Chen Dong

To rise from defeat; to revive amidst the dissipation. 
As the vast oceans turn to dust and the thunder and lightning fade away,
That strand of spiritual mist once again approaches our great world. 
With the shackles that bound our world now severed—
A whole new world of mystery and wonder awaits, 
As we turn the corner...
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The Sacred Ruins
Is a story set in a post-apocalyptic world. A world that has recovered to a state that is roughly equal to our own world in terms of technology and culture, although its ancient history remains largely unknown. The story begins during the post-graduation trip of our protagonist, where he discovers some ancient ruins and witnesses “the great change”, an upheaval that changed everything. The changing earth not only brought about new, unexplored landscape but also sparked the evolution of all organisms. Plants and animals started gaining sentience and some humans obtained unimaginable powers. The legends, myths, and tales of old seemed to have suddenly come to life as the earth entered a new era where beasts and men formed factions, explored new lands and ultimately struggled for supremacy.
We follow the MC as he grows from being an eccentric young man into a badass expert warrior while meeting other funny characters and forming brotherly bonds. We watch as he falls into just as much hilarious situations as he does perilous ones, all the while wondering and slowly discovering the mysteries of this world. Just why was the world destroyed in the first place? Who or what had triggered this earth-shattering “change”? What profundities lie behind the process of evolution? 
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Chen Dong is one of the top authors in the Chinese Qidian site and this particular novel has been number one on its monthly charts for several months straight. If you are looking for a funny and unique novel that is free from the cliches of reincarnation and cultivation, this might just be what you are looking for. The story develops quite slowly for the first ten chapters or so but becomes much better paced afterwards.
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Release Rate: 7 Chapters/Week

The Sacred Ruins

The lake was clear, and the water was crystal clear. Streams of light flew in all directions, and a large amount of mist rose up. It was a hazy and sacred scene, and the scenery was extremely beautiful.


There were spiritual beasts leaping up from the lake from time to time. There were species raised by the Tai Wu lineage, and there were also species that were originally in the lake. Many of them had already become spiritual monsters, and they were full of spirituality.


In the air, the black crane spread its wings and soared gracefully. There were also spiritual crows flying in the air, and their trajectories carried large amounts of fire.


Not far away, the mountain land adjacent to the lake was even more dazzling. Auspicious Qi was gushing out from time to time, as if it was an immortal’s Cave. There were even more spirit birds and auspicious beasts there.


The scenery of the lake and mountains was pleasant. It could be said to be a feast for the eyes and a feast for the eyes.


Chapter 1104: An old friend