I Only Wanted a Marquis's Title, So Why Am I Wearing a Dragon Robe?

(Historical romance + political intrigue + punishing scumbags + a touch of wuxia. The heroine is decisive and highly capable, while the hero falls in love at first sight and secretly pines for her. The story takes a little time to set things up, so please be patient and keep reading, everyone. And feel free to share suggestions 🥹)

After avenging her murdered family, Xie Xuanwei takes to the hills as a bandit. Not long after, she passes over the neighboring mountain and discovers that the patrol is led by her second uncle. One day, she fishes someone out of Qiwudu, only for him to shout, “My lord, wait for me!” When the imperial decree granting her a noble title arrives, Xie Xuanwei looks up at the sky and sighs. Those scoundrels are always trying to bring me down...