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Don’t Pick Up Boyfriends From the Trash Bin

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Native Language Chinese

Released 2018

AuthorQi Jing Nan Qu, Riding A Whale South, 骑鲸南去

TypeWeb Novel (CN)

Original Ch.: 283

Translated Ch.: 319

Rank: #698

Last Update: April 15, 2026

Original Pub.: jjwxc

English Pub.: Hai Tang Books

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Don’t Pick Up Boyfriends From the Trash Bin is a popular novel that blends Adventure, Comedy, Drama and more. Written by the author Qi Jing Nan Qu. A total of 319 chapters have been translated and the novel is complete.

Synopsis

Chi Xiaochi: fourth-rate citizen at birth, three-time award-winning film emperor, second-rate temper, first-class looks.
He crawled his way out of hell on hard mode to become a winner at life.
Then, he was smashed into a vegetative state by a chandelier.
061: Hello, here’s a brief rundown on the s*um gong reconditioning system. This system measures the regret level of the s*um gong. Every time their regret level reaches one hundred points, you will be able to leave the current world. A friendly tip, usually, through dedication and self-sacrifice, our employees slowly foster a sense of dependency in the s*um gongs, gradually making it so the s*um gongs can’t live without them.
Chi Xiaochi: How many regret points is a complete loss of reputation and standing worth? How about a fall from grace? Or wanting something but never being able to obtain it?
061: ……

Adventure Comedy Drama Mature Psychological Romance Sci-fi Shounen Ai

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Editor's Note

⚠️ The "Golden Standard" of QT. This isn't just a face-slapping novel; it is a psychological reclamation project. Chi Xiaochi doesn't just ruin the "scum gongs"—he heals the victims' futures.

Trigger Warning Heavy. Unlike lighter survival games, this novel tackles visceral real-world trauma (domestic abuse, systemic sexual assault, racism, and victim-blaming). It treats these topics with gravity rather than using them as cheap plot devices.

The "System" is a Partner. 061 (Lou Ying) is not a cold machine or a background observer. He is a gentle, protective, and respectful presence whose identity is intrinsically tied to the MC's tragic past.

A Masterclass in "Show, Don't Tell." The author uses tiny, recurring details—like a dog's name, a specific type of orange, or a childhood storybook—to build an emotional payoff that will leave you in tears by the final arc.

270 chapters + 13 extras. A dense, high-IQ journey through 10 distinct worlds. Completed — widely considered the best in the Quick Transmigration ($快穿$) genre.

Experience Curve

Ch. 1–60 (The Foundation): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The first two arcs (Music World and Domestic Abuse/Racism World) set the tone. You realize the MC isn't just smart; he's deeply empathetic. The subversion of the "Trashy Boyfriend" trope is satisfyingly brutal.

Ch. 61–180 (The Expansion): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The world-building peaks. Arcs like the ABO world (Status/Spiritual Power) and the Ghost/Fear world show off the author's creativity. The mystery of 061's identity begins to unravel.

Ch. 181–270 (The Climax): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Final Boss. The struggle against "Lord God" and the return to the parallel "real world" is emotionally exhausting but narratively perfect. It ties every world together.

WebNovelDB Review

9 /10

This novel sets a bar so high that it often ruins other QT novels for its readers. It is a masterpiece of character growth and tactical revenge.

Emotional Depth: 10/10. The connection between Chi Xiaochi and Lou Ying is one of absolute trust. Their shared history is heartbreaking and serves as the perfect motivation for the plot.

Justice/Revenge: 10/10. The "scum gongs" aren't just beaten up; they are dismantled psychologically and socially. The MC uses their own logic against them.

Creativity: 9/10. Each arc subverts a common trope (e.g., the Mermaid/Snake world or the Hunger Games/X-Men world) and adds a unique twist on the mechanics of "reconditioning."

Logic: 9/10. Chi Xiaochi is a "Film Emperor" for a reason—he understands human nature, acting, and psychological manipulation better than anyone.

The Good: No mindless nationalism or paper-thin villains. The side characters are fully fleshed out with their own happy endings. The translation quality is exceptionally high.

The Bad: It is a slow burn. The romance takes time to manifest physically, and the heavy subject matter can be difficult to digest for some readers.

The Archetype: The "Broken Healer." Chi Xiaochi acts like a devil to the villains because he was once a victim who had no one to save him.

The Final Verdict: If Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil was the pioneer of the genre, Don't Pick Up Boyfriends From the Trash Bin is the evolution. It is smarter, kinder, and much more profound.

WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Chi Xiaochi (MC/Shou - The Film Emperor), 061/Lou Ying (ML/Seme - The System).

Power System: Regret Points. The MC must make the "scum gong" reach 100% regret. He uses his acting skills and "reconditioning cards" to manipulate the environment.

Themes: Healing from Trauma, Justice, The Ethics of Transmigration, Accountability, Childhood Bonds.

Similar To: Death Progress Bar, The Earth is Online, Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil

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