Books I Really Like 较为心水的书

1 重 Reborn: The Long Road Home 重生之乡路漫长 Under the Snow雪下Modern Romance1.2M WordsOngoing Just as Baoran had finally found peace of mind and was about to begin a new life, everything started over! Was it fate, or someone's doing? Baoran didn't want to know anymore. None of that mattered now. What mattered was that in this life, she would never again miss out on her father, her mother, or her happy family. In this life, she would take her time admiring every view along the way and enjoy it to the fullest! 0Votes441kRecs31.7kFans

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Just when Bao Ran finally felt settled and was about to start a new life, everything started all over again! Was it fate? Or human intervention? Bao Ran didn't want to know anymore. Those things are no longer important. The important thing is that in this life, she never wants to miss out on her father, mother, and happy family again. In this life, every scene should be carefully observed and fully enjoyed!

2 乘 Riding the Phoenix 乘鸾 Yun Ji云芨Ancient Romance1.7M WordsCompleted In her previous life, Mingwei struggled to make ends meet, but in the end she couldn’t change her fate and lost the person dearest to her. When she opened her eyes, she found she had returned to a time seventy years earlier. 1Votes1.5MRecs315.7kFans

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In her past life, Mingwei was exhausted from running around, but ultimately failed to change her fate and lost her most important family member. When she opened her eyes, she found herself back seventy years in the past.

3 庶 The Concubine's Daughter's Strategy (Original Novel of The Sword and the Brocade) 庶女攻略（《锦心似玉》原著） Zhizhi吱吱Ancient Romance2.4M WordsCompleted The original novel of The Sword and the Brocade, starring Wallace Chung and Seven Tan. Birdsong echoes as the distant mountains unfold; mist fills the woods as she wanders alone. In the clear haze, she hears the willows being cut; climbing the tower, she gazes into the distance, waiting for him to come. Amid embroidered silks and jeweled ornaments, she is merely a low-status concubine-born daughter... In short, it is the story of a concubine-born daughter striving to rise! 8Votes2.6MRecs761.5kFans

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The original novel of "The Sword and the Brocade", starring Wallace Chung and Tan Songyun. Birdsong echoes across the distant mountains, while mist lingers alone in the forest. A gentle mist carries the scent of willow branches; I climb the tower to await your arrival. Amidst brocade and jewels, she was merely a lowly concubine's daughter... In short, it's a story of a concubine's daughter's struggle for success!

4 娇 The Art of Coquetry 娇术 Xumi Pupu须弥普普Ancient Romance2.3M WordsCompleted Reborn as an ungrateful refugee girl, she was on the verge of forcing her traveling companion to give his life to save her. Ji Qingling looked at the little boy's name across from her, nearly in tears. “Sir, can we make a deal? They say a prime minister's heart is big enough to sail a boat. Since you're destined to become a great general and minister, could you let me off the hook this once?” 6Votes621.7kRecs608.9kFans

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Reborn as an ungrateful refugee, she is forced to risk her life to save her fellow travelers. Ji Qingling looked at the little boy's name across from her, tears welling up in her eyes: "Grandpa, let's make a deal. They say a prime minister's belly can hold a boat. Since you're going to become a general and a prime minister in the future, can you please let me off this time?"

5 林 The Lin Clan's Glory 林氏荣华 Yu Yuzhu郁雨竹Ancient Romance1.7M WordsCompleted A deity told Lin Qingwan, “You don’t have long to live.” So Lin Qingwan agreed to work for him in another world, taking the place of his sister, who had died young, and raising his daughter. After the deity’s body passed away, his clan and enemies came knocking. Some became obstacles in her path, while others turned into stepping stones. This is the story of a young aunt raising her niece and striving for wealth and glory. Note: The female lead has no romantic pairing. Please think twice before 2Votes123.1kRecs64.7kFans

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A deity told Lin Qingwan, "Your life is nearing its end." So Lin Qingwan agreed to go to another world to work for him, to take the place of his deceased sister, and to raise and care for his daughter. The immortal's physical body was gone, so his clan and enemies came knocking, becoming either stumbling blocks or stepping stones. This is the story of a young aunt who raised her niece and worked hard to achieve wealth and prosperity. Note: The female protagonist in this story does not have a romantic partner. Please do not click if you mind this. My writing quality is guaranteed. My new book, *The Rice Eaters of the Wei and Jin Dynasties*, has been published. Please stay tuned. She has completed five books, including "Reborn Wife Farming" and "Lucky Little Farm Girl".

6 娱 Entertainment Headlines 娱乐圈头条 Wan'erwr莞尔wrModern Romance1.7M WordsCompleted From the cherished daughter of the Feng family, she is reborn as a newcomer from a poor family, wholly determined to enter the entertainment industry by relying on her beauty. 5Votes1.5MRecs584.7kFans

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Reborn from the wealthy Feng family, she is a newcomer from a poor family who desperately wants to enter the entertainment industry with her beauty.

7 九 Ninth Imperial Glorious Phoenix 九阙凤华 Yi Qianzhong意千重Ancient Romance1.9M WordsCompleted She was the daughter of a powerful minister and the empress dowager's own niece, cherished by everyone. But she gave her heart to the man who would ruin her beyond redemption, and could only drag him down with her. Now Fu Mingzhu has been reborn. Watch as she wipes away her past humiliation, takes on her enemies, and boldly calls off her engagement. She swears to rise above them all, turning the world upside down with a wave of her hand! The new novel, "The Phoenix Gate's Legitimate Daughter", i 0Votes22.5kRecs52.6kFans

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She was the daughter of a powerful minister and the niece of the Empress Dowager, showered with affection; yet she mistakenly fell in love with the man who would bring her utter ruin, and had no choice but to take him down with her. Now, Fu Mingzhu is fortunate enough to be reborn. Let's see how she avenges her past humiliations, fights her enemies, and bravely breaks off her engagement. She vows to become a person of great power, capable of turning the world upside down with a flick of her wrist! My new book, "The Eldest Daughter of the Phoenix Clan," has been released. Welcome to the story!

8 天 Destined to Be a Queen 天命为凰 Yun Ji云芨Xianxia Romance1.8M WordsCompleted Lu Mingshu has never believed in fate. Not when her father remarried and her family fell apart, nor when she was abandoned in a mountain valley to fend for herself. Not when she lacked the resources to cultivate, and even less when everyone turned against her. She clawed her way up from the dust, and in a single day soared to the clouds, drawing the world’s attention! If justice won’t come to me, I’ll take it for myself. If fate won’t grant me a way forward, I’ll carve one out. So what if fate h 0Votes1.3MRecs821.6kFans

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Lu Mingshu never believed in fate. He didn't believe it when his father remarried and his family was ruined, and he still didn't believe it when he was abandoned in the valley to fend for himself. They don't believe it when they lack resources and find it difficult to cultivate, and they believe it even less when faced with condemnation from everyone. Little by little, they rise from the dust, and in one day they soar to the top, attracting the world's attention! Since justice will not come to me, I will go and get it myself. If fate is unkind, I will forge my own path to survival. What does fate matter? I will become a phoenix! "What a heartless woman! She risked her life for you, schemed and plotted for you, and even stood up against the world for you. Aren't you even a little bit moved?" "Yes, what do you like about a heartless woman like me?"

9 许 I Wish You a Thousand Radiant Lights 许你万丈光芒好 Jiong Jiong You Yao囧囧有妖Modern Romance2.3M WordsCompleted “You saved me, so I’ll have my daddy repay you with his whole self!” Ning Xi accidentally rescued a little dumpling, only to have a big dumpling thrown in as a bonus. After they married, Lu Tingxiao doted on his wife and did everything she said. When it came to making single people jealous, he didn’t even spare his own son. “Boss, you’re really letting Madam take the company and play with it? What if she wants to sell it? You won’t stop her?” “Is she selling your company?” “Young Master, somethi 0Votes130.9kRecs451.9kFans

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"You saved me, I'll make my daddy marry you!" Ning Xi accidentally saved a little bun, and ended up getting a big bun as a bonus. After marriage, Lu Tingxiao doted on his wife and was extremely obedient to her. When he wanted to show affection, he didn't even spare his own son. "Boss, did you really give the company to Madam to play with? Are you saying you won't care if she wants to sell the company?" "Sell your company?" "Young Master, something terrible has happened! Madam says she's going to tear the roof off!" "Go and help Madam hold up the ladder." "Daddy, thank you for buying the big bear for Xiaobao!" "That's for your mom." "Honey, I really love this script, can I take it?" Lu Tingxiao replied calmly, "Yes." That night, Ning Xi scrambled out of the house. Lu Tingxiao! You bastard!!! Formerly known as "Hidden Marriage 100 Points: A Fiery Wife Comes with a Bonus Gift", and published as "A Gentleman's Gratitude".

10 卿 Come Eat, Qingqing 卿卿来吃 Yi Qianzhong意千重Ancient Romance193k WordsCompleted Her grandfather’s secret recipes drive a wedge between childhood sweethearts who have been apart for years. A food lover’s stubborn devotion helps her recognize the depth of true love. Liang Fengge: Zhu Qingqing, run again and see what I do to you! Zhu Qingqing: I’m not running. I’m walking. Published in both simplified and traditional Chinese editions under the title "Qingqing".h 0Votes780Recs11.3kFans

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Grandfather's top-secret recipe sowed discord between childhood sweethearts who had been separated for many years. The foodie's stubborn persistence taught her to discern the depth of love. Liang Fengge: Zhu Qingqing, if you dare to run again, I'll teach you a lesson! Zhu Qingqing: I won't run, I'll walk. It has been published in both simplified and traditional Chinese characters, under the title "Qingqing".

11 花 The Splendid Flowers 花开锦绣 Zhizhi吱吱Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted The Fu family was renowned for its generations of scholars. Its most famous distinction wasn't an imperial title as Crown Prince's Grand Tutor or producing a top-ranking graduate, but the three chastity arches at its gate. Fu Tingyun, the Fu family's ninth young lady, was said to be blessed with both wisdom and good fortune. She never imagined that her cousin would solemnly claim they were lovers, leaving her with nowhere to turn... When one door closes, another opens. She finally understood tha 1Votes372.3kRecs209.7kFans

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The Fu family, known for its tradition of scholarship and poetry, is most famous not for being granted the title of Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince or for achieving the highest rank in the imperial examinations, but for the three chastity arches erected at their gate. Fu Tingyun, the ninth young lady of the Fu family, who was known for her good fortune and wisdom, never expected that her cousin would so confidently claim to have an affair with her, leaving her almost desperate... What is lost on one front is gained on another. It turns out that as long as she lives on with strength, she can bloom like a flower amidst the hustle and bustle of the world, and have a bright future. ※※※※※ Updated around 7 PM daily! Group number: 62133879. Everyone is welcome to join us. The novels "Peace is Precious", "Good Things Take Time", and "The Strategy of a Concubine's Daughter" are already completed. I guarantee they will be completed in a series of installments, so you can jump in with confidence! O(∩_∩)O~

12 皇 The Empress Is Fiercer Than a Tiger 皇后猛于虎 Song Yu宋御Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted The most satisfying thing about being reborn is taking revenge on your enemies step by step, but she was reborn as her own enemy. As a second-best option, she at least had to make a name for herself and live a vibrant, fulfilling life. But tormented by vengeful ghosts, she was plagued by bad luck all the way. Xie Jiu angrily flipped the table: When this tiger shows her claws, you think she is a sick cat? Stirring up storms, manipulating the court, dominating the emperor, ruling the imperial hare 1Votes21kRecs28.9kFans

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The most satisfying thing about being reborn is taking revenge on your enemies step by step. But she was reborn as her enemy. As a last resort, one should at least strive to make a name for oneself and live a vibrant and fulfilling life. But she was haunted by a vengeful ghost, and her bad luck continued to worsen. Xie Jiu angrily slammed the table: "Just because I'm not showing my teeth doesn't mean you can take me for a pushover!" Stirring up storms, manipulating the court, dominating the emperor, and reigning supreme in the harem. There's nothing I wouldn't dare to do! P. S. Duangduangduang! I've started a new story! "My Wife is Fiercerable as a Tiger"—I hope you'll all support it!

13 炮 Memoirs of a Cannon Fodder Cultivator 炮灰修仙记事 Pale Ink Stains the Snow浅墨染雪Xianxia Romance958k WordsCompleted A transmigrated heroine and a reborn supporting female character. Just these two phrases are enough to tell you what kind of clichéd melodrama is in store. Jing Ge, caught in the middle, was extremely depressed. She seriously suspected that she had taken a wrong turn when she transmigrated. Why had she ended up in the world of a cultivation novel? She had even been reborn as the first and most aggrieved cannon fodder in the novel… She had originally planned to hide to one side and watch the 0Votes19.5kRecs34.4kFans

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The transmigrated female lead and the reborn female supporting character—just those two phrases tell you how melodramatic this is. Caught in the middle, Jin Ge is incredibly frustrated. She seriously suspects she took the wrong path when she transmigrated, ending up in a cultivation novel world. And to make matters worse, she was reborn as the first pathetic cannon fodder character... She wanted to stay out of the way and watch the drama unfold, but first she got caught in the crossfire of the female supporting character's battles, and then the female lead stole the opportunity she'd been patiently waiting for. Jin Ge, filled with grief and indignation, rebelled, dedicating herself to the great cause of twisting the plot... The plot has gone awry, though; her experiences are getting increasingly bizarre. What?! A cheat code?! Jin Ge chuckled...

14 无 The Unprincipled Fairy 无良仙灵 Sun Jiuniang孙九娘Xianxia Romance1.6M WordsCompleted A naturally sly young woman can still make a wrong turn and stumble into a wicked sect on the edge of the wasteland. Luckily, she’s got a worthless life that won’t break, even if she’s beaten, dropped, or smashed. Cultivation is hard because people are so hard to read, and obstacles lie in every direction. Cultivation is easy when I answer to myself alone. System: Don’t expect me to obediently do 0Votes27.6kRecs14.9kFans

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Even a cunning girl can go astray and stumble into the evil sect of the wasteland. Fortunately, I have a fragile life; I can't be killed, broken, or knocked apart. Cultivation is difficult because people's hearts are unpredictable, and one encounters obstacles everywhere. Cultivation is easy; my heart is in my own hands, not in the hands of others. My new book, "The Eldest Sister's Difficulties in the System," has been uploaded. System: Don't expect me to do the tasks honestly, I'm just here to make things difficult for you!

15 农 Chronicles of a Farming Family 农家记事 White Sugar Pastry白糖酥Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted A farming family makes its home in the mountains, with three parts mountain, one part water, and six parts fields. Within a snail shell, they build a splendid sanctuary; a harmonious family and thriving livelihood bring good fortune and health! A farming tale: raising silkworms and weaving, but mostly farming! 0Votes49.8kRecs24.8kFans

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Farmers' children diligently live in the mountains. Three mountains and one water divide the fields into six parts. Cleverly making a ritual within a snail shell, May your family be harmonious, your business prosper, and may you enjoy good fortune and health! Farming literature, about farming, silkworms, weaving, and everything else!

16 妙 A Taste of Magic 妙味 Li Piao Honglou李飘红楼Ancient Romance2.4M WordsCompleted The Western cuisine head chef Su Miao, known as the "Culinary Demon God," had barely transmigrated when a basin of melodrama was dumped over her head: The family business went bankrupt, her father died of illness, and her fiancé ran away with the family's secret recipes. All that remained were one sharp-tongued grandmother, one biased mother, a vain elder sister who valued money above all else, a thuggish and violent younger sister, and a gentle, virtuous younger brother with a feminine nature. 0Votes166.6kRecs37.3kFans

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The Western-style chef Su Miaocai, known as the "Cooking Demon," was doused with a bucket of dog blood the moment she transmigrated: Her family business went bankrupt, her father passed away, and her fiancé absconded with the family's secret recipe. The remaining family consists of a mean-spirited grandmother, a biased mother, a money-grubbing, infatuated eldest sister, a roguish and violent third sister, and a gentle and virtuous but effeminate fourth brother. This family seems to be a bunch of oddballs. But don't worry, let me, the all-powerful time-traveling woman, lead you to wealth and prosperity, and make you the best in the world in terms of self-cultivation and family harmony! One day, they suddenly found a hairy ape. Beneath its tattered clothes lay a pair of skillful hands that could cook delicious food and a handsome face. When modern techniques meet ancient styles, and when East meets West in a clash with traditional delicacies— A woman smiled sweetly, wagging the big gray wolf's tail: "Little Weiwei, as colleagues, we should help each other. Let's get along well!" A new fan group for "Dream of the Red Chamber" has been created: 549494839. Welcome to join! My new book, "The Glory of Phoenix," is currently being serialized. Please give it your support!

17 桃 Tales of Farming in Taocun Village 桃家村种田轶事 Little Deng Wa小等娃Ancient Romance517k WordsCompleted This story is about the simple farming life of Third Master Tao's family in a remote mountain hollow in Shuzhou: they work from sunrise to sunset, carefully tend their fields, and reap their harvest. There are no court intrigues, just the hard work of farming; no household rivalries to cause trouble, just loving elders, filial children, and a warm, harmonious home. There is no single hero or heroine, just a whole family, each with their own part to play. There are no dramatic twists and turns, j 0Votes3.2kRecs7.1kFans

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This story mainly depicts the rural life of Master Tao's family in a remote mountain valley in Shuzhou, where they work from sunrise to sunset. There are no court intrigues, only meticulous farming and harvesting; no domestic power struggles, only filial piety and harmony; no specific male or female protagonists, only each member of the family having their own role; no dramatic ups and downs, only the ordinary stories of raising children and raising family members. Book lovers who enjoy this genre should definitely check it out!

18 世 A Noble Marriage 世婚 Yi Qianzhong意千重Ancient Romance1.5M WordsCompleted Their families arranged their marriage for generations to come, with no regard for love, only to unite two surnames. She withered like a spring flower, only to be reborn. Her circumstances were the same, but her life took a different path. She knew what would happen along the way, but couldn’t guess how it would end. Being reborn wasn’t just about revenge. Being reborn didn’t offer an opportunity to her alone. She had been reborn to prevent tragedy and bring greater happiness to more people. *, 0Votes369kRecs397.3kFans

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For generations, marriages have been arranged, without regard to love or affection, solely for the benefit of the two families. Like spring flowers, they wither and then are reborn. The same circumstances, but vastly different lives. She knew the process, but could not guess the ending. Rebirth is not just for revenge. Rebirth wasn't just a chance for her alone. Rebirth was originally intended to prevent tragedy and bring more happiness to more people. Male protagonist: I wish to win the heart of one person and stay together until our hair turns white. Female lead: Hmm, that sounds nice. But husband, shall I manage all the gold, silver, and land? P. S.: The quality of this series is guaranteed, but proceed with caution. The male lead's description makes it very clear, so if you don't like it, don't read it!

19 重 Reborn: A World of Students and Peach Blossoms 重生之桃李满天下 Yu Yuzhu郁雨竹Ancient Romance2.3M WordsCompleted Li Baolu had been foolish and slow-witted for three years. When she finally came to her senses, her family was no longer a family, and her grandfather and parents had all died in a maritime disaster. To survive, her grandmother sent her to the Gu family as a child bride. She had already prepared herself mentally for a bleak life of laboring in the fields, but what was she supposed to do when she arrived at their home and found herself cherished like the apple of everyone’s eye? The new book, “Th 0Votes66kRecs49.8kFans

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For three years, Li Baolu was mentally challenged. When she finally came to her senses, her home was no longer home; her grandfather and parents had all perished in a shipwreck. To survive, her grandmother sent her to the Gu family as a young wife. She had already prepared herself for a life of hard labor and misery, but what could she do when she was pampered and treated like a princess in their home? My new book, "The Rice Eaters of the Wei and Jin Dynasties," has been published. Please stay tuned. Please feel free to jump into this pit. Completed works include "Reborn Wife Farming", "Lucky Little Farm Girl", "The Glory of the Lin Family" and "Returning to the Countryside".

20 仙 Immortal Stew 仙炖 Yu Xuanran羽轩冉Xianxia Romance1.6M WordsCompleted This is not a stir-fry novel, not a steamed-dish novel, not a stew novel. It really is not a cooking novel, ah! What should a woman who fears dirt and pain, bugs and ghosts do after she transmigrates into a cultivation world filled with brutal competition and monsters everywhere?! Lin Qing: “The immortal path is long. Let’s see how I grow stronger and carve out a different path as a gossip-loving supporting female character!... But Wu Si, do I really not have the bloodline that gathers we 5Votes185.6kRecs103.5kFans

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This is not a cooking article, not a steamed dish article, not a stewed dish article, it's really not a cooking article! What should a girl who's afraid of dirt, pain, insects, and ghosts do when she transmigrates to a fiercely competitive world of cultivation, teeming with demonic beasts?! Lin Qing: "The path to immortality is long and arduous. Watch how I grow strong and forge a unique path for a gossip-loving female supporting character! ... But May Fourth, do I really lack the bloodline to accumulate wealth?"

21 小 Xiao Yi's Farming Journal 小乙种田记 Little Deng Wa小等娃Ancient Romance843k WordsCompleted This is the story of an ordinary woman who transmigrates to the ancient countryside, grows a little food, gets a little richer, makes a little money, and finds herself a husband. 0Votes33.8kRecs17.4kFans

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This is the story of an ordinary woman who travels through time to an ancient rural area, where she farms, gets rich, makes a fortune, and gets married.

22 一 A Hard Road to Immortality 一仙难求 Yun Ji云芨Xianxia Romance2.2M WordsCompleted As a female cultivator, there are countless obstacles to overcome on the path to immortality. Talent, cultivation methods, pills, and magical treasures: you can't do without any of them. Love, weakness, mercy, and greed: you can't afford too much of any of them. Without the former, cultivation is too slow. With too much of the latter, you're doomed too soon. On top of that, your looks must be just right, and your wisdom neither too much nor too little. The new book, Destiny's Chosen Phoen 1Votes814kRecs244.9kFans

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As a female cultivator, there are too many difficulties to overcome on the path to immortality. Qualifications, cultivation techniques, elixirs, and magical treasures—none of them can be missing. Emotion, weakness, kindness, greed—none of these can be excessive. Without the former, cultivation is too slow; with too much of the latter, it cools down too quickly. Even more importantly, one's appearance should be neither too good nor too bad, and one's intelligence should be neither too much nor too little. My new book, *Destined to Be a Phoenix*, can be found at http://www.qdmm.com/MMWeb/1003310469.aspx Please show your support!

23 仙 Atlas of Immortal Spirits 仙灵图谱 Yun Ji云芨Xianxia Romance3.8M WordsCompleted Ten thousand years ago, a catastrophe that nearly brought down the heavens severed the Cangming Realm from all other realms, cutting off the path to the heavens. Ten thousand years later, the thirteenth-generation Master of Heavenly Secrets finally declared: the path to the heavens will open in this generation! Watch as I wield the Immortal Spirit Atlas and open the path to the heavens. My new book, Fate of the Phoenix: http://www.qdmm.com/MMWeb/1003310469.aspx Please show it lots of s 8Votes1.2MRecs215.9kFans

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Ten thousand years ago, a cataclysmic disaster shook the heavens and isolated the Cangming Realm from all other realms, severing the Great Path to Heaven. Ten thousand years later, the thirteenth generation Tianjizi finally spoke and declared: The path to heaven will open in this generation! Behold, I carry the Immortal Spirit Chart and open the path to the heavens. My new book, *Destined to Be a Phoenix*, can be found at http://www.qdmm.com/MMWeb/1003310469.aspx Please show your support!

24 末 Doomsday Wonderland 末日乐园 Complete from Head to Tail须尾俱全Space Sci-Fi7.2M WordsCompleted [The author’s 2024 new novel, False Image Report, is being serialized.] [The author’s 2023 new novel, Wild Deer Convenience Store, a horror novella, is complete and ready to read.] “I think... my boyfriend might be trying to kill me.” Lin Sanjiu murmured. Thinking of her wealthy, handsome, and gentle boyfriend, she couldn’t help shivering all over. The apocalypse, a living hell ushered in by the people around her, was hurtling toward her. This is not a wish-fulfillment novel. 80Votes9.4MRecs3.2MFans

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[My new book, "The Report on Artifacts," will be serialized in 2024.] [New book released in 2023, "Wild Deer Convenience Store," a short horror story, is now complete and available for reading.] "I think... My boyfriend might want to kill me." Lin Sanjiu murmured. Thinking of her wealthy, handsome, and gentle boyfriend, she couldn't help but shudder. The apocalyptic hell was unveiled by those closest to him. It was hurtling towards her. **This is not a wish-fulfillment story.**