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- 1 Warlord: You Dumped Me for Being Poor. Why Are You Crying Now? 军阀：嫌我穷，分手后你哭什么？ Synopsis: [Warlords + tycoon protagonist + decisive and ruthless + passionate + sweet romance + one female lead + Republican-era setting + devoted husband + doting dad + brotherhood + wish fulfillment] The affairs of the world follow a cycle: after long division comes unity, and after long unity comes division! The ways of the underworld aren't just about fighting and killing. They're about human relationships and worldly dealings! In his previous life, Zhao Yun was hit by a car and killed while 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 2 Qing Shaoran's Beacon Fires: The Rise of the Great Revolution 清少燃烽火：大革命之崛起 Set during the Great Revolution, this is the story of a young master from the Qing dynasty whose fate is utterly transformed by the tides of the times. Foreign powers covet his family’s mines, bringing the family to ruin. Sent to a landlord’s home, the young master is bullied at every turn, with only the kind-hearted eldest daughter there to protect him. After an accident sends him tumbling into a well, he somehow finds himself in a secret anti-Qing army, setting out on a turbulent and extraordi —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 3 A First-Rate Man in Republican-Era China 民国高质量男性 Li Yuanbao, who has always dreamed of becoming a martial hero, transmigrates after an accident. With his ambitions still unfulfilled, he had hoped to make his mark in this world as a wandering hero. Instead, fate gives him the identity of a wealthy young man who wants for nothing. In an age when the martial world is in decline, will he persist in being a Chinese Don Quixote, or become a rich landowner? 11Reads—Score—14d adds
- 4 Reborn in 1926: A Legendary Age of War 重生1926烽火岁月传奇 Reborn in 1926, Fang Yi is the young master of a wealthy landowning family, shouldering a heavy responsibility. He forms a loyal, steadfast army to guard his territory and works hard to develop industry. In the wars at home, he successfully unifies the warlord factions, showing outstanding leadership and unwavering resolve. When the Japanese invaders attack, he stands his ground without fear and resolutely defends his homeland. Amid years of relentless warfare, Fang Yi and his troops write a leg 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 5 I Became a Division Commander in the Republic of China 我在民国当师长 No System. An ordinary factory worker in peacetime is beaten to death after offending his supervisor, then transmigrates to the Republic of China. Before he knows it, he’s become a division commander and is taking part in the War of Resistance against Japan from beginning to end… —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 6 A Nationwide Call to Arms: The Young Marshal Leads a Million Soldiers Through the Pass 通电全国，少帅引兵百万入关 September 18, Year 303 of the Yan Calendar. Zhang Muzhi, the young marshal of Yan, issued a radio message calling for peace. A million newly recruited troops crossed the pass to mediate! Ten armored divisions were ready to deploy at a moment's notice! Aircraft carrier fleets sailed into the harbor! Dragon bombers circled overhead. The warlords collectively wet themselves in terror. The ambassador of Sakura Country called on him to apologize: “Your Excellency, Young Marshal! Our warships were jus 6Reads6.6Score—14d adds
- 7 The Thirteen Taibao: Fist King of Shanghai 十三太保之拳霸上海滩 [Gangs] [Sports] [War of Resistance] [Espionage] In 1983, a Hong Kong film titled Shanghai’s Thirteen Guardians was released. It told the story of the Thirteen Guardians protecting patriots and exposing the Wang Jingwei puppet regime’s plan to sell out the country. In 2018, the TV series The Great Times, starring Chen Sicheng, premiered. It borrowed and adapted the Thirteen Guardians concept. In 2024, the novel Thirteen Guardians: Fist King of Shanghai also used this premise, as a cold wave sw —Reads6.0Score—14d adds
- 8 Bloodthirsty Mad Blade 嗜血狂刀 Li Qing is the only son of Li Sandao, the most powerful warlord in Xinan City. When Li Qing was six, his mother's life was taken before his eyes by one of his father's enemies. At the time, Li Sandao could have saved her. But in the end, he chose to watch as Li Qing's mother died right in front of him. From then on, father and son became strangers. For eight years, Li Qing lived in the opera troupe run by his maternal grandfather and never once returned to his father's home. Six years later, Li 105Reads—Score—14d adds
- 9 The Absurd Warlord of the Republican Era: I Became a God by Doing Nothing 民国沙雕大军阀之摆烂成神 The first step to success is building up your initial capital, and there are many ways to do it. Some seize it by force, others acquire it through scams and deception. But transmigrator Duan Yi relies on his System's space to plunder the weapons of the foreign powers and the cultural relics they looted from China, amassing a vast fortune. He grows into a formidable regional power, using his foresight to prepare well in advance. When the war of invasion arrives, he makes a stunning entrance with 9Reads—Score—14d adds
- 10 Hong Kong Island: From the Start, Thirteen Bodyguards Rule Tung Sing! 港岛：开局十三太保，制霸东星！ Qin Yu transmigrates to Hong Kong in the 1980s. After being framed during a struggle for control of his branch, he has no choice but to flee to Siam. After Batu dies, Qin Yu returns to Hong Kong and takes the throne once more. He awakens the Underground Emperor System, with the Thirteen Guardians of Shanghai as his starting lineup. Master, Little A Qiao, the Black and White Impermanence, and Third Young Master Na! Summon the Axe Gang, dominate East Star, and sweep across Hong Kong! Would you eve 86Reads—Score—14d adds
- 11 Reborn: The Beautiful and Daring Young Marshal's Wife Turns the Republic of China Upside Down 重生：少帅夫人美又飒，颠覆民国 [Republic era + sweet romance + building a career] Jin Lulu was reborn in the Republic era, where she was humiliated by terrible relatives, burdened with debt at home, and faced with debt collectors at the door. It was an age full of business opportunities, even as her parents were driven to sell their blood to repay what they owed. A top composer, she was determined to make her own way in this world! She would get into a prestigious school, put awful people in their place, take down scoundrels, 18Reads—Score—14d adds
- 12 Come with Me Before Sunset 在日落之前跟我走 [Devoted love + love and hate + beautiful women + handsome men + war + love and hate] The land lies shattered, ten years of life and death, Family vengeance unavenged, the nation in peril, Li Xiaoxiao, how can I find it in me to love you? The sons and daughters of Huaxia stand strong, The clouds will part, and dawn will come at last. Zhou Heming, come with me before sunset. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 13 Warfare in Republican China 民国武事 Fang Lie, a top master of Chinese martial arts, is killed for stealing a gene-enhancement serum. By accident, he transmigrates to an era resembling the Republican period, but one very different from the Republican era he knew. Besides the warlords carving up the land, this world is home to demons and monsters, alchemical technology, and ancient martial arts and immortal techniques. Above all, he has the resolve to make martial arts his foundation in life and shatter the void. 10Reads—Score—14d adds
- 14 A Drifter in a Period Drama 年代剧里的漂流者 I want to tell the story of an ordinary little man surviving and defending his country amid the flames of war in the Republican era, living through an age of passion, building wealth in golden years, and finding his way through confusion. There is no System. Knowing the broad sweep of history and remembering some of the plot details is my golden finger. 24Reads—Score—14d adds
- 15 The Great Powers: This Warlord Is Not to Be Messed With 列强：这个军阀惹不起 “Army Group A: 1.8 million soldiers.” “Army Group B: 1.5 million soldiers.” “Army Group C: 1.3 million soldiers.” The great powers: Give us back our homeland. 8Reads6.1Score—14d adds
- 16 I Married a Warlord's Daughter 娶个军阀做老婆 Zhang Yuting, a special forces soldier in the Langya Brigade, gave his life during an overseas mission. To his surprise, he was reborn in a parallel world as the second-in-command of Longmen Stockade. Heh, in this age of warlords, Zhang Yuting has a Rebirth System and plans to make his mark. First, he'll become the military governor of Qingzhou, then marry the daughters of the regional commissioners of Jizhou, Yanzhou, Xuzhou, and Yuzhou. You, the young marshal of the sixteen provinces of the No 904Reads—Score—14d adds
- 17 Transmigrating to the Republican Era to Save the Nation Through Industry 穿越民国实业救国 Zhang Yunming, a modern man, accidentally transmigrates to a parallel version of Republican-era China. Using his modern knowledge, he builds industry to save and strengthen the nation and its military, paving the way for the great rejuvenation of his people! At a time when national confidence has sunk to its lowest point, he joins forces with like-minded people to fight comprador interests and resist imperialist aggression! 192Reads—Score—14d adds
- 18 Reborn in 1937: A Great Burden Has Fallen to Me 重生1937：天降大任于我 Everyone has a wuxia dream in their heart. Every Chinese person has a dream of fighting the Japanese invaders! Today, I, Chu Tianhe, am willing to sacrifice 100 million Dong Sang people to bless every person in Huaxia with the strength of a dragon! 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 19 How to Lose a Fortune, Starting in the Republic of China 亏成首富从民国开始 “He was called the backbone of the nation. During the turbulent Republican era, he entered the education sector and founded countless primary and secondary schools, as well as top universities. Through his efforts alone, countless young people in the Dragon Kingdom received a good education, bringing the country's scientific research to the forefront of the world.” “He entered the industrial sector and hired countless displaced people. His many light-industry factories gave work to countless peo 70Reads—Score—14d adds
- 20 From the Start, I'm a Young Marshal: Build Big, Grow Strong, and Make Glory Again 开局就当少帅，做大做强再创辉煌 Xu Le transmigrated to a Tang Dynasty much like the era of World War II. Unfortunately, his father died from the start, leaving him no choice but to become a young marshal and inherit a warlord force of fewer than ten thousand men. A System appeared: by supplying resources or killing enemies, he could earn Merit Points to exchange for all kinds of weapons and ammunition in the System Shop. From then on, Xu Le led his small warlord force into battle, fighting on all fronts, growing stronger and m 2Reads6.0Score—14d adds
- 21 Warlord: Within Range, I Never Play Fair 军阀：射程之内，从不讲理 [Warlords] + [Scheming] + [No Female Lead or One Female Lead] + [Modern Warfare] + [Underhanded Tactics] + [Unification] + [Heavy Firepower] + [Invincible Within Range] The old governor dies suddenly, exposing the flaws in the state’s administration. The governor controls both the military and the government, but commands no one’s respect. The elders in the assembly are powerless to change anything. The age of the ambitious has arrived, and warlords rise up across the land. In this vast realm, —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 22 The Wild Years After I Transmigrated to Republican-Era China 穿越到民国的疯狂岁月 An accident sent him back to the Republic of China era. When he woke up, he found himself a landlord, with a stingy father and a mother who doted on him to no end. The war-torn era stirs Liu Ye’s patriotic fervor. Watch him match wits with his miserly landlord father, the Liu family’s enemies, the bandits who regularly raid the family, and the most despicable of them all, the Japanese. From then on, the Republic of China has one more patriot, fighting for his country and its people against the J 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 23 Republican Era: I Open the Heavenly Gate with One Sword 民国：我一剑开天门 Su Yu transmigrates to another realm, to Longguo in the early twentieth century, where he becomes a porter for a shipping gang in Shanghai. And this world has not only the Japanese, the Americans, the Russians, and the British, but also... Pig Cage Walled City, the landlords from The Condor Heroes, the Fried Ghost, Coolie Qiang, Tailor Sheng, Ah Xing... The Thirteen Guardians of Shanghai, Southern Xiao Du, Northern Old Jiu, the unbeatable Thirteen Guardians, the Beggar Sect instructor Na Sanshao 1Reads6.3Score114d adds
- 24 Starting as a Warlord's Young Marshal, I Build an Army to Conquer the World 军阀少帅开局，爆兵争霸世界 Warlord of Chuzhou: “What? Zhang Bao'an's army is attacking! Quick, I surrender!” A powerful warlord: “What? Zhang Bao'an has unified Chuzhou? Quick, invite him to join our faction.” The world powers: “What? Zhang Bao'an has unified the Great Chen Republic? Quick, prepare for war. He won't be easy to defeat.” Zhang Bao'an looked at the map and sneered. “What are you afraid of? You're not my opponents. My sights have always been set on the stars and the sea!” The Great Chen Republic was divid 528Reads7.0Score—14d adds
- 25 Republican Era: From the Start, I Marry a Beautiful Bride and Conquer the Turbulent Times 民国：开局迎娶美娇娘，纵横乱世 Synopsis: [Warlords + tycoon protagonist + sweet romance + one heroine + treasure maps + treasure chests + Republican-era setting + devoted husband + doting dad + brotherhood + wish fulfillment + high-octane action + ruthless decisiveness] The world is united after long division, and divided after long unity. The martial world isn't about fighting and killing, but about human relationships and social customs. In his previous life, Nie Xiaolong was a special forces soldier stationed at the border 447Reads—Score—14d adds
- 26 The Republican Era Warlord Marshal: Starting Out as a Fengtian Bandit 民国大帅军阀从奉天土匪开始 [System] + [High-Energy Action] + [A Little Comedy] + [Northeastern Bandits] + [Imperial Conquest] Zhu Chuanwu, a shut-in, suddenly opens his eyes and discovers that he has transmigrated into a bandits' hideout. The beautiful leader of the stronghold, Wanshanhong, is determined to marry him. Just as they are about to enjoy a lovely life together, Xu Damabang from Naitoushan attacks the mountain, planning to seize Wanshanhong and take her back as his bandit bride. At this perilous moment, Zhu Chu 130Reads5.1Score—14d adds
- 27 Against the Tide, 1915 逆潮1915 In 1915, the tide of imperial restoration swept over China, and the ghosts of the old era haunted the land of the Yan and Huang emperors. That same year, Li Yizhi, a military-industrial engineering PhD, awoke after a bizarre laboratory accident to find himself the son of a minor warlord in Fucheng, southern Hunan (Chenzhou): Li Zhenhua, courtesy name Yizhi. At home, relatives fought for power. Abroad, powerful neighbors stood ready to pounce. Most deadly of all was the well-equipped Beiyang Mixe 1.7kReads6.1Score10914d adds
- 28 Republican Era: From the Thirteen Guardians to a Power to Be Reckoned With! 民国：从十三太保，请叫我列强！ Nan Xiao Du, Bei Lao Jiu, the Thirteen Guardians are unbeatable. Beggar, instructor, Na Sanshao, coachman, adviser, Xiao A Qiao, the Blind Man, drunkard, Black and White Impermanence, Dragon, Tiger, Leopard. After transmigrating to a parallel world in Shanghai in the late 1920s, he becomes the Blind Man, ranked seventh among Shanghai’s Thirteen Guardians. As a transmigrator, Fang Yimeng knows all too well what is about to happen in this era. Seeing how weak the authorities are, he decides to bec —Reads5.9Score—14d adds
- 29 Transmigrated to 1911: From the Start, the Revolutionaries Arrest Me as a Spy 穿越1911，开局被革命党当奸细抓了 When he wakes up, Yuan Zhaolong discovers that the whole world has changed. The familiar surroundings are gone. With no time to hesitate or think, he grabs a gun and rushes to join this world's rhythm, fighting for survival and dignity... The wheels of history roll ever onward, and, quite by accident, he becomes part of this world... 150Reads5.5Score11714d adds
- 30 Republican Era: You Were Supposed to Defend the Coast, but You Took Down the Great Powers 民国：让你沿海布防，你干翻列强 Chu Yao transmigrates into the service of the powerful warlord known as the King of the Southeast. Tasked with commanding Tongcheng and defending the coast, he unexpectedly activates a sign-in System. Knowing how history will unfold, Chu Yao keeps a low profile in Tongcheng, developing industry and military defenses while driving the economy forward at breakneck speed. A sign-in reward of Siemens energy behemoths helps him build an industrial hub. A sign-in reward of vortex spinning machines r 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 31 The Young Master of the Republic 民国大少爷 [System + Republican era + multiple female leads + warlord] Ji Yuntang accidentally transmigrates into the body of a river bandit in the early years of the Republic of China, and awakens a System. What? The eldest daughter of the most powerful warlord is forcing him to marry her? It's because the young lady has a strange illness and is bedridden. Ji Yuntang realizes surviving is going to be hard. In the end, he wins the world by claiming a corner of it! 30Reads—Score—14d adds
- 32 The Republican Era: The Rise of the Warlords 民国风云之，军阀崛起 My new work is out! You’re welcome to read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support motivates me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 14Reads—Score—14d adds
- 33 Puyi's New Beginning 溥仪的新生 Fate, time and space, and the Fermi paradox are the main themes of this book. The keys to every clue in the ending can be found in the early chapters! The mystery of the Moonlight Mirror is solved only after Emperor Xian invites Professor Fermi! No one in this book can hold the sun and moon in their hands or pluck stars from the sky. All they have is “a killing technique where the leg never rises above the knee”! This is not a struggle for power between child emperors! Nor is it about founding 7Reads—Score—14d adds
- 34 Opening a Little Shop in the Republican Era 在民国开一家小店 In a fractured timeline, drawn by the pull of bloodlines, is she still herself? Her father’s last wishes and her people’s duty will both bind her like chains. She runs the Tea House, profiting by selling information and upsetting the balance of power. “This establishment is a small business. We deal in exchanges: goods for goods, or goods for lives. The value of any offering must be assessed and approved by this establishment. All transactions must be settled within three days, or you will bear 139Reads—Score—14d adds
- 35 The Central Empire of Mountains and Seas 山海中央帝国 Elite soldier Lin Hao transmigrates into the Shan Hai Empire and becomes its ninth prince. After being granted Jiangchuan Province, he sets about reforming the empire and governing it with diligence, leading it step by step to become the world’s foremost power. He transforms it into the Central Shan Hai Empire, the world’s center of power and politics. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 36 Kisses After Dark: The Mad Young Marshal’s Possessive Love 入夜索吻：疯批少帅强制爱 [Educated warlord × rebellious female journalist + devoted couple + intense, drawn-out flirtation + love rivals + sweet indulgence + equally strong leads] “Go on, take the picture. Why did you stop?” As the youngest warlord in Lingyuan City, Jin Xiao has never before been secretly photographed on the street by a female reporter, especially not at his most disheveled, while injured and changing his bandages. “Disobedient little rabbits get locked in cages.” His fingers brush gently over her ch 271Reads—Score—14d adds
- 37 The Young Marshal Wraps an Arm Around My Waist and Kisses Me: Fall for Me Already 少帅揽腰吻，快点爱上我 [Republican era + unrequited love + second male lead takes the lead + sweet at times, mostly heartbreaking] Today, Shen Que suddenly grabbed an innocent girl and dragged her into such a dangerous predicament with him. It was practically a death sentence. His emotions churned within him. “You've got more guts than I do! I owe you. If I can't repay you in this life, I'll protect you in the next.” With that, he removed one of Xing Chen's earrings and tucked it into the pocket over his heart. “If I 11Reads—Score—14d adds
- 38 After I Transmigrated, I Was Forced to Be My Readers' Workhorse 穿越后被迫为读者当牛马 [Republican era + System + Lucky draws + Feel-good power fantasy + Strong female lead] “Author, what kind of garbage ending is this? The heroine has to end up with the second male lead!” When tens of thousands of angry comments flood the review section of her new book, Zhou Shan scoffs. She's a romance powerhouse, and the tumultuous love story between the cold-blooded young marshal and her resilient heroine has taken the country by storm. Who are her readers to tell her how to write? Then the 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 39 The New Empire: Rising from the Southwest 新帝国：从西南崛起 The passionate young Lin Hansheng transmigrates to a Shenzhou much like the early twentieth century. Faced with a war-torn land in an age of warlords and chaos, he vows to transform this backward era: to secure the nation’s interests and serve its people. He will take inspiration from the West, build a modern army, develop modern industry, advance scientific research, and improve agriculture and people’s livelihoods. All he hopes is to restore Shenzhou to the glory of the Han and Tang dynasties! 117Reads6.7Score—14d adds
- 40 1906: I Have a Portable Hospital 1906：我有一间随身医院 Zhao Feihong transmigrates to the Hualan Kingdom of 1906 with a space hospital. In this age of ceaseless warfare, just how much can a hospital, rather than a weapon, accomplish? Let us wait and see... 233Reads5.5Score—14d adds
- 41 I Transmigrated to the Beiyang Era and Rose to Become the Strongest Warlord 穿越北洋，晋升最强军阀 A spacetime-travel System + character summoning + weapon exchange + travel between two eras. Wang Qingyun accidentally transmigrates to Shanghai in 1920, during the Republic of China era. With the System’s help, he recruits underlings. At first, all he wants is to survive and become rich, but circumstances force him to build up his power and conquer the land. See how the protagonist takes on the gangs and reclaims the foreign concessions... 2kReads6.4Score10314d adds
- 42 An Alternate Republican Era: From Company Commander to Marshal 架空民国：我从连长到大帅 Who says you need a System when you transmigrate? I’ll carve my way to glory with real military expertise, one blade and one bullet at a time! Liu Zilong, born into a military family and a top graduate of a military academy, unexpectedly transmigrates to the Republican era of the fictional Shenlong Kingdom. The country is beset by warlords at home and surrounded by foreign powers abroad. Drawing on his modern military knowledge, he starts as a junior officer and rises through real battlefield co —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 43 Warlord of the Republic: From Shanghai's Gambling King to the Top 民国军阀：从十里洋场千王开始 [Republican-Era Conquest + Gambling King + Tycoon] Li Yun transmigrates to the Republican era, in the turbulent, cosmopolitan world of Shanghai's foreign concessions, and gets the [Republican-Era Conquest System] from the start. [Ultimate Gambling Skills] let Li Yun effortlessly earn the title of Gambling King of Shanghai's foreign concessions, winning over Long Si and the others. [Ultimate Combat Skills] earn the lifelong loyalty of Ma Yongzhen, Chen Zhen, and others. [Ultimate Medical Skills] 395Reads5.5Score—14d adds
- 44 Republican Era: Ruling Shanghai, With No Shortage of Disciples 民国：横行上海滩，我弟子有点多 The jianghu isn’t about fighting and killing. If you want to make it in the world, you need power and connections! In the early years of the Republic of China, Lu An transmigrates as the son of a rich family. He had planned to coast through life, but then he obtains the Martial Arts Grandmaster System. He can become invincible by founding a school and recruiting disciples. With a great responsibility suddenly thrust upon him, he has no choice but to step up. Ding! Found a sect and receive the In 292Reads—Score—14d adds
- 45 The Jianghu Emperor of the Republic of China Era 民国之江湖皇帝 The underworld isn't about fighting and killing. It's about human relationships and the ways of the world. But Lin Zhiyuan doesn't see it that way. He believes that fists are power! With his fists, what are the three tycoons Du Yuesheng, Huang Jinrong, and Zhang Xiaolin to him? With iron fists and a fish-killing knife, he carves out a fearsome reputation as the Emperor of the Underworld! It's just a fish-killing knife, yet it holds the underworld of Republican-era Shanghai in its grip for decade 70Reads—Score—14d adds
- 46 Republic of China: Making Money to Pay Off Debts, Then Kidnapping a Concubine 民国，搞钱还债，再掳个小姨太 Han Kun, born into an ordinary family in the 21st century, loses over a million yuan in business. After dying suddenly by accident, he wakes up in the early Republic of China, where he starts by eloping with the landlord’s prettiest concubine. A divine System helps him repay the debts he left behind in the 21st century. So he rolls up his sleeves and robs government grain, gathers antiques, acquires land, and sets up factories, joining the movement to save the nation through industry. He fights 33Reads—Score—14d adds
- 47 Warlords: The Enemy-Killing Gear-Drop System 军阀：杀敌爆装系统 [Ding! The Kill-to-Loot System is at your service.] [You killed a bandit underling and received one SCAR assault rifle.] [You killed a regular soldier and received five elite infantrymen.] [You killed a colonel and received ten Humvees.] [You killed a major general and received fifty Chinook transport helicopters.] Watch how Lu Yang makes his mark in this chaotic world and carves out a realm of his own. 166Reads6.5Score—14d adds
- 48 The Wild, Audacious, Irresistibly Charming Young Marshal Fell for Her 狂拽野痞又撩人的少帅，他沉沦了 At the engagement banquet for the Xiao and Jiang families, a guest whispered to Xiao Hengyi with a sigh: “Young Master Xiao, your future nephew-in-law’s bride is beautiful, but what a pity she’s so meek, dull, and clumsy.” Xiao Hengyi glanced toward the inner hall. Beyond the hanging-flower gate, the elegantly dressed young woman with her slender waist had her head bowed, putting on an innocent, timid act. He sneered inwardly. He wondered who had tied him to the bed last night and tried every tr 169Reads7.4Score—14d adds
- 49 Take the Green Tea Girl as Your Wife? Your Lady Remarries the Young Marshal, So Why Are You Crying? 扶正绿茶？夫人改嫁少帅你哭什么 [Favoring a concubine and neglecting the wife + Republican era + secret identity + young marshal + satisfying revenge] The young marshal returned from the front with a foreign-educated woman and announced he would take her as his new legal wife. That left Fu An'an with only two choices: be thrown out of the house, or willingly become a concubine. She chose a third path: marrying the military governor, and setting off on a life where everything went her way. She rode into battle, treated soldiers 255Reads8.0Score—14d adds
- 50 Regrets of Republican-Era China 民国遗恨 A tragic romance with a strong female lead. A noblewoman vs. a young marshal vs. a politician. The heroine is a noblewoman from an aristocratic family. She and the second male lead never get back together after their relationship falls apart. She suffers both physically and emotionally, but never looks back and never gives in. The male lead is a devoted young marshal. The second male lead drives him and the heroine apart, and later a misunderstanding creates distance between them, but he never h 267Reads—Score—14d adds
