Unlimited estates for rural beauty - Chapter 3 - Treasure Hunting in the Mountains

Deep below the earth's surface, a mystifying subterranean seascape lurks, an archipelago bathed in inky blackness where suspense and horror hold court. Here lie strange islands and even stranger monsters, far beyond the realms of human imagination. In this domain, mankind is far from dominant; instead, madness and death rule supreme.

Pleading for mercy from the unknown creatures of the deep only leads to a slow, tortured existence. The trapped survivors gradually distort, losing what made them human, both physically and mentally, to the gloom as they remain trapped in this eternal obscurity. Their only hope? A perilous expedition into uncharted sea territories.

Fueled by determination, Charles embark on this daunting voyage aboard his steamship, aiming to reclaim humanity's past glory. Together with his crew, they sought a way out of this hidden sea world, a path back to the sunlit world above, where humans once stood tall.

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I read a few comments from Chinese readers that compared this novel with Lord of Mysteries because of similar elements: Lovecraftian, western fantasy, first industrial revolution, and steampunk. However, I have yet to finish reading Lord of Mysteries to do any actual comparison, but I do think those who have enjoyed that novel would enjoy this as well. Also, the author of LotM, Cuttlefish That Loves Diving, also did a shout-out for this novel, so I guess he approves of it too?

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The female protagonist of this book is a zombie (probably!) The male protagonist of this book is an air (maybe, but you can’t see it?) The system of this book is a bastard (like to open a mouth too much?) Anyway, this is a story about zombie with a memory, going back to the past, but accidentally turning this book into a story of a savior! (Huh? What? There is a killer? No, believe the author, she really did not kill, really! (No wonder!)

The heroine said: The title of the book and so on are all fake!

- Description from Novelupdates

Lin Xiao, who just won China’s first World trophy, got in an accident and was reborn five years later.

With the rapid development of the eSports industry, the career as professional player bloomed, the Club’s Gods circle/Professional Commentators circle/Popular MCs circle, the old friends from back then were all over the place.

The return of a King, aiming for the League, going from an unknown rookie to once again rising to the top.

Reporter: Regarding the rumours between you and Captain You, is there anything you want to say?
Lin Xiao: With all due respect, with my ability there is no need for un-spoken-rules!
Reporter: Captain You, is there anything you want to add?
You Jing: The rumours are true, back then he was vying for my love.
Lin Xiao: …how many times do I need to say it, that person wasn’t me!

- Description from Novelupdates

BlurbKira is an Omega treated badly by her pack. She has always been seen as weak and useless. On Alpha Asher’s birthday, she finds out she is his mate, but he rejects her and chooses his mistress, Mira, instead. Humiliated and blamed for something she didn’t do, Kira is thrown out of the pack.Alone and heartbroken, Kira runs into the forest and meets Alpha Ryker, the leader of a pack with a scary reputation. But Ryker is not what she expected. He helps her grow stronger and shows her kindness she has never known. Kira also discovers she has special powers and is part of a prophecy that could save or destroy all werewolves.Now, Alpha Asher wants Kira back, but Ryker has already captured her heart. As war looms, Kira must choose between Ryker, who believes in her, and Asher, who regrets his mistakes. Her decision will decide the future of the packs and her own destiny.Will Kira rise above her past and become a leader, or will she let others decide her fate?