsed. Following prophecies left behind by the ancients, people today await the birth of a sage who will save the people fro 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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The author of "The Book of Chess" obtained a cheat code called "Genius Disease" (bipolar disorder) while in a mental hospital, becoming a true enlightened being with top-tier metaphysical wisdom.

266 恒 The Constant Register of Parables 恒籍寓鉴 Xuanyuan Badao轩辕霸道Modern Romance1.2M WordsOngoing Synopsis of The Book of Constant Records: Tales to Awaken the Mind and Discern the Truth With “drawing wisdom from the classics to illuminate the questions of today” as its guiding principle, this book selects over a hundred classic fables and anecdotes from the various schools of philosophy, historical biographies and notes, and folk tradition. These include “The Frog at the Bottom of the Well” from Zhuangzi, “Making Up the Numbers” from Han Feizi, and “The Man from Qi Who Worried the Sky Would 10Reads—Score614d adds

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Rules define boundaries, and following principles brings peace. Through the vicissitudes of time and the flow of history, the ancient wisdom of life is hidden within the long river of Chinese history. Our ancestors often said: "Rules define boundaries, principles define limits, and within a square inch, one can advance or retreat with peace." These sixteen characters encapsulate the fundamentals of being a person, handling affairs, governing a country, and achieving success. This is not an obscure or difficult principle, but rather hidden in historical anecdotes, in the words and deeds of the ancients, and in the rise and fall of dynasties and states. Simple and straightforward, yet it can benefit one for a lifetime. Legend has it that during the Spring and Autumn Period, numerous states existed across the nine provinces. Among them were two neighboring small states: Dingfang and Xunlu. Their lands were connected, their customs similar, and initially both were small states with modest power. However, within a few decades, their fates diverged dramatically. One suffered from internal strife and widespread poverty, ultimately leading to its demise; the other enjoyed peace and prosperity, becoming a powerful nation. The root of the problem lies in the different understandings and practices of "rules, regulations, boundaries, and the art of advancement and retreat." The ruler of Dingfang was naturally arrogant and capricious, and detested any constraints. Upon ascending the throne, he abolished the governing principles and rules established by his ancestors, boasting that "only by acting as one pleases can the country be prosperous and the people at peace." In court, he rewarded and punished officials entirely according to his whims. Loyal ministers who dared to speak out were demoted for offending the emperor; sycophants who flattered him were promoted and ennobled. The common people were even more without rules or regulations: vendors in the markets cheated on weights and measures and inflated prices, with no one to stop them; farmers in the fields fought over land, cultivating it haphazardly, with unclear boundaries; neighbors quarreled and bullied each other, making lawsuits difficult to resolve. Initially, the ruler believed that breaking the rules meant freedom, and that he could make everyone in the court and the country act according to his will. Before long, the court descended into chaos: ministers no longer served diligently, focusing instead on understanding the emperor's mind and pursuing personal gain; governance was neglected, and state affairs were left unattended. The common people were in turmoil: merchants lost their integrity, people refused to go to markets, and commerce withered away; farmers had no boundaries for their land, fighting over every acre, resulting in year after year of declining harvests. Some advised the emperor to revive the rules of his ancestors and establish clear boundaries, but he scoffed: "Rules are shackles that bind people's hearts; only by breaking these shackles can one be free." He didn't understand that once rules are established, order and structure naturally follow. The ancients used compasses to create circles and squares to draw them; without them, standard circles and squares cannot be drawn. The same principle applies to everything in the world. Without rules, one loses moral compass; without rules in conduct, one loses order; without rules in governing a country, one loses the foundation for stability. The ruler of Dingfang Kingdom recklessly trampled on rules and broke through the boundaries that should have been upheld. While seemingly gaining unlimited freedom, he actually plunged the entire country into chaotic disarray. Meanwhile, the ruler of Xunlu Kingdom consistently adhered to the sixteen-character principle, proceeding cautiously and governing his country with remarkable order. This ruler deeply understood that everything in the universe has its own laws, and all things in the world have their boundaries. His first act upon ascending the throne was to review the governing rules left by his ancestors, combining them with the laws of nature and the livelihoods of the people to refine the laws and clarify boundaries: In the court, he established clear rules of reward and punishment, rewarding merit and punishing wrongdoing, without judging right or wrong based on personal whims; among the common people, he demarcated farmland boundaries and established rules for trade, with farmers fulfilling their duties, merchants operating with integrity, and neighbors valuing harmony; even the ruler himself established rules of self-discipline, refraining from indulging in pleasure and acting recklessly, upholding the bottom line and boundaries of being a ruler. He often told his court officials, "Heaven has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter, alternating in an orderly fashion—this is the law of heaven and earth. Earth has four directions: east, west, south, and north, with clear boundaries—this is the rule of the earth. Humans stand between heaven and earth; if they do not follow the laws of heaven and earth, do not abide by the rules of human society, and do not distinguish the boundaries of their actions, they will surely suffer retribution." He governed the country according to these laws, always acting in accordance with the natural order. Spring planting, summer weeding, autumn harvest, and winter storage—he strictly guided the people's labor according to the seasons, ensuring no agricultural delays. Therefore, grain harvests were plentiful year after year, and the people had no worries about food and clothing. Officials were selected based on talent and virtue, without favoritism. The court was filled with upright and capable individuals, and the government was clean and efficient. In foreign relations, he adhered to the bottom line, neither initiating disputes nor fearing powerful enemies, acting with moderation and never overstepping boundaries. For the people, the ruler further exemplified this through words and deeds, ensuring everyone understood the rules, abided by the laws, and maintained their composure. He told the people that one must have a sense of propriety and know when to advance and retreat. In all things, one should avoid greed, rashness, overstepping boundaries, and overreaching; by upholding inner principles, one can achieve steady and long-term progress. If a farmer attempts to illegally cultivate barren mountains to expand arable land, officials will immediately stop them, explaining that forests have natural growth patterns, and excessive cultivation will damage the soil and water, violating natural laws and ultimately resulting in more harm than good. If a merchant seeks to hoard goods for exorbitant profits, the government will punish them according to the rules, explaining that there are boundaries to fair trade, and that losing integrity and breaking the rules will not last. Over time, in this law-abiding nation, from the king and ministers to ordinary citizens, everyone abides by the rules, understands boundaries, follows the laws, and knows their place. The court is stable, the people are united, and everyone performs their duties and lives within their bounds, acting within the bounds and leaving room for others; the entire nation presents an image of peace and harmony. The ruler who upheld the principles of governance, acting with measured restraint and neither arrogant nor impetuous, avoided both reckless expansion and militarism, as well as cowardly retreat and stagnation. He consistently remained within the bounds of established rules and regulations, steadily strengthening his nation. In contrast, the state of Dingfang, lacking rules, disregarding borders, and defying natural laws, experienced escalating internal strife. The people suffered from hunger and cold, becoming displaced and homeless; court officials vied for power, killing each other; and the ruler remained obstinate and unrepentant. Ultimately, in this internal strife, the state disintegrated and perished completely. The last ruler of Dingfang only realized his mistake at the very end, but it was too late. He failed to understand that rules are the principles of heaven and earth, and borders are the boundaries of action. Disregarding rules and overstepping boundaries may seem to bring temporary gains, but ultimately, it will lead to disastrous consequences. The Kingdom of Xunlu, by adhering to its rules, established a well-defined framework for governance; by following the laws of nature, it clarified the boundaries of its actions; by upholding its principles, it achieved national harmony; and by understanding when to advance and when to retreat, it secured lasting peace. Over several decades, the people of Xunlu lived in peace and prosperity, and the kingdom grew increasingly powerful. Neighboring smaller states flocked to pay homage and learn from its example, making it a rare haven of peace amidst chaos. Later, the wisdom of the Xunlu ruler was passed down through generations, and the sixteen-character mantra gradually became ingrained in the Chinese psyche. Looking back at history, this principle can be found in countless anecdotes. Qin Shi Huang unified China, standardized weights and measures, and established laws, using these rules to define the boundaries of the realm and thus laying the foundation for a unified empire. However, his later reign was marked by harsh and tyrannical rule, exceeding the boundaries of governance for the people and violating the principles of popular support, ultimately leading to the dynasty's demise after only two generations. Emperors Wen and Jing of the Han Dynasty, on the other hand, adhered to the principles of recuperation and development, maintained low taxes and levies, and upheld the principles of being a people-oriented ruler. They avoided rash actions and unnecessary disruptions, achieving a peaceful and prosperous reign, thus creating the golden age of Wen and Jing. Zhuge Liang of the Three Kingdoms period was known for his strict military discipline and adherence to rules. He acted with discretion and measured action, never overstepping his bounds even when wielding great power. He maintained military discipline through rules and planned battles with strategic thinking, achieving repeated victories and earning a place in history. The same principle applies to life. Without rules, there is no order; without understanding principles, boundaries are hard to discern; without maintaining one's composure, fulfillment is difficult; without knowing when to advance and retreat, peace is elusive. In life, one must abide by the rules of conduct: filial piety and love for family, honesty and trustworthiness, and kindness to others. These are the foundations of one's character and conduct. Upholding these rules provides a framework for one's behavior and prevents one from making mistakes. In actions, one must follow the laws of things and understand the boundaries of one's actions: acting in accordance with the laws yields twice the results with half the effort; acting against the laws is futile. Everything has boundaries: do not pry into others' privacy, do not cross their bottom line, and do not overstep moral and legal boundaries. Upholding these boundaries is upholding the bottom line of one's actions. In dealing with the world, one must maintain inner peace and know the wisdom of advancing and retreating: with inner peace, one will not be greedy or impatient for quick success, but will know when to stop and act within one's capabilities; knowing when to advance and retreat prevents one from blindly showing off or acting unilaterally, remaining humble in success and undeterred in failure, giving one's all when advancing and protecting oneself when retreating. All things in heaven and earth have their predetermined order; all aspects of human life have their own rules. Rules are the foundation of character, principles are the way of conduct, boundaries are the measure of humanity, and inner peace is the method of self-cultivation. By abiding by rules, one can establish oneself; by following principles, one can understand boundaries; by guarding one's inner peace, one can achieve fulfillment; by knowing when to advance and retreat, one can enjoy tranquility. This is the ancient wisdom for navigating life, devoid of flowery language or profound philosophy, yet simple and weighty in the daily grind and the actions of a lifetime. May each of us understand rules, abide by principles, guard our inner peace, and know when to advance and retreat, standing firm within the rules, moving forward within the principles, cultivating ourselves within our inner peace, and finding tranquility in the balance of advancement and retreat, thus walking a steady path in life and reaping fulfillment and inner peace.

268 万 All Paths Lead to the Netherworld 万法归宗幽冥路 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban441k WordsCompleted The male lead regains his youth and cultivates immortality while working as a gatekeeper at an art school. He has eight immortal senior sisters from the Maoshan School’s Zhengyi Sect, an adorable little fox from Qingqiu Mountain, and Jiegeng, a thousand-year-old demoness. The capital’s number-one Grand Princess comes looking for a hug from him every night. 187Reads—Score10614d adds

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Does worldly experience and cultivation count as immortality cultivation? It's about a gatekeeper from an unusual school, a celestial master. It's a lighthearted, urban fantasy novel.

272 都 The First Immortal Returns to the City 都市归来第一仙 Wu Xiaowu勿小悟Urban4.1M WordsCompleted After six years of blood and turmoil, he returned as the pinnacle of another world. He had spent sixty thousand years cultivating in that other world, slaying immortals and gods, destroying Buddhas, with a Demon Palace to guard the world and divine weapons to awe the heavens. Even though he was invincible, he could never forget the blood feud of the past. At last, he crossed the cosmos and descended upon the city! The Demon Lord has arrived, his cultivation power shaking the heavens! Those who b 10.2kReads8.3Score91614d adds

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Both of these books are absolutely amazing! |•'-'•)و✧ Highly recommended!!

278 玄 The Occult Ancestor Is Still Paying Off Debts Today 玄学老祖宗今天也在还债 Xia Tianbao夏甜宝Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Based on the original novel The Legendary Fortune-Telling Ancestor [Occult arts + satisfying read + sweet romance] Decades ago, Yun Qing took in seven disciples and happily settled down to lie flat and enjoy her retirement. But then she was actually jolted awake by hunger! Her merit was gone, her gold and jewels were gone, and her Taoist temple had even been mortgaged by her unfilial disciples. With no other choice, she had to start the grueling business of paying off her debts. Drawing talisman 1.8kReads9.2Score30914d adds

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Two great books; I won't spoil the plot, you can read them yourself.

282 寻 A Misty Journey in Search of the Dao 寻道缥缈行 Taiyue Hermit太岳散人Urban1.4M WordsOngoing “That’s not quite right.” A bitter smile appeared on Lady Meng’s face. “People say that drinking Lady Meng’s Soup makes you forget your past and present lives. Little do they know, that is the deepest misunderstanding about this old woman.” She gently shook her head, her voice tinged with melancholy. “All things have their yin and yang. The true Lady Meng’s Soup actually lets people recall their past and awakens memories long buried.” Xu Bufan was about to start university when a chance encounte 236Reads6.3Score—14d adds

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[Shocking][Shocking][Shocking] Family, I recently stumbled upon an amazing book—after reading it, I was completely blown away and my worldview was reshaped!

283 乌 A Tujia Daoist by the Wu River 乌江边的土家道士 Old Ghost of the Tujia土家老鬼Eastern Fantasy963k WordsCompleted A graduate of a top university, unable to pass the civil service exam after years of trying and considering his family circumstances, accepts his family’s legacy and becomes a home-based Taoist priest. This Tao is not that Tao: it’s nothing like the Taoist priests we normally imagine. There are no strict rules and taboos, nor any grand mission to save all humanity. Yet this Tao is also that Tao: he wears the same robes, communicates with the realms of yin and yang, and does what he can to help. 844Reads6.5Score10414d adds

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A branch of Taoism, books written by its inheritors, and legends of ethnic minorities along the Wujiang River.

287 最 The Strongest Immortal Emperor Returns to the City 最强仙帝回都市 Jin Yong金墉Urban2.2M WordsCompleted After cultivating for tens of thousands of years, Li Mu looked back and realized he had reached the pinnacle of the entire universe. One day, a sudden thought brought his parents and his memories of Earth from tens of thousands of years ago to mind. His steadfast Dao heart wavered, and his longing became impossible to control. He could no longer focus on cultivation. He couldn’t remember when he had become so cold-blooded. Even after gaining the ability to do so, he had never chosen to return an 4.4kReads7.8Score33714d adds

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The world-building is grand, and the protagonist is invincible [smirk]

288 奇 Tales of the Strange, Volume 5 奇人异事录5 A Flame in Winter冬日里火苗Urban83k WordsOngoing Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism have been passed down for thousands of years, but they are far from the only paths of cultivation. Folk traditions passed down through families, such as shamanic medicine, spirit mediums, horse-riding mediums, spirit-writing mediums, and Nuo exorcists, are full of wonders too. Join the author and see beyond the three-dimensional world through the eyes of a science-minded biological engineering student. —Reads—Score—14d adds

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Cat demons, shamanic practices, precognitive dreams, exorcisms, dreams within dreams—these are all stories I've personally experienced.

289 苟 I Lie Low and Play Weak After the Supernatural Arrives 苟在灵异降临装弱鸡 Qi Xi七兮Urban232k WordsOngoing [Slow burn + steady progression + no dumbed-down characters + lighthearted humor + clear-headed protagonist + not mindless power fantasy + a little cautious + occasional brutal takedowns] The supernatural has returned, and ghost fog blankets the world. Humanity survives only in twelve cities. Xie Xun becomes a courier for the Yin-Yang Post Station, traveling through the terrifying ghost fog to deliver letters imbued with mysterious power. To keep himself alive, this courier not only puts on a fr —Reads—Score—14d adds

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[Supernatural Revival] + [Steady Survival Path] Supernatural revival, ghostly mist pervades, and humanity survives only in twelve cities. Xie Xun becomes a messenger at the Yin-Yang Post Station, traversing the terrifying ghostly mist to deliver letters imbued with mysterious power. However, to avoid losing his life, this messenger not only constantly feigns weakness and inconspicuousness but also carries over ten pounds of talismans and magical artifacts even when going out! I just want to hide in the back and develop stealthily; but every time, I inexplicably cause a huge commotion, making myself known to everyone. God! I just want to be an ordinary person hiding in the back, why are you playing me like this! Male-oriented urban high-martial arts urban superpowers apocalyptic survival spiritual revival urban pretending to be weak to eat tigers ghost catching apocalypse

290 九 Chronicle of the Nine Netherworlds' Investiture of the Gods 九幽封神记 Great Freedom of Shengjinzhou胜金洲大自在Eastern Fantasy653k WordsOngoing [Living Human Yin-Difference] [Dream Cultivation] [Primordial Spirit Awakening] [Mortal Body Ascends to Sainthood] [Mystery and Political Intrigue] [Adorable Spirit Beasts] [Karma and Retribution] [Godhood in the Underworld] Huang Xiaomi, an ordinary young woman from the mortal world, was little more than a drudge, until a blood-red nightmare sent her down the path of cultivation in the netherworld. She braved secret realms where death awaited at every turn, passed selection after selection by b 18Reads—Score—14d adds

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Absolutely, true transmission of the Dharma is formless.

298 仙 The Immortal Realm's Divine Calculator 仙界神算子 Master of the Listening Immortal Pavilion听仙亭主Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsCompleted Chu Feng, a nondescript young man, was a street thug in his previous life. He spent his days roaming the streets and died from injuries he sustained in a fight. An immortal realm elixir triggered the Soul-Swapping Transplantation Technique, and he transmigrated into the body of a young Daoist named Xuanzhen in a cultivation world, inheriting his divination skills and knowledge. Xuanzhen and his master died after saving Bai Yu, the second senior brother of the Shu Mountain Immortal Sect. Chu Feng 106Reads—Score—14d adds

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Both of these books contain elements of cultivation.

299 呑 Devouring Immortals and Gods: My Path of Evil Cultivation 呑仙吃神，我的邪修之路 The Ninth Consciousness第九识Eastern Fantasy296k WordsOngoing [Passionate, dark, transgressive, multiple heroines, fast-paced] [This story defies conventional values and has absurd plotlines. If you feel uncomfortable while reading, don't hesitate to drop it.] A modern martial arts champion accidentally transmigrates to a world of cultivation. By a twist of fate, he cultivates a demonic body, immortal and indestructible, with an invincible physique. He uses his wits to defeat the young prodigies of the immortal sects! With his demonic body, he crushes powe 49Reads6.2Score—14d adds

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It contains various cultivation techniques and theories, as well as Yin-Yang, Five Elements, Eight Trigrams, and Buddhist and Taoist theories.