Looking for a Male Lead With a Surprising Contrast! 想要反差感男主！！

1. 1 捡 After Picking Up a Mad Villain, the Cannon Fodder Keeps Trying to Save Himself 捡了疯批反派后，炮灰总想自救 Rong Zit​​ang冗子糖Two Male Leads577k WordsCompleted [Dual Male Leads, Transmigrated into a Comic, Two Powerful Leads, A Little Funny, Villain] A scheming, unhinged yandere villain who seems sweet but is secretly dark, with a love-struck puppy-dog side, falls for a fiercely protective, doting, powerful, universally adored top. [Modern setting in an alternate world] Xu Chi transmigrates into a comic and, without really knowing what he’s doing, takes home an unbelievably pretty boy. Only when his memories come back does he realize that the boy he pi 29.9kReads9.6Score4.2k14d adds

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   The male protagonist, Xu Chi, transmigrates into a comic book. Initially, he's terrified of the male lead, who is also a bit crazy and wants to get rid of him. The male lead pretends to be well-behaved at home, but is actually dark and crazy inside – a stark contrast. Through Xu Chi's missions, he gradually becomes more and more crazy, wanting to possess the male lead and hating anyone who tries to get close to him. 😄😄😄 The author's writing is good, the plot is intelligent, and Xu Chi is the male lead's shackle. Those who like this kind of crazy literature should definitely read it. Highly recommended!

2. 2 小 The Little Cat Caught the Moon 小猫捉到月亮啦 Floating Bamboo Boat浮竹舟Modern Romance281k WordsCompleted [A tsundere young master who says one thing and means another vs. a sweet, clingy, cute troublemaker] Chen Xunan is heartless and sharp-tongued. To outsiders, a guy like him seems destined to die alone. Someone says, “With that damn dog of a temper, I don’t believe anyone could put up with you.” Chen Xunan scoffs, his tone lazy. “It’s not like I’m marrying you.” Just when everyone thinks there’s no one who can keep him in line, a soft, fragrant little girl starts following Chen Xunan around. In 49.3kReads9.2Score6.2k14d adds

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   The male lead is initially very cold and aloof! He's incredibly stubborn, but later on, he becomes surprisingly adorable!

3. 3 不 Aren't You the Cool Commander? Then Why Do You Cry After One Kiss? 不是高冷指挥官吗？怎么一亲就哭 Si Jiao司皎Two Male Leads517k WordsCompleted [Print edition signed] [Interstellar + ABO + younger man + two equally powerful leads] Shi Ji, the Federation's highest-ranking commander, is coldly beautiful, chaste, and ruthless: a lofty flower that spells death at the slightest touch. Everyone treats the commander with nothing but respect, and then more respect. Until the first day of freshman enrollment at the Royal Academy Xie Zhuo stood among the crowd in a windbreaker, his brilliant silver hair wild and untamed. He was so striking that n 65.8kReads9.7Score11.1k14d adds

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   Both books have strong contrasts; one features two male leads, and the other is about an ancient princess and her prince. In the first book, the dominant character has a strong contrast – incredibly charming and powerful, yet he'll still use his ahoge (a stray hair on his head) to make little hearts for the submissive character. In the second book, the male lead is exceptionally strong, but he's completely subservient to the princess, secretly keeps a collection of erotic novels, and is actually incredibly innocent. Highly recommended.

4. 4 当 After the Puppy-Like Heir Learned to Dote on His Wife 当奶狗世子学会宠妻后 Yue Gou月苟Ancient Romance456k WordsCompleted The clingy young heir × the cold-faced but soft-hearted eldest princess The eldest princess has come of age to choose a husband. Everyone in the Kingdom of Qing debates who could possibly win the heart of this unattainable beauty. No one expects their own princess to be whisked away by a spoiled young heir just returned from Yanbei. The ministers shake their heads, convinced the princess and the young heir are a poor match: he is young, mischievous, and doesn’t know how to cherish anyone. They f 7.7kReads9.3Score80614d adds
5. 5 小 Little Madman 小疯子 Shen Yubai沈郁白Ancient Romance89k WordsCompleted [A pitiful, tragic little rabbit of a princess × a deranged, pathological killer from the martial world, 1v1, both virgins, historical romance, love by force, an unhinged male lead, sweet on the outside but dark within] On her way back to her hometown, Li Anyao’s heart softened, and she rescued a boy with exceptionally beautiful eyes. He said he had no parents, had grown up on the mountains and rivers, and was a vagabond. Anyao believed him. She gave him most of the money she had on her, hoping 10kReads9.3Score96314d adds

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   This one! In the beginning, the male lead is a gentle and weak "green tea" in front of the female lead, but in front of outsiders, he's a ruthless and bloodthirsty killer. Later, the female lead discovers his true colors. This book has 50 chapters, the plot doesn't drag, and the male and female leads have a very comfortable life. There's a boy later on. It's super, super, super good!! Go for it!!!

6. 6 别 Don’t Mess with His Little Darling 别惹他的小可怜 Dai in Her Boudoir呆字闺中Modern Romance535k WordsCompleted [Print edition now available] [Published under the title Blazing Sun] [Cocky, unruly, flirtatious young master from Beijing’s elite circles x delicate yet resilient top student who’s been bullied] [Campus Romance x Healing x Top Students x Mutual Devotion] Tang Yu is the top student at Qingyuan High School, but she has endured years of bullying. When she’s driven to the brink, she sets her sights on the new transfer student. He’s cocky enough and wild enough. That day, bruised from head to toe, 47.8kReads9.5Score7.7k14d adds

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   He was as cold as an iceberg to others, but incredibly gentle to Tang Xiaoyu. When she was sad, he silently stayed by her side, clumsily trying to cheer her up; when she was confused, he firmly told her, "Just be yourself, leave the rest to me."

7. 7 欢 Welcome Home, Contract Husband 欢迎回家，合约丈夫 Lady Jinxi金喜娘Modern Romance350k WordsCompleted [Stealing the love of another + clear-eyed heroine + revenge and face-slapping + constant clashes + powerful couple working together + marriage before love + an unconventional contract marriage + off-the-charts sweetness] [An actually aloof, naturally clueless CEO who pretends to be composed + a wild duck who acts as if nothing is wrong and sees the world clearly] Ye Xuan is a wild duck. Her father died, her mother ran off, and she had no one to rely on. Through her own hard work, she made a lif 2.6kReads9.3Score35214d adds

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   [📚Cold and aloof CEO VS. Cunning and doting husband! "Welcome Home, Contract Husband" is so addictive! #ContractMarriage #UnexpectedCharm] Qin Zhicheng, a seemingly cold and ruthless business tycoon, is actually a "double standard maniac" behind the scenes? He's cold and sarcastic to others, saying things like, "I don't want to waste time on unnecessary people," but he drives late at night to buy sukiyaki for the female lead, Ye Xuan, warms her tea, and hands her clothes, even remembering when she says she's "not full"! To outsiders, he's a noble and abstinent perfect CEO, but he reveals his "rascal" nature only in front of her—fighting his rivals, protecting his wife, secretly being jealous, and even breaking his principles for her to say "fair competition"!

8. 8 我EN I'm Not a God of Theater 我不是戏神 Three Nine Sound Domain三九音域Urban4.0M WordsCompleted The brand-new masterpiece by San Jiu Yin Yu, author of Slay the Gods | Winner of the Best Science-Fiction Web Novel Award at the Macau International Science Fiction Awards | A Chinese grotesque epic that turns the tide of an era After a scarlet meteor streaked across the sky, human civilization ground to a halt. From that day onward, humanity could no longer build a rocket, a nuclear bomb, an airplane, a car... The pyramid of civilization built upon modern science collapsed with a thunderous roa 1.7MReads9.9Score178.8k14d adds

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   The confessional. Chen Ling opened his mouth and swallowed the food on the spoon. The warm breath, mixed with aroma, flowed down his throat and into his body, like a blazing fire… The maid patiently prepared each bite of rice, vegetables, and meat in the correct proportions, gently offering it to Chen Ling's mouth. Chen Ling ate quietly; the only sound in the confessional was the soft scraping of the spoon against the plate. "Eat slowly, eat slowly… no one will take it from you." The maid smiled slightly, noticing Chen Ling's eating habits. "I noticed you didn't seem full the other day, so I gave you extra portions today. That should be enough." Chen Ling's eyes reddened slightly. He silently ate the food offered to him, looking into the maid's eyes. The suspicions that had been buried in his heart for the past two days were being confirmed little by little… *Splat—splat…* For so many days, the bitterness and grievances that had been suppressed deep within Chen Ling's heart finally surged forth, tears streaming down his face and dripping onto the plate. The maid paused slightly, then looked at Chen Ling with a complex expression, her eyes filled with unspeakable heartache. Chen Ling, an actor silently swallowing every bite of his food in the confessional, his tears falling along with the food, revealing his inner bitterness and grievances. The maid's gentleness contrasted sharply with his silence, a heartbreakingly contrasting image. This is a novel that profoundly explores humanity and redemption, serious yet engaging, not to be missed. 🥺

9. 9 不 No Eavesdropping on the Emperor 不许偷听朕说话 Yin Zaishui尹在水Ancient Romance925k WordsCompleted An Jiu transmigrated into the body of a young palace maid who wanted to climb into the emperor’s bed. The moment she opened her eyes, the tyrant ran his sword straight through the maid who had tried to seduce him. The next day, the tyrant killed a senior maid who served one of the consorts. On the third day, a maid who tasted the emperor’s food died from poison. Being a palace maid was a high-risk job. An Jiu decided to work hard, save up, cherish her life, and stay away from the tyrant. But the 78.3kReads9.4Score13k14d adds

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   In this book, the female lead can read the male lead's mind, which is a huge contrast and also very funny.

10. 10 西 Western Fantasy: Let the Villainess Conquer the Mad Demon 西幻：让恶女攻略疯批恶魔 Garlic-Scented Girl蒜香少女Modern Romance820k WordsCompleted [Dark Atmosphere, Sinister Demon Male Lead, Growing Female Lead, Western Fantasy Beastfolk, Original Western Fantasy World] Out of sympathy for the demon supporting character in a Mary Sue Western fantasy novel, Bei Li unfortunately transmigrates into the story as the vicious villainess. In this Western fantasy kingdom of magic and people with animal forms, she must not only save the demon, who seems like a shy, introverted stutterer but is actually a bloodthirsty, deranged man who loves gouging 10kReads8.9Score1.4k14d adds

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    The male lead pretends to be weak but is actually strong – a complete contrast!

11. 11 疯 Crazy Male Lead, Don't Be Afraid. I'm Just a Plain Old Pervert 疯批男主别害怕，我只是单纯变态 Hu Yu蝴俞Modern Romance569k WordsCompleted [A print edition has been signed for publication] [Pure-hearted yet truly deranged male lead x fake psychopath female lead who does everything to survive] [From universally hated to universally adored * brothers’ road to redemption * both are virgins] Xiang Fengyu transmigrates into a book as the short-lived fiancée of a deranged male lead. From the start, she’s in danger of being killed after spotting a bloodstained shirt under his bed. She plans to use her golden finger, her knowledge of the p 21.2kReads9.5Score3.2k14d adds

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    A sweet romance novel featuring a funny and silly female lead and a surprisingly different male lead.

12. 12 白 The Commander Is Ice-Cold by Day, but Cries in My Arms at Night 白天冷冰冰的指挥官晚上在我怀里哭唧唧 Wind and Moon in My Embrace风月入怀Modern Romance554k WordsCompleted Ying Yu, the federation empire’s chief commander, was calm, stern, and difficult to approach. That had always been Gu Weilan’s impression of her superior. Until a battle in space left Ying Yu in an unexpected predicament… The next day, Commander Ying was back to her usual aloof self, with no memory at all of what had happened the night before. As Gu Weilan routinely tied his tie, he lowered his head and held her fingertips. “Assistant Gu, find the woman who spent the night with me.” Gu Weilan: “ 17.8kReads9.3Score2.3k14d adds

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    "Yes, bro. The Iceberg Commander, no, a big no no, is a cute, chubby commander in his sensitive period."

13. 13 替 After Becoming a Substitute Bride, the Richest Man Spoils Me Rotten 替嫁后，首富老公宠我如命 Dai Yan黛砚Modern Romance448k WordsCompleted (Marriage first, love later, mutually devoted, sweet romance, the husband pursues his wife) Fu Yuchen was the man everyone in Beijing's business circles wanted to curry favor with. But because of his supposed “flaw” of not liking women, he had never married. When her scumbag father tried to attach himself to the Fu family, Wen Ning was forced to marry Fu Yuchen, the man known far and wide, in her older sister's place. After the wedding, he had her sign a prenuptial agreement. Wen Ning read the t 5.8kReads8.9Score60714d adds

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    ## After My Substitute Bride, My Richest Husband Spoils Me Like His Own Life: Slapping My Father in the Face, So Satisfying! Sisters, listen to me! If you're still suffering from breast pain from "preference for sons over daughters" and "favoritism towards parents," then you absolutely must read "After My Substitute Bride, My Richest Husband Spoils Me Like His Own Life!" This novel is practically a cure for all kinds of biased parents and a slap in the face to all kinds of snobbish people. After reading it, I guarantee you'll feel refreshed and your breasts will be clear! The female protagonist, Wen Ning, marries into a wealthy family in place of her sister. She thought she would be in deep trouble, but unexpectedly, she was spoiled rotten by her richest husband, Fu Yuchen! Meanwhile, her extremely biased father, Wen Zhenguo, only cares about his own interests and his sister, Wen Yue, and only uses and exploits Wen Ning. Look at this scene: Wen Zhenguo calls, not to inquire about his daughter's well-being in her husband's family, but to order her to bring Fu Yuchen back to her parents' home, or else he'll make her pay! Haha, he probably doesn't know that Fu Yuchen has long seen through his true colors and dotes on Wen Ning. How could he allow him to bully his wife? Seeing Wen Zhenguo's nonchalant attitude, only to be humiliated by Fu Yucheng and Wen Ning's combined efforts, was incredibly satisfying! Wen Ning remained calm and composed, using her strength and wisdom to leave Wen Zhenguo utterly ashamed, ultimately forcing him to slink away. And this is just the appetizer; many more exciting face-slapping scenes await you! Wen Ning and Fu Yucheng join forces to punish the scumbags, showering you with sweet moments—guaranteed to keep you hooked! So, sisters, what are you waiting for? Go watch "After the Substitute Bride, My Richest Husband Spoils Me to the Death"! Trust me, you'll thank me after you finish!

14. 14 摄 Is the Regent Retiring Today? 摄政王今天退休了吗 Cen Qingci岑清辞Two Male Leads736k WordsCompleted In the first year of Jinghe, ten-year-old Xiao Yunhao ascended the throne with the support of Xiao Yan. Xiao Yan had originally been a prince with a different surname, but was later granted the imperial surname for his outstanding military achievements. The late emperor's final decree appointed Xiao Yan as regent to assist the young emperor until he could rule in his own right. In the seventh year of Jinghe, the Tartars invaded the border. Ignoring Xiao Yan's steadily declining health over the p 4kReads8.6Score36614d adds

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    Ahhh! These three books are so good! \(//∇//)\ The first one is a dual male lead novel, and it even has a rebirth buff! (๑•.•๑) It's really good; the rebirth scene is in chapter 41! The second one is super sweet; the male and female leads have no misunderstandings, both are talkative, and the female lead falls in love with the male lead at first sight. The content is very interesting. The third one, hahaha, the male lead is really stubborn, and it's a bit of a "wife-chasing-after-the-incense-burning" story, but most importantly, both leads are virgins!

15. 15 心 Sparks Fly! I Got Together with My Police Officer Crush 心动！和警察crush在一起了 Wrinkled Moon皱月Modern Romance212k WordsCompleted Love at First Sight x Sweet Romance with No Angst x Both Leads Speak Their Minds x Straightforward Romance From the start: “Officer, I’d like to file a report.” “Oh? What kind of report?” “Fraud. I got scammed out of twenty thousand yuan...” “Let me guess, you didn’t download the National Anti-Fraud app?” The ending: “Officer, I’d like to file a report.” “Oh? What kind of report?” “My former boyfriend has gone missing...” “Take a good look. Does your former boyfriend look anything like your husb 4.4kReads9.2Score54714d adds
16. 16 意 After an Unexpected Pregnancy: Mr. Bo Is Truly Irresistible 意外怀孕后：薄总他真香了 Huang Bao黄宝Modern Romance757k WordsCompleted (The print edition goes on sale across major platforms on May 10) [Both leads are each other's first and only] [Marriage Before Love] He was the eldest son of the immensely wealthy Bo family, hot-tempered, brooding, and not to be crossed. She was only the housekeeper's daughter. By a twist of fate, they spent one reckless night together, and she became pregnant. She became the well-behaved granddaughter-in-law of Old Madam Bo. She also became, in his eyes, a shameless woman after his money. Bo X 20.2kReads9.3Score1.6k14d adds
17. 17 惊 Shocking! My Clingy Boyfriend Is a Control Freak 惊！粘人男友掌控欲很强 Sang Xiaoyang桑小杨Modern Romance310k WordsCompleted [College campus + sc + mildly yandere] [Heads-up: imperfect characters + slow-burn story + fast-developing romance + badly written] The story focuses on the heroine!!! Lixi University is a prestigious school, though it has always been known for its abundance of beautiful women. In her third year, several eye-catching exchange students arrive in the finance department. On their first day, a huge crowd gathers in front of the research building. Ning Sang joins the crowd, and gets her second l 362Reads6.0Score—14d adds
18. 18 大 The Great Night's Star 大夜之昴 Nile尼罗Modern Romance421k WordsCompleted Ms. Lin Sheng is planning something big and urgently needs a man to play her husband. But while rushing around in search of a suitable match, she gets tangled up with a rascal. She's short on time and under pressure, still hasn't found a husband, and has to squeeze in time to fight the rascal. Her neighbors even mistake them for a married couple bickering, leaving her with a massive headache. 508Reads8.3Score10514d adds

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    I love the male lead! He has a youthful charm, yet he's an assassin, somewhere between human and beast. He never thinks about complicated things, but sometimes he's sharp and intelligent. [Masterpiece][Masterpiece][Masterpiece] This story is set in the Republican era. The male lead, injured, encounters the female lead and kidnaps her. Unexpectedly, the female lead takes him home, but the neighbors all see it and mistake him for her husband. Since they haven't found a suitable actor to play her "husband," they have to let him temporarily act as him. They are both wary of each other, neither knowing the other's background nor trusting the other. 😏😏😏😏

19. 19 机 Captain, Please Route Around the Thunderstorm 机长先生，雷雨请绕飞 Zhao Le昭乐Modern Romance383k WordsCompleted [Aloof, proud commercial airline captain x sweet-voiced, beautiful air traffic controller. She has a longtime crush on him; they marry first and fall in love later. The print edition goes on sale February 28; the short drama is already out.] Before she was urged to go on a blind date, Meng Liyue never imagined the man she was meeting was the person she’d secretly loved since her student days. She had written his name countless times in her diary. After she married him, everyone thought Meng Liy 41.7kReads9.6Score4.7k14d adds

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    The seemingly aloof and reserved captain, however, once wished his wife a happy birthday on a public channel. A story of a captain and air traffic controllers, witnessing unrequited love blossom into reality.

20. 20 诱 Lured into a Sweet Romance: The Comic's Male Lead Is Impossible to Soothe 诱入甜宠，漫画男主好难哄 Little Bun小面包Modern Romance156k WordsCompleted [Sweet Little Darling and Handsome Heartthrob, Switches Between Yandere, Obsessive, Wolfdog, and Puppy Modes, Both Chaste, Secret Love Becomes Reality, Mutual Devotion] The paper-doll male lead from Zhu Yuanxiao’s comic has possessed the body of the man she secretly loves! So Jin Changfeng often uses the paper-doll character as an excuse to ask her for kisses and cuddles. Zhu Yuanxiao: “He wants kisses and cuddles. Don’t you want anything?” Jin Changfeng: “I do.” Zhu Yuanxiao: “What do you want? 1.8kReads8.9Score29814d adds

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    1. Trust me, baby! This novel, followed by hundreds of thousands of readers, features a male lead with an absolutely adorable contrast! In public, he's a cold and aloof CEO, unapproachable to strangers, but when facing the female lead, he instantly transforms into a clingy, affectionate, and attention-seeking individual. His attempts to be cool often backfire, leading to frequent moments of unexpected charm. The author perfectly captures the male lead's endearing contrast, the plot is sweet and hilarious, every chapter is incredibly addictive, and you'll stay up all night reading it with a huge smile on your face. You'll regret it if you don't read it!

21. 21 拯 Saving the Blind Supporting Male Character 拯救那个失明男配 Little Duckling小鸭鸭Modern Romance324k WordsCompleted [The male lead is a psychological counselor, and blind people can do the job too! The female lead isn’t the clever, strong-willed type, so don’t read if that’s not your thing. The male lead will recover later. Both leads are virgins, and it has a happy ending.] [A warm and sweet little story about an ordinary person stumbling through the effort to save someone else. This isn’t a wish-fulfillment rescue story or a tightly plotted, logic-heavy novel, so don’t read if that’s not your thing.] After 16kReads9.4Score1.8k14d adds
22. 22 宿 The System Has Its Eye on the Host 宿主他被系统看上了 Mentally Unstable Spinach Can精神错乱的菠菜罐头Two Male Leads1.9M WordsCompleted 2026.02.28 The main story is complete [Dark-skinned Host bottom × System top] [Forced relationship + yandere + fragmented top + multiple Systems + reborn transmigrators + not a wish-fulfillment story + secondary pairing (not much of it)] (The fragmented top doesn’t appear until the third world.) As the System’s thousandth Host, Liu Shan was lucky enough to win a chance at a prize draw. But with his luck always in the negatives, Liu Shan immediately drew a cursed buff: no matter which world he 1.3kReads9.0Score15514d adds

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    Early game is cold, late game is cold, hehe.

23. 23 白 My Moonlight Is Married with a Kid? But I'll Never Be the Other Woman 白月光已婚带娃？但我誓不当三 I'm Just Socially Anxious, Not Crazy我只是社恐不是神经病Modern Romance168k WordsOngoing [First love + mutual pining + angst before sweetness / pretend family of three] - “Cool-faced, softhearted orthopedic surgeon × unexpectedly nurturing finance executive” At sixteen, Bai Zhiyan secretly fell for a boy who shone like the sun. At eighteen, she finally worked up the courage to confess. But he left with another girl. At twenty-five, they meet again at a class reunion. The boy she once knew is now a rising star in finance, impeccably dressed in a suit and holding an adorable c 3Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The male lead is initially aloof and refined, but becomes a total softie once he falls in love. The female lead, on the other hand, becomes incredibly affectionate and playful whenever she's upset. The female lead is also a contrasting character—a bit of a goofball, but actually quite dramatic and outspoken. She appears cold and aloof, but is simply socially awkward.

24. 24 东 Northeastern Ghost Doctor: I Cure Every Kind of Defiance! 东北鬼医：专治各种不服！ Buddhist-Style Grind King佛系卷王Mystery1.9M WordsOngoing [Mystery and wild ideas] [Hilarious power fantasy] [Folk horror] [Invincible protagonist] [No female lead] (The short drama adaptation, Northeast Ghost Doctor: Five Ghosts Carry Me on My Journey from the Start, is now available on Tomato Short Drama.) Chen Shian, a ghost doctor from Northeast China born under the "Tenfold Peace" destiny, descends the mountain at his master's command to heal the world. With silver needles in his left hand, he cures ailments caused by ghosts; with his right fist, 27.1kReads9.2Score2.8k14d adds

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    Instead of fancy magic tricks, it relies on traditional Northeastern folk methods, such as drawing circles with stove ash or using sauerkraut jars to ward off evil spirits. It's both funny and has a strong folk flavor. 🤦🤦🤦

25. 25 拐 Steal Her Away for a Kiss 拐走亲一口 Big Northeastern Pear东北大鸭梨Modern Romance272k WordsCompleted Puppy-boy romance! The rating is low because the story is new, so please don't be put off by it. “A slow, steady romance + love at first sight for the male lead, who's a lovestruck straight shooter.” Both leads are sexually inexperienced! “Chu the Tease × Lin the Feisty One” Lin Beian was still single at 28, and Guo Xia was more desperate to marry off her daughter than a rainmaker praying for rain. Then she ran into the doctor who had treated her just yesterday at a blind date? Lin Beian never d 2.9kReads8.4Score26314d adds

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    The first book is a lighthearted, playful romance between a charming young man and Teacher Lin. The male lead is incredibly sweet and endearing, with a fresh and unique character design—I've never seen anything so funny and realistic. He's always vying for his wife's affections with his sister-in-law, as if he can't live without her. The male lead's emotional intelligence is strong and stable, yet also quite contrasting, which is very endearing. The second book features two couples: the male lead is a wolf who can transform into a puppy to woo his partner, while the supporting male lead is a snake—a proud, love-struck character. It's incredibly good, so why is the rating so low? 🤭💕😏🥰

26. 26 恋 Is a Lovelorn Son-in-Law More Appealing? The Qing Family Has Two 恋爱脑女婿香吗？老卿家有俩 Big Northeastern Pear东北大鸭梨Modern Romance341k WordsCompleted The rating is low because not many people have read it yet. Both couples get happy endings! [Beastfolk romance, two couples: Li Ge (head of the Canglang clan) × eldest sister Qing He, Liu Huaichuan (head of the Tengshe clan) × younger sister Qing An] Both male leads fall for the women at first sight! The story and romance are split about fifty-fifty across the book (don't overthink it; if you do, you're right). The Qing family has two daughters, and both are fated mates to beastfolk clan leaders 893Reads8.7Score10014d adds
27. 27 完 Oh No! The Pretty Boy I Kept Is the Young Master of Beijing's Elite 完蛋！我养的小白脸是京圈太子爷 Little Crayon Nian蜡笔小年Modern Romance1.2M WordsCompleted Tomato Short Drama: My Toyboy Is the Powerful Young Master of the Capital On her wedding night, her husband eloped abroad with his mistress. Did Jiang Ciyou cry? No! She turned around and kept an impossibly handsome toyboy. Why not? They could all have a good time together! The toyboy had broad shoulders, a slim waist, and was clingy. He could be both wolfish and sweet, and loved to act cute. After three carefree years, Jiang Ciyou handed him an enormous check. “Darling, my husband is back. Let’ 28.8kReads9.0Score5.9k14d adds

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    ①Don't let the name put you off! The name might sound a bit cheesy, but it's really good. Who would have thought that the seemingly aloof male lead would actually be so affectionate? I absolutely love this contrast!

28. 28 综 Film and TV Crossover: I Dwell in Spring Mountain 综影视：我栖春山 Chunzhi Mu春枝暮Female-Channel Fanfiction1.6M WordsCompleted [Stunning heroine + protagonist's halo + Mary Sue + sweet romance + exclusive devotion + love at first sight + lovesick male lead + one-on-one] 1. Empresses in the Palace (original novel), pairing: Xuan Ling (completed) [The person before my eyes is the one in my heart] 2. Palace Lock Heart Jade, pairing: Kangxi (completed) [Question the Emperor, understand the Emperor, surpass the Emperor. At last, the First Prince of the Great Qing has arrived, though late.] 3. Custom commission: Liu Che (in 43.2kReads9.3Score1.7k14d adds
29. 29 男 Why Does the Male Lead Keep Picking on the Cannon Fodder? 男主为何总抓着炮灰不放 Grow Rich壮大钱Modern Romance439k WordsCompleted [Male rivals fighting for her + one woman with many men + irresistible cat-girl + yandere imprisonment] She doesn’t know where she was born. All she knows is that she was born to be a wage slave working for a quick transmigration System. Gu Youjing is a bottom-rung wage slave earning a base salary of 2,500. Her System is also incomplete, but fortunately, the missions are simple. She’s a lazy, greedy, fussy cannon-fodder character. She thought she’d just go to work while enjoying the romantic flu 14kReads8.7Score63214d adds
30. 30 她 Her Dimples Are So Sweet 她的梨涡好甜 Chen Guan沉官Modern Romance377k WordsCompleted [Cold on the outside, warm on the inside, sharp-tongued school bully x sweet, shy, sickly top student; a heartwarming, sugary high school romance] No matter how many years pass, Jiang Che will never forget that day. A timid young girl transferred to No. 1 High School. Wearing a pair of old canvas shoes, she cautiously became Jiang Che’s new deskmate. Everyone wondered how long it would be before the new girl got driven away. “Ah Che, how’s your new deskmate?” “She looks so sickly. I heard she ev 37.8kReads9.0Score4.4k14d adds
31. 31 暗 After Secretly Loving the Male Lead, I Was Forcefully Taken for Myself 暗恋男主之后我被强取豪夺了 Salted Fish Biscuit in a Tree树上的咸鱼饼干Modern Romance278k WordsCompleted Original title: After Secretly Loving the Male Lead, I Was Taken by Force A love-struck male lead who starts out cold but later falls head over heels for her vs. a cool-headed female lead who diligently carries out her missions The male lead is not the original male lead, and neither the male nor female lead is perfect. You’re an ordinary girl with a secret crush on the male lead. But someone finds out and tells everyone, and then they all look down on you. They say you’re not good enough for hi 7.4kReads8.6Score52514d adds
32. 32 不 Aren't You Supposed to Be a Playboy? Why Do You Blush When I Kiss You? 不是浪子吗？怎么我一亲就脸红！ Selenium in the Mist雾里硒Modern Romance148k WordsOngoing [A second chance at love + sharp tongue, soft heart + reunion from the very first chapter + school romance followed by city life] Bright, sweet girl ✖️ carefree, cool guy Lin Xi met Fu Sizhi when she was thirteen. When they were young, they watched the same sunset. They met again at university, but he didn't remember her at all. The aloof, antisocial boy from back then had become a campus celebrity, surrounded by endless rumors and a revolving cast of companions. A misunderstanding on a rainy ni —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I suspect you're referring to this book. The male lead is portrayed as a playboy at school, constantly involved in scandals and changing girlfriends every month. However, he has never even held a girl's hand. He falls in love with the female lead at first sight and pursues her. On their first day together, the female lead is the one who initiates the kiss, causing the male lead to blush bright red and almost become speechless. After that, he wants to kiss and hug the female lead every day.

33. 33 快 Quick Transmigration: Winning Over the Contrasting Male Lead 快穿：攻略反差男主 Mo Ya莫琊Ancient Romance354k WordsOngoing “What is a contrast? Nothing more than the saintly breaking their vows, the wanton turning shy, the taker growing tender, the loyal becoming possessive, the cold-hearted falling in love…” Jiang Yuran: The contrast trope is great, but it feels a world away from me. Not a single danmei novel online has won my heart… Time-Space System: Very well, your wish is my command! Jiang Yuran: ??? And so, a certain someone was dragged by a certain System into one world after another, tasked with awakening th —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The male protagonist is the same person; he can break his vows for the female protagonist when he is a saint, show his naivety to her when he is a playboy, and be gentle to her when he is a predator.

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