The Dragon City Trilogy is a renowned work by the prominent contemporary writer Diana. It includes three books: 'The Western Decision' (published in year), 'The Eastern Fading Light' (published in year), and 'The Southern Melody' (divided into two volumes, published in year). The story takes place in a place called Dragon City and revolves around the Zheng family. After reading 'The Southern Melody,' the famous writer Liu Zhenyun commented, 'Love and hate, life and death are old topics, but Diana believes that they rejuvenate and sprout new branches every day. From 'The Western Decision' to 'The Eastern Fading Light,' and then to 'The Southern Melody,' although the roots are planted in the same land as others, the trunks grow so differently. From the perspective of similarity and difference, Diana increasingly displays a distinctive style.'
568.44 Million words | 2020-08-02 21:17Update
Jiang Yan returned from the battlefield, and her friends went to the airport to welcome her. However, they waited for a long time and didn't see Jiang Yan's figure. Just when everyone was leaving in disappointment, in the airport restroom, Jiang Yan tidied up her disheveled clothes. A smile appeared at the corner of her flower-stained lips and she said, 'Sorry for keeping you waiting.' Everyone stared in amazement at the figure behind her. The captain of the Jiang City Police Force walked out with a cold face, wiping off the lipstick from the corner of his thumb, and said in a deep voice, 'We had a fight.' Everyone understood instantly. 'Remember to wipe off the lipstick from your neck too, Captain.'
204.36 Million words | 2020-12-19 16:34Update
Also known as 'Investment Bankers', her best friend asked: What's your relationship? He confidently replied: We live together. She angrily exclaimed: Live my ass! It's just a shared space, okay! In short, this is a story of going from roommates to lovers. In even shorter terms, this is a story of a girl transforming from a saint to a queen. No matter how winding the path of love may be, lovers always reach their destination smoothly. Forget about the honeymoon phase and all that, haha! Protagonist: Investment Banking Girl Male Protagonist: Investment Banking Elite Investment banking: An abbreviation for investment bank, not an actual bank but a brokerage firm, usually involved in services like IPOs, secondary offerings, bond issuances, mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring. Main keywords: North drifting, roommates, workplace (investment banking), undercover rich second generation, female rookie turning into business elite.
259.72 Million words | 2021-06-14 22:43Update
"Morning starts from noon" is a creative essay by Lu Yao about his motivation and dedication after achieving great success with his novel "Life". Instead of being complacent in the glory, he strives to believe in his potential for even greater success and that "Life" is not an insurmountable barrier. This led to his great vision to create the award-winning novel "Ordinary World" which later won the Mao Dun Literature Prize.
499.97 Million words | 2021-07-29 17:48Update
The most beautiful memory of youth is when I secretly fell in love with your dazzling smile in the crowd. I told you I liked you but then ran away, too afraid to face you. And you, not as indifferent as you seemed, were nervous and unsure. I will never forget the young man who stayed up late in front of his computer, searching for the song I had sung; or the one who hid on the dark balcony and sang a song only I could hear, even if it was off-key. You, like that, illuminated the years and warmed the time.
245.07 Million words | 2022-01-03 09:49Update
Zhao Jingming, once famous for his basketball skills in high school basketball league, got injured in a basketball game before the college entrance examination. Without the exam results, he could only rely on a special admission to enter the private Rongcheng United University. In an unfamiliar environment and facing family changes, basketball became his only companion. Zhang Zhi, a basketball fanatic, came to Rongcheng United University to prove himself and follow his idol, Gao Hai. Zhang Zhi wanted to form a perfect basketball team and defeat Wang Lei, the captain of the Ningzhou University basketball team, who had been his lifelong rival. After numerous twists and turns, the Lightning Team was formed. But the future has arrived, without asking if they are prepared or not. Their only possession is their love for basketball. No basketball, no brothers. Only on the court, at this age, can one truly experience youth. Basketball has also become their weapon to defend themselves.
382.48 Million words | 2020-08-13 07:32Update
The TV series 'The Su Family Chronicles' is based on the novel of the same name. Su Lili, the owner of Su Family Coffin Shop in the capital city, saves a troubled young man named Mutou one early spring morning. Little do they know, she is the daughter of a former imperial chancellor and he is the son of the present Crown Prince. They navigate through hardships, hiding in the market and evading public attention, but they remain inseparable once they find each other. However, before everything truly begins, Mutou, with his secretive identity, suddenly goes missing.
369.40 Million words | 2021-08-14 22:30Update
In a world filled with cultural prestige, only the city of Luoyi stands out. And within Luoyi, the Song family reigns supreme. With a father known for his wisdom, an uncle revered as a literary genius, an elder brother who achieved the highest academic rank, a second brother who excelled in the imperial examinations, a talented elder sister, and a skilled second sister, the Song family is the epitome of success. However, the youngest daughter, Song Zhu, lacks any remarkable qualities except for her appearance. Faced with the pressure to marry well, she believes that beauty is all a woman needs. But when she meets the man of her dreams, she realizes that a pretty face alone is not enough.
589.60 Million words | 2021-03-08 17:27Update
If we can't be friends, what else can we be? In the TV drama "We Can't Be Friends", Zhou Weiwei (played by Guo Xuefu) is about to enter into marriage with her stable boyfriend when she begins to doubt if this is the future she truly wants. However, upon meeting Chu Kehuan (played by Liu Yihao), their intense attraction towards each other will push their respective emotions into a storm of moral dilemma.
372.89 Million words | 2021-05-02 08:08Update
In a bustling city, everyone has their own story - some joyful, some happy, some heart-wrenching... But this book primarily tells the story between me and a married woman...
299.37 Million words | 2020-08-06 17:26Update
(Original Title: The Unemployed Queen) She is a kind and innocent wedding planner, longing for true love, but never finding it; he is a breakup expert who doesn't believe in love, only because he was deeply hurt by it in the past. They are rivals in their careers, but also playful enemies in life, the most hilarious and entertaining couple in love pursuit history. From arguments to understanding and falling in love, through ups and downs, they finally realize that everyone is waiting for the right person. He/She will make us stronger, braver, and happier. This is our most unforgettable first love. 'The Second First Love' is a unique and romantic memoir of first love, giving you a different feeling. A pure and heartwarming story, every word flowing with the taste of happiness.
339.36 Million words | 2021-12-14 22:57Update
The Grand Mansion is a novel meticulously written by Guo Baochang over more than forty years. This book is the second part of 'The Grand Mansion' and mainly depicts the century-old mansion that has weathered storms finally entering the threshold of new China. The people inside the high walls and deep courtyards experience the impact of ideas and the baptism of movements, depicting a series of tragic and joyful dramas. The grand mansion eventually falls apart after enduring twists of fate and facing fatal blows from the younger generations. However, Lord Bai Jingqi, the seventh lord, remains as courageous as ever. This is a rare character in the literary gallery. The author skillfully weaves the storylines, creates dramatic conflicts, and effortlessly handles the grand theme, delving into the complexity of human nature and emotions with new depth. The book is emotionally rich, structurally clear, linguistically refined, and possesses a strong artistic appeal. 'The Grand Mansion' became a major spectacle in the Chinese cultural community at the time, and its true value and significance lie not only in vividly and profoundly depicting the rise and fall of a great family...
254.32 Million words | 2020-11-20 15:06Update
A street filled with salt shops, where one performance ends and another begins, witnessing the ever-changing world. Two prominent families entangled in old grudges and new conflicts, battling for love and revenge. In the year 1927 of the Republic of China, the seventh miss arrives at Salt Shop Street. A seemingly well-matched alliance hides a meticulously planned scheme by both families. Amidst the treacherous environment, with hidden arrows and internal rivalries, every step in the prosperous setting is a struggle for power. From the distant salt fields to the captivating salt wars, deceit and scheming pervade every corner of Salt Shop Street. Arson, protests, strikes, and gunfights set the street ablaze; rumors, slander, framing, and scapegoating taint the noble Jade Orchid Hall. In the rush of time, as the river flows, experience the fragrance of flowers along the banks of Qinghe, and discover the tangled affairs and true emotions embedded in the turbulent salt industry.
367.71 Million words | 2020-10-19 03:29Update
Original novel: 'Men and Women on Financial Street'. Chu Qianmiao once impulsively wrote a love letter to Ren Yan during their school days, but he rejected her. Later, they meet again in their workplace. Chu Qianmiao: 'What about giving it another try?' Ren Yan: 'No, you don't want to.' But why is Ren Yan acting like this? He says no with his mouth, but his actions suggest otherwise. Chu Qianmiao doesn't care: 'I have three thousand drops of water, and you only have two flames. I can extinguish you one thousand five hundred times without feeling bored.' Ren Yan suddenly lowers his head and approaches her: 'How do you plan to extinguish me?' - A beautiful and charming Miss Chu Qianmiao armed with level ten rainbow compliments versus the cool, arrogant, direct, and enticing Ren Yan. An intriguing investment banking story.
285.59 Million words | 2020-10-15 09:04Update
The Tea People Trilogy, consisting of the first book, 'A Prosperous Tea House in the South', and the second book, 'The Lord of the Sleepless Nights', both winners of the 5th Mao Dun Literature Prize, with the third book titled 'Building Grass into a City'. The trilogy revolves around the fortunes and changes of four generations of the Hang family, who are the owners of the Blissful Tea House in the green tea capital, Hangzhou. The novels portray the diverse and meaningful characters of Hang Tianzui, Hang Jiahe, Zhao Jike, Shen Lvai, and others, showcasing the enduring spirit and charm of tea people in Hangzhou who persevere through hardships, cleanse impurities, and strive forward with blood and sacrifices in their life journeys. It symbolizes the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation in seeking survival and development, as well as the yearning for freedom and longing for enlightenment. The intertwining of tea's fragrance, blood's vapor, heart's collision, and love's entanglement is beautifully weaved by the author's eloquent and potent writing. The trilogy also incorporates the historical events of the century, the shadows of Hangzhou's history, the rise and fall of the tea industry, and the sentiment of tea people, creating a remarkable narrative that showcases the author's meticulous historical knowledge and skill in depicting social phenomena on a large scale.
291.78 Million words | 2020-07-12 05:52Update
"You on the Plateau" mainly tells the experiences of a group of people born in the last century. Centered around the protagonist Ning Qia, it explores the rise and fall, joys and sorrows, gains and losses, and honors and disgrace of the previous generation and the family, showcasing the living conditions and psychological traits of contemporary people against a vast backdrop. The book is divided into 39 volumes, organized into ten units. "You on the Plateau" encompasses a wide range of themes, offering a magnificent and fascinating account of the era. It is a book grounded in reality, a book of exploration, and a "great record of the times." It contains all sorts of characters and legends, as well as the hidden arts and life's secrets. The book perfectly combines vastness and meticulousness, and its powerful thoughts and admirable "crazy passion" leave a tremendous impact. One might wonder, when people retrospectively assess China's transformation in the 20th century, what could be more rich, authentic, and vivid than this monumental work?
494.77 Million words | 2022-06-14 06:07Update
The novel is set in rural Xinjiang and begins with a case of grain theft in a commune. With unfolding suspense and the unique customs and traditions of the western regions, it presents a panorama of modern life in Xinjiang to the readers. It also reflects the real lives of the Han and Uyghur people under a special historical background, as well as their mutual understanding and coexistence. It carries the weight of history, yet vividly portrays the characters in their daily lives, with captivating suspense, concentrated conflicts, and distinctive Xinjiang charm. The language is witty and humorous. The novel's ingenious design includes 'Author's Reflections' following each chapter, using Wang Meng's contemporary perspective to comment on and expound his thoughts and creative process, creating a dialogue between the young and mature selves of Wang Meng. This adds a sense of modernity and relevance to a work from the 1960s and 1970s.
276.80 Million words | 2022-01-28 06:47Update
It was a time of nostalgia and happiness when people were innocent, optimistic, and full of aspirations. The society was brimming with new things and nurturing various dreams. Jiang Lu, a makeup artist for a circus troupe, was beautiful and capable, loved by everyone. It was bewildering that she remained single at the age of 36, becoming an unsolvable mystery to others. Song Yusheng, a photographer for a publishing house, had gained reputation in the industry. Six years ago, his wife died in a car accident, and although his former mother-in-law constantly introduced potential partners to him, he never felt interested... An accidental encounter brought Jiang Lu and Song Yusheng together, and their dormant passion was instantly ignited, burning fiercely! However, their families' opposition drove Jiang Lu into despair. Just when she was about to give up on Song Yusheng, the power of love made her make a reckless decision - to get married! After marrying Song Yusheng, Jiang Lu did not encounter a romantic and wonderful honeymoon...
240.90 Million words | 2022-04-13 07:33Update
Under the eaves, the peach blossoms bloom quietly while my junior sister, Ding Xuan, practices swordsmanship in the courtyard. I can hear the swooshing sound of the sword, and suddenly Ding Xuan gives a clear shout, followed by a chirping sound from the swallow's nest under the eaves. Even through the window, I can see the beautiful, tail-cutting flight of the pair of swallows. Ding Xuan says, 'Oh, Tiger has jumped onto the eaves again.' Tiger is the cat raised by my fifth junior sister, Ding Xu. It's black with yellow spots, hence the name Tiger. Tiger is mischievous and spends its days staring at the swallow's nest under the eaves, hoping to devour that pair of swallows. Unfortunately, Tiger's attempts have all failed, and the pair of swallows continue to fly around, unharmed. I can fully understand Tiger. Spending days on Emei Mountain, in authentic Song dynasty language, it's getting disheartened.
344.80 Million words | 2020-11-25 17:45Update
Cheng Muyang, a man like him, is a temptation in itself. And she, has already been tempted. Incomprehensible words, spoken vaguely. But her heart has already softened. No woman can escape such a man who treats her so gently. She feels that Cheng Muyang's existence is a disaster for her. And it's an eternal one. She, like a spectator, watches the camera zoom in on him, feeling absurd. But it's staring at this young man that she realizes she has become infatuated. This love, no matter who was infatuated first, has already been destined for a lifetime. They have a long time ahead, and he is not in a hurry. He needs to slowly tell her this long story. He, Cheng Muyang, is how he owes her a life. And how he greedily demands her lifetime...
429.10 Million words | 2020-07-13 15:32Update
