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- 101 Proud Snow in the Martial World: The Profound Heaven Glazed Sword 傲雪江湖之玄天琉璃剑 [Original Story + Strong Heroine + Childhood Friends + Two Strong Leads + Wuxia] One is the flamboyant and beautiful leader of the Divine Wind Cult, dressed in red, a master strategist and peerless martial artist, hailed as the Sword Immortal of her age! The other is the first young master, dressed in flowing white, a miraculous healer, gentle as jade, and brilliant and resourceful: the lord of Jingyue City! With the jianghu shrouded in intrigue and undercurrents surging, watch as the two of the 614Reads—Score10014d adds
- 102 The Little Girl Is Fierce and Sweet, and She's Driving the Crown Prince Crazy 小姑娘又凶又娇，撩疯太子爷 [One-on-one romance + devoted couple + secret identity + sweet romance] In her previous life, Gu Xingluo was a treacherous minister feared by everyone. She played a man so convincingly that no one discovered she was a woman, even when she died. After her death, she was reborn as the fifth young lady of the Yong'an Marquis's household, raised in the countryside. Rumor had it she was crude, illiterate, and ignorant of etiquette. She was sure to remain unmarried for life. The people of the capital 2kReads8.6Score22414d adds
- 103 The Iron Swallow and Brocade Sash 武侠小说铁燕锦绫 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Iron Swallow, Brocade and Silk: This novel tells the love-and-heroics story of its four main characters: Tie Shouhua, Li Yanhong, Ye Yanjin, and Ji Ling. It is called a tale of “love and heroics” because the author writes love with tender, delicate sorrow and heartrending intensity, quite unlike the styles of Jin Yong, Gu Long, and Liang Yusheng. In a word, it’s heartbreaking. But the novel isn’t only heartbreaking; it also has its heroic side. For instance, Tie Shour 8Reads—Score—14d adds
- 104 The Lone Sword 独行剑 The Lone Sword, a wuxia novel by Sima Ling: By now, the sky had grown bright, and the eastern horizon was already pale with dawn. Zhu Yitao turned around and saw that Lou Dongyuan, the Ghostly Shadow, had vanished at some point. Only the Monk with the Ringed Blade still stood there in silence. Zhu Yitao sighed. “The Ghostly Shadow truly lives up to his name. He comes and goes like a dragon, seen only in glimpses. He went down the mountain this time, intending to make a comeback, but instead end 8Reads—Score—14d adds
- 105 Under the Emperor’s Favor 权宠之下 [Palace Intrigue and Power Struggles + Nurturing Romance + Devotion + One-on-One Romance + Both Pure + Neither Lead Is a Good Person] As the ninth prince of the dynasty, Xiao Jueling is neither the eldest nor the legitimate heir. He has no powerful maternal family to back him and no favor from the emperor. From birth, the throne has been so far out of reach that he might as well not bother dreaming of it. And yet, despite his humble position, he defeats one rival after another: the fifth prince, 118Reads8.3Score—14d adds
- 106 When Dusk Falls, the Morning Stars Shine 晚来晓星辰 They say a life-saving favor should be repaid a hundredfold. Yun Wan only asked someone to escort her somewhere. That’s not too much to ask, right? With a small bundle, she slips out of the house to collect on the favor and roam the martial world. What a carefree life! But she never imagined that the gentle, handsome man she once saved would turn out to be a fearsome assassin. It looks like she might lose her life before she can even ask him to repay the favor. Through a series of misunderstandi 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 107 Chronicles of the Heroes of Jiuzhou 九州侠客录 Alone, he travels a hundred thousand miles; with a slash of his blade, he shakes the Nine Provinces. Ten years ago, two prodigies who made a name for themselves at a martial arts tournament drew the hostility of the Carefree Sect, one of the Four Great Sects. Before the tournament had even ended, a band of black-armored death soldiers ambushed them. Despite their grave injuries, the two worked in perfect sync and narrowly escaped death. But the Carefree Sect's retaliation that followed changed t —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 108 The Iron Swallow: A Sequel to the Wuxia Novel Brocade Silk 武侠小说铁燕锦绫续集 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Sequel to Iron Swallow and Brocade Silk: This novel tells the story of love and chivalry among its four protagonists: Tie Shouhua, Li Yanhong, Ye Yanjin, and Ji Ling. It is called a “romantic wuxia tale” because the author's portrayal of love is tender and intricate, heartrending and bittersweet, quite unlike the styles of Jin, Gu, and Liang. In a word, it's tragic. But the novel offers more than tragedy; it also has its chivalrous side. Tie Shourong earns the name “W 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 109 Chivalrous Spirit in a Martial Arts Novel 武侠小说侠肝义胆 Synopsis of Dugu Hong’s martial arts novel, Gallant Heart: Li Yulin steeled himself, took off his clothes, and handed them over. The figure put on Li Yulin’s clothes and said, “Master Li, watch for your chance and seize it!” Then he turned and left. Li Yulin said in a trembling voice, “Sir, for as long as Li Yulin lives...” A thunderous shout rang out outside. A figure burst from the Wanfu Pavilion, swept through the air, and plunged toward the foot of the mountain. Hashan cried out, “Li Yulin, 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 110 Watering Horses by the Yellow River 饮马黄河 About Drinking Horses at the Yellow River, a classic wuxia novel by Sima Ling: Drinking Horses at the Yellow River is a brilliant work from the later period of Sima Ling’s career. It intertwines characters’ martial arts prowess with their moral cultivation, drawing on Mencius’s words, “A noble spirit, vast and unyielding,” to create a fresh theory of the spirit of wuxia. In doing so, it frees traditional martial arts from the fleeting spectacle of flashy, hollow moves and elevates them to the e —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 111 Beauty Above the Brows 眉上倾 [No transmigration, no rebirth, no golden finger, pure historical romance] [Alternate setting + plenty of authorial liberties, don’t read too much into it] [Light ensemble cast: The supporting characters have their own stories, and some may leave the stage as the plot requires] [Content warning: The heroine is a lovestruck fool at first and can’t fight, relying entirely on the hero and her brother for protection. Later she becomes an unhinged, bloodthirsty killer. She’s no saint, but she’s not a —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 112 Flowers Bloom in the North 花开北落 Tired of stories where love comes after marriage? Why not experience one where love comes first? From a chance encounter to falling in love, old grudges sweep them up in an instant, leaving them at a loss over what to choose. They are still young, yet his hair turns white overnight. Beneath the lonely moon, by a solitary lamp, how desolate… 8Reads—Score114d adds
- 113 Possessive Seduction: The Mad Prince Bows to the Disowned Girl 偏执撩惹，疯批王爷甘为弃女折腰 [Completed, both pure, scheming heroine, madman hero, equally matched, secret identities, political intrigue] After transmigrating, Chu Qieran, still an infant in her swaddling clothes, witnessed her birth mother's brutal death and her maternal family’s destruction. Cast aside as a pawn, she was confined at the border by her scummy father for seventeen years. Everyone regarded her as lowly, filthy, and despicable. But no one knew that during those seventeen years, she had lain low, hidden hersel 179Reads8.9Score—14d adds
- 114 Book Transmigration: The Cannon-Fodder Girl Is Forced to Become the Great Villain 穿书：炮灰女被迫成为大反派 [A seemingly righteous heroine who's secretly ruthless vs. a villainous cult leader who falls for the woman using him] Yu Liang transmigrates into a book. She's not a wicked supporting actress, let alone a noblewoman from a marquis's household. She's just a minor cannon-fodder character who, at best, might survive for two episodes. And the biggest task for a throwaway character like her isn't to survive, but to become the story's mastermind villain. That's right: not winning over the villain, bu 416Reads8.7Score10514d adds
- 115 When He Learned I’d Run Away, the Mad Prince Regent Turned Dark 得知我逃跑后，疯批摄政王黑化了 [Cool and aloof sect leader Nan Ruoxi vs. scheming, dark regent Qi Ze] [One-on-one romance + two strong leads + light fantasy + mild coercion + happy ending + no misunderstandings] At their first meeting, they clashed and each wanted the other dead. At their second meeting, she kept disguising herself to conceal her identity, while he gradually became attracted to her as he noticed the clues. Day after day, Nan Ruoxi found herself sinking deeper into their relationship, but she had responsibilit 380Reads—Score—14d adds
- 116 The Beloved Third Miss of the Legendary Xuri Manor 团宠：传说中的旭日山庄三小姐 [A willful, spoiled younger sister, innocent in matters of love x a scheming, patient, domineering, and devoted older brother] It’s said that the third young lady of Sunrise Manor is fair-skinned, beautiful, and breathtaking. Only the poor souls who have actually met her know what an incredible little menace she is. Murong Xiao, as cute as a little pink dumpling, only wants to be like the heroines in martial arts stories: drink the strongest liquor, wield the sharpest blades, and challenge the m 11Reads—Score—14d adds
- 117 Phoenix Song in a Chaotic World 乱世凰歌 The allied armies of nine kingdoms slaughtered an entire city. A sea of flames blotted out the sky, and a hundred-year-old city of mechanisms vanished in an instant. When she opened her eyes again, she was the timid third daughter of the legitimate line of the Yu family. With one move, she punished her scheming elder sister and wicked concubine stepmother; with another, she set the powerful nobles at court against one another. She amassed wealth with ingenious devices and wielded power with cunn 44Reads8.9Score—14d adds
- 118 Love at First Sword 一剑钟情 A female-led wuxia epic that has captivated countless famous romance authors! Online views have surpassed ten million! A long sword sings a song of parting, one astonishing scheme nested within another, and storm clouds gather over the martial world. Fate begins in Xiulu. When the Blood Saber Order is issued, all under heaven are shaken. A tale of devotion and love, brought to life by a new-generation wuxia writer who spent years honing a single sword to write this peerless legend. 179Reads9.2Score2414d adds
- 119 Transmigrated: The Assassin Crown Princess Turns Out to Be My Aunt 穿越之杀手太子妃竟是小姑妈 Transmigration + devoted couple + sweet romance + completed A top assassin transmigrates, but unlike everyone else, she arrives in her own body instead of taking over someone else's. Other people transmigrate and meet sweet, adorable young men. She lands right on top of a fearsome, icy prince. Scheming servant: “Let me teach you some manners.” Leng Xinmo: “Kill her.” Ruffian rich kid: “Beautiful girl, come with me, nice and easy.” Leng Xinmo: “Kill him.” Spoiled, imperious princess: “Bitch! How 132Reads—Score—14d adds
- 120 A Jianghu Ballad 江湖小调 A naturally gifted, laid-back girl and a diligent, mature boy. Watch them make bold strides in their respective fields, and ultimately join forces to rule the martial world. Ride through the martial world, singing freely, with none of the misunderstandings and heart-wrenching romance between a hero and heroine, only decisive, swift action that cuts straight through every problem. This story depicts different lives and different kinds of affection. If you’re tired of the lovesick yearning and res 35Reads—Score—14d adds
- 121 A Sword Chills the Stars 一剑星斗寒 A good-for-nothing unable to cultivate inner energy gains the ability to practice martial arts after unexpectedly obtaining a sword manual. He Xingchuan has begun his path of cultivation, but he refuses to be controlled by fate or used as a pawn. Watch as he breaks out of the trap and strikes back, clears away the clouds, and searches for the truth hidden behind layers of confusion. 6Reads—Score—14d adds
- 122 Twelve Bars of the Eastern Wind 东风十二阑 A scion of a prestigious family × a fiendish maiden of the Demon Cult A legendary sword reappears in the martial world Factions from every side step forward to compete Will it be love and hate, with vengeance pursued and grudges repaid? Or will lingering shadows follow as hearts pledge themselves to one another? —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 123 The Martial World Survival System Is Loading 武林生存系统正在加载中 [Female-oriented wuxia + romance pairing + System transmigration + master-disciple romance + both leads are virgins] A nightmare start? Bai Wuya holds his sword to her throat: “Test the medicine, or die!” A narrow escape? The ascetic hermit Mo Chen kidnaps her to the top of Absolute Peak. The aloof beauty’s carefully crafted persona falls apart? Eyes red and breath burning, he says, “Xia, I don’t want to be just your master anymore!” A sweet puppy turns into a wild wolf? Qin Lang chases her wi —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 124 A Lone Rider's Courage 孤勇单骑 Synopsis of Gu Long's traditional martial arts novel The Lone Rider: It was dusk. Miss Ai, Jin Wugu, and the others had finished searching the entire route and reached this end of the island. After signaling one another, they began gathering in the center of the island, where Li Yanfei was. The first to arrive there were Miss Ai and Jin Wugu. One reason was that they were closer to the center, but another was that they had not seen their beloved for days and could hardly wait another moment to s 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 125 Worn Down by Love 为爱憔悴 Synopsis of the novel Worn Thin by Love The novel's male lead, Guan Zhaoyang, comes from a wealthy family. His father is a Confucian general, so Guan Zhaoyang has always valued scholarship over martial arts. Then Guan Zhaoyang loses face in front of his romantic rival, Chu Shaohua, and feels too ashamed to pursue the woman he loves, Jiang Xuemei. So he leaves home, hoping to find a martial arts master who can teach him. This is a martial arts novel. It is a tale of striving for love, full of twi —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 126 The Kunlun Hero: A Classic Wuxia Novel 经典武侠小说昆仑枭雄 Introduction to the classic wuxia novel The Hero of Kunlun: Cui Pingzhi could no longer keep calm. His whole body seemed to tremble as he spoke, and his eyes were sharp and terrifying, like those of a hawk or falcon. Yet he knew how formidable his enemies were, especially the masked woman before him, whose clear, graceful bearing was like a jade grove. She was one of the very best, and he could not afford to let his guard down. The so-called First Floor, Second Halls, Three Altars, Four Gates, a 22Reads—Score414d adds
- 127 The Young Lord Uncovers Her 100 Secret Identities with His Nose 世子爷靠鼻子拆了她100个马甲 [Overpowered Transmigrated Female Boss & Gentle, Scheming, Delicate Heir] [Strong Female Lead Transmigration + Household and Jianghu Struggles + Secret Identities + Ensemble Cast] [One-on-One, Both Chaste in This Life; the Female Lead Was a Player in Her Past Life and Didn't Understand Love] A top modern bodyguard transmigrates into the body of a mute young lady abandoned by the Su family. She puts her old skills to use in household battles and revenge. She had planned to sweep through the jiang 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 128 Life Is but a Dream, So Let the Young Roam 浮生若梦，且随少年游 [No System + xianxia + ensemble cast of young heroes + dark humor] The hall master of the Worldly Affairs Hall has been feeling rather frustrated lately. Ever since she was chosen as the Guardian of the Realm, she has treated the martial world like her own child, carefully nurturing it for over three hundred years. On the surface, the martial world seems peaceful, but in reality, each generation is worse than the last. This child really can’t handle being spoiled. It’s infuriating! Mu Yu pondere 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 129 The Hundred Immortals of Luoyang 洛阳百仙行 Wu Zetian sets a trap with the “Gathering of a Hundred Immortals.” A bronze token means a chance to live, but it is also a death warrant! “Take the tokens by any means necessary. In fifteen days, the road to Luoyang will run red with blood!” At Di Huaiying’s command, the highway from Chang’an to Luoyang instantly becomes a deadly hunting ground. There is a mountain demon with a corpse-swallowing sorcery, a poisonous monk who hides a blade behind his smile, and a surviving heir of the previous dy 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 130 After Tearing Up Her Canary Script, She Went on a Rampage 撕碎金丝雀剧本后她杀疯了 [A career-driven heroine who thrives in both the light and dark + no romance + martial world + mystery-solving + court intrigue + no System + male rivals] A 21st-century sanda champion transmigrates into the role of a martial arts alliance leader’s kept woman. She dumps him and sets out to found her own sect. She wants power, fame, and to make the whole world bow before her. Three years later, everyone knows Yun Shangyue, the master of Buyun Tower, as a remarkable woman: brilliant and resourcef 10Reads—Score—14d adds
- 131 The Beloved Princess: She's Clearly Powerful, Yet Always Pretends to Be Delicate 团宠公主：明明很强却总爱装娇弱 [Strong female lead + feel-good fiction + sweet romance] Xuanyuan Yunni is the legitimate princess of Taining. She appears graceful, harmless, and deeply devoted, but in truth she is decisive and ruthless, especially when it comes to manipulating people. She has a score to settle, but on the path to revenge, she ends up teasing a cool and aloof prince consort who indulges her in every way. From then on, she grows stronger and pursues her revenge, all while showering him with sweet affection. She 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 132 The Little Doctor's Rise in the Apocalypse 末世之小医妃逆袭记 I'm Zhan Wanqing, once a young village doctor. This post-apocalyptic martial arts world is a real mess, with all the factions fighting endlessly. But I may seem a little airheaded, yet I'm not someone you can push around. I have unique medical skills: I can cure strange poisons and illnesses, and even create martial arts techniques. After meeting the chatterbox Ji Yuran, we start growing from a pair of layabouts. I'll use my medical skills and wisdom to find my footing in this treacherous martia —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 133 Quick Transmigration: A Female Martial Artist's Dream-Fulfillment Journey 快穿女武侠圆梦记 Su Jiu'an was an orphan in the modern world. After dying while saving someone, she became bound to a System! She travels through different worlds, growing stronger step by step, and gradually begins fulfilling the wishes of unfortunate people fate has brought her way! 401Reads6.3Score—14d adds
- 134 Marrying the Right One 嫁良缘 Can Yang Shu, who is determined to live an ordinary life, keep doing so when a young escort pursues her, her childhood friend makes his feelings known, and someone who resembles her first love draws near? She is a young widow who has just arrived in Yangzhou with her young child. He is a young escort from a poor family who has a younger brother to support. Could two people who might have lived an ordinary life together truly be meant for each other? Neither the male nor female lead is a good per 17Reads—Score—14d adds
- 135 Wuxia: The Notorious Bandit 武侠，江洋大盗 After ten years of hard study, Zhang Qingfeng finally passed the imperial exams as the top scholar and set off to take up his post. A master of martial arts, the second-best swordsman in the world, Feihu. A peerless light-footed martial artist with few rivals in the martial world, Yunzhong. A thousand faces in one, with disguise skills bordering on the divine, A Zhu. We’ll put an end to all of this! —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 136 The Dragon’s Tune: A Wuxia Novel 武侠小说龙吟调 Synopsis of the wuxia novel Dragon's Song: Recently, a highly skilled female thief has been causing trouble throughout Suzhou and Jiangning, and the authorities are helpless. They ask local hero Guo Feiying for help. Meanwhile, a new courtesan named Bai Zhifen appears at the local brothel, Baohua Troupe. She refuses to entertain clients, and is beautiful, well-read, and refined. Guo Feiying visits because he has heard of her and falls in love with her. He also lets slip that he is helping the au —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 137 The Central Plains Warlord 中原枭雄 Synopsis of Gu Long's wuxia novel The Hero of the Central Plains: After Qingyun Ke explained the principles of becoming an alliance leader and a tyrant, Qiu Lei underwent a major change of heart. He learned that you must speak to people in terms they understand, and that he had to do whatever it took to make friends who could help him become famous. Though the Jiuhua Taoist had few friends and many enemies in the martial world, and a thoroughly tarnished reputation, his skill had reached perfect 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 138 The Lotus Heart's Funeral Record 莲心花葬录 He hopes to break free of this world and find his closest family. He hopes to break free of this cycle and reclaim the one he loves. How can he mend the leak in the heavens, take the lotus as his heart, and face the apocalypse? When one day all the flowers are buried for him, will he be able to find what he seeks and win back what he has lost? 77Reads6.3Score—14d adds
- 139 Love's Torments in a Past Life: My Name Is Premature Death 前世虐恋：吾名早夭 [Historical Romance + Strong Female Lead + Political Intrigue + Feel-Good Revenge + Female General + Eldest Princess + Enchanting Empress] Just how unhinged is the heroine? When she was a female general, she dosed an enemy city with laxatives. The results were hard to describe. Her name means “short-lived,” and she was never destined to be loved. Though her family ties are shallow, she is a god of war on the frontier. What does it matter that she is a woman? She will save her country and protect 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 140 Chivalrous Pursuit of Shadows 侠道追影 This is a conspiracy designed to "kill the body and destroy the heart"! The Hanshan Sect, the greatest sect in the martial world, is wiped out overnight. The assassin Gu Bujue and the swordsman Feng Lixiao leave the northern desert and return to the Central Plains to investigate, only to fall into a trap laid by Prince Ning. To rescue his master's wife, Liu Rumeng, Gu Bujue joins forces with Daoist Kongkong and the Seven Freaks of the Martial World. Along the way, they evade the pursuit and obst 18Reads8.3Score—14d adds
- 141 Book Transmigration: Who Exactly Is the Male Lead to Me? 穿书：男主到底是我谁？ [Complete] He kidnapped me! He lied to me! He’s pinning the blame on me! After transmigrating into a wuxia novel as the barely noticed daughter of a cannon-fodder character, Qingqing holds fast to three rules: Don’t provoke the male lead, don’t get involved with lucky opportunities, and stay away from the plot! Until she’s thrown in front of the male lead with a sack over her head “I hear you cured Magistrate Zhou’s son of his chronic illness?” the future overlord asks, eyeing her coldly. After 10Reads—Score—14d adds
- 142 One Man, One Sword, One Martial World! 一人，一剑，一江湖！ [Wuxia jianghu + humor and comedy + one female lead + political intrigue] In an age when the Dharma has declined, spiritual energy has dried up, and the path to immortality has vanished from the world. Are there still immortals in this world? How can one become immortal? How can the path to ascension be opened again? In a single night of slaughter, the entire Lin family of Weicheng was wiped out. Only the young Lin Jiangxian survived. With just himself and his sword, Lin Jiangxian ventures into 7Reads—Score—14d adds
- 143 Legends of the Three Realms 三界传奇 Fantasy, xianxia, and wuxia: a blend of ideals and reality. This is not a traditional fantasy or xianxia novel, but an experiment in combining genres. It features the protagonist's growth, feuds spanning a century, intricate relationships, and tangled affairs of the heart. There is both pure romance and melodrama, both thoughtful ideas and thrilling moments. Several hundred years ago, the Visitor from the Apocalypse took three disciples. Each was a once-in-centuries genius. The three became swor —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 144 A Heartbroken Journey Through the Martial World 碎心江湖行 The jianghu is a furnace, with love and hate as its fuel, tempering a bond destined to break hearts. Born into poverty, young swordsman Hai Chenyan enters the jianghu on nothing but sheer courage. From a naive, inexperienced martial arts novice, he endures trials of life and death to become a once-in-a-generation sword prodigy. While investigating the secrets of his master’s sect, he encounters the mysterious Kou Ziyi, heir to the Southern Border Gu Sect, cold and beautiful as frost, yet with a 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 145 Little Ying, the Northern Hero 北侠小影 A traditional wuxia novel with no romance or fantasy. Chen Shuozhen begins with a quest for revenge, goes on to search for treasure, and ultimately establishes herself as an empress. Wu Zetian, portrayed with her true character!!!!!! 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 146 Reborn, I Became Everyone’s Darling Again 重生后，我又成了团宠 [Marriage first, love later + devoted couple + two strong leads, both devoted to each other + happy ending] [She acts aloof at first, but later turns bold and hilarious. Sweet from beginning to end, with no angst.] She thought it was heaven's mercy, a twist of fate. Little did she know it had all been planned, just to wait for the flowers to bloom. In her previous life, Gu Yue was a powerhouse who could do it all, respected by both the underworld and the law. Everyone lowered their heads and c 53Reads—Score—14d adds
- 147 A Classic Wuxia Novel: The Golden Saber, Explained with a Smile 经典武侠小说笑解金刀 Introduction to Gu Long’s wuxia novel The Laughing Golden Saber: The Golden Saber? Whose saber? Who is laughing? To laugh and explain the Golden Saber takes courage, wisdom, and martial skill. A streak of blood-red lightning flashed down, skimming almost against the glazed roof tiles of the Golden Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City. It flickered brilliantly, as though the sky were ablaze. A string of thunderclaps then rang out from the western sky, rumbling over the imperial city like 11Reads—Score214d adds
- 148 The Sword's Hidden Star Falls Alone 剑隐孤星落 [Rivalries in the martial world + struggles for the throne + roaming the land with sword in hand + love and longing. Eunuchs and corrupt officials stir up trouble at court, while the orthodox and unorthodox factions stir beneath the surface of the martial world. Meanwhile, forces such as the Mongols and the Japanese watch hungrily from beyond the borders. In short, every classic wuxia element is here. Fans of traditional wuxia, don't miss it!] A massacre that wipes out an entire family reveals a 8Reads8.3Score—14d adds
- 149 A Love-Brained Killer's Guide to Self-Preservation 恋爱脑杀手的自救指南 Also known as: Twelve Towers [Short story + sweet yet angsty + mutual devotion + everyone is a villain + both leads are virgins] [Sincere, passionate heroine + restrained, self-controlled hero] [Fantasy wuxia romance, no one is reborn, no one transmigrates, no golden finger] There is a mysterious assassin organization in the martial world called the Twelve Towers. The Twelve Towers has a strict hierarchy. Its assassins are highly trained and always leave no trace. Yet in a place like this, an o 12Reads—Score—14d adds
- 150 The Land Is Fair, and I Wander Free 江山多娇与之逍遥 [1v1 + Lighthearted comedy + Sweet romance + Devoted couple + Pseudo-wuxia jianghu + Fantasy romance] Who says only men can roam the jianghu? She is Liu Jiaojiao, the eldest daughter of the Liu family estate. Having grown up among the men of the estate, she is full of heroic ambition and vows to become a great chivalrous heroine. When she sneaks out of the estate at eight years old, her rudimentary martial arts skills lead her to accidentally rescue several children her age. Little does she know 67Reads—Score—14d adds
