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In the age of the Dharma's decline, cultivation is difficult. Jiang Le, an ordinary student with a dull mind, possesses fragments of an ancient immortal treasure, the Lost Treasure of Gold and Money. Stepping into the path, under the tutelage of Mao Xiaofang, he forcefully establishes a sacred cultivation ground in this age of decline. Standing in the void, with dragons and phoenixes resounding, Jiang Le exclaims with great passion: "Today, I have attained the Dao and established the Pure Yang Dao Academy. Those with the aspiration for the Dao, regardless of demon, ghost, or human, are all welcome to come and learn."
355.79 Million words | 2020-09-24 05:55Update
A novice cultivator's struggle in the fairy realm! An ordinary person who has not experienced the heavenly tribulation grabs onto the leg of a pure white fairy and ascends to the fairy realm. His romantic encounters continue unabated, as he seduces the most difficult-to-seduce fairies in the fairy realm. His growth causes major forces in the fairy realm to take notice, filled with fear and unease. He tames terrifying and powerful fairy beasts as his pets. Confronted with various conspiracies and schemes, this novice raises his foot and smashes them one by one!
210.10 Million words | 2020-08-22 11:13Update
"To buy off the work, quality guaranteed, completion guaranteed." A few sentences appeared on a simple stone monument: "If the heavens have lost their way, who will pity our blood-stained clan; Killing our people, extinguishing our path, this grudge shall not be forgotten; Body may die, soul remains unharmed; Wield chaos with a single hand, fighting recklessly in all directions. Bathing in the blood of the celestial path, slaughtering gods and demons, exterminating the demon king. Wandering the nine heavens alone, beheading immortals and Buddhas, challenging all the mighty. Throughout eternity and infinite realms, who dares to compete with my sharpness! To desire another battle in the next life, the heavens shall die and the earth shall perish. Hatred! Hatred! Hatred! Hatred towards the heavens, the earth, and all living beings; Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight against demons, witches, and godly spirits." And so, the young man from Earth, Gao Yi, fortuitously obtained this ancient stone monument and crossed over to the Tianxuan Continent. In this world, Gao Yi, with his unwavering determination and ruthlessness, gradually grew into the pinnacle figure of this immortal and demonic world. Eventually, he also uncovered the true secret of the stone monument.
25.50 Million words | 2021-12-04 11:17Update
The path to immortality is arduous, but despite countless tribulations, success is finally achieved! Wang Yuan, originally an ordinary herbalist in the mortal world, stumbled upon a low-level cultivation method (Longevity Art) and a mystical copper lamp. After undergoing trials, he finally gained entry into the Green Spirit Sect. However, this is just the beginning for him in this treacherous cultivation world. What challenges will he face next? A mortal protagonist, no harem, not brainless.
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The martial world is flourishing in the Tianwu Continent, with countless martial arts sects. Now, let's witness how Zhong Yun, with his ability to travel through various martial arts worlds, becomes the number one disciple in the world of martial arts, and sets off a new wave in this continent. (Join our communication group for valuable guidance.) Originally titled "Disciple of Wudang in the World of Martial Arts," in response to the feedback from our dear readers, we have changed the title. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
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The fairy descended to the south of the river, her words and laughter enchanting. She tied a bond of love in a water pavilion. Regretful that her infatuated heart was misplaced, unable to resist the allure of power. Driven by bitter means, abandoning everything, only to be a lonely figure singing songs of sorrow under the begrudging heavens. Dreams awakened, dreams realized, dreams shattered in the mortal realm. He, renowned for his martial arts and extensive knowledge, known as "Nan Murong in the south, Bei Qiao Feng in the north," one a great hero, the other a frustrated schemer scorned by all. He, elegant and suave, the epitome of a gentleman, giving up on his beloved cousin, only to find himself inferior to an ugly fool. He, of noble lineage, yet a fallen prince.
558.31 Million words | 2022-06-26 23:51Update
A necromancer was struck by lightning and transported to a world of cultivation, where he possessed the body of a child. Although he had no mastery of magic, he possessed a natural ability to manipulate souls and consume the blood of others to gain their spiritual power. Despite possessing a body with inferior innate five-element mixed veins, his cultivation journey was filled with uncertainty. However, he also underwent a mutation, inheriting the divine power of an ancient witch god and a rumored innate divine ability. Alright,
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In the year of AD, a Chinese scientific expedition team discovered two perfectly preserved bodies of the Jin Yi Wei in Antarctica. To gain a clear understanding of the history of the Jin Yi Wei, Ling Feng, a top student at the Special Police Academy, was tasked with traveling back in time to the Ming Dynasty and became a member of the Jin Yi Wei. From then on, he embarked on a journey with a sword in hand, venturing into the martial world...
521.56 Million words | 2021-10-02 22:25Update
He traversed to this world, but unfortunately lived in a chaotic era; he was originally a prince, but was forced to wander and endure hardships; Immortal Dao has lost its way, treating the common people as grass and dogs; the court is unrighteous, treating the common people as mere fish and meat; the aristocratic families are unjust, treating the common people as pigs and dogs. Drawing out his long sword, mounting his warhorse, he roams the world, eradicating the corruption of this age. When heaven and earth are unjust, I shall make them just; when there are flaws in the mortal world, I shall rectify them. With my own hands, I shall establish a new era.
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Whenever it snows, she always thinks of someone. The swiftest sword in the world. The deadliest, most lethal sword! A broken sword, missing an inch. But the sword became the venomous dragon he carefully nurtured, and for this person, he chose the loneliest and proudest death. As if
176.68 Million words | 2020-12-25 13:05Update
From the very beginning of the case, it was a trap. Please patiently delve into the underworld "Infernal Affairs".
225.17 Million words | 2021-06-27 11:36Update
(Master Returns, a masterpiece short story) After five thousand years in the vast immortal world, the sovereign returns. Little did he expect that on Earth, only twenty-one years had passed, and his wife is in her prime while his daughter has blossomed into her teens. With his palm to eradicate the insignificant and his sword to slay evil spirits, he joins hands to battle the heavens. A unique journey has officially begun! Welcome to join and appreciate. Reader Group 1:---
86.96 Million words | 2021-11-19 09:01Update
After transforming himself into an unparalleled defensive treasure, Xiaoyin Sword would always enhance his power whenever he was attacked. The stronger the opponent, the deeper their hatred towards him, and the faster his power would increase. In order to enhance his power even faster, Xiaoyin Sword purposely acted promiscuous. He intentionally provoked formidable enemies, seized their secret techniques, plundered their treasures, and saved their enemies... Gradually, Xiaoyin Sword accrued more and more enemies, but he also gained an increasing number of friends. Moreover, the countless treasures and wealth he seized were beyond measure...
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Xu Shuitian was a special forces soldier who sacrificed himself during a mission to combat tomb raiding in the imperial mausoleum. When he woke up, he found himself transformed into a drop of water in a mighty river. This river was called the Flowing Sands River, and in it resided a monster who had been banished from heaven and became the future Sha Monk or Sand Monk. Fortunately, Xu Shuitian became the disciple of the Sand Monk.
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Xuanxing, who had cultivated to the great Mahayana stage, perished seeking revenge for his parents. In his rebirth, how will he embark on a path that leads to his own greatness? Along the way, he encounters stunning beauties, magnificent treasures, mighty spiritual beasts, and thrilling adventures. Everything is within his grasp...
209.55 Million words | 2020-07-11 01:16Update
Being disgusted to death by the new TV adaptation of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," I crossed over to Mount Zhongnan in search of opportunities. Not fond of Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), I struggled all the way to save the beautiful supporting female lead. Cultivating martial arts and achieving immortality, I departed with the beautiful one, leading a carefree and arrogant life accompanied by the divine eagle.
191.04 Million words | 2022-01-14 00:59Update
Liuyi diligently cultivated for ten years, but instead of being accepted as a disciple by a prestigious sect, he witnessed the extermination of his entire clan by a demonic cultivator! Carrying deep hatred in his heart, he fortuitously obtained an ancient and peerless Feather Book, with divine techniques unparalleled and unmatched abilities. From then on, he embarked on the path of becoming a formidable cultivator, wondering if he could overlook the heavens and myriad realms, dominate with a single hand, and reverse the vast sky.
507.54 Million words | 2022-10-19 09:21Update
Transcending into a different world, carrying a marriage proposal, only to be brutally rejected. Chen Chao sighed, "Being rejected in marriage seems to happen every year, but this year, it's been especially frequent!"
520.52 Million words | 2021-06-24 20:24Update
【System Novel】【Female Protagonist】【Extremely Ridiculous】 Other than the system, he had no cultivation ability at all. But the system is very powerful and also very tricky. Open the system!!! 【Please enter the opponent's name: Ridiculous】 No matter how many people call him ridiculous, no matter how strong he is, he can defeat them all! In order to continuously upgrade the system and not be limited to only fighting one person every day, the protagonist starts upgrading the system. This crappy system can only be upgraded by earning spirit stones! It is not a traditional immortal cultivation story, but a
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Within the void, nine swords hover in the air, their radiance flickering, emitting a continuous dragon-like roar... Under the dark clouds, a person stands with closed eyes, countless souls swirling, mournful cries from the depths of hell... Across the vast land, heroes compete, born for the sword, also perishing for the sword. With the surname Bai and the given name Shi, he possesses an innate talent for winemaking, embarking on the path of sword cultivation, and ultimately attaining enlightenment through the name of the sword. All the excitement can be found in "Sword Buddha"!
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