Blooming Like Summer Flowers: Ensemble Cast, Unique, Divine 生如夏花之绚烂/群像/独特/神

1. 1 时21+ The Time Manager 时间管理者 Smoke-Locked Pond烟锁池No CP316k WordsCompleted 3.5kFavorites9.1kClicks/ch1.6kGifts

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   August 14, 2026. It's good. This book was purely ruined by the title, cover and synopsis. The character portrayal is a bit weak, but the positive characters are all very likable. The epilogue at the end fills in the logic. Although there are still some flaws, the plot holes are mostly filled. The only problem is that the climax of the ending, the fight against the BOSS, was not well written and ended abruptly. The setting is very interesting, with all sorts of systems and various managers from the original world (for example, the protagonist is a time manager, and there are also managers of plants, misfortune, etc.). Whether it's the "host" and the "system," or the managers and their "tools" (which have self-awareness), they are all very cute and interactive. The writing style is gentle and gradual, the writing is decent and flows smoothly. The most outstanding part is the middle and later stages, where each part is intricately linked and full of mystery. Teacher Shi was as calm as someone who had been killing fish at RT-Mart for over a decade, but he had an extraordinary personal charm. However, I must say, if I hadn't been desperate for something to read and blindly picked this book, based on the synopsis and title alone, I would have definitely mistaken it for an instruction manual and would never have opened it... It would have been such a shame to miss out on such great content.

2. 2 这 Am I the Only Ordinary Person Here?! 这里就我一个普通人吗?! Paper Su纸苏Danmei (BL)2.3M WordsCompleted 219kFavorites432.4kClicks/ch393kGifts

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   June 6, 2016. This story has been with me for several years. It's generally lighthearted and humorous, featuring an ensemble cast (the characters are quite unique and rare, novel and interesting). During the story's progression, no romantic pairings were specified (it's not a wish-fulfillment story) until the very end, so you can freely ship any pairing (some even have independent epilogues/fate sequences). The characters mentioned in the synopsis are actually among the least popular in my opinion; four that aren't mentioned in the synopsis are particularly appealing (including the final confirmed main character). It's an infinite flow story, connecting various worlds via a train, allowing for travel between them (all worlds are interconnected). The big bosses in these infinite flow worlds are called Demon Kings (there are only a few, and they're all licensed). The protagonist, Xiao Lu, is incredibly likable—a goofy little sun, with maximum charm and escape skills. He considers himself a straight man's heartbreaker, but he's a normal human being, not a wish-fulfillment story; Xiao Lu grows gradually. The only drawbacks are that the later parts get a bit padded, and the same trope is reused repeatedly, making the romance a bit drawn out, but overall, it's acceptable. My biggest regret about this story is the lack of a separate "what if" storyline for Luo Luo and Lu Bu. This is my top pairing, followed by Yue Lu (who was the final official pairing). To summarize, my top three shippers are probably the tsundere, hot-tempered beauty - Luo Luo / the crazy, yandere pretty boy - Yue Lu / the fun-loving, fox-like boss - Little Demon King X the charming, goofy little sun - Lu Bu. The others are mostly friendship and family relationships (Lin Xianbei is a typical close friend, Jue Shen is a gossipy father, Lily is like a daughter, Xiao Mei is a hot-tempered older brother, and Xiao Lu is a darkened best friend). Others (like Si Nian) are also somewhat of a shipper for me, but their relationships are too well-developed, so I mostly just enjoy them as snacks. The author wrote many adorable animal side stories (all the main characters have animal counterparts), which are very enjoyable. Overall, it's worth reading.

3. 3 从 Starting a Cult 从创建密教开始 VentiscaNo CP2.7M WordsOngoing [Volume 4: Complete] [If you're rereading, please don't post spoilers! If you see a spoiler in the comments, please leave a separate comment on that chapter. I'll delete it when I see it. Sorry in advance!] When Ye Qiliu woke up, he found that the dream he'd had last night seemed to have become reality. The problem was, in his dream he'd put on the secret identity of an evil god, saved an abused child, killed a deranged, worthless father, and shot his way in and out of all kinds of trouble... 128.4kFavorites215.8kClicks/ch649.3kGifts

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   God! The setting is based on a cult simulator, and this is one of the few ongoing series I'm following. It feels very similar to Lord of Mysteries! How come all you evil gods are so poor? ( ) It's definitely a group portrait! I really love everyone, the four from the University of Michigan, the followers, ahhhhh! The content is so rich, and so are the emotions. I don't even know how to describe it right now. I drew over a dozen fan art pieces for this book, and it was also the first complete illustration I ever drew. There are seven paths to the Mansu world, each with different abilities and characteristics. The worldview is very unique and interesting, no substitutes. Overall, there are many lively and lighthearted scenes, but there are also scenes that can kill me… My tears are worthless [crying][crying] (there are important character deaths). Even the individual stories of the followers are like that—everyone is beautiful, strong, and tragic. Sometimes I can't help but sigh, but because of this, everyone is flesh and blood. I really love it so much (so I'm so afraid of my favorite characters dying, after all, there have been precedents). The overall style is really similar to Lord of Mysteries; you only understand after reading it… It's too complex and rich for me to describe, but go watch it!!!

4. 4 该 This Character is Suspected of Cheating! [Unlimited Flow] 该角色涉嫌开挂！[无限] Ten-Tailed Rabbit十尾兔Danmei (BL)1.6M WordsCompleted Blue Star contestant No. 2333, He Yu, is a sickly young man with pale skin, a slender build, and a whole lot of fragile vibes. When he stumbles into the universe’s grandest top-tier star talent competition, held once every ten years, looking completely lost… The audience bursts out laughing: “Did he take a wrong turn?” In this competition, combat strength is the sole criterion. Anyone below 100 is lumped together as a “weakling.” He Yu’s combat strength: 2. …Even a kid from the Cosmic Kinderga 414.3kFavorites613.9kClicks/ch1.3MGifts

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   He Shen is beautiful and strong, a genius with a charm that everyone loves, I adore her! /05. 11. 8 Absolutely a thrilling read!! There's no frustrating feeling or mindless, brainless cannon fodder. This isn't the kind of story where "the protagonist uses a conventional plot to get revenge, and then you realize how incredibly smart he is." Instead, the plot uses meticulous planning to make the reader directly experience the protagonist's almost supernatural intelligence. Sometimes, the intention behind a move isn't revealed until later in the story, leading to the realization—"Did he already know that?! How could he?!" It's also an ensemble piece. The characters go from mutual suspicion and scheming to kill each other (the competition is set so only one can survive) to fighting side-by-side in the end, which is truly touching. Especially since everyone is clearly evil and cunning (?), Like always thinking about killing He Yu or other teammates (…). It's this extreme tension, the coexistence of suspicion and the desire to kill, the ultimate mutual sabotage (the kind where they genuinely want to kill each other), and finally, the thought, "If we hadn't met in the competition, we might have become friends…" followed by more killing—it really resonated with me! In short, highly recommended!!

5. 5 禁 No Nested Dolls [Infinite] 禁止套娃［无限］ Spring Breeze Afar春风遥Danmei (BL)1.2M WordsCompleted [Complete] Past experiences have taught Wen Shi not to trust anyone. The only person in the world he can trust is himself. Wen Shi accidentally gets caught up in an infinite game. [Congratulations, player, on awakening the “I Am Me” skill. I Am Me: Spend 100 points to summon one “you” from a parallel world.] Wen Shi says flatly, “Summon one to die for me?” Until The Night of the Haunted Castle: The castle’s master demands that the players find him the perfect bride. Until they do, he’ll ki 386.3kFavorites550.2kClicks/ch2.2MGifts

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   I absolutely love Wen Shi, it's so funny haha, especially the ensemble cast. I love it. /05. 11. 8 The black cat doctor is wagging its tail and walking towards you, trying to claim your territory. Wen Shi's actions are truly outrageous... Completely unexpected developments. Every time, not only are the enemies and teammates surprised... But even he himself looks surprised (Everyone: What are you, the culprit, so surprised about! Jpg). The clever little cat just wants to achieve the result, so what if the process is a bit absurd? And it's like he has a buff; his passive skill is to trap people. No matter who's next to him, whether it's an enemy or a teammate, they can't escape being trapped (Wen Shi: Innocent) (Teammates: ... We're used to it, let him be). His signature skill is always playing the victim. Yes, our calm, rational, and highly intelligent bespectacled man, Ji Dad, has been blinded by this idiot. I love the ensemble cast! The president and his family all dote on Wen Shi! (Although the former are just saying one thing but doing another?), Highly recommended!!

6. 6 本 Today, This Bystander Passed by the Male Lead’s Set Again 本路人今天也在路过男主片场 Su Xingchuan宿星川Danmei (BL)1.2M WordsCompleted In China, there's a notorious five-member boy band, ABCDE. Aside from E, the utterly forgettable protagonist of this story, all the others have the makings of male leads from a Jinjiang novel. A was reborn. He was switched at birth as a child, and in his previous life, a CEO treated him as a stand-in. His story is full of melodramatic danmei tropes. His romantic entanglements are a tangled web, and he's constantly caught in messy love triangles and relationships where exes try desperately to wi 323.6kFavorites657.2kClicks/ch380kGifts

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   My absolute favorite, the book that changed the course of my life, my eternal white moonlight. It's also one of the few stories I followed closely (though it was on hiatus for a long time, spanning a major turning point in my life). Beautiful yet sorrowful, like forget-me-nots (flowers). 05.11.8 A story about life and growth. The main characters (Rainbow 5 + Yu) seem cheerful and fun in the early stages, but later the different "struggles" of each of them are gradually revealed, making them very three-dimensional and also very heartbreaking. Su Xingchuan also experienced a major life change when he wrote this book. After the main storyline started in the middle and later stages, it felt like he was questioning the world and himself along with Yi Wan: What is the world? Why do we live? Can I change all of this? This book not only has a very rich character development, including the supporting characters and villains, but also the villains. They are so well-developed that you can almost see their flesh and blood. Especially the villain, I won't say his name to avoid major spoilers, let's just call him K for now (the letter is just a random choice and has nothing to do with his name). He was once brilliant but eventually decayed. In essence, he was also fighting, but he was too arrogant and thought he could easily control the world... I don't know why, but I have a feeling of "watching him build a tall building from the ground up, and watching him fall and everyone pushes him down". Yi Wan is a person with passionate yet detached emotions. His world is filled with logic and thought, yet he lives in a chaotic world devoid of logic, forced to desperately pursue even the smallest glimmer of truth. There's a stunning quality to his burning life, blooming amidst decay, that left an indelible impression on me. Regarding the romance, during the first half of the series, I didn't quite understand Teacher Yu. I felt he and Yi Wan weren't a good match, and I even speculated that he was a "special protagonist" (in a private, romantic way). But at the end… oh my god, the only two whales in the deep sea met! Teacher Yu's white knight complex and his selfless personality felt so fragile (though not quite accurate, it truly evoked the beauty of a tragically short-lived white moonlight). You could really feel the resonance between their vastly different souls, like a white dove and a crow embracing in their dying moments—beautiful yet tinged with inexplicable sadness (thankfully, it had a happy ending). The final epilogue was incredibly interesting; everyone was so kind… oh my god, this is truly a ensemble piece!

7. 7 天 What Could a Heavenly Thunderbolt Possibly Have Against Me? 天雷能有什么坏心思呢 Spring Breeze Afar春风遥Danmei (BL)765k WordsCompleted [Complete] Du Shenglan was the most gifted genius in the cultivation world. He condensed sword energy at three, awakened the resonance of the Martial Dao Stele at five, and ventured alone into a forbidden land at ten. Yet the only thing people ever said about him was: What a pity. What a pity the Du family already had its favored prodigy. What a pity the Du family wanted Du Shenglan dead. Du Shenglan's father: “No matter how astonishing your talent, you cannot stand against your family.” A like 310.1kFavorites397.7kClicks/ch680.3kGifts

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   Comedy and serious drama are always my cup of tea! As always, Harukaze Haruka's writing features unexpected and hilarious plot twists. /You can always believe in Spring Breeze [heart], although it's a serious drama, it really made me laugh so hard I was rolling on the floor. This damn hellish humor, hellish jokes are probably like this ( ) And as always, even though the whole style is light and funny, and the protagonist is both abstract and intelligent, it's still so heartbreaking. There are moments when the protagonist doesn't show any emotion, but we readers outside the screen can feel his past despair and sadness... Anyway, highly recommended!!! (I didn't write much because you can totally jump in without thinking)

8. 8 在 A Second-Generation Layabout in Every World 在各个世界当咸鱼二代 Zhu Yu蛛于No CP720k WordsCompleted Yu Qian was bound to a System. System: Your mission is to win over the protagonists of various worlds and earn their love. Yu Qian drew a beginner's gift pack and got a bloodline potion. She immediately created a new body for herself, three years old, used the potion on herself, and became the target's biological daughter on the spot. System: What are you doing!!!! World One: The School Bully Raises a Child Zai Ye was the notorious school bully at No. 2 Middle School. His parents had divorced a 290.2kFavorites577.7kClicks/ch403kGifts

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   Chi finally grew up / 05.11.8 Chi [crying][crying][crying], this one is both heartwarming and sad... The parents in every world love Chi so much, even though she's a brat (not really). Seeing Chi say "I'll never grow up" really brought tears to my eyes. Happiness, happiness, please quickly descend into Chi's palm. But the ending is the most beautiful, although I don't know why I still feel a little melancholy after finishing it. In short, it's truly a story where love flows between the lines, but knowing that Chi in each world will inevitably die young makes this love even more poignant...

9. 9 天 The Genius's Guide to Conquest [Virtual Reality] 天才攻略论[全息] Li Wenjiu李温酒Danmei (BL)1.2M WordsCompleted [The next full-dive novel, Genius Player [Full Dive], is available for pre-order in my collection!] A genius, Su Mo has earned countless honors and basked in widespread acclaim. But his F-rank constitution keeps him from logging into the virtual StarNet, leaving him behind in the StarNet era. Su Mo thought he would spend his life going through the same quiet routine day after day until it ended. That is, until he discovered Tianhuan, a full-dive exploration MMORPG: a new kind of virtual game tha 226.4kFavorites316.9kClicks/ch665kGifts

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   This is definitely the kind of satisfying, fast-paced story I like. /05.11.8 It's a very complete book, and one of the earlier ones I read. It features an ensemble cast, and while I don't remember the exact details, I recall it being very lighthearted. It's set in a space-themed holographic online game, and Momo is the commander's summoner (I think, but I'm not entirely sure). Overall, it's a very smooth and enjoyable read, a fairly typical online game novel. Those who like this genre will really enjoy it.

10. 10 你 Do You Have Any Opinion on Mechanical Cat Ears? 你对机械猫耳有什么意见吗 Yu Meng羽萌Danmei (BL)507k WordsCompleted [The story is complete! Thank you so much for staying with me! See you in the next story!] [The mainland publication rights have been signed. Follow Weibo @Jinjiang Yu Mengmengmeng for details.] After a difficult adjustment period with his Host, System 2333 finally got to enjoy the happy life of lying flat. The entire mechanical kitty ball lay in its cat bed, while his Host, a model of devotion, spoke softly into his ear. “Sansi, isn’t a twelve percent discount in the shop too small? Are you mak 178kFavorites271.4kClicks/ch537kGifts

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    Natural black mechanical cat, so cute! Lots of cat balls appear, so adorable! The romance wasn't really my thing, but the cat-ball characters were so cute! The main character is a natural dark-hearted guy, and he appears mostly as a mechanical cat-ball throughout the story. The mechanical cat-balls are adorable, and the writing style is cute too, but it's a serious drama! The fluffy balls are fighting against the nasty golden watermelon. Go, systems! It strangely feels like watching a spy thriller, and while it's very cute, it's also a little unsettling at times. Highly recommended!

11. 11 日 A One-Day Persona 日抛型人设 Delusional Crow妄鸦Danmei (BL)491k WordsCompleted Zong Yan sits in class, always feeling like he’s the one who doesn’t belong. His body is here, but his soul slips out through the window. He wants to do anything, become anyone. He just doesn’t want to be himself. He has an unbelievably cool superpower. He can pull different character cards out of thin air with his bare hands. As long as his SAN is high enough, Zong Yan can become all kinds of beings: Superhumans, ancient gods, Great Old Ones, even... Outer Gods. Soaring above the skyline of t 142.4kFavorites274.3kClicks/ch306.6kGifts

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    This book was actually included in an event themed around becoming a top student. November 5, 2008. One of the early reads +1. I've become so chuunibyou (delusional); all these books are to blame. The epitome of chuunibyou: gacha mechanics + transformation + Cthulhu + saving the world—it's all there! (Seriously, the Night Watchman card is really cool). Things like being the student council president at the University of Michigan, having a prince as a classmate, or being roommates with Bubble, Nyaruko, and Shubu... I have no idea! Seeing these things made me unable to resist.

12. 12 玩 Players Think I’m a Demon God 玩家都以为我是邪神 Leo Galaxy狮子星系Danmei (BL)1.5M WordsCompleted (Complete. My novel next door, Raising Little Monsters, formerly titled The Little Monster Destroyed the World After I Logged Off, is also finished and ready to binge. (holding a rose in my mouth)) Lan En transmigrated into the body of another unlucky man with the same name, who had just escaped a fire. He gained a second life and inhuman beauty. Sounds like an amazing start, just one step away from reaching the pinnacle of life, right? Yes, Lan En thought so too, if only this weren't a world 142kFavorites207.3kClicks/ch375kGifts

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    A particularly well-developed ensemble cast; the relationship between the Fourth Calamity and the native inhabitants is heartwarming, and the followers are also well-portrayed. I absolutely love Lann! While humanity shines brightly amidst the presence of Klaxosaur gods and various religions, it is humanism that stands out. This light of faith is a major highlight, both passionate and idealistic. /05.11. 8 Gods!! The final step that kicked me into the quagmire of tabletop role-playing games! It's supposed to be Clash of Clans, but it has a strong D&D epic feel. This is a myth co-created by gods and humans!! And as I mentioned before, the ensemble cast is amazing! Players, natives, and believers, seeing everyone fighting and bleeding was truly exciting. The author's subtle perspectives are brilliant, weaving in the interactions between players and natives in this game world of the Fourth Scourge. From their initial arrogance towards NPCs (human arrogance towards data), to being moved by the people and events here, further feeling the reality of this place, they gradually become guardians, wanting to protect this beautiful world. And there are so many highlights for the players, so many characters I like! Game masters, you guys are really amazing! Even the troublemakers were carefully protecting it at the end... Ahhh, it's really hard not to be moved by the encounter between true hearts. Ultimately, it's still there. Although the whole book is about gods, its core is humanism. There's a genuine sense of the investigators walking the line between light and darkness, selflessly sacrificing themselves without regret. Lann is the same—a self-sacrificing god... The "what if" ending, where he single-handedly protects everyone's dreams, is full of tragic beauty. In short, this book truly is divine! I highly, highly, highly recommend it!! (Even if you don't play tabletop role-playing games, it's okay; the author provides explanations, and most readers will understand.)

13. 13 我 I Think I Really Am the Future Boss 我好像真的是未来BOSS Magical Girl Tu Yingjun魔法少女兔英俊Danmei (BL)592k WordsCompleted [Pre-release: After Dressing as a Woman and Provoking the Dragon-Proud Hero, details at the end] I got myself a younger boyfriend. He's fierce and wild, and he never admits he likes me, but he's a great cook, and he blushes when he kisses me. He's just so adorable. It's just that his chuunibyou is a little severe. He keeps saying he knows the memories of the future, and that I'll eventually become the Big Boss who destroys humanity. One day, he says, he'll have to kill me. Me: “Mm-hmm, okay, b 110.1kFavorites233.6kClicks/ch58kGifts

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    I really enjoyed it. The villainous group was a bit sad to watch. The transformation of Huo Yan into Huo Yan is like a god gradually becoming human. (05.11.8) My opinion is similar to before: the protagonist is not human, but a calamity. Most of the time, he feels like a very relatable person (with a touch of childlike innocence), but occasionally he reveals a sense of alienation and inhumanity, mimicking humans and their emotions. The villainous group in this story is obviously evil, but from their perspective, it's quite reasonable. After all, it's their birth mission and responsibility, so they can't understand why the "youngest child," who should be their kind, chooses to help humanity. The protagonist also has many hostile humans (even after such a great sacrifice), but there's also countless acts of warmth—his roommate, his love interest, and everyone else! They all work hard for him. The ending, where everyone protects the protagonist, is truly inspiring and heartwarming. For Huo Yan, this is the meaning of life.

14. 14 在EN Pretending to Be an Overseas Contestant on a Boy Group Survival Show 在男团选秀假扮海外选手 Self-Destructing Truck自爆卡车No CP465k WordsCompleted *The second set of illustrations is up! If you can only see the first set, please update the app. For watermarked versions, see Weibo @A Self-Destructing Truck. *Comments related to real people will be deleted. I didn't delete the other comments, so please don't argue in the comments section. [Warnings are below. Anyone trying to identify real-life inspirations will be disappointed.] Upcoming story 1: "A Field Guide to Failing at Fanservice" (original, no CP) Upcoming story 2: "I Draw the Underc 101kFavorites216.3kClicks/ch183.2kGifts

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    Yuzu Miura, I bought the whole set of badges. She's the kind of person I consider perfect. / 05.11.8 Yuzu is so incredibly kind, I just can't resist someone so gentle... She strives forward and illuminates others. The pairing in this series is so sweet (even though it's just friendship for them?), She's a heartthrob! It's lighthearted and easy, perfect for relaxing.

15. 15 漫 A Guide for Background Characters to Survive in a Manga 漫画路人自救指南 Naturally Serene恬然天然No CP2.1M WordsCompleted Su Bei, an F-rank freshman at Infinite Ability Academy, awakened a new power on the day he enrolled. Only then did he discover that their world was a comic, and the protagonist was his classmate, Jiang Tianming. But that w 99.7kFavorites157.2kClicks/ch413.9kGifts

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    I've already uploaded the ending of Chapter 4, but I loved the beginning so much that I'm still including it... If you're going to read it, just read up to chapter 300. Su Bei is truly a mysterious, powerful, and youthful little fox! The main group consists of over ten people (everyone in Class S of the Superpower Academy). The protagonist moves between the good and the evil, and later he even has his own neutral organization. I love watching the bonds between the main group!! Although Su Bei often disappears in times of crisis without any classmate affection (), his classmates teased him so much that we got used to it, haha. When we see Su Bei disappear (running away first), we know there's danger. And the protagonist's superpower, [Gear of Destiny], is so awesome! He always manages to show off so smoothly. In short, it's so satisfying! (I really, really, really love everyone's interactions; they're so cute and heartwarming). Highly recommended!! (If you can accept not reading the ending)

16. 16 漫21+ Comic Protagonist in the Middle of an Amazing Performance 漫画主角绝赞扮演中 Wave Coconut Milk Tea波椰奶青No CP1.2M WordsCompleted 63kFavorites88.5kClicks/ch142.7kGifts

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    Super cute, everyone (of course, the cutest is Yunzai) / 05.11.8 This book really has a strong comic book feel, like you're reading a manga (although it's a cult classic (), and it's my favorite ensemble cast! Yunyan and Baobao, sometimes you really look scarier than the villains! Yunyan has a very youthful and childlike feel, although he's a little bit bearish, rebellious, and bloodthirsty. The villain group and the protagonist group are essentially raising kids from beginning to end! Although Yunzai's methods of dealing with problems are quite direct, bloody, and violent, Yunyan is actually very clear about all the intricacies, he's just too lazy to use his brain. When he really needs to use his brain, it works very well (probably?). And this book really makes me want to ship Narcissus (I won't say anything about major spoilers yet). The writing style is light and easy, with small cuts but no big cuts, and it's so warm and comforting that it makes you feel like you're in a dream world. Highly recommended!

17. 17 扮 I Became the Most Popular Character by Acting as a Villain in the Manga 扮演反派后我在漫画人气登顶 Bai Lingzi白灵子No CP1.2M WordsCompleted - The cover changes from time to time. The current cover features the protagonist, Bai Xuechao - [Part One is complete. Part Two is available for pre-order in my author’s collection. [Extras are being updated slowly and irregularly] As Bai Xuechao was about to die from illness, he became bound to a System claiming to come from a “high-dimensional world comics website.” He learned that the world he lived in was a comic, and that a major villain had died unexpectedl 38.1kFavorites61.7kClicks/ch59.9kGifts

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    I love Shirayuki Asahi, and there are so many characters! It's a pity that there's only the first part so far, which is just a setup. I deliberately waited until it was finished before reading it to avoid having to keep up with the updates. The setting is very interesting, the diet and pheromones are very novel, and the main characters and the main couple are very good (?). However, every time I write about the manga's comments and forums, the content is too much and too exaggerated, which reminds me of the chaos in real-life manga comment sections. It has a strong entertainment industry flavor, which makes me feel a little uncomfortable. It's very appealing to the main character's mother, but those who are adamant about not shipping should proceed with caution. Okay, here are the comments from the following couples: Ah Xue and Yuan Lan are just too good to be true! This rivalry between sworn enemies is so sweet! The best thing about this kind of couple is that they could never truly like each other without a romantic relationship. This calculated flavor is so appealing, and the insincere yet objectively clingy atmosphere... I don't know how to describe it, but I really love their way of interacting!! Looking forward to Volume 2 /05.11.8 First, let me reiterate: those who are not into romantic pairings should proceed with caution. Secondly, there are so many characters in this book, dozens, I think. There are currently three main organizations: the dark organization the protagonist belongs to, the official organization the main characters belong to, and the villainous organization, the Apocalypse Society. Each organization has its favorite characters, sob sob… especially the Apocalypse Society, ahhhh, I just can't resist their hypocritical nature. Xiaoxue's intelligence is among the highest (I say among the highest because I personally think other characters are also among the highest), she's practically a seductive, sickly beauty, a master of manipulation, constantly switching between good and evil, effortlessly capturing everyone's hearts and supporting all-Xue. And because it's not into romantic pairings, I not only ship the main characters, but also the other characters' pairings! Ah, this is friendship, this is bond! The casino scene really got me excited, a complete battle of wits and strategy… the undercurrents and speculations between the three sides, constantly guessing each other's thoughts, it was truly immersive, tense and thrilling. However, judging from the outline, the author seems to be planning to write this in three parts. This part is just the beginning of the plot, introducing the characters, the world, and the factions. I can't imagine how exciting the second part will be; the ending of the first part was too thrilling!! Author, you've really been agonizing by leaving a cliffhanger here…

18. 18 一 One-Star Idol Comeback Plan 一星偶像逆袭计划 Know Not the Flying Feathers不知飞羽No CP625k WordsCompleted [To avoid misunderstanding the first chapter's perspective, a reminder: Xingdou is the protagonist] This novel has 60% anti-piracy protection. Please don't offer writing advice (important). Xingdou is an idol trainee at an idol development academy. Even when people judge him “unsuited to be an idol” and “untalented,” nothing can stop him from wanting to become one. After graduation, Xingdou barely manages to debut with a small agency, but he remains unknown, even less memorable than a random pa 28.9kFavorites58.7kClicks/ch50.7kGifts

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    The stars are sparkling, so serene yet so brilliant / 05.11.8 The ultimate god of the internet has arrived! The setting is very novel. The protagonist is a game character who awakens and is reborn, but it's an idol-raising rhythm game (similar to Ensemble Stars ○, but with some differences). It completely feels like watching an idol anime. School idols are the best! This book is also an ensemble piece, with a large cast of characters, each with a distinct style and a variety of types. They all seem to have a fondness for Xingdou (or perhaps an obsession? (Some)). However, Xingdou is a lone wolf, knowing that as a one-star, he has to contend with five-star characters to become number one, which is incredibly difficult. "Why do I keep writing, as if my days are numbered?" This lyric from Hamilton feels very fitting for Xingdou. Despite so many people wanting to be his friend, only Xingdou knows he can only be alone. He is determined to become a star, self-deprecatingly rejecting others' advances, walking alone, and hitting a wall. The sense of loneliness permeates the entire book. I don't know why, but it feels very fatalistic, especially the "Uncrowned King" part (yes, I want to ship Narcissus again). I often feel that Xingdou is born towards death... Born towards death, born from the brink of extinction.

19. 19 用 Drawing Cards to Survive in a High-Risk Mystery Manga 用抽卡在高危推理漫画中求生 White Sand Pond白沙塘No CP407k WordsCompleted The blurb says it all. The story is told mainly from a first-person point of view. Theme: Nietzsche said, "There are no facts, only interpretations." 17.6kFavorites21.6kClicks/ch29.4kGifts

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    Although there's no romantic pairing, the two main characters' unrequited feelings for the protagonist are quite obvious, though I'm too oblivious to notice. The most interesting aspect of this game is its perspective. It's primarily told from Li Zhi's point of view, but frequently switches to the original protagonist's and antagonist's perspectives. Each character sees something very different, greatly enriching the character development. The interesting premise is that the original protagonist is a sunny, cheerful, and bright type, but due to certain experiences, his psychological flaws are obvious, even bordering on "saviorism." The original antagonist appears thoroughly evil, cold, ruthless, and rational, but deep down he's a highly sensitive, tsundere cat! Li Zhi is like a little owl; to outsiders, he's the gentle, perfect type (oh my god, such a charming person!), But in reality, he has strong boundaries and is incredibly kind to his family, upholding his principles and being super smart… And the protagonist's family is the type who discusses autopsies at the dinner table (). There are also several alternate identities later on, not many, and they're quite noticeable when they're revealed. This is one of the uses of the protagonist's abilities, which is quite interesting. Oh, and one thing I have to mention is that this book is truly "all villains," giving me the feeling of "Seriously, buddy, you're a dark, lawless outlaw too?" The plot has a huge twist later on, along with many smaller ones. Although the ending, no matter how you think about it, always feels a bit illogical and full of loopholes, the process of deducing the truth alongside the three main characters is very enjoyable and definitely worth watching.

20. 20 8 818: The Bizarre Superpower Club at No. 1 High School 818一中那个诡异异能社 Copper-Shelled Notebook铜皮笔记本Danmei (BL)373k WordsCompleted [Upcoming: After I Descended to the Mortal Realm to Undergo Tribulations and Became a Blind-Box Murder-Mystery Character] A hapless tale of immortals descending to the mortal realm to undergo tribulations, only for everything to go wildly off the rails: sworn enemies become lovers, heroes admire one another, and cultivation follows a traditional folk-deity system with a hundred schools contending. [Upcoming: After I Started Cyberpunk Cultivation, the Whole World Thought I Was Being Persecuted] 7.5kFavorites6.3kClicks/ch3kGifts

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    The ensemble cast is a plus, it's a very cute show. The four main characters really give off a team adventure anime vibe. The romance is neither particularly good nor bad, but it's still quite adorable and a very enjoyable watch.

21. 21 非 An Atypical Sophomore Syndrome 非典型高二病 Yin Renhuan尹人欢Danmei (BL)565k WordsCompleted This novel will be completed on March 15, and the reverse-v chapters start from Chapter 19~ [The full text has been extensively revised, so it differs from pirated copies] [Recommended: my completed novel, The Alliance Forces Me to Treat the General, a sweet interstellar Sentinel/Guide story with a happy ending. Check my author page to find it] A campus story, happy ending, sl 1.8kFavorites3.3kClicks/ch631Gifts

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    Jinjiang won't give me five stars. It's a story of two shadows crossing the light to meet each other. The theme is somewhat similar to "Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions," about growing up by making compromises with the world. Perhaps one day in the future I will be able to do it too. /05.11.8 Because the author stopped updating midway, many people unfollowed the story. The author later returned and finished updating. At the beginning, it seemed like an ordinary campus novel. But as you read on, the protagonist's sharp, piercing presence, like a beam of light in the darkness, became very apparent. Later, the environment became somewhat murky, revealing many dark things, including the protagonist's past. This was one of the earlier parts I read, and the fleeting sense of madness at the time was very impactful. Although the premise doesn't seem that profound now, that moment of brilliance made me willing to put it here. (Warning: The side couple is the father of the main characters; their parentage is also quite dramatic and suspenseful. Both mothers are also very well-developed characters.)

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