OngoingDanmeiUrbanRomance

This Damned Thirst for Survival

这该死的求生欲[穿书]

Translated by Mireille K.

54 Chapters

Ongoing Status

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Jiang Luo

江落

Lead Male

Evidence is limited; based on his protagonist role and mysterious background, he is reserved and deep, rarely revealing his true thoughts.

Appearance: A young man with black hair, often in a fitted black suit; plays the piano with elegance, giving a mysterious and cool impression.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his protagonist role and mysterious background, he is reserved and deep, rarely revealing his true thoughts.
Motivation: Evidence is limited; based on the key clue of being suspected as a reincarnation, his motivation likely involves unraveling the mystery of his own identity.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his protagonist role, he likely undergoes a transformation from identity confusion to accepting or transcending fate.
Background: Evidence is limited; based on his aliases and being suspected as Chi You's reincarnation, his background is complex and likely deeply connected to the Chi family.
Voice: Evidence is limited; based on his mysterious aura, his speech style is concise and understated, occasionally carrying deeper meaning.

Feng Li

冯厉

Supporting Male

Strong-willed and extremely persistent in what he believes; does not give up easily.

Appearance: Wears traditional Daoist robes, with a calm demeanor and sharp eyes.
Personality: Strong-willed and extremely persistent in what he believes; does not give up easily.
Motivation: To make Jiang Luo a direct disciple of the Feng family, continuing the Feng lineage.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his intention to take a disciple, may undergo a shift in perspective while pursuing his goal.
Background: Born into the cultivation family Feng, trained in Daoist arts from childhood, a direct-line disciple of the family.
Voice: Authoritative tone, often uses imperative sentences, occasionally quotes Daoist terminology.

Wenren Lian

闻人连

Supporting Male

Limited evidence; based on supporting role, likely steady and follows orders.

Appearance: Limited evidence; based on involvement in pursuit, likely physically fit and agile.
Personality: Limited evidence; based on supporting role, likely steady and follows orders.
Motivation: Limited evidence; based on actions, likely to assist companions in completing tasks.
Story arc: Limited evidence; based on situation, gradually demonstrates own abilities during team activities.
Background: Limited evidence; based on traveling with Kuang Zheng and others, likely shares a common background or mission.
Voice: Limited evidence; based on role, likely speaks little and is straightforward.

Ge Zhu

葛祝

Supporting Male

Straightforward, harboring grudges over the conflict with his brother, seeks catharsis through drinking.

Appearance: Taoist priest attire, pale and gaunt from severe injuries.
Personality: Straightforward, harboring grudges over the conflict with his brother, seeks catharsis through drinking.
Motivation: Heal his wounds and resolve the feud with his brother Ge Wuchen.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his situation of seeking divine healing and confiding in Jiang Luo, he may re-evaluate his feud with his brother during recovery.
Background: A Taoist priest; fell into conflict with his elder brother Ge Wuchen; after being severely injured, was healed by a deity summoned by Sailiao'er.
Voice: Speaks plainly, often with emotion and resignation; his tone fluctuates noticeably when mentioning his brother.

Ye Xun

叶寻

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his trainee role, he stays alert in a competitive environment, sensitive to hostility, and likely reserved.

Appearance: Young, handsome, meets trainee standards, often wears casual training clothes.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his trainee role, he stays alert in a competitive environment, sensitive to hostility, and likely reserved.
Motivation: To debut as an idol, fulfill his stage dream, and stand out in competition.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his situation, he gradually learns to handle competition and interpersonal relationships amid hostility in the dorm, possibly becoming more resilient.
Background: A trainee who moves with Jiang Luo and Lu Youyi, lives in a dorm, has an ordinary background, and faces hostility from dorm mates.
Voice: Speaks cautiously to avoid direct conflict, uses polite language, occasionally shows unease.

Ge Wuchen

葛无尘

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his role, he is cautious and strategic, adept at using others to achieve his goals.

Appearance: Medium build, plainly dressed, with the composed demeanor of a practitioner of the occult.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his role, he is cautious and strategic, adept at using others to achieve his goals.
Motivation: Prevent Chi You from destroying the occult world and preserve its existence.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his situation, he shifts from passive observation to active intervention, attempting to turn the tide.
Background: A recluse or senior figure in the occult world, privy to the secret of the Fatebound, and has long monitored Chi You's movements.
Voice: Speaks calmly and cautiously, often revealing key information in a veiled manner.

Qi Ye

祁野

Supporting Male

Highly competitive, eager to surpass Jiang Luo, yet possesses a soft side that allows him to set aside rivalry and show care at critical moments.

Appearance: Evidence is limited; based on his competitive nature, he appears lean and energetic, often giving an impression of strong drive.
Personality: Highly competitive, eager to surpass Jiang Luo, yet possesses a soft side that allows him to set aside rivalry and show care at critical moments.
Motivation: His core goal is to surpass Jiang Luo and become number one; deep down, he also values his relationship with Jiang Luo and seeks recognition.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his actions, he gradually shifts from pure rivalry to showing concern for Jiang Luo, possibly undergoing a change in mindset and re-evaluating the meaning of competition.
Background: Evidence is limited; based on his relationship with Jiang Luo, he is likely a fellow student or colleague, though his exact background is unknown.
Voice: Speaks bluntly, often with a provocative or defiant tone; but when showing care for Jiang Luo, his tone becomes gentle and sincere.

Daoist Weihe

微禾道长

Supporting Male

Evidence is limited; based on his supporting role, he is calm and low-key, not drawing attention in a group.

Appearance: Evidence is limited; based on his role as a Daoist priest, he wears a Daoist robe, has a gaunt face, and exudes an immortal aura.
Personality: Evidence is limited; based on his supporting role, he is calm and low-key, not drawing attention in a group.
Motivation: Evidence is limited; based on his identity as a Daoist, he seeks to advance in Daoist arts or assist fellow practitioners in dealing with supernatural matters.
Story arc: Evidence is limited; based on his appearance in a scene with ghosts, he may gain new insights into his own abilities after interacting with them.
Background: Evidence is limited; based on his title, he is a cultivator of Daoism, possibly from a temple or a secluded sect.
Voice: Evidence is limited; based on his role as a Daoist, he speaks concisely, possibly using Daoist terms or allusions.

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Mireille K.

I used to interpret at conferences. These days I'd rather translate one good confession scene than a hundred diplomatic speeches. I read every line out loud before it goes live and I don't keep what doesn't work.

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Original title: 这该死的求生欲[穿书]
Status: Ongoing
Translator: Mireille K.
Language: Chinese → English

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