Urban Fiction Reading List No. 1 都市1号书单

1 史 The Greatest Abbot in History 史上第一方丈 Arrow Up the Sleeve袖里箭Urban1.8M WordsOngoing In a modern world where Zen Buddhism has nearly died out, Su Wen is the abbot of a temple. He grows the monastery, trains warrior monks, opens a martial arts school, performs funeral rites, catches ghosts, farms, and spreads the Buddhist teachings to save all living beings, eventually becoming the imperial preceptor. Benefactor, I can tell you have an extraordinary physique. Why not join my order, set aside your troubles, and attain transcendence? 0Votes245.6kRecs190.5kFans

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In a modern world where Zen Buddhism is nearly extinct, Suwen, as the abbot of a temple, develops the temple, trains martial monks, runs a martial arts school, performs rituals for the deceased, exorcises ghosts, and farms. He spreads Buddhism, saves all sentient beings, and eventually becomes the National Preceptor. I see that you have extraordinary talent and potential. Why don't you join my school, let go of your troubles, and attain enlightenment? Reader group number: 584967041

3 娱 The Entertainment Industry’s Detective 娱乐圈刑警 Round Silken Thread圆游丝Urban1.6M WordsCompleted Writing songs and solving cases: I can enjoy my work and my free time at once. What? It's all because of my looks? No way!!! 0Votes502.4kRecs233.3kFans

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Writing songs, solving cases—a perfect balance of work and entertainment. What? Relying on looks? No way!!! QQ group: 18196194

4 地 Earth's Only Player 地球唯一玩家 Last Feather末羽Urban1.1M WordsCompleted After shut-in Zhang Xuan gets a new game, his life takes a complete turn. He searches for treasure in the desert, battles enemies high among the clouds, and fights monsters in the depths of the sea. Assassins, clowns, monsters, heroic spirits, the Sword in the Stone, the Spear of Longinus, and the Holy Grail all make their grand appearance. In the eyes of many, he is a hero, a hunter, a saint. But only Zhang Xuan knows the truth: I don’t fucking want to play this game at all! 0Votes43.1kRecs61.3kFans

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After Zhang Xuan, a complete otaku, got his hands on a game, his life took a 180-degree turn. Searching for treasure in the desert, battling enemies in the clouds, fighting monsters in the deep sea, assassins, clowns, monsters, heroic spirits, the sword in the stone, the spear of Longinus, and the Holy Grail all make their appearance. In many people's eyes, he is a hero, a hunter, and a saint. But only Zhang Xuan knew that I absolutely didn't want to play this game!

8 随 A Jurassic Park in My Pocket 随身带个侏罗纪 Monk Wooden Fish木鱼和尚Urban4.3M WordsCompleted A rural slice-of-life novel about a young monster who can transform into a dinosaur and his childhood sweetheart, who feed each other dog food all the way to starting a business... (A farming-life novel with plenty of sweet romance. Give it a try!) A new rural novel of the same type, Hometown Folks, Please Take It Easy, is out now. Give it a try! 1Votes837.8kRecs287kFans

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A rural-style novel about a boy who can transform into a dinosaur and his childhood sweetheart as they embark on a romantic journey to start a business... (A farming-themed novel with plenty of romance; feel free to read a sample.) A similar rural-themed book, "Fellow Villager, Please Calm Down," has been released. Feel free to read it! (Group: 313392527)

9 道 Daoist Sect Revival System 道门振兴系统 Yan Ruoye言若叶Urban1.1M WordsCompleted The struggle between Buddhism and Daoism has existed since ancient times. Yet Buddhism flourishes, while Daoism declines. In a dilapidated Daoist temple, a young Daoist has taken it upon himself to revive the faith. “May the Heavenly Venerable bless you. Good sir, would you be willing to join our Daoist sect?” 0Votes197.2kRecs309.9kFans

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The conflict between Buddhism and Taoism has existed since ancient times. However, Buddhism flourished while Taoism declined. A dilapidated Taoist temple, and a young Taoist priest who takes it upon himself to revitalize the Taoist community. "Supreme Celestial Venerable, is this layman willing to join my Taoist sect?"

10 最 The Strongest Cultivator in the City 最强修真在都市 The Cow Doesn't Talk奶牛不说话Urban1.9M WordsCompleted A master at the pinnacle of the Great Vehicle stage in the cultivation world was forced to self-destruct and die, only to miraculously be reborn on Earth. The long night is coming. Today, I set foot on the path of cultivation once more, and I will not stop until death. I will not fear the unfathomable human heart, the treacherous road to immortality, or the capricious cycle of reincarnation. I will grasp the Great Dao anew and cultivate back to the pinnacle. I will walk the path to the heavens, 0Votes16.3kRecs37.7kFans

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A peak Mahayana cultivator in the cultivation world was forced to self-destruct and die, but miraculously reborn on Earth. The long night is approaching, and today I embark on my cultivation journey anew, until death do me part. I will fear neither the treachery of the human heart, nor the hardships of the path to immortality, nor the impermanence of reincarnation. I will once again comprehend the Great Dao and reclaim my peak. I will walk the path to heaven, where life and death reside. I am the flame that wards off the cold, the thunder that breaks the storm, the light that breaks the darkness at dawn. I have never longed for power, for growth, for this world so much.

11 山 The Mountain Hermit's Miscellany 山野杂家 Feng Er凤尔Urban841k WordsCompleted Bound to the game “The Hundred Schools of Thought,” he lives in seclusion deep in the mountains. He spends his free time farming, reading, tending to the sick, and occasionally doing a bit of carpentry... So why do so many famous celebrities keep showing up, each hoping for a chance to meet him? 0Votes330.4kRecs325.2kFans

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He is tied to the "Hundred Schools of Thought" game and lives in seclusion in the deep mountains and forests. In my spare time, I farm, read books, visit doctors, and occasionally do some carpentry... But why do so many celebrities and superstars flock here, just to catch a glimpse of him? Book lovers' exchange group: 222750811

12 重 Reborn, But Not Starting Over 重生不重来 Mad Second Deity疯二神Urban2.0M WordsCompleted Tang Haoze was reborn in 1998 and resolved not to repeat the path he had taken in his previous life. Along a road completely different from his former one, yet full of unknowns, he worked hard and kept pushing forward, facing new challenges and defeating opponents he had never encountered before. When he looked back once more, he realized he had unknowingly traveled a path full of thorns and passion. Behind him stood crowds who regarded him as a legend… “My Temporary Job at the Divine Docto 0Votes57.9kRecs106.8kFans

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Tang Haoze was reborn in 1998, determined not to follow the same path as his previous life. On a path completely different from his past life and full of unknowns, he worked hard and forged ahead, encountering new difficulties and defeating opponents he had never faced before. When he looked back again, he realized that he had unknowingly walked through a path of thorns and passion. Behind him stood a crowd that revered him as a legend… "Temporary Worker at the Temple of the God of Medicine" has been uploaded. I would be extremely grateful if you could bookmark it!

13 重 Rebuilding My Life in Thirty Years 重塑人生三十年 The Royal Hireling Cat皇家雇佣猫Urban1.8M WordsCompleted New book out: Reborn in the Turbulent Decade. There's a direct link on the author's page. Hope you'll show it lots of support. 4Votes381.2kRecs418.5kFans

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My new book is out! "Rebirth: A Turbulent Decade" is available on my author page. Please support it!

14 两 True Martial Arts Across Two Worlds 两界真武 Ming Ye茗夜Urban2.4M WordsCompleted Jiang Zhenwu, who has practiced martial arts since childhood, suddenly gains the ability to travel to the continent of Valoran, the Land of Runes. From then on, he sets out on the path to becoming a powerhouse in both worlds! This is a land of snow and frost, where ferocious beasts roam. This is Freljord, on the continent of Valoran! Here lies the Fields of Justice, here stands the Institute of War, and here are more than a hundred champions... At first, however, Jiang Zhenwu is even weaker than 0Votes193.2kRecs141.5kFans

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Jiang Zhenwu, who had been practicing martial arts since childhood, suddenly gained the ability to travel to the continent of Valoran in Runeterra. From then on, he embarked on the path of becoming a powerful figure in both worlds! This is a snowfield, this is a land of ice and frost, this is where wild beasts roam, this is Freljord, this is the continent of Valoran! Here lies a land of justice, here lies a war academy, here lie hundreds of heroes… At the beginning, Jiang Zhenwu was weaker than the ordinary people in this tribe.

16 神 God-Tier Farm 神级农场 Tenderness in a Rifle钢枪里的温柔Urban8.9M WordsOngoing After hitting the lowest point in his life, Xia Ruofei unexpectedly discovers that his ancestral painting conceals a whole world of its own: a pocket dimension all to himself. Inside are a spirit pool that accelerates plant growth, mysterious spirit flowers that can cure every ailment, and a time flow ten times faster than the outside world. Whatever he plants turns out top quality and grows at incredible speed, while any animal he raises becomes remarkably intelligent… From then on, Xia Ruofei 0Votes753.3kRecs352kFans

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When Xia Ruofei was going through a low point in his life, he unexpectedly discovered that his ancestral scroll contained a hidden world, with its own independent little space. The space contains spiritual water that promotes plant growth, mysterious spiritual flowers that can cure all diseases, and it even has a tenfold speed of time flow. Everything planted here is of the highest quality, everything grows incredibly fast, and everything nurtured here possesses spirituality... From then on, Xia Ruofei embarked on a wonderful and unique life, planting flowers, trees, raising animals, and flirting with beautiful women. ※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※ I have completed two novels: "Rebirth: Riding the Waves" (1.3 Million words) and "The Ultimate Playboy" (4.6 Million words). I guarantee my quality, so please feel free to collect and read them. If you're looking for something to read, you can check out my older works. ※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※ [Book Club] 300769830, cute girls are around, come join us! VIP reader group number: 295848872. To join the group, you need to provide a screenshot of your full subscription.

17 野 Wildness Reigns 野性为王 Too Wide过宽Urban2.5M WordsOngoing Wilderness: birds and beasts, flowers and insects, fish and bugs. Taking two chubby pandas to the Spring Festival Gala to wish everyone a happy New Year made the people of China remember the name Ji An. A photo of him bare-chested in an animal-hide wrap, walking alongside lions on the Serengeti, made him famous worldwide. Wrestling orangutans, going undercover in wolf and lion packs, and livestreaming among wild beasts, he’s one of a kind. Starting with livestreams of walking dogs, then fishing, 0Votes490.9kRecs235.5kFans

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Wildness: birds and beasts, flowers, birds, fish and insects. Leading two chubby pandas onto the Spring Festival Gala to wish everyone a Happy New Year made the name "Ji An" unforgettable for the Chinese people. A photo of him shirtless, wearing an animal skin, walking alongside lions on the Serengeti plains made him a global sensation. Wrestling with gorillas, infiltrating wolf packs and lion prides, and livestreaming while mingling with wild animals are all unique experiences for him. Starting with live streaming of walking dogs, then fishing, wildlife parks, safari jungles, and oceans, the boy gradually grew into the king of urban beasts.

18 重 Rekindled 重燃 New Orleans Grilled Sturgeon Burger奥尔良烤鲟鱼堡Urban2.3M WordsCompleted Cheng Ran is reborn in a world that is both familiar and strange... Every step of the way, he burns bright. 12Votes3MRecs901.3kFans

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Cheng Ran is reborn in this familiar yet strange world... Cheng Cheng is burning brightly. Group 1: 971276028 Group 2: 769607127 Group 3: 692354208

23 聊 Strange Tales of Hollywood 聊斋好莱坞 Magical Stone魔幻的石头Urban1.9M WordsOngoing My new book, “The Immortal and the Strange in the Flourishing Tang: Becoming a God by Taking Huanhuan as My Disciple,” is out now. Hope you enjoy it. “Hey, Charlotte, the ghost effects in this movie you made look so realistic! How did you do it?” “You mean that one? That was a real female ghost.” “…” The legend of a master of horror cinema. A Hollywood Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio. A mage’s story set in the Age of Declining Dharma. You think this is an entertainment novel? It’s actually a 0Votes211.3kRecs93.3kFans

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My new book, "The Immortal and Mysterious Tang Dynasty: The Investiture of the Gods Begins with Taking Huanhuan as My Disciple," has been released. Welcome to read it. "Hey Charlotte, the special effects for the ghost in your movie are so realistic! How did you do that?" "You mean that one? That's a real female ghost." "..." The legend of a master of horror films. A Hollywood version of Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio. A story of a Dharma Master in the Dharma-ending Age. —You think this is an entertainment novel? It's actually a supernatural novel. —You think this is a supernatural novel? Actually, it's an urban novel. —You think this is an urban novel? Actually, it's still an entertainment novel.

29 神 Divine Treasures 神藏 Da Yan打眼Urban5.3M WordsCompleted In the blink of an eye, seas turn to fields. Dayan takes you into the world of antiques!!! 7Votes3MRecs742.7kFans

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In the blink of an eye, the world changes. DaYan will take you into the world of antiques!

30 黑 The Cutting-Edge Technology Research Center 黑科技研发中心 Fan Hetao凡核桃Urban2.8M WordsCompleted A research center deep in the mountains has captured the attention of the entire world. Every breakthrough that comes out of it sends ripples across the globe. It gives streamers who dream of broadcasting from the wilderness hope that they can have a metal orb follow them around. It gives those who wish to explore the mysterious ocean depths a chance of success. Technology changes lives, while Wang Hao simply studies one technology after another. 0Votes420.4kRecs357.7kFans

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A research and development center located deep in the mountains has attracted the attention of the entire world, simply because one of its achievements from time to time has stirred up global interest. This gave aspiring streamers who wanted to broadcast from the wilderness hope of having a metal ball follow them. Those who wish to explore the mysterious depths of the ocean now have a chance to succeed. Technology changes lives, but Wang Hao is simply researching one technology after another. Walnut Book Club: 598645651 (Unlimited chat and casual conversation) Join our all-inclusive black technology subscription group, group number: 154320499 (requires a certain number of followers). Walnut's new book: Take my dad away quickly.

32 超 Super Monster Factory 超级怪兽工厂 Sword Hidden in the Box匣中藏剑Urban3.4M WordsOngoing My name is Ye Qing, and I was lucky enough to get an app called Monster Factory. These incredibly strong monsters can each do the work of a hundred people, and they come with all kinds of skills. Efficiency? Switch on the “Processing Speed +300%” skill, and you think you can compete with me? Precision? Ahem. Bring me my legendary-quality vernier calipers and let them see what absolute precision looks like. Ye Qing’s motto: A man who wants to swagger needs a fat wallet. The monsters’ motto: Don’t 0Votes3.4MRecs1.2MFans

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My name is Ye Qing, and I was lucky enough to get an app called [Monster Factory]. These incredibly strong monsters are so powerful that one of them can do the work of a hundred, and they also have all sorts of skills. Efficiency? With the +300% processing speed skill activated, you think you can compete with me on efficiency? Precision? Cough cough~ Bring me my legendary vernier caliper, let him see what absolute precision is. Ye Qing's quote: If a man wants to be cool, his wallet needs to be bulging. Monster's words: Don't try to compete with us maliciously. Mechanical manufacturing is just a hobby for us. Our fists and invulnerable bodies are what we have to rely on in this world. A 20-meter-tall, muscular, savage behemoth, wielding a legendary-quality cutting machine, roared, "I'm not targeting any particular manufacturing company, but everyone here is trash." [Monster Factory Group: 20417916] [Monster Master Group: 18493657 (Full subscription and image verification required)]

35 全 Global High Martial Arts 全球高武 Old Eagle Eats Chicks老鹰吃小鸡Urban8.4M WordsCompleted The catacombs invade, and martial arts rise. Even the little people have great hearts. They fight to survive and fight to protect. Follow Fang Ping, an ordinary man who rises step by step, in his story of saving the whole world (and bluffing his way through it)! 106Votes10.7MRecs4.9MFans

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The invasion of underground caves leads to the rise of martial arts. Ordinary people can also have great aspirations; they fight for survival and for protection. Watch as the ordinary man Fang Ping rises step by step to save (or deceive) the whole world! (Group 1 ID: 555700424; Group 2 ID: 931250725; Full subscription verification group ID: 625012087)

36 天 The Apocalypse Gate 天启之门 Dancing跳舞Urban3.4M WordsOngoing [NPCs strike back against players! Crush the transmigrators!] This is my world, and I make the rules! Who gave you bastards the right to throw your weight around here?! The path to becoming [the greatest savior in history] is sure to be thrilling! … Chen Xiaolian: Starting today, we're forming a resistance group dedicated to fighting those bastards! Our team will be called… the Goofball Alliance! Team member: Captain, with a name like that, I'm afraid people will beat us up if we tell them… … 0Votes4MRecs785kFans

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[NPCs fight back against players! They utterly crush the time-traveler!] My world, my rules! Who gave you bastards the right to act so arrogantly?! Embarking on the path to becoming the "strongest savior in history" is destined to be full of excitement! Chen Xiaolian: Starting today, a resistance organization dedicated to resisting those bastards is established! Our team name is... The Silly Alliance! Teammate: Captain, I'm afraid people will beat me up if they find out this name...

37 老 This Monk Wants to Return to Secular Life 老衲要还俗 A Dream of Millet一梦黄粱Urban3.2M WordsCompleted The myriad faces of humanity and countless divine powers amount to nothing more than a mountain, a temple, and a monk. My new book, The Rabbit Must Die, starts updating on June 1. If you enjoy Huang Liang’s work, check it out! 0Votes1.1MRecs1.1MFans

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Human life is full of wonders and countless supernatural abilities, but they all boil down to a single mountain, a single temple, and a single monk. My new book, "The Rabbit Must Die," will begin updating on June 1st. If you like Huang Liang's works, you can check it out!

38 美 The Gourmet’s Supplier 美食供应商 The Cat Who Can Cook会做菜的猫Urban6.0M WordsCompleted “In the distant East, there is a strange little restaurant that has turned down Michelin three-star ratings several times. It’s expensive: a bowl of egg fried rice with soup costs RMB 288. Oh, I forgot, it also comes with a plate of pickles. Even so, plenty of people line up for a table. The restaurant doesn’t take reservations. You have to queue in person, and countless people fly in on private jets just to get in line. Of course, there’s no place to park your plane or your car. The service is 8Votes8.3MRecs3.3MFans

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"In the far East, there exists a strange little shop that has repeatedly refused Michelin three-star ratings. The prices are exorbitant; a bowl of fried rice with soup costs 288 RMB, oh, and it includes a side of kimchi, yet even so, long queues form. They don't accept reservations, only walk-ins, and countless people arrive by private jet specifically to queue, though of course, no parking or landing spots are provided. The service is appalling; customers are expected to serve themselves, clear their own dishes, and even wipe the tables! Good heavens, this owner must be insane." —Michelin Guide Foodie group, everyone is welcome to join and chat: 526149614 Dragon Tiger Fight Main Group: Subscribe to all accounts to join! 577415455 Cai Mao appears unpredictably~

42 逆 Riding the Tide of a Pure-Hearted Era 逆流纯真年代 Worldly Arsenal人间武库Urban2.2M WordsCompleted Time is a ship. Some people like to think of those few years in the early 1990s as the final voyage of a once-innocent era. Jiang Che, long since changed by the passing years, returns against the current and starts over in 1992, writing a brilliant youth that can finally be laid to rest properly. [Welcome to the second VIP group for Reversing the Current of Innocent Days: 497283806 (You must provide a screenshot showing you’ve purchased the whole book to join. This time, I’ll try to talk more.)] 41Votes2.9MRecs1.6MFans

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Time is a ship sailing on a ship, and some people like to regard the early 1990s as the last leg of that innocent era. Jiang Che, who is no longer innocent with the passing years, returns against the current, restarting 1992, and writing a brilliant chapter of youth that can finally be properly settled. Welcome to the VIP Group 2 for the Innocent Years Against the Current: 497283806 (You need to subscribe to the full subscription and provide a screenshot to join. I'll try to talk more this time.)

44 我EN I Really Am Immortal 我真的长生不老 First Love, Brilliant as Summer Flowers初恋璀璨如夏花Urban3.7M WordsCompleted This book tells the story of how an immortal should live a positive and upright life in modern human society under the guidance of the Core Socialist Values. I hope it can offer some useful experience to other immortals, people with supernatural abilities, cultivators, aliens, and nonhuman beings who wish to contribute to national development and live stable, harmonious lives. Book VIP group: 870388766 (full), 723479938 (requir 26Votes2.3MRecs1.6MFans

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This article tells the story of how an immortal person should live a positive and correct life in modern human society under the guidance of the core socialist values. It is hoped that this will serve as a starting point for other long-lived individuals, people with special abilities, cultivators, extraterrestrials, and non-human beings to participate in national construction and a stable and harmonious life. QQ groups for artwork submissions: 741825442 (full), 783764489 (full), 907366463 (empty) This book's VIP group: 870388766 (full), 723479938 (10000 fan points)

45 顾 Gu Dao's Immortal Life 顾道长生 Sleep Turns You White睡觉会变白Urban2.3M WordsCompleted I thought this was going to be a realistic urban-life story, but then the setting changed without warning! Spiritual qi revival, the return of Taoist arts: this is probably a story about modern civilization transforming into a cultivation civilization. This book still takes its time. Reader group: 666-464-52. VIP group: 465-455-757 14Votes2.5MRecs1MFans

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I thought it was a realistic depiction of urban life, but the setting was changed without warning! The revival of spiritual energy and the reappearance of Taoist practices—this is probably the story of a modern civilization transforming into a civilization of cultivation. This book is still quite long-winded. Book club group: 666-464-52. VIP group: 465-455-757

46 修EN Cultivation Chat Group (The Daily Life of a Chat Group) 修真聊天群（聊天群的日常生活） Legend of the Paladin圣骑士的传说Urban8.5M WordsCompleted One day, Song Shuhang accidentally joined a chat group for veteran sufferers of immortal-cultivation chuunibyou. Everyone in the group addressed one another as fellow Daoists, and their profile names were all things like Palace Master, Cave Master, Perfected One, and Celestial Master. Even the group owner's lost pet dog was described as a great demon hound that had run away from home. All day long, they chatted about alchemy, exploring secret realms, cultivation experiences, and such. Then one 114Votes17.6MRecs15.7MFans

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One day, Song Shuhang accidentally joined a chat group for hardcore fans of fantasy novels and chuunibyou (a Japanese term for someone with delusions of grandeur). The group members all addressed each other as "fellow Daoists," and their nicknames were filled with various titles like "Lord of a Palace," "Master of a Cave," "True Person," and "Celestial Master." Even the group owner's lost pet dog was referred to as a "Great Demon Dog Who Ran Away from Home." They spent all their time discussing alchemy, exploring secret realms, and cultivation techniques. One day, after lurking for a long time, he suddenly discovered that... Every single member of the group was actually a cultivator, the kind who could move mountains and overturn seas and live for thousands of years! Aaaaaah, my worldview has completely shattered overnight! Book club: Kyushu No. 1 Group: 207572656 Jiuzhou Group 2: 168114177 Jiuzhou Group 3: 165210665 (New) Nine Provinces No. 1 Group (VIP book club, verification required) 63769632

47 大 Spare Me, Great Lord! 大王饶命 The Elbow That Can Talk会说话的肘子Urban2.8M WordsCompleted A car accident changes high school student Lu Shu’s life. When the age of spiritual qi revival arrives, he’s determined to lead the way. Survival of the fittest. The victor rules. … 152Votes11.6MRecs5.4MFans

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High school student Lü Shu's life is changed by a car accident. When the era of spiritual energy revival arrives, he wants to be a leader of this era. Survival of the fittest, the winner takes all.