Night Watchman's Reading List 守夜人书单

1 东 Tokyo: My Little Sister Is a Manga Artist 东京：俺妹漫画家 Only Cherishing the Present只竟朝夕Light Novel843k WordsCompleted He transmigrates to Japan in a parallel world, during the bubble economy. A police detective for a dad, a gossipy mom, a tsundere little sister, and a broken-hearted him. Takagi Ryosuke followed his plan to make a living by plagiarizing works from another world, but after a family meeting, he accepted a task from his mother. Mieko: “I have a favor to ask of you.” And so Ryosuke ended up with a tracker, whose locator was attached to the backpack of his cheap little sister, Takagi Ayano. 0Votes17.8kRecs90.2kFans

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A parallel universe of Japan, during the bubble economy era. A detective dad, a gossipy mom, a haughty sister, and a broken man. Following his plan, Ryosuke Takagi embarked on a path of plagiarism, but after a family meeting, he accepted his mother's task. Mieko: "There's something I need to ask you." So, Ryosuke got a tracker, and its location device was on his younger sister Takashiro Ryōno's backpack.

2 尸 Notes on a Corpse Monster's Cultivation 尸怪修行笔记 Kiss the Fingertips亲吻指尖Xianxia1.3M WordsOngoing That year, I awoke beneath the earth, with the ground for a blanket and the quiet for my bed. Years later, The mountain’s demons gather, while I sit alone in the tower and pass the long, clear night. 24Votes146.5kRecs371.7kFans

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That year I awoke from the earth, the earth my blanket, and silence my slumber. Several years later, A group of mountain demons gathered, while I sat alone on the pavilion, passing the quiet night.

3 菩 Bodhisattva, Please Help Me Cultivate! 菩萨，请助我修行！ Old Land Gaming旧土游戏Urban1.4M WordsOngoing [This is a game between the old era and the new era.] [The laws of the new era forbid the demons and monsters of the old era from existing, but they secretly watch and wait for the light.] [Heir to the new era, you must not allow the laws laid down by your ancestors to be broken. Take up your weapon and defend the era that belongs to you!] Ao Peng studied the game that had suddenly appeared before him, then looked at the games everyone else was playing. [You take the road on the left and are bit 45Votes37.9kRecs335kFans

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This is a game between the old era and the new era. The ironclad rules of the new era forbid the existence of the demons and monsters of the old era, yet these demons and monsters lurk in the shadows, yearning for the light. [Successors of the new era, you will not allow the ironclad rules set by your ancestors to be violated. Take up your weapons and defend your era!] Ao Peng looked at the game that had suddenly appeared and fell into deep thought. Then he looked at other people's games. If you choose the left path, you will be bitten to death by a weasel. If you choose the right path, you will be bitten to death by a weasel. Even if you choose the middle path, you'll still get bitten to death by the weasel. So he decided to try a different way of playing... When he possessed the three poisons, surrounded by the five turbidities, spewed karmic fire, transformed into a nine-foot-tall drought demon, and stepped into the Putuo Temple. The lotus flowers withered, and the pond water became murky. When the six senses are impure, the gods and humans experience the five signs of decay. Ao Peng looked at the Guanyin statue with the fish basket in front of him and said, "Bodhisattva, you don't want me to be born in this form and harm the common people, do you?" "Therefore, I humbly beg the Bodhisattva for mercy and, for the sake of all living beings, assist me in my spiritual practice!"

4 东 A Doctor's Journey in Tokyo 东京医途 I'll Be Hungry When I Wake Up睡醒了会饿Light Novel1.6M WordsOngoing After being reborn in a parallel version of Tokyo, Kiryu Kazusuke struggled for ages to write just one sentence: “My high school grades weren’t great.” With no other choice, he gave up writing and went into medicine. Luckily, he could see the girls’ timelines. Every choice he made earned him a corresponding reward, such as surgical skills, medical papers, or an extra sum in his bank account. Before long, he had figured out three things: First, someone who truly likes you won’t care what color Po 406Votes140.3kRecs565.3kFans

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After being reborn in a parallel universe of Tokyo, Kiryu Kazusuke struggled for a long time before finally writing the sentence, "My high school grades were not ideal." Helpless, he had no choice but to abandon his studies and pursue medicine. Fortunately, he can see the girls' timelines, and by making choices and taking actions, he can obtain corresponding rewards (surgical skills, medical papers, bank account savings + N...). And so, he quickly understood three things: First, someone who truly likes you won't care what color Porsche you drive. Second, I only had a few drinks with them, and we were just chatting in bed. Don't overthink it, and stop being unreasonable. Third, manage your time effectively.

5 民 Folk Customs: Beginning with a Nuo Opera Troupe 民俗从傩戏班子开始 Peeking Through the Window at Midnight夜半探窗Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted He transmigrates into a dynasty that never existed in history and becomes the heir to a four-person Nuo opera troupe. Natural disasters, human calamities, strange creatures, demons. The first thing Wu Feng does is make sure he can bring his entire Nuo opera troupe back from the mountains. As for what to do after that, Wu Feng figures he should probably get a household registration in the county seat. After all, in a place like this, the big cities and wealthy families seem much safer… 0Votes50.5kRecs93kFans

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Travel through a dynasty that never existed in history and become the successor of a four-person Nuo opera troupe. Natural disasters, man-made calamities, strange creatures, demons. Wu Feng's first task was to bring his Nuo opera troupe back from the deep mountains intact. As for what to do next. Wu Feng thought that it might be necessary to obtain a household registration in the county. After all, in this area, big cities and wealthy families seem to be safer...

6 从EN Rise of an Esoteric Academy Monk 从密修学院僧开始 Peeking Through the Window at Midnight夜半探窗Eastern Fantasy3.1M WordsCompleted [Nonsense] [Forced connections] [Far-fetched interpretations] [Poorly expressed] An ancient scripture with no words, a timid monk, centuries of chance encounters, and enlightenment in a single lifetime. It all begins at a scripture academy called the Endless White Pagoda Temple, with a monk from the Esoteric Cultivation Academy 18Votes222kRecs307.5kFans

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[Nonsense], [Forced], [Far-fetched], [Inarticulate] A blank ancient scripture, a timid monk, a series of karmic connections over hundreds of years, and enlightenment in this very lifetime. It all began with a Buddhist academy called the Endless White Pagoda Temple, and with the monks of the esoteric Buddhist academy—

7 资 King of Capital, Rising from 1978 资本之王，从1978开始崛起 Thirty-Two Chapters三十二编Urban3.0M WordsOngoing Chen Bingwen wakes up to find himself back in 1978. Reform and opening up have only just begun. Asia’s Four Little Dragons are poised for takeoff, while undercurrents are stirring in the global industrial landscape. And in his mind lies a map of every opportunity waiting to emerge over the next forty years. From a dessert shop to a beverage factory, from taking on Coca-Cola with a single bottle of energy drink to crushing Nintendo with arcade games. While others are still fighting over territory 114Votes70.8kRecs252.1kFans

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When Chen Bingwen woke up, he found himself back in 1978. That year, the curtain of reform and opening up had just been raised, the Four Asian Tigers were poised for takeoff, and the global industrial landscape was undergoing subtle changes. His mind is filled with every trend and opportunity that will emerge in the next forty years. From dessert shops to beverage factories, from energy drinks to rival Coca-Cola, from arcade games to crushing Nintendo. While others were still scrambling for territory in a corner of Hong Kong Island, his sights were already set on Silicon Valley, London, and New York. Years later, when people reviewed his rise to wealth, they discovered a suffocating truth— You think he makes sweet soup, but he actually makes beverages. You might think he sells beverages, but he actually works in finance. You might think he works in finance, but he's actually in technology. You might think he works in technology, but he's actually playing a much bigger game!

8 从 A Fashionable Life Beginning in Paris 从巴黎开始的时尚人生 Ultraman in the City1城市里的奥特曼1Urban2.0M WordsCompleted Antwerp's rigorous academic culture shaped an Eastern prodigy who would rewrite the history of Parisian fashion. Designer Li Yan fell from the crest of the fashion wave in 2025 back into the height of summer in 2007. Fresh out of school, he was parachuted into the role of head designer for YSL womenswear. A rare anomaly in the world of luxury fashion, he was personally endorsed by Yves Saint Laurent, drew the frequent attention of Karl Lagerfeld, and earned lavish praise for his talent from Gio 0Votes17kRecs51.3kFans

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Antwerp's rigorous academic atmosphere nurtured an Eastern genius who would rewrite the history of Parisian fashion. Designer Li Yan fell from the pinnacle of the fashion wave of 2025 back to the summer of 2007. Upon graduation, he was immediately appointed as the head of YSL women's wear. He is an anomaly rarely seen in the top luxury circle, and a rising star personally endorsed by Yves Saint Laurent, frequently noticed by Karl Lagerfeld, and highly praised by Giorgio Armani. Linda Lopa, the Belgian fashion icon, described her as "Antwerp's most talented graduate," and with her aesthetic vision spanning nearly two decades, she shattered the Western fashion world's preconceived notions about Eastern designers. From the Armani logo stockings that swept through celebrity circles in 2006 to the studded high heels that took the world by storm in 2008, he earned the reputation of "the designer who understands women's lower body best" with his extreme female perspective. Using the Grand Palais in Paris as his canvas, he solidified his status as a top designer with a phenomenal show that redefined the boundaries of haute couture for women. In this golden age of fashion, which has produced many legends, what Li Yan wants to do is never to replicate the classics, but to make his name a classic that transcends time.

9 以EN In the Name of Divine Abilities 以神通之名 Pork Heart and Shrimp猪心虾仁Urban3.2M WordsOngoing In the lunar year 3230, the Cataclysm erupted. Humanity fell from its position as ruler of the world, and Shenzhou became its last refuge. In 3255, Marquis Lu Zhao was under investigation. “By rights, an extraordinary like you, at your level, has no authority to investigate me.” 11.3kVotes377.1kRecs2.1MFans

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In the year 3230 of the lunar calendar, a great catastrophe occurred, causing humanity to fall from its position as the world's dominant power, and China became humanity's last refuge. In 3255, Marquis Wu, Lu Zhao, was under investigation. "Logically speaking, a superhuman of your level has no right to investigate me."

10 拳EN Beneath the Fist 拳之下 Tired of the Three Paths厌三途Martial Arts2.0M WordsOngoing What is martial prowess? The exertion of strength. What is the martial-arts spirit? The exertion of will and courage. … With a raised foot, victory and defeat are decided; beneath a fist, life and death are settled. "I am Lian Youming. Please enlighten me!" 327Votes136.3kRecs507.2kFans

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What is a martial artist? It is the exertion of strength. What is a chivalrous knight-errant? It is the exertion of spirit and will. A kick determines victory or defeat, a punch decides life or death. "I am Lian Youming, and I am pleased to learn from you!"

11 宝 The Pokemon Rain Master 宝可梦的雨天大师 Three-Delicacy Soup Cake三鲜汤糕Light Novel845k WordsOngoing Xia Yu, an avid fisherman, transmigrates to the Pokemon world. Not only is he an orphan, but his Starter Pokémon is a Magikarp that only knows Splash. It's a disastrous start from the very beginning! Luckily, whenever Xia Yu catches a Pokemon, he gets a reward orb. [Caught a Magikarp. Reward: 1 Energy Orb.] [Caught a Poliwag. Reward: 1 Rain Dance Technical Machine.] [Caught a Dragonite. Reward: 1 Attack Booster.] [Caught a Kyogre. Reward: 1 Blue Orb.] From then on, Xia Yu fishes his way acro 0Votes9.1kRecs52.8kFans

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Fisherman Xia Yu transmigrates to the Pokémon world, not only an orphan but also starting with a Magikarp that can only leap – a truly disastrous start! Fortunately, Xia Yu can get a Blast reward as long as he catches a Pokémon. [Catch a 'Grey King' and you'll be rewarded with 1 'Energy Bomb'.] [Catch a 'Mosquito Coil Tadpole' and receive a 'Rain Dance' skill learning machine as a reward.] [Caught a 'Dragonite', reward: 1 'Attack Boost' bottle.] [Catching 'Kyogre' rewards you with 1 'Indigo Orb'.] From then on, Xia Yu went fishing in the Pokémon world, and his path as a Pokémon trainer completely went astray. Years later, a mysterious trainer rises to power, defeating regional champions and legendary Pokémon with unstoppable momentum. Reporter: "Master Xia Yu, there are rumors that you were the one who single-handedly quelled the great battle of the mythical beasts in the Valley of Creation. Is this true?" Xia Yu touched the handkerchief in her arms and shook her head, saying, "Don't talk nonsense! I'm just a fisherman..." Reporter: "Are you confident of winning the Pokémon World Championships this time?" Xia Yu rubbed the Pokémon Ball containing Kyogre in his hand and smiled, "I'm not very confident. But if the atmosphere is right, winning isn't out of the question..." This book is also known as "The Pokémon Fishing Master", "Pokémon: They Trained Me to Fish", and "Starting as a Fishing Streamer to Rival Red"... [A blend of worldviews, primarily animated, combined with games and special manga episodes.] Keywords: Pokémon, Pokémon, Pocket Monsters, Pocket Monsters, Pocket Monsters, Special Episode.

12 我 My Uncle Is the Kangxi Emperor 我伯父是康熙 Da Sikong大司空Historical745k WordsOngoing I’m Kangxi’s own nephew, the fifth son of Prince Gong Changning, the chief Grand Councilor of the Yongzheng era, and Dorgon in the Qianlong era! 335Votes38.6kRecs121.8kFans

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He was Emperor Kangxi's nephew, the fifth son of Prince Gong Changning, the leading Grand Councilor during the Yongzheng reign, and Dorgon during the Qianlong reign!

13 山EN The Mountain Storm Dragon 山雨蛟 Shu Nanze舒楠泽Xianxia608k WordsOngoing The path of cultivation may look glorious, but in truth it is like walking on thin ice. Only those who tread it know the hardships. A black snake of humble origins, with no one to rely on, wanders alone through wind and rain, living on the fringes of the human world. It cannot escape the fires of heavenly tribulation. It struggles desperately, with no idea what lies ahead... A record of the past, seven parts truth and three parts lies. 239Votes96.5kRecs218.3kFans

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The path of cultivation may seem glamorous, but in reality it is like walking on thin ice, and only the person experiencing it knows the hardships involved. A black snake of humble origins, alone and helpless, wanders the edge of human existence amidst wind and rain. Unable to escape the scorching flames, struggling desperately, with no end in sight... Records of the past are seven parts true and three parts false.

14 我 I Am the Gunslinger! 我，枪神！ Like Water如水意Urban2.0M WordsOngoing Gao Fei has failed at many things. His family's factory went bankrupt, leaving him with debts instead of an inheritance. He delivered takeout and drove for a rideshare service. Eventually, with no other choice, he went to Russia to collect a debt, only to be forced into the Russia-Ukraine war. Everyone has a stage that's right for them. Gao Fei found his on the battlefield. Becoming a mercenary was the beginning of his success. He fights his way through the Russia-Ukraine war, takes on drug cart 3.4kVotes566.6kRecs923kFans

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Gao Fei tried many things but failed. His family's factory went bankrupt, leaving him in debt. He worked as a food delivery driver and a ride-hailing driver, but had no choice but to go to Russia to collect debts. As a result, he was forced into the Russia-Ukraine war. Everyone has a stage that suits them, and Gao Fei's stage is the battlefield. Becoming a mercenary is the beginning of Gao Fei's success. Slaying across the Russian-Ukrainian battlefield, battling drug lords in the Americas, and eliminating warlords in Africa, mercenaries export their power globally, setting new rules for mercenaries. He fought across five continents, his divine spear dominating all directions. Gao Fei can proudly declare, I am the God of Guns!

15 万 The Tribulation of Ten Thousand Dynasties 万朝之劫 Cosine Formula余弦公式Gaming1.6M WordsOngoing [A 87,000 Premium Subscription, 34,000 Average Subscribers, and Over 10,000 Monthly Subscribers! Quality Guaranteed, Read with Confidence!] (Original title: The Plot of Real Historical Games Is Known Only to Me) “That Ma Su guy has a clear head. The key to victory at the Battle of Jieting is holding the high ground! Anyone who wouldn't even occupy the mountain is an incompetent fool, nothing to worry about!” “Don't bother grinding in Stalingrad. I just came out of the Western Front instance, and 9.4kVotes172.6kRecs1MFans

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[A novel with 87,000 top-selling subscribers and an average of 34,000 average subscribers! Quality guaranteed, read with confidence!] (Original title: The True History Game Only I Know the Plot) "That Ma Su has a very clear mind. The key to victory in the Battle of Jieting lies in the mountains! Those who don't even dare to occupy the mountains are mediocre and not worth worrying about!" "Don't bother going to Stalingrad. I just came out of the Western Front instance. The German Blitzkrieg is invincible. The Soviet Union won't last three months!" "Waterloo? Napoleon's command ability was definitely top-notch. There's only one possibility for his defeat: all of his marshals were traitors!" "The Battle of Tumu Fortress! 500,000 against 20,000, the advantage is on our side! The Emperor of the Ming Dynasty is personally leading the expedition, we can just push through in one fell swoop, how can we lose?" The history that was once so familiar has now become a series of perilous worlds, and Chen Mo, as a player, must struggle to survive within them. He originally thought this would be a fair contest, but why did he feel that the other players were acting a bit strange? When a group of players shouted "The Iron Chains are a brilliant strategy!" And prepared to offer Cao Cao a brilliant plan during the Battle of Red Cliffs... He finally realized that only he truly knew the history. [Keywords: Shu Han and Three Kingdoms, multiverse history, behind-the-scenes story, fourth natural disaster, decisive killing] Having already read highly-rated books with tens of thousands of subscribers, such as "Mythical Version of the Three Kingdoms," "Late Ming Dynasty," and "Shao Song Dynasty," please feel free to read on!

16 真 Real History Simulation Game 真实历史模拟游戏 Blade Wielder斩刀人Historical2.4M WordsOngoing Countless worlds, traversing the heavens! While billions of players struggle to survive within the rules of the game, you stand above the dimensions, surveying the whole board. You arrive in 1990. While everyone else heads south to strike it rich or works as a middleman, you're the only one looking overseas, using kvass to pry open the Soviet Union's aircraft orders. (The Soviet collapse arc is complete.) The Qing dynasty sinks into decline, and colonial wars erupt. While players scramble to pic 119Votes88.9kRecs325.4kFans

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Myriad worlds, countless heavens! While millions of players struggle to survive within the game's rules, you stand above them all, overlooking the entire situation. In 1990, while others were heading south to seek their fortune or becoming middlemen, you alone set your sights overseas, using kvass to secure an aircraft order from the Soviet Union. (The Soviet Union Collapse Chapter is now complete.) As the Qing Dynasty crumbled and colonial wars raged, while players were busy choosing sides and vying for supremacy, you had already transformed into Shi Dakai, conquering Southeast Asia. (Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Volume ongoing) In the turbulent late Ming Dynasty, heroes rose up everywhere. Players became a powerful force that ravaged history, and only you raised the banner of "The Ming Dynasty may perish, but the world must not perish," forging a new Han dynasty with iron and blood. A world of immortals and heroes, a chaotic era ruled by demons. One hundred and eight tattoos adorn the world as players vie for top-tier accounts, vying to overthrow this treacherous realm. Only you choose to abandon martial arts for literature, journey to the capital, become the top scholar, assassinate the emperor, and rebuild the Song Dynasty. From the mythical Three Kingdoms to Journey to the West: Demon Subduing, from the Investiture of the Gods: The Great Calamity to... Every beginning is an absolute subversion of history. Now, you are Qin Yuan, the game begins!