A Reading List Melting Pot 书单大杂烩

8 从 Starting from Scratch 从零开始 Thundercloud Storm雷云风暴Gaming20.0M WordsCompleted If you want to exchange in-game currency for real-world money, you need a powerful economic entity to guarantee that it can be redeemed. And the only entity capable of doing that is a national government. But why would a government step in to guarantee that a game’s currency can be exchanged for real money? War can be fought this way, too. You can bring down a country without shedding a drop of blood. A game whose currency can be exchanged for real money, a super money-making machine. Its name i 9Votes13.6MRecs1.1MFans

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For in-game currency to be exchangeable for real-world currency, a powerful economic entity must guarantee its convertibility. This entity can only be a country's government. But why would a government guarantee the convertibility of a game's currency into real money? War can be fought this way. A country can be wiped out without bloodshed. A game that can be exchanged for real currency, a super money-making machine. Its name is "Zero," a complete financial bomb. Notice: The author information on Baidu Baike is incorrect. Do not believe it. My name is not Wang Shiwei, and the school listed is also wrong. Other information is basically correct.

10 择 Choosing the Heavens 择天记 Mao Ni猫腻Eastern Fantasy3.1M WordsCompleted What is destined to be yours will eventually be yours; what is not destined to be yours must be pursued by force. This is the story of a longevity fruit. 14Votes2.7MRecs1.8MFans

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What is destined to be yours will be yours, and what is not, you cannot force. This is the story of the immortal fruit.

13 修 Forty Millennia of Cultivation (The Star Domain: Forty Millennia) 修真四万年（《星域四万年》） Reclining Ox Real Person卧牛真人Sci-Fi10.8M WordsCompleted It isn't easy for a little seedling to grow, so it needs the care of all you brothers and sisters. This fresh-faced newcomer, Xiao Niu, asks for your support! I'll be sure to summon the spirit of a newborn calf that fears no tiger, work hard, and do everything I can! “Even if this universe really is a cruel, blood-soaked dark forest, we cultivators will still burn our lives to make a faint spark! 23Votes2.4MRecs1.9MFans

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My new book has been released: "The moment the Emperor's Banner appeared, I became the Lord of the Past!" Seedlings don't grow easily and need the care of all brothers and sisters. The tender newcomer, Little Cow, earnestly requests everyone's support. Little Cow will definitely show the fearless spirit of a newborn calf, work hard, and do everything in its power! "If this universe is truly a cruel and bloody dark forest, we cultivators will also burn our lives to bloom into a faint spark!" "Even if this spark is weak, fleeting, or insignificant, as long as we keep going and keep going, one day, the spark will ignite the weeds, the weeds will spread to the bushes, and the bushes will spread to the big trees!" "In the end, that tiny spark will ignite a raging fire in this dark forest, illuminating the entire world!"

14 紫EN The Legacy of Zichuan 紫川 Old Pig老猪Eastern Fantasy2.3M WordsCompleted Two hundred years ago, on the Lanhe battlefield, the Light Empire’s last legion collapsed amid the demons’ roar, and the empire’s final emperor fell in battle. With no common ruler left on the chaotic Xichuan Continent, warlords rose up and fought for supremacy. Martial strength was the only means of survival, and ruling the world was the dream of generations of powerful warriors. In the southeast of the continent stood a powerful force that had endured for more than two hundred years: the Zichu 8Votes1.7MRecs1.1MFans

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Two hundred years ago, on the battlefield of the Blue River, the last legion of the Bright Empire collapsed amidst the clamor of the demons, and the empire's last emperor perished in battle. The chaotic Western Continent, without a common ruler, saw numerous heroes rise and fight amongst themselves. Military might became the only means of survival, and dominating the world was the dream of generations of powerful warriors. In the southeast of the continent, there exists a powerful force that has existed for over two centuries—the Zi Chuan family. They fought against the Liu Feng family to the west, resisted the demons to the east, and suppressed the Lin family to the south. For their dream of power, and for the continuation of their family bloodline, countless outstanding figures of Zi Chuan have followed one after another, composing an epic and magnificent history. This story, "Zi Chuan," tells the tragic legend of this family over a century.

15 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 one who introduced, The first is to continue; The second is guidance. 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 to 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 up, 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.

19 王 Ace 王牌 Xia Xie虾写Urban2.6M WordsCompleted Deception is not black magic, but a weapon. Used for good, it is righteous; used for evil, it is wicked. Private detectives are not police officers, but they pursue the truth all the same. When a little con artist becomes a private detective, everything changes, because there is no longer just one truth. What matters is not what the truth is, but what truth you need. This is the story of a little con artist growing and making his way in the city. P.S. While the book is new, recommendations, favo 0Votes437.7kRecs287.9kFans

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Deception is not evil magic, but a weapon. Used for good, it is righteous; used for evil, it is wicked. Private investigators are not police officers, but they also pursue the truth. When a petty swindler becomes a private investigator, everything changes, because there's no longer just one truth. The key isn't what the truth is, but what kind of truth you need. This is the story of a small-time con artist's growth and struggle in the city. P. S.: During the new book launch period, recommendations, favorites, and clicks are all essential.

22 三 The Reclusive Life in the Three Kingdoms 三国之宅行天下 Chief Disciple of the Scoundrel Sect贱宗首席弟子Historical2.3M WordsCompleted “If I had known I was going to transmigrate, I would definitely have looked up how to make things like gunpowder and glass...” Jiang Zhe gazed at the large tree in front of the door and sighed. “Glass, hmm, that should be made by firing sand, right? But what about gunpowder? Saltpeter, charcoal, and what else was it? Sulfuric acid or sulfur?” “Husband...” Xiu Er walked over to Jiang Zhe and asked curiously, “Aren’t you going to work yet?” “I’m going, I’m going...” Jiang Zhe shook his head and 5Votes383.3kRecs624.9kFans

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"If I had known I was going to time travel, I would have definitely looked up the methods for making gunpowder and glass on Baidu..." Jiang Zhe sighed, looking at the big tree in front of the door, and said uncertainly, "Glass, well, it should be made by burning sand, right? And gunpowder, saltpeter, charcoal, what else was it again? Sulfuric acid or sulfur?" "Husband…" Xiu'er walked to Jiang Zhe's side and asked curiously, "Aren't you going to work yet?" "He's gone, he's gone..." Jiang Zhe shook his head and walked away. "Working so hard just for a few hundred coins... And showing off..." "Stay-at-Home Travel" Group 0: 34375614 (Full) "Homebody Travel" Group 1: 87817071 (Full) Provided by book friend Xianyuan Xuwu! "Stay-at-Home Travel" Group 2: 12158910 () Death! "Stay-at-Home Travel" Group 3: 97474881 (Full) Book lovers, please ignore me! "Homebody Travel" Group 4: 104143590, courtesy of book lover Dragon's Blood Sorrow! "Home Travel" Group 5: 114668942, courtesy of book lover YANG!

23 飞 After Ascension 飞升之后 Huangfu Qi皇甫奇Eastern Fantasy3.5M WordsCompleted The Demon Realm, the Blood Clan, the Angel Clan, and humanity stand as four great powers in a vast universe. After the first War of Gods and Demons, humanity is defeated and forced to sign the humiliating Ancient Pact. Humanity begins its degrading policy of mere survival, quietly recovering its strength... Countless eons later, an unremarkable human master ascends to this realm. Gazing at the desolate lands of antiquity and the ruined mountains and rivers, he lets out a furious roar. The mighty 1Votes1.5MRecs836.2kFans

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In the vast universe where the Demon Realm, Vampires, Angels, and Humans coexist, humanity was defeated in the First War of Gods and Demons, signing the humiliating "Primordial Agreement" in the ancient past. Humanity began a policy of humiliation and subjugation, silently recuperating… Countless eons later, an unknown human master ascended to the heavens. Gazing upon the desolate ancient land, at the ravaged landscape, he roared in fury. The grand Second War of Gods and Demons slowly unfolded with this human's roar. Humanity was destined to win; this was destined to be a brutal war…

24 超EN Super-Dimensional Wizard 超维术士 Mu Hu牧狐Eastern Fantasy16.4M WordsOngoing Wizards hold an exalted, unrivaled status across the continents and the multiverse. Mystery, wisdom, cruelty, and bloodshed are practically synonymous with wizards. But what are wizards really like? After encountering the world of wizards, Angel reached a conclusion: Wizards are a group who use idealist thought to illuminate themselves, yet approach the world dialectically with a materialist attitude. In other words, they are a breed of rigorous scientists who walk alone on the road to discoveri 225Votes2.6MRecs696kFans

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Wizards hold a supreme position across all continents and planes. Mysterious, wise, cruel, and bloody—these are practically synonymous with wizards. But what are real wizards like? After coming into contact with the wizarding world, Angor came to a conclusion: Wizards are a group of people who use idealistic thinking to illuminate themselves, yet use a materialistic attitude to dialectically analyze the world. In other words, they are a group of unconventional scientists who trudge alone on the path of pursuing truth with a rigorous attitude. Multiple worlds, endlessly overlapping. Intelligent beings, guided by some unseen force, have forged their own paths of civilization. The wizarding world, with its unique cultivation civilization, spans countless planes. Even with the Wizarding World's immense power, the true nature of the universe and the mysteries of dimensions remain unfathomable. Until, a traveler from across the multiverse visited this world. (The traveler is not the protagonist, not the protagonist, not the protagonist—I'm saying it three times because it's important!)

25 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, 8Votes4MRecs842.9kFans

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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.

30 霍 A Guide to Rising Through the Ranks at Hogwarts 霍格沃兹上位指南 No Carbon, No Sword Forging生碳铸剑不可Light Novel1.4M WordsCompleted Hela Nicholas Lestrange considered himself a truly outstanding wizard, at least before Dumbledore rejected him twice. In the summer of 1991, after Dumbledore once again rejected his application for a position, Hela sat in the Hog's Head pub, deep in thought. Could it be that he still was not good enough? No! How was that possible?! But when he saw the latest report in the Daily Prophet, Hela fell silent. “Shocking! Hogwarts outstanding graduate Quirinus Quirrell has actually been hired as the pr 0Votes11.7kRecs49.6kFans

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Hera Nicholas Lestrange considered herself a very good wizard, at least before being rejected by Dumbledore twice. In the summer of 1991, Hera was once again rejected by Dumbledore for her job application. Sitting in the Hog's Head, she pondered whether she was still not good enough. No! How could this be!? But when he saw the latest report in the Daily Prophet, Hera fell silent. "Shocking! Quirinus Quirrell, a bright graduate of Hogwarts, has been hired as the professor of the cursed Defense Against the Dark Arts..." He downed the butterbeer in his glass in one gulp and slumped back in his chair. "I never expected that Quirinas, that little stutterer, could become a professor!" "What is it about me that I can't compare to him?! Fxxk!!!"

32 魔 Demon King, Take Your Place 魔王请就位 Cute and Spirited萌萌的神气Xianxia197k WordsCompleted [The end times of Journey to the West] [A clever protagonist] You were born a Demon King! Even if countless flying immortals pierce your body, and the gods and Buddhas of every heaven shatter your bones; Even if your fangs are broken, your scales torn away, your eyes blinded, and your claws severed, and you are cast into the abyss; A Demon King remains a Demon King. May I live to see your return, help you reclaim your throne, and stand with you as you rule the world once more! Cheng Yu, a villag 0Votes30.6kRecs32Fans

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[Journey to the West: Apocalypse] [Intelligence Above Average] You were born a demon king! Even if thousands of flying immortals pierce your body, and all the gods and Buddhas destroy your bones. Its palms and teeth were broken, its scales were torn off, it went blind and lost its claws, and it fell into the abyss. The Demon King is still the Demon King. May I live to see you return, assist you in taking your place, and reign supreme over the world once more! Cheng Yu, the village chief, is reborn as a demon king. He unravels layers of mystery, regains his high position, conquers the world, and incidentally conquers women in a lighthearted story.

35 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

36 仙 Renegade Immortal 仙逆 Er Gen耳根Xianxia6.6M WordsCompleted Follow the natural order, and you remain mortal; defy it, and you become immortal. It all comes down to a single thought... The Renegade Immortal anime premieres on Tencent Video on September 25. New episodes air every Monday at 10:00, with VIP members getting two episodes early. Join us in the anime to witness Wang Lin’s lifelong devotion all over again! 164Votes4.2MRecs5.7MFans

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To follow the crowd is to be mortal, to defy it is to become an immortal; it all depends on a single thought in one's heart… The animated series "Xian Ni" will premiere on September 25th and air every Monday at 10:00 AM on Tencent Video. VIP members can watch two episodes in advance. Join us to witness Wang Lin's lifelong dedication once again in this animated series!

37 希EN The Empire of Shilin 希灵帝国 Yuantong远瞳Sci-Fi8.1M WordsCompleted This isn't about imperial conquest, adventures in another world, or leveling up and cultivating. In fact, this is a very serious, proper, and earnest hard science-fiction story about saving the world. Just take it seriously. All right, actually, it's just the hilarious, shameless daily life of a bunch of screwball leaders and a deadbeat head of state saving the world. A slacker shut-in suddenly becomes the head of an empire, while a middle-aged man with a super-dad aura adopts countless little g 32Votes1.1MRecs988.4kFans

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It's not about imperial conquest, otherworldly conflicts, or leveling up and cultivating skills. In fact, this is a very serious and earnest hard science fiction novel about saving the world—just take it as a serious read. Okay, actually, this is just a group of unreliable leaders and a terrible head of state having a hilarious and unrestrained daily life of saving the world. A lazy, good-for-nothing otaku suddenly becomes the head of an empire, and a middle-aged man with a "dad" aura adopts countless little girls. This is the hilarious story of what happens to a certain otaku after he gains a free-meal army that falls from the sky. A serious reminder: this is a very serious and earnest science fiction book…

38 重EN Rebirth of a God-Tier Academic Ace. 重生之神级学霸 Zhi Niaocun志鸟村Urban4.5M WordsCompleted Yang Rui, a lecherous, pudgy man with a graduate degree in biology, was unemployed after graduation. By a twist of fate, he became an all-around star tutor at a cram school, then took a tumble and landed in 1982 as a tall, handsome repeat college entrance exam student, with a head full of books and reference materials to boot. The college entrance exam acceptance rate was low in the 1980s? Listen up, everyone. Learn from me... This is the story of a rather impure technician. 0Votes3.8MRecs703.5kFans

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Yang Rui, a chubby, somewhat sleazy graduate student in biology, lost his job after graduation. By a twist of fate, he became an all-around top-notch lecturer at a cram school. Then, he stumbled back to 1982 and became a tall, handsome college entrance exam retaker, his head brimming with books and materials. Was the college entrance exam pass rate really that low in the 1980s? Students, follow my lead… This is the story of a technician with impure morals.

39 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