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1. 1 我EN My Junior Sister Can’t Possibly Be a Silly Sweetheart 我的师妹不可能是傻白甜 Returning Mountain Jade归山玉Romance2.6M WordsCompleted [Monster-slaying, leveling-up, and romance] //My Junior Sister Can't Possibly Be a Sweet, Naive Fool// - Not a strong female lead!!! Not a wish-fulfillment story!!! Slow-burn melodrama!!! Written for my own enjoyment!!!- Mei Liangyu: My junior sister spends all day with a bunch of top-tier villains. She smiles brightly and adorably, and speaks so softly, but she must have something up her sleeve. There's no way she's a sweet, naive fool in a circle of villains. - Six hundred years ago, the star 592.8kFavorites679.1kClicks/ch2.8MGifts

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   January 23, 2025: The author's updates are extremely unstable, only monthly. The reason given for taking a month off was to make up for the previous book's signing. I followed the series to over 400 chapters, only to be met with a plot that avoids the important points, no highlights for the protagonist, and character inconsistencies. Meimei Suisui is completely out of character; the initial forbearance becomes a joke. Supporting characters who should die don't, and those who shouldn't die die; sometimes, a single dialogue from a supporting character can fill an entire chapter. I used to wholeheartedly recommend your work everywhere, telling everyone how great your Xianxia novels were, how the various schools of thought and cultivation settings were almost nonexistent, commenting on your Weibo, feeling sorry for your gray hair, and being happy when you gave out red envelopes. Does selling the film and television rights give you the right to treat readers like this? This is the book I poured the most "nutrient solution" into in my 2023 year-end report, and to this day, several of your other books are still on my romance novel list. Zhou Danta, Gui Shanyu, why did you ruin your reputation and damage your word-of-mouth? I really hate you... I will never follow this novel or any of your ongoing series again... 25.6.25: I've been seeing a lot of comments lately saying things like "it's all back to normal later" or "it's not so boring anymore," but I still can't believe Zhou Dantart's track record of leaving things unfinished. Looking closely, it's still just those few chapters a month. I've loved and hated it, let's see if it ever gets finished in this lifetime. 26.7.13: Haha, it's finished, so I changed my rating from one star to five stars, haha, I really washed my underwear with a cold face, hahaha... It turns out that all I hated was that there was no substitute for the meal replacement, and that you weren't finished.

2. 2 你 Do You Have a Nonhuman Husband? 你有人外老公吗？ Silver Eight银八Romance316k WordsCompleted By chance, Xie Yijia helped a man out of a tight spot. He was handsome, fair-skinned, and slender, exactly her type. Later, he became her husband. Their married life was harmonious, especially in bed. Her husband hand-washed her clothes every day; he carefully prepared all three of her meals; and when she was sick, he stayed by her side without leaving. Her husband was great in every way, except that he didn't earn much and was shy and timid. But she didn't mind. One day, Xie Yijia came home fr 41kFavorites42.3kClicks/ch8.1kGifts

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   Hooray for the finished product! It was so well-written, we need more non-fictional characters! [Hugging thigh] The male lead's love-obsessed nature is so admirable, and he has a strong sense of being a husband. The female lead's personality is also very likable. I love it! P. S.: I'm just reading online novels, can some people please stop trying to make it seem valuable? Sometimes it's so frustrating that by the time I get to the later parts, I don't even want to talk anymore. 26.4.3: It seems there's a child in the extra chapter! *Explosion*

3. 3 始21+ After I Toyed with and Abandoned the Frail Immortal Lord 始乱终弃病弱仙君后 I Know the Undercurrent知我暗涌Romance207k WordsCompleted 41.5kFavorites44.2kClicks/ch24.1kGifts

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   The character design is alright, and it was interesting before the paid subscription period, but the plot didn't get as good after that. It's also a bit short.

4. 4 我 I’m Not An Immortal 我不成仙 Shi Jing时镜Romance3.2M WordsCompleted [Note: Only volumes 1–5 have been published in simplified Chinese, covering chapters 1–177 of the online version. If you bought the simplified edition but haven’t read the ending, start at chapter 178.] Even if you become an immortal, you won’t escape my sword. She wielded her sword across the world, and countless immortals died by her blade. So people with time on their hands gave her a nickname: The Immortals’ Bane. The Immortals’ Bane, the Immortals’ Bane, even immortals fret when they see 304.7kFavorites667.2kClicks/ch538.4kGifts

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   (Unlocked chapters not showing full subscription) I've already reread it. I read it a long time ago; it was kind of my gateway into long cultivation novels. Jianchou has a wonderful personality, she's capable and can let go easily, always having a sense of "worthiness," and she never gave up despite knowing her situation. She survived countless dangerous situations, a very reliable female lead. There's a subtle sense of humor throughout the sect, but the most heartbreaking character is still the eldest brother… eldest brother… sigh! Shi Jing is really good at writing grand scenes, very vivid. My only complaint is that the ex-husband is almost a constant presence throughout the entire story; the more I wanted to see him disappear, the longer he stayed… even all the locked chapters are related to the ex-husband, haha! It's okay, thankfully we have Chaosheng. I really like the male lead in this book. He doesn't have many scenes but isn't a background character, he doesn't steal Jianchou's spotlight, and he's the one who helps Jianchou in crucial moments. He has that inhuman, loveless feeling of a great demon, yet he firmly chooses Jianchou, and I even felt a little jealous towards the end… a very cute couple. Finally, I have to shout it out: the male lead isn't determined by who has the most screen time; whoever the female lead chooses is the male lead! That damned ex-husband, die! You have the guts to kill your wife to prove your path, but you don't have the guts to kill your wife to prove your path!

5. 5 重 The Heavy Purple 重紫 Shu Ke蜀客Romance448k WordsCompleted "A Little Note" “Want me to forgive you? Only if Mount Nanhua collapses and the waters of the four seas run dry.” When at last he opened his arms and walked toward her, she only smiled. No joy, no anticipation. She simply stood there and smiled. Master and disciple in two lifetimes, demons across three. As seas change and mountains shift, ask: how deep is love, how shallow? How much love, how much hate? Better to bring down Mount Nanhua and dry up the four seas. Who cares whether we are immort 45kFavorites158.4kClicks/ch11kGifts

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   Holy crap, I can't believe I managed to subscribe to all of them even after using so many accounts. One of my favorite heterosexual romance novels from when I was a kid! My Heavenly Evil… Heavenly Evil… [crying emoji]

6. 6 云 Joyful Clouds 云欢 Sing of the Wind and Go风歌且行Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Chen Yunhuan was once the foremost disciple of Xianlang Sect, a genius sword cultivator praised by everyone. Then one day, she lost all her spiritual power and became a cripple. A girl who appeared out of nowhere took her place as the foremost disciple, while Chen Yunhuan was kicked down the mountain and left to fend for herself. That night, Chen Yunhuan sat at the foot of the mountain and saw brilliant spiritual light shining from its peak. She knew it was the light of Xue Chiyao practicing he 82.5kFavorites60.2kClicks/ch93.3kGifts

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   Every time I open it, it still has that familiar feel. I've already read several of Feng Meili's books without even realizing it, and I especially love her writing style! P. S.: I finally have time to read them slowly. I bought them all at once, and I'll write a long review after I've finished reading them all. Five stars for now!

7. 7 但 But the Puppy Cares 但是小狗在乎 Safe and Sound Year After Year岁岁无恙Romance184k WordsCompleted [Publication contract signed. Updates on Weibo: @Jinjiang Suisui Wuyang] To bring home the puppy she wanted, Cen Yin made a bet with her mother: save twenty thousand yuan over summer vacation. Her childhood friend, whom she hadn't seen in exactly twelve years, came back. Her parents said, “You're in charge of breakfast from now on.” Cen Yin said, “That'll cost extra.” Since they paid so much for running errands, Cen Yin cheerfully took on the job. Rain or shine, heatstroke or fever, she never 7.6kFavorites5.3kClicks/ch3.4kGifts

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   This is the third book by the teacher I've read. It's a collection of simple yet heartwarming short stories; I love them.

8. 8 我 My Husband Is a World-Destroying Demon 我夫君是灭世魔头 Fu Meng扶梦Romance545k WordsCompleted [The print edition is out, with a new bonus chapter. Available on all platforms!] Qin Yingran is the daughter of a tutor, and she marries a scholar. After they marry, the scholar gives her everything she asks for. They aren’t rich, and they argue now and then, but their life is peaceful enough. Yingran thinks they’ll go on living a quiet, ordinary life forever. Until one day, a group of people storms into their home, shouting, “We’ve found that demon Xu Liling’s hideout!” Yingran hides at a di 489.6kFavorites569.3kClicks/ch540.9kGifts

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   (See comments section for a full review) It's been a long time since I've read a romance novel, and it's also been a long time since I've given a five-star review. I've finally seen a work that really catches my eye. The book's greatest strength lies in its unconventional approach, seamlessly weaving everyday life and plot together without sacrificing any particular aspect. It presents a poignant glimpse into a mature, loving husband a thousand years later, a seemingly carefree old demon who playfully teases Yingran, finding joy in the mundane details of married life. Simultaneously, through Yingran's perspective, we witness the spirited young immortal lord of yesteryear. Xu Liling's journey from being alone, with no one willing to speak up for him after his demonic descent, to finding love a thousand years later... Evokes a profound sense of (gǎnkǎi, deep emotion/reflection). The control group spans time and space, including both horizontal and vertical comparisons. For example, it compares the female protagonist's parents, brother-in-law, and the immortal disciples. Father is old-fashioned and strict, but he'd risk his life to test the depths of the Holy and Demonic paths to ensure his daughter's safety and happiness; Mother is gentle but has no say, and when her beloved daughter comes home for vacation, she's only excited for the first three days before growing tired of her; Brother-in-law is clever and shrewd, but not cowardly or lewd. He knows he cultivates Taoism to protect those around him, and although he's afraid, he still cares deeply for his sister… Each disciple of the immortal sect has a distinct personality; not all are like goddesses, obsessively pursuing their goals. There's Zhao Xianyue, who understands personal love, upholding her own interests while chanting slogans, yet still helping Xianhua whenever possible; and there's Yu Xufeng, who can distinguish right from wrong and refuses to be a petty person. And then there's Yue Chaoqiu, who at one point empathizes with Xu Liling, but can never truly understand his feelings… A comparison between Zhang Xingsheng a thousand years ago and Zhang Fuxian a thousand years later. Knowing their journey had been difficult, and knowing how fickle people's hearts could be, the one ultimately willing to take responsibility for the String Flower was not one of the immortal disciples they encountered along the way, but rather the one who had searched for a thousand years, tasted the power, and changed his original intentions… If Yingran weren't Yingran, and Xu Liling weren't Xu Liling, and if it weren't for this book, perhaps their encounter would have only become a tragic part of a legend. Even characters like Manager Jin and Pearl, who have limited screen time, along with other supporting characters, lead their own lives, filled with their own loves and hates. Their stories are ones we, as observers, can understand, but cannot easily participate in or rewrite. It is because of these experiences that they became who they are; it is because they are who they are that they made those choices… Perhaps there are regrets and resentments, but they are all frozen in time between the lines, with no chance to start over… Even with just a few strokes, the characters are vividly portrayed, conveying joy, laughter, and sorrow. One moment you're laughing at the bickering between Big Flower and Little Yellow, the next you're feeling a pang of sadness at the little devil's words from a thousand years ago, "It's been xx years since you last came here..." If the two hadn't met, Yingran would have lived a good life, just as she herself said, only lacking a world-destroying demon husband. The only ones who would feel disappointed are us, the readers. Because we're used to Xu Liling's meticulous care, while Xu Liling might have truly wanted to destroy the world long ago. But thankfully, there's the Qingniao storyline. The most brilliant part is that the timelines overlap at the very end, without altering the original plot, thus making up for the readers' regrets and creating a unique sense of destiny… because even without Yingran repeatedly calling out "Huaizhen," telling him how long until they meet again, the two would still be together.

9. 9 被 After the Handsome Guy Downstairs Knocked on My Door with a Cold Face 被楼下帅哥冷脸敲门后 Pure White醇白Romance283k WordsCompleted This novel has been signed for publication in simplified Chinese. For updates, contact vb@Shi Chunbai. ★ The companion novel, A Romantic Farce, is complete! Come give it a read! ■ Both leads are sexually inexperienced | Light comedy | Wealthy, world-weary bartender × idealistic, spirited shop owner ■ Tough-looking, pure-hearted tattooed bad boy × adorable, timid girl with a restless heart Chen Kuang stormed upstairs, fuming, and pounded on his neighbor’s door. His work kept him up all night an 126.8kFavorites135.3kClicks/ch56.2kGifts

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   It's not a particularly long story, but I really liked it; I subscribed to the whole series without thinking. The illustrations are also very unique. The male lead is well-developed, with a charmingly unexpected side, and the female lead is also fantastic. I feel like it could be revised from a 4 to a 5.

10. 10 当 After Using My Crush's Photo to Ward Off Suitors 当我用crush照片挡桃花后 An Weile安为乐Romance114k WordsCompleted The print edition of When the Peach Blossoms Arrive is now on sale! It includes a new 7,000-word bonus story! For details, see @Anweileer ^ ^ In her twenty-sixth year of being single, Li Xia’s parents weren’t asking for much. They just wanted her to hurry up and start dating someone. Fed up with their nagging, Li Xia went straight to Instagram, found a photo of a handsome amateur account she’d recently followed, and set it as her phone wallpaper. Whenever anyone asked, she simply held up her p 116.8kFavorites113kClicks/ch94.4kGifts

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    Absolutely fantastic! The author's descriptive skills are superb, creating a powerful sense of suspense and nuanced emotions. Despite being only a little over 100,000 words, the story has a very complete structure, reflecting the author's contemplation on life, death, and love… Many sentences resonate deeply with the reader; it's truly exceptional. I rarely give short stories five stars, but this one is absolutely deserving.

11. 11 你 You Look Delicious 你看起来很好吃 Fusang Knows Me扶桑知我Romance193k WordsCompleted [Signed for simplified Chinese publication. Follow publication updates on Weibo: @Jinjiang Fusan Zhiwo] Vampire Zhi Zhi was awakened by a drop of sweet human blood. Her magic core was too weak, and she slept for thousands of years before finally waking. By then, her kind had gone extinct. Zhi Zhi became the last vampire, and successfully integrated into human society. She crouched in wait for a month, hoping to feed, but couldn't find any prey. She couldn't beat a single one of these humans. U 42.3kFavorites85.7kClicks/ch24.3kGifts

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    I was surprised to realize this is the author's fourth book. Personally, I think it's better than the other three; it's a very cute story, and the interactions between the male and female leads are incredibly sweet. In the early chapters, the appearance of the villains felt somewhat disjointed, but surprisingly, it was all smoothed out later and became part of the main couple's dynamic. A pretty good premise. The epilogue about the convenience store's origin brought tears to my eyes, and the soul-swapping scene was quite interesting.

12. 12 关21+ A Little Thing About Turning into My Ex-Boyfriend's Cat After I Died 关于死后变成前男友的猫这件小事 Chewing Clouds嚼云朵Romance127k WordsCompleted 24.6kFavorites24.1kClicks/ch24.3kGifts

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    Life is truly like a cat's meow and a kitten's paw.

13. 13 不 I Accidentally Won Over the Male Lead's Uncle 不小心攻略了男主他叔 Fusang Knows Me扶桑知我Romance178k WordsCompleted Mingming is an ancient snake demon who has survived since antiquity. To break through the limits of her cultivation, she bound herself to a romance System. Using the male lead's appearance as a guide, Mingming found him in the lightless Wasteland of Desolate Nights. She carried him out of a desperate situation, treated his grave injuries, and cured his blindness. She loved to eat and would sometimes sniff at the delicious scent on the male lead. She would also transform into a snake and drape h 13.5kFavorites13.3kClicks/ch4.3kGifts

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    The premise is interesting, but it's too short.

14. 14 蚀 Bone-Deep Torment: Where Can a Woman Run? 蚀骨危情:女人哪里逃 One Huge Well好大一口井Romance185k WordsCompleted Jiang Zhi transmigrated into a book and discovered that someone had set her up. As luck would have it, there was a man lying beside her. When she opened her eyes again, it was the next morning. She looked down. Hm? She looked down again. Well, would you look at that. * Lu Wenye transmigrated into a book and discovered that someone had set him up. As luck would have it, there was a woman lying beside him. When he opened his eyes again, it was the next morning. He looked down. Hm? He looked 10.9kFavorites17.5kClicks/ch6.8kGifts

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    A great book whose title doesn't do it justice. The beginning and middle are hilarious and silly; I didn't dare read it late at night for fear of laughing so hard my family would find out… The romance between the male and female leads develops naturally, and the ending is warm and happy. Seeing the puppy in the epilogue made me cry so much QAQ

15. 15 兔 The Rabbit Who Took Down the Grass by Its Burrow (Adapted as the Drama Exclusive Fairy Tale) 兔子压倒窝边草（改编剧：独家童话） Yi Jin忆锦Romance254k WordsCompleted [Written over a decade ago. There are laughs and cringe-worthy bits, so please forgive the flaws!] Xiao Tu's mother had a wish: when her daughter grew up, she would be like the Jade Rabbit spirit and marry a fair-skinned, handsome Tang Sanzang who could hold his own in the parlor and the kitchen, and whom she could eat if she ever got tired of him. But what her mother never expected was that before her daughter could cultivate into a spirit, she would be... eaten by a Tang Monk who had already 47.7kFavorites302.2kClicks/ch10.2kGifts

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    I read it a long time ago; it was probably the first account I subscribed to, but sadly that account is gone, haha. I suddenly came across it in the "You May Also Like" section, so I'm subscribing again and giving it a rating. It's probably a childhood sweetheart story, purely a sweet romance. I forgot if there was a pregnancy element; I wasn't so averse to stories with children back then.

16. 16 人 The Human Observation Project 人类观察计划 Three Thousand Winds and Snows三千风雪Romance381k WordsCompleted [Coming soon: Contemporary romance The Killer. A sweet girl with a hidden dark side × an energetic young woman. A girl's secret crush! While investigating a major human-trafficking ring, Shi Qian encountered a woman behaving strangely. She was disheveled and overweight. A week later, he saw the same woman at a charity gala. She had transformed from a shabby middle-aged woman into a glamorous socialite who captivated everyone... A wealthy heiress, 21kFavorites47.5kClicks/ch13kGifts

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    I read this a long time ago, and it was quite good. It's a story of a cheerful, energetic puppy-like male lead and a powerful, goddess-like female lead. The female lead keeps changing her identity to help people fulfill their wishes, and the prices she charges are reasonable. The plot is logically sound, and the romance isn't too angsty; it's nice that the two of them have mouths. (Four to five chapters revised.)

17. 17 蛇 Snakes Are Dangerous, Yet Incredibly Beautiful 蛇蛇危险，却实在漂亮 Picking a Shadow摘一朵影子Romance268k WordsCompleted *The physical edition is now available. Follow @JinjiangPickAShadow on Weibo Blurb: Second Miss Fang has a face like a hibiscus flower and a gentle, even-tempered nature. She is sensible and filial, but sadly, she was born a concubine’s daughter. Her mother died young, and Second Miss Fang grew up walking on eggshells in the shadow of the principal wife and her elder sister. Her greatest wish is to secure a good marriage for herself. One rainy day, with cicadas and frogs calling all around, she 31.6kFavorites27.8kClicks/ch7.8kGifts

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    There were some hiccups during the serialization, with a long break in updates, but overall it's very good. It's not purely sweet; it has a touch of bittersweetness. The early episodes are very suspenseful, and the interactions are quite interesting. I've already praised the other aspects in my long review, so I won't repeat them here.

18. 18 撞21+ Starstruck 撞星 Sing of the Wind and Go风歌且行Romance303k WordsCompleted 112.7kFavorites129.3kClicks/ch108.8kGifts

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    This should be Feng Meili's fourth book. The emotional expression is as delicate as ever, it's very enjoyable, and the writing is smooth… Feng Meili, you've worked so hard to maintain such high quality even while writing two books simultaneously QAQ Please keep writing, I'll always be here. [Biting handkerchief]

19. 19 成 I Became the Blood Clan's Most Beloved! 成了血族万人迷！ Li Mian黎眠Romance437k WordsCompleted Shi Sui enrolled at the elite school near her home. Classes were held at night, following a foreign schedule. But the school was full of handsome boys and beautiful girls, enough to soothe the pain of having her days and nights turned upside down. The aloof sword club president with black hair and red eyes, the gorgeous, long-legged theater club leader who could charm anyone, the mysterious cool guy who never even glanced at people as he passed... And it wasn't just them. Every one of her cla 60.3kFavorites75.3kClicks/ch48.9kGifts

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    I randomly picked this book from the homepage bestseller list, and I didn't expect it to be so good. The last time I encountered a vampire setting was a comic, not a novel. I rarely get into novels with "stock-hunting" and "popular" characters, but this one ended up being a complete subscription. The author writes very well; the female lead is incredibly powerful, her roommate is adorable, and all the other female characters are fantastic. Each male character has their own distinct traits, making them very vivid and giving the female lead different meanings and values—they're like wonderful little dogs. It's pure, sensual fun… While reading, I was constantly looking forward to the interactions between the female lead and the male leads. The plot is rich, and the pacing is excellent. The story unfolds little by little around the main plot of finding someone, and before I knew it, I had read more than half of it—it felt like dancing on a fantasy pedestal. Overall, it's great.

20. 20 不EN I Became the White Moonlight After Constantly Courting Death 不断作死后我成了白月光 Ji Ying纪婴Romance780k WordsCompleted [The print edition is titled I Accidentally Became the White Moonlight. Find it at @Jinjiang Jiying.] [Synopsis] After transmigrating into a male-oriented cultivation novel, Ningning plans to follow the plot diligently, only to discover that something is very wrong with this world. Within her sect, her senior brother propels himself into the sky by pushing off with his left foot against his right; her sen 687.3kFavorites1.3MClicks/ch477.2kGifts

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    I can't remember exactly, but it was a funny and silly story; the romance wasn't that appealing to me. I won't reread it.

21. 21 道 The Taoist Priest and the Cat 道长与猫 Laughing Beauty笑佳人Romance426k WordsCompleted Xie Jingyuan, the master of Qingxu Temple, and Su Miaomiao, a cat demon, were reborn in the modern world. Su Miaomiao: That classmate’s dried fish looks delicious. Xie Jingyuan: I’ll go buy you some. Don’t steal it. Su Miaomiao: It’s raining. Daozhang, come pick me up. Xie Jingyuan: I’m busy. Su Miaomiao: That’s okay. A boy in my class offered to walk me back to the dorm. Xie Jingyuan: ...Send me your location. A sweet childhood-friends romance with a fun, everyday modern setting. Theme: Be a 206.1kFavorites376.2kClicks/ch195.5kGifts

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    Judging from the author's name, you know the output is guaranteed, but personally, I don't really like Xiao Jiaren's historical romance novels. I've tried many times but never got to finish one, which is kind of sad. Of all my completed works, this is my absolute favorite! The premise is very interesting, the story is heartwarming, and the emotional shifts are very subtle, like a gentle stream flowing through the heart. It's the kind of book where you can roughly guess the plot, but you still want to keep reading.

22. 22 我 The Tenth Year After My Death 我死后的第十年 Yun Chi云炽Romance486k WordsCompleted [The print edition goes on sale July 26. Follow @JinjiangYunchi for details.] [An additional 18,000 words of bonus stories have been added!, July 22] A slow-witted, resurrected first love x the man who pined for her for ten years as a widower * Ji Fanling died at seventeen. When she opened her eyes again, she was on an unfamiliar, narrow street. Rain poured down, and a Maybach was parked at the far end. A tall, strikingly elegant man stepped out of the car. Cool and aloof, dressed in a black s 228.2kFavorites361kClicks/ch230.9kGifts

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    I impulsively subscribed to the entire book. The subject matter is novel, and the writing is delicate. Both characters are well-developed and vivid, creating a compelling and suspenseful dynamic. I've seen other readers mention something, but I don't care about the constant misunderstandings or repetitive plots; as long as it's enjoyable, that's enough. Overall, it has a strong sense of redemption. The most memorable part is when the male protagonist carves the female protagonist's name on her belongings, gradually giving her a sense of belonging to the world and making her more confident… True love is shown through actions, not just words! So, before they grew mouths, I mostly found it "funny," haha. The only drawback of the book is the author's strange punctuation; there are too many commas, making it sound abrupt and disjointed when read aloud. I hope the punctuation can be corrected before publication.

23. 23 狐 Fox Immortal 狐仙 Qi Xi柒熙Romance222k WordsCompleted Premise: 910Favorites12.9kClicks/ch724Gifts

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    Using the names "Shi Qian" and "Qin Luyuan," I actually found a book I read at least ten years ago—it's truly unbelievable. I'll complete it, subscribe, and rate it. Looking back now, the author's writing style is commendable, though the details could be improved. But I know why they stopped writing.

24. 24 昭 Bright Spring Days 昭昭春日 Pepper-Salt Sweet Biscuit椒盐小甜饼Romance625k WordsCompleted [Signed for simplified Chinese publication. For updates, follow the Weibo account Jinjiang Salt-and-Pepper Little Sweet Biscuit.] ·The young man she found in autumn returned in spring to marry her. Princess Jianing, Li Xianyu, was a well-behaved child. The only rebellious thing she ever did was buy a cold, reserved young man at the slave market on her birthday. Li Xianyu named him Linyuan and made him her personal guard. Everyone in the palace knew that although the guard named Linyuan was han 130.7kFavorites149.4kClicks/ch34.4kGifts

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    I was crying while following the updates of the book next door, so I read this one and really liked the characters. Addendum: But no matter how much I liked this one, it's useless because the other book was delayed and had a terrible ending. I'm speechless.

25. 25 热 When Love Burns Bright 热恋你 Deer Spirit鹿灵Romance574k WordsCompleted [This novel has been revised. Other versions may be inconsistent, so we recommend reading the official version on Jinjiang.] Before deciding to get married, Lin Luosang had only met Pei Hanzhou twice. The first time was after she got drunk and behaved recklessly on a luxury cruise ship. Her head was pounding, and she snuck away with her clothes the next morning. The second time, he pinned her against a hospital wall. "Why didn't you tell me you were pregnant?" "Would telling you have solved anyt 136.3kFavorites320kClicks/ch62.8kGifts

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    The female lead is career-oriented, cute, funny, and determined. The male lead's gradual transformation from being clueless about expressing himself to becoming more perceptive is very engaging. The two heal each other and grow together; the whole story is sweet and not angsty. The author's writing is delicate, with a touch of dry humor and plenty of witty remarks; I really enjoyed it. There's a child in the epilogue.

26. 26 病21+ A Guide to Winning Over the Yandere Villain 病娇反派攻略指南 Rain at Nightfall宵时雨Romance432k WordsCompleted 10.7kFavorites16.7kClicks/ch3.9kGifts

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    This is my wife's second book. I call her "wife" because I've read all of her books, and the author is quite accepting of this term, which makes me happy, just like calling someone "baby," "wife," "teacher," or "mommy"—it doesn't mean anything bad. As her first book, compared to the one next door, the writing is indeed a bit raw, and the plot isn't quite as developed, but her personal preferences are clearly evident. Out of liking and trust, I subscribed to all of them before reading, and overall, it's pretty good. It's a story about a straightforward, sweet girl and a yandere male lead, with a few innovative twists on this formula. PS: It feels so good to have an author supported! I'll always follow my wife!

27. 27 先 Marriage First, Love Later 先婚后爱 Meng Xiao Er梦筱二Romance447k WordsCompleted [Print edition now available] Synopsis Three months into their marriage, Jian Hang and Qin Moling are still sleeping in separate rooms. Their marriage was arranged by Qin Moling's grandfather, and Qin Moling has no feelings for her. In the eyes of outsiders, Jian Hang, whose family is nothing special, has married into the Qin family and turned into a phoenix. Plenty of people are waiting to laugh when she becomes a wealthy family's castoff. But she ha 384.3kFavorites499.8kClicks/ch199.5kGifts

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    Just like the title suggests, the "arranged marriage to love" trope is very strong and authentic. The main couple is very compelling, both are strong, the career storylines are interesting, and both characters grow as they grow. However, I didn't really like the author's writing style; it was too cold and dry for me. The only plot point I didn't understand was the side couple… how could there be such a scumbag and utterly unappealing man? In the epilogue, he was still thinking about the woman he used to like; I really wanted to rush in and kill him. I hope Yan Yue finds happiness too; she deserves it. I'm deducting five stars here, but seeing the last epilogue, where everyone has a happy ending and the world is a better place, makes me feel relieved. There's a child in the epilogue.

28. 28 在 After I Twinned With a High School Classmate on the Subway 在地铁上和高中同学撞衫后 Safe and Sound Year After Year岁岁无恙Romance373k WordsCompleted [The print edition is now available. For details, follow Weibo @Jinjiang Suisui Wuyang] 1. After being tricked into a blind date, Shu Yao ran into Shen Ye, a high school classmate she hadn't seen in seven years, on the subway. Back then, her best friend and his buddy had been sweet on each other, leaving the two of them, stuck playing matchmaker, sitting awkwardly across from each other in silence. Now, something even more awkward happened: They were wearing matching outfits. Fortunately, Shen 102kFavorites163.4kClicks/ch29.3kGifts

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    I caught this up after finishing "Memorandum" next door; it's a book I blindly subscribed to. Even though it's a year old, the author's work is consistently excellent, and reading it backwards reveals a lot of improvement. The female lead has a wonderful personality; she's not simply "cool" or anything like that in the traditional sense. She's intelligent and worldly-wise without being cynical. The male lead gradually wins her heart because of his efforts and his own excellence. The two of them offer each other warmth and grow together—it's fantastic. Looking forward to "Eating Melon"!

29. 29 备 After My Memo Got Synced to His Phone 备忘录被同步到他手机上后 Safe and Sound Year After Year岁岁无恙Romance359k WordsCompleted [The print edition is now available. For details, follow vb@Jinjiang Suisui Wuyang. Please don't confuse us with pirated copies; support the official release!] 1. The man I’m technically married to is the sharpest-tongued person Li Sui has ever met. When a guy hit on her and asked her to go for a walk with him: Zhou Jinghuai: "Sorry, she’s already taken the dog for a walk." When her mother urged them to have a baby: Zhou Jinghuai: "I got a vasectomy." Her mother: "Why?" Zhou Jinghuai: "It was 2 95.9kFavorites119.8kClicks/ch33.4kGifts

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    The last time I read a contemporary romance novel was seven years ago. I absolutely loved this one; I finished it in one afternoon—it was so good! The male and female leads have distinct personalities, respect each other, and the emotional descriptions are delicate. The author is also incredibly witty, and the writing is super smooth. Overall, it's a story of growth and development. After finishing this one, I subscribed to the entirety of "Clashing Outfits" next door and noticed significant improvement, especially after the ending where they get intimate… Reading this novel made me so happy. [Biting handkerchief]

30. 30 抛 After Leaving the Heartless Sword Venerable 抛弃无情道剑尊后 Fusang Knows Me扶桑知我Romance571k WordsCompleted [Complete] Wusu was born from chaos and became a demon. Because her magic is weak, people often mistake her for an ordinary human. She's perfectly happy living as an ordinary person. She keeps to herself in the busiest city in the mortal realm and works three jobs a day to support herself. Then an accident leads to one reckless night, and by a twist of fate, she ends up with a mortal husband. Though he is mortal and they are worlds apart in status, he insists on staying by Wusu's side. Wusu kno 120.4kFavorites197.1kClicks/ch75.1kGifts

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    It's alright, but the later parts aren't as good as the earlier ones. Maybe it's because of the female lead's established identity; she has a slightly naive, almost childlike quality, and once you get used to that feeling, it becomes less interesting… The male lead keeps pursuing her, which is kind of funny now that I think about it. I've read another book by the same author, and it was also worse in the later parts than the earlier ones.

31. 31 他 He Came to Save Me 他来渡我 Listening to the Moon by the River一江听月Romance828k WordsCompleted [The original heroine is not vilified, and no woman is put through angst. Instead, the male lead gets his comeuppance. The sisters are close, and it’s a silly, adorable romp for a bit of fun. The heroine happily runs away in Chapter One. For more of the same, try the silly novel “Shh, Actually, I Know Who He Is.”] Blurb: The moment Qiu Yan transmigrates into a book, she puts her amazing acting skills to work as a substitute Her older sister, Qiu Qing, is the cultivation world’s number-one beauty 110.5kFavorites239.1kClicks/ch81.3kGifts

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    It was okay at first, but I lost interest later on. I'm never reading Buddhist cultivation novels again. 886. Subscribing to the whole thing was just my OCD and stubbornness; now I'd faint if I saw 800,000 words.

32. 32 渡21+ Borrowing Yang Energy 渡阳气 Sing of the Wind and Go风歌且行Romance275k WordsCompleted 261.9kFavorites279kClicks/ch131.9kGifts

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    This is a sweet treat; I rarely read spin-offs, but this one is fantastic. I'll love Feng Meili forever! [Continued]

33. 33 关 About Me and My Ridiculous Demon Roommate 关于我和我的沙雕恶魔室友 Yan Wu严午Romance763k WordsCompleted The story is complete. Welcome, everyone stopping by, and please leave a rating in the bottom right if you bought the whole story, angels OVO This cover was provided by the lovely reader Mo Ran Fan Wu. Thank you to the amazing artist for drawing such a delicious demon lady! Blurb: An angel gets a text from his roommate while at work. [Through me you enter the city of endless pain, through me you enter the pit of eternal misery, through me you join the ranks of the eternally damned.] He fell si 65.6kFavorites136kClicks/ch81.5kGifts

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    I've read it twice. It's one of the few Western fantasy novels I've read, and the main story is very interesting, sweet, and natural. Some of the foreshadowing was handled very well. I honestly didn't find the plot particularly angsty; maybe I'm just more resilient? There were some parts that should have made me cry, but I only groaned a little and didn't actually cry. The male and female leads are incredibly well-developed characters. I still find the epilogues a bit off-putting QAQ. There are fewer and fewer novels like this on Jinjiang Literature City these days, and I miss them. I'll still give it five stars.

34. 34 女 The Villainess Doesn't Want the Leads to Break Up [Book Transmigration] 女配不想让主角分手[穿书] Qi Tong漆瞳Romance311k WordsCompleted Shen Wanqing transmigrates into a fantasy romance novel full of angst. Misunderstandings plague the leads’ relationship, they suffer both physically and emotionally, and in the end one dies while the other is left injured. Shen Wanqing looks at herself, now cast as the vicious supporting female character. “I see. My mission must be to break up the main couple and win over the male lead, right?” System: “No. Your mission is to turn this novel into a sweet romance.” Shen Wanqing: “...” And so She 529.8kFavorites758kClicks/ch151.6kGifts

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    The characters are well-developed and interesting, but for me, the early game was more engaging than the later game. Overall, there aren't many memorable moments, so I wouldn't give it five stars; four stars would be better.

35. 35 原 The Original Novel Kills Me 原著杀我 Fusang Knows Me扶桑知我Romance520k WordsCompleted ★ Signed for simplified Chinese publication. Follow Weibo @Jinjiang Fusangzhiwo for publication updates. Fu Wan is transported into a cultivation novel as the villainous second female lead, afflicted with a condition that means she will die if she doesn’t follow the original plot. The heroine of the original story is the pure and proud senior sister of her sect, who breezes through one power-up after another and reaches the pinnacle of success. Fu Wan earnestly plays the role of a vicious juni 220.7kFavorites432.9kClicks/ch89.7kGifts

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    It started strong but declined in quality; the romance wasn't as compelling as the plot. The male lead's revelation felt rather unremarkable. The complexity of human nature was well-written, but my feelings towards the male and female leads were just average. My favorite character was Xuanwei; he was truly my ideal man.

36. 36 开 The Beginning 开端 Pray Lord祈祷君Romance258k WordsCompleted I'm trapped on a bus. I have to do my best to survive. Infinite flow + confined space + mystery-solving. The author's completed historical novels: Transmigrating as the Old Madam of a Duke's Mansion: Rejuvenated in My Old Age Transmigrating as Mulan, the Female Heroine Who Retired from the Army: Mulan Has No Elder Brother A king who can see the players: The King Is in Perfect Health Transmigrating as Ma Wencai, the antagonist in The Butterfly Lovers: Everyone Loves Ma Wencai Modern novels: S 245.5kFavorites307.9kClicks/ch70.5kGifts

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    It's good, the TV series is good too, I didn't expect the original work to be so short.

37. 37 苗 The Young Man from Miaojiang Is a Black Lotus 苗疆少年是黑莲花 Jun Zi Sheng君子生Romance530k WordsCompleted [The print edition has been retitled "Find Peace as the Years Pass." Preorders open at 19:30 on the evening of November 21. Follow Weibo @JunzishengJZS for updates.] Sincere, straightforward heroine x genuinely unhinged young man from Miaojiang The day He Suian transmigrated into a book, she hit her head and lost her memory. With nowhere to go, she decided to follow a young man, who took her home and raised her. The boy who took her in came from the mysterious Miaojiang of legend. She didn't pa 186.6kFavorites227kClicks/ch117.2kGifts

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    The "experiencing Miao territory" theme inexplicably became popular, and this book also jumped on the bandwagon, so I read it. The interactions between the male and female leads were quite good, and the author's descriptions were very detailed. However, the later parts didn't quite suit my taste, probably because I've read too many similar books.

38. 38 不 Don't Go Around Picking Fights 不要乱碰瓷 Red Thorn North红刺北Romance734k WordsCompleted The physical edition of the final volume goes on presale across all platforms at 7:00 p.m. on September 23, 2023. Only 3,000 signed copies are available, and the last five minutes of the signing will be done in person. For details, follow @TiantianChijiao~ Ye Su transmigrated into a xianxia novel and settled into her new life, diligently cultivating immortality and spending her free time watching the male and female leads fall in love, break up, and get back together. Her days were pleasant and 543.1kFavorites797kClicks/ch1.3MGifts

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    The show truly lived up to its reputation of starting strong but ending weak. Something felt off from the moment I could guess the male lead's identity, and it just kept losing tension, the humor feeling squeezed out. I'm hoping Green Thorn Nan can maintain a consistent performance; maybe I'll be back for good next time… 26.4.8: Oh dear, I feel sorry for you. I'm changing it from four to five. Please, Teacher Hongcibei, keep writing happily! [Please!]

39. 39 有 Bandits 有匪 priestRomance717k WordsCompleted “One day, you will cross the silent, tranquil Ximo River, leave the old Peach Blossom Spring encircled by mountains, and enter a night sky shrouded in endless gloom. You will witness countless unclimbable mountains collapse one after another, and impassable seas dry up into fields. Remember: your fate hangs on the tip of a blade, and that blade must always point forward.” “May you glimpse the light of day before the cold iron blade is blunted.” A birthday tribute for our beloved Empress Dowager 507.9kFavorites586.7kClicks/ch382.5kGifts

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    I bought the physical book; it's the best romance-martial arts novel in my heart. "May you see the light of day before the cold iron blade dulls."

40. 40 无 Pollution-Free, Harmless 无污染、无公害 priestRomance487k WordsCompleted “When I was a kid, the last line of my essays was always, ‘I aspire to become someone useful to society.’ I probably made that resolution twenty or thirty times a semester. I never meant a word of it.” “Only when I grew up did I realize that being harmless to society is already the greatest achievement of my life.” The martial arts alliance leader is in a foul mood after working late and nearly working himself to death. He refuses to organize the next annual martial arts tournament. The descend 283.3kFavorites427.1kClicks/ch568.9kGifts

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    I bought the books in physical bookstores and then read them on the app, only to find I'd already subscribed to them all. I was both amazed and pleasantly surprised by my memory. It's a small ensemble piece, but the main story revolves around the male and female protagonists. They're like the wind, coming and going freely, a perfect match.

41. 41 剑 After the Sword Cultivator's Reputation Was Ruined 剑修风评被害后 Xiong Ye熊也Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [This novel has been licensed for print publication in simplified Chinese. Preorders open May 30, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.] Short blurb: After receiving a storybook that foretells the future, Yun Xian decides to leave the mountain and revive the Sword Pavilion. The sect leader strokes his beard, deeply gratified. My girl has finally grown up. One year later. “Yun Xian, could you tell us how you managed, in just one year, to turn everyone’s stereotype of sword cultivators from ‘aloof, good at fightin 201.6kFavorites280.1kClicks/ch240.4kGifts

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    It's an ensemble piece, a lighthearted comedy, with a mediocre plot. I feel the characters could have been more well-developed. I probably won't rewatch it.

42. 42 反 After the Villain Deceived the Son of Heaven 反派欺骗天道之子后 Ta Li塔篱Romance773k WordsCompleted [Complete] The story is finished. I may occasionally revise it and fix bugs, so you can ignore update notices. [It is not recommended to read the comments before the end of Volume One (Chapter 70), as they may contain spoilers and affect your reading experience.] [Please do not mention other works or project their characters onto this story in the comments, and likewise, please do not mention this story in the comments of other works. Relevant comments will be moderated. Thank you for understand 55.2kFavorites74.3kClicks/ch28.5kGifts

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    I love the ruthless and taciturn female lead, who's very clear-headed, especially when the male lead is pursuing her—it's hilarious! However, the romantic subplot gets a bit drawn out later on; it felt like it dragged on for ages for no apparent reason. When I considered rewatching, I was ready to give up when the male lead really got going, because there were just too many chapters later on. (Four to five).

43. 43 黑 The Black Lotus Manual [Book Transmigration] 黑莲花攻略手册[穿书] White Feather Drawing a Carved Bow白羽摘雕弓Romance439k WordsCompleted The Black Lotus has been published in print. The author's latest work, Reborn and Married to My Nemesis, is currently serializing in the author's profile. This world is overrun by monsters, and it's the perfect place for heroes and heroines to make their legends. Too bad you're not the pure, noble heroine or the pampered, highborn villainess. You're the universally hated third female extra. In the original story, she has a crush on the male lead, plots against the heroine, and spends her whole 1.3MFavorites1.4MClicks/ch650.9kGifts

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    I've read it three times. One of my favorite romance novels. Compared to the plot, I think the character development is even more outstanding. It's rare to see a female lead so vividly portrayed, rather than just a foil for the other main characters. She's positive and optimistic, though she can be timid at times, but she's intelligent and not a saint. The male lead's character is also very well-rounded; every struggle and contrast is beautifully written… He can be ruthless, but he won't hurt his loved ones, he won't resent his kind family members because of his background, and he'll even stand with the second male lead, whom he's always disliked, to resolve crises for the sake of justice. It's truly wonderful. Our Miaomiao and Ziqi are such good kids.

44. 44 向 Offering a Salted Fish to the Patriarch 向师祖献上咸鱼 Fu Hua扶华Romance324k WordsCompleted Liao Tingyan, a newly initiated disciple with the lowest seniority, has actually subdued the terrifying, peerlessly powerful demon patriarch of the Gengchen Immortal Mansion, stirring up a heated discussion. Junior Sister Liao, how did you manage that? Liao Tingyan: …By relying on my natural talent for doing nothing? This novel has been published in print under the title Offering the Fish. It is available at Dangdang and the Tmall Yueduji flagship store. Theme: 923.5kFavorites1.8MClicks/ch760.3kGifts

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    I've watched it three times already. This story of a casual fan and a powerful figure is so captivating! The later developments were completely unexpected, and the plot unfolded so naturally. I love our Jiaojiao so much; the couple's mutual devotion is amazing! 99!

45. 45 攻 The Correct Strategy to Approach the Yandere Supporting Male Lead 攻略男配的正确方法 Owe Three Taels of Gold欠金三两Romance470k WordsCompleted Originally titled The Right Way to Woo a Sickly Obsessive Male Supporting Character This novel has been contracted for publication as a physical book under the title When the Lanterns Meet, available at all bookstores [The new novel Brother is currently being serialized. Click the column to read it.] Blurb Li Ruoshui transmigrated into a book, and the System tasked her with wooing the gentle, considerate male supporting character Lu Zhiyao, whose smile was like a spring breeze. She had prepared 565.9kFavorites701.5kClicks/ch328.3kGifts

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    I've read it four times already. It's the kind of story I reread whenever I've forgotten about it. No fantasy elements, no flying around, it's the pinnacle of yandere fiction in my eyes, unparalleled online. Lu Zhiyao's love for Li Ruoshui will never have an upper limit!!! [Biting handkerchief]

46. 46 灭 After Destroying the Heavenly Dao, I Became My Archrival's Junior Sister 灭了天道后我成了死对头的师妹 Returning Mountain Jade归山玉Romance448k WordsCompleted Before Ling Luo fell to the demonic path, her talent for swordsmanship had swept the entire cultivation world. Then someone came out of nowhere and stunned the world with a single sword strike, taking away her title as the strongest swordsman. After Ling Luo fell to the demonic path, the person she wanted to kill was always protected by Yue Liangze, the greatest sword cultivator of the age. After she destroyed the Heavenly Dao, laid her regrets to rest, and left herself to die, she opened her e 480.3kFavorites513.2kClicks/ch265.8kGifts

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    The plot flows smoothly with no major flaws. I like the slightly arrogant female lead, and I hope the young couple stays happy forever. However, I don't recommend following Gui Shanyu's serialization; the reading experience is terrible. Will that other novel, "Junior Sister," ever finish in my lifetime?

47. 47 和 After Dying Together With the Male Protagonist 和男主同归于尽后 Hua Qi画七Romance647k WordsCompleted The first volume of the print edition, "Same Tide: Mortal World", goes up for preorder at 7 p.m. on December 21, 2024. For updates, follow @Jinjiang Hua Qi. This story is featured on the homepage and has drawn a lot of comments lately, including heated arguments that have turned into long threads. The author is unwell and has been going back and forth to the hospital, so they don’t have the energy to moderate the comments. The comment section is now closed. Thank you for understanding. Blurb: 453.6kFavorites688.9kClicks/ch443.7kGifts

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    Compared to the author's other books, I prefer this one. It's hard to explain, but I guess it's just that the characters resonate with me. I really love Yu, and I also really love this type of male lead. What a perfect couple!

48. 48 招 Summoning the Soul 招魂 Gardenia山栀子Romance580k WordsCompleted [The entire novel has been carefully revised. The revised version differs greatly from pirated copies. I’m not responsible for any pirated version.] -The fallen young lady of a noble family x the dead young general- From a carefree young noble to a traitorous court villain, Xu Hexue’s crimes were too numerous to recount. Even fifteen years after he had been sentenced and put to death, people in the streets and markets of Great Qi still spoke of his past and spat on his wicked deeds. Ni Su neve 412kFavorites448.7kClicks/ch293.6kGifts

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    The young general possesses remarkable integrity, as radiant as the bright moon. The female lead is also a remarkably resilient character, not following a traditional growth arc. Truly exceptional. (Four chapters revised to five.)

49. 49 师 Junior Brother 师弟 Returning Mountain Jade归山玉Romance619k WordsCompleted Junior Brother Ming Li was powerful in her previous life, stronger than anyone else. Born into a top sect, she had extraordinary talent from childhood and joined the ranks of the continent's seven greatest at sixteen. She was the textbook beauty: strong and stunning, with no tragic past. Because the tragedy belonged to the people around her. From her family and friends to her fellow disciples, they were all tormented by love, hate, anger, and obsession until they wished they were dead. Rumor 387.8kFavorites386.1kClicks/ch280.2kGifts

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    It's good, but the male lead's true form appears too late; the later parts are even more exciting. However, I still don't recommend following Gui Shanyu's serialization; the reading experience is terrible.

50. 50 千 Qianyu 千屿 White Feather Drawing a Carved Bow白羽摘雕弓Romance824k WordsCompleted A revised edition has been prepared for publication, saved 26.06 *Keywords: Everyday cultivation, slow pacing, ensemble cast, melodrama, age gap, devoted caretaker, bittersweet romance, intense push and pull, sexual tension *The male lead is the senior disciple *The heroine follows a level-up storyline, the male lead follows an old-school angst storyline, and everyone else gets their face-slapping redemption arc. Xu Qianyu, the junior sister of Penglai Immortal Sect, learned after dying that s 347kFavorites416kClicks/ch398.6kGifts

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    The beginning was interesting, but the pacing was rather slow, perhaps because the female lead chose a different path in life. The later developments were completely unexpected… and a bit of a letdown for me. The male lead's character was initially great, but he left me with many questions in the later parts; in comparison, the female lead was much more vibrant. Compared to the neighboring novel *Black Lotus*, I don't know if this one suffers from a decline in writing style or if the author is simply not suited to this genre. I can only say it's neither good nor bad, but I bought and finished it based on my trust in the author. I won't reread it.

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