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1. 1 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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   This is a top-tier Xianxia (fantasy/martial arts) work, and even outside of the yuri (lesbian) genre, it's still an excellent Xianxia novel. At first glance, the setting seems like a typical transmigration story, but it's grand and cleverly designed. All the characters are fleshed out, with a mix of love and hate, each resolutely forging their own path. The protagonist, Mu Qiantan, is exceptionally well-developed. She's cold, aloof, and sharp, with a vitality so strong that you can almost see into her indifferent eyes through the pages. She truly seems to have escaped the author's pen and come alive. For a character like her, I have no further demands. The only drawback is that the ending of the romance feels slightly rushed compared to the overly exciting plot. I'm reluctant to deduct points, so I'll reduce it from six stars to five.5.

2. 2 空21+ The Empty Boat 空船 Niu Er'er牛尔尔Baihe (GL)244k WordsCompleted 17.4kFavorites13.2kClicks/ch18.9kGifts

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   Language is too powerful to describe; every metaphor and every scene is so vivid, it's as if scenes from the movie are flashing before my eyes. This is a story about leaving, about rebirth, about breaking free from the past. It's also a story of two ordinary women who, step by step, break free from an invisible cage and finally fall in love. The impact of reading it lingers long afterward. Teacher Niu, come back! I can't live without you!

3. 3 没 Pathetic 没出息 Zhuo Yuan Yu浊鸢鱼Baihe (GL)198k WordsOngoing Hopeless x No Problem Hopeless Shen Huaien has been a kept lover for sixteen years. At last, he tries to fly free of his cage, only to fall headfirst into Wen Ting’s nest. *Eleven-year age gap *The younger one is more dominant Theme: It’s okay to be hopeless 2.3kFavorites1.4kClicks/ch7.9kGifts

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   A gentle and smooth sweet story. The author's writing is good. Although there are some bittersweet moments, they are all caused by external factors. The two main characters gently heal and support each other, making the story heartwarming.

4. 4 社21+ Can't a Beta Office Drone Get a Big Win? 社畜beta就不能拿大结果吗 Xu He Zi许合子Baihe (GL)165k WordsOngoing 5kFavorites5kClicks/ch3.6kGifts

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   This is another great read for fans of male-dominant stories. The synopsis may seem unremarkable at first glance, but the author's writing is incredibly smooth. The beta 1 in this story is nothing like the weak and submissive character the synopsis describes. On the contrary, her personality is perfectly understated, yet her charm is just right. The synopsis might not explain the young lady's obsession, but after reading the main text, wow, the beta 1 is a heartthrob! For those who suffer from male-dominant stories where the top is completely unappealing and only the bottom seems to be under a spell, don't miss this!

5. 5 她 She's Addicted to Love 她心酗爱 Tart Shark蛋挞鲨Baihe (GL)446k WordsCompleted 1. At twenty-seven, a blizzard-related car crash nearly cost Xun Long everything. Her healthy body, her promising career, the friends she could trust. She returned to her hometown, planning to spend her recovery at her grandparents’ lantern shop. 2. The little town where she grew up had become a tourist street. The shops had changed a lot. Xun Long rarely left the house, making lanterns now and then. After being pinned down by a ghost in her sleep for several nights, she finally realized Someon 7.8kFavorites6.5kClicks/ch31kGifts

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   A frail, aloof, and seemingly indifferent older sister who is detached from everything x a juicy, energetic but not noisy, 0. They're both smug and love to watch. The 1, who seems indifferent and uninterested, becomes even more clingy and persistent after experiencing love.

6. 6 毛 A Bare-Bones Romance 毛坯恋人 Tart Shark蛋挞鲨Baihe (GL)536k WordsCompleted √ Part-time cleaner / working queen x useless, wicked, pampered princess During her sophomore year, Zhou Sier moved off campus. One day, after a party, a friend called a cleaner to come over. The cleaner was twenty-eight, with a 99% positive rating. She just didn't talk much, and worked at double speed. Pampered and spoiled, Zhou Sier hated organizing. She asked the cleaner if she took private jobs. When she woke up, her room was spotless, but all she had was the woman's name and Alipay accou 19.3kFavorites17.5kClicks/ch47.4kGifts

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   A seemingly cold but actually warm-hearted model who entered the workforce early and endured many hardships (older man/younger woman) meets a headstrong yet not spoiled juicy heiress. Egg Tart Shark still writes with such skill; the seemingly calm older man/younger woman story actually reveals a passionate heart beneath. The younger heiress in this story is incredibly adorable, honest and straightforward about her desires and love. So cute, just from the name, you can almost picture a fluffy Pomeranian puppy in high heels. After reading, you might even believe for a few seconds that there truly is such a perfect match.

7. 7 糖 Candied Peanuts 糖花生 Wild Extremes极野Baihe (GL)32k WordsCompleted 10.2kFavorites25.1kClicks/ch5.9kGifts

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   The plot is simple, the story is short, and it's quite fairytale-like overall, but it's just so incredibly cute! I love reading about a shrewd, seemingly all-powerful bottom who's prickly and yet irresistibly drawn into a love triangle he initially despised, clinging tightly to his precious possession. And the top in this story is so adorably dizzying! Don't miss it!

8. 8 她 She Has Two Faces 她有两副面孔 Tart Shark蛋挞鲨Baihe (GL)269k WordsCompleted Xu Deng had always dreamed of tearing off Jiang Di's hypocritical mask. But when she finally did, she found that the real person wasn't nearly as hateful as she'd imagined. In fact, she was more dazzling and more beautiful than the fake goddess she pretended to be, and much harder to envy or despise. She was also unexpectedly interesting. Theme: Don't think about her 9.3kFavorites16.3kClicks/ch7kGifts

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   Egg Tart Shark's early work features a wonderfully well-done "Young Lady 1" and a subtly resilient "0" whose emotions are understated yet resilient. The reconciliation feels a little rushed, but they're a perfect match, destined to go through twists and turns before finally coming together. A must-see for fans of "Young Lady 1," "school life," and "reconciliation after a broken relationship."

9. 9 仙 Immortal Maiden, Please Behave! 仙子请自重！ A Pile of Silver Mountains银山堆Baihe (GL)845k WordsOngoing [Paragraph comments are open. “Miss, please show some restraint.” When Zhao Hong said those words, she never imagined she'd have to say them to three more people. One day, she slipped and fell into a lake. A white sable not only saved her life, but insisted on giving her a supreme treasure of heaven and earth called Heart's Inquiry. It could help cultivators question their own hearts, see through illusions, and climb to the pinnacle of the immortal p 7kFavorites4.7kClicks/ch36.9kGifts

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   Yinshan's writing skills need no further explanation; his portrayal of an upright man paired with bad women is a breeze, a guaranteed hit. A story of an upright man with four bad women is a masterpiece, a national banquet that will be remembered forever. There's no reason not to enjoy it.

10. 10 欲 The Cocoon of Desire 欲茧 Walking the Hillside行山坡Baihe (GL)281k WordsCompleted [New novel: Polygon. A light sci-fi story featuring a love polygon and an all-female cast, with lawyers, legal affairs managers, investors, and more. Yu Zhen can't stand her new subordinate. She already hates nepotism hires, and this one is the crown jewel of them all. She'd planned to keep to her own business and avoid trouble, but Qiao Fei insisted on becoming her assistant, claiming she wanted to “learn” from her. And so, they ended up inseparable. Yu Zh 4.6kFavorites3.1kClicks/ch4.1kGifts

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    This is a very smooth and engaging story about adult relationships, a textbook example of physical attraction. Despite incompatible personalities, family backgrounds, and behavioral norms, their undeniable attraction allows them to become the perfect couple during those passionate few hundred minutes. One second, there's an undercurrent of unease, a feeling of "Should we break up?", And the next, a glance seals "Why aren't we kissing?". The only minor flaw is that the sections on reconciliation and the subsequent adjustments could be expanded a little, but it's already incredibly satisfying.

11. 11 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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    Sisters who enjoy gentle bottoms are in for a treat! The gentleness of the bottom in this story isn't simply about a delicate figure or a soft voice; it's a very strong sense of compassion and extreme emotional stability. And he even has a mouth (how can you lose with that?!). Reading it feels like a gentle breeze, and you might accidentally call him "Mommy" (sorry!). The top's irresistible charm is also very convincingly portrayed. He's like a gentle breeze and a bright moon, seemingly unaware of his own charm, yet subtly affectionate without being overly sentimental or greasy. The author has done a fantastic job creating him; as you read, you feel like all the love he receives is well-deserved. He's truly captivating. Highly recommended!

12. 12 月 Beyond the Reach of Moonlight 月光照不到 Winter Night Star冬夜星Baihe (GL)206k WordsCompleted *Cover art by Guoren, with thanks. Synopsis: A story about two girls raised together who have no blood ties. Six-year age gap. They reunite right from the start. Bold / sincere / loves but can't have her X gentle / obsessive / afraid of losing her Chen Jinyue (24): Chen Jinyue has always been the sort of person who would do whatever it took to get what she wanted. She has her mother and Lin Yunsheng to thank 152.7kFavorites153.7kClicks/ch194.1kGifts

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    A must-read masterpiece for pseudo-bones, a classic that needs no further explanation. How did the author even come up with such clever character names?

13. 13 续 Prolonging Life 续命 Eight Cups of Water a Day一天八杯水Baihe (GL)677k WordsCompleted There was a wealthy family in the north of the city. A dying person lived in their house, and a coffin was often left out in the courtyard to air, lest it get moldy. The young lady of the Rong family was frail and sickly, and rarely set foot outside the house all year. Everyone who had seen her said what a pity it was, that she was a beauty with a short life and wouldn't live much longer. One day, the Lord of Ten Thousan 44.9kFavorites52.8kClicks/ch54.9kGifts

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    A supernatural tale with a perfect length and a tight plot. The cold-blooded ghost king (top) is paired with a sickly but cunning fox (bottom). Each of the bottoms in Eight Cups of Water's writing has their own unique charm, and the plot is very engaging. The major romantic developments occur later, but since I was already hooked from the beginning, I enjoyed reading it all. In conclusion, Eight Cups of Water's works are trustworthy, and fans of the bottom-centric story can basically jump in without hesitation.

14. 14 病 Saving the Ailing Empress 病弱女帝拯救中 Yang Chenwei杨尘微Baihe (GL)803k WordsCompleted [An alternate-world, women-led society story about breaking free from constraints. Not a matriarchal setting. The official system and customs are a messy mash-up, with little concern for historical accuracy. Please don’t read if that bothers you.] [No unsolicited writing advice.] Before bed, Tang Sheng read a novel that made her furious enough to feel it in her liver. In the book, the supporting-character empress, who had severed herself from love and desire, worked tirelessly day and night, a 35.4kFavorites29.3kClicks/ch66.2kGifts

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    Sisters who love ancient Chinese literature shouldn't miss this! The plot is tight and the main storyline is clear. The empress is sickly but not weak; she is ruthless and ambitious. The emperor is aloof but will shed tears for his lover. It's a collector's edition story with great depth, strong characters, and tragic plots—a perfect "emperor and lover" story.

15. 15 贵21+ Noble Academy Dating Simulator 贵族学院恋爱模拟器 Dawn Dream's Hallucinogenic Birth晓梦致幻生Baihe (GL)1.3M WordsCompleted 27.6kFavorites27.3kClicks/ch112.2kGifts

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    This is a utopia for fans of top-tier romance novels who have given up on the endless stream of "dogs flying everywhere." Where else can I find such a decisive, elegant, occasionally coquettish, and gourmet princess after Anno? At first glance, it seems like a typical game setting with fairly common romance characters, but the author has portrayed each character in a fresh and unique way, and the plot is intricately linked. It's the kind of novel that gives you a suspenseful twist after a slump, a pure love story after a slump, and then another slump after a delicious romance. A must-read for seasoned readers.

16. 16 平 Tones and Rhymes 平仄 Tart Shark蛋挞鲨Baihe (GL)256k WordsCompleted Chang Pan has known since childhood that she's adopted, but she's still spoiled and willful. When she's fifteen, her adoptive parents bring their biological daughter home, and Chang Pan has no choice but to return to her birth mother. Going from a rich kid to a poor kid, Chang Pan hates everything about her new surroundings. But she discovers that she can't bring herself to hate Fang You. A sister with no blood ties to her, the pillar holding their broken family together. Fang You's quiet char 20.7kFavorites27kClicks/ch11.4kGifts

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    If I had to choose a pseudo-bone novel to recommend, it would definitely be one of them. I can't resist the stories of older men who, despite being worn down and battered by life, still stand tall with pale faces.

17. 17 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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    A very well-crafted entertainment industry novel. The author's writing skills are strong; handling succubus-like characters is effortless. While reading, I was worried the 0 would devour the 1 whole before continuing—and yes, my worries weren't unfounded. The only minor flaw is that the tragic scenes aren't particularly intense, but even when the 0 cries, I get confused and come to my senses, forgiving them sooner than the 1 (?). A must-read for fans of entertainment industry novels

18. 18 蓝 Blue Streetlight 蓝色路灯 Tart Shark蛋挞鲨Baihe (GL)373k WordsCompleted 1. Li Anjun ran into Yu Gu, whom she hadn't seen in years, at a birthday banquet back in her hometown. The person who once dreamed of becoming a five-star chef had become a banquet cook roaming from village to village. They had grown up together, familiar yet distant friends. One felt guilty, the other was unwilling to let go, and both had chosen to avoid each other. The tall, thin, unassuming cook, who handled both weddings and funerals, asked, "Why did you come back?" Li Anjun: "What about y 14.8kFavorites16.4kClicks/ch19.4kGifts

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    This is my absolute favorite book in Egg Tart Shark's universe. It features a taciturn and reserved village chef worn down by life and an ambitious, hot-tempered career woman. Although Egg Tart Shark's characters often seem half-dead under the onslaught of life, their vibrant life force shines through every line. The protagonist in this book, 0, is such a lively and ambitious adorable woman that it's hard not to feel a mix of intense rage and intense love for her after reading it.

19. 19 昼 Traveling by Day and Night Among the Stars 昼星夜行 A Seventh-Day Reunion一七得夕Baihe (GL)499k WordsCompleted A hot-blooded, cliché-ridden, chuunibyou tale, with a girl's heart charging fearlessly through blood and battle. Beautiful villain who gets away with murder x righteous, brave little fox Elf x princess | Older woman as top | Romance and adventure | Western fantasy ensemble - From fifteen to seventeen, Ashley went from the darkest corner of the world to the throne. It took only two years. Before she fought her way to the top, no one ever imagined that she would take the lead in the glorious epics 14.5kFavorites6.6kClicks/ch21.9kGifts

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    A wonderful Western fantasy story. The initially naive but later clever and brave little fox princess and the wise "bad woman" elf are well-developed. The background is just right, neither too grand and overwhelming nor too simplistic and lacking a main plot. It's a very romantic story.

20. 20 指 Just Around the Corner 指日可待 Yan Buxue燕不学Baihe (GL)232k WordsCompleted [Some of my ideas were limited when I wrote this, so a few plot points might be a dealbreaker for some readers. I wanted to revise them, but couldn't be bothered (lazy).] Super-reclusive designer × crisis management consultant Set in a fictional world. Mutual pining. - Designer Lin Jiqiao is timid, a homebody, and severely socially anxious. Her biggest secret is that she married a woman while drunk. Three years later, she unexpectedly discovers that the woman she married and then lost touch wi 8.1kFavorites14.4kClicks/ch2.9kGifts

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    A quirky, romantic, and whimsical adorable story about a former female celebrity and a socially awkward genius hacker. The interwoven timelines and narrative style are brilliant, and the author is often moved by the romantic hotel nights spent soaking in alcohol and hormones. The hacker is so cute that I almost want to reach into the screen and pinch her cheeks. I deducted one star because the handling of a small plot point in the later part of the story was indeed questionable, but it's understandable given that it's a very early work. Overall, it's a very romantic and lovely little love story.

21. 21 入 Into the Sea 入海 Yue Ben Du月本渡Baihe (GL)660k WordsCompleted Blurb: Reunited in a secret realm, Lan Wu is bound by a beast contract to her former lover and becomes her servant. Only much later does she learn that the woman didn’t just bind them with a beast contract. She also bound them with a life-and-death pact that tied their fates together. [Older mermaid top, but the bottom takes charge sometimes] [The author’s skills are average. Please don’t scrutinize the logic] [Neither heroin 48.2kFavorites23.1kClicks/ch31.8kGifts

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    As of now, this story is absolutely my top pick for a perfect 1/0 pairing. The 0's obsession is just right, his fascination with the 1 is just right, the beautiful, strong, and tragic feel is just right—everything is perfectly balanced. The merman 1, who is worthy of such a 0, is arguably the epitome of gentle and beautiful 1. A little spoiled but kind and brave, she always maintains a tolerant and gentle attitude towards the 0's various emotions, carefully communicating and providing a sense of security (this is the kind of good 1 we all love). The merman's beauty is also undeniable. Besides the delicious pairing, the main plot is also truly captivating. Don't miss it! It's the kind of story that makes you unconditionally trust the author after finishing it, and you'll want to read all the pre-orders.

22. 22 归 Returning Flaws 归瑕 Yue Ben Du月本渡Baihe (GL)750k WordsCompleted Blurb: Ying Wuxia, the Holy Maiden of the Demon Cult, mistakenly trusted Qi Lan of Kunlun, leading to the Cult Leader's death. Confined to the mountain for five years, Ying Wuxia devoted herself to cultivation. The day she left, she meant to settle the score with Qi Lan. But outside the mountain, everyone said: “Qi Lan? Ha, that demon woman died five years ago.” Older top The older lead is blind for 80% of the story (not necessarily exact, but for most of it). Neither female lead is a wholl 20.2kFavorites14.6kClicks/ch58.3kGifts

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    Produced by the author Ruhai, this is a trustworthy work for cat lovers. The plot is very coherent and captivating, with clever foreshadowing. Both the protagonists and antagonists are well-developed, and the main and secondary couples' romantic storylines each have their own appeal. The only regret is that this "green software" (a term used to describe a specific type of software or app) still restricts the author's driving skills too much; otherwise, it would probably be incredibly good (and it already is).

23. 23 向 Confessing to My Childhood Friend [The 1980s] 向青梅告白后[八零] A Pile of Silver Mountains银山堆Baihe (GL)550k WordsCompleted [New novel, Please Be More Careful, Immortal Maiden, a xianxia story, now underway. Come check it out!] [Alternate-history 1980s / same-sex marriage is legal / bittersweet romance] Chi Zhu and Zheng Bailu were childhood friends and neighbors in a crowded courtyard for twenty years. Once, they were so close they held hands wherever they went. If one climbed a tree to get up to mischief, the other waited below to catch her. Somewhere along the way 9kFavorites7.4kClicks/ch15.7kGifts

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    Yinshandui can always portray a lovely, slightly spoiled woman with irresistible charm. Those who love gentle, refined, and restrained tops and spoiled bottoms are in for a treat. A top with delicate skin and expressive eyes, now working in a factory due to family misfortunes, paired with a somewhat arrogant, pampered, and obliviously affectionate factory beauty accountant. I can't even imagine if the wooden beds of the 1980s were big enough for the two of them to rock on.

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