Pure Historical Romance! No Transmigration, No Rebirth 纯古言！！！非穿越，非重生

1. 1 心 His Beloved Frowns, and the Heir Apparent Rushes to Comfort Her 心尖宠她一皱眉，世子夫君追着哄 Shi Yiyuan十一源Ancient Romance321k WordsCompleted [One-on-One Romance, Both Pure, Sweet Romance, Childhood Sweethearts] Print edition of Jin Shi Jin Yu signed, and the comic adaptation is now online. Yuan Rongjin was the daughter of a general, but when she was young, her stepmother framed her and sent her away from the capital! Everyone thought she would suffer terribly out in the world and live a miserable life. But no one expected that during the ten years she spent away from the capital, Yuan Rongjin never looked the least bit down and out. 30.1kReads9.1Score2.2kShelves
2. 2 公 After the Princess's Political Marriage, the New King of Beijiang Spoils Her Rotten 公主和亲后，被北疆新王宠上天 Dan Yuan旦愿Ancient Romance395k WordsCompleted Completed, so read with confidence! [Tribute Princess vs. Foreign King ➕ One-on-one, both devoted to each other ➕ His one and only ➕ Strong heroine and strong hero] [The heroine falls in love after marriage; the hero has been plotting to win her over for a long time] Zhou Nuanying is the most overlooked princess in the Great Xia imperial harem. Her mother was a palace maid serving the empress. After her father, the emperor, took her by force in a moment of passion, the empress bore a grudge ag 2.7kReads—Score227Shelves
3. 3 赐 After the Imperial Betrothal, the Princess Consort Just Wants the Prince to Keep Her Alive 赐婚后，王妃只想靠王爷续命 Zha Xiaogua扎小瓜Ancient Romance411k WordsCompleted A historical romance: marriage first, love later. Both leads are intelligent, articulate, and quick-witted. No angst, no silly characters, and sweet moments throughout. Originally titled Who Dares to Define Romance. Everyone in the capital regards Prince Yong as untouchable. Gu Qing is the only exception. Desperate for a life-saving medicine, she takes advantage of the emperor’s arranged marriage and weds Prince Yong, unaware that he is also gravely ill with a deadly poison. She is calm and rati 6kReads9.4Score746Shelves

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   She was the owner of a pharmacy, born frail, her life sustained only by a miraculous medicine given to the prince; her supposed "love at first sight" was merely a facade for survival. He was the disgraced Prince Yong, afflicted with a poison, considered taboo by the court, and only wary and defensive of this marriage. Their icy respect on their wedding night became the beginning of their mutual testing. She cautiously rubbed against his clothes, seeking the "medicine's effect," while he coldly investigated her background, yet gradually lowered his guard amidst the warmth of their physical touch and her clever schemes to protect him. He would brave the rain to find her favorite steamed cherries, and shield her from all the court's hidden attacks; she, too, would guard the prince's residence with her frail body, using her wisdom to resolve crises for him, and even discover that their life-sustaining medicines originated from the same source. When the scheming of imperial power and the blood debts of the past surface, when the "mutually beneficial" transaction transforms into a bond of life and death, they finally understand: the key to prolonging life is never a single remedy, but the mutual redemption of two hearts. This is a story of love that begins with calculation and blossoms into marriage, but it is also a heartwarming epic of mutual support and resilience in a chaotic world. It contains both the grand ambition of family and country and the sweet, enduring affection, making it a captivating read with every step and every lingering aftertaste.

4. 4 小 The Easygoing Wife 小闲妻 Yu Tangluo玉糖萝Ancient Romance584k WordsOngoing [Historical court intrigue, richly traditional atmosphere, no transmigration or rebirth, household-intrigue ensemble, clever and capable heroine, devoted and protective hero] Cen Ruxi spent two years caring for Jiang Huai, the blind and deaf heir of the Duke’s household, in place of her legitimate younger sister. After the heir regained his sight, her sister Cen Ruyi took credit for her work and married him. Cen Ruxi, meanwhile, was ordered by her family to marry the Third Prince, Zhao Yao, a no 453Reads8.1Score103Shelves

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   There's no time travel or reincarnation involved; it's a classic, period-style story about the female protagonist's struggles and growth.

5. 5 宫 A Palace Maid's Daily Life: My Parents Want Me to Be a Couch Potato 宫女日常：爹娘让我当咸鱼 Yu Tangluo玉糖萝Ancient Romance699k WordsCompleted Hang Jiayanxin was a bondservant of the Plain White Banner and a court-appointed royal service worker. She entered the palace at thirteen and would leave at twenty-five. For twelve years in the palace, she kept her parents' advice in mind: be a good-for-nothing fish, and hang on until it's time to leave. But the towering palace before her was like a massive vessel, bearing endless power and desire. Once she pushed open those heavy doors, she stepped onto a path from which there was no turning ba 5.4kReads9.1Score571Shelves
6. 6 快 Quick Transmigration: The Cannon Fodder Heroine Strikes Back 快穿：炮灰女配反杀剧情 Quieted Down 1102安静了1102Fantastical Romance554k WordsCompleted Quick transmigration | Everyone's favorite | Female-lead romance | Portable space | 1vN Nan Zhi lost both her parents as a child and grew up dependent on others, without a sense of security or enough love. More than anything, she longs for someone to choose her, again and again, without hesitation. Then one obsessive, unhinged man after another comes along, all vying for her, going mad for her and bending to her will... The men suffer, not the woman. There's just a bit of setup at the beginnin 17.1kReads8.2Score2.3kShelves

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   She travels through different worlds, escaping the fate of cannon fodder, and even the most ruthless and powerful figures fall for her. It's a fantastic watch, highly recommended!

7. 7 贵 The Blind Noblewoman: The Minister of Revenue Strikes It Lucky 贵女失明：尚书大人捡了漏 Passion Fruit Fragrance百香果香Ancient Romance283k WordsCompleted #Blind Noblewoman #Transmigrated Minister of Works #Redemption #Coming of Age #Rebellion Against Confucian Morality #Happy Ending #Alternate World [A story about a noblewoman bound by feudal customs and a modern soul] From the day she was born, Xu Tang was raised to become an empress. Not a single word or action could be less than perfect. But just before she was to become the Crown Princess, Xu Tang unexpectedly lost her sight in both eyes, and her life changed completely. … Shen Qiuyao was 3.4kReads8.7Score411Shelves

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   Don't be fooled by the ratings, it's really sweet. It's a simple story of a guy pursuing a girl, with very little political intrigue. It's basically all about falling in love. Among all the novels I've read, this sweet historical romance is definitely in my top 3. It's perfect for stress relief and relaxation.

8. 8 蓦 When I Turned Around, That Person Was Still There 蓦然回首，那人依旧 Yue Lingyin悦凌茵Ancient Romance314k WordsCompleted After leaving her child behind and being forced out, she has returned to settle the score... "From beginning to end, all I wanted was to hold on to his sleeve and follow him to become immortals... But... I can never hold on to that sleeve... I thought fate had finally smiled upon me, but what awaited me was an imperial decree ordering that I be killed after giving birth, while my child was kept... A person whose life is as worthless as grass has only one way to stand tall before others..." 38.3kReads9.0Score3.5kShelves

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   This book is good, you can take a look.

9. 9 得 After Learning the Marquis Was a Woman, His Majesty Climbed the Wall to Visit Her Every Night 得知侯爷是女儿身陛下夜夜来翻墙 The Clownfish Who Loves Chocolate爱吃巧克力的小丑鱼Ancient Romance613k WordsCompleted [Mutual Firsts + They Choose Each Other + Satisfying Payback + Sweet Romance + 1v1 + Strong Heroine and Hero + Her Only Love] In the spring of the third year of Jingyang, Shen Zhao receives a secret report that her father and elder brother have died in battle. She assumes her brother's identity, takes command of the Shen family army, and shoulders the burden of the marquis's household. She marries her brother's childhood sweetheart into the family in his place. On their wedding night, the empero 3.8kReads8.5Score551Shelves
10. 10 花 A Song of Flowers by Night 花夜吟 Heart's Words, Flower's Language心言花语Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted Synopsis: [A cruel, possessive male lead + a beautiful, strong, tragic, and icy female lead + fantasy setting + manipulation + control + revenge + marriage before love + love that grows over time + mutual salvation] The Phantom Night Witch, Hua Li, bears the demonic breath of Taotie. After the ruler of Chiyu seals it, she is married off to Ling Ye, Prince of the Southern Commandery. Ling Ye drains her blood to cure his poison, turning her into his “medicinal catalyst.” She also swallowed Qiongqi 739Reads9.4Score101Shelves

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    Come on, come on! [Yandere and ruthless male lead + beautiful, strong, tragic, and cold female lead + alternate history + manipulation + control + revenge + arranged marriage to love + love that grows over time + mutual redemption] The Phantom Night Witch Hua Li is betrothed to Prince Ling Ye of Nan County. She suffers a bloody treatment to become his "medicinal ingredient." Amidst the bloodshed and turmoil along the way, their fates gradually become intertwined. Let's see how they are pulled together and develop a unique affection!

11. 11 论 On the Upbringing of Noble Daughters 论贵女的养成 The Plainspoken Baili Che简单明了的百里澈Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [No rebirth or transmigration, a light ensemble cast] [The first part focuses on the everyday family life at the heroine’s maternal home, the Marquisate of Wuyang. The second volume focuses on everyday family life at her husband’s home, the Prince of Xinning’s residence.] Shen Lening is very happy with her life. She never has to worry about anything. Her only daily concerns are what to wear, what to eat, and what to accessorize with. (I’ve written several stories where the heroine’s mother is a 8.2kReads6.3Score751Shelves

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    It's good; don't let the ratings affect your opinion.

12. 12 古 The Leisurely Life of a Noblewoman in Ancient Times 古代闺秀的悠闲生活 The Plainspoken Baili Che简单明了的百里澈Ancient Romance296k WordsCompleted Savor the unhurried passing of time and enjoy a carefree life. I envy your graceful beauty, reflected in the blue heavens and the jade moon. Su Huayue learned everything from her mother from a young age, treating being a daughter of the Su family as a job. As the legitimate daughter of her father's second wife, all she had to do was live freely under the protection of her mother and elder brother. Her only pleasure was watching her two elder half-sisters compete for their father's and grandmothe 11.5kReads8.4Score1.1kShelves
13. 13 春 Moonlight Falls on Blossoms in the Spring Courtyard 春庭月照落花 The Plainspoken Baili Che简单明了的百里澈Ancient Romance355k WordsCompleted The safe and smooth life of a noble young lady. Seen through Luo Yunchu's eyes, the colorful lives of those around her unfold. Everyone has their disappointments, and beneath every seemingly foolish decision lies the best choice they could make at the time. 3.3kReads8.0Score233Shelves
14. 14 错 I Mistook a Playboy for My Husband, and He Spoiled Me Rotten Across the Capital 错把纨绔当夫君，被他宠冠京城 Shi Yiyuan十一源Ancient Romance121k WordsOngoing [Pure historical romance | Alternate history | Sweet romance | Not a strong female lead | Second male lead chases his wife and suffers] (Overindulgent, sinister young lord vs. outwardly gentle, inwardly strong beauty) [The female lead has an eye condition at first, but it will get better later] Rong Zhao's fiance has climbed the social ladder by attaching himself to the powerful. To cover his tracks, he wants to kill her. Rong Zhao survives, but injures her eyes. To protect herself, she boldly m 2.8kReads—Score438Shelves

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    This is really good, you absolutely must read it! It's very emotionally intense and also very sweet. A cold and ruthless young master x a seemingly gentle but strong-willed beauty! The author's writing is excellent, the feeling is absolutely amazing 🥰🥰👍👍

15. 15 清 The Tale of Empress Tong Jia of the Qing Palace 清宫之佟佳皇后传 Yan Xiwan言西晚Ancient Romance278k WordsOngoing Also known as The Empress’s Professionalism: A Half-Day “Elder Sister, are you getting married?” “No, that’s called entering the palace.” Tongjia Qingyue was a woman who served as empress for just one day. She was known as the shortest-lived empress in Qing history: Empress Xiaoyiren. She was the niece of Empress Dowager Cihe, mother of Emperor Kangxi, the daughter of Imperial Uncle Tong Guowei, and Kangxi’s own cousin. She was Kangxi’s third empress, as well as his last. He never appointed anot 500Reads—Score—Shelves

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    No time travel, no rebirth, no system

16. 16 布 A Commoner's Warmth Beneath the Heavens 布衣暖天下 Half a Scroll of Song Dynasty Paper半卷宋笺Ancient Romance313k WordsCompleted [In the war-torn years at the end of the Song and the beginning of the Yuan, discover how a former child bride used nimble hands as blades and cotton as her cutting edge to weave an immortal legend as the “Cotton Goddess,” who “clothed the world”!] At twelve, her family sold her for half a sack of millet. Her husband's family treated her like livestock, and when they tried to sell her again, she escaped. She hid in a Taoist temple and nearly got caught, then drifted to Yazhou, where she narrowly 19Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I highly recommend this novel—no cheat codes, no time travel, no rebirth, just a grand and original story! Set in the late Song and early Yuan dynasties, a time of great historical events including the capture of Wen Tianxiang, the surrender of a city by Pu Shougeng, and the Battle of Yamen… Sold as a child bride, how does she rise to the top, becoming the revered "Cotton Goddess," with temples built in her honor? She selflessly teaches her fellow villagers how to grow cotton and weave cloth, making pure white cotton the mainstream material, warming the hearts of the poor! She helps women from the lower classes break free from the shackles of fate, sparking a new wave of "women's economic independence"! She helps countless weavers create beautiful lives! She is Huang Daopo, the great cotton textile innovator of late Song and early Yuan China, a UNESCO-recognized world-class scientist. She is the only woman among the four scientists featured on the 1980 commemorative stamps issued by the state for ancient Chinese scientists! Some of the cotton spinning tools she invented were nearly 500 years ahead of the West and are still in use today! Her passionate and fiery love affair with the male protagonist spans her entire life…

17. 17 贵 A Noble Lady Marries Down: The Empress of a Golden Age 贵女低嫁：盛世女皇商 Qiu Ming of Nanyang Ancient City南阳古城的仇明Ancient Romance443k WordsCompleted {Historical fiction in an alternate setting | Farming and business | Historical romance | Not reborn | Does not transmigrate} {A sequel to After Her Scumbag Father Abandoned Her: Her Life Took Off} Shen Yu never imagined her marriage prospects would be so full of twists and turns. One rebellious act led her straight to the right man. Her friend's older brother came after her, making his intentions clear. She could barely handle him. Oh, well. He'll do. * After they married, they treated each oth 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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18. 18 小 The Comeback of a Minor Official’s Daughter 小官之女的逆袭之路 Qiu Ming of Nanyang Ancient City南阳古城的仇明Ancient Romance467k WordsCompleted [Heavily revised!!!] Fictional setting! [Sister story: The Noblewoman Marries Down: The Prosperous Female Merchant Queen Has Begun] “Ah Yao, go back to Letian. Father will come get you in a year.” But one year passed, then another, and Father never sent anyone to fetch her. Well, they say a new wife means a new father. She can live just fine without them. She can pick up some seafood and earn a little money to support herself, though it seems the sea has more than just seafood. Later, she picks 691Reads8.5Score135Shelves
19. 19 逃 Run! Run! Run! The General's Legitimate Daughter Flees Her Wedding 逃！逃！逃！将军府嫡女逃婚了 Qiu Ming of Nanyang Ancient City南阳古城的仇明Ancient Romance397k WordsCompleted (This is a fictional setting!) [Historical romance + love that grows over time + war + devotion to family and country] Their first meeting! “Hey!” Mu Yun Zhao asked tentatively. “Are you breathing, or have you stopped?” Qi Han Yu gave a slight shake of his head! Mu Yun Zhao let out a sigh of relief. “You’re alive!” She saved him, and then latched onto him! The nth time he saved her! A curved saber was about to plunge into Mu Yun Zhao’s body! The chill of death rushed toward her. But the excrucia 132Reads—Score—Shelves
20. 20 糙 Take It Easy, Tough General, Your Soft White Bride Can't Take It 糙汉将军轻点亲，白软娘子受不了 A Broad Mind Adds Years to Life心宽可增寿Ancient Romance311k WordsCompleted “My lord, do you want me tonight?” No one in the Northern Territories knows why General Geng has avoided women all these years. Even fewer know that a serious injury from a great battle more than a decade ago left him with lasting damage. The army doctor said he was lucky to be alive, but warned that he might never be able to have children. Then Yang Qingxi accidentally fell into his arms. His hand clamped around her waist, the veins standing out, and he realized he wasn't incapable after all. 10.6kReads—Score592Shelves
21. 21 末 Apocalypse: The Whole Company Denies the Existence of the 18th Floor 末世：全公司否认18楼存在 On Jiufeng Mountain九峰山上Sci-Fi & Apocalypse783k WordsCompleted [Apocalypse + No System + Reborn + Mystery + One Female Lead + Zombies + Hard Sci-Fi + No Mindless Decisions + Revenge] Reborn six hours before the apocalypse, Chu Yan has not only retained his memories of the future, but also mastered the ultimate secret of genetic evolution! He can become the most powerful god in the apocalypse! He frantically stockpiles supplies, builds weapons, modifies vehicles, and saves his parents, racing against time! He will kill his enemies with his own hands and turn 3.4kReads8.7Score290Shelves

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    A masterpiece of pure ancient Chinese romance suspense! No system, no cheat codes, the suspense unfolds in a tightly woven plot, and the portrayal of human nature is incredibly realistic. The protagonist's intelligence remains consistently high throughout, the world-building is grand and increasingly captivating, and the writing is solid and refreshing.

22. 22 第 The Ninth Special Zone 第九特区 Wei Jie伪戒Urban6.1M WordsCompleted After the catastrophe, the land was scarred beyond recognition. Food was scarce, resources were in short supply, and the situation was chaotic... A young man who had fought his way out of an undeveloped zone, with endless yellow sand at his back, came alone to District Nine to make a living. Yet he never expected to meet a few good friends by chance, rise to prominence in the chaotic era over a single thought, and embark on a legendary journey... 210.7kReads9.6Score22.6kShelves
23. 23 末 Apocalypse Cockroach 末日蟑螂 Mighty Cockroach伟岸蟑螂Sci-Fi & Apocalypse6.3M WordsCompleted Zhang Xiaoqiang is an insignificant nobody, a lazy loser who had been content to lounge around and wait to die. Staying at home lets him avoid the first outbreak of the zombie virus. When he sees his neighbors in the same apartment complex turn into zombies, he is overcome with boundless terror. He struggles to survive alone in an Apocalypse where people prey on each other. At last, worn down by loneliness, he picks up his gear and heads out into a world shrouded in smoke and fire. He takes the 27kReads8.9Score2.3kShelves
24. 24 雪 Spring Burns Through the Ashes of Snow 雪烬春灼 The Remarkable Wang Shiyi了不起的王十一Ancient Romance189k WordsOngoing A historical tale of destruction and renewal, hatred and redemption, political intrigue and true devotion. Watch as yesterday's blazing sun is tempered in the deepest darkness, and at last becomes a bright moon shining over the land. Wang Chunxue went from being the prized jewel of the Langya Wang clan to the daughter of a condemned traitor. The imperial decree accusing her family of treason crushed everything she had: her father and brothers, her glory, and her betrothal to the Crown Prince. Af 70Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Purely ancient Chinese romance, no rebirth.

25. 25 西 A Romance in Xiliang 西凉缘 Su Jing, Who Loves Braised Yellow Catfish爱吃黄焖黄骨鱼的苏静Ancient Romance384k WordsCompleted The Kingdom of Xiliang was nearly destroyed by Sang Zhi. For the people of Xiliang, the kingdom's stability and peace, and her father, Jinge put aside her former liveliness and childishness and took on the responsibilities of a princess of Xiliang. She married Gu Yuheng, crown prince of the Kingdom of Yin. From then on, a girl of fifteen and a young man of twenty were swept into the vortex of courtly power struggles... 97Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A purely historical romance novel. The male lead is the crown prince, and the female lead is the crown princess; they marry first and fall in love later.

26. 26 公 The Princess Is a Little Willful 公主她有些任性 Tang Qijiu唐柒玖Ancient Romance799k WordsCompleted (The story is complete. The rating just came out, so it’s still low!) [A sweet historical romance with no rebirth or transmigration; not a strong heroine. A willful, adorable princess × an iron-fisted Embroidered Uniform Guard commander] The princess is about to come of age, and the emperor and empress have chosen as her husband none other than the commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, a man who looks so cold and ruthless that everyone fears him! The princess thinks it over, then thinks 1.5kReads7.0Score155Shelves

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    They're all sweet romance novels, and both the male and female leads have mouths [kissing emoji]

27. 27 不 Wasn’t This an Arranged Marriage? Why Is Lord Pei So in Love with Me? 不是联姻吗？裴大人怎么这么爱 Deep-Fried Ice Cream油炸冰激凌Ancient Romance275k WordsCompleted Jiang Shiyuan spent ten years pursuing Shen Lüchu, only to receive four words on her eighteenth birthday: “You make me sick.” So Jiang Shiyuan, the girl who made Shen Lüchu sick, turned around and agreed to her family’s arranged marriage, preparing to marry into the Pei family. The Pei family was the most powerful clan in the capital, with influence that reached the heavens, far beyond what Jiang Shiyuan could aspire to. Fortunately, the family was full of talented men, but one grandson, Pei 50.7kReads9.1Score6.6kShelves
28. 28 嫁 After Marrying the Mad Crown Prince to Bring Him Good Fortune 嫁给疯批太子冲喜后 You Shi尤时Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted The unfavored legitimate daughter of the Mu family is ordered by imperial decree to marry the crown prince, Zhou Jing, who is at death's door, to bring him good luck. Plenty of people wait to laugh at her, saying she might just end up bringing him luck by killing him in bed. When Zhou Jing opens his eyes, he finds himself with a fiancée. The young woman is clearly terrified of him, but still can't help swearing her loyalty. “Your Highness, I'll treat you very well.” “Your Highness, after you pas 33.4kReads9.4Score4.7kShelves

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    They're all sweet romance novels, and both the male and female leads have mouths 😘

29. 29 表 The Cousin Is Going on a Matchmaking Date, and the Heir Is Panicking 表姑娘要去相看，世子他慌了 Yu Yu禹予Ancient Romance492k WordsCompleted [Sweet Romance] [Both Leads Are Each Other’s First] [Happy Ending] [Both Leads Are Natives of the Era] [Gentle, Refined Heir Apparent × Cool, Elegant Cousin] Orphaned and without anyone to rely on, with wolves circling all around her, young Shi Jianli had no choice but to travel to the capital and seek refuge with her aunt. She became the second branch’s cousin, staying as a guest at the Duke of Anguo’s residence. When she came of age, her aunt found her a match. But the second branch’s concubin 34.2kReads9.3Score4.5kShelves
30. 30 卿 You and the Sun and Moon 卿与日月 Mo Huan陌缓Ancient Romance654k WordsCompleted [Originally titled My Love, the Sun and Moon. Everyday life in an ancient setting + mutual salvation + seemingly delicate but inwardly strong heroine who grows over time + hero who still holds on to kindness and honor after falling from his position as a favored son of heaven] Wen Shining, the legitimate daughter of the Wen family, was confined to her home for sixteen years because of a curse claiming she would bring death to her parents and disaster upon her family. Fu Wenzhou, the second son o 56.2kReads9.2Score6.8kShelves
31. 31 表 The Years of the Cousin and the Coldhearted Young Lord 表姑娘和清冷世子的那些年 Year After Year, Harvest After Harvest年年穗岁Ancient Romance635k WordsCompleted Timid, sincere cousin & cool, restrained young lord A devoted, sugary romance, with a completely traditional setting, an older man raising the heroine, a high-and-mighty beauty brought down from her pedestal, and the heroine's growth When Hu Qingjia first arrives at the Jinghai Marquis Manor as a young cousin, she is cautious at every turn, always on edge and never daring to overstep in the slightest. But as she spends her days with the family, she discovers that the Jinghai Marquis Manor is ac 8.9kReads8.9Score1.2kShelves
32. 32 布 A Commoner Conquers the Nine Provinces 布衣镇九州 Cai Bibi菜比比Historical2.3M WordsCompleted Zhao Ce transmigrates to the Ming Dynasty, becoming an impoverished scholar with a terrible reputation. He also discovers that he borrowed money to get married, then squandered it all, and ended up buying a pitiful little cripple on the way back to make up the numbers. The little cripple has mismatched eyes and is treated like a monster. Zhao Ce: What kind of miserable life is this? A disastrous start? But when he takes another look at the little cripple, so tiny and thin, blinking those big eye 26.2kReads9.2Score2.7kShelves
33. 33 急 Urgent! The Regent Needs a Good-Luck Wedding! 急急急！要给摄政王冲喜啦！ Yan Yuanyuan言圆圆Ancient Romance327k WordsCompleted [Animated comic adaptation now available] [Sweet romance + devoted husband + no angst + faithful couple + honest communication, no misunderstandings] Sweet and gentle princess consort vs. a regent who falls for her on his own Yan Mu was married off to the unconscious Regent in a marriage meant to bring him good luck. From then on, she gained a powerful weapon at her side. For the legitimate older sister who envied her: she flaunted her success and slapped her down at every turn! For the stepmoth 12kReads9.2Score869Shelves
34. 34 表 The Young Lady Is Being Matched for Marriage, and the Heir Drops His Act 表姑娘议亲，世子不装了 I Don't Use an Umbrella in the Rain雨天不打伞呀Ancient Romance356k WordsCompleted [Marriage before love + secretly planned for a long time + mostly domestic life + no rebirth or transmigration + the second male lead grows as a person, with no groveling redemption arc] Wen Shiyuan lost both her parents at a young age and had no choice but to go to the capital to seek refuge with 18.2kReads8.5Score2.4kShelves
35. 35 娇 After a Frail Beauty Marries to Bring Good Fortune, She Becomes the Regent's Princess Consort 娇软美人冲喜后，成了摄政王妃 Flowers and Fruit有花有果Ancient Romance539k WordsCompleted [Historical Romance + No Rebirth or Transmigration + Marriage Before Love + Sweet, Devoted Romance + Putting Scoundrels in Their Place + Having a Baby + Growing Heroine] Jiang Yuanyi is peerlessly beautiful, soft and charming, but unfortunately, she is a lowborn concubine-born daughter. Her father dislikes her, her stepmother despises her, and her legitimate older siblings bully her. Despite her betrothal, they force her to bring good fortune to the dying heir of the Duke of Jingguo by marrying 11.4kReads9.3Score1.2kShelves
36. 36 山 Spring Comes to the Mountain Woods 山木逢春 The Fly Doesn't Fly乌蝇不飞Ancient Romance263k WordsOngoing [Two formidable leads + court intrigue + kindred spirits + growing together + long live idealism] Censor Zhou Huaiyue is ordered to investigate a fire at the salt warehouse. A token belonging to the Fang family is found in the ashes. Armed with an imperial edict, he turns the Fang family’s estate upside down, determined to find the statue of an evil god rumored to be enshrined in their inner residence. He doesn’t find the statue. Instead, he brings out a young woman who seems detached in both 39Reads—Score135Shelves

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    A traditional Chinese romance novel, featuring two strong and pure characters. The male protagonist is a voracious reader, and the female protagonist is a seasoned traveler; their meeting is a match made in heaven. There are no melodramatic plot devices, no overpowered plot twists, and no time-travel or reincarnation cheat codes. They focus on building their careers steadily and living a prosperous life.

37. 37 雪 Snow Falls on Youyan 雪落幽燕 Helian Chengcheng赫连澄澄Ancient Romance176k WordsCompleted Li Mei, courtesy name Shuyuan, is the legitimate daughter of Prince Yongping’s household. At seven, she was granted the title of County Lady Jing’an. Born with a silver spoon in her mouth, she nevertheless had an unreliable mother. Her mother was a fiery-tempered daughter of a military family, fiercely jealous by nature. In a fit of rage, she killed Su Su, Prince Yongping’s favorite concubine, and was stripped of her title, expelled from the household, and sent to live in seclusion on Mount Nan, 1.1kReads—Score102Shelves

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    This is a fictional historical novel set in the Tang Dynasty, incorporating historical events such as the Tang Dynasty's royal family's use of witchcraft, the Zhang Guang murder case, and the Jingyuan Mutiny as its backdrop. It's a "warm-hearted man" story. The female lead is a county princess, and the male lead is a young general. The female lead's family suffers misfortune, and she and her mother flee to Youzhou. In Youzhou, the female lead and the male lead meet by chance, surviving together in the wilderness and falling into an ancient cave together. The male lead takes great care of the female lead. The female lead's father is exonerated and his title is restored, and the female lead returns to the royal palace. Just as the two are preparing to marry, someone interferes, ruining their marriage. The female lead is forced to become a nun, living a very difficult life. The male lead cooks for them, showcasing his warm-hearted nature.

38. 38 权 The Powerbroker Lures Me Into His Trap 权臣诱我入局 Bamboo Window, Falling Lantern Blossoms竹窗落灯花Ancient Romance157k WordsCompleted #TwoStrongLeads #HistoricalIntrigue #PushAndPull #FakePregnancy #PlayingWeakToOutsmartOthers #SheThinksHeIsTheHunterButSheIsTheOneInControl In the back courtyard of the Qingyi Tower, the masked Jiang Li pretends to be pregnant to protect herself, treading carefully at every turn. A disfigurement case, forbidden drugs, secrets of the Hundred Herbs Hall... One conspiracy after another closes in around her. Lu Yan, Vice Minister of Revenue, heads south under imperial orders. He claims he is visitin 10Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I originally intended to read a couple of chapters before bed to help me fall asleep, but it turned out to be quite interesting.

39. 39 重 After I Was Reborn, the Scumbag Became My Own Brother 重生后渣男成了我亲哥 The Sly Cat厚黑的猫猫Ancient Romance26k WordsCompleted After I Was Reborn, the Scumbag Became My Biological Brother —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Rebirth & Revenge + Pseudo-Siblings + Wife-Chasing Hell] Jiang Yao died in the cold palace, the sound of Xiao Huan's icy voice still echoing in her ears: "Jiang has defiled the palace, sentenced to death." She was the prime minister's legitimate daughter, his childhood sweetheart and fiancée. To save him, she submitted to his enemy, bearing eternal infamy, helping him reclaim his throne. But on the day he ascended the throne, the empress he appointed was not her. Reborn, she became Shen Li, the daughter of a merchant, only wanting to avenge her husband and enjoy the pleasures of life! But upon entering the palace, she was cornered by Xiao Huan, his voice tender and affectionate: "Sister, I've been searching for you for so many years." Jiang Yao: ??? The scumbag turned brother? She's not playing this role anymore! But why is Xiao Huan's gaze towards her increasingly strange? Why does her gentle and refined fiancé, Xie Zhi'an, always step forward to protect her in times of danger? It wasn't until her wedding day that she learned this rebirth was all part of a long-planned, gentle deception... 66

40. 40 对 A Handsome Top Scholar Moved in Next Door and Won’t Stop Flirting with Me 对门搬来帅探花，总来撩我怎么办 Mr. Nine Fingers九指君Ancient Romance184k WordsCompleted The handsome young scholar who had placed third in the palace examination had lately lost his appetite. There was only one reason: he'd fallen for the young widow across the street who sold tofu. Unfortunately, he was smitten and she wasn't. She not only ignored his advances, but had a watchful younger brother-in-law at her side who called her “Sister-in-law” all day and guarded her like a hawk. Lu Qinghuai had never suffered such a setback. He snapped his paper fan shut and came up with a plan. 22Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A heartwarming ancient Chinese romance about a couple with an age gap, the male and female leads are ordinary people who work hard to make a living and love each other deeply. Their most touching affection is hidden in the mundane details of their daily lives.

41. 41 女 The Female Registrar 女掌簿 Hong Cangjiu虹藏九Ancient Romance344k WordsOngoing Fake death + slow burn + a love that grows over time + sincere romance + happy ending [Old, poor, disabled God of War x Young, beautiful killer | Mutual salvation] This story is a very slow burn. Please don't complain if that's not your thing. Just move on. A bloodthirsty noblewoman who has personally killed dozens, and the General of Zhenshuo, who has been falsely accused and imprisoned, struggling to survive, meet in Yuzhang. This is a story of two people finding their way to each other, and o 141Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It can be considered a form of farming.

42. 42 碎 Shattered Porcelain, Pure Lotus 碎瓷清莲 Mountain and Distance目山度Ancient Romance303k WordsCompleted Perfect jade does not exist in this world. Every heart is a shard of broken porcelain. This is a story of a refined gentleman whose thoughts lead him astray, who breaks the rules for love, and whose past holds a secret. Qinglian, a herbalist who lives deep in the mountains, shuns the world because of her beauty. While gathering herbs, she saves the wounded Lord Zhaoyu, then hurries away. She has a childhood sweetheart and wants nothing more than a peaceful life. But she does not know that her b —Reads7.4Score—Shelves

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    For ten years, Zhao Yujun kept his vow to avenge the hatred of his country and family. His scars were hard to erase, but the secluded lotus in the deep mountains disturbed the tranquility of his life.

43. 43 夫 The Reborn Madam Has the Chief Minister Anxious Every Day, Fearing She’ll Divorce Him 夫人重生首辅日日焦虑被和离 Ling Fei Yan凌菲烟Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Song Qinglan is reborn on the very day her mother-in-law forces her to find a concubine for her husband. It seems that every misfortune in her past life began that day. Because of this, she and her husband grew further and further apart, until he neglected her, her children felt no closeness to her, and she was almost abandoned by everyone. She stood by Xie Yunge as he rose from a down-and-out scholar to the most powerful grand secretary in the court. She spent her whole life enduring and holdin 3.2kReads8.7Score268Shelves
44. 44 三 Three Kingdoms: The Female Warlord of a Chaotic Age 三国：乱世女枭雄 Handsome Er You帅气的二油Ancient Romance1.1M WordsOngoing (Also known as: The Female Overlord of a Chaotic Age) [Strong female lead + Three Kingdoms + no System + traditional empire-building + ensemble cast] Liu Yi, a female engineering PhD, transmigrates into the late Han dynasty during the Three Kingdoms era and grows up as a boy. She develops water conservancy, conducts research, and improves life for the people of her region. Just as the various factions are trying to win her over, she reveals herself as a woman and establishes her own power base, 55.6kReads9.3Score8.2kShelves
45. 45 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 2.4kReads8.0Score235Shelves

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    Ancient Chinese Romance: Domestic Strife, Pseudo-Cultivation, Strong Female Protagonist Ensemble

46. 46 我 I Died on the Battlefield, but Live in Your Arms 我死在战场，活在你怀里 East Wind, Rain on the West Wall东雨打西墙Ancient Romance335k WordsCompleted [Transmigration into an Ancient Setting + Obsessive, Powerful Male Lead + Sweet and Angsty Romance + Famous Historical General + Taking by Force, Fate, Troubled Times, Two Strong Leads] She could calculate every battle across the land, finding the best strategy for each one. There was only one outcome she had known from the very beginning: Only he would be allowed to walk away alive. But Xin Qiji refused. He would rather accept a smaller victory and lose more men than trade her life for a bet 5Reads—Score—Shelves

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    "He hasn't realized he's losing control yet." "This blow was taken for her." "In his entire life, the general has only ever broken an exception for this one person." "Don't worry, he will pay the price." "This isn't redemption, it's just dragging each other along to survive."

47. 47 恶 After the Wicked Woman Betrayed Her Foolishly Kind Husband 恶毒女背叛傻子老好人夫君后 Yogurt Lover酸奶爱好者Ancient Romance482k WordsOngoing In her previous life, Lou Jiyue was rescued from a trafficker by the simple-minded Jin Duqiu. Who knew the fool would stubbornly insist she become his wife and bear his children? Lou Jiyue not only failed to appreciate his kindness, she was also mercenary and status-conscious. Taking advantage of his love for her, she threw her weight around at home every day, making him work from dawn till dusk to earn money while she lived a pampered life, never lifting a finger. By day, the fool obeyed her in 20.1kReads8.8Score1.7kShelves

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    Unlike the typical palace romance novels, this book does not whitewash the heroine's evil deeds. It fully preserves Lou Jiyue's spoiled and selfish personality. The redemption process is realistic and not abrupt. The obsession and deep affection in the two lifetimes are traceable. The characters are logically complete and three-dimensional. Readers who are looking for ancient romance novels should definitely give it a try!

48. 48 迟 The Belated Return of the Old Sword 迟归故剑 Deep-Fried Chinese Yam油炸山药Ancient Romance26k WordsCompleted The Late Return of the Ancient Sword —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Purely ancient style!!

49. 49 丰 The Plump Maid Ran Away Pregnant, and the Proper Young Lord Was Driven Mad with Jealousy 丰腴丫鬟带球跑，端方世子急红眼 I Love Watermelon最爱吃西瓜呀Ancient Romance238k WordsCompleted [Pure Historical Romance + Both Leads Are Chaste + He Pursues Her After the Breakup + Runaway Pregnancy + Instinctive Attraction] Yun Shang was Qi Yanxiu’s bedchamber maid. He was the heir to the Marquis of Dingyuan. Plump and alluring, she knew her place and kept to the small world of the west wing, never daring to hope for anything beyond her station. He was the capital’s most dazzling young man, aloof and refined, with the spring imperial exams ahead and a bright future awaiting him. Everyone 216Reads—Score100Shelves

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    Both characters are virgins, the story revolves around romance, and it's a sweet and heartwarming romance.

50. 50 难 After Dying in Childbirth, I Became the Scumbag's Stepmother 难产死后我成了渣男继母 Rong Ci容辞Ancient Romance907k WordsCompleted After dying in childbirth, Cui Jingzhi was reborn in the body of Miss Guo. Overjoyed, she prepared to rekindle her love with her husband, only to discover his affair with her cousin. Her death had been part of a plot, and even her newborn daughter had been switched and abandoned! As the scoundrel and his mistress prepared to celebrate their grand wedding atop her bones, Cui Jingzhi smiled. She turned around and married into the Duke's household, becoming her ex-husband's stepmother and her cousi 16.4kReads8.3Score2.1kShelves

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    [The Ultimate Rebirth and Revenge Novel🔥] 7.4-Rated ancient romance, "After Diing in Childbirth, I Became the Scumbag's Stepmother," will take you on an ultimate revenge journey! 💔Title-heavy: When Cui Jingzhi, who died in childbirth, is reborn in the body of her enemy, she discovers her daughter has been abandoned and her husband is having an affair with her cousin—she smiles as she marries into the Duke's mansion, only to become her ex-husband's stepmother! 🔥Explosive Satisfaction: ▫️A dignified "evil mother-in-law" during morning and evening greetings, she kills and destroys the hearts of scumbags and bitches▫️Dual revenge across past and present lives, turning her cheating ex-husband into a "filial and good son"▫️Dual cultivation of domestic intrigue and palace intrigue, the truth behind the switched-up daughter is revealed layer by layer✨Author Rong Ci uses delicate strokes to depict the heroine's transformation from a desperate housewife to a master of domestic intrigue. A serialized masterpiece with 7151 followers, each chapter is a meticulously designed revenge game! Click "Claim Now" to see how the female protagonist turns her enemy into her daughter-in-law and transforms her tragic life into a thrilling, high-stakes adventure! #DomesticPowerStruggles #FemaleAwakening #IdentityReversal #AncientRomance #MustReadForRevengeOnScum↓ See 40 book reviews in the comments section for more details.

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