Novels like Tales of the Dark River: Hidden in Plain Sight
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- 1 Twelve Years on the Dark River: The Sword of the Other Shore 暗河十二年：彼岸之剑 The twelve years of Su Muyu's life are a crucial period in his transformation from a “puppet” and “sword-bearer” into a true “leader” and “game changer.” This is more than the passage of time: it is a revolution turned inward and a long march toward the light. In the deepest darkness, a sword is forged to lead the way to the light; amid merciless upheaval, an unshakable heart is guarded. 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 2 Where the Evening Rain Returns Is Changhe 暮雨归处是昌河 Where the Evening Rain Returns Is Changhe 17Reads—Score—14d adds
- 3 Chang Mu - Dark River: Unless I’m Dead (Fortunate to Meet You) 昌暮-暗河：除非我死了（幸逢你） Chang Mu - Dark River: Unless I'm Dead (Glad I Met You) 10Reads—Score—14d adds
- 4 Tales of the Dark River: Muchang: Though Our Paths Diverge, We’ll Reach the Same End 暗河传暮昌：你我殊途亦同归 [Su Muy u, the White Moonlight Everyone Sees but a Madman in Private VS Su Changhe, the Little Beagle Who Wrecks the House Both Publicly and Privately] In his previous life, Su Changhe lost control of himself because of the Yanmo Palm and died in Su Muyu’s arms. After death, he became a ghost and watched Su Muyu’s hair turn white overnight as he disbanded the Dark River. They endured countless hardships, yet only understood each other’s feelings after death had parted them. In the end, Su Muyu w 3.1kReads7.0Score36814d adds
- 5 Tales of the Dark River: A Su Muyu and Su Changhe Fanfiction 暗河传:苏暮雨和苏昌河同人 Tales of the Dark River: A Su Muyu and Su Changhe Fanfic 60Reads—Score—14d adds
- 6 Tales of the Dark River: I Transmigrated into a Villain for Su Changhe 暗河传，为了苏昌河我穿成了反派 Tales of the Dark River: I Reincarnated as the Villain for Su Changhe 71Reads—Score—14d adds
- 7 Tales of the Dark River: The Storyteller of Destiny 暗河传：天命说书人 A tavern called Youjian suddenly appeared in Jiuxiao City. There was a storyteller inside whose tales could predict the future with uncanny accuracy, stirring up the entire Beili martial world. Some called him a prophet, others said he was the mastermind behind it all. But who was he really? Su Muyu said he had no idea... —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 8 The Two Masters of the Dark River: Rain and River Marks 暗河双主【雨河印记】 About the Author I am an author devoted to wuxia and fantasy, skilled at portraying deep bonds between characters against the sweeping backdrop of the jianghu. My works depict, with a delicate touch, how people grow and hold fast to their convictions when faced with choices of fate. I focus especially on the profound friendship of confidants who share life and death. Writing Style: 1. Characterization: I excel at creating vivid, layered characters, such as Su Muyu's cool restraint and Su Changhe 16Reads—Score—14d adds
- 9 Tale of Dark River: I Give You All the World's Beauty 暗河传:赠你世间所有的美好 Tales of the Dark River: I Give You All the Beauty in the World 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 10 Tales of the Dark River: Slay the Wolf 暗河传，杀破狼 Tales of the Dark River, Wolf Killing 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 11 Dark River Fanfiction: Su Muyu and Su Changhe’s Dark River Fate 暗河传同人：苏暮雨与苏昌河的暗河缘 Tales of the Dark River Fanfiction: Su Muyu and Su Changhe's Bond with the Dark River 7Reads—Score—14d adds
- 12 Dark River: Reborn, I Won’t Give Up on You Again! 暗河：重生后，我不会再放弃你！ Dark River: Reborn, I’ll Never Give Up on You Again! 18Reads—Score—14d adds
- 13 Dark River: I Only Want Su Muyu 暗河之我只要苏暮雨 In his previous life, Su Changhe died by his closest friend’s sword. Reborn in his youth in the Dark River, he vows that this time he’ll cast aside all the bloodshed and blades, asking only that Su Muyu live a peaceful life. Together, they will rewrite the fate of the Dark River and journey toward the light. He will never let you down. 284Reads—Score—14d adds
- 14 Dark River at Dusk: Vengeance Fills the World, Yet the Land Is a Painted Scene 暗河昌暮：仇满天下，江山亦如画 The world sees the Dark River as a haunt of gutter-dwelling ghosts. They insist on wielding their swords to become immortals, raising those ghosts above the nine heavens! Su Changhe and Su Muyu: two names that have relied on each other for survival in the Abyss of Ghostly Cries, now long since fused into one. So what if the imperial court has its schemes? So what if the whole world is out for revenge? When Su Muyu becomes a Sword Immortal who roams the heavens, and Su Changhe grasps the Way o 131Reads—Score—14d adds
- 15 The Umbrella Bearer from the Other Shore 彼岸执伞人 A fanfic of The Dark River He was once a gentle moonlight in Tianqi City. Yue Qingzhi, the Medicine King Valley’s foremost disciple, possessed miraculous medical skills and a compassionate heart. By living wholeheartedly by the principle of saving lives and healing the wounded, he became the embodiment of idealism in the hearts of Prince Langya and the Four Guardians of Tianqi, a cherished white moonlight. But a political upheaval five years ago left him poisoned by the Tang Clan’s deadly “Beaut 7Reads—Score—14d adds
- 16 Tales of the Dark River: Crossing Calamity 暗河传之渡厄 A new story is here! Come read my work 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! 19Reads—Score—14d adds
- 17 This Time, We’ll Make It to the Other Shore 这次我们会走到彼岸 I’ve recently been reading The Blood of Youth after watching Tales of the Dark River, and I think Su Muyu and Su Changhe failed for two reasons. First, the backlash from Su Changhe’s Yan Mo Palm twisted his personality. Second, neither he nor Su Muyu was strong enough, and they lacked the experience to support such a grand ambition. Letting them experience a few more worlds could solve the backlash problem and give them time to build up enough strength and experience. Then they could return to t 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 18 Chang Mu - Dark River: Unless I’m Dead (Drunk) 昌暮-暗河：除非我死了（醉了） Chang Mu - Dark River: Unless I'm Dead (Drunk) 43Reads—Score—14d adds
- 19 Beauty Trains Her Dog: Even the Beagle Is a Loyal Hound [Tale of the Dark River] 美人训狗，比格也忠犬【暗河传】 Two Reborn Leads + Two Male Leads Muchang or Changmu, either pairing is delicious V(^_^)V (The author has only watched the TV adaptation of Dark River, so this includes some original headcanon.) Su Changhe has always believed the greatest value of his life is to pave the way for Su Muyu. It never occurs to him that Su Muyu's path should have him by his side. Classic Dog-Training Scene One Su Changhe: Xiao Yue'an, you are the moon in the sky, and I am mud on the ground. We don't walk the same pat 97Reads—Score—14d adds
- 20 Tales of the Dark River: The Sequel, The Far Shore Without a Blade 暗河传续之彼岸无锋 [Dual male leads (Chang and Mu) + two powerful leads + political intrigue + jianghu] The story continues from the drama version of "Tales of the Dark River", as the group embarks on yet another journey to the Other Shore. Two suns make Chang, the sun sets into dusk, and rain falls to form a river. Su Muyu: “Tang Sect, Apocalypse City... In the end, it was all just wishful thinking on my part. This time, Changhe, you choose the way to the Other Shore.” Su Changhe: “Muyu, you said that as long 2.1kReads8.9Score21014d adds
- 21 Tales of the Dark River: A New Beginning with Me 暗河传：与我新生 Su Changhe of the Dark River encounters something claiming to be a System during a mission. It promises rewards in exchange for completing tasks. [Shake hands with Su Muyu, receive one year of inner force] [Kiss Su Muyu, receive ten years of inner force and a chest of gold] Su Changhe would fall out with anyone in this life before falling out with money, so the way the two of them got along became strangely awkward. Rumors spread through the jianghu that the Undertaker was gay, and that his 95Reads—Score—14d adds
- 22 The Daily Lives of the Dark River Patriarch and the Su Family Head 暗河大家长和苏家主的二三事 A story about the eight years when the Dark River was absent from the martial world. Mu Qingyang and Xue Wei are still alive. Mostly sweet, with a little angst now and then. Everyday antics of the Dark River as they watch the world go by. Also known as The Head of the Household in Nanan City and the Su Family Patriarch's Little Adventures. Also known as The Dark River's Chaotic Everyday Life. I haven't read the book, so I'm going by the TV adaptation. Apologies for any out-of-character moments. 1kReads8.4Score10114d adds
- 23 Su Changhe Loves Only Su Muyu, and Su Muyu Spoils Only Su Changhe 苏昌河唯爱苏暮雨，苏暮雨唯宠苏昌河 Su Changhe loves only Su Muyu, and Su Muyu dotes only on Su Changhe. 22Reads—Score—14d adds
- 24 Tales of the Dark River: Changmu Tavern: The Dream-Fulfillment Arc 暗河传：昌暮酒馆【圆梦篇】 [Dream Fulfillment + Happy Ending] After the Dark River disbanded, a new and everlasting light dawned beyond the Other Shore. Beneath the moon, a bright shooting star streaked across the rooftops. “Changhe, have you made a wish?” Su Changhe smiled fondly. “I didn’t make a wish.” “Why not?” “Because all my wishes have already come true,” he said softly. “Su Muyu, I’ve had only one wish in this life, and that was to have you by my side.” [Dream Fulfillment: This fulfills my dream, and it can be ta 32Reads—Score—14d adds
- 25 Dark River: Rain Falls on the Long River, Twilight Burns Bright 暗河：雨落长河昌暮灼光 Su Changhe: Su Muyu is my bottom line. Su Muyu: Su Changhe is my bottom line. Su Muyu belongs with me, Su Changhe. Su Changhe and Su Muyu will be together for the rest of their lives. 27Reads—Score—14d adds
- 26 Dark River Fanfic: Su Muyun Is Reborn and Raises Little Changhe 暗河同人苏暮雨重生养小昌河 Without Su Muyu, there would be no Su Changhe. Without Su Changhe, Su Muyu would no longer exist. What would happen if Su Muyu could return to the beginning and raise the young Su Changhe himself? ... Mu-Chang pairing 432Reads7.0Score10414d adds
- 27 Tales of the Dark River: Why Is the Assassin Family’s Accountant Like This? 暗河传：杀手世家的账房先生为何那样？ Dark River Chronicles: Why Is the Assassin Clan’s Accountant Like That? 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 28 The Dark River Is Working Hard to Stay in Business Today, Too 暗河今天也在努力营业 The Dark River Is Still Hard at Work Today 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 29 Film and TV Crossover: My Little Sister Has Been Kidnapped Again! 综影视：妹妹又被拐跑了！ In every world, she is heaven’s beloved, the precious younger sister whom the most powerful figures in the martial world and the imperial court protect with all their hearts. Her brothers are decisive killers or wield power over all. No one dares cross them, and their lifelong mission is to keep their little sister safe and innocent, untouched by hardship and far from evil people. But who could have imagined that, no matter how carefully they guarded her, they still couldn’t keep out the “prett 4.6kReads—Score19914d adds
- 30 Rain Falls Over the Dark River, and the Mad Dog Dotes on Me 暗河渡雨，疯犬偏宠 Against the backdrop of the Dark River's conflicts, the story follows Su Changhe and Su Muyu as their relationship deepens from “close brotherhood” into an all-consuming love. In the end, their love is shaped by their opposing allegiances and the cruel hand of fate. #Su Changhe & Su Muyu #Mutual Redemption & Beauty Taming the Mad Dog 42Reads—Score—14d adds
- 31 New Life in the Dark River: A Murky Rain over Changhe Fanfiction 暗河新生之暮雨昌河同人文 The Dark River is the most mysterious assassin organization in the martial world, governed by strict rules that make it difficult for anyone to leave once they join. Su Muyu was once the Dark River’s sharpest blade, but his compassion gradually makes him waver. Su Changhe, the Dark River’s young master, bears the heavy burden of his family and the organization. He seems cold and ruthless, yet secretly hopes to save Muyu. The two become bound together through a mission, only to hurt each other as 30Reads—Score—14d adds
- 32 Tales of the Dark River: The Black Tortoise Envoy Fights to Claim Him 暗河传：玄武使他又争又抢 Tales of the Dark River: Mu Yumo + Tang Lianyue 1. Lots of headcanon~~ 2. The Lianmo pairing is the main storyline, with several side pairings (Xueyang and Heyu will both appear~) 3. The story continues after the battle in Tianqi City More than a month has passed since the battle in Tianqi City. Tang Lianyue sat alone by the window, polishing a finger blade until its cold sheen gleamed at his fingertips. Su Muyu arrived without a sound. He gently laid an eye-catching wedding invitation, red with 2.2kReads8.0Score11614d adds
- 33 Dark River: Rain Falls on Changming 暗河：雨落昌明 Dark River, the deepest shadow in the martial world, devours the light and gives rise to bonds. He is Su Muyu, the Dark River’s Puppet, a ghost who wields an umbrella. A sword is hidden beneath it, and kindness in his heart. Amid a destiny of slaughter, he searches for a glimmer of light. He is Su Changhe, the Dark River’s Funeral Master, who commands life and death and calculates every move. In eternal darkness, he builds his own order. They are each other’s sharpest blades and most fatal weakn 29Reads—Score—14d adds
- 34 Dark River: Changhe Reflected in the Evening Rain 暗河：昌河映暮雨 - Su Changhe: A top-tier expert who comes across as sinister and unhinged, with a terrible reputation in the martial world. His methods are ruthless, and he never cares about the consequences. The only person he listens to is Su Muyu. He hides an intense possessiveness and is skilled at using a “sweet and innocent” act to compete for Su Muyu’s attention. He has long known that his feelings for Su Muyu go beyond brotherhood, and is certain that Su Muyu is the only one for him. - Su Muyu: A top-t 42Reads—Score—14d adds
- 35 After Being Reborn in Dark River, the Patriarch Only Wants to Win Back His Wife 暗河重生后大家长只想追妻 Su Changhe is reborn on the night the Dark River falls into turmoil. This time, he no longer wants to fight for the Sleeping Dragon Sword. He only wants to hold on to the person who once held an umbrella over him. In his previous life, he lost Su Muyu for the sake of “the Other Shore.” In this life, his Other Shore exists only in Su Muyu's eyes. He inches closer, pretending that each touch is accidental. Their fingertips meet beneath one umbrella in the rain, and their breaths mingle as he tends 37Reads—Score—14d adds
- 36 Tales of the Dark River: Zhaoyun Crosses the Dark River 暗河传：昭云渡暗河 Mu Yunzhao thinks Su Changhe is vicious and a real bastard. She kindly saved his life, but he wanted her to be the Dark River’s “free doctor.” Su Changhe thinks he was incredibly lucky to meet Mu Yunzhao, and to find a clue to the path that could lead the Dark River to the other shore. This may be out of character, and the plot may differ from what you’ve seen. 35Reads—Score—14d adds
- 37 Tales of Dark River: How Many Secret Identities Does the Funeral Master Have? 暗河传：送葬师的马甲有多少？ The Miaojiang Holy Son: Young Lord of the Swordless City. The savage undertaker: The chivalrous ghost beneath the umbrella. There is only one person in this world for whom I would willingly give up everything and stay by his side: Changhe. Some things are beyond compromise. Su Changhe must not die. He is my bottom line. Su Muyu must not die, unless I die first. Otherwise, none of you are allowed to lay a hand on him. When he disguised himself, I found it amusing and couldn’t bring myself to expo 396Reads—Score—14d adds
- 38 Above the Dark River, Your Heart Knows Mine 暗河之上，君心知我 She fell from the palace towers and came to rest above the Dark River. He was a lone blade in the river: Su Changhe. Awakening in the netherworld, she gathered the beggars, established a new order, and vowed to carve out a way forward for all living beings. He scoffed at her naivety, yet willingly became her blade, ready to cleave mountains and seas for her. When she returned from the other shore, she set her sights on the throne. Only then did the world realize that the undertaker who devoured 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 39 Tales of the Dark River: Zhuo Yue’an’s Parallel Jianghu 暗河传：卓月安的平行江湖 If Swordless City had not been destroyed, if his father, Zhuo Yuluo, had not been killed when he was young, and if Zhuo Yue'an had never joined the Dark River or become the Umbrella Ghost Su Muyu, what would his life have been like? This story has no rebirth; it simply hopes to give Zhuo Yue'an a different life. It creates a parallel universe in which “Swordless City was never wiped out.” As an adult, Zhuo Yue'an, who never became Su Muyu, travels the martial world as the “young city lord of Swo 124Reads—Score—14d adds
- 40 Dark River: Different Paths, Same Schemes 暗河：道不同也要为谋 Su Muyu × Su Changhe Muyu-Chang! Muyu-Chang! Muyu-Chang! When Su Changhe is stabbed through the chest by Su Muyu's sword, he looks at him with red-rimmed eyes. “If this is what you want, I won't resist.” As he falls, Su Changhe's eyes are full of hatred. He says to Su Muyu, “If I could live again, I wouldn't walk the same path as you.” Su Changhe opens his eyes again and discovers that he really has been reborn. He is back beneath the red silk tree, at the moment the two made their pact, befo 83Reads6.8Score—14d adds
- 41 Flowing Together in the Dark River 暗河同流 The Dark River is the deepest shadow in the martial world, an assassin organization that cares only about results, not right and wrong. Su Changhe is the future leader of the Dark River. Cunning and ruthless, he believes in power and political maneuvering, making him the perfect heir. Su Muyu is the organization's sharpest weapon. His swordsmanship is unmatched, and he is aloof and proud. Amid endless killing, he holds fast to a secret line he will not cross. Fate binds these two very different 48Reads—Score—14d adds
- 42 Su Changhe Fanfiction: The Gentle Little Poison Fairy 苏昌河同人：温柔小毒仙 After the Tianqi upheaval, Wen Rou, the young poison-wielding heir of the Wen family, rushes off to escape an arranged marriage and visit her older sister, Bai Hehuai, who is recuperating in Medicine King Valley. On the way, she runs into Su Changhe, the mysterious and dangerous patriarch of the Dark River. They go from clashing at every turn to being forced to travel together, becoming a pair of quarrelsome opposites who can’t stand each other. Wen Rou has barely arrived at Medicine King Valley 90Reads—Score—14d adds
- 43 Tales of the Wine Immortal and the Two Dark River Lords 酒仙和暗河双尊的二三事 My new work is out! You’re welcome to read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! This fanfic draws on characters from Dashing Youth and The Dark River. It mainly tells the story of the tangled relationships between Baili Dongjun, Su Muyu, and Su Changhe. I hope you enjoy it! 50Reads—Score—14d adds
- 44 Why Is Lord Kui So Cute Today, Too? 傀大人今天也这么可爱？ Su Changhe once said, “Anyone can die, but Su Muyu must not!” Su Muyu also once said, “Su Changhe must not die!” The way they are devoted to each other has long surpassed countless springs in this world. This story is mainly about all sorts of little tales featuring Changhe and Muyu. You’re welcome to read the full story for free. You won’t regret it! ::ೖ(⑅σ̑ᴗσ̑)ೖ:: 13Reads—Score—14d adds
- 45 Dark River: I Am Su Changhe 暗河：老子苏昌河 This story follows Su Changhe from childhood to the very end. It mainly explores the events before the timeline of Tales of the Dark River, while also adding to the story told in Tales of the Dark River! After watching Tales of the Dark River recently, I was completely captivated by Su Changhe’s charm. I read a bunch of fanfiction, but none of it satisfied me, so I decided to write some myself. The whole story revolves around Su Changhe and the brotherly bond between him and Su Muyu! I want that 393Reads8.2Score10214d adds
- 46 Film and TV Crossover: Character Profiles Across the Ten Thousand Worlds 综影视：万界人设集 She is a traveler who wanders the Myriad Worlds, bearing a mission whose purpose is unknown. Each time she arrives, she must don the mask of a different powerhouse and live out their fate, yet she never loses herself in the role. In the first world, she is “Li Lun” from Tales of the Dark River, clad in black with ink-dark hair and peerless martial prowess. She watches coldly from the sidelines, casually saving Su Changhe, the venomous snake struggling in the mire. From then on, he clings to her 43Reads—Score—14d adds
- 47 Records of Rebirth in the Dark River 暗河重生录 Su Muyu, the Umbrella Ghost of the Dark River, is reborn in anguish after killing his dearest friend, Su Changhe. In this life, he returns with the might of a wandering sword immortal, vowing to turn fate around. He will no longer let blood and violence cloud the eyes of the funeral master. He will stand beside Su Changhe, cut through the royal family's schemes, unravel the martial world’s mysteries, and build a city without swords, guiding the Dark River toward the shore of light. And this path 91Reads6.6Score—14d adds
- 48 Film and TV Crossover: Words Beyond Meaning 综影视：言殊意 [Feel-good story / no fixed pairing / female-lead focused] Yan Shuyi smiled warmly, her eyes crinkling as she spoke in a gentle voice: “Blood? How inelegant.” With a wave of her hand, the person turned to ash. She was once the spirit of an ancient thousand-year-old mountain cherry tree. After grumbling to Heaven that taking human form was too difficult, she was unexpectedly given a green gourd by the Heavenly Dao! From then on, she traveled through three thousand worlds, saving tragic character 679Reads—Score—14d adds
- 49 Film and TV Crossover: Another Day of Breaking Character 综影视：又是崩人设的一天 [OOC / crossover with multiple TV series / a little forced love / redemption / two-faced heroine] The heroine, Su Meng (whose character may change), was an ordinary office worker in the twentieth century. Every day, she went back and forth between home and work. Her only pleasures in life were watching TV dramas and reading novels. One night, while staying up late to watch a show yet again, she suddenly died and unexpectedly transmigrated into a world that combined multiple TV series. Bound to a 44Reads—Score—14d adds
- 50 Above the Dark River, the Evening Rain Returns to Changhe 暗河之上，暮雨归昌 [Before reading: The story takes place after the death of the head of the family, but the only main characters are Chang and Mu. The plot revolves around being reborn and has basically nothing to do with the original story!] [Before reading: This is a Chang-Mu pairing. I only know the story of Dark River from the TV series, so this fic will differ from the original. It also includes fictional places and characters, so please proceed with caution if that bothers you.] At the end of his life, Su C 13Reads—Score—14d adds
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