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Scum Gong Walks the Career Line in the Crematorium
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Scum Gong Walks the Career Line in the Crematorium

渣攻在火葬场走事业线
Native Language Chinese
Released 2021
Author
Original Ch.: 178
Translated Ch.: 178
Rank: #970
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Original Pub.: jjwxc
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Scum Gong Walks the Career Line in the Crematorium is a popular novel that blends Romance, Shounen Ai and more. Written by the author 路八千. A total of 178 chapters have been translated and the novel is complete.

Synopsis

Lin Hanchuan possesses a handsome appearance and a fortune of billions. Countless men and women are infatuated with him, but he only has his career in mind. He coldly rejects numerous confessions, leaving a trail of broken hearts in his wake.
Due to his scummy behavior, he is thrown into a world within a book by a system, with the goal of transforming him into an outstanding attack.
‘s*um Gong’: If I reject someone who likes me, does that make me scum?
This unrepentant s*um gong, who believes he has done nothing wrong, has no intention of completing his mission.
There’s no such thing as rescuing a heartbroken protagonist or pursuing a spouse at a crematorium!
The s*um gong, who falls in love with the employer’s contracted lover, refuses to let money insult his feelings.
The spoiled young master, who has a pure heart but marries the s*um gong, declares, “I will never fall in love with you.”
The spatial ability user who pushes the gong into a horde of zombies seeks redemption after reincarnation.
The transmigrator who only cares about raising favorability ratings passes through various worlds, not getting involved with anyone…
Facing these protagonists awaiting their turn at the crematorium, Lin Hanchuan remains expressionless, turning his attention to his work and career. He strives to make it big and strong! No one will hinder his work!!
As the protagonists wait and wait, even until the flowers wither, they never witness the crematorium for the s*um top. Instead, his career thrives and reaches new heights!
Protagonist: Wait, that’s not how the script was written!?
Small Theater 1:
In each world of his missions, Lin Hanchuan always encounters someone pitiful—whether it’s a malicious supporting character he cannot have, a ruthless and heartless villain boss, or miserable cannon fodder…
Lin Hanchuan picks up this pitiful character, dusts off the dirt on them, and turns them into the most dazzling star.
Small Theater 2:
Everyone says that Ran Xing is a th**ny beauty with a snake-like nature. Beautiful indeed, but unfortunately, his methods are ruthless. Little do they know, he has nothing and must fight for everything on his own.
One wrong move, and he loses everything… In his most desperate moments, Ran Xing meets someone who protects him and makes him realize that he can also shine brightly.
Amidst the attention of the masses, the newly crowned charismatic movie emperor has eyes focused on only one person.
—The stars twinkle only for you

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Editor's Note

💡 The "Scum" Misnomer. Despite the title, the MC, Lin Hanchuan, is not a typical "scum". He is a rational, multibillionaire CEO who is labeled scum simply for rejecting romantic confessions while focusing on his career. He maintains this pragmatic, career-first attitude across all worlds.

A Unique Romance Dynamic. This is a slow-burn Quick Transmigration (QT) story where the romance evolves across multiple worlds. Unlike many QT novels where the couple has a full romance in every arc, the MC doesn't even realize his feelings or recognize the ML as the same person until later in the story.

A Polarizing Nationalism. Readers have noted a strong shift toward Chinese nationalistic themes, particularly starting in the third arc. This includes heavy "strong country" wish fulfillment and a zombie apocalypse arc that serves as a critique of Western responses to global crises.

The "Face-Slapping" Focus. The novel heavily prioritizes the "crematorium" aspect for the original protagonists and villains. Expect tragic endings for antagonists—often involving poverty, social ruin, or physical disability—while the MC focuses on building business empires and scientific breakthroughs.

178 chapters of business management, scientific innovation, and accidental romance. Complete—ideal for readers who prefer a competent, sober Gong MC over emotional drama.

Experience Curve

Arcs 1–2 (The Entertainment & Art Worlds): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Setup. These arcs are highly praised for their logic and the MC's competent handling of "contract lover" and "substitute" tropes by focusing on building a top-tier entertainment agency and art gallery.

Arcs 3–4 (The Rocket Scientist & Zombie Apocalypse): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Hook. The scope expands to high-stakes science and global survival. While the zombie arc is controversial for its political overtones, it remains a favorite for its unique takes on apocalypse technology like "space buttons".

Arcs 5–7 (The Throne & Zerg Society): ⭐⭐⭐ – The Climax. The story moves into palace intrigue and a Zerg society facing gender inequality. While the "event-oriented" plots remain strong, some readers feel the execution becomes rushed as the series approaches its convoluted finale.

WebNovelDB Review

7 /10
7.5/10 (First Half) | 6/10 (Second Half)
An entertaining world-hopping journey featuring a refreshingly mature MC, though it struggles with repetitive "evil family" tropes and a messy final arc.

MC Competency: 10/10. Lin Hanchuan feels like a real CEO; he is intelligent, looks at the big picture, and handles conflicts without resorting to underhanded tricks.

World-Building: 7/10. The variety of worlds—from Zerg societies to ancient empires—is decent, though technical research is often glossed over with "one year later" time skips.

Romance: 6/10. The slow-burn development is unique, but it lacks fluff. The ML is often described as a "wolfdog" type who follows the MC, though his agency decreases in later arcs.

Consistency: 5/10. The author relies heavily on "evil parents" and "brain-dead villains" to drive the face-slapping, which can feel low-effort or unrealistic.

The Good: The translation is consistently high-quality and "poetic". It is a rare "Gong MC" story where the lead stays true to his rational nature without being needlessly cruel.

The Bad: The nationalism can be jarring for international readers. The ending is frequently described as a "convoluted pretzel" of multiple timelines and systems that are difficult to track.
WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Lin Hanchuan (MC/Gong), Lu Jue (ML/Shou).
Power System: System 001. Its goal is to transform the "scum" MC into a devoted romantic partner, though the MC ignores it to pursue business and technology.
Themes: Career-focused transmigration, face-slapping, slow-burn romance, and "strong country" wish fulfillment.

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