Jin Yong and Gu Long were both representatives of modern Chinese literature and enjoyed a high literary reputation. However, due to the differences in the subject matter and the scope of their works, it was difficult to simply say which was more valuable. Mr. Jin Yong's novel used martial arts as the theme to describe the life story of ancient Chinese chivalrous men. The plot was complicated, the characters were vivid, the language was concise, and it had profound philosophical and cultural implications. Mr. Jin Yong's novels are deeply loved by the readers and are regarded as one of the founders of Chinese martial arts novels. His works are widely praised and read. Mr. Gu Long's novels, on the other hand, were themed on grudges and emotional entanglements in Jianghu. His works had a unique style, rich imagination, delicate descriptions, and were full of romanticism. Mr. Gu Long's novels were loved and sought after by readers for their smooth narration and unique artistic expression. It was also one of the representative works of modern Chinese martial arts novels. Therefore, it was impossible to simply answer which value was higher. It depended on the reader's preferences and literary aesthetic standards. The novels of Jin Yong and Gu Long have their own unique charm and value. The cultural content and emotional expression they convey are deeply loved by readers.