Pure Historical Romance: A Cultured, Well-Bred Female Lead 纯古言，女主知书达理大家闺秀

1. 351 与 After Breaking Off My Engagement to a Scumbag, I Married the Marquis's Heir 与渣男退婚后，我嫁侯府世子 Zhang Jibei张冀北Ancient Romance312k WordsCompleted [Clear-headed, clever heroine who won't reunite with her ex + scheming, devoted hero who's been planning this for a long time] Before their wedding, Shen Qingyun tells Lin Yao that his cousin is carrying his child. He urges Lin Yao to be magnanimous. “I was drunk when it happened. My cousin is gentle and obedient, and only asks to be taken as a concubine. The child can be registered under your name. She won't compete with you for anything.” Shen Qingyun assumes Lin Yao will make a scene and get 3.8kReads8.9Score43014d adds

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   The plot is fast-paced and the emotional storylines are delicate.

2. 352 冷 The Cold-Faced Prince Holds Me Close, and the Marquis's Legitimate Daughter Is Doted On 冷面王爷拥入怀，侯府嫡女一直宠 May All Your Wishes Come True愿你所愿Ancient Romance339k WordsCompleted The delicate and sweet legitimate daughter of the Marquis of Dingping × the cold-faced Qi Prince, younger brother of the emperor Nian Yao, youngest daughter of the Marquis of Dingping, had been frail since childhood. She was a devoted reader of novels, ancient-style, and the darling of the whole family. The male lead was the youngest son of the late emperor and the empress dowager, and the emperor's own younger brother. He was naturally taciturn and rarely smiled, but made an exception for the h 191Reads6.9Score—14d adds

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   It's a pure ancient romance novel. The female lead is the legitimate daughter of a marquis's family. She is frail and pampered, and her personality is not the carefree type.

3. 353 探 The Flower-Seeking Scholar’s Princess-Consort Remarries 探花郎驸马的原配娇娘改嫁了 Clear Breeze in the Grove林苑清风Ancient Romance310k WordsCompleted [Everyone Is a Native of This World; Neither Lead Has Transmigrated or Been Reborn] Liang Xuntang supported Yang Qingyi's studies for five years and was willing to help him succeed, never expecting that after passing the imperial exam at the top of the list, his first act would be to kill his beloved. Literally. As the wife who stood in the way of her third-place scholar husband's romantic prospects, Liang Xuntang is trembling with fear. She travels to the capital to ask for a divorce, but her h 9Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Perhaps it's because time travel stories are everywhere, but suddenly seeing a book without time travel feels quite novel. There's no rebirth, space, system, quick transmigration, or cheat ability; it's just a simple romance novel.

4. 354 高 A Lofty Marriage to a Prince 高嫁王公 Scholar of the Luo River洛水书生Ancient Romance530k WordsCompleted People always said the third daughter of the Wei family was blessed: born into wealth and blessed with exceptional beauty, she was sure to marry the man of her dreams and be cherished beyond measure. Who could have guessed that Wei Shuwan would meet the wrong man? Her fiancé held his unattainable first love high in his heart and saw Wei Shuwan as nothing but an obstacle. In a fit of rage, he shoved her into the water. When the young Prince of Qiaochuan rescued her, he wasn't thinking of some her 2Reads5.2Score—14d adds
5. 355 九 The Nine-Phoenix Hairpin 九凤钗 Apples Don't Like Meatballs苹果不爱吃丸子Ancient Romance778k WordsCompleted Song Zhu was once a lost royal treasure hidden in the forest, but fate sent her by a twist of circumstance into the palace of her enemies. On one side were the hatred and grievances between their countries; on the other, she found herself slowly sinking deeper and deeper into Mo Jingyuan’s love. Mo Jingyuan drank the plum blossom wine Song Zhu had brewed with her own hands. Dark red blood welled from the corner of his lips. “Azhu, let the grudges of the previous generation end with us. Give bir 47Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Song Zhu was originally a royal jewel lost in the forest, but fate led her by a twist of fate into the palace of her enemy. Torn between national and personal hatred and her own slow, descent into love with Mo Jingyuan, she was caught in a dilemma. Mo Jingyuan drank the plum blossom wine brewed by Song Zhu herself, dark red blood welling from the corner of his lips. "Ah Zhu," he said, "let's settle the grudges of the previous generation here. Give birth to the child, and I will hand over my empire to him." (Highly recommended)

6. 356 她 She Has Returned 她归 My Love of Sweet and Sour爱吃糖醋myAncient Romance11k WordsCompleted She Returns 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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   The female lead has sentiments

7. 357 春 A Lovely Spring Day 春日好时光 April Thirty-Three四月三三Ancient Romance445k WordsCompleted [Completed, no rebirth or transmigration.][A peaceful rural life, a rugged man meets a beauty, and ordinary people make a life together.] Song Shu trembled and cried, “Please spare me, grim reaper!” But the terrifying man took off his demon mask and gently said, “Don't be afraid, miss. I'm a good person.” She just wanted to get rid of this dangerous man as soon as possible and never see him again. But he said in a gruff voice, “I can never repay you for saving my life. The only thing I can do i 10.2kReads9.3Score1.4k14d adds

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   If it meets your requirements, you can take a look.

8. 358 篡 The Usurping General’s One True Love 篡位将军的朱砂痣 Crushed Red Bean碎红豆Ancient Romance683k WordsCompleted By imperial decree, Dong Hou was ordered to purge the court and execute Chancellor Qi, the treacherous minister beside the child emperor. But the chancellor struck first and killed him. The Dong family was destroyed, and its orphan, Dong Qingzhi, was captured and brought to the chancellor’s residence, where she became a prisoner. The chancellor’s fourth son, Qi Zhuofeng, protected her. He went off to fight on the battlefield while she kept their home for him at the residence. Who could have imag 4Reads—Score—14d adds
9. 359 予 Waiting for You to Return 予卿归 Flying a Plane on a One-Plank Bridge独木桥上开飞机Ancient Romance243k WordsCompleted The Prince of the Manor x The Minister's Legitimate Daughter The two meet for the first time and get into a fierce fight over a misunderstanding. By chance, they meet again, and the young lord Shen is determined to win Miss Lu's heart. When Miss Lu encounters bandits while out, young lord Shen risks his life to save her, and the two fall for each other. But when sudden upheaval strikes the capital, young lord Shen must take up arms for his country and family. After the rebels are defeated, the t 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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   The Crown Prince's son and the legitimate daughter of a high-ranking official are a mutually devoted couple with no third parties involved. The entire story is high-energy, featuring intelligent and witty leads with no angst and pure sweetness. Amidst the turmoil in the capital, they join hands to catch the culprit. The male lead is incredibly gentle. A must-watch for pure love enthusiasts!

10. 360 侯 The Orphaned Daughter's Path to Glory 侯府孤女的荣华路 Yang Chenxue扬尘雪Ancient Romance596k WordsCompleted [Age-gap warning: the heroine is sexually inexperienced, the hero is not; after meeting her, he is devoted to her alone] Gu Jin is the orphaned daughter of the late Marquis Yongding. She lost both parents at a young age and, unloved by her grandmother, grew up struggling to get by in the marquis's household. She had hoped for a peaceful life and a safe marriage, but someone schemed against her, and she ended up in the hands of the emperor, a man who stood above all others... Fortunately, the emp 4.8kReads8.9Score50314d adds

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    The female lead is a well-educated and refined young lady, intelligent and elegant. The male lead is also gentle and respectful towards her. Especially in the last three books, the love between the male and female leads has a gentle, flowing quality, beautiful in its ordinariness. It's really so good! [Heart emojis]

11. 361 裙 The One Beneath the Skirt 裙下臣 Ban Jieyu班婕妤Ancient Romance1.4M WordsCompleted Li Meiwu entered the palace at fifteen, and her greatest wish was to become Feng Gonggong’s partner. Feng Chu was brilliant but cold and sinister, with countless lackeys and unchecked power. He was kind only to little Wu. One day, Consort Wei fell from favor and sent the maid Li Meiwu to the emperor’s bed to regain his favor. After one night together, she became Lady Li, the emperor’s concubine. She thought she and Feng Chu had no future together... But when she was sent to the Cold Palace, he s 298Reads7.2Score10114d adds
12. 362 身 Body Swap: The God of War Prince Takes Over My Household Battles 身体互换：战神王爷替我宅斗 Clear Breeze Begonia清风海棠Ancient Romance1.6M WordsCompleted [1v1, Fun Romantic Comedy, HE, Wise and Cool-Headed Young Lady vs. Adorable God of War Prince, Both Chaste, Happy Ending] The people of the Jiang household notice that their young lady has been acting strangely lately. The young lady used to be quiet and gentle. Now she’s still quiet, but there’s a murderous aura about her. In the garden, her sweet-talking younger sister affectionately reaches to link arms with her. Ye Zhan dodges at once, her voice full of disdain. “If you want to talk, then ta 10.9kReads9.1Score1.6k14d adds
13. 363 塞 Rouge Beyond the Pass 塞上胭脂 Ban Jieyu班婕妤Ancient Romance473k WordsCompleted Naren Tuoya became the Xiongnu's only queen. What did misfortune look like? The Great Chanyu Mandulatu brought home another Han princess, and he and his queen were estranged despite appearances. Naren Tuoya sneered. “There are countless men in this world. If one doesn't measure up, I'll find another.” When he realized he'd truly lost her, he went completely mad. (The Chanyu gets put through the wringer, with no mercy. He spends the whole story trying to win her back and failing.) 19Reads—Score—14d adds
14. 364 细 Quiet Days Flow By, Shared with You 细水流年与君同 A Cabbage一颗白菜Ancient Romance509k WordsCompleted She is An Yue, the daughter of a minor fifth-rank official. He is Xu Ze, the celebrated General Who Guards the Nation. Their marriage is one of convenience: one seeks to secure her family’s future, while the other hopes to keep a low profile and conceal his true intentions. Before long, neither knows who was the first to entrust the other with their heart and fall in love. A sweet romance between the official’s daughter An Yue and the great general Xu Ze. 58Reads7.8Score—14d adds
15. 365 衣 Fragrance of Silk, Dew of Rain 衣香沾雨露 Fox of the North北地之狐Modern Romance670k WordsCompleted Liang Yueying is a wife beyond reproach. She never gets jealous, doesn’t need the marshal’s family’s vast fortune, and doesn’t even mind him taking concubines. She’s perfect in every way. She just doesn’t see him. Then one day, an actress comes to the marshal’s residence. Only then does Marshal Song Shishan belatedly realize that this woman can smile, blush, and care about someone. Her virtue as a good wife and mother, her thoughtfulness and understanding, are all because she simply doesn’t love 161Reads5.3Score—14d adds
16. 366 傅 The First Spring at Fu Garden 傅园第一春 Crushed Red Bean碎红豆Modern Romance960k WordsCompleted Qiao Henqiu, the youngest daughter of Beiping’s richest family, is a thoroughly modern young lady with impeccable style. Independent and free, she refuses to bind her feet or be trapped in an arranged marriage. She even dares to dump her young marshal fiancé. Everyone in the capital feels sorry for her. Why turn down a perfectly good life as an official’s wife? She’s bound to regret it one day. But who would have guessed she’d turn around and marry a leading stage star? Everyone waits to see her 2Reads—Score—14d adds
17. 367 伯 The Delicate Lady of the Earl's Manor 伯府里的娇娘子 Ai Tiancheng艾甜橙Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Marriage first, love later; a sweet romance, very, very sweet.] The capital was in turmoil. When a new emperor ascended the throne, the Fu family’s status soared thanks to their role in helping him claim the throne. As a result, Su Yunjiao, already an orphan, was cast aside by the Fu family, who broke off their engagement with her. Fu Duan chose a daughter of the prestigious Xu family as his new bride, and even wanted to take Su Yunjiao as a favored concubine. Furious, Su Yunjiao sought out Qi 783Reads8.2Score10014d adds
18. 368 春 Love Blossoms on a Spring Night 春夜喜你 Crushed Red Bean碎红豆Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Traditional-style singer Jiang Shiyi shot to fame, captivating fans with his melodious, graceful opera-style singing. Just as he was enjoying both fame and fortune, traditional Peking opera fans criticized him: “Neither one thing nor the other. You’re insulting our national treasure.” Then one day, Fu Yanqing, the Peking opera world’s resident heartthrob, sang an opera-style passage in one of Jiang Shiyi’s traditional-style songs. The devotees on both sides immediately started attacking each oth 61Reads5.3Score—14d adds
19. 369 盛 A Flourishing Age of Books 盛世书香 A Suo阿琐Ancient Romance1.6M WordsCompleted None of the Zhu sisters are to be trifled with, and the First Madam is especially formidable! Born into a family like this, Fuyi would be lucky just to survive, let alone get married! 17.2kReads9.0Score1.6k14d adds

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    This is a purely historical romance novel; the female protagonist is well-read, knowledgeable, and reasonable.

20. 370 玉 Yu Wujiao 玉无娇 Cherry Red樱桃红Ancient Romance443k WordsCompleted Palace intrigue + clear-headed heroine + high intelligence and emotional intelligence + not an only-one relationship + no System or portable space + a heroine who grows over time (not a wish-fulfillment story), not blinded by love. After her parents and younger sister are brutally killed, Jiang Yuxin, daughter of a convicted minister, realizes that becoming a favored consort is the only way to change things. At nineteen, the emperor is at an age when he falls easily. He falls for one woman afte 272Reads8.8Score—14d adds

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    I highly recommend this one, it's a very good pure ancient Chinese palace intrigue novel.

21. 371 怎 Who Says the Moon Doesn't Shine in a Foreign Land? 怎知他乡无月明 Ban Jieyu班婕妤Modern Romance683k WordsCompleted One is a celebrated Peking opera star, famous throughout Beijing. The other is a powerful minister, second only to The Outcast, who reigns supreme over the foreign concessions. These two men belong to different worlds, yet because of one woman, they are drawn together against their will in a fierce entanglement. Onstage, he is a peerless star of Beiping, radiant beyond compare. Offstage, he is the uncle she can’t stop thinking about. She says, “Uncle, I want to be your second wife.” But in the e 2Reads—Score—14d adds
22. 372 江 Moonlight over Jiangnan, Willows Beyond the Pass 江南明月塞上柳 Jiuge Mengmengda酒歌萌萌哒Two Female Leads627k WordsOngoing The northwestern female general Gu Mingyue and the refined young lady from Jiangnan, Liu Xiaoxiao, are unexpectedly reborn in each other’s bodies. Seeing the vicious mother-in-law and cruel husband before her, Gu Mingyue begins to seriously doubt Liu Xiaoxiao’s claims of marital bliss. Liu Xiaoxiao, there must be something seriously wrong with your head! So Gu Mingyue swiftly grabs her dowry and runs off after divorcing him. Liu Xiaoxiao trembles as she looks at the frail, beautiful young man be 86Reads9.0Score—14d adds
23. 373 借 A Surrogate Pregnancy? The Emperor Dotes on Me, and I Keep Having Lucky Pregnancies 借腹生子？被帝王娇宠到福孕连连 Yi Jiu Lu宜久录Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Feel-good revenge + palace intrigue + fertility + System + multiple births + sole favorite later on + not a story where the leads have only ever been with each other + an emperor who talks himself into loving her at first, then begs humbly for her affection × a clear-eyed, beautiful consort] Yan Qingshu has a nightmare. In it, she takes her infertile elder sister’s place in the emperor’s bed and becomes pregnant with his child. But the moment the baby is born, her sister snatches it away. Yan Q 5.4kReads8.7Score68714d adds

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    These are all pure historical romance novels [shy][shy][shy]. The first one features a young lady from a prominent family who is forced to enter the palace as a womb to bear a child in place of her sister. Overall, it's a sweet and indulgent story with no angst.

24. 374 贵 The Noble Lady Became Empress, and the Career-Driven Emperor Went on a Rampage 贵女为后，事业批帝王杀疯了 Stuffing the Cat塞猫猫Ancient Romance432k WordsCompleted [Household and palace intrigue + both leads are each other's only love + ancient-era heroine + marriage before love + husband pursues his wife + emotional push and pull + everyone is clever, with some political scheming] The hunt begins in the middle-to-late stages; the earlier, slower-paced chapters focus mainly on the heroine's growth. Scheming, ruthless emperor × poised, pampered young lady from a noble family Cui Shaoyi was born into a noble family. Her aunt was the Empress Dowager, and the 670Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The female lead is a dignified and self-possessed young lady from a prestigious family, with a clear character development arc. While there are some palace intrigue and domestic power struggles in the early episodes, it's definitely not mindless; both the righteous and antagonistic characters have very distinct personalities. The male lead appears gentle but is actually a cunning and ruthless individual; there's a lot of emotional entanglement and he'll pursue her relentlessly. It's sweet, and both leads are virgins!

25. 375 三 Betrothed by Six Ceremonies, She Marries the Bloodthirsty Prince While Pregnant 三书六聘！她揣着孕肚嫁嗜血王爷 Kong Chen Huilong空尘绘龙Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [A dangerously unhinged beauty and a moonlit beauty. The one who kisses your scars is more worthy of your love.] Hua Yunwan, an orphan from the Duke's mansion who had been living away from home, was named Prince Qi's consort because she was pregnant. Her husband, Prince Qi, was violent, cruel, and guilty of every wicked deed imaginable. When the decree arrived, she prepared herself to die. But one day, this vicious wolf changed completely. - Before they married, he was ruthless and domineering: 548Reads9.2Score10114d adds
26. 376 美 A Beauty's Taste of Spring 美人尝春 Meow-Flavored Toffee喵味太妃糖Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Pure historical romance | Household intrigue | Satisfying revenge | Sweet romance | A reverse-harem battlefield | Devoted heroine, not a player | Male rivalry | Palace and nobility] After disaster strikes her family, Yun Zhiyu has no choice but to seek help from distant relatives in the capital. But they try to force her to become a concubine to her third cousin, a good-for-nothing who keeps a mistress and frequents the pleasure quarters! Unwilling to accept this, Yun Zhiyu decides to find a go 136Reads—Score—14d adds
27. 377 嫁 After Marrying the Cold and Distant Powerful Minister 嫁给清冷权臣之后 Skimming Over the Waves轻舟踏浪Ancient Romance307k WordsCompleted One mountain, two dynasties. The Xiao clan ruled the land. In a chaotic age of war, the Great Liang and Great Sui stood opposed. By a twist of fate, ten-year-old Xu Zhiyi saved a badly wounded boy, unaware that he came from a powerful family. A month spent together in their youth was enough for Xu Zhiyi to catch Xiao Jingyao’s eye. But back then, her heart and mind belonged entirely to Shen Mingchen, the childhood friend who had grown up with her. When they met again, Xiao Jingyao lost his compo 320Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This is a historical romance novel. The male lead is a young, handsome, and powerful prince, while the female lead is the daughter of a minor official. As children, the female lead saved the male lead, and after a month of spending time together, he fell in love with her. The male lead silently watches over her growth, repeatedly rescuing her and providing devoted companionship as she matures. When she is wrongly accused of being a rebel, he stands up for her, presenting a special imperial decree to propose marriage. After their marriage, he cherishes her dearly. Amidst constant war and chaos, she finds him, for though she lives in turbulent times. With you in my life, even in the midst of war, it is a peaceful and prosperous world.

28. 378 被 After Losing My Immortal Bones, I Stay Alive by Cuddling the Sickly Demon Lord 被剔仙骨后靠与病娇魔尊贴贴续命 Lae River拉埃河Ancient Romance348k WordsCompleted A beautiful, strong, tragic, proud and cunning demon lord x a seemingly delicate and frail little fairy who is actually as steadfast as stone [He falls for her on his own + slight yandere tendencies + nine-tailed fox male lead + salvation + past and present lives] Cang Qilan is the Demon Realm’s Lord. Rumor has it that he killed his brother and took his tails. Gloomy and bloodthirsty, he’s a figure feared throughout the Three Realms. Shan Nai is sent to his side to stay alive, but he nearly ki 4.4kReads9.3Score58714d adds
29. 379 庶 Born a Defiant Concubine’s Daughter, I Buried My Sister After She Stole My Match 庶女生来反骨，嫡姐换亲我埋土 Moon Fish月亮鱼Ancient Romance977k WordsCompleted (Both leads reborn and switch betrothals + punishing scumbags + sweet romance and satisfying revenge + marriage first, love later + older male lead + both are each other's first love + a black-lotus heroine who flirts without realizing it x a lovestruck hero who talks himself into it) In her previous life, Ye Shi'an married the notorious playboy Young Marquis of the capital, while her elder half-sister married the powerful Regent. Everyone said her sister had married better. But no one expected 42Reads—Score—14d adds
30. 380 嫁 After Marrying My Nemesis, We Shared a Bed and a Dream 嫁给死对头后我们同床亦同梦 A Cat's Catnip小猫的猫薄荷Ancient Romance519k WordsCompleted [Marriage first, love later: conflict at first, sweetness afterward, and both have exes] After a sudden upheaval, the upright and honorable father of Song Chaoge, the most talented young woman in the capital, is sentenced to exile at the frontier. She is forced to marry her sworn enemy, the Third Prince, Zhao Musheng. She stays in the capital, enduring humiliation while gathering evidence to clear her father’s name. To take on their common enemy, the former adversaries become allies. After an 318Reads—Score10914d adds

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    Pure ancient romance, with delicate writing and a captivating plot.

31. 381 不 I Won’t Be a Noble Consort! I’m Set on Finding a Husband, and Now the Emperor Is Jealous 不做贵妃！一心招婿后皇帝红了眼 Yun Wan Cai Cai云挽财财Ancient Romance418k WordsCompleted [Devoted 1v1 romance + his pursuit of her + childhood sweethearts + pampered by all + noblewoman vs. transmigrator] (Awakening, not reborn, no palace harem, no previous life) Lin Zhuyun was born into a distinguished family of meritorious officials. Raised in comfort, she is radiant and refined, frail yet carefree and composed. She was granted the title of commandery princess at a young age, cherished by the Empress Dowager, and grew up with the emperor like a childhood sweetheart. Later, the emp 17.2kReads7.4Score98614d adds

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    💗💗💗First book!!! The Jiang and Song families have been on good terms for generations. Song Wan was betrothed to Jiang Xingjian before she was even born. They were childhood sweethearts, but she was confined to the inner quarters, her entire education merely preparing her to become a wife in the Jiang family. The young man, dashing and ambitious, went to the border before reaching adulthood to make his mark. Before his departure, Jiang Xingjian personally placed a white jade hairpin in her hair. His words, "Wait for me," touched Song Wan's heart. Even after he died on the battlefield, she insisted on marrying into the Chengyang Marquis's family, carrying his memorial tablet. She kept the young man hidden in her heart, remaining a widow for six years, only to see Jiang Xingjian return to the capital with his beloved. His young lover was eccentric, and she worked tirelessly, making ice and firearms in the summer to help the Marquis's family rise to prominence. Song Wan watched him embrace her, showering the young woman with affection. She also watched him personally snatch the power of the household from her hands, all for the sake of winning her smile. 💗💗💗Second Book!!! Song Ganlan is the eldest daughter of the Prime Minister's family. By imperial decree, she marries the heir of the Duke of Dingguo's family. She only asks for mutual respect and a peaceful life. Xie Yan, the heir of the Duke of Dingguo's family, is also married by imperial decree. He has only one requirement for his wife: that she behave herself. The two maintain a respectful and loving relationship, living a simple and peaceful life. Later, Xie Yan's true identity is revealed, and Song Ganlan becomes the most honored woman in the capital. Women in the capital tear their handkerchiefs in envy of her good fortune, each vying to enter the harem! A brief summary: I promise you a lifetime of love and happiness, a lifetime of wealth and prosperity! 💗💗💗Third Book!!! The unloved eldest daughter of the Mu family is betrothed by imperial decree to the dying Crown Prince Zhou Jing for a "lucky marriage." Many people are watching with amusement, but hopefully, she'll die on her bed. The moment Zhou Jing opened his eyes, he found himself with a fiancée. The young girl, though clearly afraid of him, couldn't help but pledge her loyalty: "Your Highness, I will treat you very well." "Your Highness, after you pass away, I will burn plenty of paper money and several paper figures of beautiful maids for you." "Your Highness, I will uphold the virtues of a wife and cherish the memory of my deceased husband every day!" The twisted, feigning illness-ridden madman Zhou Jing thought: ... It's been a long time since I've seen someone so eager to die. On their wedding day, the sound of gongs and drums filled the air. Hundreds of assassins surged into the procession, while the Crown Prince, who had been pretending to cough up blood half an incense stick earlier, displayed a sharp sword aura. 💗💗💗 Fourth book!! Lu Zhaozhao, the youngest daughter of the Marquis of Yunyang, was pampered by her parents and protected by her older siblings, enjoying a life of luxury and ease from a young age. Sixteen-year-old Lu Zhaozhao was stunningly beautiful, and suitors flocked to the Yunyang Marquis's residence, yet she only had eyes for one man… Shen Jiayan, the only son of the Duke of Huguo and Princess Jingrou, currently serving as the third-rank Minister of the Court of Judicial Review. He was born into wealth and privilege, indulging in unrestrained behavior, able to choose any precious thing in the world, yet his marriage remained undecided. One day, he suddenly requested an imperial decree to grant them a marriage… Before the wedding, Shen Jiayan looked directly into Lu Zhaozhao's eyes and coldly said, "Third Miss Lu, please have some self-respect!" After the wedding, Lu Zhaozhao looked at Shen Jiayan, who had climbed in through the window, and scoffed, "Young Master Shen, please have some self-respect!"

32. 382 锦 A Beauty Adorned with Brocade 锦上娇 Yuan Xi垣溪Ancient Romance825k WordsCompleted The mighty General Dingbei commanded three armies at just twenty and made a name for himself on the battlefield. His enemies were so terrified of him that they kept their distance. Now that he’s married, he often leaves the house with scratch marks on his face and a rueful look. Everyone is stunned, but the general isn’t ashamed. He’s proud of it, declaring, “My wife is adorable no matter what she does. What do you know? You’re nothing...” 841Reads8.2Score10014d adds

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    I think these three books are good! The first one was a concubine's daughter born to her own younger brother's aunt. Secondly, the idea of ​​taking revenge in this lifetime is more satisfying than typical rebirth stories. Thirdly, the unintentional display of brilliance is quite captivating.

33. 383 春 Radiant Spring 春光艳 Not Yet Cool未凉Ancient Romance988k WordsCompleted In her previous life, Ye Baozhu had the worst luck imaginable. She married a scumbag who was a beast in human skin, and when she died, she made sure to take him down with her. At last, she had her revenge! So what was this business about being reborn? Perhaps Heaven had brought her back this time to repay her debts and return the kindness she had received? 1.6kReads8.7Score17314d adds
34. 384 逆 The Defiant Villainess: She Marries a Dandy and Starts a Rebellion 逆天恶女：嫁纨绔夫君后开始造反 Toward the Sun向日倾Ancient Romance142k WordsCompleted [Marriage Before Love + Strong Female Lead and Weaker Male Lead + Mutual Healing + Devoted to Each Other for Life + Scheming Female Lead] Female lead: a calculating, possessive black lotus who loves to act vulnerable Male lead: an innocent, sincere white lotus, utterly devoted to her Note: The male lead grows over time and is very weak at first. Proceed with caution. “Madam, it’s a lovely spring day. Shall we take a walk in the countryside together?” “Sounds good. I can check on the estate whil 4Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Both the female lead and the supporting female character are from well-to-do families; it's a story of marriage first, then love.

35. 385 锦 Return of the Swallow 锦堂归燕 Breezy and Bright风光霁月Ancient Romance3.2M WordsCompleted As the legitimate daughter of the prime minister, she was switched at birth and forced to struggle for survival among the common folk. At long last, she was reunited with her family, only to be caught up in endless domestic power struggles. She wanted to get along with her sisters, honor her elders, and live a peaceful life of her own, but every one of those awful people was determined to thwart her! So she faced reality: if she wanted a good life, she would have to scheme and fight within the h 2.3kReads8.4Score31914d adds
36. 386 满 Spring Over the City 满城春 A Copper Coin一枚铜钱Ancient Romance560k WordsCompleted [New Bonus Chapters] The Liu family of the capital is an illustrious noble house, so powerful that even the imperial clan treats them with deference. Liu Yan, the youngest legitimate daughter of the Liu family's second branch, is gifted and blessed with both wisdom and good fortune. When her stepmother joins the family as she turns five, Liu Yan expects a fierce battle. But her stepmother turns out to be quite unlike anyone expected. With her older brother looking out for her and her childhood s 15.2kReads9.4Score1.7k14d adds

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    Both of these are high-quality historical romance novels. The female protagonists are well-educated and refined young ladies from prominent families, and they are very enjoyable to read!

37. 387 掌 The Pampered Darling: Her Possessive Husband Drops the Act! 掌上娇，偏执夫君不装了！ Yu Wanwan玉晚晚Ancient Romance230k WordsCompleted The clever, charming legitimate daughter of the prime minister’s household × the aloof, untouchable heir of Penglai [They heal each other + sweet romance + no angst between the couple + one-on-one romance + both are each other’s first and only love + happy ending] One fateful encounter begins a bond that endures through every twist of fate. Jiang Muyuan came from another world and became the legitimate daughter of the prime minister’s household in the capital, with no memories of her past. Yet h 5Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The female lead is the legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister's family; she seems both lazy and somewhat charming, which is acceptable.

38. 388 御 The Censor's Playful Wife 御史大人的纨绔妻 That Chatterbox那个话痨Ancient Romance321k WordsCompleted He is a young censor, cold-faced and upright, who never gives anyone a kind word. She is a spoiled, pleasure-seeking young lady in Shengjing, always teasing cats and dogs. He is a trusted minister to two generations of emperors, while she is doted on by her parents. What happens when a man of such impeccable propriety meets a shameless woman? What happens when a woman with a serious weakness for handsome men meets a man of striking good looks? She was attracted to his looks on a whim, on a s 6.1kReads9.2Score77314d adds

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    🔥This one! The female lead is the darling of her family, and the male lead is a powerful minister. The female lead takes the initiative and makes her move on the male lead! [Cool]

39. 389 千 Qian Jinhuan 千锦欢 Yun Lingge云翎歌Ancient Romance229k WordsCompleted Completed · [A highly intelligent amnesiac fake princess x a cold, scheming prince] [Not a mindless power fantasy] [Both devoted to each other + classic historical romance + no transmigration, rebirth, or System + political intrigue + doting romance + reunion after a long separation + devotion to country and family + exclusive devotion + the one who got away + happy ending] For twenty years, the second prince of Nantang, Chu Jinyuan, has kept his guard up and trusted no one, until Hua Qianmei ar 503Reads8.1Score—14d adds

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    I'm currently reading a historical romance novel about political intrigue. The female lead is knowledgeable, reasonable, and has the world in her heart. There's no reincarnation or time travel cheat, no taking down villains or crushing female supporting characters, only family, country, the world, and a love story that unfolds layer by layer! The supporting characters in this book are also very vivid!

40. 390 病 The Frail Legitimate Daughter Returns from Cultivation 病弱嫡女她修仙归来 Xinxin Loves Vegetables爱吃蔬菜的鑫鑫Ancient Romance685k WordsCompleted (The rating just opened, so it will rise later.) (A household-intrigue story with faux cultivation.) A Nascent Soul powerhouse from the cultivation world was stuck at a bottleneck in her state of mind, unable to advance to Spirit Transformation. She returned to the mortal world and became Lin Shuyin, the frail eldest daughter who had just returned home to the Minister of Rites’ residence. She may look delicate and weak, but she is really an elder of the Shangqing Sect who has lived for 271 years 2.6kReads8.0Score27514d adds

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    This is a good, lighthearted, not angsty book with a touch of humor.

41. 391 两 A Tale of Two Fated Loves 两段缘 Little Ke小棵Ancient Romance86k WordsOngoing The ruthless General Yunhui has met the bane of his existence. This woman is a bewitching charm in human form. When she smiles, the sky brightens. When she cries, he aches. When he looks at her, he cannot bear to turn away. Even when she is by his side, he still longs for her. Then one day, she suddenly vanishes, nearly costing him his life... The naive “woman from a painting,” Liu Pianxian, somehow steps out of the picture and becomes real. She meets the jade-faced demon, a man who kills withou 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Purely ancient Chinese style, well-written. The male lead is a cunning general, the female lead is cute and sweet in the beginning, but becomes beautiful, strong, and tragic later on. It combines court intrigue, outlaw heroes, desert landscapes, and a deeply moving, heart-wrenching romance.

42. 392 小 The Happy Life of a Sweet Young Husband 小娇夫的幸福生活 A Hibiscus Plant一株木槿Ancient Romance458k WordsCompleted Imperial Censor Lin was famous for his integrity and unyielding sense of justice, and he had made plenty of enemies. As a result, his daughter Lin Zhiyao was unwelcome among the capital’s noblewomen. Who could have guessed that the emperor and empress would take a liking to her and arrange for her to marry Gu Yuncheng, the heir to the Prince Ding’s household? The young lord declared that he didn’t want to marry, while Lin Zhiyao didn’t mind either way. All she asked was that he remember he belon 6.6kReads9.0Score58714d adds

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    This is a pure historical romance! The female lead is the daughter of an imperial censor! She has the art of managing her husband! She transforms a spoiled young master into a good husband!

43. 393 那 When the Moon Shone Over Song City 那时明月照宋城 Hua Xueci华雪慈Ancient Romance1.7M WordsCompleted She may not have princess syndrome, but she sure has a princess’s fate! Before marriage, she was the apple of her parents’ eye, cherished and carefully protected. After marriage, she became her husband’s adored and pampered wife, loved beyond measure. Well, being too happy has its drawbacks: her husband is too fierce, her parents-in-law dote on her too much, and her children are too outstanding... Every day, they make the single crowd green with envy. She’s simply too blissfully happy... 895Reads8.6Score10514d adds
44. 394 晴 Clear Skies Stretch Far, and Fragrant Grass Grows Lush 晴川历历芳草萋 Xu Tinglan叙亭兰Fantastical Romance475k WordsCompleted [One True Pairing + Growing-Together Romance + A Powerful Partnership + Ensemble of Women] Main couple: A powerful prince of a different surname vs. the legitimate daughter of a military family, a young commandery princess Red robes against white snow. A woman’s body fell from a cliff as a red-eyed man shouted, “Qiqi, no!” Qiqi looked at the tall man walking toward her, as if he had crossed the endless passage of time and the vast changes of the world to reach her. She was calm and restrained, w 87Reads—Score—14d adds

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    1. A powerful prince with military authority vs. A noblewoman born into a prominent family; the female lead was granted the title of princess at birth. 2. A cunning and scheming minister vs. A delicate and beautiful woman.

45. 395 玉 Spring in the Jade Palace 玉殿春 Writer A-Xing写手阿星Ancient Romance266k WordsCompleted [Resilient, Gentle Noblewoman x Cunning, Patient Scholar] [Female Growth + Forbidden Love + Tormented Romance + Palace Intrigue and Political Scheming + Redemption] Yan Qing was a noblewoman from a distinguished family. One day, on a whim, she saved Jiang Weiren, a poor scholar. Though they came from utterly different worlds, the two began to cross paths. The gentle young woman and the brooding young man fell for each other in secret. But then the Yan family fell from power. To protect her famil 3.2kReads9.2Score28714d adds

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    The forbidden love between the young Empress Dowager and the current Grand Secretary! I'm totally shipping this couple! The twists and turns in their relationship are truly amazing. If you like sweet and angsty romances, you're in for a treat!

46. 396 嫡 The Legitimate Daughter's Cunning, and Her Way with Husbands 嫡女善谋，御夫有道 Optimistic Sunflower乐天派向日葵Ancient Romance421k WordsCompleted [Calculating Earl’s Legitimate Daughter vs. Cold and Ruthless Heir to the Duke] [Power Couple, Sweet Romance] Shen Yunshu, the eldest legitimate daughter of the Earl of Xiting, is the only legitimate heir of her generation. But her father, Lord Shen, favors a beautiful young concubine who has both a son and a daughter, while her domineering grandmother can’t stand her either. Always calm and unruffled, Shen Yunshu only wants to live a quiet life with her mother. Yet people keep trying to disrupt 9.5kReads9.2Score1.1k14d adds

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    This book is good, the author's writing is excellent, the only downside is that it's not finished yet.

47. 397 朝 A Mistake Made Day After Day 朝朝误 Deep Sea Fish Chaser深海追鱼Ancient Romance324k WordsCompleted [No transmigration, no rebirth, no System. A pure historical romance + love between a man and woman + family and nation] On a stormy Mid-Autumn night, overlapping shadows cast by candles in a private residence shattered the lie of “one heart, one lifetime, one partner.” She ran mad through the rain with a sword in hand, while he cuddled his new lover on the bed. And the cousin who always said she only wanted enough to eat had already set her sights on becoming the Xie family matriarch. But who w 516Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Gentle yet resilient

48. 398 君 The Emperor Steals His Minister’s Wife, Then Claims Her by Force 君夺臣妻，被恋爱脑帝王强取豪夺 Time Is Gentle and Clear时光清浅Ancient Romance508k WordsCompleted [Traditional historical romance + the emperor steals his minister’s wife + love-driven madness + emotional push and pull + exclusive 1v1 romance + love-struck hero + heroine who grows] [Fate means nothing to Yuchi Jing. He only believes in following his heart.] At their first meeting, Yuchi Jing stole another glance at the woman beneath a centuries-old tree. She wore a bright red fox-fur cloak over her brocade robe, concealing the hairstyle that marked her as a married woman. At their next meeti 4.7kReads9.0Score40014d adds

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    I don't care, the female lead is cunning, and the male lead only loves her. Incidentally, the female lead is a character who grows and develops, which feels quite realistic. [Licking screen][licking screen][kissing][kissing]

49. 399 团 The Adored Princess Is Beautiful and Sweet 团宠郡主美又娇 Wan YanS琬琰sAncient Romance451k WordsCompleted Sheng Wange was an astonishingly beautiful girl! She could compose poetry at three and speak in elegant phrases at five. By eight, she was the most beautiful and talented girl in the capital! Born to a noble family, her father was the prime minister, second only to The Outcast and above everyone else. Her mother was the second daughter of the Prince-Guarding General and the empress's younger sister. There were no princesses in the imperial family, nor any girls among the younger generation of th 1.2kReads8.7Score13214d adds
50. 400 小 Little Taoist Priestess, His Highness Has His Eye on You 小道姑，殿下他看上你了 Crayon Immortal蜡笔仙人Ancient Romance1.8M WordsCompleted Rumor has it that the Great Yue imperial palace is home to a Third Prince. He is breathtakingly handsome and exceptionally gifted, yet his moods are as unpredictable as the weather. Proud, aloof, and absolutely not interested in women! Except a little Taoist nun has somehow managed to get close to him. Everyone says the Third Prince's love star has finally arrived, and waits to see the capital's most notorious beauty tamed. But... “Your Highness, a report: the little Taoist nun is holding the ha 3.8kReads9.2Score48014d adds

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    Little Taoist Nun, His Highness Has Taken His Eyes on You (Synopsis: Super captivating! The male and female leads find salvation in each other; the story is exciting and addictive.)

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