The Infinite Land cheat is surprisingly well balanced compared to most system nonsense. The fixed 4x multiplier from the dead alternate selves is a solid foundation, but the fact that the real power boost depends on how strong the other self is actually creates a long-term goal. It gives him a reason to care about the progress of his otherworld selves instead of just treating them as batteries. Plus, the requirement to fulfill their wishes is a nice bit of karma to keep it from being free loot.
Using *Daoist Ghostly Immortal* as the template for the dream realm is a genius move. For anyone who knows the source material, it perfectly captures that creeping, indescribable sense of wrongness. The intentionally bad renders from the dream realm's free functions fit the aesthetic of that story perfectly. It's a very elegant solution to a worldbuilding constraint
Overall, this first part sets up an intricate world and characters quickly. I want to read more about how she will deal with Lin Fang and her debts. Also curious about the three fiancés who got stolen.
The second stockpiling novel had some logic issues that bugged me. Ten billion in supplies and nobody notices? No government intervention? In real life, there would be questions. I get it's for fun but my brain can't shut off.
That detail about the ring. He took it off, but he couldn't bring himself to destroy it. And the fact that Wen Chuhan never wears hers... ouch. It is a perfect physical representation of their one-sided relationship. That tiny detail made the three years of marriage feel so much sadder.
1 The writing style is very accessible and flows smoothly, but I do notice occasional transitions that feel rushed—especially when Shen Shuangyu wakes up after fainting. The text skips from panic to questioning without much internal breathing room. A small nitpick, but noticeable.