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1. 1 攻 Capture the Jade 攻玉 Ning Long凝陇Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [Announcement: This novel was first published in 2020. It underwent its first full revision in April 2022 and its second in August 2026, mainly to correct typos and awkward phrasing. Returning readers don't need to reread it; you can ignore the update notices. New readers should read the official version. Pirated versions outside Jinjiang have nothing to do with this novel or its author.] A fantasy demon-hunting story set in an alternate Tang Dynasty. “Use the stones of other mountains to poli 644.4kFavorites864.2kClicks/ch988.3kGifts

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   Very good, the writing is very delicate, the two villains of Chang'an live a long and healthy life! (Can't give it 5 stars)

2. 2 招 Summoning the Soul 招魂 Gardenia山栀子Romance580k WordsCompleted [The entire novel has been carefully revised. The revised version differs greatly from pirated copies. I’m not responsible for any pirated version.] -The fallen young lady of a noble family x the dead young general- From a carefree young noble to a traitorous court villain, Xu Hexue’s crimes were too numerous to recount. Even fifteen years after he had been sentenced and put to death, people in the streets and markets of Great Qi still spoke of his past and spat on his wicked deeds. Ni Su neve 412kFavorites448.7kClicks/ch293.6kGifts

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   It's so good! It's rare to see two gentle characters like this, and the political intrigue is also very well written (can't get 5 rating??).

3. 3 师 Junior Brother 师弟 Returning Mountain Jade归山玉Romance619k WordsCompleted Junior Brother Ming Li was powerful in her previous life, stronger than anyone else. Born into a top sect, she had extraordinary talent from childhood and joined the ranks of the continent's seven greatest at sixteen. She was the textbook beauty: strong and stunning, with no tragic past. Because the tragedy belonged to the people around her. From her family and friends to her fellow disciples, they were all tormented by love, hate, anger, and obsession until they wished they were dead. Rumor 387.8kFavorites386.1kClicks/ch280.2kGifts

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   It's so good!! I couldn't sleep reading it in the middle of the night, it was both heart-wrenching and exhilarating, I love stories with interspersed memoirs 🐰 (Can't give it a 5??)

4. 4 青 Azure Cloud Terrace 青云台 Chen Xiaozhi沉筱之Romance769k WordsCompleted “I’m trapped beneath Xijin Terrace, and I’ve nearly bled dry. Yet all I can think is that little girl absolutely must not come here. If… she really does come, I’ll just tell everyone I saw her and that she’s already dead.” Theme: When the tower collapses, build another in its place. 338kFavorites351.4kClicks/ch170.4kGifts

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   It's truly a wonderful watch; the plot and themes are incredibly powerful, and the main and supporting characters are all exceptionally well-developed. Qingjia is compassionate, and Lanruo is kindred spirits; the brother and sister duo are just so wonderful, I love them so much…

5. 5 剑 The Sword Is Drawn 剑出鞘 Chen Xiaozhi沉筱之Romance831k WordsOngoing [Later in the story, if there's no update by 10 p.m., there won't be one. Don't wait.] A Zhi had a senior fellow disciple in her sect. They said that after only one year of sword training, he could single-handedly wipe out the demon lair at the foot of the mountain. In winter, snow fell on Qingxing Mountain. His sword aura kept the chill at bay within three feet, and not a single flake touched his white robes. The day Master brought A Zhi into the sect, he pointed at the man and said, “I've c 182kFavorites203.7kClicks/ch213.7kGifts

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   This is absolutely amazing! The plot, themes, and writing are all outstanding. It's my favorite book I've ever read. I really love the character of the senior brother, and after finishing it, I have a soft spot for all the young masters.

6. 6 第 The Words of the Number One 第一辞色 Li Qingran黎青燃Romance271k WordsCompleted Published in print Jiang Jiuqing is an illegitimate princess of a fallen kingdom. Her extraordinary intelligence lies hidden beneath an unremarkable appearance, unknown to everyone. And she doesn't want anyone to find out. She stays out of things; wanting nothing is her normal way of life. But she has a white moonlight, someone she hasn't seen in years. He's completely turned dark and keeps getting into trouble: Ji Yu, the most eloquent persuader in the Nine Provinces, a peerlessly elegant young 167.9kFavorites175.8kClicks/ch53.1kGifts

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   The only readable article I'm stuck on during this creative block; its authority speaks for itself.

7. 7 白 Song of White Snow 白雪歌 Wuyuan雾圆Romance531k WordsCompleted [Simplified Chinese edition published. For details, see Weibo @Wu Yuan Er. Thank you all so much for your love!] Qu You dreamed that Zhou Tan, the infamous treacherous official of history, draped a warm winter coat over her in the bitter cold of a winter night. When she woke, she had become Zhou Tan’s wife, married to bring him good fortune. Qu You had heard countless stories about Zhou Tan: h 109.9kFavorites127.2kClicks/ch40.5kGifts

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   It's super good! (I wanted to give it five stars, but the system wouldn't let me...). I love Zhou Tan and Qu You, and I'll always be moved by the male and female leads who support and redeem each other.

8. 8 云 Joyful Clouds 云欢 Sing of the Wind and Go风歌且行Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Chen Yunhuan was once the foremost disciple of Xianlang Sect, a genius sword cultivator praised by everyone. Then one day, she lost all her spiritual power and became a cripple. A girl who appeared out of nowhere took her place as the foremost disciple, while Chen Yunhuan was kicked down the mountain and left to fend for herself. That night, Chen Yunhuan sat at the foot of the mountain and saw brilliant spiritual light shining from its peak. She knew it was the light of Xue Chiyao practicing he 82.5kFavorites60.2kClicks/ch93.3kGifts

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   Not bad 🐰 The plot is quite exciting, with points that keep you watching 💪

9. 9 凤 The Phoenix Returns to Court 凤归朝 Meng Xishi梦溪石Romance768k WordsCompleted [Complete] Ten years ago, the Emperor’s eldest daughter was sent far away to marry into the Rouran. Ten years later, the Western Rouran was conquered by the imperial court. The princess submitted a request to return to the capital and retire there. The new emperor granted her wish and ordered the Marquis of Ruyang, Liu Fu, and Lu Wei, Junior Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, to go escort her home. People said that although the princess was still a noble daughter of the imperial family, 66.9kFavorites69kClicks/ch74.7kGifts

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   It's so good! Princess is especially wonderful, my favorite female lead 🐰

10. 10 吹 Dreaming of the West Islet 吹梦到西洲 Write Parting Sounds写离声Romance1.2M WordsCompleted Main story complete An anthology of supernatural tales set in an alternate Tang dynasty. The main story is not told in first person. Hai Chao only went out to collect pearls. Who could have guessed she would stumble into a world called Xizhou? Here, demons and ghosts roam everywhere, one strange incident follows another, and danger lurks at every turn. Of all people, she runs into the last person she wants to see in this life: her childhood sweetheart and fiancé, who is far away in the capit 42.9kFavorites37.5kClicks/ch62kGifts

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    It's good, but the side quests feel a bit long. The connection between the side quests and the main storyline is still unclear. Aside from the mystery of the male lead's background and the reason for the annulment of the engagement, there aren't many other compelling elements.

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