I’m in the Mood for Political Intrigue and Power Plays. I Want to Get Ahead So Badly 想看看官场权谋文了 太想进步了

1. 51 边 A Record of Border Dust and Sword Shadows 边尘剑影录 Old Wooden Blade老木刀Historical289k WordsOngoing An ancient sword, a family’s blood feud, and a disciple trained for seventeen years by seventeen masters: Zhongli Qiu enters the martial world only to keep running into strange events! He was a boy from the mountains, carrying the blood feud of the Qiu Family Manor. His enemy’s dying words reveal a shocking secret: his father was a border garrison captain who defied orders! But one of his masters, Qi Benzheng, the Director of the Eastern Depot, halts his revenge and orders him to head to Jiangna —Reads—Score—14d adds
2. 52 为 A Career in Public Service 为民官路 At Ease and Unrestrained安心无忌Urban1.8M WordsOngoing [A gritty, realistic tale of ambition and struggle in the government ranks] In 1990, top student Zhen Weimin offends the wrong people and gets kicked down to a poor rural township. Everyone thinks his life is over. But he is determined to make flowers bloom among the thorns. He breaks through obstacles with his knowledge and grounds himself in his conscience, with every step in sync with the pulse of the times. Starting in the township, he moves forward one step at a time. This is a true chronic 26.9kReads9.2Score2.7k14d adds

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   Highly recommend novels about political intrigue and wit in officialdom.

3. 53 官 Starting Out as a Deputy Section Chief in Officialdom 官场从副股级开始 Coco and Yiyi West of Jiangnan江南以西可可和一一Urban440k WordsCompleted A textbook for officialdom + a guide to surviving the workplace + no harem + getting things done! When the great wind rises, I ride it up ninety thousand miles! See how Qin Yuewei, a secretary with the rank of deputy section chief who’s on her second stint in the job, turns things around! She takes on Ma Liming, kicks Cao Dachuan, and stands up to Shu Chunlai! That’s the formidable Qin Yuewei! Work with Yuewei? You’ll get promoted every three years! Thirty years east of the river, thirty years w 439Reads—Score—14d adds

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   This book is both visually and aurally captivating!! Absolutely brilliant!

4. 54 冒EN Impostor of the Langya Clan 冒姓琅琊 Eastern Zhou Young Master Nan东周公子南Historical1.6M WordsOngoing (Also known as “The Matter of Me Pretending to Be a Nobleman of the Southern Dynasties”) To transmigrate isn’t a dinner party. It’s a deadly game at every turn. The south is beautiful, yet lofty ambitions often fade away. Since ancient times, the Southern Dynasties have been weak, their heroes short-lived. No golden finger, no System, and no second chance at life. Everything starts from zero! Original owner’s memories: none! Identity: none! Supplies: none! When transmigration becomes reality, ho 497.6kReads9.7Score72.9k14d adds

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   This is absolutely brilliant! The author must be a doctoral student in classical literature; the author's quotations are extensive and the writing is eloquent. Many of the classical poems are original creations, far superior to plagiarism. The plot is captivating, with crisis and opportunity constantly intertwined. The author's scholarship is rigorous, demonstrating considerable historical research. This is the best novel I've ever read on Tomato.

5. 55 鬼 A Ghost Fire Bike Parks Outside Zhong Zhengguo’s Home, and His Career Takes Off! 鬼火停在钟正国楼下，步步高升！ Spring's Flourishing Moonlight春繁月华Male-Channel Fanfiction645k WordsOngoing [Everyday Police Work + Decisive and Ruthless + Beauties + Not a Saint + No System + Patriotism] Jiang Mingyi wakes up in a drafty old home! He starts out as an ordinary police officer! He cracks one major case after another and earns so many First-Class Meritorious Service awards he loses count! Xiao Ai, how about we go to the civil affairs bureau? 858Reads6.0Score—14d adds

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   I really want to improve 🤭🤭🤭😏😏😏

6. 56 钟 Zhong Xiao'ai Is Kidnapped, and Qi Tongwei Saves Her, Only to Have His Mind Read 钟小艾被拐，祁同伟救美被读心 Spring's Flourishing Moonlight春繁月华Male-Channel Fanfiction136k WordsCompleted [System] + [Supernatural Showdown] + [Zhong Xiaai + Chen Yang + Romantic Tension] [The road to advancement starts at deputy department level] [From the start, he mocks Zhong Xiaai for eventually marrying a kept man] “Ding! System activated!” “I, Qi Tongwei, will be at odds with evil from this day forward!” “Wait, why is the starter pack for praying for divine guidance?” “I’m the famous Qi, the director of the Public Security Department. What use do I have for praying for divine guidance?” After 682Reads—Score3114d adds
7. 57 祁 Qi Tongwei Wants to Join the Party, and His Rabbit Senior Is His Backup 祁同伟想进部，兔子先辈成他后盾 Spring's Flourishing Moonlight春繁月华Male-Channel Fanfiction384k WordsCompleted (Qi Tongwei’s Name of Justice + System + Power Fantasy + Defying Heaven + The Road to the Central Government) Before shooting himself at Lone Eagle Ridge, Qi Tongwei wrote on the blackboard: “If I could go back to the past...” When he opened his eyes, he had been reborn by Gao Xiaoqin’s side. He gained a sign-in System and received gifts from the rabbit pioneers. [The first translated edition of The Rabbit’s Manifesto?] [The rabbit’s first Book of Laws?] Secretary Yuliang! I think this is our ch 416Reads5.6Score—14d adds
8. 58 重 Reborn, I Was Found Out by My Deskmate Zhong Xiaoi. Now I Have to Silence Her 重生被同桌钟小艾发现，我想灭口 Spring's Flourishing Moonlight春繁月华Male-Channel Fanfiction134k WordsCompleted [One heroine] [Making money] [Romance] I’ve only just recovered my memories from before birth, and my deskmate, Zhong Xia Ai, has already caught on! What should I do? Could I silence her and nip this in the bud? Wait, Zhong Zhengguo is my future father-in-law? Then no problem. Xia Ai, just sign this contract selling yourself to me, er, I mean, the marriage certificate! P.S. The story takes place in the parallel-world nation of Daxia. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidenta 3.3kReads—Score10214d adds
9. 59 官 The Realm of Officials 官家天下 Uncle Pie馅饼大叔Urban5.9M WordsOngoing First, this is a genuine political novel, written by one of the genre's most experienced authors. The story is logically sound and highly readable. Quality guaranteed! Second, the story starts at the prefecture-level city from the very beginning. The protagonist will not be sent down to the towns and villages. This book will not spend hundreds of chapters at the township level. Third, there is political maneuvering, economic development, satisfying revenge, and, naturally, personal life as well. 202.6kReads9.3Score16.6k14d adds

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   These novels about political intrigue and power struggles in officialdom are excellent. The content is captivating, the plots realistic, and they're incredibly engaging, making you want to keep reading. While reading, you'll gain insight into the treacherous, unpredictable, and often powerless nature of officialdom! Definitely worth reading! 👍👍👍

10. 60 官EN The Halls of Power: A Nobody's Ambition 官场：一个小人物的野望 Ink as a Blade以墨为锋Urban1.3M WordsCompleted Starting as a grassroots police officer in 2005, he repeatedly cracks major cases. Amid the treacherous twists and turns of officialdom, he carves out a distinctive path to promotion. 132.2kReads9.5Score15.3k14d adds
11. 61 红 The Red Political Path: The Road to the Top 红色仕途：巅峰之路 Green Little Apple青涩小苹果Urban1.2M WordsCompleted [Officialdom➕one heroine➕no System] The road to power has ten tiers, each fraught with danger. Taking charge of Donghai from the start, Zhou Yang advances one step at a time, determined to carve out his own path to success. He rises against the tide with unprecedented momentum and reaches the top. (This is the second book in the series. The first, at 3.2 million words, is complete and can be found on the author's page.) 24.7kReads9.3Score1.4k14d adds
12. 62 县 A Career in the County Committee Compound 县委大院之仕途 Five Wisps of Fireworks五缕烟火Urban1.4M WordsCompleted Yunhu? Xu Yuanzhou's eyes widened in disbelief! Being sent to remote, impoverished Yunhu was neither a promotion in disguise nor a demotion. It counted as a lateral move, but... 24.7kReads9.3Score2.7k14d adds
13. 63 官 Reborn: The Honest Confession of an Official 官路之重生坦白局 Never Said It不曾说Urban1.2M WordsCompleted An accident gave Zhang Hao a new lease on life, giving him the chance to rewrite the years of mediocrity and helplessness behind him. With the advantage of knowing what lies ahead, watch as Zhang Hao plans every move and secures victory from afar. A dragon may lie hidden in a pool, but when the winds and clouds gather, it will soar into the heavens. 5.8kReads9.3Score39714d adds
14. 64 权 Notes on the Pinnacle of Power 权巅仕途笔记 The Lucky Little One Who Keeps Running犇跑的小幸运Urban3.4M WordsCompleted [Political power struggles + three generations + one female lead + climbing the ranks from the grassroots + fighting for the people + reaching the pinnacle of power!] Ye Zhenggang, the third generation of the Ye family, falls victim to a sinister scheme and spends one reckless night with Xu Xiaoqing, the cherished daughter of another top family, the Xus. Then he listens to a close friend’s instigation, runs from his responsibilities, and leaves for Bohai City. This indirectly leads to Xu Xiaoqin 36.4kReads8.9Score3.7k14d adds

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15. 65 官 The Road to Officialdom 官途 Lin Xiner林新儿Urban1.5M WordsCompleted Wang Cheng, an ordinary young official at a provincial-level government agency, is unexpectedly chosen to become a senior leader's full-time secretary. From then on, he becomes the leader's right-hand man and embarks on a journey to rise through the ranks… 26.6kReads9.0Score2.2k14d adds
16. 66 名 In the Name of the People: A Just Judge, Shocking Gao Yuliang from the Start 名义：法网青天，开局震惊高育良 Juanjuan Berry, No Worries娟娟莓烦恼Male-Channel Fanfiction465k WordsOngoing After transmigrating, Lin Zhao uses his far-ahead-of-its-time understanding of law to rise from a brilliant legal prodigy to an intellectual leader shaking up the nation's political and legal circles in just four years at Handong University. Meanwhile, his relationship with Zhong Xiaoai grows closer through their shared academic interests. But after graduating, he doesn't take a job. Instead, he gets into Peking University's economics program to continue his studies. Want to know what happens ne 2.9kReads—Score13614d adds
17. 67 官 Climbing the Official Ladder: From Assistant to the Finance Bureau Director 官梯：从财政局局长助理开始 Are the Plum Blossoms in My Hometown Blooming?故乡的梅花开了吗Urban231k WordsOngoing A new novel from the author of Officially, an old hand. Everyone is welcome to come read it. Thank you for your support! Your support motivates me to write, and I’ll do my best to make every story a good one! 111Reads—Score11714d adds

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    This book is absolutely fantastic; you won't regret reading it.

18. 68 铁 Iron Fist 铁腕 Understanding Spring and Autumn春悟秋懂Urban5.6M WordsOngoing No one is reborn, and no one transmigrates. This is a realistic novel about life in government circles. A country boy without connections loses his chance at promotion and his girlfriend. He even stands to lose his life as others try to take everything from him... By a twist of fate, he wins the favor of various powerful factions one after another and becomes a rising star in government, writing a sweeping, legendary tale of a political career... 103.9kReads9.2Score7.9k14d adds

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19. 69 名 In the Name of the People: Gao Yuliang's Son-in-Law Saves the Day, Handong's Political Power 名义：高育良女婿救场，汉东权利 Lai Zhenxu来振旭Male-Channel Fanfiction2.4M WordsOngoing [In the Name of the People] [The Knockout] [Qi Tongwei] [The Official's Ladder] [The Pinnacle of Power] Gao Yuliang? Sha Ruijin? Li Dakang? Qi Tongwei? The Handong Clique? Dropped into Handong as a vice governor? I, Lu Zechuan, had barely taken office in Jingzhou when I turned the tables against the odds and brought Handong to its knees! A hard-hitting start: I took down Hou Liangping in one move. Sha Ruijin sprang to his feet in shock, and Tian Guofu broke into a cold sweat! Gao Yuliang offers 798Reads6.1Score3914d adds

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    These two books are so good!

20. 70 官 The Ladder of Office? I Survey the Summit of Power and Ascend to the Throne! 官梯？我一览权力巅峰，朝天阙！ Lai Zhenxu来振旭Urban236k WordsCompleted Eastern fantasy + from the start, the protagonist reports everything to the state. Main characters: Feng Wuji and Su Nianzhen. Strong characterizations and a compelling pairing: a steady, protective male lead × a resilient heroine who grows stronger, joined by lively supporting characters like a gluttonous divine beast and a hard-drinking senior. Fast-paced plot: the story opens with an awakening and an immediate report. A state agency is established within three chapters, and the narrative neve 11Reads—Score—14d adds
21. 71 顶 Top Broker 顶尖掮客 Chenchen's Sun辰辰的太阳Urban2.0M WordsCompleted This book starts with the protagonist, Feng Tianchen, a simple private-car driver, and follows his brutal struggle through the world of politics. It is a battlefield without gunfire, a terrifying vortex that ordinary people cannot escape once they enter. But to a seasoned political operator, it is the perfect stage for a masterful performance. See how Feng Tianchen rises from a humble driver to the pinnacle of life through his own efforts. 4.7kReads8.9Score45214d adds
22. 72 官 The Road to Power 官途 Dreaming into the Vast Wilderness梦入洪荒Urban9.4M WordsCompleted After graduating from university, Liu Fei, whose origins are shrouded in mystery, repeatedly finds himself facing one crisis after another because of his brash personality. He is attacked from every direction and suppressed by all sides. Watch as Liu Fei charges straight through, crushing every opponent in his path, uncovers the truth about his origins, sweeps aside the great factions, and rises to the pinnacle of life! 9.8kReads9.1Score97814d adds

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    Navigating the treacherous waters of officialdom with ease, saving the bureaucracy, and saving oneself—these are all excellent works.

23. 73 权 The Alluring Powerful Minister 权臣妖娆 Minced Meat and Fried Egg肉沫跑蛋Ancient Romance960k WordsCompleted Also known as The Female Top Scorer and The Female Imperial Tutor. He was a celebrated, charmingly elegant top scorer, showered with every favor under the heavens. Only after the Du family was destroyed and he hanged himself in prison did the world learn that “he” was a woman! After her father's death, the family's good name was ruined. Dozens of loyal servants starved to death. The beautiful women of the household were either made into servants or reduced to playthings for officials. Reborn, Du 3.3kReads9.1Score43514d adds

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    It's a very good book; I still can't forget it even after a long time. She single-handedly supported the entire household, and until her death, no one knew she was a woman.

24. 74 权 From County Discipline Inspector to the Pinnacle of Power 权势巅峰从纪委科员起步 Keep Three Views留三观Urban1.0M WordsCompleted This is the vast frontier, a symbol of national sovereignty. This is the thriving sea of commerce, a hallmark of reform and opening up. This is the teeming crowd, the embodiment of the dignity of the law. A battle between corruption and anti-corruption, smuggling and anti-smuggling. A test of money, fame, power, family ties, friendship, and personal connections. Told from the perspective of an ordinary man named Lin Yi, this book follows his journey from junior clerk to head of an inspection tea 572Reads6.5Score—14d adds

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    Recommended by seasoned bookworms, this is a true story of officialdom, told in a gentle and detailed manner, with rich and nuanced descriptions—definitely worth reading!

25. 75 首 The Chief Minister's Road to the Imperial Examinations 首辅的科举之路 Adoring You at Dawn and Dusk朝暮倾卿Historical1.0M WordsCompleted [No golden finger + No pocket dimension + Heartwarming family + No ridiculous characters] [The male lead works hard and climbs the ranks one step at a time through his own efforts] [The male lead is devoted; the female lead appears fairly late. The story begins with the imperial examinations and later moves into officialdom] [No forced stupidity, no self-righteous saint, and no fake innocent heroine] Xu Xingfeng, a county-level civil servant in a twenty-first-century town, suddenly finds himself 6.6kReads8.9Score60214d adds

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    Both of these are inspirational stories of people from humble backgrounds achieving success. The male and female protagonists are very normal, without any scheming or manipulative elements; they are both tales of struggle and advancement in officialdom.

26. 76 农 The Imperial Tutor's Road to the Civil Service Exams 农门帝师的科举之路 Ju He雎禾Historical1.0M WordsCompleted Imperial Examination, One-on-One Romance After an accident, a young man from the modern era transmigrated into the Great Qian Dynasty. Looking at his family’s dilapidated brick house, Qi Wenyu wondered how he would make a living from then on... 21.8kReads9.2Score2k14d adds
27. 77 名 In the Name of the People: Judging Handong and Saving Qi Tongwei 名义：审判汉东拯救祁同伟 No Love in This World, Crossing the Mortal Realm人间无爱渡红尘Male-Channel Fanfiction680k WordsCompleted Liu Xiaofan, the son of a farmer, transmigrates into the world of In the Name of the People and awakens the [Justice Tribunal] System. Using the System, he exposes the wanton abuse of power and corruption in Handong's officialdom, the temptations of money and beautiful women, and the darkness hidden from public view! He'll use the System to help Qi Tongwei rise to the provincial level, creating a win-win situation where they both advance together. Liang Qunfeng, Chen Yanshi, Gao Yuliang, Li Daka 4.1kReads6.8Score10014d adds

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28. 78 官 Drawing the Sword in Officialdom 官场亮剑 Rare in This World Is a Laughing Face人世难逢开口笑Urban1.4M WordsOngoing Mu Dongfeng had just reached the bottom of the office building when he heard a loud bang. The man who fell was his superior, Zhou Qingyang. Mu Dongfeng was the only one standing below. Two hours later, he was removed from his post and placed under investigation. He had never taken anything. But the entire network was convinced he had. By the time he fought his way out of that room, everyone had already set their sights on Pingnan. There really was a USB drive in the bird's nest under the eaves o 31.7kReads8.5Score2k14d adds

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29. 79 官 The Road to Power: Straight into the Azure Clouds 官途之直入青云 Rare in This World Is a Laughing Face人世难逢开口笑Urban2.8M WordsCompleted Lin Qingyun, once secretary to the county Party committee secretary, is ready to make his mark when the secretary unexpectedly dies of illness. Facing the prospect of being pushed aside, Lin must find a way out of his low point and rise to the top, one step at a time. 6.5kReads8.4Score60814d adds
30. 80 官 Political Rivalries: A Grassroots Rise to Power 官场争锋之草根逆袭 Liu Peizhu刘培柱Urban836k WordsCompleted New to officialdom, Lu Zhaoyuan carries lofty ideals, only to be battered at every turn. After enduring hardship, he glimpses the logic behind power: “Only those who truly serve the people can go far!” Standing on the precipice between conscience and desire, what choice will he make? 6.6kReads7.9Score55714d adds

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    A novel about officialdom intertwined with the desire for power

31. 81 官 A Wild Ride Through Officialdom: Starting with a Summons for Investigation 官道狂飙：从被带走调查开始 Rare in This World Is a Laughing Face人世难逢开口笑Urban525k WordsCompleted Liu Sheyu, deputy director of the Pinghu County Party Committee Office and secretary to the county Party secretary, is taken away for investigation. His girlfriend’s entire family abandons him, and his best friend betrays him. But against all odds, he turns the tables, and from then on, there’s no stopping him! 657Reads7.3Score12414d adds
32. 82 东 Dongheng: The Road to Power 东恒青云 Old Man Green Bamboo青竹翁Urban1.7M WordsCompleted A meteoric rise to the top! Chu Dongheng, a master's graduate who knows nothing about his birth family and jokes that “my mom and I are our own family,” is the abandoned grandson of a military family. After passing the civil service exam in Jiangdong, he finds that someone else has taken the position he applied for. By chance, he becomes a leader's secretary, beginning his career in politics. With the people's interests as his mission, he advances one steady step at a time toward the pinnacle of 30.6kReads9.2Score3.4k14d adds
33. 83 重 Reborn in Officialdom: Governing the County, Ruling the World 重生官场之县治天下 Old General of Guanzhong关西老将Urban1.3M WordsCompleted This book connects seamlessly with Rebirth on the Official and Business Paths. The county is the foundation of a peaceful nation. Being a county magistrate is hard, and being one in a poor county is even harder. Li Yuanfang is reborn in 1990 and steps onto the official and business paths, achieving both wealth and power. In governing the county, he dares to face challenges head-on and strikes decisively. With exceptional courage and strategy, he defeats his opponents time and again, winning one 20Reads8.1Score10114d adds

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    Heaven cherishes life, and this book fundamentally discusses the value of being an official. If every official possessed the protagonist's magnanimity and mindset—and if there were officials like the protagonist in reality—the world would be a better place. 👍👍👍

34. 84 开 The Open Era 开放时代 Old General of Guanzhong关西老将Urban1.2M WordsCompleted Li Yuanfang was reborn in 1990. Riding the tide of the reform era, he started out as a township civil servant, used his knowledge of the future to develop an export-oriented economy, and built a business empire. With his ingenuity and iron will, he rose from adversity, took charge of a region, and battled all kinds of powerful forces. He built water conservancy projects, roads, and schools, bringing benefits to the people and helping ordinary families achieve their dream of a stable, comfortable 719Reads8.1Score—14d adds
35. 85 与 Alongside Guang Ling 与光翎同行 Li Li Yuan Shang Pu漓漓原上谱Female-Channel Fanfiction184k WordsOngoing Yue Li is a homebody and a longtime anime fan. When she discovers Douluo Dalu, she is instantly captivated by the adorable little boy Guang Ling and feels that Spirit Hall has been treated so unfairly. By a twist of fate, she transmigrates to Douluo Dalu. What changes could one tiny butterfly bring? 1.2kReads7.6Score11714d adds

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    Highly recommended!! It's incredibly beautiful and incredibly sweet.

36. 86 翎 Ling Qing 2 翎清2 Dark Moon Glimmer暗月莹莹Ancient Romance66k WordsOngoing I accidentally clicked the button to end my last novel, but it seems like I hadn't actually finished the story. I had no choice but to write it this way. I'm truly sorry. The male lead is Guang Ling, and the female lead is Ning Qingqing. 17Reads—Score—14d adds
37. 87 翎 Lingqing 翎清 Dark Moon Glimmer暗月莹莹Anime Fanfiction34k WordsCompleted The female lead is Ning Qingqing, and the male lead is Guang Ling. Ning Qingqing accidentally transmigrates to Douluo Dalu. She thinks Guang Ling is adorable, so she decides to change his fate. 23Reads5.6Score2014d adds
38. 88 综 Crossing Worlds: Watch Me Defy Fate 综穿：看我逆天而行 Wen Xirong温曦荣Female-Channel Fanfiction347k WordsOngoing In the celestial clouds stood a domineering tree called Lan An. It allowed no other plants to grow beside it. But it did permit birds to perch on its branches. That bird was the Huai bird. (Guang Ling and Shu Jing: Lan An has found its Huai bird. It loves no one but you.) (No matter the world, the pairing is always these two. If you want to see another world, I can create an original character.) 2.1kReads8.9Score14614d adds
39. 89 银 Silver Plume 银翎 Lost in All Directions十方迷惘Eastern Fantasy166k WordsCompleted A divine weapon capable of destroying the world, a grand banquet, a young man who wants no part in worldly affairs, and a mysterious assassin organization. They seem to have nothing in common, yet are closely connected. A turmoil that will engulf the entire world begins here... 36Reads—Score—14d adds
40. 90 斗 Douluo Dalu: The Young Lady of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect 斗罗之七宝琉璃宗大小姐 hRonaldoMale-Channel Fanfiction44k WordsCompleted A seven-character quatrain is a type of quatrain in the regulated-verse tradition. Quatrains consist of four lines and follow strict metrical rules. Common types include five-character and seven-character quatrains, while six-character quatrains are rare. A quatrain with seven characters per line is called a seven-character quatrain. Generally, the first, second, and fourth lines rhyme in level tones, while the third line uses an oblique tone and does not rhyme. The third character from the end 28Reads5.6Score—14d adds
41. 91 阳 The Open Plot 阳谋 Nanhua南华Urban2.9M WordsCompleted The story of Tang Jun, a newly appointed civil servant, rising swiftly through the ranks! 6.5kReads9.0Score75214d adds
42. 92 官 Rise and Fall in the Officialdom 官场沉浮 Riding a Crane on an Eastern Tour骑鹤东巡Urban5.9M WordsCompleted A class reunion, a chance encounter: watch as Huang Haichuan spins a down-to-earth legend, stages a spectacular reversal of fortune, and rises step by step while finding success at every turn in the political arena. When he meets his former lover again, who will have the last laugh? Huang Haichuan is determined to take his grassroots rise to the very end! 607Reads8.6Score14114d adds
43. 93 官 A Fortunate Career in Government: It All Began When I Met Her 官运：从遇到她开始 Curious Tyrant Rabbit猎奇霸王兔Urban4.5M WordsCompleted Upright and incorruptible, yet shrewd and decisive. He hates evil with a passion, but knows the art of political struggle. Li Chuniang is a Bao Gong-style official. The more setbacks he faces, the braver he becomes. He will never compromise! He is determined to make his mark on this path! 38.7kReads9.1Score4.8k14d adds
44. 94 官 Officialdom: Rising Smoothly to the Top 官场，平步青云 Yun Zhong, Who Loves Raw Whole Octopus爱吃生吞活章鱼的云仲Urban117k WordsCompleted My new story is here! You can read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support is what keeps me writing, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 13Reads—Score—14d adds
45. 95 滔 After My Overwhelming Connections Were Exposed, I Left Politics for Business 滔天背景曝光后，我弃政从商 Charming Little Prime魅力小素数Urban302k WordsCompleted Su Yang passed the civil service exam as soon as he graduated and moved in with Wu Manli, his mother's best friend and also his direct superior. Just then, Wu Manli was suddenly summoned by the county discipline inspection commission for questioning. By chance, Su Yang met Liu Ruolin, the newly appointed county magistrate... Unexpectedly, after a series of events, the tide turned. His powerful connections came to light, and after hitting rock bottom, he finally got his lucky break... 14Reads—Score—14d adds
46. 96 宇 The Fourth Book by Cosmic Conscience 宇宙良心的第4本书 The Conscience of the Universe宇宙良心Urban204k WordsOngoing Born into humble circumstances, the protagonist becomes a leader’s secretary and carefully navigates the whirlpool of power, eventually taking charge of an entire region. Her impressive record delivers a face-slapping comeback, forcing those who once suppressed her to admit defeat. —Reads—Score—14d adds
47. 97 官 The Road to Power: A Clash of Ambition and Desire 官途从权欲交锋开始 Little Lotus Breeze小荷风Urban1.7M WordsOngoing [Political Revenge] + [Career Advancement] + [Alliances of Mutual Interest] + [Romantic Entanglements] + [Political Scheming and Wits] + [Multiple Heroines] + [Ensemble Cast] [The male lead keeps a low profile without being creepy early on, reveals his sharp edge with a roguish charm in the middle, and takes revenge on all his enemies later.] Wang Maoyuan is a "golden phoenix" who flew out of the countryside. The year he graduated from college, he passed the civil service exam and joined the la 18.2kReads7.7Score1.2k14d adds

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    This is an excellent novel that realistically portrays the lives of officials; it is highly recommended and worth reading.

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