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Sixty years ago, one hundred thousand Chinese Expeditionary Forces were defeated at the Nu River, fifty thousand brave souls perished along the Burma border, and the corpses piled up like mountains in the Hu Kang River Valley. No one dared to approach the devil's dwelling place as described by the indigenous people. Only the following year, under a top-secret order, the 38th Division set out on a mission with a special task force that obeyed without question or hesitation. They silently infiltrated
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The 30-year-old award-winning actor, Ji Shenqian, died and woke up in a world filled with mechas and AI after crossing over. From being a popular actor to becoming an unknown and relegated to playing supporting roles, he found himself engulfed in scandals. It is said that the deepest tenderness goes unnoticed, and the most beautiful moments pass in the blink of an eye. On stage, Ji Shenqian fell in love at first sight with the aloof and restrained national heartthrob, Xi Cen. Ji Shenqian said, "Hey handsome, want to sleep together sometime?" Xi Cen replied, "..." The road to the throne is filled with thorns, luckily I have you by my side. Externally, Ji Shenqian
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【Indifferent as a lotus, the fox lady clashes with the iron-blooded ice mountain black wolf. An ultimate pet story. Don't worry, folks, feel free to dive in!】 Who is Quan Jingwu? He is a prominent figure in the capital. Renowned as "Lord Jing," he is also the pinnacle of the capital's pyramid, a "big diamond." However, one day, the admired "big diamond" is labeled by a woman, who happens to be the person they despise the most. Everyone in the capital is dumbfounded. Who is Jian Qing? She is a stain on her family, a despised illegitimate child, the laughingstock of a prestigious household. But upon her return, she shines brilliantly. It's time for those who owe her to repay their debts one by one. As layers of identities are revealed, those who once looked down on her are left with faceslaps. At their first meeting, she is as calm as a lotus, with an elegant demeanor, making a grand appearance. At their second meeting, she is as fierce as a fighting beast, a faint smile on her face, but striking swiftly and ruthlessly. At their third meeting, she is as cunning as a fox, uttering "Xiao Jing" and completely capturing his heart, leading him on the path of doting on his wife, never to turn back. Dog food drama: Underling: "Boss, there are rumors outside that Madam was born to conquer you, and your compatibility is off." Lord Jing: "Nonsense." "...". All the subordinates lower their heads, afraid of provoking their boss's anger. They take a step back, fearing his wrath. Then, a deep voice is heard, tinged with a hint of indulgent laughter, "She was clearly born to be spoiled by me, to be cherished by me." Unexpectedly fed dog food in the face, everyone immediately loses interest and can't help but howl inside. Madam, please come and take the boss away. He's about to torture the dogs again.
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Transcending the boundaries between the 3D and 2D dimensions, many familiar anime characters have unexpectedly come to life! Saber, Asuna, Akatsuki, Shion, Misaka Mikoto, Kiryuin Satsuki, Kurousagi... Should we be excited or thrilled about the collision between the real and fictional characters? However, this is a survival game island where only the strong and wise can survive... Amidst the traversal of different dimensions and brutal killings, Zhang Zhui has only one belief left, which is to strive to live! PS: Already conquered Sword Art Online, Angel Beats!, and Date A Live. The next world to
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In her previous life, An Qing ignored her family's opposition and resolutely married the man she loved. However, due to interference from their relatives and misunderstandings with her husband, they ended up as strangers, living a des
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The school suddenly welcomed a handsome transfer student and it caused quite a sensation! Ling Xia, with the support of her three older brothers, couldn't help but be captivated by him. Senior, do you think you still have a chance to escape? When two wealthy students come together to show off their achievements, and two top students come together to show their affection... can anyone else in the school survive? (╯‵□′)╯︵┻━┻
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In this world, there are many unknowns. In [year] [month] issue, the Indian Ocean earthquake triggered a tsunami, taking away millions of lives in an instant and shocking the world. No one would know that just an hour before the tsunami, in a small town in northern China, thousands of miles away, an average middle-aged wizard accurately predicted this disaster through divination. That person was my master. My master told me that the secrets of fate are deeply hidden and difficult to fathom. Sometimes, even if they briefly reveal themselves, it is
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A female student, borrowing a corpse to revive her soul, found herself in a place similar to the ancient era of warring states. Possessing an extraordinary appearance that defied gender stereotypes, she also had a fiancé with a deep-seated grudge against her father's murderer. Amidst the turmoil, she was abducted by the most powerful figure of that era! The warring states, an era bloody, splendid, and radiant like poppy flowers. Here, battle cries echoed, women were treated as playthings, severed heads were gifts, and heroes were as common as grass. In this era, there were the strongest men, sharp swords, brilliant cultures, as well as beautiful and short-lived women. The female protagonist, with her modern consciousness, unwittingly became a pawn in the games of different factions. In a time where even life cannot be preserved, how can she maintain her true self? In an era filled with formidable individuals, the protagonist, unwilling to be manipulated at will, embarks on a solitary path of defiance against the world. For friends who enjoy this book, we now have a supergroup! The previous group will be terminated within two weeks. The group number for the supergroup is: [please insert the group number]. Let's act quickly, everyone. Password: Please write the name of the male lead character in any novel by Lin Jiacheng. Lin Jiacheng...
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Wandering on the edge of life and death, lost in the choices between right and wrong, navigating through a world of magic and technology, stepping into the realms of reality and illusion. The aggressive young man, who has lost his family, enters this hallucinatory space, searching once again for the meaning of his existence. PS: The new book "Death List" has been released, with the epilogue of the superstring theory in the related works of the new book. Please support and bookmark it, and don't forget to give it a thumbs up! ()
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It is said that childhood sweethearts should trust each other completely, but the rabbit does not eat grass near the nest! Everyone envies her for having a high-quality man by her side, yes, he is attractive, well-educated, and comes from a good family. But if he doesn't fit her path, it's all in vain. She originally planned to promote him, but suddenly found herself falling into his sweet trap. Well then, handsome, shall we spar a little?
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A ordinary person encountered a UFO and became an alien agent, embarking on a thrilling new journey with a super-intelligent extraterrestrial computer. Genius? I am known for outshining geniuses in seconds. Wealth? I control the direction of world technology; money really can't be avoided like dung. Beauties are my weakness, well, let me delve into understanding you from the beginning... This book has joined the wireless mobile reading platform and is updated synchronously. You can read it anytime on your phone: [Insert website link]. Thank you to the readers for
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In the future, almost everything in the world can be encapsulated. Cars become capsules the size of peanuts, fit in pockets, luxurious mansions fit in
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Also known as "A Wisp of Incense, Defying Yin and Yang". The first thing she saw upon waking up was her own coffin. As the daughter of the Ministry of Personnel's Chief Secretary's mansion, she had been regarded as a madwoman and sent to live with her third uncle since she was young. It had been ten years since then. She lived in poverty, ignored by everyone. In the past, she was oblivious to possessing strange yin-yang dual pupils that could decipher the secrets of the heavens. But after waking up from the coffin, her mind inexplicably gained troubling memories, as well as knowledge of making incense. With rare and exotic fragrances at her fingertips, the noble families competed to win her favor. Who had once whispered in her ear, promising never to abandon her in
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In ancient times, even longer ago than anyone could remember, a fantastical power system held a magnetic attraction for some individuals who were driven to madness. The thirst for power is an inherent longing in human nature, and it is precisely
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The long sword breaks through the air, stars descend to the world. Fresh blood blossoms, unknown to anyone. The sword is the messenger of death, the proclamation of mortality. Even with countless wounds on my body, my sword can still judge the heavens and the earth! (Note: Original title "The World Decisive in Online Game")
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When I was young, I used to see unclean things. My step-grandmother secretly kept a little ghost with me and said it was to protect me. Unexpectedly, my grandfather discovered it and angrily burned the paper figure. As they say: Inviting a god is easy, but sending away a ghost is difficult. On the long journey called life, I shall find my way! Just signed an exclusive contract with "耗这口," a popular Weibo influencer with millions of fans, for publication! Welcome everyone to follow my Weibo account: Thank you to those who came from Weibo, Black Stone supports third-party one-click import, no registration required. You can directly log in with your Weibo account or QQ. I hope you log in and bookmark this book, and maybe also give it a recommendation vote. First released on Black Stone Reading website, exclusive
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【Next Idea Original Literature Competition Entry】 "What do you want me to do before you let go of the First Love Band..." What do I have to do for you to let go of me... He was waiting for the day when she would surrender and willingly come to him. Yin Sizhe smirked coldly, "Stay by my side for a week and obey my every command. Then I will let them go." But you, Su Li, will never be able to leave me for the rest of your life! From their first encounter, she had provoked him. From then on, this man's invasion into
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