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1. 1 剑 Sword Embracing the Moon 剑拥明月 Gardenia山栀子Romance376k WordsCompleted [Complete] - An innocent, world-weary little princess x a bold, carefree young assassin - Shang Rong was born the legitimate daughter of Prince Rong’s household. At her birth, strange celestial signs appeared, and when she was one, she was brought to the imperial palace and made Princess Mingyue. In the thirty-first year of the Chunsheng era, the emperor traveled south and was ambushed by rebels. Princess Mingyue, who had accompanied him, was separated from the imperial party and ended up in Na 269.9kFavorites259.3kClicks/ch107.4kGifts

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   Princess x assassin, strong contrast, the male lead is very doting on the female lead! And it's super pure love!!! (Screams and faints)

2. 2 回 Return of the Monsoon 回南天 Shuwei殊娓Romance276k WordsCompleted [From Partners to Lovers] [Completed. My next novel is "A Rainy Day"] Shi Zhi is a woman from northern China and has never been to the Guangdong region. But Fu Xiling once told her that the south has a kind of weather called “Return to the South,” when dampness seeps into every inch of the air. They were talking about this late at night when Fu Xiling asked Shi Zhi if she wanted to date him. Shi Zhi turned him down: I still have feelings for my ex-boyfriend. - My next novel is "A Rainy Day" 123.7kFavorites163.5kClicks/ch41kGifts

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   P. S.: When I find a book I like, I like to read through all the columns. Some of these books I read a long time ago, and I can't remember the specific plots. This author's works are very detailed in their research on the different professions of the characters (at least they seem professional in the novels). The romances are also relatively smooth, with little ups and downs, making them perfect for readers who want to learn about a new profession but also want some sweet moments! It's really great!!

3. 3 春 Springtime Swamp 春日沼泽 Shuwei殊娓Romance212k WordsCompleted [Complete] [Next story: Returning South] Wen Boling walked Tang Yao to the dormitory building. Then he suddenly turned his head and asked whether she had a boyfriend. A spring rain had fallen the night before, leaving the road muddy. Tang Yao wasn't watching her step and planted her foot in a patch of soft mud. He seemed to have asked the question casually, but she felt as if she had stepped into a swamp, one that was impossible to escape and would pull her under. [Happy ending] A short stor 71.1kFavorites91.4kClicks/ch22.5kGifts

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   Same as above!

4. 4 一 A Rainy Day 一个雨天 Shuwei殊娓Romance247k WordsCompleted [My next story will be Butterfly.] Three in the morning. Xu Muzi wheeled her suitcase into the guesthouse. Someone was still awake, sitting by the window and watching the rain. He had a handsome profile. When she got a clear look at him, Xu Muzi took a deep breath. Of all people she could’ve run into, it had to be Deng Yun. One in the afternoon. Xu Muzi chatted and laughed with a newly arrived guy. He asked if she knew Deng Yun. She answered, “Not well, but he’s a good kisser.” Ten at night. 70.1kFavorites91.3kClicks/ch21kGifts

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   Same as above!

5. 5 十 Fifteen Dusks 十五个黄昏 Shuwei殊娓Romance273k WordsCompleted [Complete.] [Next book: Neon Blue.] This port city is best known for its cruises. The trip lasts fifteen days, with food and lodging provided on board, and the second passenger gets half off. Ruan Xi took the brochure to Cheng Daichuan. "Come with me, and we'll split the cost." Cheng Daichuan flipped to the last page of the brochure. The fine print marked with an asterisk read: The half-price offer is only available to guests sharing a double room... - - Theme: Work hard and stay positive. 51.5kFavorites49.9kClicks/ch25.3kGifts

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   This story is about a childhood friend who, after a long separation, reunites with his friend and they book a 15-day cruise together. The 15 sunsets represent the 15 days they spend together after their reunion. All of the dozens of chapters take place on the ship, so there are no major plot twists. It's still a slow-burn story with a strong sense of atmosphere, a gentle healing and a touch of sweetness!

6. 6 至 Never Going Beyond This Point (Not Yu) 至此不逾（不是渝） Fa La Li法拉栗Romance117k WordsCompleted Around October to November 2026, I’ll probably write a new extra story. If this trip doesn’t appear in the main story, it’ll be about Zhong Yi seeing Tan Nuo again at her wedding or engagement party with Sun Tingyu. See you then. My new novel, Holiday Romance, is complete. It features a naturally mischievous, tsundere, sharp-tongued guy named Mark. Feel free to add it to your favorites. The entire novel is free. The last character in the title is Yu, not Yu. Blurb 1: Zhong Yi tur 48.6kFavorites98.8kClicks/ch10kGifts

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   A morally incorrect text, very good!

7. 7 霓 Neon Blue 霓虹蓝 Shuwei殊娓Romance275k WordsCompleted [The End.] [The next story is Summer Heartbeat.] Paraiba tourmaline comes in a shade called neon blue. It's dazzlingly bright, just like the impression Jing Sicun gives people. Ke Ni doesn't like people or things that draw too much attention, yet she can't help keeping tabs on Jing Sicun. - Ke Ni asks her friend whether she'd want to be alone in a room with someone she can't stand, and have physical contact with them. Her friend gives Ke Ni a strange look and says, "No." Thinking that way m 48.2kFavorites52.1kClicks/ch63.9kGifts

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   Please choose your own path among all options [cat paw] The End 2025.10.18 Both the male and female leads in this book are competitive athletes with sharp minds, but the male lead is the female lead's psychological shadow because he's too amazing; her parents are always comparing them. This book left a deep impression on me; the female lead goes from hating the male lead to letting go, and finally truly builds self-confidence and begins to appreciate herself—the growth process is fantastic! (I forgot to mention earlier, this author also does a great job with ensemble pieces! The young people bickering and playing around is so youthful 😭)

8. 8 蝶 Butterfly 蝶 Shuwei殊娓Romance256k WordsCompleted [Complete.] [Next up: Fifteen Dusks.] Before they began working together, someone warned Jian Xin: Lin Yutong had spent years raising butterflies in the mountains. He was solitary, cold, and didn't like to talk. For the first half month they worked together, they didn't say a word to each other. One night, half a month later, Jian Xin stayed up in the greenhouse waiting for the chrysalises to emerge. She accidentally fell asleep, and when she woke up, she found a man's jacket draped over her. 27.7kFavorites28.8kClicks/ch14.5kGifts

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   The male protagonist in this book is a butterfly scholar, and the text contains a lot of obscure technical terms. However, I personally love butterflies, so I persevered and finished it! As mentioned before, the author put a lot of effort into developing each character, so readers might feel a bit like "laymen." This was most noticeable in this book; the others were all very well written. 🎉

9. 9 和 After Moving in with My Cool and Distant Rival 和清冷情敌同居后 Low Green Branch低绿枝Baihe (GL)267k WordsCompleted 27.1kFavorites26.2kClicks/ch21.2kGifts

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   As the title suggests, the main plot of the story is quite convoluted in the middle, but isn't that what makes a romance story so bittersweet? It's really good!!

10. 10 狐21+ A Fox's Heart 狐狸心 Sad French Fries悲伤薯条Romance155k WordsCompleted 308Favorites272Clicks/ch83Gifts

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    This is a 1vN story, with phases of 1v1. I feel every male supporting character is well-developed and has their own unique traits! And the chapter titles accurately summarize the personalities of the male supporting characters! It's a pity we didn't get to see more male guests 😭

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