Angsty Yuri 百合酸涩文学

1. 1 密 Close Friend 密友 Xuan Jian玄笺Baihe (GL)633k WordsCompleted [My next story will be Tonight, the Typhoon Blows In: an obsessive, forceful romance] Also known as: What Should I Do After Accidentally Sleeping with My Best Friend? Jiang Qingdai and Wen Shanyi had been best friends since high school. Their twelve-year friendship was as solid as a rock. They could talk about anything: childhood, posters, pop singers, their ideal types. They would lie in the same bed and talk until dawn, sharing every secret they kept from the rest of the world. Until one da 92.6kFavorites76.6kClicks/ch340.7kGifts

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   Jiang Qingdai (cold-faced and mature appearance, pure and straightforward personality) x Wen Shanyi (gentle beauty appearance, aloof and secretly passionate personality) A cute puppy is here! Dai has a mature and sophisticated face, but she often acts like an innocent puppy when facing 31, which is super cute and has a great contrast. 31 Was a 10-year ascetic monk, so he eventually became a ninja (nonsense). When Jiang Taigong fishes, those who hear of it will naturally take the bait. Liking someone means taking advantage of them. This work is a slice-of-life story focused on pure romance, emphasizing the depiction of everyday emotions. In fact, the simplest truths are often the most profound, and a pure romance style better showcases the author's skill in portraying emotions. I really enjoyed it! The bitter, churning pain of the knife is unavoidable, but most of the misunderstandings and verbal miscommunications designed by the author are quite reasonable. The straight women's tricks in it are very realistic, and the commentary is definitely worth reading! While watching, I kept thinking how pitiful everyone is! However, I don't quite agree with the premise that 31 is afraid of losing Dai if she confesses her love. Perhaps she is afraid that revealing her love will change their relationship, which is understandable; but can't she even say that she is gay and therefore not suitable for such intimate interactions? I have doubts about this part. (However, the emotional details between the two are described very delicately and realistically, including 31's mood swings caused by the struggle between love and friendship, and Dai's bewilderment at her friend's unpredictable mood swings.) After all, worrying that revealing their gay identity might lead to the loss of intimate interactions is rather selfish. In this movie, the two are together; otherwise, wouldn't that be taking advantage of the other person? Another scene I really disliked was when 31 slapped Dai. I reflected on why it made me so uncomfortable for a long time. Later I realized that if it wasn't because of pure hatred or a special kind of interest (Eh-E-M), but because of deep love, then any form of violence is wrong. I almost gave up on the project because of this, so I had to lower the rating. Zero tolerance for violence! However, this scene only appeared once, and the other debriefing and discussion scenes were still very good. I love the long-mouthed protagonists! But I'm still a little disappointed! How did they end up standing on the wrong side again?! I really wanted to see the naturally flirtatious one get dominated and forced to do *that*, promising never to do it again!

2. 2 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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   CP: Lin Yunsheng (gentle and obsessive older man) x Chen Jinyi (outgoing and lively younger man) This is a pseudo-incest story, and it's free. However, I'm giving it 4 stars not because it's free, but because the writing quality truly deserves 4 stars and it's worth reading. First of all, finally there's a well-handled younger male lead who's been pampered! He's grown up being spoiled and arrogant, so he might be a bit naive, but he's definitely not impulsive, reckless, or lacking in humanity. Too many authors write characters who aren't 20 years old, they're at least 10 years old, and this work really has a comfortable balance in its portrayal! The work is rich in emotion, yet very restrained, like magma flowing beneath rock layers. It possesses a high degree of subtlety, with a bittersweet quality. It employs numerous beautiful metaphors, making the reading experience beautiful and enjoyable, especially the first description of the two making love (Chapter 45, absolutely brilliant, a must-read!). But it lacked a certain explosive force, including the scene where the older sister went crazy—you could feel the fullness of emotion, yet a bitterness that was being suppressed. Perhaps some people like this style of expression, but personally, I think it's a bit of a pity. For example, a sister's little outburst of jealousy is certainly delightful and entertaining, but if the two continue to misunderstand each other afterward, it's better to have a big outburst! A clash can sometimes be a turning point! After making a wish, add more scenes of slow, long-winded communication. The two of them might resolve 30% of the conflict together first, and then resolve 70% in the next conflict. I look forward to the author's future works, and even this one is definitely at a level where it could be sold for a fee! Remember to add comments while reading; there are so many talented readers, and each teacher's humor is at a level I could never reach in a lifetime of practice (bowing).

3. 3 放 Unrestrained [Entertainment Industry] 放肆[娱乐圈] Xuan Jian玄笺Baihe (GL)2.3M WordsCompleted [Published in simplified Chinese under the new title "True Colors". The print edition is now available on various platforms!] At only 22, Tang Ruoyao wins the Best Actress award and has a bright future ahead. The next day, media outlets flood the internet with press releases hailing her as “the next Qin Yinong.” Tang Ruoyao’s fans are furious. Qin Yinong has a face that could topple kingdoms and a terrible rep 349.8kFavorites565.3kClicks/ch1.4MGifts

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   CP: Qin Yinong (a beautiful, gentle, and domineering older man) x Tang Ruoyao (a cool and aloof younger man) "Unrestrained is the best novel in the entertainment industry!" Highly recommended! The plot is complete and brimming with eroticism. After reading it, everyone will say they want to see Qin Tang continue their romance for another 100 chapters! There have been so many praises for the plot already, so I want to say something different. This work can absolutely be called a classic. For me, the moment I felt this most deeply was in the Qin Tang side story, where the author was able to write Yao Yao as 19 years old and Qin Yinong as 24 years old as she truly looked. This includes meticulously refining the expressions, tone of voice, and word choice at different ages, as well as mastering their mindset before they experienced the trials that followed. The ability to remain completely authentic and true to the character is astounding. — Rather than calling it genius, considering the author's meticulous attention to detail and the way foreshadowing is handled, I believe the author put in tremendous effort when creating the basic settings. Every word in this entire work is the author's heart and soul. Thank you for offering your most precious and beautiful sentiments. This is definitely a work worth savoring. Welcome to join me in this lifelong, unforgettable journey into the world of Qin and Tang dynasties! (Waving)

4. 4 暗 A Secret Addiction [Entertainment Industry] 暗瘾[娱乐圈] Gu Lai Yi顾徕一Baihe (GL)608k WordsCompleted (Subscribe to the full novel to unlock bonus chapters) Cool, alluring classical dance goddess × quiet, reserved artifact conservator A-list star × water-town girl 1, Nan Xiaoxue is the classical dance goddess no one in the entertainment industry dares dream of. She became a principal dancer at eighteen, and has devoted herself entirely to the stage ever since, keeping to herself. An Chang is an unremarkable artifact conservator in 139.6kFavorites148.6kClicks/ch258.7kGifts

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   CP: An Chang (a meticulous cultural relic restorer, younger) x Nan Xiaoxue (a cool and aloof top dancer, older) The early part of the story is set in a beautiful town, but the romance is rather dull. The second half returns to the city, which feels like it's connected to everyday life, allowing the celestial beings to settle down in the mortal world. I really like this kind of plot pacing. An Chang initially runs away from things she doesn't want to face, or initially thinks she can't do something, refuses, and then changes her mind at the last minute. This kind of plot is interesting once or twice, but it gets annoying after a while. So, I didn't actually finish the first time I read this work. I came back to read it later, and by the middle and later stages, after An Chang started talking more, the annoyance lessened considerably. If you're a reader who feels the same way, hang in there! The cuteness of Teacher Nan later on is definitely worth keeping you going! I've read most of the author's works. The writing is beautiful, but the main characters are always hard to connect with. The main characters often have a large difference in status and background, and there's a high probability that one or both of them are mute, constantly agonizing over their own problems until they become spiritual beings. What makes this work different is that even though both sides are not talkative, they still communicate well. Coupled with the already quite beautiful writing style, I really like it and give it five stars! I really want to see what happens next in the story of Shang Qi and Mao Yue! I'd love for another side story!

5. 5 冰 When the Glacier Begins to Warm 冰川渐暖 Qin Huaizhou秦淮洲Baihe (GL)330k WordsCompleted [A radio drama of the same name is now available on the Fanjiao app] As Lin Zhiyang's lover, she is forbidden from getting too close. After knowing the professor for a year, all she knows is the exact location of a few moles on her body. She tries to melt a glacier, only to have the woman walk right past her as if she doesn't exist on the day she carefully prepared to confess. So when Lin Zhiyang says, “Let's break up,” Yu Che's deathly pale face makes those words seem strangely sweet, as though 110.9kFavorites138.4kClicks/ch65.4kGifts

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   CP: Lin Zhiyang (sunny and artistic youth) x Yu Che (aloof professor) A work whose old name didn't do it justice (just kidding). I've read no less than a hundred of the works by this author, who is my favorite author on Jinjiang Literature City. The writing is fluent, the style is beautiful, and the character design is excellent, which is simply amazing. Several of the excellent works, such as this one, too immersed in the play, Member's Day, and Summer Uncontrolled Lies, are worth savoring repeatedly. For example, I've read this one more than 10 times, and I will come back to reread it when I'm in a reading slump. I once fell in love with someone as unyielding as ice and snow, a gentle, quiet, and earnest woman who said only I would call her cute. We broke up abruptly, to the point that she said we shouldn't contact each other. I asked if that was considered ex-partner treatment? We still feel a little sweetness, but we couldn't reach the next spring. So, I have a bit of empathy for Che Baobei; she's probably my favorite protagonist in this life. In terms of plot, there are no contrived clichés or misunderstandings. We're tired of romance novels where characters become ruthless and ruthless once they fall in love, or where companies survive even after losing billions in orders. The author's plot is full of realism and has the ability to connect the novel with the real world. It then uses the magic of coincidences and opportunities for redemption to bring happiness to the protagonists. Highly recommended, you'll regret it if you don't watch it! ^_^

6. 6 穿 Marked by the Mad, Beautiful Tycoon After Possessing a Scum Alpha 穿成渣A把疯美大佬标记了 Lucky Cards, Lucky-Lucky福卡福福Baihe (GL)607k WordsCompleted ● ●Next ABO novel: "The Commander Omega from an Erotic Novel Is Pregnant with My Baby" ●A family member's completed novel: Li Sinuo's "With You, Day and Night" - Cheng Jiqing transmigrated into the role of a scummy Alpha who was infatuated with the married heroine and forced her to get a divorce. She not only kidnapped the heroine and took her to a villa, but also used an aphrodisiac to send them both into heat and forcibly marked her. In the end, she met a miserable 94.8kFavorites141.2kClicks/ch159.8kGifts

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   CP: Cheng Jiqing (attentive and gentle Alpha) x Bai Xin (queenly seductive Omega) This is a work whose potential was definitely wasted on its title; please don't miss it. This is a powerful duo, both intelligent and capable. Given the clichéd plot of a transmigrated protagonist with a scumbag alpha and a tragic love story within a wealthy family, the smooth storyline and consistent character development earn me a maximum of 4 stars. However, the delicate writing style in depicting emotions, the rich layers of emotional progression for each character, and the well-developed character arcs make this work worthy of an extra 1 to 5 stars. Fans of emotional stories can enjoy it with confidence. After reading so many novels where characters frequently turn evil or experience dramatic shifts in fortune, this work offers a refreshing perspective. After all, most people in reality are like this—we are never good enough, nor bad enough, and thus we are constantly torn between courage and giving up. We are all just pitiful beings. I especially liked the supporting character Tu Xiuxiu. I liked her love-struck mind that was willing to sacrifice for love, and I also liked her sad discovery that she still had a sense of selflessness that she couldn't give up. Her state of mind was portrayed very well, but it's a pity that she didn't have many scenes. I'm actually very happy to see that she didn't turn evil. If she had, the quality of this work in my mind would have dropped. She made a very understandable revenge and choice, but it was a bit of a regret at the end of the main story. So I'm very grateful for the extra chapters that filled in her storyline!

7. 7 犯 Defying the Hierarchy 犯上 Xuan Jian玄笺Baihe (GL)988k WordsCompleted [Modern setting! Modern setting! Modern setting! Teacher-student couple! Reader comments are open!] With the job market in dire straits after graduating from C University, Fu Qingwei had to choose between getting a job and going back to school. Instead, she went to pray for good fortune, climbed Mount Penglai, and became a disciple of Mu Ruoshui, the most renowned master of the mystic sect. The woman had raven-black hair, wore a red robe, and was tall and graceful. With brocade boots, jade pen 91.5kFavorites73.6kClicks/ch343.7kGifts

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   CP: Mu Ruoxue (cold and aloof master) x Fu Qingwei (a kitten-like bottom) This is a mind-bending novel with fantasy and a compelling plot. You can solve mysteries as you read, trying to figure out how the encounter between the two characters can be perfectly resolved. What the author presents is the consistent high quality of attention to detail that he had in the past. He has indeed picked up every little foreshadowing. I admire and appreciate the author's talent and the painstaking efforts that go beyond talent. The personalities and ages of the two main characters change over time due to the vast difference in their ages and experiences. I must once again admire the author's control over details and character design. I wish the cunning master and the eternally innocent 100-year-old girl a long and happy life together! Buckle up, this little kitten, who thrives on water and is good at everything, will take you straight to the highway. The master-disciple relationship is full of diverse fantasies, and there's plenty of meat to eat. So, are you in a relationship or cultivating? Don't ask, the answer is always the same: your Dao heart must be steadfast!

8. 8 入 Too Deep in Character 入戏太深 Qin Huaizhou秦淮洲Baihe (GL)412k WordsCompleted At a murder-mystery game venue, Sang Xu joined a group and got a girls’ love script. Her character’s love interest was a mature, sophisticated older woman. They kept each other’s secrets, did all kinds of wicked things, and made a great team. But at the last moment, Sang Xu sold her out. Pei Sidu: “?” Sang Xu, utterly unapologetic: “Sorry, it was part of the mission.” * On Monday, a new director transferred in from headquarters. Her surname was Pei. Dressed in a sharp business suit, she looked e 78.6kFavorites87.7kClicks/ch93.7kGifts

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   CP: Sang Xu (a conflicted younger man) x Pei Sidu (a top-tier seductive older man) Two cunning and intelligent individuals engage in a battle of wits and extreme tension even in their romance. Initially, they are boss and subordinate, but later Sangxu develops her own career. The changes and adjustments in their two different relationship dynamics are very entertaining! Those who dislike argumentative and drawn-out plots might find it tiring, but the author's control over character development and plot setting is truly top-notch, completely avoiding clichés and melodrama. It's just like the things we worry about in real life, the difficulties we encounter, and the relationship troubles we hear our friends share. The only difference is that the author arranged for her protagonist to have a chance to mend things and a happy ending. Highly recommended! The author excels at creating older sister characters, and every older sister character makes my heart flutter. But Pei Jie, with her top-tier beauty and cunning charm, is still my number one favorite. She's incredibly delicious, so be careful not to stay up all night. In the end, I have to shout, Pei Jie, you're my goddess!

9. 9 救 A Scummy Alpha Supporting Character Accidentally Marks the Heroine After Transmigrating into a Book 救命，女主o怎么黑化了 Eternal Star亘星Baihe (GL)714k WordsCompleted [Coming soon: The Cannon-Fodder Beauty Everyone Covets [Quick Transmigration] and After Becoming a Trash Alpha, the Female Lead’s Omega Tea Fragrance Fills the Air. Please add them to your reading list.] Blurb: Yan Nanque transmigrates into an ABO novel with a female lead who is sweet on the surface and dark underneath. The System tells her that she is the trash alpha supporting character who forces herself on the female lead, an omega, and makes her marry her. After the wedding, she torments t 67kFavorites55.8kClicks/ch97.6kGifts

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   CP: Yan Nanque (gentle and kind Alpha) x Bai Wan (gloomy female ghost Omega) I mainly read books with strong protagonists, and this one isn't quite that. There are some flaws in the plot development, but those don't detract from its overall quality, so I'm still giving it 5 stars. One star is for the complete transmigration setting, which avoids the problem of writing whatever comes to mind and forgetting the earlier settings later, and the very balanced character development. Excellent! Another star is my personal love for yin and damp female ghosts in anime (no real-life ones please). I've read many stories of dark female protagonists, but this one by the author strikes a perfect balance between yandere, tsundere, seductive, and infatuated. It's delicious. Bai Wan, who is as cute as a cat, is super charming. The extra chapter, "Cat Battle," is a must-read! Although it's a classic trope of a scumbag Alpha transmigrating into a book and a tragic love story within a wealthy family, the author's descriptions of emotional changes are quite delicate, with a refreshing writing style that's engaging and suspenseful. Fans of romance-driven stories shouldn't miss it. I've also seen criticisms suggesting that Yan Nanque should have seized the bug and negotiated with the system. If that were written, it would ruin the character. Yan is supposed to be a gentle character, exuding the kind of downtrodden, working-class vibe that you and I share. Personally, I think that among all the domineering CEO characters, Yan is a refreshing protagonist. If you like the characters of the two main characters, the author's writing is excellent! Please enjoy! ^_^

10. 10 错 Mistakenly Marked 错误标记 An Jue安决Baihe (GL)745k WordsCompleted Xu Jialuo is an independent musician: cool and alluring without realizing it, a siren-like muse everyone longs for. Too bad she's all looks and no scent: she's a beta. Unexpectedly, one day she suddenly differentiates into an alpha. Differentiating so late has overloaded her glands. To stay alive, she needs to mark an omega, making that person her exclusive lifesaving medicine. During her fir 65.3kFavorites64.2kClicks/ch226.3kGifts

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    CP: Xu Jialuo (aloof independent musician, Alpha) x Bo Suiqing (seductive actress, Omega) The two were quite stubborn in the early stages, and their words were often ignored, leading to constant misunderstandings. This made them seem to have low emotional intelligence. Fortunately, the author rarely let them stay angry for too long, and always arranged scenes to resolve the misunderstandings. However, there is still room for improvement in how to present the progression of their communication and thinking. Overall, though, the plot was smooth and there were no obvious logical problems. But, life is full of "buts," and the author's descriptions of appearances and ambiguous relationships are just so perfect! Absolutely delicious! Highly recommended! Every ambiguous scene is so captivating and makes your heart race; it's sure to satisfy! [Doge emoji]

11. 11 夏 Summer's Unraveling Lies 夏日失控谎言 Qin Huaizhou秦淮洲Baihe (GL)523k WordsCompleted Synopsis: High summer drags on in dull monotony, and the moonlight has gone as pale as plain water. Yun Huizhi is too lazy to leave town. She takes photos, writes copy, and volunteers as a tourism ambassador. One day, she pairs a scenic photo with a crazed caption: “Amateur tour guide. Want to travel and find a short-term girlfriend? Consider me. Price negotiable (pretty women only).” Someone messages her to ask what counts as pretty. Yun Huizhi deliberately makes things difficult: “Let me see 61.1kFavorites68.8kClicks/ch96.1kGifts

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    CP: Yun Huizhi (pure and beautiful puppy-like younger man) x Chu Ruoyou (cold and arrogant older man) Their meeting in Jianjia Town was as beautiful as a poem. Zhou's writing style is an absolute guarantee of a beautiful and stable plot and character design. In this work, you can also enjoy a feast for your imagination. In the sunset, under the moonlight, in the lonely dream, and above the rainbow in the mountain stream, they are passionately close, but they are still not in love. After leaving Jianjia Town, whoever chased whom ended up in the mortal world, getting tainted with the messy, mundane aspects of life—that's real life. It was a summer, a loss of control, a lie, until we both admitted that we wanted to stay in that summer forever. How can Zhou's older sister characters be written so well, so so adorably? Everyone in the lesbian community has a thing for older women, so how can you not read this! Highly recommended. The imagery is incredibly beautiful, and the conversational scenes are remarkably relatable. Everyone has flaws, and characters are no exception. It's only natural for them to regret, hide things, or be cowardly. Under the author's arrangement, we can see how they communicate, how they grow, and how they achieve a beautiful relationship. Thank you, Zhou, for bringing us such a healing book.

12. 12 大 The Young Lady Wants to Reform Me 大小姐想让我从良 Winter Dissection冬日解剖Baihe (GL)1.3M WordsCompleted [Complete] [Ultimate tension | An unbearable love triangle | Sex before love | Forbidden romance | Domination, and it's satisfying] * When Pei Wanyi first met Jiang Yanlin, she was the woman her friend secretly loved. When she met Jiang Yanlin again, she was the woman her friend was pursuing. The third time she saw Jiang Yanlin, Pei Wanyi thought: I can live without friends. Later, Pei Wanyi realized she stood to lose far more than one friend. #HowManySistersDoYouHave #FormerMistressesAreTheHa 55.4kFavorites51.2kClicks/ch238kGifts

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    CP: Pei Wanyi (a seemingly respectable but actually manipulative young lady) x Jiang Yanlin (a highly intelligent and EQ female playboy) I absolutely love this work. Five stars is the upper limit for Jinjiang Literature City, not the upper limit for this book. Currently, I haven't seen any other works of the same caliber in the BG, BL, and GL genres on Jinjiang Literature City. This is the only one I would recommend. Dr. JP, my god. The two characters' significant flaws are also a source of their charm; the entire story is a tug-of-war between two equally compelling individuals, brimming with sensual allure. They both have multiple exes and ambiguous relationships—but who isn't like that in real life? Many also have complicated and unresolved love affairs. Hopefully, there will be more works like this that resonate with real life. This book focuses on exploring humanity, emotions, and values, and is highly recommended. Finally, I must confess my love for Xiao Jiang. Who wouldn't want a Xiao Jiang as their owner?

13. 13 成 Becoming the Comfort Alpha for the Aloof Movie Queen 成为清冷影后的抚慰A Chosen from a Thousand青钱万选Baihe (GL)491k WordsCompleted [Pirated copies are incomplete and missing passages. The only unabridged version is the official one. I am not responsible for incoherent wording in pirated copies.] ● Passionate, devoted puppy-like Alpha × refined, cool on the outside but warm within award-winning actress Omega ● Rising young actress × top-tier award-winning actress ● Liang Ruojing (23) × Ming Tanqing (27) Liang Ruojin 46.4kFavorites42kClicks/ch80.8kGifts

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    CP: Liang Ruojing (straightforward older sister) x Ming Tanqing (gentle and seductive younger sister) Both main characters are well-developed, the pheromone therapy theme is delightful, and the slice-of-life scenes are beautifully written. However, the plot progression gets a little chaotic at times, and the arguments and reconciliations in the middle are a bit rushed. Overall, though, the flaws don't outweigh the merits. It's a great read! [Doge emoji] The problem is that Liang Ruojing became a bit stubborn later on, resolutely refusing to believe that Ming Tanqing's various behaviors were out of affection. Although it might be due to their previous interactions that Liang Ruojing thought this way, it still exceeded the range of a person with normal emotional intelligence for me. This is just my personal opinion, so I deducted one star. I enjoyed the author's touches of humor, such as Liang Ruojing's pheromones being peppermint liqueur, which attracts cats; and Ming Tanqing's pheromones being lilies, which are poisonous to cats, causing them to run away. Several small scenes played with this concept, making it feel very relatable and enjoyable to read.

14. 14 好 The Good and Bad Spring 好的坏的春天 Gu Lai Yi顾徕一Baihe (GL)566k WordsCompleted Pre-release novel Warm Tide: blurb at the very end A disillusioned, taciturn younger bomb disposal specialist x a cool on the outside, flirtatious doctor who knows how to lure people in 1, Xin Qiao first met Zhou Kunyu at a private club. She entered the restroom in bomb disposal gear and saw a woman curled up in the corner, a bomb strapped around her waist. The woman's luminous eyes were strangely calm. A line of poetry from a middle school lesson popped into Xin Qiao's mind: "The deer call ou 45kFavorites51.7kClicks/ch54.4kGifts

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    CP: Xin Qiao (a bomb disposal expert who explodes at the slightest provocation) x Zhou Kunyu (a doctor who is very good at flirting) The doctor flirts all year round, which is quite delightful, while Xin Qiao often gets angry because of her inner struggles. Having read most of this author's works, I've noticed their consistently excellent writing style. However, in terms of plot, the protagonists invariably have a significant disparity in social status, and one or both are likely to remain silent, repeatedly agonizing over the same issues until a major incident occurs, such as one of them nearly dying. Only then do the truth or honesty emerge, like toothpaste being squeezed out. Clam-mouth is my least favorite type of protagonist. Protagonists can have flaws, but the beauty of a novel is that the author creates coincidences and opportunities for them. Otherwise, if they can't learn to communicate and grow, what's the difference between them and a failed relationship in real life (crying). Dark Addiction and this are the only two works that are relatively balanced. This series can be considered to have a long storyline, but when the plot gets to the later stages and Xin Qiao starts to get hung up on the so-called difference in status, it becomes a bit tiring to watch. Fortunately, the doctor is still very delicious, and he alone can carry the show to 4 stars!

15. 15 靠 Close to the Heart 靠近心脏 Han Qijiu韩七酒Baihe (GL)550k WordsCompleted Love at First Sight | Push and Pull to the Limit | Rekindled Romance | Familiar Faces, Repeat Offenders [Composed Older Top] X [Rebellious, Strong-Willed “Good Girl”] Blurb: Tang Zhen did two big things: [Fell in love with Chi Yuqin] [Dumped Chi Yuqin] 1. On her first day in Renhua's cardiothoracic surgery department, Chi Yuqin set her sights on Tang Zhen. She called on her during rounds, called on her in meetings, and even called on her to summarize difficult cases. Tang Zhen was so hounded t 39.3kFavorites36kClicks/ch36.1kGifts

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    CP: Chi Yuqin (a sharp-tongued older man who likes to hook up) x Tang Zhen (a well-behaved but thoughtful younger man) It's rare to see such a well-developed, assertive, and charming character who skillfully strikes a balance between aggressiveness and passive charm. The character design is appealing. Doctor Tang is well-behaved and serious, but still has his own opinions. This is one of the best works I've seen recently in terms of character design. Later on, the use of the symbol "..." Became so excessive that it started to affect the reading experience. However, the male lead's character design was so good, and the content was so delicious, that my rating still went straight to 5 stars. The flaws don't detract from the overall quality. It's a very enjoyable slice-of-life hospital story about two people who are ambitious in both their work and relationships. It's especially beautiful, and you'll regret not watching it! [Doge]

16. 16 我 I Have Guests 我有嘉宾 Qin Huaizhou秦淮洲Baihe (GL)491k WordsCompleted 24.3kFavorites20.6kClicks/ch81.3kGifts

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    CP: Gan Xun (a kind-hearted mixed-race seme) x Zhao Chiyun (a beautiful and radiant princess) What an adorable story about time travel! I love every princess/princess trope, and the cute princess who earnestly says she has no intention of rebelling against the Qi Prince's Mansion. It has Zhou's usual humor and his consistently beautiful writing style. Because I dislike characters with indecisive, clam-like mouths, I don't particularly like the dominant character type. This multi-talented, decisive, and bright little princess carries four stars on her own. I really don't know which direction to worship. I wish such a beautiful princess could fall into my bed! Please! It's a refreshing and delightful work that shows how ancient people are impacted by modern values ​​that disregard social hierarchy and are barely clothed, and how a princess who is "somewhat" skilled in chess, music, calligraphy, and painting manages to make a living in modern times!

17. 17 会 Membership Day 会员日 Qin Huaizhou秦淮洲Baihe (GL)388k WordsCompleted 21.7kFavorites21.2kClicks/ch43kGifts

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    CP: Zhan Qiu (an extremely confident young lady) x Shen Qingci (a cold and sarcastic older man) At first, you might want to roll your eyes when you see Zhan Fengye bragging about himself, but once you get used to his way of thinking, you can't help but fall into his charm. You really have to live like Zhan Fengye at least once in your life! Upon rereading, one discovers that Zhan Fengye's confidence isn't entirely illogical. The author, Zhouzhou, is exceptionally skilled at adding details to reveal unspoken thoughts from the other person's perspective, which we haven't witnessed. It's possible that someone who seems flawless suddenly reveals a crack, someone who's used to refusing says something ambiguous, or someone who doesn't usually ask many questions suddenly asks something extra. Maple Leaf accurately picked up on these possibilities and thought that it wouldn't hurt for her to take the initiative and speak up. The arrogant have already bowed their heads, so when will the indifferent show mercy? But the beauty and pain of ambiguity both stem from the lack of clarity. The part where they confirm their feelings really brought me to tears. Although many reviews say they didn't like the second half that much, I think the back-and-forth between the two after their reunion was quite delightful! Calling this a sweet romance would be a bit of a stretch [laughing emoji], but the overall atmosphere is incredibly fresh and delightful. I especially love the aloof yet sharp-tongued Qing Ci; I've almost never read a story that maintains such a cool demeanor while still engaging in witty banter. I once again admire the author's skill in character development. Definitely worth reading! ^_^

18. 18 薄 Mint Wine 薄荷酒 McDonald's Potato Meow麦当劳薯喵Baihe (GL)411k WordsCompleted [I may come back now and then to fix typos. Please leave a five-star review if you enjoyed the ending ^_^ Weibo: @M McDonald's Potato Meow] Pirated copies are incomplete and full of awkward, illogical sentences. Jinjiang charges 0.03 yuan per thousand characters, and a full subscription to the main story costs only 8 yuan~ Xie Jiu had a secret she could hardly bring herself to admit. Almost every night, 12.2kFavorites9.8kClicks/ch8.4kGifts

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    CP: Xie Jiu (rational older top) x Zhou Shuyi (sweet younger bottom) The author's writing style is fresh and elegant, and the character development is well-handled. The two main characters in the book maintain their established personalities throughout, and the female lead is sweet and adorable! I really appreciate the author's ability to write about this kind of mature romance. After the two hit it off, they naturally develop a relationship after a few tentative steps. It doesn't feel like a childish romance where one person is clueless and the other is too afraid. The lesbian community is full of actresses and CEOs, to the point where you might even forget what happened if you kicked a dog on the street. It's quite rare to find a writer with this style. I'm deducting one star because the plot is a bit melodramatic. We live in a society governed by law now, not the era where a domineering CEO can just shoot someone if he doesn't like them. Everyone has a responsibility to abide by the law.

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