The Age of Labyrinths.... more>>

In a world where explorers who conquer labyrinths—surviving extreme conditions, slaying monsters, and transporting cargo—have become both invaluable and wildly popular, their worth continues to soar.

The audition program Labyrinth Exploration series, designed to select the finest explorers, hits the jackpot with every new season.

I was just another fan, enjoying both the Labyrinth Exploration series and its game…

Kwarrurrurrung—!

Until I regressed. Back into the world with the status window from the Labyrinth Exploration game in tow.

[Welcome, character Seol Ha-woon!]

[Time remaining: 30 days, 30 days!]

To survive, I need to join the audition and boost my recognition.

—“Greetings. I’m Seol Ha-woon, a mage and former UDT operative.”

—“Please cast your votes for me.” <<less

“Kissing someone without knowing the colour of their eyes, really?”... more>>

Hexion sneered as he looked at the restrained man. Even a disaster grade esper didn’t seem like much.

“Ugh…”

A dry and rough kiss, under the guise of guiding, continued. Eventually, light purple irises were revealed beneath the forcibly removed blindfold. The esper, Zero Nine, muttered unconsciously. “I feel… surprisingly good.”

“A kiss has awakened you.”

Of course it would feel good. Despite the slight sarcasm, Zero Nine asked with a somewhat dazed look. “…Did we kiss?”

“Yes, we did. On someone’s orders.”

Bloody, torn lips, gaunt cheeks, pale skin, and flushed ears.

“Then, would you kiss me just once more?”

The man, who had been on the verge of rampaging just moments ago, said. Hexion lowered his head and commanded,

“Open your mouth.”

Read If:

You’re in the mood for a tense, dangerous romance between two strong-willed men.

Highlight quote:

“How should I charm my disaster to make him happy?” <<less

Chen Suihuan transmigrated into the 1970s with a space ability. In order to avoid her awful relatives, she sent her younger brother to join the army, while she herself went to the countryside as an educated youth.... more>>

During a heroic act on the train, Chen Suihuan met a soldier. From their very first encounter, Chen Suihuan realized that this was a man of immense strength, someone who could give those around him an absolute sense of safety.

She hadn't expected that this man, who made her feel at ease, would forcefully and dominantly barge into her world from then on—and would go to great lengths to become her husband. <<less

Yu Li transmigrated into a retro novel as the male protagonist’s fiancée, who had been caught in an affair and tragically ended her life in humiliation. Upon waking up, she discovered the harsh reality: after tirelessly caring for the male protagonist’s family, he had already been having an affair with her best friend. To get rid of her, his family schemed to frame her for sleeping with his comrade-in-arms, leading to her disgrace.... more>>

Yu Li, unable to endure it any longer, retaliated by beating up the male protagonist’s vile mother, exposing his true colors, and decisively marrying the innocent soldier comrade! But little did she expect that the handsome and refined soldier, once the lights went out, would show a very different side. By day, he was a doting husband willing to do anything for her, but by night, he reclaimed all his love with interest…

Xiao Yuying, jealous of her best friend Yu Li’s promising engagement, secretly seduced Yu Li’s fiancé. However, Yu Li boldly broke off the engagement and married the soldier Lu Guanshan, who was rumored to have a short life expectancy. Familiar with the future plot, Xiao Yuying waited for Lu Guanshan to die so Yu Li would end up a widow. Yet she kept waiting, only to see Lu Guanshan rise through the ranks, reconnect with his powerful parents, and shower Yu Li with love. Meanwhile, Yu Li became a successful businesswoman, gained fame after giving birth to twins, and even topped the national college entrance exam!

In contrast, Xiao Yuying’s stolen husband ended up crippled, impotent, and utterly ruined. Consumed with jealousy, she spiraled into madness. She was supposed to be the protagonist—so why was Yu Li living such a perfect life? <<less

After years of chasing legends and battling the tides, Captain Roy, the terror of the Eastern Seas, finally laid eyes on the fabled Devil's Island. But the island's reward was no treasure—it was a curse. Stripped of his former self, Roy emerged as a woman, bound by a devil's bargain. Now, with the weight of the curse upon her, she sets sail for the treacherous waters of the Cursed Sea, determined to settle the score with the devil who stole her fate.... more>>

Her ship, once a symbol of fear, has become something stranger. A mute Siren hums mournful tunes, ghostly apparitions drift through the hold, and the last dragon hatchling in existence perches on the bow. Roy, her voice sharp with frustration, growls, "What in the seven seas is this? A pirate ship or a floating menagerie of myths?"

The young navy man, his tone steady and earnest, meets her gaze. "Neither, Captain. This is our home." <<less

Tao Yu has lived with abnormally heightened senses since childhood, every sensation feels magnified. A spring drizzle or gentle breeze can send him to bed with fever, earning him a reputation as the village’s most delicate flower.... more>>

Fortunately, his parents secured his future early, betrothing him to a promising match. His fiance’s family was well-established, and the young man himself was a scholar. Though they weren’t deeply in love, they treated each other with respect.

Everyone in the village agreed it was a good match.

When the time came for Tao Yu to marry, his fiance’s family abruptly break off the engagement.

Overnight, Tao Yu went from being the envy of the village to its laughingstock. Even with his good looks and decent family, no worthy suitors remained.

Tao Yu spent his days with red-rimmed eyes, until even the rough, taciturn newcomer mocked him: "Were you a crybaby in your past life? Was he really the only one for you?"

Tao Yu lowered his gaze. "Who said he was the only one? It’s just that no one will marry me now!"

Huo Shu was born in the northern frontier. Drafted into military service as a teen, he fought on the battlefield until the war ended.

Weary of battle, he declined official honors and instead traveled to Jiangnan’s lush landscapes—a world away from the desert’s harsh winds.

There, he spotted a jade-skinned, doe-eyed beauty… only to learn the young ger was already promised to another.

Just as he resigned himself to regret, news came that the engagement had been broken. Without hesitation, Huo Shu seized his chance: "I’ll marry you." <<less

Xiao Junwang of Marquis Annan Mansion was forced to get married.... more>>

Ancient ABO

Mu Peixuan (Tianqian) x Duan Linzhou (Zhongyong)

Ten years older, weak and sick Shou

Marry first, fall in love later

*My private setup is not sophisticated, you are right to argue with me*

*This is not a brainless sweet story; the romance is sweet, but the plot has its share of drama and pain* <<less

The day a new commander arrived at the Imperial Red Knights.... more>>

On the day a new commander is appointed to the Imperial Red Knights, Jack Carlson, a commoner-born knight, detects something impossible—

the scent of an Omega’s pheromones inside the knights’ headquarters.

“…Why—why is there an Omega in a place like this?”

“Tch. Damn brat, you’re annoyingly sharp.”

The Omega standing before him has a foul mouth, but his face is so breathtakingly beautiful that Jack instinctively begins flirting with him—

or at least, trying his best to seduce him.

“Make it quick. As much as you can handle, as intensely as you can manage. Be a damn wild rabbit like there’s no tomorrow. Got it?”

“…”

“Why aren’t you answering? Can’t do it?”

“No, sir. I am confident…!”

Even though he is flustered by the domineering presence of this charismatic Omega, Jack impulsively dives into the situation headfirst.

But when it’s over, the Omega vanishes like the wind—

And the next time Jack sees him is on the stage at the commander’s inauguration ceremony.

…As the new Knight Commander. <<less

Matsuyoi Nozomu, a soldier of the Galactic Higher Consciousness Federation engaged in a planet terraforming project, was only supposed to sleep for about ten years for observation purposes.... more>>

However, during his hibernation, an unprecedented catastrophe struck, drastically altering the planet. Once meant to be reshaped, the planet had transformed into something entirely unexpected—a mysterious world overflowing with fantasy elements, diverse non-human species, magic, and enigmatic technologies.

Upon witnessing this surreal reality, the man of advanced mechanical technology muttered:

"At this point, isn’t this practically another world reincarnation?"

Thrown into a world nearly unrecognizable from his own, this mechanized human and his AI partner embark on a journey of survival and finding the path home. Thus begins an epic sci-fi fantasy tale. <<less

Place of Birth: Bone Sea Identity: Skeleton… In the next moment, Yun Ming, still in a daze, was swept into the battlefield. Thus, a bewildered gray bone was ruthlessly hijacked by fate. What kind of unknowns will he face? ... more>>

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The world swam into focus through a haze of gray-white mist, the only sound a persistent, dry crackling in unseen ears. Yun Ming's consciousness flickered, slowly anchoring itself to a body lying flat on... bones. Countless bones, forming a desolate, shifting landscape beneath him. He tried to sit up, but agony exploded through his frame, sharp and absolute. Looking down, he saw not flesh, but gray-white ribs. Above, slender leg bones stretched where his own should be.

"I... am a skeleton?" The thought echoed in the hollow cavity of his skull, a silent scream of disbelief swallowed by the oppressive mist. Around him, other skeletal figures stirred, mindless automatons rising from the osseous sea, only for some to suddenly collapse, scattering back into the landscape like brittle twigs. Death was palpable here, a constant presence reinforced by the chilling whispers of disintegration.

A voice, alien yet intimate, suddenly bloomed within his mind, urging him forward, into the unknown grayness. With excruciating effort, fueled by a primal fear and a dawning, terrifying awareness, Yun Ming forced his fragile new body upright. This was the Bone Sea. This was his new, horrifying beginning. And in this realm of endless death, survival was the only imperative. His journey, fraught with pain and the constant threat of dissolution, had just begun. <<less

[Military Marriage + Space Ability + Stockpiling Supplies + Beloved by Her Maternal Family + Face-Slapping Revenge + Clearing Out Wealth + Following Her Husband + Medical Skills + Raising Kids + Marriage Before Love] ... more>>

Tang Wan, who came from a family of traditional Chinese medicine and loved running businesses (even opening a mall), never imagined she could choke to death while drinking water.

Fortunately, she had the foresight to stockpile plenty of supplies.

When she wakes up again, she finds herself in a world where clothing and food are scarce... <<less

“Team Leader… Are you interested in me?”... more>>

“Why do you think that?”

“Why do you keep touching me? It’s unsettling.”

Cha Eunseok developed two different supernatural abilities, unlike others. Fearing he would become a lab rat, he hid his A-rank psychic ability and lived as a C-rank telekinetic Esper. By chance, his hidden ability was discovered, catching the eye of Moon Seungwon, the S-rank Esper and Team Leader of Special Team 1. While training under Seungwon, Eunseok becomes increasingly conscious of Seungwon’s indifferent yet caring actions. Eunseok, who had been managing his own guiding using his psychic abilities, discovers that Seungwon hasn’t been receiving guiding. One drunken night, he offers to help Seungwon regulate his wavelength through suggestion…. <<less

Lian Ai was just a beds*ave. Delicate, obedient, and well-trained in all the arts of seduction. One day, he was handed over as a gift from the Prime Minister to the feared old General Bu, a man rumored to be ruthless in both war and pleasure. But on the very night of his arrival, the General was assassinated.... more>>

Bu Nian inherited more than just his father’s armor and influence. He also inherited a house full of playthings… and Lian Ai was the most dangerous of them all. Not because he wielded a blade, but because he knew how to make a man hesitate before using one.

*A general who trusts no one × A beds*ave who longs for freedom. <<less

In a world where Espers and Guides are bound by destiny, Jisung, a reclusive Guide hiding his powers, is suddenly thrust into the military's spotlight... more>> after a fateful encounter with the nation's strongest Esper. What begins as a reluctant partnership quickly deepens into something more, as secrets, past traumas, and growing desires blur the lines between duty and emotion. Amidst political conspiracies and inner battles, can an unexpected bond rewrite fate itself? <<less

Gu Xueyi was born into a family of generals and was the master of the Sheng family, the one person in charge of a family of 400. But when she woke up, she had transmigrated into a novel and was the ex-wife to be of the male lead and doomed to die early.... more>>

Looking at the four siblings of her husband, Gu Xueyi frowned and thought: “Back in the day, the sons of the Sheng family were able to go to battle, to become generals, to conquer the Imperial court and become officials. All of them were useful men, so why are those bigshots in the modern day so useless?”

Whether her husband wants a divorce or not, first she has to teach these idiots the right way!

Months later, the missing husband returned to the Yan family.

Yan Weijia, who had just received the Movie Emperor award: “The person I am the most grateful for is my sister-in-law and the person I love the most is also her.”

Yan Weshu, a famous celebrity that had just entered a prestigious university: “The person I am the most grateful for is my sister-in-law and the person I love the most is also her.”

Yan Wenhong, who just won a gold medal for his country: “The person I am the most grateful for is my sister-in-law…”

Yan Wenbo, holding his diploma: “The person I am the most grateful to is my sister-in-law…”

Even the Yan’s former enemy said in a public interview: “The woman I admire the most is Ms. Gu Xueyi.”

Everyone: ???

Yanchao: ??? Am I green??

Only then he found out that his unruly and hateful wife had become the dream woman that everyone wanted to marry and that they were all waiting for him to divorce. <<less

A soldier of the South Korean special forces, Yoon Seo-yi, died in an explosion during a training session. When she opened her eyes again, she found herself in an unfamiliar world, in the body of Estella Cardeine, a fallen noblewoman.... more>>

“Please … Live my life for me.”

At the moment when a dying knight grabbed her hand and begged her to live on, a soul contract was forged. Now, according to the terms of the sacred pact of Cardeine, Yoon Seo-yi’s soul is bound to Estella’s body.

But it’s not easy. Every time she tries to speak in front of others, her words catch in her throat. And only when she closes her eyes and concentrates can she hear a whisper:

“Cardeine’s Blade is not dead… Estella still lives.”

With only her instincts, combat sense, and military knowledge from her previous life, Seo-yi begins to fight back—against a crumbling empire, internal betrayal, and her own fading sense of identity.

This is the story of a soldier reincarnated as a noble lady in a medieval world, leading the fallen Cardeine military to rise once more. <<less

The most fearsome knight deserves the most fearsome castle.... more>>

Born the son of a witch, Yoojin has slain countless knights and monsters.

Whenever he appears, a majestic shadow falls over the land. <<less

After enduring two great apocalypses, humanity migrated to the third planet, “Charon.” In an era where the long war against monstrous creatures has finally ended and peace has been restored, Laila, settled in District 3—a place little more than a haven for the obsolete—lives as the leader of an illegal mercenary group, taking on contracts to survive.... more>>

Rumors always follow Laila. One rumor claims he was once a promising major in the military. Another says he betrayed and deserted Owen Krote, the empire’s celebrated hero and Supreme Commander. And yet another suggests that a sordid scandal lies behind his actions.

“I touched him. The Commander’s a beauty, you know.”

If the fact that he was raised under the Supreme Commander were to come to light, the rumors would only grow larger. <<less

The cultivation path of a boy from a remote mountain village, starting as a servant to the Princess. What will he experience? How can someone with mixed spiritual roots advance? Fortunately, he is a cultivator possessing unique spiritual roots and great destiny.... more>>

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In the dusty streets of Duanshan City, where the clang of the blacksmith's hammer marks the rhythm of daily life, a young apprentice named Hua Kong, derisively called "Little Beggar," moves iron ore and dreams of little more than a full belly and perhaps, one day, a wife. Literate but lacking scholarly ambition, his world is confined to the forge, the sweat, and the simple struggles of a mortal life in a realm seemingly untouched by myth or magic. He is practical, resilient, and perhaps possesses a spark of ingenuity unrecognized even by himself.

But fate has a peculiar way of finding the unremarkable. A fleeting encounter with a desperate Old Beggar, a strange barter involving scraps of venison offal for a tattered, unassuming booklet—this single, seemingly insignificant event becomes the catalyst for a destiny Hua Kong could never have imagined. The booklet, dismissed as a simple health guide, holds secrets that ripple outwards, drawing the attention of imperial princes, celestial cultivators, and forces from worlds brimming with spiritual energy and unimaginable power.

Dragged from his mundane existence, Hua Kong is thrust into a universe of cultivation, immortal sects, treacherous politics, and cosmic conflicts spanning multiple realms. Armed initially with little more than his wits, his blacksmith's skills, and the cryptic guidance of the "Tian Yuan Qi Guiding Art," he must navigate treacherous paths where his low birth and perceived lack of talent make him an easy target. Yet, within the "Little Beggar" lies an unexpected talent for creation and an unwavering will forged in hardship.

How will this youth, plucked from obscurity, survive and thrive in worlds where power is paramount? Can his unique blend of earthly ingenuity and nascent cultivation carve a path through realms of immortals, demons, and ancient dragons? "Cattle and Horse Youth" is the sprawling saga of Hua Kong's ascent, a journey from the forge's fire to the heart of celestial conflict, proving that even the humblest beginnings can lead to the grandest destinies. <<less

In the book "The Imperial Conquest", the male protagonist Huo Yan was born into a family of generals. Due to the corruption of the imperial court, his family perished and he became a s*ave in the Prince of Qing’s Mansion.... more>>

The Prince of Qing’s heir apparent* was cruel and domineering. Huo Yan suffered humiliation and ab*se for several years, including several times where he was seriously injured and almost died.

This lasted until troubled times came. He escaped from the prince's mansion, step by step took control of military power and dominated the world.

After ascending the throne, he had the Prince of Qing’s heir apparent torn into pieces by five horses*.

Lou Yu had the bad luck to transmigrate as the Prince of Qing’s heir apparent who had a miserable end.

In order to save his little life, he decided to...

Store up food, build high walls, and slowly proclaim himself king*.

Grow crops, carry out construction, expand trade routes, raise troops, and open up a way to survive in troubled times.

Gradually, he discovered that the male protagonist's eyes were becoming more and more wrong.

One day, the enemy invaded. The male protagonist, clothed in armor, holding a sharp sword with handsome features, appeared like a god of war.

After repelling the enemy, he came to ask for his reward.

There were thousands of things in this world, but he only wished to be with his lord day and night.

White cut black* shou/bottom VS loyal dog gong/top.

Reading Guide: This is a fictional novel, mainly based on the author's setting. It has infrastructure elements and is slow to develop in the early stages.

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T/N: The title uses 男频 (nan pin) - male channel/frequency. In novels, this refers to novels that are targeted toward male readers/that men like to read. The female equivalent is 女频 (nu pin). Think of it as similar to shounen and shoujo in manga genres.

*世子 (shizi) - heir to a noble title. I’m translating this as heir apparent. Please see Chapter 1 for a more detailed explanation.

*五马分尸 (wu ma fen shi) - literally torn into pieces/dismemberment by five horses. A gruesome method of death in ancient days where one’s four limbs and head were attached to horses by ropes and the body torn apart by the force of the horses running.

*称王 (cheng wang) - proclaim oneself king. An official step in becoming Emperor/ruling the world.

*白切黑 (bai qie hei) - white cut black. A term to describe someone who is seemingly pure and harmless, but is actually scheming. <<less

Liu Zhenqing was a notorious powerful official in the history of the Zhou Dynasty.... more>>

It was rumored that he was ruthless, brought trouble to the Imperial Court, used the young emperor as a puppet, and had a disloyal heart.

However, heaven had eyes. In the end, Liu Zhenqing was shot through the heart by an arrow and died tragically.

No one could calculate how many sins he had committed. They only knew that after his death, a victim dug up his grave in the middle of the night, crushed his bones, and scattered his ashes.

After his death, Liu Zhenqing reflected on himself. He, a transmigrator, had been reborn as the favored eldest son of a prominent noble family. How had he become a treacherous official?

It was probably because he worked too hard.

He swore that in his next life, he would treat himself well. As a result, in the blink of an eye, he became a distant relative of the same clan eight years later.

Although he was still the eldest son, he was a love-minded cutsleeve. Moreover, everyone in the capital knew that he was frantically pursuing the man who had dug up his predecessor’s grave, General Huo Fenglie.

The people around him still had grudges against him from his previous life, and he was attacked from both sides.

Liu Zhenqing: ……How about I keep a low profile?

Thus, the traitorous official didn’t want to take revenge, but only wanted to stop trying, escape, and live a wonderful retired life as soon as possible.

But when he finally arrived in a carriage at the city gates, the city was sealed shut.

When he looked back, the God of War Huo Fenglie, who was supposed to be standing in front of thousands of troops without a change of expression, was in a state of disorder. As if he had lost his manners, he grabbed Liu Zhenqing’s wrist tightly and lowered his scarlet eyes, his voice slightly unstable: You…….where are you going?

He said: You can’t leave, come home with me.

Liu Zhenqing: ……

f*ck! He couldn’t have recognized him, right? According to the rumors, he was the villain who killed his brother, coveted his sister-in-law, and plotted against his country!

Thinking of the fate of his last body, he shivered.

The little wolf cub finally took home the bone he had longed for. Soon after, the gossiping souls of the people in the capital burned brightly.

Wasn’t it said that the General had a person he was deeply in love with, which was why he had refused the Emperor’s marriage offers several times? Why had he started to hide away a lover? Was he hiding that idiot who had originally harassed him?

Sure enough, a strong man could be won over with persistence! <<less

It has been three months since a zombie outbreak occurred across the world. With the appearance of strong mutant zombies, social infrastructure is rapidly collapsing, and the survivors of the ruined, lawless world have changed drastically just to live. ... more>>

Bo-yeon, who was living in a safe bunker immediately after the disaster, is discovered by Do-kyung and threatened.

“I can’t believe something like this is still alive….”

His strangely eerie eyes slowly captured Bo-yeon’s appearance. It was a gaze as if he was appraising an object. He was judging whether to kill or use her by weighing her usefulness.

“Please save me…”

“If you’re not a woman… I don’t need you.”

Bo-yeon lives under the cold and mysterious Do-kyung and his protection as his woman.

* * *

“I like you. Including your obedient personality.”

A large hand that seemed like it could crush a human skull wrapped around Boyeon’s round head. There was an eerie sense of oppression in the hand stroking her head as if she were a dog.

“What can you do?”

“….”

“What can I do?”

“….”

“Don’t even think about running away. If you get caught, you won’t last a day even if I treat you gently.”

“….”

His voice was dry, as if he were just reciting facts.

“You can’t even breathe over something so trivial. You cry when I put my d*ck in your moist p*ssy hole. You tremble pitifully at the mere mention of a few words.”

He stroked her round, white cheeks and whispered in a seemingly affectionate tone.

“Wouldn’t it be easier to act cute and be lovely when I look at you?”

Taptap.Tap. He lightly tapped Boyeon’s temple, telling her to think carefully.

“Boyeon. Answer me. Be good.”

Boyeon had to answer. Obediently, like a small, pretty canary that sweetly accepts its master’s touch. <<less

Wang Zhong arrived in another world and got caught up in this world’s world war. His cheat ability was an overhead view similar to a real-time strategy game, which allowed him to see the field of vision of his troops! He immediately began micromanaging: ... more>>

“Move the machine gun position five centimeters to the left! Place the anti-tank gun in the woods on the right!”

Three years passed like this.

Wang Zhong looked at the marshal’s baton in his hand, then at the double-headed eagle flag behind the emperor’s envoy.

“There’s an old saying where I come from, ‘Kings and princes, can they be born?’ Do you know this, Envoy?” <<less

【Military Marriage + Transmigration + Space + Revenge + Slow-Burn Romance + A Physically Gifted Officer Husband vs. A Stunning Capitalist Heiress】... more>>

Jiang Si was born with fair skin and striking beauty, radiant and captivating. But one day, she woke up to find herself transmigrated into the world of a period novel, becoming the infamous capitalist heiress of Shanghai.

In the original story, she despised her taciturn and unromantic officer fiancé and dreaded the harsh, resource-scarce life on a remote island, so she stubbornly refused to honor their marriage arrangement.

Little did she know, when the storm of political upheaval arrived, her scheming father and stepmother would first manipulate her into being sent to the countryside, then flee to Hong Kong with the family’s century-old fortune in tow.

Left to suffer alone in the rural backwaters, her health deteriorated within two short years.

But Jiang Si, armed with knowledge of the plot, had no intention of enduring such misery.

They wanted to exile her to the countryside? Fine! She turned the tables, packing off the entire pack of ungrateful relatives to the remote southwest instead.

A mountain of family assets with nowhere to stash them? No problem! After a drop of blood awakened her ancestral space, she swept up all the gold, silver, property deeds, antiques, and paintings—leaving not even a chicken feather behind for them!

No place for a capitalist heiress in the new society? Think again! Jiang Si sent a telegram straight to the military island. Though she braced herself for a life of hardship, she soon discovered that island life wasn’t nearly as tough as she’d imagined.

Her officer husband was not only a man of action but also a master in the kitchen, and his family doted on her beyond measure.

Life with him? Sweeter than honey! <<less

[Military Marriage + Sweet Romance + Double Purity] ... more>>

Martial arts prodigy Jiang Nianzhi finds herself transmigrated into a novel, landing in a fictional version of the 1980s as a delicate beauty with a frail constitution.

Thinking she’d encounter all sorts of villains, she rolls up her sleeves, ready to teach them a lesson.

But reality surprises her: a fiery mother obsessed with daughters over sons, a white lotus sister with a sister-complex, a grandmother who’s a sucker for good looks, and a younger brother brainwashed by their mother, convinced his sister is the ultimate goddess.

The family motto? “Nianbao, don’t do this! Just rest and take it easy!”

Meanwhile, in the military, Shen Cheng, a perpetually single officer, is a constant worry for his superiors. A comrade takes it upon himself to introduce his cousin to Shen Cheng.

“Old Shen, my cousin’s a bit chubby, a bit dark, and a bit short, but she’s incredibly sweet and perfect for marriage.”

Having no interest in women, Shen Cheng considers his rifle his only companion and sternly declines.

That is, until the day families visit the military camp, and he sees Jiang Nianzhi dressed in a cheongsam, red lips and jet-black hair, calling sweetly to his comrade: “Brother!”

Shen Cheng grabs his comrade by the neck. “This is the cousin you were talking about?”

His comrade, now realizing it’s been years since he last saw his cousin, stammers in disbelief.

This isn’t just an "eighteen-year transformation"—this is a complete 180-degree transformation! <<less