Zhen Huan Reborn as Yixiu: I Rule My Own Harem

Empress Dowager Zhen Huan dies peacefully in old age, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. After death, she returns to her first life, becoming the old rival who helped make her who she was: Yixiu. Given another chance, she still wants to kill the damn emperor and take her sisters traveling.

Heads-up: This is based on the TV drama, not the original novel or history. There is no palace intrigue; the focus is on female friendship and raising children, so it may be a little slow-paced. None of the female characters from Empresses in the Palace are vilified. Those who like to argue in the comments about who's good or bad should hold their tongues. Pure Yuan and Chun'er are simply a kind older sister and an innocent younger sister here. Meizhuang will still be paired with Wen Shichu, and Zhen Huan with Prince Guo. The emperor is the only villain. The Yongzheng Emperor is not specifically emphasized, and there is no court politics. Yixiu won't turn evil; the story continues the previous installment's premise that everyone can be saved.