Hatred on the Cold River: Turning the Tables at the Gaokao by Exposing a Fake Sweetheart

Novels with a Strong Female Lead Focused on Her Career.

Looking for books similar to With the Esteemed Minister System in Hand, I Disguise Myself as a Man in Ancient Times. Are there any stories with strong female leads? Cross-dressing as a man is fine, but it is not required. I am especially interested in ancient imperial examination stories. A romantic pairing is optional. I want to read about women building careers without relying on anyone else, only