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the architecture of lies

the architecture of lies

Misguided practice of sinister cultivation techniques: Slander! The problem lies with you all, not me!

Misguided practice of sinister cultivation techniques: Slander! The problem lies with you all, not me!

This is a bizarre and mysterious world filled with various sinister cultivation methods. Once a person begins to cultivate, they will either undergo mild changes in appearance and temperament, descend into madness, or become a great elixir for evil beings to consume... Duan Yun, having transmigrated into this world, unexpectedly comes across a supreme elixir cultivation manual, the 'True Explanation of the Jade Sword.' To his surprise, he is a one-in-a-million cultivation genius who, unwittingly, transforms the manual into something extraordinary. Guided by the Jade Sword, he is able to pierce through everything. Later, as his mastery over various methods grows, Duan Yun, carrying the philosophy of 'the enlightened benefit the world,' never keeps secrets and spreads martial arts across the land. Who would have thought... "Duan the Demon misled me! He said this technique enhances yin and yang, but now I can only squat to pee, boo hoo..." "It was the Demon who taught me this 'Seven Parts Returning Qi'. Instead of blessing me, it brought disaster—I either get killed or step in dung. The fortune-teller said I've lost seventy percent of my luck." "Don't trust a word of what Demon Duan says! The fairy of the Myriad Wonders Palace was supposed to ascend the whole palace to the heavens, but in one night, she was possessed and turned into a demoness, all due to that old demon Duan's handiwork!" ... Duan Yun finds this incomprehensible. All he did was practice martial arts, spread techniques, and occasionally emulate the laws of nature, so how did he become notorious as a demon? This is slander! The same techniques cause no issues for me, so the problem lies with you all, not me!
Eastern
1225 Chs
Frozen Hearts, Hidden Lies

Frozen Hearts, Hidden Lies

Lina Chen wakes from a coma with her engagement ring, her ex-boyfriend's face in her mind, and no memory of the past two years. To her shock, a ring adorns her finger—not the one her ex gave her. A pair of twins call her "mama." And a devastatingly handsome CEO, Ethan Blackwood, claims to be her husband. She doesn't recognize any of them. Terrified and disoriented, Lina rejects this strange new life and returns to her family and her ex-boyfriend, Ryan—the man she believes she was about to marry. They welcome her with open arms. But something is wrong. Ryan is unusually close to her best friend, Chloe. Her parents dodge every question about Ethan. And no one can explain why she has a scar on her wrist or why she flinches at the sight of stairs. Then the memories begin to surface in fragments. A restraining order against Ryan. Chloe's hand on her back—pushing. A letter Lina wrote before the coma: "If I forget, find me. Don't give up." Lina secretly reconnects with Ethan and the twins. He doesn't pressure her to remember. He simply shows her evidence—videos, documents, a diary—that paints a horrifying picture: her coma wasn't an accident. Her memory loss was induced. And the people she trusts most are the ones who erased her. Now Lina must pretend she's still lost while piecing together the truth. Because the closer she gets to remembering, the closer someone gets to silencing her forever. She thought she woke to a nightmare. But the real nightmare is the life she's desperate to forget.
Urban
650 Chs
Love Across the Light Years -The Devil CEO Indulges My Lies.

Love Across the Light Years -The Devil CEO Indulges My Lies.

Family is a luxury not everyone can afford. Adelyn learned that the day Clara returned to the Scott family —and she quietly stopped belonging. No one abused her. No one hurt her openly. But the love that was once hers alone became divided. The attention that once chose her … became something she had to borrow. And whenever something precious stood between her and Clara —Adelyn was the one asked to let go. Not once. Not twice. But every single time. Her dreams. Her choices. Her place in the family. Her heart didn’t break in a single moment —it wore down slowly … until nothing remained worth fighting for. So, she erased herself from their world. Not in anger. Not in revenge. But to save what little of herself was left. ————— Seven years later, Adelyn returned. Not for the Scott family. Not for their love. She came back for the dreams she was once forced to abandon —and this time, nothing would be taken from her. No compromises. No sacrifices. Only her life. Her rules. She breathed in freedom. “No family…no shackles.” But just then— Two small arms wrapped around her legs, making her stiffen. When she looked down to check, she met a pair of familiar doe eyes staring up at her with unwavering trust. “Mama … Eira waited long for you. Don’t leave again.” …Mama? Before she could understand or react, a tall shadow fell over them. A man stood there —gaze sharp, cold, claiming —looking at her like she had belonged to him. “You dared to show up again?” Adelyn felt clueless. She would have asked him what he meant, however — Before she could speak — the ground vanished beneath her feet. A powerful arm lifted her effortlessly. “Since you dared …” his voice dropped —low, restrained, dangerous. “Don’t think of escaping again.
Urban
357 Chs
Truth and Lies Intertwined

Truth and Lies Intertwined

In order to complete her mission in a barely recovered world after catastrophe, Arya decided to pretend to be a child and made trouble all day long. She managed to lurk for a few years when her superior suddenly decided to promote her to become a small group leader. Looking at the few people given to her, Arya was silent. Subordinate 1: so Arya likes cake… then I’ll make a few more for her Arya (blush): I only like it a little bit! And you’re using these cakes to exchange for information! Subordinate 2: When doing mission, how come Arya can change her faces so quickly (from unreliable to reliable)? Dual personality? Arya: …Nonsense! You’re the one who have dual personality! Subordinate 3: Why did you call us cute? As a big man nearly 1,9 meters tall, I don’t think I’m suitable for this adjective. Arya (shocked): I never said that! Damn it, who tarnished my reputation? Subordinate 4: Awww, Arya is so cute…. It’s hard to believe that she’s our leader. Arya: S… Sister, even if you say that, don’t try to pinch my cheek! Seeing their group that looked more like a group of adults taking of children, the other people were speechless. Are you sure that you’re a member of criminal organization? Why does it look like you’re trying to cultivate a group of people into a daddy and mommy experts? When Arya’s mission was finally completed, she chose to run away directly. But someone caught her and brought her favorite cake in front of her. “Don’t you want to taste it~?” Arya blushed. “You’re too foul!” ... Note: it's not harem nor reverse harem. It's 1vs1 from the beginning to the end. ... Story set in a fictional future world that's recovering after war and live in bases (detailed description can be found inside the story) The cover is something I draw and then enhanced with AI to make it smooth otherwise, the cover will be too ugly. Join the discord to chat with the author and other readers: https://discord.gg/pBy2wGB ... Other novels: -Flowers Bloom from Battlefield [complete] - Under the Veil of Night [complete] - 7 Path of the Lilies [on long hiatus] - 1 Year of Beginning [complete] - Villain Lady [complete] - Science and Fantasy [complete] - 2 Years of Restarting [complete] - The Quiet Empress [complete] - The Villain's Little Cat [complete] - Astral Flower [complete] - Villain Princess [complete] - Forgotten Legend of the Bloodied Flower [on going] - Runemaster in the Last Days [on going] ... Follow me on IG: @sora100518
Sci-fi
280 Chs
The Lies that Bind US

The Lies that Bind US

Mia Jannison leading her life as a doppelganger to Hazel Cunningham knows that she has no right to fall for Victor Cunningham. She tries every way to push him away even though she likes where things are heading to. Will her perseverance be able to resist his sweet charm? Will she able to bear the miserable consequences without losing her balance? Will she win over her heart who tasted Love for the first time? ---------- Excerpt “I can’t commit a sin,” Mia announced. “Even if that sin helps you in saving the life of your ailing husband?” Victor quizzed. Mia was trapped between her need and the guilt of committing a sin. Victor smirked looking at her restlessness knowing that her reply will be in his favour. “I have some rules,” Mia murmured. “So do I” Victor smiled with relief. “I am scared” Mia trembled. “Don’t be. We both are in his together. Your lies will stay safe with me and I expect the same for my lies. The truth of our relationship should stay safe no matter what. Remember, it’s our vulnerabilities and lies which binds us” Victor briefed in a calm tone which sent shivers down her spine. “Can’t wait to live with you wifey” Victor winked to ease Mia. “So do I dear husband” Mia replied back with confidence. The story penned with heart, imbibing all the emotions. A novel showcases the strength of love. The story has layers and mysteries, will Mia and Victor get through them or will they take separate routes. Dive in to see how long the lies tie the strangers together. It will be a worthy rollercoaster ride, please do give it a try. This work is original. The cover belongs to the rightful owners. Please encourage this novel through your Votes and Comments. Do Drop a review
Urban
229 Chs
Modern architecture, urban architecture
Modern architecture was a broad concept. In English literature, the term " modern architecture " was often used to refer to modern architecture in a broad sense. Modern architecture involved many aspects such as function, technology, industry, economy, culture, and art. Its innovation was also in many aspects. In the first half of the 20th century, many schools and different styles of architecture appeared. The urban architecture was the embodiment of modern architecture in the urban environment. There were many types of modern buildings in the city. For example, the Shanghai Central Building, with a total height of 632 meters, 127 floors above ground and 5 floors underground, was a landmark building in Shanghai. The Guangzhou Tower, with a total of 39 floors and a height of 600 meters, was a radio and television tower and landmark building Guangzhou City with many functions. There was also the Beijing Galaxy SOHo, which was composed of four domed buildings. It was a large-scale complex that included office buildings and shopping malls. Its shape was unique and full of curve beauty. The modern buildings in these cities not only met the needs of practical functions, but also showed unique artistic charm and cultural content. They were integrated with the urban environment and influenced each other.
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2026-03-22 16:31
Gothic architecture
Gothic architecture was a medieval European architectural style that originated in France and was popular in Europe from the 13th to the 15th century. It was featured by tall spires, flying buttresses, and pointed arch. It expressed human reverence for God and yearning for the future. Gothic architecture was mainly used in churches, monasteries, castles, palaces and other buildings. Its basic components were pointed arch and rib vault. Gothic architecture had an important position in the history of architecture because of its superb technology and artistic achievements. Its unique features included its towering spires, the huge stained glass paintings on the windows, the dim light, and the suspended space structure. Gothic architecture had a major impact on the architectural style of later generations and provided valuable design inspiration for later architects.
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2025-01-09 11:29
temple architecture
The architectural features of Minnan temples were quite obvious, and they were very different from the architectural styles of other regions. They were usually built with red bricks and tiles, and they looked gorgeous and magnificent. The architectural style of Minnan temples was described as " red bricks and white stones with double slopes, with bricks and stone swallowtail ridges, carved beams and painted palaces." In addition, the layout of the temple buildings was also one of the important features of the temple buildings. According to the information provided, the basic parts of the temple buildings were divided into basic blocks and advanced blocks to show the level and style of the buildings in the temple. Ordinary seats were usually used in the Heaven King Hall, and as the courtyard went deeper, the base gradually rose. In summary, the architectural features of Minnan temples included the appearance of red bricks and tiles, and the layout of basic and advanced seats.
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2024-12-24 13:20
Gilded architecture
A gilded building was a type of building that was decorated or constructed with gilded techniques. For example, the Golden Hall of Wudang Mountain was a palace-style building made of copper cast in the Ming Dynasty. It was also the highest level of copper cast gilded architecture in China. It is located in the middle of the stone platform on the top of Tianzhu Peak, Wudang Mountain, Shiyan City, Hubei Province. It is 1612 meters above sea level and covers an area of about 160 square meters. It was built in the 14th year of Ming Yongle (1416) by Zhu Di, the emperor of Ming Dynasty. The golden hall faced east, with three rooms, 5.8 meters wide, 4.2 meters deep, and 5.54 meters high. It was a large wooden structure with double eaves and a hall-style roof. There are 12 columns around the hall, on which various components are stacked and supported by the upper and lower eaves through the bucket arch. The two ends of the ridge are cast with dragons facing each other. The four walls and columns are installed with latticed doors. The top of the hall has a flat chess ceiling and a shallow carving of flowing clouds. The ground is paved with purple stone patterns. Outside the hall, there is a gilded plate with the word "Golden Hall" on it, and there are cast copper guardrails around. All its components were cast separately. After installation, they were gilded. The structure was rigorous and tightly connected without any traces of casting. The statues were worshipped in the hall and there were related furnishings. There was also a gilded copper pagoda from the Tang Dynasty, unearthed in 1987 in the underground palace of the temple in Baoji, Shaanxi Province. The Ashoka Tower was originally placed in the front room of the underground palace. It was 53.5 centimeters high and 28 centimeters long and wide at the base. It was composed of the base, the tower body, and the tower. It was molded and exquisite. It was a single-story pavilion with four corners. The base of the tower is a Sumeru seat, with three layers of gradually shrinking guardrails outside. The tower body is open on all sides and has a door, bucket arch, vertical lattice window and other settings. The top is a single-eave four-corner pointed shape, cast with tiles, the eaves angle is slightly curved, and then there is an Indian-style towering pagoda. The novel "Gilded Palm" is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-06-30 09:38
Big Lies, Big Lies
Big Little Lies was a science fiction novel about Rick and his brother, Klingon. The ending of the story is not explicitly stated, but it can be guessed that the ending will involve some complicated philosophical and moral issues. In the plot of the novel, Rick and Klingon were trapped in a world similar to a parallel universe. In this world, technology was highly developed, but society was corrupt. People lied to each other and used each other. Rick and the Klingons had both tried to change the world but failed. At the end of the story, it was not clear whether Rick and the Klingons had successfully returned to their own universe or whether they were still in this world. However, it was possible that they would eventually realize that their efforts were not effective in changing the world and might feel lost and depressed. At the same time, they may also face some moral and philosophical problems, such as whether they should continue to deceive and betray others for their own interests or whether they should try to find a more equal and just social system.
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2024-09-21 03:20
Korean drama, Lies of Lies
" The Lies of Lies " was a Korean drama. It was about a woman who was framed for killing her husband and was imprisoned. After she was released from prison, she decided to become the adoptive father of her adopted daughter in order to find her. The drama was starred by Lee Youli, Yeon Jeong-hoon, and Lee Yihwa. It was directed by Director Kim Jong-kwon and written by Kim Ji-eun. In the plot, the female lead, Chi Eunxiu, was accused of being a murderer. In order to find her daughter, she fabricated a lie to get close to her daughter's adoptive father, Jiang Zhimin. The drama was aired on South Korea's Channel A TV station on September 4th, 2020, and the viewership ratings set a record for the TV station's drama series. " The Lies of Lies " was a love suspense drama. Through fake love, it gradually evolved into a true story. The heroine's persistence and motherly love became one of the highlights of the plot.
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2024-12-27 14:11
The masterpiece of Gothic architecture is
The masterpiece of Gothic architecture was Barcelona's Bastille House.
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2024-09-10 21:10
What is the MVP architecture?
The MVP architecture was a software design pattern that divided a software system into three basic parts: Model, View, and Controller. The model was responsible for processing business rules and data, the view was responsible for displaying data, and the controller was responsible for processing user input and transmitting it to the model for processing. The main purpose of the MVP architecture was to separate business logic, data, and display to improve the code's survivability and expansibility. The interactions between models, views, and controllers were achieved through clearly defined interface, allowing each component to be independently developed and tested. The MVP architecture is widely used in the development of Web applications and APIs.
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2025-01-12 10:16
Architecture Design Institute
The architectural design institute was a comprehensive architectural design institution with engineering consulting, architectural engineering design, urban planning, and other qualifications. There were many well-known architectural design institutes in China, such as the Shanghai Institute of architectural design and research, the Guangdong Province Institute of architectural design and research, the Zhongnan Institute of architectural design and research, the Beijing City Institute of architectural design and research, and the China Institute of architectural design and research. These architectural design institutes had rich design experience and excellent design works at home and abroad. The main business scope of the architectural design institute included preliminary consultation, planning, design, project management, project supervision, project general contracting, etc. The architectural design institute had an important position and influence in the construction industry. It provided high-quality design plans and professional services for various construction projects.
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2024-12-21 08:23
Disappearing architecture documentary
The documentary " The Lost Buildings " was a documentary series about ancient Chinese architecture. We can understand that this documentary has a total of eight episodes. By shooting 101 ancient buildings, it shows the development and charm of ancient Chinese architecture. The documentary used high-definition format and three-dimensional animation technology to restore the appearance of some lost ancient buildings. Through this documentary, the audience could gain an in-depth understanding of the wisdom and cultural implications of ancient Chinese architecture. Although there was no specific feedback in the search results, it could be speculated that this documentary might leave a deep impression on the audience, allowing them to have a deeper understanding and appreciation of ancient Chinese architecture.
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2025-01-16 20:24
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