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1. 1 坏 The Bad Kitty Repays a Kindness 坏小猫的报恩 Wild Extremes极野Baihe (GL)283k WordsCompleted [A bad-tempered, fickle, seemingly emotionally detached cat-girl who draws everyone in, attacking x A respectable woman who seems like a guiding, supportive lover, but is actually controlling, intensely jealous, and darkly possessive, receiving] At a ribbon-cutting ceremony filled with celebrities and influencers, an obscure streamer suddenly approaches Qin Yujing and asks for her WeChat. She even gets Qin Yujing, the major shareholder representing the client, to scan her code first. With all 13.3kFavorites11.3kClicks/ch26.3kGifts

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   Both characters are quite interesting. At least the dark, somewhat twisted parts of the "respectable man" were satisfying to watch (I suspect it was a bit like dumpling vinegar). The kitten's free and lightheartedness wasn't as strong; it was more of a carefree, naive character. In contrast, the "respectable man's" inner thoughts were particularly captivating. The author, as always, maximized their strengths. Some of the cat's small details were also quite touching. The advantage is that the cat is very feline, but the disadvantage is that it's not human at all. This occasionally made me jump between the thoughts of "this cat hasn't been severely punished yet" and "people should be grateful for the cat's gifts." The revelation of their identities, a crucial plot twist, seemed to happen a bit too quickly. After the revelation, the relationship between the two characters essentially devolved into a somewhat unhealthy, overly sweet and adorable story. Previously, before knowing the cat's true identity, the respectable man's complex emotions of love and hate were quite interesting, but after the revelation, the hatred aspect seemed less intense. After all, how can a human hold a grudge against a cat? (Laughs) What I don't quite understand is the significance of the stepmother character. I initially thought this character was meant to contrast with Qin's "love-obsessed" nature, and that the parts involving the stepmother and Qin would be the first to reveal the contradictions of respectable people. However, the very few scenes between the characters afterward (as well as all the parts related to the wealthy family) were rather boring.

2. 2 那21+ Then She's Really Bad (GL) 那她很坏了（GL） Yi Qingruo衣青箬Baihe (GL)312k WordsCompleted 1kFavorites943Clicks/ch1.9kGifts

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   The heartwarming story of a broken mirror being mended, like "The Substitute," focuses on the theme of "reunion." However, the difference is that this reunion is a starting point, a starting point for moving forward on another life trajectory. Some points I personally found interesting: A major reason Yuexi falls in love with Master Ke is that she always exceeds my expectations. While reading, I often felt that both characters exceeded my expectations, especially Master Ke, whose "love-struck" nature was consistently key to breaking the deadlock. Such a sincere character is breathtaking; perhaps that's why she's a foreigner. Regarding Yuexi, what's particularly noteworthy is that she wasn't a flawless "mirror" from the beginning (this also broke my expectations), making the character more vivid and dynamic. Furthermore, Yuexi puts many constraints on herself, even having the burden of "maintaining a persona." Later, Yuexi's little actions increase, and the author doesn't hesitate to use emotionally rich adjectives; this change has a unique charm.

3. 3 执 Holding the Sword and Carrying the Senior Sister Away 执剑抱走师姐(穿书） He Mu河沐Baihe (GL)1.6M WordsCompleted #You're the one I want to embrace, even with my sword in hand# Fu Yan transmigrated into a male-oriented harem cultivation novel, the kind where the male lead cultivates to godhood while collecting women for his harem. Though the original plot left her stunned, at least Fu Yan hadn't transmigrated as one of the male lead's harem members or as some villainous supporting character doomed to bring about her own death. She was just an ordinary passerby. But then she met the senior sister, Bai Yuel 82.6kFavorites118.1kClicks/ch159kGifts

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   The progression system is rather formulaic, basically a repetitive cycle of monster-slaying → dual cultivation. The transmigration into a male-oriented novel setting seems to have some merit, with a very high chance of a heterosexual romance subplot.

4. 4 隔 Estrangement 隔阂 Mi Naonao米闹闹Baihe (GL)202k WordsCompleted “You have to love me with all your heart.” “So do you.” A second chance after a breakup Theme: Be brave and keep moving forward 14.2kFavorites18.4kClicks/ch16.3kGifts

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   It's a cute and sweet little story, quite simple. One awkward point is that most of the story is told from a somewhat vague, single-perspective viewpoint, and the flashbacks in the early parts are introduced slowly, leaving a hazy, dizzying, and confusing feeling.

5. 5 末 How Bad Can Farming in the Apocalypse Be? 末世种田能怎好 Scheming Star谋星Baihe (GL)355k WordsCompleted After the apocalypse, Liu Jiami bound herself to a System... Since all her teammates were dead and she couldn't do missions, she could only work desperately on farming side quests. One day, she caught a dog stealing cured meat and was about to teach it a lesson when the System suddenly announced: "This creature is intelligent and can be chosen as a teammate!" The mission reward was an extra cubic meter of inventory space, something Liu Jiami had been coveting for ages, so she resolutely decided 4.5kFavorites7.5kClicks/ch5.4kGifts

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   A pretty good post-apocalyptic slice-of-life story, about people and dogs, while also offering a glimpse into the absurdity and cruelty of the apocalypse, as comforting as drinking noodle soup in the dead of winter. What's particularly rare is that the author truly portrays dogs as dogs. I always had the preconceived notion that immortal beings would develop slowly, or become unfathomable after a long period of hardship, but thankfully, the dogs in the story remain dogs. However, the rest of the story isn't as interesting. The focus is on daily life, while other parts are only briefly mentioned, and some settings don't warrant close examination. This part isn't extensive, but since it's set in a fictional world, it inevitably affects the viewing experience. However, overall, the flaws don't outweigh the merits.

6. 6 攻 After Failing to Win Over My Disciple 攻略徒儿失败后 A Body of Madness一身疯骨Baihe (GL)540k WordsCompleted Cui Fuxian was a cultivator in the Age of Declining Dharma. After falling in battle one day, she was bound to a System and taken to another world. The System told her that before long, a demon who would bring about the destruction of heaven and earth would appear in this realm. Her mission was to reform the demon and guide her onto the right path. If everything's going to be destroyed, then we can all die together. Cui Fuxian's expression was indifferent. She was about to refuse when it said: " 6.4kFavorites4.9kClicks/ch6.5kGifts

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   It's alright. The plot is so-so, the narrative is rather chaotic, and the numerous fragmented clues and multiple instances made it difficult for me to follow the main storyline in the mid-to-late stages. However, the master-disciple dynamic was quite good; I liked the master's character design, and it certainly redeemed the master's authority among the many master-disciple pairs in the series. The only downside is that there weren't many rounds of mutual attacks.

7. 7 小 How Can a Little Ghost Cat Scare Anyone? 小猫鬼靠什么吓人 Eight Cups of Water a Day一天八杯水Baihe (GL)496k WordsCompleted People stay the way they were in life after they die. Yin Huaixu hasn’t had a great time as a ghost. Her death was suspicious, and when she opened her eyes by the sea, a bloated corpse was lying beside her. The corpse wasn’t hers, and she didn’t recognize it. The strangest part was that after dying, she not only lost her memory but, by some twist of fate, changed species too. She was now a Siamese cat with a dark face. Other people pick up cats. She was the one who got picked up. Completely at 6.3kFavorites4.7kClicks/ch19.3kGifts

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   A wonderful story! The first part, featuring a female ghost, is full of charm. The author writes adorable foxes and cute kittens, and the author's understated style and the pacing of building tension before a dramatic climax are excellent. While reading, I often thought of "Lu Ming," but personally, I feel this story has its strengths and weaknesses compared to "Lu Ming." I love this supernatural style and its subtle humor. There are plenty of charming female characters, and the variety of female ghosts is a feast for the eyes. I also enjoyed the ending where everyone finds their own happy ending, which is especially interesting in this genre—"Fate is not over yet, I'll just briefly mention it."

8. 8 被 After My Mind Was Read, My Master Helped Me Change My Fate 被读心后师尊带我改命 I Want to Eat Lesson Plans想吃教案Baihe (GL)652k WordsCompleted A cute puppy-like disciple who says one thing and means another x a gentle, cunning, sickly beauty of a master Coming soon: "After Transmigrating, I Flirted with My Mom's Best Friend," small-town fiction + a touch of melodrama. See the blurb below. Blurb #If you could live inside the last book you read, would you? When Ning Songwu came across this question, she thought for a moment and commented: Yes. You always transmigrate into the heroine, right? Unfortunately, she woke up inside the last 25.4kFavorites29.5kClicks/ch20.9kGifts

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   Overall, it's alright. The narrative is a bit messy and the world-building isn't very clear, but the master-disciple relationship is touching. The premise isn't the old-fashioned aloof master and demon-possessed disciple. With mind-reading as a foundation, the romance feels a bit drawn out in comparison, but the back-and-forth isn't too much and there aren't any incestuous master-disciple relationships or the feeling of being betrayed by the world, so I give it extra points. The fact that the dog's true feelings are revealed is a really good concept.

9. 9 反 The Villains' Alliance Plan 反派结盟计划 Ni Mu Yu泥慕玉Baihe (GL)423k WordsCompleted Jiang Ling was unlucky. She transmigrated into an old-school romance novel with nonsensical logic and a ridiculous plot. Against her will, she became the future heroine's wicked adoptive mother, who would die horribly after the hero and heroine got their happy ending following a series of heart-wrenching trials. There was another villain in the story, even more wicked than her. After a series of schemes to disrupt the leads' romance, she would also die horribly. As luck would have it, while 1.5kFavorites1.9kClicks/ch2.4kGifts

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   This is a complete farming novel with all the essential elements, and it's also good as a lighthearted read. However, the ending feels rushed; many of the foreshadowing and setups from the beginning weren't used before the story ended.

10. 10 错 The Wrong Way to Love 错误的喜欢方式 Hu Yue槲越Baihe (GL)183k WordsCompleted Chen Sanheng is an internet celebrity with a pretty face, and her full-time job is streaming horror games; Tao Wangxi is a top student who excels at academics, sailing smoothly from graduation straight into a job. They have nothing in common. The only thing they share is that they both browse social media. Then, just as Chen Sanheng finally managed to find and follow Tao Wangxi's social media account, Tao Wangxi blocked her. Chen Sanheng is good at competitive games, but terrible at romance gam 3kFavorites3.5kClicks/ch4.6kGifts

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    It's a very gentle book; both sadness and joy are subtle, as is the recovery of what was lost. Like a slightly unsweet strawberry veiled in mist, the impact is just right. At least I didn't encounter any major problems while reading it. If I had to nitpick, it would be that while the gentleness is good, it's too gentle, so it didn't give me that sense of sudden enlightenment. I can understand the mindset of someone like Sanheng, who is extremely evasive and prone to creating unpredictable situations, so that part is a bit of a shame. However, it's a subject that requires a long time to process.

11. 11 逆 The Treacherous Minister Feigns Deference to the Empress Again [Ancient to Modern] 逆臣又对女皇假意恭顺[古穿今] Little Gray Cat小咴猫Baihe (GL)243k WordsCompleted The main story is complete. Extra chapters are still to come. #Bottom-focused, happy ending / pseudo teacher-student relationship / ruler and subject / older top #A rebellious young emperor who seems innocent but is actually cunning x an abstinent, restrained regent #Transmigrated from ancient times to the present / age gap / crossing the line against one's superior My upcoming story is titled "So Let's Fake a Couple With the Idol We Hate." The blurb is at the end. If you're interested, don't f 2kFavorites1.9kClicks/ch2.8kGifts

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    The pseudo-teacher-student relationship, which actually fostered a love for food, had a somewhat thin plot, with many rough edges that frequently pulled the viewer out of the story. The premise was quite appealing, with a dog trainer in the beginning and a female ghost later on, but it felt a bit rushed. The happy ending felt more like an Omega, leaving the viewer feeling breathless, like eating noodles without vinegar – something was missing.

12. 12 和 I Want to Die from Selling a Ship with My Ex-Wife 和前妻姐卖CP好想死 Banana Ice Pop香蕉冰球Baihe (GL)261k WordsCompleted Ning Yi and Yan Tinghan broke up the very month they held their wedding. The wedding company was willing to give them a free wedding because they were a popular, good-looking lesbian couple online. For the sake of the advertising, they kept up the act for another month before finally splitting up. For that whole month, Ning Yi thought every day that if Yan Tinghan gave her even the slightest opening, she would get back together with her. Yan Tinghan thought every day about how Ning Yi still had 9.1kFavorites9.6kClicks/ch6.9kGifts

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    The story is an entertaining tale of a broken relationship mended. While not perfectly smooth, the pacing is decent. The author seems to improve as the story progresses, but struggles with long dialogues and serious plot points. It's best read in one sitting. The dramatic, lesbian, and quirky humor offers a refreshing change from the usual gloomy tone. I particularly enjoyed the early, lively, and witty scenes. The main theme is a couple playfully fighting while I applaud, and a couple making love while I make the bed (what kind of person is that?).

13. 13 有 A Shameless Rogue 有耻之徒 Begging Drunkard讨酒的叫花子Baihe (GL)328k WordsCompleted The full story is complete. Happy ending. Next story: New Love. Click into my author page to preorder. Mu Qing went up the mountain to meditate in seclusion and picked up a fox demon along the way. The fox demon took human form that very night, enchantingly beautiful, and fell right onto her. Its fluffy tails swayed lazily. Mu Qing: "..." Righteous sect master x untamable nine-tailed fox 1. Master and disciple. 2. An unconventional fox-demon upbringing story. Cultivation-world setting, but no 30kFavorites54kClicks/ch23.1kGifts

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    I felt it was rather bland after reading it. The plot and romance were both dry, and I had to fast-forward through the action scenes frequently. Perhaps due to revisions, the plot sometimes felt disjointed, making the already unclear romance even more confusing (I only realized this was the author's style after checking my bookshelf). Furthermore, the supporting characters were all incredibly resourceful; I couldn't understand why there was a pure and innocent male character in a side quest. There was even a scene where, to emphasize the male character's righteousness, he used his body heat to warm the woman he was having sex with in the freezing cold – it was horrifying.

14. 14 请21+ Please Keep a Safe Distance 请保持不安全距离 Nan Hu Tang南胡唐Baihe (GL)524k WordsCompleted 15kFavorites9.6kClicks/ch18.8kGifts

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    The premise is quite interesting, the story is complete and flows smoothly, and I like the all-female cast with all sorts of characters. The synopsis is quite engaging; I've read many of the author's books, and it seems like they're trying different things each time, but the character relationships remain consistently healthy. At first, I thought the overall tone would be one of fear of death, but the second half completely relaxed me, and I couldn't resist the happy ending. Wu Miao's acting is perfect, but she's even more clueless about romance than I expected, which actually suits the smooth and unhindered romantic storyline quite well.

15. 15 枯 Withered Bones [Wasteland] 枯骨[废土] Pepper Salt Tangerine椒盐橘Baihe (GL)895k WordsCompleted [Don’t read pirated copies. They aren’t the same as the original.] [Two powerful heroines | Supernatural abilities | Love and hate] A lost lamb X a bewitching bone demon. [Part One] Ever since she turned twenty, An He has dreamed the same dream every night. In the dream, a skeleton stands amid the mist and softly calls her name. “An He, come here. Come here...” The nightmare tormented her for three years, nearly driving her mad. Frequent blackouts came with the nightmares, until on her birthday 41.4kFavorites23.3kClicks/ch108.7kGifts

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    It was so enjoyable to read! The plot was even more exciting than the previous book, and the action scenes were exhilarating. There were zero male characters in the entire story. The author always manages to breathe life into every character, including minor supporting roles and villains, which makes me love every story. There were a lot of battle casualties, but every scar had meaning. The enemies weren't mindless pushovers; every major battle was tense and thrilling. Victory, though belonging to humanity, was hard-won. I felt quite satisfied after finishing it and didn't feel like I wanted more, but the epilogue, about post-war reconstruction, was so captivating that I wanted to devour it all. I love this ensemble cast and I'm still eagerly awaiting the author's next book.

16. 16 驸 The Consort's Confession 驸马自白书 kokakuBaihe (GL)257k WordsCompleted Fan Ping's life has been full of hardships. Like duckweed on the water, she thought she could ask for nothing more than a safe life. But by a twist of fate, she married Princess Roujia and fell in love with her. But the princess sentenced her to death. Heartbroken, Fan Ping took her own life in the prison. When she woke again, four years had passed. She was now a maid in the Grand Princess's manor, and its mistress was none other than her wife of seven years, Princess Roujia. Fan Ping wanted n 9.6kFavorites9.8kClicks/ch5.2kGifts

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    It's not bad. I like this kind of story; it avoids the long, drawn-out process of putting on and taking off layers of disguise, and the goal is clearly to be awkward. The two of them are as awkward as two sticks of Want Want Wonton soda, entangled in each other's lives but too proud to speak up, only daring to be each other's haunting ghosts in their dreams, sprinkling seasoning powder on each other's wounds whenever they meet. Except for the epilogue, the entire story is told from the prince consort's first-person perspective, making the characters well-developed. However, the downside is that the prince consort's weak and pitiful side is too prominent. I'm not good at handling too much negative emotion, and reading it all in one go still felt a bit tiring.

17. 17 小21+ Spring Deep in the Little Courtyard 小院春深 Yi Qingruo衣青箬Baihe (GL)345k WordsCompleted 3.1kFavorites3.2kClicks/ch3.5kGifts

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    The author's writing style is mature and suits my taste, so I usually skip the synopsis and jump in without thinking. While this book starts with a series of moves—the ex-boyfriend cheating on me with a Maybach taking advantage of my vulnerability—in keeping with the author's style, the rest of the story is mostly about the two main characters' stable daily romance, complete with plenty of farming, renovation, and decorating content. It's quite interesting; I love the author's signature cool-on-the-outside-but-warm-on-the-inside "older sister" type. The only downside is that the original title is so misleading that it doesn't really tempt me to click on it.

18. 18 诡 Heretic Immortal 诡仙 Sky Over Water天在水Baihe (GL)937k WordsCompleted [The entire novel has been carefully revised. Every volume has been expanded, cut, and edited, with many new plotlines and interactions added. Pirated versions are incomplete, and the interactions and plot developments in many chapters differ from the official version. We are not responsible for pirated copies. Please refer to the official version on Jinjiang.] [Main pairing: warm-hearted, sincere disciple x cool, aloof, and cunning master; switches; happy ending; ensemble cast] [Blurb 1] They 60.3kFavorites45kClicks/ch122kGifts

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    The romance is somewhat weak, following the familiar trope of a kind-hearted disciple who falls into demonic possession and cultivates a ruthless path, a formulaic story of master-disciple relationships that defy morality despite the supremacy of the cultivation world. Most plot twists are predictable; characters whose behavior is illogical are either redeemed or corrupted. The plot is somewhat rough in places, and the constant use of the female lead's kind nature to cover up plot holes and create twists feels forced and often leaves the viewer confused. However, if you disregard this, the character development is quite interesting. While the romance is subtly explored from the beginning, the master receives too little attention initially, with the narrative focusing entirely on the disciple. The constant repetitive misunderstandings in the relationship become tedious, like a slow, drawn-out progression from 10% to 99% before stalling. The plot also develops rather slowly, but after the disciple falls into demonic possession, all the foreshadowing is resolved, significantly improving the viewing experience.

19. 19 肆 Reckless Abandon 肆意妄为 Mi Naonao米闹闹Baihe (GL)197k WordsCompleted Tan Xing is so good at what he does, but it's only because Su Xu indulges him. Theme: Once you've set your sights on a goal, charge straight ahead 28.2kFavorites31kClicks/ch36.3kGifts

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    Peach Oolong Tea (full sugar) – what's with all the fuss? It seems like the two people involved are completely enjoying themselves. Thinking that the ambiguous stage is sweeter than the passionate stage is just my narrow-mindedness.

20. 20 凭 Why You Get to Be the Protagonist? [Transmigration] 凭什么你当主角啊[穿书] Yanqiu湮秋Baihe (GL)1.8M WordsCompleted Content warnings: 1. The novel moves very slowly, and all the worldbuilding is made up. 2. Many characters are flawed. 3. The romance only makes significant progress in the final volume (Volume Three). The other sections focus mainly on the plot. 4. The author is constantly revising the manuscript. Please only dive in if you’re okay with all of the above! Thanks for reading. [Mutual falling hard for each other + fated love + loyal kitty + HE] Pairing: cruel, cold-hearted master, bottom + since 42.7kFavorites37.8kClicks/ch165.9kGifts

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    It's alright. The setting isn't very rigorous, but the character design and plot are quite good. I really like the M1S0 master-disciple dynamic. Tan's character design immediately caught my eye. Although she has many flaws, she shines brightly and never wavers in her original intentions, which is enough to make people fall in love (still 0). In contrast to Tan, Xiaolong may seem a bit too hardworking and selfless. The author's way of handling this is to write the romance storyline in great detail. Every little change in Tan's feelings is very noticeable, and the way the two get along is also quite interesting. In terms of plot, perhaps due to its length, some smaller subplots disrupted my reading rhythm, especially the first two which felt like they were just dry reading, a feeling that persisted slightly later on. However, overall, the flaws don't outweigh the merits, and the climax at the end is still excellent. (Spoilers ahead) I have many thoughts about the character Tan. In the past, when reading stories about master and disciple, I usually preferred the disciple character, but in this story, the master character surprised me greatly. If I had to describe Tan in one word, I would probably choose "contradictory." Not only is her personality contradictory, but her experiences are also full of contradictions. For example, she was favored by the protagonist but was betrayed in the middle of the story, and she worked hard to live in her original world but died a ridiculous death at the hands of her mother. This is ironic and malicious enough, yet it forms the core of Tan's character. While her later transformation towards gentleness is a bit of a pity, it was also expected, because in my view, it is precisely proof of her status as the protagonist.

21. 21 大 The King Says I’m to Be Married Off 大王叫我去出嫁 Eight Cups of Water a Day一天八杯水Baihe (GL)287k WordsCompleted The mountain lord is so furious that the chickens at the foot of the mountain are nearly all gone that she orders the fox to become a nun. Why? She wants the fox to eat more vegetables, cultivate herself, and stop causing trouble. But the fox hears “get married” instead of “become a nun.” She gets herself all cleaned up, grabs her bundle, and heads off to find another mountain king. She sweet-talks, swindles, and schemes, doing everything she can until she finally climbs into the king’s bed. B 11.5kFavorites11.3kClicks/ch14.2kGifts

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    It's quite good. The fox is vivid and witty, the tiger is just the right amount of bland, and the story is complete and fulfilling.

22. 22 娇 Spoiled Darling GL 娇宠gl Nurture Spring养春Baihe (GL)313k WordsCompleted Completed in 2019. Undergoing long-term revisions. [Synopsis] She took the broken, battered her home. She washed her clean. She taught her how to eat and dress. She taught her to read and write. She taught her how to please her, how to love her. She belongs to her. Theme: I want her eyes to see only me. 44.4kFavorites85.1kClicks/ch23.2kGifts

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    Raising a puppy is right up my alley; I love the author's portrayal of the little dog girl. The writing style is sickeningly sweet, and the plot is rather monotonous, making it easy to get bored.

23. 23 九 The Great Wu of Jiuli Is a Little Intense 九黎大巫有点刑 Volcanic Hot Spring Egg火山温泉蛋Baihe (GL)459k WordsCompleted Beautiful, powerful, fierce Shamaness top x Gentle, mad pianist bottom The pairing leans one way, but they're essentially switches. Romance blurb: One day, Sang Lu accidentally discovered that Jiang Yang was secretly dating a woman she met online! Furious, Sang Lu followed her. She trailed Jiang Yang over mountains all night, nearly wearing a layer off the soles of her feet before finally reaching the spot where those two women were sneaking around. She watched Jiang Yang flirtatiously swee 1.1kFavorites1.3kClicks/ch2.9kGifts

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    It's a very exciting book. The early part is a slightly scary suspenseful story with occasional lively moments between the two main characters. The climax of the story and the growth of the characters in the later part are even more surprising. Each character is vivid and interesting, and cannot be simply summarized in three words in the synopsis. Jiang, in particular, with her strong and powerful physique, the eccentric aura of the Jiuli witch, and her super high combat power that allows her to go through fire and water, often gives me the feeling that she is "not human". However, the little personality traits she often shows when she is with Sang, as well as her rationality when she clashes with modern ideas, make me feel that she is not so unattainable. As for Sang, in the first half I thought the young couple was just bickering, but in the second half I became an unconditionally supportive fan (like a member of her family). The plot of this story is relatively slow-paced, so the development of the romance seems too fast in comparison—at least that's what I thought in the first half. Therefore, I was often confused by Sang's "love-struck" tendencies, but the more I read, the more I had a feeling of "Ah—so that's what it was all about." So I'm very happy to see Sang, and not only Sang, but also Jiang Yang and Yue Qing's transformation.

24. 24 蓄 Deliberately Falling 蓄意沦陷 Nan Hu Tang南胡唐Baihe (GL)544k WordsCompleted [Comments on each chapter are now open~] Sheng Jia had a miserable childhood and had scarcely known any sweetness. There was only one time in her life when she experienced the purest kindness, from the school beauty, Song Ji'an, a girl who seemed born to shine. She was an exceptionally bright and radiant girl who ignored the rumors at school and reached out to help Sheng Jia again and again. Even after Sheng Jia coldly rejected her many times, she never hesitated to smile at her warmly. Shen 10.7kFavorites6.4kClicks/ch10.5kGifts

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    A good book; all the characters are vibrant and cheerful. I forget if the author's previous books had as many typos as this one. I quite liked the relationship between Song and Sheng; they hurt each other, influenced each other, and ultimately redeemed each other. There was some misleading wording in the synopsis, but I found it entirely expected. The female characters the author created all possessed a powerful energy, making the content presented in the synopsis somewhat contradictory in comparison (I personally didn't care and wasn't interested in the synopsis). The only thing that bothered me was the frequent appearance of the two protagonists' twisted and dark sides in the story, while the overall tone was too sunny and uplifting. The transitions between these scenes always made me feel a little uncomfortable, especially with Sheng. My favorite part was probably the four different mother-daughter relationships. I haven't read many novels about real and fake heiresses, so this was the first time I'd tasted such a lavish mother-daughter dynamic (it looks so delicious!). The character whose growth I noticed most was Sheng Huaiying, from her initial despondency to later being able to express her love for her two daughters so well. This always reminded me of a withered seed that, without the mountain above it, grows wildly, making me wonder how vibrant she must have been before meeting her ex-husband.

25. 25 我 I'm Not Into Older Women! 我才不恋姐呢！ A Pile of Silver Mountains银山堆Baihe (GL)580k WordsCompleted [New story: Immortal Maiden, Please Restrain Yourself. Xianxia now underway, come check it out~] [Original title: Fairy Tales at the End of the Street] The first time Yu Shutong met Liu Jianchun, she barely paid her any attention. Even when her talkative friend asked Liu Jianchun’s age and she smiled and said, “What ‘big sister’? I could be your aunt. I’m thirty-five,” Yu Shutong didn’t look at her much. 11.8kFavorites9.8kClicks/ch15.5kGifts

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    It's alright. The author is good at writing gentle older sister characters, but it gets a bit monotonous later on. I feel that stories starting with an older man's perspective on a (pseudo) teacher-student relationship are not particularly common, so it felt quite fresh to me. Liu's inner thoughts were also quite interesting. I particularly liked the way the two interacted, both before and after confirming their relationship; you could feel them gradually opening up to each other, and this change was very interesting. Although I understood Liu's thoughts at times, the story was so emotionally overwhelming that the latter half lacked plot and was entirely driven by emotion, which made it feel a bit cloying and less satisfying towards the end.

26. 26 北 [Greek Mythology] Swallows in the Northern Lands [希腊神话]北国有燕 Dreamer's Murmurs梦里呓语Baihe (GL)160k WordsCompleted Mortals can never cross the boundary between life and death. Even if humanity died ten thousand times over, it would still be unable to touch the edge of the divine realm. The heavens and earth are vast and eternal, and there has never been any sacrifice capable of moving the Huntress, who stands by her vows. Yet the three goddesses, who knew all, secretly wove their threads. Apollo, who glimpsed the future, offered a warning, and Aphrodite, born from crimson waves, declared to her: “Despise m 2.8kFavorites4kClicks/ch2.6kGifts

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    It was quite wonderful, and it was very refreshing for someone like me who knew nothing about Greek mythology. I really liked the character of the swallow and the ending, which, although not perfect in terms of love, depicted a beautiful new world.

27. 27 在 Playing a Zombie in a Survival Game 在生存游戏里当丧尸 Pepper Salt Tangerine椒盐橘Baihe (GL)1.1M WordsCompleted [Plot-driven + two equally matched leads] Tang Yu has lost her memory and been thrown into a survival game. Every player is human, and she alone is a zombie. Tang Yu: Who am I? Where am I? What am I supposed to do? The cheerful streamer Xiao Zhao puts up an ad: “Outrageous! A hundred million players can kill her. Can this real zombie survive even one day?” The stream's view count takes off, but Tang Yu is fighting for her life, caught between zombies and human players. Her greatest opponent 33.7kFavorites31.1kClicks/ch78kGifts

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    It's a pretty good long game with many dungeons, each one interesting and rich in content. The premise is fairly common, but it's still very engaging. There's not much romance, but that doesn't bother me at all; all the female characters are career-oriented.

28. 28 回 Echo 回音 Xuan Li媗厘Baihe (GL)334k WordsCompleted Ten years ago, seventeen-year-old Xu Wanyin formed a band, had a love affair that went nowhere, and wrote a love song that swept the nation. Ten years later, twenty-seven-year-old Lin Hui sat in the audience, gazing up at the idol onstage who drove tens of thousands of fans wild. She was the dazzling star who had once belonged to her alone. Pairing: lead singer of a band X architect Premise: A love rekindled after years apart, from their school days to adulthood. 2.5kFavorites5.7kClicks/ch2.1kGifts

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    It's alright, a bit dry. The band theme is quite interesting. I happened to be reading it when the author was revising the story, which was pretty good. However, I still don't understand why a female character was included; it feels a bit disjointed. Almost every character is too unrestrained, making it hard to imagine what their real-life counterparts would be like. It's like a showcase of rock stereotypes (seriously, isn't this a reverse recommendation?). I personally preferred the student scenes; the characters' charm seemed to diminish drastically as adults, especially Lin Hui. I often felt that young Lin Hui was like a wildflower growing in a crack in the wall, living in a harsh environment with virtually no personal space, yet possessing a unique vitality and sharpness, much like the drums she played. As an adult, she gained freedom, but her personality was worn down by love and family. Seeing the author's original character design, I felt a bit disappointed.

29. 29 糖 Sugar-Fried Green Plums 糖炒青梅 A Little Hair Clip一只花夹子Baihe (GL)292k WordsCompleted · Childhood friends x childhood friends. Paragraph comments are open. · The title isn't Fried Childhood Friends (though you can call it that). · Radiant beauty x aloof ice queen (?) · A sweet-and-sour flavor, just like childhood friends Blurb: You Yuan has no secrets from Yu Lingshuang. Yu Lingshuang knows everything, from how she sleeps to her measurements, even the person she used to have a crush on. That's because they've been best friends since they were five. Their bond as childhood f 45.6kFavorites43.1kClicks/ch45.8kGifts

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    Sugar-roasted green plums may seem simple, but they are actually quite complex, requiring careful attention to both ingredients and cooking techniques. The plums used are fresh, plump green plums, combined with amber-colored, sweet syrup. The chef's skill lies in the process: first, they are stir-fried in hot oil, then pan-fried over low heat. The plums' tartness perfectly complements the syrup's sweetness. The high-temperature stir-frying evaporates the moisture from the plums, resulting in a smoother, more chewy texture and a layered, lingering sweetness. Overall, it's pretty good, quite enjoyable, and fans of childhood sweethearts will be ecstatic. The ending is very satisfying.

30. 30 暗 The Girl Who Had a Crush on Me for Fourteen Years 暗恋我十四年的她 Drunk Orange Cat橘猫醉酒Baihe (GL)202k WordsCompleted [Bankrupt, I Married My CEO Nemesis] is now being serialized. Yu Ran walked into a cafe. The wind chime rang out brightly, and the sleepy owner lifted her head to look at her. The moment their eyes met, Yu Ran's heart gave a jolt. It had been a long time since she had felt her emotions surge like this. Yu Ran was sure: she had fallen in love at first sight with the cafe's owner. The owner had a sweet, innocent look, and the tips of her ears tu 4.5kFavorites4.5kClicks/ch1.5kGifts

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    (Major spoilers) . . The character development is too unrealistic. After reading the whole story, I felt mostly confused. There are numerous conflicts stemming from their families of origin, yet these conflicts are poorly resolved. At the same time, no character shows any growth, making the sudden appearance of dumplings at the end particularly jarring. I find this attempt to gloss over the situation unacceptable. The character that left me most bewildered was Jiang. His behavior was utterly childish, like a giant baby. Unlike the illogical and eccentric actress Du, Jiang's role was that of the female lead's longtime (even best) friend, and she was practically a sister to Yu, but Jiang excelled in both, showing absolutely no growth compared to the female lead. The later character reversal was incredibly abrupt. First, they gave Jiang a secondary romantic partner, but forced a strong moral compass (are you saying his only redeeming quality is that if he accidentally sleeps with a stranger, he'll definitely give them a proper status?). More than once, I felt Jiang was a man who couldn't control his lust, treating women as his possessions. Then, the ending featured a car accident, and the three of them instantly reconciled and made dumplings – it was truly baffling.

31. 31 大 How Did the Young Lady Go Bankrupt? 大小姐怎么破产了 Little Gray Cat小咴猫Baihe (GL)155k WordsCompleted [I picked the wrong book for the writing contest. I'm so sorry, and I can't find anywhere to withdraw it. I hope a reviewer notices that this book has no rebirth element and disqualifies me. I don't want to take someone else's spot, aaah!] Back then, the young lady's coming-of-age ceremony was held in great splendor. She was demanding, precious, and so haughty she looked down on everyone. But when we meet again, my young lady, how did you go bankrupt? Life is not a tacky wish-fulfillment stor 7.5kFavorites7.7kClicks/ch6.7kGifts

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    I'm not used to it being too plain (is that right?). The young lady's character is really interesting. Before clicking, I thought it would be the classic spoiled and arrogant type, but after clicking, I found out she's a bit dim-witted, and I kind of like her. (Ahhh, why did I find this on Jinjiang Literature City?) It's short, only 150,000 words, but each character is well-developed, and the psychological descriptions flow smoothly. The ending is much more positive and wholesome than I expected, making it a kind of half-satisfying conclusion. Personally, I think narcissism and inferiority complex permeate the entire story, from Xiao Zhang, who is unwilling to give her heart, to Lu Zhixing, who goes from carefree to ruthless. These personality biases are hidden in subtle details. The whole story feels like a lighthearted tale told in a not-so-glamorous tone, making you feel that good things, like Lu Zhixing falling from the sky, bring new changes and opportunities, yet he can also leap onto a train heading into the distance like an eel without looking back. Xiao Lu is like the train left behind. The long hours of heavy operation in the early stages have exhausted the engine, and even receiving love cannot restore her to her former self. But fortunately, it doesn't matter if it goes slowly, it doesn't matter if it goes late, and it doesn't matter if it doesn't reach its destination.

32. 32 中 A Midlife Star's Guide to Making a Comeback 中女翻红指南 A Pile of Silver Mountains银山堆Baihe (GL)567k WordsCompleted [My new xianxia novel, "Immortal Maiden, Please Restrain Yourself," is now available. Welcome!] [Full-series subscribers, please enjoy the bonus chapters!] [See the reader's guide for warnings] After twelve years of ups and downs in show business, Jiang Xuehe finally decided to swallow her pride and take a risk, begging Bai Jiqing, the actress who co-starred in a film with her (and didn't like her), to fake a romance with her. Her manager said variety shows were the first step in faking a roman 16.7kFavorites17.6kClicks/ch25.2kGifts

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    Indeed, the label of "easy" is not something to be easily believed. This is a good story about reconciliation after a breakup, and it focuses on the "breakup" aspect. I personally enjoy the breakup process. To be honest, family factors aren't the main reason for the breakup; the crux of the matter lies in the shortcomings of each person's personality. I believe this is one of the essences of reconciliation—separation is for the sake of embracing a better version of yourself. What's particularly interesting is Bai's personality. The author portrays her as willful, spoiled, and even naively cruel. This personality is both the key to opening Pandora's box of love and a sharp, piercing blade, especially evident in the later stages of the breakup. However, it's precisely this personality that drives Bai to self-reflect and actively seek reconciliation after the breakup. But looking back at Bai from the beginning of the story now, one gets a sense of bewilderment. I also quite liked the description of the breakup process; the conflicts piled up layer by layer, like the slowly rising tide engulfing one's mouth and nose, with nowhere to escape. The powerless reality made it difficult for me to genuinely blame anyone. The subsequent reconciliation progressed slightly faster (compared to the earlier parts), creating a somewhat disjointed feel, but overall it was alright. My personal observation is twofold: First, when the relationship truly "broke down," as a reader, I felt the pain and immense pressure Jiang was under, but I didn't feel a particular sense of relief. Before the breakup, Jiang wanted a simple, happy life, but it seems she didn't even reach that standard. Second, they both still loved each other (too much), so reconciliation wasn't that difficult, and the ending had a fairytale-like feel, a happy ending. Jiang's change was also heartening; even if they didn't ultimately reconcile, I still think this relationship was precious. Although the pain outweighed the happiness, perhaps this is a slightly extreme diagnostic method. Without this relationship, Jiang might not have so deeply understood her inner needs; loving oneself is a long-term endeavor. The article also contains other interesting points. The author clearly has a deep understanding of fan culture in the entertainment industry; some passages were even enjoyable for someone like me who knows nothing about the entertainment world. However, there's a lot of industry slang, which was a bit difficult to understand. It might be more enjoyable for someone who's a fan of a particular celebrity. My favorite part is probably "Confessions." I always have a soft spot for play-within-a-play scenarios. It's fascinating to see the characters in the story portraying another fictional character. The characters become incredibly vivid in my mind, especially when the two characters merge into one—it feels like breaking the fourth wall, which I really enjoy. Unfortunately, there's become very little of this kind of content afterward.

33. 33 和 Building Four, Peaceful Neighborhood 和平小区第四栋 Lan Zhen兰振Baihe (GL)246k WordsCompleted You live on the fourth floor of Building Four in Peaceful Neighborhood. Your neighbor on the right is an office worker who gets home late every day and always cooks in the middle of the night, keeping you awake. An elderly couple lives downstairs. They always have more meat than they can eat, so every few days they carry out a bag of rotten garbage. They also like to bring you food, but you always feel there's something strange about the taste. A student lives upstairs. You often see him exercis 6.2kFavorites4.5kClicks/ch3.8kGifts

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    It's a good read, with a tight plot, and I really like the author's concise narrative style. The tension is well-done, and the fast pace makes it a very enjoyable read. Due to plot requirements, there are a slightly larger number of male supporting characters, but there are some near-sexual scenes. The romance between the two main characters doesn't take up much screen time, but I still really liked it. I also quite liked the ghost's character design; it's like a collision and fusion of rationality from anthropological research and one's own sensibility. I enjoyed reading about the ghost's inner thoughts. I did encounter some minor issues while reading. In the first few chapters, many characters appeared quickly, and many were only briefly mentioned without leaving a lasting impression, making it a bit difficult for me to identify them. Also, the beginning consisted of fragmented scenes, which sometimes abruptly transitioned to the next scene before I was ready. Fortunately, the reading flowed more smoothly as the story progressed, and these problems disappeared. The final boss battle ended a bit too quickly. It felt like a major battle was about to begin, but it was over before the whistle even blew. I was a little left wanting more. It would have been great if there had been an epilogue.

34. 34 和 Dating My Substitute (Quick Transmigration) 和替身谈恋爱[快穿] Xiao Tanluan小檀栾Baihe (GL)666k WordsCompleted The audio drama is available on the Fanjiao app! Blurb: Jian Yixin from the Substitute Division of the Quick Transmigration Bureau: I’m just a substitute. The mission targets in every world: Who wants a substitute? What I want is Worlds: [Modern entertainment industry] Stand-in actress x award-winning actress The stand-in actress liked the award-winning actress’s Weibo post. The actress twitched her catlike tail, looking pleased with herself. “She liked my post. She must like me.” [Marriage f 53.5kFavorites123.4kClicks/ch63.1kGifts

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    The plot is rather rough, and the world-building feels like a huge makeshift operation. Although the protagonist transmigrates into a heterosexual world, there's no need to actually write it as a heterosexual story. In the popular yuri (lesbian) novels, the male characters serve to drive the plot forward, but the female characters are flat and uninteresting (relying entirely on the contrast with the male characters), making the story unsatisfying.

35. 35 十 I Like You Tenfold (GL) 十分中意你gl Begging Drunkard讨酒的叫花子Baihe (GL)243k WordsCompleted [The simplified Chinese edition has been renamed Summer Cicada. Preorders open at 7:30 p.m. on July 12. Available on all major platforms. Just search for Summer Cicada~] Xu Nian secretly had a crush on someone. His name was Gu Rong. He was cool and aloof, distant and abstinent, always wearing an icy, indifferent expression. She often ran into him, but they weren't close and had barely spoken. She thought that was as far as their relationship would ever go, until one day she became Gu Rong's land 56.7kFavorites115.3kClicks/ch32kGifts

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    Before we got together, I thought she was a female dog, but after we got together, I realized she's more like a cat or dog. A light and sweet romance novel, not bad, with a slightly tipsy style that's a bit addictive. Xu often called Gu "Auntie," especially in the early episodes, which felt strangely immoral, though only slightly. There was a clear gap between them in terms of family finances and age, but the story doesn't focus on their struggles or anxieties; instead, it emphasizes their future aspirations. Xu also experienced some financial difficulties during his studies, though this wasn't emphasized in the text. However, that particular scene was written too subtly, which often led me to mistakenly believe that the two were arguing (laughs). The later parts were so-so, but the ambiguous period was more enjoyable. I liked the aunt's character.

36. 36 致 To Mrs. Victoria 致维克托莉娅女士 Bone Carver裁骨Baihe (GL)18k WordsCompleted "I got to taste the love I'd longed for, just as I wished. It was enough to melt everything and scald the ocean." Note: 1. Told through letters. 2. Nothing any character believes reflects the author's own beliefs. 3. Expected to be finished in a few days, so feel free to read. 4. This is a yuri story, so it doesn't portray men favorably. If you have any questions, see note 2. 5. To be updated. Theme: Love gives people the courage to overcome hardship. 692Favorites1.4kClicks/ch375Gifts

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    A nice short story; the epistolary format is quite interesting.

37. 37 折 Folding Fragrance 折香 Eight Cups of Water a Day一天八杯水Baihe (GL)238k WordsCompleted Lingyue Sand River lies near Huyu Pass, where the land yields no harvest year after year. Feng Yun'ai travels a long way over mountains and rivers, wearing a veiled hat to hide her face and claiming to be a descendant of the Saber-on-Credit Sect, long since retired from the world. But a witch skilled in using Gu insects sets her sights on her. The woman never tells the truth, and both clings to Feng Yun'ai and tries to harm her. What she intends is anyone's guess. What's more, Feng Yun'ai has 6.1kFavorites4.1kClicks/ch6.6kGifts

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    This one is quite short too. It feels like since "The Destiny of the Gods" that Eight Cups of Water has been writing relatively lighthearted stories. Long novels are really tiring. This book deliberately avoids male-centric language, but it doesn't have a strong martial arts feel. The two characters can fight each other seven or eight times a day, which is quite nice; fighting is a sign of affection, right? It's a pity they stop fighting later (why fight when they're in love?), And it turns into bickering between characters with vastly different strengths, which is also quite fun. While reading, I always felt it had a fantasy/xianxia (Chinese fantasy) vibe. Although it's short, it stays focused on the main plot the whole time, so it doesn't feel rushed. The ending is a bit abrupt; the boss is killed almost as soon as he appears. However, the final boss battle is very good; the fighting scenes are quite exciting and visually appealing.

38. 38 折 Plucking a Branch 折枝 Watching the Pavilion at Dusk看长亭晚Baihe (GL)42k WordsCompleted She only feels at ease when she has me in her grasp, but the tighter she holds me, the more obsessed I become. Could anyone in this world be more perfect for each other than us? From the moment I fell for her, there was no turning back. The key to the lock lies on a beach where SpongeBob and Patrick are dancing in scarves. Theme: The kind that makes people happy 3.6kFavorites13kClicks/ch639Gifts

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    A good short story, concise and to the point. The crazy character is just right for me, and I guess this could also be considered a kind of female imperial consort (just kidding).

39. 39 万21+ After the Universally Hated One Casts Aside Love 万人嫌断情绝爱后 Little Koi小锦鲤呀Baihe (GL)494k WordsCompleted 35.1kFavorites46.4kClicks/ch45.3kGifts

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    This is a very interesting book. The first few chapters, written in the first person, are incredibly captivating, drawing me into the story almost instantly. Runqing is truly an exceptionally good and perfect love interest. I've seen this book recommended more than once, almost all of them suggesting it's a "stock pick," but the author denies this, which I don't quite understand. However, I can understand why people think it's a "stock pick"—the character of the senior sister is so prominently featured and has the biggest impact on Runqing. In comparison, Xiaozhou is somewhat bland and lacks presence, especially after Runqing renounces his love. However, my feelings towards the senior sister are a bit complicated; I'm not too invested in her character. My favorite is Xiaozhou, so I suffered less while reading, which is fortunate. Each character is vividly portrayed, which is why I love ensemble casts. I'm also grateful that the author continued to use the first-person narrative style for the character side stories. The above is what I wrote after reading the first half of the book; the rest is my thoughts after finishing it. Xiao Zhou is so wonderful; those who have liked her from the beginning are truly blessed. I initially thought Run Qing's amnesia might be a bit too sudden, but the author portrayed 19-year-old Run Qing so well. It's wonderful that Xiao Zhou received Run Qing's love at 19. It's not just about filling a void; they both deserve what the other has—what Xiao Zhou, who lived two dark lives, deserves, and what Run Qing, scarred and broken, deserves. Then there's Senior Sister. She appeared very little in the latter half of the book, which was a bit unexpected. I originally thought that someone as important to Runqing as her would have a more dramatic exit, but instead, the Saw-Mouthed Gourd remained silent from beginning to end, without even a monologue. That sword strike, however, truly became her final highlight. But I think Senior Sister's character is perfect for a tragic ending; this ambiguous conclusion is quite fitting. Are you making dumplings yet? Like dumplings. The plot is a bit weak, with too many things left unexplained in the second half. I don't quite understand the author's intention; perhaps it was to shift the focus to Qingzhou? As a result, I felt that Xuanying and her senior sister were merely there for the final scene (perhaps the Leopard Princess didn't even bother to appear), giving Qingzhou a few emotional blows, and the ending felt somewhat abrupt. However, it didn't significantly detract from the overall experience; it was quite peculiar. The side stories are a bit subtle. Xiao Zhou shines too brightly in the modern side stories, and I'm growing to like her more and more. In comparison, Run Qing doesn't have the same highlights as in the main story.

40. 40 衙 The Yamen 衙门 Sleep When Sleepy有觉要睡Baihe (GL)649k WordsCompleted [The free novel next door, Escort Agency Tales, is now available to read!] [The main story is complete. Come and binge it!] By day, I judge the living; by night, I judge the dead. You think it's a graveyard, but it's actually a government office. Sheng Ying inherited two things from her family: a red judge's brush and a wooden plaque. And beneath the restaurant Sheng Ying runs at a scenic attraction lies a vertical coffin that knocks three times every day. The first knock demands food. The seco 4kFavorites3.7kClicks/ch5.9kGifts

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    While organizing, I saw the number of collections, which felt a bit of a pity. Personally, I like this book more than the fortune-telling obituary. I quite like supernatural and metaphysical themes, especially those presented with such conviction (in a good way). The episodic format was also very interesting, with a strong sense of horror. In contrast, the composure and calmness of the main characters stood out, which might be considered a unique kind of charm, and it was quite entertaining. And this "it's either you or me" premise, from the very beginning, carries a faint sense of tragic ending. I think it's just a difference in perspectives; I actually find it hard to understand why the main characters are so indifferent to death. After reading the whole book, I still couldn't shake the feeling. At most, it went from constantly saying "Don't die, don't die" at the beginning to "At least don't die too horribly" at the end. But overall, it's actually not that heavy.

41. 41 某 A Certain Zheng Kexin 某个郑可心 Lin Chengmusen林城木森Baihe (GL)359k WordsCompleted Senior year of high school is the most important year, according to teachers and parents. At last, Zheng Kexin moves out. Away from the house where monsters come to eat people in the middle of the night. Her parents are birds in a cage, unable to escape, their feet bound by water plants. At least Zheng Kexin is still free. She opens the door to her rented apartment all by herself. The first thing 9.3kFavorites7.9kClicks/ch5.7kGifts

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    It's a very heartwarming and peaceful story. I like the young people the author portrays; everyone is genuine, without that kind of pure, unsettling malice. It's quite nice.

42. 42 说 We Agreed to Be Each Other’s Substitute (GL) 说好做彼此的替身（GL） Yi Qingruo衣青箬Baihe (GL)222k WordsCompleted The day Jiang Siyue returned to the country, Xie Nanyuan finally learned that she was just a substitute. Dr. Xie quickly found herself a first love, too, and gave Lu Kaiyan a carefully prepared parting gift. If a bright white moon shines outside your window, then of course I can decorate my heart with a cinnabar mole, too. All their friends said Xie Nanyuan had a sharp tongue, but Lu Kaiyan had never experienced it for herself. That was, until after they broke up, when she went to see Xie Nanyu 7.4kFavorites11.9kClicks/ch3.9kGifts

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    I remember commenting on this book a long time ago that the title was a bit misleading. Looking back now, I realize that a true substitute and a happy ending are mutually exclusive; this book is more like a "raising a wife and chasing her back" scenario. Although short, this book may require some patience to read, with the characters' changes and growth being a major highlight. While reconciliation is a common theme, this book doesn't present any unspeakable difficulties or helplessness. While the substitute may seem to be the key to breaking up the couple, the seeds of their breakup were actually sown long beforehand. From the breakup to the reconciliation, the process is both logical and believable, both fantastical and real. Sometimes I wonder, the story of "A Broken Mirror Reunited" implies piecing together a broken mirror, but doesn't the crack always remain? After reading this book, I finally understood: pursuing a perfect mirror is meaningless. Rather than a story of a broken mirror being reunited, this book is more like two incomplete fragments polishing their edges to create a better shape. I've read several of this author's books, and their writing is consistently excellent. I especially love the older woman character they created; her seemingly cold exterior masking a warm heart is perfectly captured, making her very appealing. The modified dog is also good, although its behavior in the early parts is often infuriating. Fortunately, the author frequently switches perspectives during this part, allowing the reader to quickly grasp the full picture. Overall, the dog has its merits, and I must say, the older woman's judgment is truly excellent. Halfway through, I kept wondering if the older woman's initial choice to be with Lu was just a compromise. But by the end, all my doubts were dispelled. The older woman is very clear-headed and loves herself deeply, and she will only love herself more in the future.

43. 43 仙 The Biggest Useless Buffoon in the Immortal Realm 仙界第一草包 Ask What Brings You West问西来意Baihe (GL)416k WordsCompleted Feng Chiyue is the most beautiful woman in the Immortal Realm, and also its biggest good-for-nothing. However, her senior sister, Ming Jiansu, is a mighty general serving the Heavenly Emperor and a once-in-a-generation sword immortal, so no one dares to target her. That is, until one day, Ming Jiansu disappears on the battlefield between immortals and demons. Everyone assumes she has perished, and waits to see Feng Chiyue meet a tragic end. On the first day, Feng Chiyue acts arrogantly and curs 18.8kFavorites21.7kClicks/ch15.7kGifts

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    It's a surprisingly good "Phoenix Overlord" novel, with no angst and a likable female lead. There's nothing particularly disturbing about it, making it a good read to lighten the mood.

44. 44 纯 Pure Sugarism GL 纯糖主义gl Nurture Spring养春Baihe (GL)159k WordsCompleted Undergoing ongoing revisions. The free bonus story, Want to See You [GL], can be found in the author's collection. Blurb: Her brief twenty years were poor, dull, and lonely, with no ties and nothing to miss. It seemed simple enough to sum them up in a few words. She had no interest in changing anything, and hated its endless repetition. ↑ That was what Tang Qingyi used to think. Theme: Thank you for falling from the tip of the sweetest galaxy into Tang Qingyi's arms, and filling the rest of Tan 17.8kFavorites30.8kClicks/ch17.3kGifts

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    As the title suggests, it's pure sweetness, starting with a classic rebirth plot and followed by a series of satisfying and sweet moments. I really like the character design. The author clearly loves writing about small animals (dogs), and especially well-bred, well-mannered dogs. I really like them. The writing style is rather tender, but there's basically no plot; it's mostly just the two main characters being affectionate. It's so sweet, so sweet that I could drink it diluted with water and still eat three bowls of rice with it. The extra chapters are pretty good.

45. 45 风 The Wind and Moon Should Know Me 风月应识我 Half-Tinted Pale Green半色水浅葱Baihe (GL)420k WordsCompleted This novel will be available to subscribers on December 29. Three chapters will be posted that day. Thank you for your support. Less than a month after the new emperor ascended the throne, Li Huaishu, who had wielded power and brought disaster to the state, died suddenly. The history books gave no cause of death. After dying once, Li Huaishu was reborn as Li Shiyi, her younger cousin from a collateral branch of the family. Her rebirth was suspicious, and before she had time to investigate, Li 8.3kFavorites10.2kClicks/ch13.1kGifts

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    The beginning was quite good, but the ending was rushed and disappointing. I don't recommend reading it. If you really want to, read the first seventy chapters.

46. 46 师 Senior Sister Says She'll Marry No One but Me 师姐说她非我不娶 Dreamer's Murmurs梦里呓语Baihe (GL)432k WordsCompleted After Du Yunge, sect leader of the Miaoyin Sect, died without a whole body in her previous life, she opened her eyes again and received some shocking news: In less than three hours, her marriage tournament would be over. And the winner in her previous life had been the very person who killed her. Du Yunge's first reaction was to cling to her senior sister's leg. "Senior Sister Xue, save me! If you win, I'll give you anything you want. I'm begging you, get in that ring and make sure that guy do 12.1kFavorites26.3kClicks/ch6.5kGifts

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    The plot wasn't particularly outstanding, but Yun Ge's character was just too adorable; I was completely charmed by her fellow disciples.

47. 47 春 Spring Comes Unnoticed 春不晓 Jiang Cheng姜澄Baihe (GL)507k WordsCompleted Passing through the years and threads of the mortal world, I met spring at the end of the river. She said she had come from Pingjiang, then asked where she was and what year it was. It felt like a dream, as if time had been crushed and tucked into the narrow walls, hidden among the dark roof tiles. “When I'm with you, I feel like I can see the future.” “But do we even have a future?” Love has no clear beginning, yet once it takes hold, it runs deep. This is a story that can't be spoiled, and 10.2kFavorites5.6kClicks/ch28.2kGifts

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    This is a decent book among free online novels. It took me a long time to realize it was a free novel after I finished reviewing it. When will Jinjiang (a Chinese online literature platform) add a feature to allow users to delete their own ratings?

48. 48 白 White Moonlight Omega Always Wants To Possess Me 白月光Omega总想拥有我 Pigeons Don't Go Coo Coo Coo鸽子不会咕咕咕Baihe (GL)624k WordsCompleted [Next up: After Marrying a Disabled Omega Powerhouse, a fake playboy heiress Alpha × a real icy powerhouse Omega. The blurb is below. If you’re interested, feel free to add it to your reading list~] [The audio drama of the same name is available on Fan Jiao, with new episodes every Friday. The comic White Moonlight Heroine Always Wants to Keep Me to Herself is complete on Kuaikan Comics. There is no print edition, so don’t be fooled!] Blurb One: Ji Xiao discovers she has transmigrated into an A 210kFavorites251.9kClicks/ch188.7kGifts

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    This was originally a low-quality A-grade character. There's not much to say. It's a typical ABO setting from Jinjiang Literature City, the world-building isn't very rigorous, and the writing is rather average, but those aren't the main points. My main point is that the protagonist's father character is too one-dimensional, yet his presence is very strong, like a brick that's moved around wherever needed. Moreover, the father's portrayal is extremely inconsistent; one second he's invincible in his doting fatherly love, the next he's a pedophile in heat. The fact that scenes of fatherly love and filial piety can still occur under these circumstances is truly baffling. Fortunately, the protagonist is somewhat sensible in critical moments, but it's still jarring. I don't dislike complex or conflicted boss characters; many things aren't simply black and white, but this father doesn't fit that description at all. The only redeeming quality of this book is that it doesn't portray the protagonist (A) as a domineering CEO, making him less greasy. However, the author frequently describes A as "violent yet gentle," which is difficult to understand and often feels somewhat childish. Indeed, being a gigolo is the best cosmetic procedure for a scumbag A. What actually impressed me most about this book was the scent of the two main characters' pheromones. The mint and peach brandy scents were a refreshing change from the overwhelming caramel and sea salt notes, but they were inseparable. After reading it, I was completely desensitized.

49. 49 弱 Weak Waters (GL) 弱水（GL） Snow at Dusk暮成雪Baihe (GL)420k WordsCompleted Don't try to guess the ending right from the start. Don't! If you aren't brave enough, please leave now. If! This isn't my usual style, but I see it as a story of healing and rebirth. What counts as a tragedy means different things to different people, and I don't think that should be the focus. Premise: 12.3kFavorites26.1kClicks/ch1.7kGifts

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    I can't say whether it's good or bad, but this book left a very deep impression on me. Ms. Chai, you have such a cruel heart.

50. 50 寒 Chronicles of Hanshan 寒山纪 Watching the Pavilion at Dusk看长亭晚Baihe (GL)1.3M WordsCompleted Thanks for all your support! Classic pairing: senior and junior, chicken-flavored and extra crispy. Along the cold mountain path, I walk alone, Down by the lonely, chilly stream. Birds chirp, but no other soul is near. The wind brushes my face, the snow settles on me. Day after day, the sun never appears; Year after year, I know nothing of spring. You're welcome to check out my friend Yushuang's “Wildfire.” It's so good, how could you not give it a try~ QAQ Blurb: When Qi Man was eighteen, sh 39.2kFavorites49.6kClicks/ch63.5kGifts

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    The childhood sweetheart sisters are a perfect match. I especially love the older sister's character; she has a unique blend of straightforwardness and complexity. The story is relatively lighthearted; I enjoy watching them bicker and joke around.

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