Chapter 169 – The First Batch of Readers for “The Heaven Dragon’s Eight Parts”

Chapter 169 - The First Batch of Readers for "The Heaven Dragon's Eight Parts"

On the second night, "Country Goddess" premiered officially. At the same time, the 1000 lucky winners who had been picked through a lottery received their signed first volumes of "The Heaven Dragon's Eight Parts."

The first episode of "Country Goddess," a variety show, aired with Tang Fei and Jiang Xiaoying's amusing back-and-forth, which started with negative points due to their misfortune. Many viewers found it both hilarious and heartwarming.

Despite their misfortunes, the show's live ratings soared immediately, reaching 2.6 in its first episode.

Tang Fei and Jiang Xiaoying dominated the real-time comments.

"My goddess is so down-to-earth!"

"Feifei and Little Ying are so funny together. Did they meet during the filming of 'Happiness Hotel'? They seem really close!"

"Why isn't Guan Yun participating? I want to see the Fei Yun CP."

"Fei Xue would be great too, or Cui Ying."

"My goddess often goes to internet cafes, and she speaks in these memes! That's exactly how I talk!"

The industry had become accustomed to both Tang Fei's personality and her skyrocketing popularity and ratings.

In the future, it seemed that Tang Fei would be an insurmountable ratings giant for everyone.

How many years had it been since Jiangzhou TV had a program break the 2% rating?

No, how many years had it been since any provincial satellite TV station had achieved such a feat?

The leaders of Jiangzhou TV were practically grinning from ear to ear, while the production team was counting on a several-fold increase in bonuses. Teacher Tang was truly invaluable!

Tang Fei was like a savior in the market.

In the meantime, the online version of The Heavenly Dragon's Eight Parts was launched on the biggest digital literature app with its first installment.

The caramelized Sugar Babies, who hadn't won any prizes, decided to support Feifei Baby by purchasing the first chapter for her.

Even if it wasn't good, it would be a token of their affection for Feifei Baby. After all, Tang Fei had no endorsements, leaving fans with nowhere to demonstrate their support and spending power.

Thus, the Heavenly Dragon's Eight Parts, which Feifei deemed worthy of publication, became the target of the caramelized Sugar Babies' support!

Downloading the app, topping up, searching, and purchasing – these actions were carried out by only a minority. They held onto the belief, synchronizing their thoughts with Feifei's, that they could share the same spiritual delight from reading.

Even self-help books endorsed by celebrities, often metaphorically described as "toxic chicken soup for the soul," could be forced down their throats. Novels were a piece of cake in comparison.

Who would have thought of an elderly person's handwritten wuxia novel, one who had long passed away, as an appealing read? Yet, they persisted, hoping to find a shared interest with Feifei.

Feifei, with her kindness and beauty, inspired them to support the late elder's dreams together.

Yet, they never expected that once "The Heaven's Dragon Eight Chapters" entered their lives, there would be no escape. At the conclusion of the first volume, Zhong Ling was dramatically carried out in disarray by Duan Yu before a large crowd. Originally, Zhong Wanchou had intended to frame Duan Yu for an illicit affair with his own sister, Mu Wanqing. Instead, he ended up compromising his daughter's reputation and was fuming with rage at Duan Zhengchun's assertion that his daughter was already part of the Duan family. It was a classic case of karma, as he reaped what he had sown.

Readers were thoroughly engrossed, as one event unfolded into another. Jiumo Zhi was about to engage in a contest with the Duan family, and just as the match reached its climax, without any conclusion in sight, the first volume came to an end?

No more!

After the Sugar Strings finished their performance, they checked the time. It was already half past three in the morning.

Lost in the book, they spent the night engrossed, without a hint of drowsiness. Eager to continue, the Refined Sugars, unable to resist their craving, went online to find that the second installment was yet to be released.

Indeed, many night owls who had been engrossed in the novel had reached this point. The quicker readers were already urging Tang Fei's official fan club for the second volume.

Numerous discussions arose about this innovative and distinct wuxia world.

"It's different from conventional wuxia novels, it lies somewhere between xianxia and wuxia."

"No flying or teleporting, but there are still fleeting shadows without a trace."

"Is the Dali Duan clan real? We have a Dali too, did we ever have a Duan family before?"

"Where is Mount Wuliang? It feels so authentic, as if it truly exists."

"The names of martial arts moves are so captivating. Lingbo Microstep, I'm using that as my online nickname from now on."

"It's written so beautifully. It doesn't seem like the work of someone without cultural learning. The language is impressive and mature, with literary references effortlessly woven in. This author's foundation in literature is profound; they've been truly buried!"

"Tang Fei has such great taste! I think the book is too good to be true. If anyone told me wuxia novels could be this captivating, I wouldn't have believed them before."

In the dead of night, apart from them, no one else was around. The first batch of readers chatted excitedly until dawn. Suddenly, many of them exclaimed in unison, "Oh no!"

I still have to work/school!

Yet, when many people woke up early and opened Weibo, the devoted readers who had only shown support without reading were bewildered.

Why were all the comments on the fan club's page asking for the release of the second volume?

"Everything's already written, please release it all at once!"

"It's not a serial; why are you teasing us like this?"

"Brothers and sisters, is this book really that good?"

"Yes, it's amazing! Read it quickly, you'll regret it if you don't, but even more if you do! Please hurry up with the second volume!"

They had finished the first volume in just one night.

That was quite an accomplishment.

Furthermore, the rate of positive reviews was almost a hundred percent, which was astonishing. Could it be that the fans' devotion was blinding everyone's judgment?

Aside from those who had purchased the Sugared Threads yesterday and were catching up, there were some nosy individuals who wanted to take a critical look at "The Heaven's Dragon Eight Tribes" under the pretense of pointing out the fans' irrationality.

Some even secretly accused Tang Fei of cashing in on her fans.

Bang!

These young editors, reporters, Yao Hui's artist fans, and celebrity critics all fell into this massive pit together.

After reading it, each and every one of them felt the urge to scratch their skin off in regret. Why did they have to be so curious? Why did they even bother criticizing?

The fans' eyes had merely been blinded!

How could this book be as good as they claimed? It was a thousand times better!

Soon, Tang Fei's official fan club received an influx of comments from non-Sugared Threads readers.

"Where can I find Volume 2? Can it come out faster? Where can I buy Volume 1? I want to get a copy for my collection!"

"Is there no official platform for this book? Are you sure the Tang Fei fan club is the place to ask about 'The Heaven's Dragon Eight Tribes'?"

"It's such a pity for Jin Guliang, a talent gone unnoticed. No wonder Tang Fei was eager to publish this – the book truly deserves it."

The online discussion soon shifted away from Tang Fei and centered on the innovative world-building within the novel, which surpassed traditional wuxia settings in novelty, offering many layers to explore.

Characters were vividly portrayed with just a few deft strokes, ensuring that each individual remained distinct in readers' minds.

Initially, the fans, affectionately called "Sugar Pullers," led the conversation, but gradually, more people joined in, and the buzz grew exponentially, resembling a snowball rolling down a hill.

Within a single day, the number of purchases on the online literature app soared to 68,000.

Countless others inquired about where they could buy the book. Numerous booksellers, recognizing the immense potential profit, hurried to secure stock, putting up pre-order signs even before the books arrived!

"Tang Fei Recommends 'The Eight Tracts of the Heavenly Dragon': A revolutionary wuxia system, refreshing martial arts concepts, intricate emotional entanglements, and the strife-filled world of the jianghu.

Pre-order now! No regrets guaranteed! Collect Jin Guliang's rare out-of-print novels!"

Unable to resist the temptation, book enthusiasts who had been discussing under Tang Fei's official fan club promptly established their own dedicated forum.

A cozy haven for Jin Guliang's readers.

Having just established the forum and promoted it, a crowd of people flocked over.

"Choose Zhong Ling! I have no defenses against her adorable and kind nature, her petite liveliness captivates me utterly."

"I choose Fairy Sister! I believe she'll definitely appear again!"

"Wooden Grace supreme!"

"Who possesses greater martial prowess, the South Sea Divine Crocodile or Zhong Wanchou?"

"Is the Duan family's martial arts truly unparalleled in the world? Does Dali count as part of Central Plains?"

"How will they justify Jiumo Zhi's extraordinary martial prowess, being a foreign monk?"

...

This wave of popularity was no less intense than Tang Fei's Si Cuichuan! Even the discussion about the Farm Goddess seemed to have been somewhat overshadowed.

What kind of constitution did Tang Fei possess, that even a wuxia novel could become a sensation?

This is utterly mind-boggling!

A renowned novelist said, "Tang Fei, please stop your publicity stunts. We all know the state of wuxia novels. How many people actually read them? There's no need to exploit the legacy of the deceased."

Six hours later...

The same renowned novelist commented, "‘The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber' is an eminently readable book with a well-constructed world and a complete martial arts system. The writing is mature, and it's rich in meaning. Highly recommended! A must-read!"

He quietly deleted his previous post.