The Green Hills Remain, While the Sunset Glows Again! Historical Bookshelf 青山依旧在，几度夕阳红！【历史书单】

1 夺 The Struggle for the Throne in the Jiajing Era 夺嫡在嘉靖朝 Night Star Moonlight Words夜星月语Historical962k WordsOngoing In the twenty-eighth year of the Jiajing reign of the Great Ming, the Crown Prince died, leaving the succession vacant. The struggle between Prince Yu and Prince Jing would determine countless lives, fortunes, and reputations. On one side stood Zhu Zaiji, Prince Yu, first in line by age. Backed by the court’s upright officials and invoking ancestral precedent, he was regarded by the scholarly world as the obvious choice for Crown Prince. On the other stood Zhu Zaizhen, Prince Jing. With Grand Se 887Votes132.3kRecs446.7kFans

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In the 28th year of the Jiajing reign of the Ming Dynasty, the Crown Prince died, leaving the position of heir apparent vacant. The struggle between Yu and Jing involved the lives, honors, and disgrace of countless people. On one side was Prince Yu, Zhu Zaiji, who held the position of eldest son and had a court full of upright officials. In accordance with ancestral rules, he was regarded by the literati as the rightful heir apparent. Meanwhile, Prince Jing, Zhu Zaizhen, had the support of Grand Secretary Yan Song, whose protégés and former officials were pushing for him to become the Crown Prince in order to perpetuate the power of Yan's faction. At this time, Zhang Juzheng and Gao Gong were still in the Hanlin Academy, while Hu Zongxian, Yu Dayou, Qi Jiguang, Zhao Zhenji, and Hai Rui had not yet risen to high positions. The overall situation of the country was still uncertain, and the integrity of these renowned officials had not yet been revealed. The Jiajing Emperor, obsessed with immortality, merely lowered his eyes and cast a cold, scrutinizing gaze upon the smoke rising from the alchemical furnace in the Western Garden.

2 三 Three Kingdoms: Cross the River by Following the Sima Clan 三国：摸着司马家过河 Fish of the Firmament苍穹之鱼Historical842k WordsCompleted Do you know how to write the word “loyalty” in my name, Deng Zhong? My father and I have been unswervingly loyal to the Sima clan for decades. No one understands loyalty better than I do. What? You don't believe me? Then today, let the Luo River bear witness. My loyalty to the Jin court is like the surging waters of the Luo, flowing on without end... Also known as: No One Can Stand in the Way of My Loyalty to the Sima Family, Not Even the Sima Family! 1Votes7.4kRecs16.6kFans

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Do you know how to write the character "" (zhong, loyalty) in my name, Deng Zhong? My father and I have been loyal to the Sima family for decades. No one understands how to be loyal better than me, Deng Zhong. What? You don't believe me? Then let us swear an oath by the Luo River today: my loyalty to the Jin Dynasty is like the surging Luo River, endless and unending... This book is also known as: No one can stop my loyalty to the Sima family, not even the Sima family!

3 北 A Guide to Time-Traveling in the Northern Song 北宋穿越指南 Wang Zijun王梓钧Historical4.1M WordsCompleted If you transmigrate back to the Song Dynasty, should you compose poetry and enjoy romance? Or raise an army and vie for supremacy? Either way, first things first: fill your stomach. 55Votes1.4MRecs2.6MFans

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If you were to travel back to the Song Dynasty, would you be composing poems and indulging in romance and poetry? Or should we prepare for war and strive for supremacy? Regardless, let's fill our stomachs first.

4 单 A Solo Game in the Northern and Southern Dynasties 单机南北朝 Fat Bird Goes First肥鸟先行Historical1.8M WordsCompleted In the first year of the Shen Gui era of Northern Wei, twenty years after Emperor Xiaowen moved the capital to Luoyang. Later generations know only that “the Southern Dynasties had four hundred and eighty temples,” but few realize that Luoyang, the divine capital of the Northern Dynasties, was also filled with the sound of Buddhist chants and temples at every turn. Su Ze transmigrated into a Han Chinese soldier in the Imperial Guard and awakened a single-player System. He knew that behind Luoyan 0Votes51.7kRecs147kFans

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In the first year of the Shengui era of the Northern Wei Dynasty, twenty years after Emperor Xiaowen moved the capital to Luoyang. Later generations only know about the "four hundred and eighty temples of the Southern Dynasties," but they do not know that Luoyang, the capital of the Northern Dynasties, was also bustling with Buddhist chants and full of monasteries at that time. Su Ze transmigrated into the body of a Han soldier in the Imperial Guard and awakened a single-player system. He knew that behind the layers of Buddhist pagodas in Luoyang lay the countless bones of the border people of the Six Garrisons. The Rebellion of the Six Garrisons and the Incident at Heyin marked the end of the chaotic Jin Dynasty and the prelude to the prosperous Sui and Tang Dynasties. Years later, Su Ze watched as Erzhu Rong drowned two thousand officials in Heyin, and could only lament that General Tianzhu had killed too few. The great task of restoring the world to unity still belongs to us!

5 鹅 The Goose's Three Kingdoms 鹅的三国 Zhong Geng中更Historical2.0M WordsCompleted At the end of the second month of the seventh year of Jian’an, the White Goose Bandits rose in Mengze. At the time, Cao Gong was stationed in Chenliu, while the bandits fled far away, crossing the region and killing the magistrate of Xiayi. Several thousand bandits surrounded Xiao County, but could not breach its sturdy walls. With the commandery and state troops yet to arrive, they eventually fled toward the Si River. The year was 404 of the Han dynasty, or the seventh year of Jian’an. And so t 0Votes33.1kRecs38.9kFans

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At the end of February in the seventh year of Jian'an, the White Goose Bandits rose up in Mengze. At that time, Cao Cao's troops were in Chenliu. The bandits fled far away and killed the magistrate of Xiayi. Several thousand bandits surrounded Xiao, but the city was strong and could not be breached. Before the troops from the prefecture and state arrived, they fled to Sishui. The year 404 of the Han Dynasty, which is the seventh year of the Jian'an era. So this story begins in the early spring of 404 AD.

6 兰 Lanfang 兰芳 Yu Yan御炎Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Zhao Xuening can swear that at first, all he wanted was to make something of himself so he would never have to live hand to mouth, sleeping rough and wondering where his next meal would come from. But who could have guessed that while he threw himself into that goal, he would try a little too hard? The Dutch, who had dominated the Spice Seas for over a century, were sent packing, and he even worked hard enough to bring the Lan Fang Republic into being. That one little mishap set him on a path of 0Votes76.9kRecs257.5kFans

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Zhao Xuening can swear that initially, he really just wanted to make something of himself so that he wouldn't have to live that precarious, wind-swept life anymore. But who knew that when he was working hard toward this goal, he accidentally went too far, and the Dutch, who had dominated the spice seas for over a hundred years, capsized, and the Lanfang Republic was built by his efforts. This one careless step made it impossible for him to stop his careless pace. As a result, the Dutch suffered, the Spanish suffered, and the Siamese, the South Vietnamese, the Burmese, the Japanese, and the British—anyone who was targeted by him suffered. After wreaking havoc on a bunch of neighboring countries, large and small, Zhao Xuening finally turned his attention to the north, to the colossal, ancient empire. Hongli, are you ready? I'm here!

7 晋 The Long Sword at the End of Jin 晋末长剑 Lone Wheat Farmer孤独麦客Historical5.1M WordsCompleted As the Tang poet Xu Yin wrote in his poem “The Two Jins”: “Deep schemes across three generations laid the foundations of an empire. What a pity for the widow and orphan. Cheng Ji’s crime brought Heaven’s wrath; the spear that struck a wise ruler is mourned for all eternity.” The Western Jin came to power through illegitimate means and made far too many mistakes, inheriting every ill that had accumulated since the Eastern Han and the Three Kingdoms. By the end of the Jin dynasty, the damage had b 123Votes2MRecs2.1MFans

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As the Tang Dynasty poet Xu Yin wrote in his poem "The Two Jin Dynasties": "Three generations of deep schemes laid the foundation for the imperial dynasty, but pitiful were the widows and orphans. The blame fell on Cheng Ji, a crime that incurred the wrath of Heaven, and the act of offending a wise ruler brought eternal sorrow." The Western Jin Dynasty acquired its rule illegitimately, made too many mistakes, and inherited many of the drawbacks from the Eastern Han and Three Kingdoms periods. By the end of the Jin Dynasty, the problems had become too deep-seated to be reversed, and it was urgent to rebuild the empire's values ​​and ruling system. But history did not give them that opportunity, as the saying goes, "Who knew that those with high noses could know numbers, and they vied to win battle flags in the Central Plains." Those who reap what they sow will not live. The time traveler arrives at the end of the Western Jin Dynasty, which is gradually collapsing. All he can do is survive.

8 横 Wielding the Blade Across the Sixteen Kingdoms 横刀十六国 Fish of the Firmament苍穹之鱼Historical1.6M WordsCompleted When the Five Barbarians ravaged China, the Chinese court and gentry fled south, and the northern lands fell into ruin, even barbarians and beasts like you dared to call themselves emperors. How much more, then, should the heroes of the Central Plains be entitled to become emperors! 5Votes50.2kRecs147.8kFans

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During the chaos of the Five Barbarian Tribes, the elite fled south, and the northern lands fell into ruin. Even you barbarians and beasts dared to call yourselves emperors. How much more so should we, the heroes of the Central Plains, be allowed to call ourselves emperors!

9 我 I Studied Abroad in the Modern Era 我在现代留过学 Yao Li Stabs Jing Ke要离刺荆轲Historical4.3M WordsOngoing The Son of Heaven is born of Heaven and Earth, and is Heaven’s own son! Some say the Son of Heaven is the father and mother of the people, and rules the world as its king! And I was once the Son of Heaven! I inherited the legacy of six generations and carried forward the late emperor’s ambitions. I punished the western rebels and put the old faction in its place. Whatever I set out to do, I accomplished; whoever I attacked, I defeated. I swept away a century of accumulated ills in the Great Song 152Votes553.1kRecs961.2kFans

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The so-called Son of Heaven is one whose father is Heaven and mother is Earth; he is the son of Heaven! Some say: The emperor is the father and mother of the people, and the king of the world! And I, I was once the Son of Heaven! Inheriting the legacy of six generations, and carrying on the aspirations of the late emperor. We will punish the Western traitors and the old regime, doing everything we can and conquering everything we attack, sweeping away the century-old ills of the Song Dynasty, so that the might of Heaven may spread far and wide, and the ugly Di people will be shaken to their core! Unfortunately, fate was cruel; he died young! Fortunately, Heaven took pity on me and allowed me to be reborn nine hundred years later, to study in the modern world, and to experience the greatness of science! Now! I have returned from my studies abroad, and I am young again. With a three-foot sword in hand, I ask you, my ministers: When will we be able to bind the azure dragon?

10 衣EN No Retreat South 衣冠不南渡 The Historian's Wolf历史系之狼Historical2.5M WordsCompleted The ancient empire has fallen, and jackals watch hungrily from the sidelines. Cao Mao never wanted to become an emperor. It is just that the Wei and Jin dynasties know no elegance, and white bones lie everywhere. Thinking of the great catastrophe that will befall Huaxia fifty years from now, Cao Mao can only mount the war chariot once more and launch a final charge. The Han and its traitors cannot coexist! The cultured people must not flee south! Sima clan, aristocratic families, Five Barbarian 6Votes403.4kRecs3.4MFans

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The ancient empire has fallen, and wolves are eyeing it covetously. Cao Mao never wanted to be an emperor; however, the Wei and Jin dynasties were far from romantic, and the land was littered with bones. Thinking of the great catastrophe that would befall China fifty years later, Cao Mao had no choice but to once again mount his chariot and launch a final assault. The Han and the traitors cannot coexist! The gentry will not flee south! The Sima clan, powerful families, the Five Barbarian tribes—all those scoundrels who want to destroy China, I'll fight you to the death! Also known as "The Plan to Continue the Han Dynasty with the Tang Dynasty", "Indeed, He Has the Style of Cao Cao", "Your Majesty is the Leader of the Rebels", etc.

11 匡 Restoring the Han Dynasty 匡扶汉室 July New Releases七月新番Historical158k WordsOngoing In the thirteenth year of Jian'an, at Changban Slope in Dangyang, the Liu Bei faction faced its darkest hour. Cao Cao’s army had won a great victory, Liu Bei had suffered a crushing defeat, and he fled, leaving his wife and children behind. But A Dou was not the only child left behind. A transmigrator, reborn for a second life, became Zhang Shao, Zhang Fei’s second son, only to find himself imprisoned in Cao Cao’s camp. Ten thousand cavalry thundered by the river as fierce tigers roared; a thous 0Votes67.7kRecs104kFans

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In the thirteenth year of Jian'an (208 AD), at Changban Slope in Dangyang, Liu Bei's group faced its darkest hour. Cao Cao's army won a great victory, and Liu Bei suffered a crushing defeat, abandoning his wife and children in flight. However, A Dou was not the only child left behind there. A time traveler is reborn as Zhang Shao, the second son of Zhang Fei, only to be imprisoned in Cao Cao's camp. With ten thousand cavalrymen roaring like tigers on the riverbank and a thousand ships ablaze with torches, the Battle of Red Cliffs is imminent. Zhang Shao resolves to use his wisdom and courage to restore light to his own and the Shu Han dynasty's future! PS: This book is also known as "The July Edition of the Three Kingdoms", "My Father Zhang Yide", and "Shao Han". Book club: 903794386.

12 后 The Last Light of the Later Ming 后明余晖 Ping Hai of the Hanlin Academy of Shenzhou神州翰林院的平海Historical2.5M WordsCompleted Thanks to an elder whose origins are unknown, the decaying dynasty is reborn in another form, surviving for more than two hundred years thereafter. Then, across the vast Pacific, steel, explosives, and oil will compose the most magnificent tableau in human history. So, for the ancient Ming Empire, is this truly a final resurgence before its death? ˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉ "How can this Z Fleet have five battleships?" "Can the Shermans still run rampant on the islands?" "Can the Mustangs and Corsairs still dom 2Votes109.3kRecs258.9kFans

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Thanks to an unknown predecessor, the corrupt dynasty was reborn in another form and went on for more than two hundred years. Afterwards, on the vast Pacific Ocean, steel, explosives, and oil will form the most magnificent picture in human history. So, for the ancient Ming Empire, was this merely a last gasp before its demise? ˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉ How come this Z Fleet has five battleships? Can Sherman still reign supreme on the island? Can wild horses and pirates still roam the skies with impunity? ˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉˉ [This is a fictional story; please do not relate it to reality.] [No harem, a single female lead in a sense.] [No system, not a beginner's story.]

13 顽 The Rogue 顽贼 Duke Who Stole the Deer夺鹿侯Historical3.2M WordsOngoing The second year of Chongzhen, Great Ming Empire. The once-powerful empire stood on the verge of collapse. Within its borders, a courier from Yinchuan raised his arm and took up arms, splintering the realm. Beyond them, the new ruler of Jianzhou waged war in every direction, leading his forces through the passes. Amid the drought that swept across Shaanxi, Liu Chengzong strode across the parched, thousand-mile wasteland, head held high. 20Votes465.9kRecs258.7kFans

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The second year of the Chongzhen Emperor's reign in the Ming Dynasty. The once mighty empire is about to collapse. Inside, a postman from Yinchuan brandished his spear, tearing the land apart. Externally, the new ruler of Jianzhou launched campaigns in the east and west, leading his troops into the pass. Amidst the devastating drought that swept through Shaanxi, Liu Chengzong strode confidently forward, his feet firmly planted on the barren land.

14 家 My Big Brother Is Zhu Youxiao 家兄朱由校 North City Two Thousand北城二千Historical4.0M WordsCompleted In 1620, the Ming Dynasty changed emperors three times, while the iron-headed Nurhaci was still locked in a fierce struggle with Xiong Tingbi over Shenyang. The finest troops on the East Asian battlefield, the White-Pole Soldiers and Qi Family Army, had only just set off north. The situation was still favorable. Lu Xiangsheng was buried in his books, while Sun Chuanting was still a humble county magis 6Votes82.5kRecs383.3kFans

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My new book, "Returning to Righteousness, Not Tang," has been released. Please enjoy it. In 1620, the Ming Dynasty changed three emperors, and Nurhaci, the stubborn one, was still locked in a fierce battle with Xiong Tingbi in Shenyang. The most elite White-Clad Soldiers and Qi Jiguang's Army on the East Asian battlefield had just set off northward, and the situation was still favorable. Lu Xiang-sheng buried himself in his studies, while Sun Chuan-ting was still a minor county magistrate. The two Caos were unknown and obscure, and the Donglin Party had not yet changed its nature. However, the internal court's factional strife reignited, and the southwestern chieftains of the outer court were about to rebel. When his father, Zhu Changluo, first ascended the throne, his elder brother, Zhu Youxiao, had no interest in the throne. A mournful cry rang out, the emperor had died, and the woman was wicked. To change the fate of the world, we must begin with the Palace Relocation Case... Huang Taiji: "My Great Qing is far superior to the Great Ming!" Zhu Youjian: "Finished talking? Men, fire the cannons!"

15 风 Winds Rise at the End of Ming 风起明末 Luo Xiaoming罗小明Historical2.1M WordsCompleted Hair grows back like chives after being cut; chop off a head like a chicken's, and it will cry out again! Officials need not be feared, but common folk must never be underestimated! In troubled times, people are like ants, and their lives are as worthless as weeds. The tides of the age sweep individual fates along with them. A fate swept up by its time can only rise and fall with the times. The realm is already headed for collapse. The once mighty Ming Empire is now in the twilight of its declin 0Votes154.5kRecs231.3kFans

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Hair like chives, cut it and it grows back; head like a chicken, cut it and it crows again! Officials should not be feared, but the common people should never be underestimated! In chaotic times, people are like ants, and their lives are as insignificant as grass. The tides of the times sweep over individual destinies. A fate swept along by the times can only rise and fall with the times. The situation in the country has deteriorated to the point of collapse, and the once powerful Ming Empire is now in its twilight years. Border soldier Chen Wang looked up at the shattered land of China and gripped the goose-feather saber at his waist. The eighth year of the Chongzhen reign. The Southern Zhili region suffered calamity, the central capital Fengyang fell, the imperial tombs were destroyed, and the whole country was shaken. The emperor ordered that the bandits be quelled by June. Hong Chengchou led troops from four provinces out of Tongguan to suppress the rebellion. The bandits fled west and re-entered Shaanxi. With the defeat and fall of the Southern Mongols, Ejei, son of Ligdan Khan, surrendered with the Imperial Seal of the State and submitted to the Later Jin.

16 家 My Father Is Emperor Gaozu of Han 家父汉高祖 The Historian's Wolf历史系之狼Historical4.4M WordsCompleted The new book The Court Does Not Move South is now being serialized. Your support is appreciated! A great empire has just been born, and a new era is about to begin. Liu Chang once wondered whether he should compete for the throne and lead this brand-new empire himself. But then he looked at the people around him: Liu Bang, Empress Lu, Liu Ying, Liu Heng... Well, isn’t it better to stay alive? And so Liu Chang earned himself the title of the most shameful transmigrator and settled into 160Votes1.1MRecs3.9MFans

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My new book, "The Respected Officials Do Not Flee South," is currently being serialized and is highly anticipated. Please support it! A great empire has just been born, and a new era is about to begin. Liu Chang had considered whether he should vie for the throne and lead this new empire himself, but when he looked around at Liu Bang, Empress Lü, Liu Ying, Liu Heng... Well, isn't it better to just stay alive? Thus, Liu Chang donned the shameful label of a time traveler and began a life of idleness and complacency. Also known as "My Foolish Little Brother", "Is This Kid Actually Xiang Yu's Child?", "How Can a Worm Like You Cure a Great Han?", Etc.

17 红EN Red Chamber: Defying Heaven's Fall 红楼之挽天倾 Lin Yuenanxi林悦南兮Historical9.2M WordsCompleted A thousand beauties weep, ten thousand fair women mourn. White bones pile like mountains, their names long forgotten; all were once young lords and lovely ladies. A young man from a later age transmigrates into the world of Dream of the Red Chamber, taking the place of a distant relative of the Ningguo House. To avoid being dragged down by the Jia family, he must tread carefully at every turn. Yet when he looks around, he sees a nation on the brink of chaos. To keep the Central Plains from falli 22Votes1.1MRecs1.4MFans

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A thousand red flowers weep, ten thousand beauties grieve. Mountains of white bones, names forgotten, are nothing but young masters and beautiful women. A young man from a later generation transmigrates into the world of Dream of the Red Chamber and becomes a distant relative in Ningguo. In order to avoid being implicated by the Jia family, he has no choice but to proceed cautiously. However, looking around in bewilderment, he discovers that chaos is imminent for his family, country, and the world. In order to prevent the land from sinking and the land from being filled with bloodshed, he has no choice but to take up his three-foot sword, sweep away the disobedient, eliminate the bandits, pacify the Tartars, and save the world from collapse! It all started with intercepting Qin Keqing...

18 终 The End of the Song Dynasty 终宋 The Eccentric Cousin怪诞的表哥Historical4.1M WordsCompleted The Song Dynasty never recovered Yan and Yun, and throughout its reign it was bullied by foreign enemies… As the Southern Song nears its fall, he will accomplish the great deeds that eluded the dynasty from beginning to end. 81Votes996.2kRecs2.3MFans

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My new book, "The Splendor of the Tang Dynasty," has been released. Throughout the entire Song Dynasty, the Yan and Yun regions were never recovered, and the Song Dynasty was constantly bullied by foreign enemies... As the Southern Song Dynasty was about to fall, he was determined to accomplish those great achievements that the entire Song Dynasty had failed to achieve.

19 朕 I, the Emperor 朕 Wang Zijun王梓钧Historical3.5M WordsCompleted Back in the late Ming, reduced to slavery. If an emperor can be a beggar, a Manchu invader, a rebel, or a household slave, why can’t a household slave become emperor? 30Votes1.5MRecs3MFans

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He returned to the late Ming Dynasty and was reduced to slavery. This emperor is someone that a beggar can do, a Jurchen can do, a bandit can do, but a household slave can't?

20 晚 A Floating Life in the Late Tang 晚唐浮生 Lone Wheat Farmer孤独麦客Historical5.9M WordsCompleted In 878, the fifth year of Emperor Xizong’s Qianfu era. That year, Wang Xianzhi died in battle at Huangmei. His followers chose Huang Chao as their leader, gave him the title of Grand General Who Reaches the Sky, and campaigned across the south. That year, Li Keyong killed Duan Wenchu, the military commissioner of Datong. He and his father launched a rebellion, and Shatuo troops pillaged Hedong. That year, bandits rose throughout Jiangnan, capturing prefectures one after another. That year, Henan 72Votes938.1kRecs1.1MFans

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In 878 AD, the fifth year of the Qianfu reign of Emperor Xizong of Tang. That year, Wang Xianzhi died in battle at Huangmei, and his followers elected Huang Chao as their leader, calling him the Great General Who Soars to the Sky, and they fought in the south. In that year, Li Keyong killed Duan Wenchu, the military commissioner of Datong, and the father and son launched a rebellion, with the Shatuo troops plundering Hedong. That year, bandits rose up in Jiangnan and captured many prefectures and counties. That year, Henan suffered from drought and locusts for several years, leading to a mutiny among the soldiers. That year, Emperor Xizong was engrossed in cockfighting and polo, neglecting state affairs. That year, the Tang Dynasty was in turmoil. In this year, Shao Shude, who had traveled from the future, had his own ideals. He wanted to climb high and look far, to see the lights of thousands of homes; he wanted to travel across mountains and rivers, to see pastoral idylls. He wanted children to grow up strong, he wanted women to be spared from humiliation, and he wanted the elderly to die peacefully. He wanted to end this chaotic world.

21 争 Contending for Wei 争魏 Fish of the Firmament苍穹之鱼Historical2.1M WordsCompleted After Zhuge Liang fell at Wuzhang Plains. The great age of rival warlords and rising heroes also drew its curtain. The magnificent Three Kingdoms era entered its final forty years. It seemed that Heaven’s mandate had all gone to the Sima clan. Yet while the mantis stalks the cicada, the oriole lurks behind. Before the very last moment, how can anyone know who will emerge victorious? 0Votes71.1kRecs201.7kFans

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After Zhuge Liang's death at Wuzhang Plains. The era of warlordism and the rise of numerous heroes has come to an end. The tumultuous Three Kingdoms period entered its final forty years. It seems that the Mandate of Heaven has fallen into the hands of the Sima family. However, the mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. Until the very last moment, how can we know the outcome?

22 糜 The Decaying Han 糜汉 History Dressed with Soy Sauce酱油拌历史Historical3.0M WordsOngoing In the rainy season of the twenty-fourth year of Jian'an, Guan Yu flooded Cao Wei's seven armies, captured the Cao Wei generals Yu Jin and Pang De, and besieged Cao Ren at Fan Castle, shaking all of China with his might. At this moment, King of Wei Cao Cao was terrified and intended to return to Xu and move the emperor. Meanwhile, those across the land who held the Han dynasty dear believed its revival was within reach. At the same time, Sun Quan, jealous of Liu Bei, was plotting against Guan Yu 1Votes86.6kRecs255.8kFans

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In the rainy season of the twenty-fourth year of Jian'an, Guan Yu flooded the seven armies of Cao Wei, captured Cao Wei generals Yu Jin and Pang De alive, and besieged Cao Ren in Fancheng, his might shaking the whole of China. At this time, King Cao Cao of Wei was terrified and wanted to return to Xu to move the emperor away. At this time, all those in the world who cared about the Han Dynasty believed that the restoration of the Han Dynasty was in sight. At the same time, Sun Quan, who harbored jealousy towards Liu Bei, was plotting a scheme against Guan Yu. If this conspiracy succeeds, it will be enough to drag Guan Yu, who once dominated China, into the abyss. The key to whether this conspiracy would succeed was Mi Fang, who was stationed in Jiangling and guarded Guan Yu's rear. Just then, a soul from a later era transmigrated into Jiangling City and became Mi Fang's only son... To fight or to surrender? The world situation changed as a result.

23 绍 Restoring the Song Dynasty 绍宋 Grenades Fear Water榴弹怕水Historical2.8M WordsCompleted To inherit is to continue; to guide is to lead. In 1127, the Northern Song fell. Soon afterward, the ninth imperial prince, Zhao Gou, ascended the throne in Shangqiu amid great expectations, inheriting the Song dynasty and adopting the Jianyan era name. Yet within three months, Li Gang was dismissed as chancellor, Chen Dong was executed, Yue Fei was driven out of the army, Zong Ze was abandoned in the capital, and the plans to resist the Jin in Hebei were scrapped wholesale... After all that eff 1.4kVotes3.6MRecs20.9MFans

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The word "" (shào) has two meanings: first, to continue; second, to guide. In 1127 AD, the Northern Song Dynasty fell. Soon after, Zhao Gou, the ninth son of the emperor, ascended the throne in Shangqiu amidst great anticipation, succeeding the Song Dynasty and changing the era name to Jianyan. However, within three months, Li Gang was dismissed as prime minister, Chen Dong was killed, Yue Fei was expelled from the army, Zong Ze was abandoned in Tokyo, and the anti-Jin deployment in Hebei was completely dismantled... After so many efforts, the civil and military officials finally unified their thinking and decided to support the Emperor Zhao's glorious anti-Jin route of heading south to Huaidian and then Yangzhou. However, as soon as he set off, after paying homage to the Taoist patriarch at the Mingdao Palace in Bozhou, this Zhao official plunged headfirst into the world-famous Nine Dragon Well. When he came out, he did not recognize who his trusted confidants were! I must resist the Jin! But where are my trusted confidants?! This is a sincere cry from a soul nine hundred years in the future. Having reluctantly inherited the name of the Song Dynasty, he is determined to guide the court and the world onto a new path. Therefore, it is called Shaosong.

24 汉 The Han Dynasty's Lingering Smoke 汉鼎余烟 Crab's Heart蟹的心Historical3.0M WordsCompleted The great Han Dynasty is gradually nearing its end. Over the course of decades, the human world has become a land of ghosts, its plains shrouded in bones. Dragons and serpents rise throughout the realm, each vying to seize the throne. Amid mountains of corpses and seas of blood, a young warrior rises with a blade in hand and gazes around in bewilderment, only to see that heroes still stand tall. The Han Dynasty’s cauldron still smolders. Who will carry on its legacy? 11Votes316.9kRecs229.8kFans

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The great Han Dynasty gradually approached its end. For decades, the world became a ghost town, bones littering the plains. Dragons and snakes rose up, vying for the throne. Amidst mountains of corpses and seas of blood, a young warrior rose, sword in hand, gazing blankly around. He saw only the resolute heroes still standing; but the embers of the Han throne still burned—who could continue its legacy?

25 三 Three Kingdoms: Mount and Blade 三国骑砍 Zhong Geng中更Historical2.1M WordsCompleted Tian Xin arrives in Jingcheng in the spring of the twenty-fourth year of Jian’an. The impending Battle of Xiangfan will determine whether the realm truly becomes tripartite, or whether one power will dominate while two remain weak. After hearing that Cao Ren has massacred Wan City, Tian Xin resolutely answers the Jingzhou army’s call to arms. He fights not only to fill his stomach, but also for his own sense of justice, conscience, and courage. 0Votes159.5kRecs115kFans

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Book club: 168257316 Tian Xin arrived in Jingcheng in the spring of the 24th year of Jian'an. The upcoming Xiangfan Battle would determine whether the world would truly be divided into three, or have one strong and two weak forces. Upon hearing of Cao Ren's massacre of Wancheng, Tian Xin resolutely answered the call of the Jingzhou army, not only for a full stomach, but also to fight for his justice, conscience, and courage.

26 重 Reborn as a Policeman in South Africa 重生南非当警察 Catfish Head鲇鱼头Historical8.8M WordsCompleted Reborn in South Africa, Locke says: I hope for world peace. 2Votes979.3kRecs320.9kFans

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My new book, "The Crown Prince," has been uploaded and urgently needs your support. Reborn in South Africa, Rock said: I hope for world peace.

27 覆 Conquering the Han 覆汉 Grenades Fear Water榴弹怕水Historical3.2M WordsCompleted Strive to make a name among the lords, if only to preserve your life in a chaotic age! As a posthumous child, Gongsun Xun received his guiding principles for life early on from his mother, who claimed to be a transmigrator. But after following the tide of history year after year, he began to realize that things were gradually going very wrong! This is the story of a man who is half native, striving amid a momentous age! 286Votes2.2MRecs1.4MFans

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He strives to gain renown among the feudal lords in order to preserve his life in this chaotic world! As a posthumous child, Gongsun Xun received his life's guiding principles from his mother, who claimed to be a time traveler, at a very young age. However, as he drifted along with the tides of history year after year, he began to realize that something was gradually going wrong! This is the story of a semi-native man struggling in a great era!

28 小 The Young Grand Secretary 小阁老 Master Three Precepts三戒大师Historical5.0M WordsCompleted Standing before you is: The guardian of the Ming dynasty, the Wanli Emperor's close ally, the beloved son of the Grand Secretary, and the richest man in the world during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The hidden power behind thirty years of control over the Ministry of Personnel, the gravedigger of the vassal-state system, the second Yan Shifan in the eyes of the Donglin faction, and a man whom Zhang Juzheng hailed as invincible. Hai Rui's confidant, Xu Wei's patron, Matteo Ricci's spo 26Votes2.5MRecs1.7MFans

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Standing in front of you is: The guardian of the Ming Dynasty, a close comrade-in-arms of the Wanli Emperor, the good son of the Grand Secretary, and the richest man in the world in the 16th and 17th centuries. The mastermind who controlled the Ministry of Personnel for thirty years, the gravedigger of the imperial clan system, the second Yan Shifan in the mouths of the Donglin Party, whom Zhang Juzheng proclaimed invincible. Hai Rui's confidant, Xu Wei's employer, Matteo Ricci's tonsure master, and the mentor of six top scholars including Xu Guangqi. He was a fig leaf for the Ming Dynasty's poetry scene, the author of over 700 books across various disciplines, the inventor of over 2,700 patents, and a founder of modern universities and science. The protector of overseas Chinese, the pioneer of new sea routes, the maintainer of the ocean order, and the contractor of large-scale global projects. The culprit who wreaked havoc on Europe, the adoptive father of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the savior of Sebastian, and the young cabinet minister who wholeheartedly served the people. Xiaoge Lao's Book Club: 56471661

29 东 The Ambitious Hero of the Late Eastern Han 东汉末年枭雄志 Yu Yan御炎Historical4.2M WordsCompleted The late Eastern Han dynasty in Romance of the Three Kingdoms was a tumultuous age of grand drama. There were valiant generals, brilliant strategists, cunning warlords, benevolent rulers, and alluring beauties. It was a world to dream of. But the late Eastern Han in Guo Peng’s eyes was cold. It was neither kind nor just, much less civilized. Danger lurked everywhere. He saw hunger, poverty, war, and plague. He saw bones strewn across the fields and not a cock crowing for a thousand miles. He saw 5Votes408.9kRecs519.5kFans

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The late Eastern Han Dynasty in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms is depicted as a turbulent and dramatic period. It features valiant generals, wise strategists, cunning warlords, benevolent rulers, and alluring beauties—a truly captivating tale. But Guo Peng's view of the late Eastern Han Dynasty was one of coldness. It's not gentle, it's not right, it's not civilized, and it's full of murderous intent. He saw hunger, poverty, war, and plague. He saw bones exposed in the wilderness, and for miles there was not a rooster's crow. He saw the desolate earth and the gray sky. Only the color of blood is vibrant. Therefore, he wanted to become a wolf, a cold-blooded, cunning, despicable, brave, tenacious, and never-give-up wolf. Then, step by step, climb to the top. My new book, "Xuande," has been uploaded. Please support it!

30 伐 The Qing Conquest, 1719 伐清1719 A Spell of Clear Skies晴空一度Historical2.3M WordsCompleted I've returned to the fifty-eighth year of the Kangxi reign, three hundred years in the past? Kangxi: “I want to live another five hundred years!” Ning Yu: “Drop dead!” 0Votes84.3kRecs163.2kFans

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Have we traveled back to the 58th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign in the Qing Dynasty, three hundred years ago? Emperor Kangxi: I want to live another five hundred years! Ning Yu: Go to hell! Reader group: 961378766 Entry code: 1719 VIP fan group: 973851485. Please provide a screenshot of your subscription before joining. Thank you for your support!

31 汉 Han Watchtower 汉阙 July New Releases七月新番Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Looking back across a thousand years, the palaces of the Han still stand! It is the third year of Yuanfeng under Emperor Zhao of Han. Powerful ministers dominate the court, while the Xiongnu remain unconquered and the Silk Road hangs by a thread... Wei Qing and Huo Qubing may be gone, but the Han people’s pioneering spirit will never die. New heroes are about to emerge! At a post station ca 21Votes1.5MRecs516.4kFans

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The new book, "The New Book," has been released. It tells the story of a time traveler's battle against the chosen one of the worlds during the Xin Dynasty. Looking back over a thousand years, the palaces of the Han dynasty still stand! It was the third year of Emperor Zhao of Han's Yuanfeng reign. Powerful ministers held sway in the court, the Xiongnu were not yet defeated, and the Silk Road remained a thread that could not be severed... Although Wei Qing and Huo Qubing are gone, the pioneering spirit of the Han people will never cease, and new heroes are about to emerge! In the Gobi Desert near Dunhuang, at a post station called Xuanquanzhi, a lowly clerk named Ren Hong threw down his pen and angrily shouted: "A true man should not be without ambition; he should emulate Zhang Qian and Fu Jiezi, achieving merit in foreign lands to gain titles and honors. How can he spend his life confined to the world of books and inkstones?" Book club group: 1021675508. VIP group (disciple level and above): 496717165.

32 冠 The Crowned Emperor of Tang 冠冕唐皇 Properly Dressed and Upright衣冠正伦Historical3.8M WordsCompleted In the fourth year of Chuigong in the Tang dynasty, Li Tong arrived in this world. A noble young master, handsome as jade, yet unfortunate enough to be born into the imperial family. A woman rules from the throne, and the Zhou revolution is underway. Either you are the meat on the chopping block, or you hold the knife. I will not let others claim the throne. I will shape a golden age with my own hands. A tale of remarkable figures and unrestrained verse, recounting sixty years of tumult from the 1Votes608.9kRecs298.1kFans

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In the fourth year of the reign of Emperor Chuigong of the Tang Dynasty, Li Tong came into this world. The noble young man was as beautiful as jade, but unfortunately he was born into an imperial family. A female ruler seizes power, and the Wu Zhou dynasty undergoes a revolution. Those who are not fish to be slaughtered are either fish on the chopping block or butchers on the knife. I will not entrust my precious artifacts to others; I will shape this prosperous era myself. The characters were elegant and talented, and they enjoyed poetry and literature to the fullest. The events of the past sixty years are recounted in detail from the beginning. I am Li Shouyi, the third son of Crown Prince Li Xian. I fed the Tang Dynasty a bag of salt, which made the Empress die of suffocation, and then I donned the Tang Dynasty crown.

33 穷 A Poor Man's Two Thousand Years 穷鬼的上下两千年 Non-Player Character非玩家角色Historical1.0M WordsCompleted She had experienced the Battle of Changping and witnessed the massacre of hundreds of thousands. She had once led Great Qin's iron cavalry in its struggle for supremacy against the Six States. She had seen the realm divided into three and the mountains and rivers shattered. She had also heard the soft, lingering music of the zither in Longzhong. During the golden age of Zhenguan, she once drank herself drunk on the present day. How radiant was that eternal female emperor in her youth? She had ri 61Votes1.2MRecs1.6MFans

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She experienced the Battle of Changping, witnessing the massacre of hundreds of thousands. She led the Qin cavalry, vying for supremacy with the six other states. She saw the world divided into three, the land shattered. She also heard the lingering melodies of the Longzhong Qin. She reveled in the prosperous Zhenguan era, but how did that legendary empress live her life? She rode in fine clothes and spirited horses, and also wore a feather fan and a silk turban. She was a farmer and a teacher. Yet, no one knows that such a person lived for two thousand years. Well, this is a relatively light and leisurely historical novel. Due to personal reasons, it may not be entirely historically accurate or withstand rigorous scrutiny. But I will try my best to research all the relevant materials. This is my first time writing this kind of story, and I hope it will be interesting, haha. Finally, be warned, this is a single-player story. Book club: 766376092 Second group: 284234970 Support group: 242771856

34 秦 The Qin Empire's Bailiff 秦吏 July New Releases七月新番Historical3.4M WordsCompleted At the end of the Warring States period, China faced an upheaval unlike any in a thousand years. Some were born into hereditary nobility. Some were princes of noble rank. But he was reborn as Heifu, a lowly Qin soldier and an obscure figure in the Qin bamboo slips from Yunmeng. To avoid dying in a ditch and take control of his own fate, he fought his way up. Fortunately 131Votes3.7MRecs1.8MFans

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(My new book, "The New Book," has been released. It tells the story of a time traveler's battle against the chosen one of the worlds during the Xin Dynasty.) At the end of the Warring States period, China experienced a great upheaval unprecedented in a thousand years. Some people are born into noble families. Some of them are noblemen. He was reborn as Hei Fu, a lowly soldier in the Qin state, a minor figure in the Qin bamboo slips of Yunmeng. To avoid dying in the ravine and to take control of his own destiny, he struggled to climb upwards. Fortunately, he was born in a great era. The six kingdoms were defeated, and the world was unified! A thousand years of bloodline could not withstand the power of military merit bestowed upon one. The nobles and powerful of the six kingdoms were all trampled underfoot by Qin officials. Hei Fu could only laugh and ask: Are kings and generals born with a special destiny? He conquered the Baiyue in the south, repelled the Xiongnu in the north, forced the Di and Qiang tribes to flee west, and sent warships eastward. Within the six directions, all was the Emperor's land. How did history change under his influence? Qin Shi Huang was destined to die, and the empire would soon be divided. As a Qin official, what choice should one make: to fuel the flames or to try and save the day?

35 寒 Rise of the Poor Scholar 寒门崛起 Zhu Langcai Jin朱郎才尽Historical5.1M WordsOngoing This is the story of a graduate student in Classical Chinese who, after being battered again and again while searching for work, returns to the middle of the Ming dynasty and enters the body of a young child in a mountain village. His father is stiff and taciturn, his mother is fiery, and his relatives are all a troublesome lot. There's no shortage of squabbles in the little farmyard. Luckily, I have several thousand years of accumulated history behind me, and the Four Books, Five Classics, and 61Votes2.8MRecs1.1MFans

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This is the story of a graduate student majoring in Classical Chinese who has been repeatedly thwarted in his job search, and who travels back to the mid-Ming Dynasty and enters the body of a young child in a mountain village. A dull father and a shrewish mother, a whole host of peculiar relatives—the farmhouse courtyard is always rife with trouble. Fortunately, we have thousands of years of historical heritage, the Four Books and Five Classics, and the eight-legged essay; our major is also relevant, so who says it's impossible for a poor family to produce a successful child? As national power rises, the government can govern without any intervention. Lax laws and regulations, and lax official discipline; There were a few treacherous officials, and also some Japanese pirates; But overall, it can be said that this was fertile ground for the free growth of the literati. And so began the legendary rise of a poor family. This article is dedicated to all classic time-travel stories. PS: The "Rise of the Poor" book club group: 219,803,021; The "Rise of the Poor" full subscription group: 254,292,459. Welcome to join the groups to exchange ideas and communicate with me.

36 回 Back to Ancient Times as a Master Craftsman 回到古代当匠神 The King Is Not a Tyrant王不过霸Historical1.9M WordsCompleted "Boatman, this boat is a little different. Use less force when you row." The boatman looked at Liu Yi in confusion. He did not understand, but although he nodded, he still thrust the bamboo pole in his hand into the river with his usual force. When Zhuge Liang heard Liu Yi’s words, his expression had already changed. Before he had time to prepare, the small boat shot forward like an arrow released from a bow. When it stopped after the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, it had already reached t 1Votes288.3kRecs347.3kFans

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"Boatman, this boat is a little different. Slow down when you're steering it." The boatman looked at Liu Yi with a puzzled expression, not understanding. Although he nodded, he still pushed the bamboo pole into the river as hard as he always did. When Zhuge Liang heard Liu Yi's words, his expression changed. Before he could prepare, the small boat shot off like an arrow. When it stopped a short while later, it was already in the middle of the river. Zhuge Liang knelt on the bed, pale as a ghost, and vomited while leaning on the boat plank. The boatman was not much better off. On the riverbank, under the strange gazes of the crowd, Liu Yi awkwardly raised his hand, displaying the perfect small boat, "Sailing Through the Waves +28". Isn't this a bit too fast? This is a story about someone who possesses a master craftsman system and becomes a divine craftsman in a chaotic world.

37 汉 The Han Legacy and the Noble Houses 汉祚高门 Properly Dressed and Upright衣冠正伦Historical5.3M WordsCompleted Shen Zhezhi arrives in the early Eastern Jin dynasty and takes over the body of a son from a powerful family in Jiangnan. He has ten thousand mu of fertile land, a fortune in wealth, and servants by the dozen. It’s an exceptionally privileged start for someone who transmigrates, but unfortunately, his father is a habitual rebel. The aristocracy flees south, the Five Barbarians wreak havoc across China: a dirge for the land of Hua Xia, a lament for the Han dynasty. The great clans can’t be truste 0Votes825.6kRecs424.6kFans

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Shen Zhezi arrives in the early Eastern Jin Dynasty, transforming into the son of a wealthy family in Jiangnan. He owns thousands of acres of fertile land, immense wealth, and a large retinue of servants—a rare high-end transmigration story. Unfortunately, his father is a habitual rebel. The southward migration of the elite and the chaos of the Five Barbarian Tribes marked a tragic end for China and a lament for the Han dynasty. The powerful and influential families are unreliable; the north is wicked and the south is corrupt—two nests of bad seeds, only seeking to live a life of ease. This fertile land of China, the homeland of the Han people, will not be allowed to be used by barbarians! I will dedicate my entire life to building a righteous Northern Expeditionary Army to kill the barbarians, restore the Central Plains, and revive the Han dynasty! Book group: 608646355

38 策 Scheming Through the Three Kingdoms 策行三国 Zhuang Buzhou庄不周Historical6.6M WordsCompleted Reborn as Sun Ce, he will dominate the Three Kingdoms. He woke from a dream to find himself as Sun Ce, the Little Conqueror. His father, Sun Jian, was fighting at Xiangyang and stood on the brink of death. His father needed rescuing, an empire needed conquering, and both a troubled age and its beauties needed saving. But things were not as simple as he had imagined. Yuan Shao, with four generations of high ministers behind him, was immensely powerful. Jiangdong lacked horses, making it hard to c 0Votes1.1MRecs271.6kFans

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Reborn as Sun Ce, he dominates the Three Kingdoms. When he woke up from his dream, he had become Sun Ce, the Little Conqueror. His biological father, Sun Jian, was fighting in Xiangyang and his life was hanging by a thread. He had to save his father, fight for the country, and rescue both the chaotic world and the beauty, but things were not as simple as he imagined. Yuan Shao, from a family that had held high office for four generations, was very powerful, but the lack of horses in Jiangdong made it difficult to contend for supremacy. The young emperor was very intelligent, but the scholars were arrogant and naive. The aftermath of the Yellow Turban Rebellion had not yet subsided, and powerful clans were already beginning to emerge. Famous ministers and fierce generals were merely shadows on the stage; an invisible hand was pulling them from behind the scenes. There was exhilaration, regret, and helplessness, but the original intention remained unchanged. With a bit of foresight, we gathered the wisdom and strength of good ministers and brave generals to forge the backbone of a powerful civilization. This is my Three Kingdoms, and I am Sun Ce, the Little Conqueror. —— Lao Zhuang's book club: 23470572, welcome to join!

39 隋 The Great Warriors of the Sui and Tang 隋唐大猛士 Muzi Blue木子蓝色Historical3.2M WordsCompleted My cousin is Qin Shubao, and my younger brother is Luo Shixin. I was just a country boy, but I grew into the mighty warrior of the Sui and Tang dynasties: the White Tiger, Luo Cheng. 0Votes170.4kRecs154.5kFans

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My cousin is Qin Shubao, and my younger brother is Luo Shixin. He was originally a country boy who eventually became Luo Cheng, the White Tiger, a great warrior of the Sui and Tang Dynasties. Reader discussion group: 656118488

40 开 Opening the Sea 开海 Duke Who Stole the Deer夺鹿侯Historical3.3M WordsCompleted The forty-fifth year of the Jiajing reign of the Ming dynasty, on the eve of the Longqing and Wanli revival. This was the best of times. The Qi Army took its first steps toward becoming a modern military force, while foot-powered spinning wheels worked day and night in the southeast, producing silk. The empire was powerful and prosperous. It was also the worst of times. Corruption was driving the garrison system toward collapse, land seizures were worsening, and the cabinet was locked in endless 8Votes578.6kRecs336.2kFans

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In the 45th year of the Jiajing reign of the Ming Dynasty, on the eve of the Longqing and Wanli Restoration. This was the best of times. Qi Jiguang's army took its first step towards becoming a modern army, and foot-operated silk reeling machines produced silk day and night in the southeast. The country was powerful and prosperous. This was also the worst of times. The garrison system was collapsing due to corruption, land annexation was rampant, and the cabinet was embroiled in endless power struggles. It was declining and nearing its end. As volleys of gunfire roared across the European battlefields, as the invincible Spanish Armada traversed the seas, as missionaries, Bibles in hand and secret letters in their hearts, gazed longingly upon this new continent. Chen Mu, a junior officer of Qingyuan Guard, wore a helmet and carried a musket on his shoulder. He looked out at the sea and raised his chin high. - I already have a completed work, I guarantee my integrity, I update frequently, please add it to your favorites. Reader group: 102341981, welcome everyone.

41 明 The Rise of the Ming Empire 明帝国的崛起 Nine Awakenings九悟Historical1.6M WordsCompleted In the late summer and early autumn of the thirteenth year of the Hongzhi era, Zhang Zhao, a homebound science student, transmigrates to the Ming dynasty. A magnificent historical panorama slowly unfolds. In this prosperous, beautiful, thriving era, where a dynastic crisis lurks beneath the surface, Zhang Zhao rises swiftly through the ranks, wielding authority in his hands, assisting the Son of Heaven at court and suppressing the barbarians beyond the borders as he writes a brilliant chapter of 0Votes116.5kRecs74kFans

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In the late summer and early autumn of the thirteenth year of the Hongzhi reign, Zhang Zhao, a science student and a homebody, traveled back in time to the Ming Dynasty. A magnificent historical scroll slowly unfolds. In this prosperous, beautiful, and thriving era, yet also fraught with dynastic crises, Zhang Zhao rose through the ranks, wielding power to assist the emperor and pacify the surrounding barbarians, writing his own brilliant chapter. Five thousand years of cycles of order and chaos, the decline of Chinese civilization after the fall of the Ming Dynasty—I have arrived, and all of this will change! I recommend Jiu Wu's completed older book, "Struggling in the Dream of the Red Chamber," which has over 10,000 average daily subscriptions. Jiuwu's book club: 312484933. Joining requires verification of your fan value. You only need to have subscribed to Jiuwu's books.

42 北 The Northern Ode 北颂 Christmas Scarecrow圣诞稻草人Historical4.7M WordsCompleted Kou Ji’s soul transmigrates to the Northern Song Dynasty, where he becomes the great-grandson of Kou Zhun, the legendary prime minister. As the son of a third-generation official, he should have been riding horses and hawks, living the most brazen life of a spoiled heir. But after he arrives in the capital, Bianjing, with a letter from his dirt-cheap father inviting him to come enjoy the good life, he discovers... His grandfather, Kou Zhun, seems to be in trouble! 3Votes468.3kRecs475.5kFans

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Kou Ji's soul travels back to the Northern Song Dynasty and becomes the great-grandson of Kou Zhun, a famous prime minister throughout history. As a typical third-generation official, he should have been living a life of extravagance and debauchery. However, after he arrived in Bianjing (Kaifeng) with a letter from his adoptive father inviting him to enjoy a life of luxury, he discovered... Grandfather Kou Zhun seems to be on his deathbed! [Book club: 195992981]

43 盛 The Rise of the High Tang 盛唐崛起 Geng Xin庚新Historical2.1M WordsCompleted In the first year of the Shengli era, outside Changping County in Youzhou, the young Yang Shouwen is struck by lightning and the memories sealed away for seventeen years awaken. The sun and moon shine together. The Kaiyuan golden age is still a distant dream. Though the empress rules a seemingly peaceful land, turbulent undercurrents appear to be stirring beneath the surface. Chen Zi’ang, who climbed Youzhou Terrace and reflected on the vastness of heaven and earth; the brave and formidable, cle 3Votes1.2MRecs298.2kFans

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In the first year of the Shengli era, on the outskirts of Changping County in Youzhou, the young Yang Shouwen was unexpectedly struck by lightning, awakening memories that had been sealed for seventeen years. At that time, the sun and moon were high in the sky. The prosperous Kaiyuan era is still far away, but the empire ruled by a woman seems to be hiding turbulent undercurrents beneath the calm surface. Chen Zi'ang, who climbed the Youzhou Terrace and contemplated the vastness of heaven and earth; the brave and wise descendant of Li Yaoshi; Di Renjie, who, though old, still cared deeply for the Tang Dynasty; the alluring Princess Taiping; and the cunning Shangguan Wan'er… As familiar figures take the stage, Yang Shouwen discovers that many unknown secrets are hidden within this little-known history. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ A new reader group has been created, and everyone is welcome to join: 292273299

44 大 An Age of Great Strife 大争之世 Yue Guan月关Historical1.5M WordsCompleted Reborn as a young lord, Zhongni is still full of ambition, while Yanzi has grown old. Sun Wu has yet to finish his treatise on war, and the powerful Jin is on the verge of collapse amid the rivalries of its ministers... As a son, peerless in courage, he takes his revenge in a single stroke, shaking the world. What more could a great man ask for? Living in this age, gazing upon the vast reeds: where is the maiden by the autumn waters? In the mulberry grove by the city walls, the lovely girl waits 0Votes1.4MRecs485.8kFans

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A reborn young master, Confucius is in his prime, Yanzi is old and frail, Sun Tzu's military treatise is unfinished, and the powerful state of Jin is on the verge of collapse due to the infighting among the ministers... As a son, his courage surpasses all others. One day, he avenges his father, and the world is shaken—this is enough for a true man. At this moment, I gaze upon the lush reeds, wondering where my beloved is amidst the autumn waters. In the mulberry grove by the city corner, a quiet maiden hesitates, while the ospreys cry. A gentleman seeks her out—what more could a good man ask for? In this era of great contention, when the world is vying for supremacy, and Qing Ji is still alive, what will become of the world?

45 醉 Drunk on a Pillow Beneath the River and Mountains 醉枕江山 Yue Guan月关Historical4.1M WordsCompleted Empress Wu Zhao rules beneath the sun and moon, while Shangguan Wan'er weighs the affairs of the realm. Li Guo'er is more beautiful than any flower, and the Five Great Clans scheme against one another. Princess Taiping can find no peace, while the third son of the Li family is none other than Longji. Di Renjie, Zhang Yizhi, Feng Xiaobao... Talented men, lovely women, and rough-and-ready sorts! Red sleeves beckon, and wandering heroes roam beneath the skies of the Great Tang, Drunk, they rest the 0Votes2.9MRecs598.9kFans

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Empress Wu Zetian reigns supreme, and Shangguan Wan'er surveys the world. Li Guo'er is more beautiful than a flower, while the five families scheme against each other. Princess Taiping's life was far from peaceful; Li Jiasanlang was truly a legendary figure. Di Renjie, Zhang Yizhi, Feng Xiaobao... Talented men, beautiful women, and lowly butchers! Red sleeves flutter, chivalrous wanderers roam the skies of the Tang Dynasty. Drunk, I lie on my pillow amidst the rivers and mountains, laughing and talking as I gaze upon the universe!

46 步 Lotus Blossoms at Every Step 步步生莲 Yue Guan月关Historical3.6M WordsCompleted Yang Decheng, a community worker, unexpectedly returns to ancient times after doing his job conscientiously, becoming Ding Hao, the least favored illegitimate son of the Ding family. Without power or money, Ding Hao works as a carriage driver for his half-brother. His dream is to become a carefree young master in this wretched society and live out his days in peace. Though the dream seems distant, Ding Hao doesn't take it to heart. Drawing on the social experience he gained from community work, 8Votes4MRecs842.8kFans

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Yang Decheng, a community worker, unexpectedly travels back to ancient times due to his conscientious work, becoming Ding Hao, the most unwelcome illegitimate son of the Ding family. Ding Hao, who had no power or money and worked as a rickshaw driver for his half-brother, had a dream: to become a carefree rich young master in this wicked society and live a peaceful life. Although his dream seemed distant, Ding Hao didn't care. With the social experience he had gained from community work, he was adept at dealing with people and situations, cleverly seizing every opportunity to break free from constraints and strive for everything he wanted. The power struggles within the Song court, the joys and sorrows of Li Yu of the Southern Tang, the ambitions of Xiao Chuo of the Northern Kingdom, the secrets of the Golden Box Alliance, the enigmatic tale of the Axe Shadow and the Red Robe, Chen Tuan's ingenious plan to capture Mount Hua, and the eternal regret of the Gaoliang River... The landscape is like a painting, the beauties are like poems, and in this world, every step is like a lotus blooming.

47 回 Return to the Ming Dynasty as a Prince 回到明朝当王爷 Yue Guan月关Historical3.7M WordsCompleted [The animated adaptation, The Beacon Fire of March, is now airing] Through a series of mishaps, Zheng Shaopeng, a well-meaning fool for nine lifetimes, finds himself back in the Zhengde era of the Ming dynasty. It is a colorful age, filled with the wickedness of the Eight Tigers of the capital, the romantic flair of the Four Great Talents of Jiangnan, the teachings of the great Confucian Wang Yangming, and the absurd antics of the Zhengde Emperor, Zhu Houzhao. Having stumbled into this world in 11Votes5.2MRecs2.3MFans

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The animated adaptation of "The Flames of War in March" is currently airing. By a twist of fate, Zheng Shaopeng, a philanthropist who has lived nine lifetimes, returns to the Zhengde era of the Ming Dynasty. It was a vibrant and diverse era, teeming with the wickedness of the Eight Tigers of the Capital, the romanticism of the Four Great Talents of Jiangnan, the philosophical philosophy of the great Confucian scholar Wang Yangming, and the eccentric and unpredictable Emperor Zhengde, Zhu Houzhao. The protagonist, stumbling into this world in a daze, is forced to navigate the complexities of these diverse characters to determine his own destiny. The power struggles between the Eastern Depot, Western Depot, Inner Depot, and Outer Court; the story of imperial envoys eliminating corrupt officials; the suppression of Japanese pirates, the expulsion of the Tatars, the annihilation of the Duzhang barbarians, and the great battle against the Portuguese; the lifting of the maritime ban and the migration to Siberia… a series of exciting stories unfold… The fate of a nation and an individual is like a ship in the long river of history. Because of his unexpected appearance, will this giant ship, which was originally destined to decline, deviate from its course?

48 晚 Late Ming 晚明 Ke Shanmeng柯山梦Historical2.3M WordsCompleted In the final years of the Ming dynasty, the northern frontier is shrouded in the smoke of war, with mountains of corpses, while the south of the Yangtze enjoys tranquil streams, stone bridges, song, and dance. Amid the internal strife and external threats of a dynasty on the brink of collapse, a calculating office director rises to power and sounds the last call for China. A true hero can change fate. Brutal, bloody ancient wars and authentic scenes of everyday life in the Ming, where ordinary p 93Votes767.7kRecs829.1kFans

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At the end of the Ming Dynasty, the north was engulfed in war and littered with corpses; while in the south, tranquil waterways offered idyllic peace and prosperity. Amidst the internal and external troubles of this dynastic demise, a cunning office manager rises to power, sounding the final clarion call for China. A true hero, changing the course of destiny. The brutal and tragic ancient wars, the authentic daily life of the Ming Dynasty, and the history created by ordinary people unfold a magnificent yet tender and poignant picture of the late Ming Dynasty. Book club QQ group: 145034435

49 锦 Brocade-Clad by Night 锦衣夜行 Yue Guan月关Historical3.8M WordsCompleted I was everywhere during the Jingnan Campaign, the reduction of the vassal princes, the capital’s relocation, the compilation of the great encyclopedia, the campaigns against the Mongols, and the expeditions to the South Seas, yet no one knew I was there. The whole world fit in my sleeve. I walked unseen in brocade, keeping a low profile. A low profile was the way to go. A convoluted line of inheritance and a fate passed down through generations, one over which he had no control, set the stage fo 5Votes3.1MRecs890kFans

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I was everywhere – from suppressing the feudal lords during the Jingnan Campaign, to moving the capital and revising the classics, to conquering the Mongols and going to Southeast Asia – yet no one knew I was there. Keep a low profile! Keeping a low profile is the key to success. His tortuous lifeline and the continuation of a passive fate led to his rise and counterattack. The seemingly powerless imposter reversed its passive situation and created a new landscape for the entire related environment! The turbulent struggle for the throne, the step-by-step reforms to weaken the power of the princes, the glorious moment of the Yongle Encyclopedia, the manipulation of the world by changing the capital, the pacification of the internal and external affairs, all the events, big and small, cannot erase his shadow or cover up his footprints in all the glory! The early Ming Dynasty was a period of constant turmoil. It was an era of receding instability, yet a group of heroes and ruthless figures stirred history, propelling the Ming Dynasty's rule to its first peak! In such a historical context, how did an ordinary person from modern times manage to manipulate events, intervene in such turbulent times, and achieve his own quiet brilliance?

50 大 The Iron Bones of the Ming Dynasty 大明铁骨 The Speechless Fate无语的命运Historical4.7M WordsCompleted “Throughout the 315 years of the Ming Dynasty, we never sent princesses to marry foreign powers, paid indemnities, ceded territory, or paid tribute. The emperor guarded the nation's gates, and the ruler died for his country.” Unyielding and iron-willed, only the Ming! The cataclysm of 1644 brought the Central Plains to ruin; our great lands were stained by foreign filth; the sons of Han swore they would never be slaves! In the thirteenth year of the Yongli reign, Zheng Chenggong launched his nor 0Votes195.8kRecs147kFans

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"For 315 years, our Great Ming Dynasty did not engage in marriage alliances, pay indemnities, cede territory, or pay tribute. The emperor guarded the nation's gates, and the monarch died for the country." With unyielding spirit, only our Great Ming Dynasty remains; the Jia Shen year brought calamity, and the land of China was plunged into ruin; our beautiful rivers and mountains were stained with the stench of blood; the sons and daughters of Han swear never to be slaves! In the thirteenth year of the Yongli reign, Zheng Chenggong launched a northern expedition, which was a painful one without any joy—his best generals were killed in battle, and the resources for another northern expedition were exhausted. That year, Zhu Mingzhong unexpectedly arrived in the Ming Dynasty and became a lowly soldier under Zheng Chenggong... Two reader groups have been created; you are welcome to join. Da Ming Tie Gu: 150536833 VIP reader group for "Iron Bones of the Ming Dynasty": 150536544 My new book, "This Ming Dynasty is Too Fierce," has been released! Please continue to support me and this unique story from the late Ming Dynasty...