Looking for Novels Where the Male Lead Is an Emperor Who Develops His Country 求男主是皇帝，发展国家的小说。

1. 51 白 The Foolish Emperor Gets Even Crazier 白痴皇帝更疯狂 Old Black and White黑白老Historical1.0M WordsCompleted [Also known as The Idiot Emperor Gets Even Crazier] [No System] Zhao Guanjia looked helplessly at his own body and shook his head. The previous owner had already run it into the ground! "I have to abstain for three months!!!" Zhao Guanjia resolved to change his fate and set the broken realm of the late Southern Song in order. But at this very moment, Kublai Khan is advancing south with his forces divided into three routes, intent on destroying the Southern Song! 304Reads7.4Score—14d adds
2. 52 唐 The Great Emperor of the Tang Dynasty 唐朝大皇帝 White Pig Knight白猪骑士Historical1.5M WordsCompleted I’m an emperor who doesn’t want to be emperor. 8Reads—Score—14d adds
3. 53 好 At Least I’m an Emperor 好歹也是个皇帝 Autumn Waters at Night秋水夜Historical1.6M WordsCompleted Transmigrating and becoming an emperor shouldn't be a big deal, but Guo Dongyan thinks there's something odd about being an emperor in his case. His empire is only as large as a village, he has just a few hundred subjects, and even his dog is the Imperial Guard's Grand General... Wasn't becoming an emperor through transmigration supposed to mean fighting for power at court and vying for control of the Nine Provinces? How did it turn into playing house in some remote mountain valley for me? And t 2.8kReads8.1Score12614d adds
4. 54 我 My Father Is the Emperor Who Begs at the Gate 我老爹是叫门皇帝 Bald Li San光头李三Historical2.2M WordsCompleted In the fourteenth year of the Zhengtong reign, my father, Zhu Qizhen, personally led an expedition beyond the borders, hoping to spread the might of the Great Ming far and wide. He never expected it to be like sending meat buns to a dog: he went out and never came back, becoming the Emperor Who Knocked at the Gates. Once he was no longer useful, they sent him back to the capital and confined him in the Southern Palace. Now Father is knocking at the gates again. Zhu Jianshen, who had been countin 53.4kReads8.8Score3.8k14d adds
5. 55 开 A County from the Start, and I Crowned Myself Emperor on the Spot 开局一个县，我原地称帝 Zoo Superstar动物园巨星Historical1.3M WordsCompleted [Historical What-If + Comedy Early On, Building an Enterprise in the Middle, Serious Conquest in the End + Alternate History + Golden Finger] Unlucky Zhao Ming transmigrated and was reborn. The moment he arrived, he was already the crown prince, and his father was the emperor. Zhao Ming: “Father, is this the realm you conquered?” Zhao Kuo: “That's right, my son. What do you think of your father's realm?” Zhao Ming looked at the court officials, all of whom were illiterate, and the dragon robe em 1.2kReads6.9Score10114d adds
6. 56 极 The Ultimate Great Emperor 极品大皇帝 One-Ninety-Four Handsome Guy一米九四帅子Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Long Lingyu transmigrates and becomes an emperor, wielding power over all under heaven by day and reclining in the arms of beauties by night. With the Son of Heaven’s sword in hand, he builds a great empire and becomes an outstanding emperor! 477Reads5.3Score—14d adds
7. 57 回 Back to Ancient Times to Become Emperor 回到古代当皇帝 Bathe and Burn Books沐浴焚书Historical2.6M WordsCompleted Zhao Xuan transmigrates into the past and becomes an emperor. After living through a 996 work schedule in his previous life, he never imagined transmigration would be what turned his fortunes around. With beauties by his side and power in his hands, Zhao Xuan is ready to enjoy life to the fullest! 223Reads6.6Score—14d adds
8. 58 穿 Transmigrate to the Five Dynasties and Become Emperor 穿越五代做皇帝 Swordsman Scholar儒生佩剑Historical1.4M WordsCompleted Themes: romance, warfare, and alternate history, with romance at the heart of the story. A modern soldier transmigrates to the Later Tang period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, bringing all his gear with him. He earns the emperor's favor and performs one extraordinary feat after another. Then the emperor dies in a coup, and the protagonist carves out a territory of his own before founding a state and claiming the throne... 658Reads7.9Score—14d adds
9. 59 最 The Laziest Emperor 最懒皇帝 A Person in the Deep Mountains人在深山Historical773k WordsCompleted "History remembers him as the laziest emperor ever... On his first plane ride, he was caught in a crash and somehow transmigrated into the body of the young crown prince of the Ming Dynasty. His startling words won the emperor's favor. Though young when he ascended the throne, he was shrewd and meticulous, using ruthless methods to cow those with treacherous ambitions. His sound policies made the nation rich and its people strong, while his invincible army pacified the realm and spread the empir 895Reads8.8Score—14d adds
10. 60 一 Unification: I Am the Emperor for the Ages 一统：朕为千古一帝 Huai Yan怀宴Historical817k WordsCompleted [Transmigration] [History] [Emperor] A college student named Xia Xuan is caught in an accident and transmigrates into the body of a crown prince in another world. He had hoped to live a carefree life, but soon discovers his position as crown prince is far from secure. Watch as he gradually consolidates his power, ascends the imperial throne, conquers the six directions and sweeps across the eight corners of the world, becoming an emperor for the ages. Xia Xuan: “I have received the Mandate of He 376Reads7.4Score—14d adds
11. 61 回 Returning to the Late Tang to Become Emperor 回到唐末当皇帝 Northern Sea Crab北冥蟹Historical1.7M WordsCompleted The glorious age of the Great Tang shone like fireworks, only to end in sorrow and desolation. The emperor was humiliated, his ministers died, and towering halls were reduced to ashes... I came here alone, only to find the common people lying in heaps of bones among the weeds. Amid all this desolation, watch as I pacify warlords, take on the powerful, and give every poor scholar shelter beneath one roof, so all may rejoice! 272Reads5.4Score—14d adds
12. 62 穿 The Transmigrated Emperor Builds the Greatest Empire in History 穿越皇帝，打造千古第一帝国 Ancient-Style Cold Moon古风寒月Historical1.1M WordsCompleted Ye Kuang transmigrates into the body of an emperor, but at court, the empress dowager interferes in government while powerful ministers hold the reins of power. Beyond the borders, foreign tribes wait like tigers ready to pounce. The Han dynasty is on the brink of collapse, and the emperor has been treated as an idiot since childhood. Ye Kuang is furious. He brings the empress dowager to heel, wipes out the powerful ministers, restores the Han people’s realm, and builds an empire for the ages. B 7Reads—Score—14d adds
13. 63 穿 Transmigrated Emperor: I Pretend to Be a Fool, but the Ministers Take Me for a Tyrant 穿越皇帝：我在扮演傻子，群臣把我当暴君 Forest Wood森林木Historical474k WordsCompleted Li Weiyang transmigrates to the Warring States era and becomes the foolish Emperor of Da Qian, a laughingstock among the nations. The land is torn by rival powers, and seven kingdoms vie for supremacy. Da Qian is a prize everyone wants to devour. What? Treacherous ministers plague the court, while rival nations circle from beyond the borders! What? Everyone wants to be emperor, and the foolish emperor is just a puppet! Who says I'm a fool? Is it just because I had my ministers torn apart by char 87Reads—Score—14d adds
14. 64 以 Fight Violence with Violence: From Tyrant to Emperor for the Ages 以暴制暴，从暴君杀成千古一帝 Red Moon Fish赤月鱼Historical364k WordsOngoing [Alternate History + No System + Emperor's Rise + Decisive and Ruthless + Multiple Heroines + Plenty of Heartbreak] Transmigrated to Great Qian, with a court full of treacherous officials, the Rong tribes invading from the south, and the empire on the brink of collapse. Facing this disastrous start, Qin Xuan says, “Don't panic. Just watch as I, Your Majesty, fight my way to peace across the land and everlasting prosperity!” 269Reads9.0Score—14d adds
15. 65 穿 Transmigrated as Emperor: From the Start, I Gain Emperor Wu of Han's Mandate 穿越成皇帝：开局获得汉武帝天命 Ninety-Seven九十七Historical111k WordsOngoing I transmigrated to another world and inherited a country. I should have been headed for a life of wine, women, and success. But things aren’t that simple. The previous king was a bandit who led his men in conquering a tiny kingdom with only one city, then founded the State of Luo. The entire State of Luo consists of one city, with a population of just over a hundred thousand. Within its borders, bandits oppress the people. Beyond them, hostile nations eye the kingdom covetously. The whole countr 18Reads—Score—14d adds
16. 66 盛 The Flourishing Ming Dynasty 盛世大明 I Have Heard of High Antiquity朕闻上古Historical1.6M WordsCompleted [Historical fiction contest] In the main hall of the Palace of Heavenly Purity, Zhu Hou, whose soul had transmigrated into the Jiajing Emperor, sat regally on the Dragon Throne in his imperial robes, smashing walnuts with the imperial seal. Huang Jin put on a fawning smile and said, "Your Majesty, Chief Grand Secretary Yang is here!" "You idiot! Why didn't you say so earlier?" "..." On the northern frontier of the Great Ming, Anda Khan's forces had grown dramatically in power. As he attacked Xua 481Reads8.1Score—14d adds
17. 67 重 Reborn to Become Emperor 重生开始做皇帝 Old Man with a Bamboo Cane竹杖翁Historical2.5M WordsCompleted The strongest soldier king, feared by countless dark forces, stumbles into a mysterious cave and transmigrates to an unfamiliar ancient world, where he becomes the last puppet emperor. With rebels from across the land rising against him, he has no choice but to rebuild an elite army. Using advanced strategies like surrounding cities from the countryside and Genghis Khan's military tactics, he sweeps across the land! 902Reads8.5Score10214d adds
18. 68 我 I’m a Ming Imperial Clansman, Not a Bandit 我，大明宗室，不想当流贼 Pink Cape粉嫩的海角Historical1.2M WordsOngoing In the thirteenth year of Chongzhen, the splendor of “the Great Ming, whose dominion encompassed the seas and lands, surpassing the Three Dynasties and eclipsing Han and Tang, whose subjects filled all beneath the heavens...” had quietly faded away. The realm was in turmoil and the great edifice on the verge of collapse. Barbarians ran rampant, rebels wreaked havoc, natural and man-made disasters abounded, and the starving dead lay everywhere. Amidst the smoke of war that now blanketed the land, 38.2kReads8.7Score3k14d adds
19. 69 我EN I'm Not a God of Theater 我不是戏神 Three Nine Sound Domain三九音域Urban4.0M WordsCompleted The brand-new masterpiece by San Jiu Yin Yu, author of Slay the Gods | Winner of the Best Science-Fiction Web Novel Award at the Macau International Science Fiction Awards | A Chinese grotesque epic that turns the tide of an era After a scarlet meteor streaked across the sky, human civilization ground to a halt. From that day onward, humanity could no longer build a rocket, a nuclear bomb, an airplane, a car... The pyramid of civilization built upon modern science collapsed with a thunderous roa 1.7MReads9.9Score178.8k14d adds

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    √ Book Introduction [Anime + Conan + 2D + No Female Lead + Pranks] Natsume Takamiya took a puff of his Filipino cigar and said leisurely, "Conan-kun, I've been a good person my whole life. This time, I've chosen to be a bad guy. Actually, I'm a member of the organization." Conan: "Takamiya, what are you doing? If you're a member of the organization, then I'm Gin's partner!" System: "This idiot doesn't believe the truth, but he completely believes lies. Did his brain shrink when his body shrank?" Takamiya: "You're not much better. Hurry up and give me some self-defense skills!"

20. 70 蓝 Love of the Blue Owl 蓝鸮之恋 Smiling with a Humble Heart下心含笑Historical624k WordsCompleted Autobiographical transmigration story: Transmigrating to the Western Han Dynasty, a sequel to May and Anran Length: Over 300,000 characters Main characters: Liu He (Deposed Emperor of Han, Marquis of Haihun, King of Xin Xia), Najun (Queen of Xin Xia, founder of Mingtang) Supporting characters: Liu Feilong (General Fubo), Yan Han (Blue Owl Guard) Chapter structure: Volume One: The Golden Man of the Sacrificial Altar; Volume Two: The City Without Tears; Volume Three: Opening the Heavenly Gate; Vol 1.4kReads9.6Score10914d adds

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    Reading this article reveals a respectable and unique emperor!

21. 71 这 This Emperor Is Impossible to Read, but I Just Want to Slack Off 这皇帝深不可测，可朕只想摆烂啊 Love Steamed Sea Bass爱清蒸鲈鱼Historical343k WordsOngoing [Lighthearted] + [Funny] + [Ministers' wild imaginations] + [Infrastructure] + [Rivalry between great powers] + [Harem] + [No System] I transmigrated into the body of the Great Xia emperor, and before I even had a chance to enjoy myself, I was told the treasury was empty, powerful enemies were at the border, and all my ministers were crafty schemers? Zhao Mingche immediately chose the ultimate solution: give up and do nothing! If I lie flat enough, trouble won't be able to catch me! But then he 6Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The protagonist, the emperor, was influenced by his minister, Dihua, who then implemented a series of policies to promote the country's development, easily winning over the emperor.

22. 72 综 Rewriting the World with the Emperor's System 综影视朕手握帝王系统重写世界 The Guanghanzi of Anyun Province安云省的广寒子Ancient Romance100k WordsOngoing System + reborn + dual protagonists (the male lead is Liu Che; the heroine is Ning Yun, who transmigrates, and Lin Wan’er, who is reborn) + political intrigue + feel-good power fantasy + infrastructure building + chaotic pairings + both protagonists are beloved by all + crossover of film and television worlds + Joy of Life + no CP The greatest emperor of all time is reborn in the Kingdom of Qing as a wrinkly baby. His biological father holds him upside down to inspect him, while his aunt pinches —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Liu Che transmigrates into Joy of Life

23. 73 召 I Summon Legendary Heroic Spirits and Rebuild the Divine Dynasty of Huaxia 召唤传奇英灵，我重建华夏神朝 Alchemy Pill炼药丹Historical186k WordsCompleted [Historical Power Struggles] [Summoning System] [Nation-Building and Farming] [No Romance] A disastrous start: office worker Li Huai is transmigrated into the body of the deposed last prince, whose fief consists of only three hundred refugees and three mu of barren land. The ground is strewn with the dead, and refugees are everywhere. Li Huai: No!!!! System activated: Summon the heroic spirits of Great Xia's history, but each summon requires a sacrifice of "Civilization Points." First summon 13Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The male protagonist starts as an exiled, deposed crown prince and gradually rises through the ranks to eventually seize power. The story is still in its early stages and seems quite engaging. He treats the people well and emphasizes moral development. It's worth following.

24. 74 工 Industrial Tang: From Xuanwu Gate to Ruler of the Universe 工业大唐：从玄武门到寰宇之主 User25098104用户25098104Historical82k WordsCompleted I transmigrated as Li Shimin, with the entire modern industrial system in my head. A Turkic envoy boasts in the palace: “In three months, our khagan will water his horses in the Wei River!” I smile. “Perfect. You can be the test subjects for my new weapons.” As a steam locomotive hauling a hundred cannons rolls across the grasslands. As a telegram carries an imperial decree in an instant to the Persian battlefield ten thousand miles away. As ironclad warships crush the last of the Roman navy's p —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Perfectly fitting. Transmigrating into the body of Li Shimin. After arriving at Xuanwu Gate. Then. Developing industry. Unifying the world.

25. 75 大 Great Ming: From the Start, I’m a Prince of the Longqing Era, Turning the Nation’s Fate Around 大明：开局隆庆皇子，扭转国运 Nonexistent Zunzun不存在的尊尊Historical275k WordsCompleted A heroic spirit from the flames of the War of Resistance awakens to discover that he has been reborn in the womb as Zhu Yizheng, the eldest son born to a concubine of the Ming Longqing Emperor. Before him lies an empire that seems vast but is already riddled with danger: northern raiders and Japanese pirates, a rotten treasury, land grabbing, and the first signs of factional strife... Meanwhile, far away in the West, the Age of Discovery is already dawning. Knowing all too well the century of 3Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Zhao Zheng, a hero of the War of Resistance against Japan, is reborn in the Longqing era of the Ming Dynasty, becoming Zhu Yizheng, the eldest son of a concubine. Faced with an empire beset by internal and external troubles and an impending global upheaval, he is determined to completely reverse the fate of China. From a young age, he warns against the Japanese pirates, befriends Zhang Juzheng, and promotes reforms. Technological advancements, military innovation, the Age of Exploration… he aims to create a different Ming Dynasty, ensuring that all lands illuminated by the sun and moon are Han territory, and that no humiliation will ever befall future generations! This is a hardcore historical time-travel novel about revenge, redemption, and creation.

26. 76 穿 I Transmigrated into a Monarch and Learned from Kangxi How to Seize Power 穿越国君，我学康熙除权后 Nine-Origin Lotus Emperor九元莲帝Historical112k WordsOngoing I kill my wife, my son, my younger brother, my older sister, my mother. I execute ministers and slaughter the people. I conquer a hundred kingdoms, subdue a thousand demons, and lay the foundation for an empire that will endure for ten thousand generations. I rule the world, the master of all under heaven. What should I do after transmigrating into the body of a puppet? Of course, kill them. What should I do when an enemy kingdom invades? Of course, kill them too. What should I do when treachero —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    He transmigrated into the body of a king, seized power, and then developed the country to strengthen its power.

27. 77 大 Great Ming: I’m a Rebel Through and Through, Yet You Praise Me as a Sage Grandson 大明：我一身反骨，你夸我好圣孙 Stubborn Roast Leg of Lamb倔强的烤羊腿Historical1.2M WordsCompleted He transmigrated to the Ming Dynasty and became the illegitimate son of Prince of Yan Zhu Di! Zhu Gaoyu built an underground fortress, developed gunpowder, and gathered talented people, preparing for the day he would rise up! A true man does not plan for a moment, but for a lifetime. Especially when his father is such a disappointment! Just then, Crown Prince Zhu Biao died, and the various regional princes answered the call to come to the capital and mourn him. Prince of Yan Zhu Di couldn’t resi 1.8kReads8.4Score12714d adds

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    This book is absolutely fantastic! The pacing is incredible, and every chapter makes you want to keep reading. Every time the protagonist breaks through his limits and defeats his opponents, it's truly exhilarating. The more you read, the more engrossed you become; you simply can't put it down! If you also enjoy this kind of thrilling story, I highly recommend giving it a try. You'll definitely love it as much as I did!

28. 78 魂 Reborn as Yue Fei: Invincibility Begins with Summoning the King of the Lancers 魂穿岳飞：无敌从召唤呆毛王开始 Kezhou's Strange God Lloyd克州怪神罗伊德Anime Fanfiction122k WordsOngoing Yue Fei has been framed by Qin Hui, and the Great Song is on the brink of collapse! I possess Yue Fei and, from the start, get an SSS-rank Summoning System! Artoria, Morgan, and Raiden Mei, heed my command. Together, we'll build an invincible iron-blooded army! The heavens bear witness! The emperor is unjust, and treacherous ministers hold power! Now is the time for me, Yue, to defy fate and change my destiny! I can summon anything. What chance do you have against me? We'll sweep across the Jin, —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    My soul transmigrates into the body of Yue Fei, becoming an emperor in ancient times and building a harem.

29. 79 我 The Great Song Emperor and I Rule the World 我与大宋皇帝统治世界 Uncharacteristically A Qi一反常态的阿奇Historical87k WordsCompleted My new work is out! Please visit Tomato Novel to read it. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A great story: a time traveler who travels to the Song Dynasty, leads the emperor to develop the country, and eventually conquers the world and even the universe. It's a fantastic story with a tightly woven plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

30. 80 救 After Saving Zhu Houzhao, I Gave Great Ming Another Eight Hundred Years 救朱厚照后，我为大明续命八百年 User88424615用户88424615Historical283k WordsCompleted Other people transmigrate to fight for the throne. I transmigrated specifically to save my “unorthodox” imperial brother. Zhu Houzhao falls into the water and is critically ill? I save him with modern medicine. The Eight Tigers run amok and officials fight among themselves? I use an iron fist to clean house for him. He longs for military glory and yearns for the battlefield? I make a three-year pact with him: “Elder Brother, to conquer the world, we must first govern it well. Once I forge the sh 110Reads—Score—14d adds

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    This book is incredibly exciting from the start! Want to experience a truly exhilarating read? Then check it out – I highly recommend it! Please don't be rude if you don't like it, haha.

31. 81 开 From the Start, I Stood in for the Emperor at His Wedding, Then Made the Act Real 开局替皇帝大婚，我假戏真做 Just a Little Shrimp只是大虾米Historical3.6M WordsOngoing [Beautiful heroine + decisive killer + playing dumb to fool the enemy + cunning] I had barely transmigrated when I was dragged into the imperial palace. It turned out that the emperor, who had indulged in music and pleasure since he was young, had suddenly become impotent! The emperor had no heirs, so on his wedding night, he actually made an unknown nobody like me stand in as his substitute? Whether I stick my head out or keep it tucked in, I’m getting chopped either way! After transmigrating a 3.2kReads8.9Score32514d adds

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    This is a really good read; the protagonist defeats everyone who dares to challenge him. There are many beautiful women, and he's ruthless and decisive. The Great Wu Dynasty's emperor has no heir, so he makes the protagonist a substitute for him at his wedding. A wedding right at the start—who can resist that? 😋 And then, their fake marriage becomes real.

32. 82 皇 The Emperor’s Game: I Can Simulate Everything on SSS Difficulty 皇帝游戏：sss难度我推演一切 Cute Ice Ice萌妹冰冰Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Li Ye was originally a transmigrator from Earth, accidentally drawn into a nationwide Emperor Simulator game. Suffering from a terminal illness, he chose the most terrifying death difficulty. Within the palace, Empress Dowager Cixi ruled the Eastern Palace, while Empress Dowager Lü Zhi held power in the Western Palace! Sima Yi, Cao Cao, He Shen, Qin Hui, and Qian Qianyi were the five regents! Prince Zhu Di, border-guarding general Wu Sangui, Governor of Xiliang Dong Zhuo, Grand Marshal Zhao Kuan 14.5kReads8.7Score1.6k14d adds
33. 83 最 The Strongest, Most Ferocious Emperor 最强狂暴皇帝 Nine Madmen九狂Historical4.0M WordsCompleted I, Liu Ce, Emperor of the Han, will lead the Han to become the mightiest empire in all the realms. Wherever our gaze falls, there we shall conquer. Wherever the sun and moon shine, wherever rivers flow, all shall be Han territory. Beauties, wealth, and land are all spoils of war for the Han Empire. With the Super Divine Emperor System, Liu Ce reigns supreme over the Huawu Continent! 2.6kReads8.1Score20114d adds
34. 84 祖 Emperor of the Zuxia Dynasty: Are You Kidding Me? My Court Is Full of Traitors and Rebels 祖夏皇帝：逗我呢，满朝乱臣贼子 Dawn Kaichuang曙光凯皇Historical709k WordsCompleted [Emperor + treacherous ministers + famous generals + peerless beauties: the most exhilarating, most domineering emperor of all time] Xia Yan transmigrates to the world of Shenzhou and becomes the emperor of Zu Xia. Zu Xia, Huang Shang, Tian Zhou, Xian Qin, Shen Han, Sheng Tang, Dao Song, Mo Yuan, Wu Ming, Yao Qing. Ten dynasties stand side by side on the continent of Shenzhou, with Zu Xia reigning supreme among them. However, after learning who fills the ranks of his court, Xia Yan is immedi 2.5kReads8.6Score22214d adds
35. 85 重 Reborn as the Emperor 重生之老子是皇帝 Er Dan贰蛋Historical5.7M WordsCompleted To sleep with beauties in his arms and wield power over all under heaven when he wakes: now that’s the life a man should lead! Zhao Dongting transmigrates into an emperor and tirelessly pursues this modest goal. 2.8kReads8.8Score31914d adds
36. 86 满 A Court Full of Corrupt Officials, and I'm Forced to Become a Tyrant 满朝奸臣，我被迫当暴君 Lord Zhou周王爷Historical3.5M WordsCompleted After transmigrating, Xiao Mingyu becomes the last emperor of the Great Zhou. Powerful ministers rule the court, the treasury is empty, foreign tribes invade, and the people live in misery. The nation teeters on the brink of destruction... Sometimes you have to tear things down before you can rebuild! Xiao Mingyu raises his Dragon Saber, killing corrupt officials, restoring order to the court, and driving out foreign enemies! From then on, he conquers the lands within the seas, wins the homage o 764Reads—Score10014d adds
37. 87 曾 What Zeng Guofan Didn't Dare to Do, I'll Do! The Road to Empire 曾国藩不敢做的事我来！帝国之路 Everyone's Asleep睡啦都Historical187k WordsCompleted An alternate-history reorganization: ascend the throne, claim the imperial title, reverse the nation’s fortunes, expand the realm, and dominate the world! No System, no clichés, no power fantasy, and no cheat abilities. Read on only if you’re okay with that. Half of Jiangnan is within easy reach. Why did Zeng Guofan give it up? As the saying goes, a reputation for virtue can be deadly, bringing China to ruin and leaving the people at the mercy of others! Those who uphold the greater good should 53Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A time-travel fantasy: The protagonist and his wife embark on a journey to become emperor and dominate the world! Their path is filled with ups and downs.

38. 88 始 The First Emperor Returns: I, Chongzhen, Refuse to Be the Last Emperor 始皇归：朕，崇祯，不做亡国君 Mr. Xiao Bei小北先生Historical95k WordsCompleted I, Ying Zheng, have transmigrated into Chongzhen’s body, only to find myself hanging from a crooked-neck tree! Li Zicheng is about to take the capital, the Eight Banners are closing in from the north, and the whole court of treacherous officials are quicker to kneel than dogs. I snap the noose with a flick of my hand and summon Wang Jian, Li Si, Bai Qi, Yue Fei… An army of legendary generals appears, and the Ming dynasty is suddenly overpowered! Traitors? Execute them! Rebels? Slaughter them! Th 26Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A mindless, feel-good novel [smirk]

39. 89 皇 Guide to the Imperial Ming System 皇明系统指南 Lu Youwen路由闻Historical155k WordsOngoing My new work is here! You're welcome to read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support is what motivates me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! —Reads—Score—14d adds
40. 90 他 He Built an Empire With His Own Hands 他亲手建造了一个帝国 Pan-Fried and Braised Pork煎炒红烧肉Eastern Fantasy302k WordsCompleted People with different fates are like rays that converge, only to diverge in the end. They once built an empire together with their own hands, but as they built it, their differences became impossible to reconcile. The emperor, the preacher, and the hunter. Who was right or wrong, good or evil? Who will judge? 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Three ordinary people, step by step, eventually reorganized the chaotic continent into a new nation, ushering in a new era.

41. 91 穿 I Transmigrated Into The Prince of Lanling: Executed? I'll Take the Throne! 穿越兰陵王：赐死？皇位我抢了！ Five Thousand Years, They Say话说五千年Historical350k WordsCompleted A cup of poisoned wine: that was Prince of Lanling's fate in the history books. The day I transmigrated, I saw that cup waiting for me. I don't believe in fate. On the night of the Qianming coup, when the two princes laid siege to the palace, I changed the course of history. At the Battle of Mangshan, I removed my mask, and the whole world learned the name of the God of War, Prince of Lanling. Later, Emperor Gao Yin abdicated, and I ascended the throne, renaming the dynasty Great Ming. Northern 157Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Lanling Wang gradually rose to the position of emperor.

42. 92 殖 Colonizing the Ming Dynasty 殖民大明 Shang Bigmouth尚大嘴Historical1.7M WordsOngoing Wang Ding obtains a magical piece of jade that can open a spatial rift, creating a gateway to the Ming dynasty. There, Wang Ding finds wealth and glory in a new world. This is the story of how he saves people and kills them. 6.3kReads8.8Score42314d adds

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    Go to the Ming Dynasty and seek wealth and glory!

43. 93 从 From Hostage to Emperor for the Ages 从质子到千古一帝 The Silent Writer沉默的作家Historical317k WordsOngoing Wei Huan, the ninth prince of Great Wei, was overlooked by his father. He volunteered to become a hostage in the state of Jin. After surviving countless life-and-death trials and experiencing one romance after another, he ultimately returned to Wei with the support of his many confidantes, brilliant strategists, and valiant generals. He ascended the throne, unified the realm, and became an emperor for the ages. This is not only a deeply moving, earth-shaking tale of love and passion, but also an —Reads—Score—14d adds

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44. 94 神 Dragon God Continent: I Know This World Inside Out 神龙大陆，这个世界我熟 The Silent Writer沉默的作家Anime Fanfiction575k WordsCompleted [Passionate Legend + Game Enters Reality + Races Vie for Supremacy] In the year 3000 of the Blue Star calendar, a huge black rift appears in the sky above Blue Star. Hoping to discover why the black hole has appeared, countries across Blue Star send representatives inside. But they vanish without a trace, like stones sinking into the sea. Not until a year later, when Lin Changqing returns to Blue Star from the black hole with two babies, do people learn that a strange world lies within. But no o 8.3kReads8.3Score68814d adds
45. 95 烽 The Smoke of War Rises: The Dragon Roars Across the World 烽烟起之龙啸天下 Carrots and Greens love萝卜青菜loveHistorical600k WordsCompleted Heaven is not benevolent; all things are but straw dogs. War fires rage across the land, and heroes rise in droves. The king is weak, while treacherous ministers hold power. Flames fill the skies, and the capital falls. Warlords scheme against one another. The emperor rises up, his roar shaking the realm. A seal of office in his left hand, a beauty leaning against him. A sword in his right, as he sweeps across the six directions. An eastern emperor, a western sovereign, and a central royal cou 146Reads—Score—14d adds
46. 96 三 Three Kingdoms: The Han Dynasty Rises Again in Liangzhou 三国之大汉再起西凉 Mulin Shanbao霂霖山宝Historical1.1M WordsCompleted [Power Struggles, Strategy, Development, Alternate History] From a down-and-out scholar to the King of Xiliang! The end of the Han dynasty, the Three Kingdoms era. Liu Mu, a poor young man from a declining branch of the Han imperial clan, earns his living writing letters for people on the street. He buys an official post, digs up ancient tombs to raise funds for his army, and builds a covert guard force. He recruits renowned strategists Li Ru, Jia Xu, Zhuge Liang, Xu Shu, and Chen Gong to manage 804Reads—Score—14d adds

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    At the end of the Han Dynasty, Liu Mu, a poor young man from a fallen Han imperial family who made a living writing letters on the street, bought official positions, seized military power, trained troops, excavated ancient tombs to raise funds for the army, formed a secret guard, recruited famous scholars such as Li Ru, Jia Xu, Zhuge Liang, Xu Shu, and Chen Gong to stabilize the internal affairs and plan military strategies, and recruited Ma Chao, Zhao Yun, Lü Bu, Xu Huang, Zhang Liao, Gao Shun, and Zhang Xiu to train young soldiers into talents. He then launched campaigns against the Southern and Northern Xiongnu. The King of Xiliang led the Xiliang cavalry to sweep across the world in the former territory of the Qin Dynasty!

47. 97 帝 An Emperor Reborn in the Empress Dowager: Sweeping the Seven Kingdoms and Restoring Imperial Might 帝王魂穿太后，横扫七国振天威 Master Yideng一灯大法师Historical216k WordsCompleted [Political intrigue + ensemble cast + lifespan trades + no foreknowledge + no cheat] A light touch, high-IQ clashes. If you love The Qin Empire or Three Kingdoms, this is an absolute must-read. In my previous life, I was the ruler of a fallen kingdom. In this life, I am the disgraced crown prince of an enemy state. Faced with the iron hooves of the Seven Kingdoms' allied forces and the scheming of the entire court, I can only gamble with my life: “Li Mu returns, at the cost of three years of m 6Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Here it comes: What if Emperor Chongzhen were given a second chance? His soul transmigrates into the body of a deposed crown prince, a hellish start, the lessons of national ruin. Imperial intrigue, national prosperity… My ideal Chongzhen is an imperfect emperor who corrected his flaws.

48. 98 种 Farming: From Sect Tenant Farmer to Supreme Across the Myriad Worlds 种田：从宗门佃户到万界独尊 Foolish Zhi傻志Eastern Fantasy3.0M WordsOngoing [Farming] + [Ensemble cast] + [Lord] + [Conquest] + [System] + [Satisfying wish fulfillment] Zhang Guiyuan transmigrates to a parallel world at the end of the Eastern Han dynasty, where he becomes a tenant farmer growing spiritual plants for a sect. He awakens the strongest Lord System and obtains an unparalleled book: Postpartum Care for Sows He settles into a fine life of farming, raising pigs, and teasing his wicked sword cultivator little sister. But then a calamity that comes once every tho 3.2kReads5.7Score18714d adds

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    [Farming] + [Group Portraits] + [Lords] + [Conquest] + [System] Set in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, this fictional Xianxia world allows players to build their power starting from Lake Baikal, constructing factories, cannons, and railways, expanding China's territory, and ultimately unifying the world.

49. 99 重 Reborn as Emperor Zhezong of Song: From Puppet to Power Player 重生宋哲宗：从傀儡开始逆袭 Sesame Oil With Oyster Sauce香油加耗油Historical346k WordsOngoing In the eighth year of Yuanyou, Empress Dowager Gao died. Zhao Xu, Emperor Zhezong of Song, finally took power after eight years under her thumb. At court, the Old Party was entrenched. On the borders, Western Xia watched like a tiger ready to pounce. Everyone was waiting to see the young emperor make a fool of himself. But no one knew that his soul came from a distant future. He renamed the era Shaosheng, recalled Zhang Dun, purged the Old Party of Yuanyou, and restored the New Policies. At the 799Reads8.4Score—14d adds

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    It perfectly fits the description of what is.

50. 100 北 The Blood of the Northern Dynasties Has Yet to Grow Cold 北朝血未冷 One Leaf Startles the Stars一叶惊辰Historical237k WordsOngoing When Chen Chong woke up, he was clutching a knife. It was covered in blood. Bodies lay scattered around him, every one of them killed by his own hand. In the Heyin Incident, more than two thousand people died. He had been the sharpest blade in Er Zhu Rong's hand. From executioner of the Northern Dynasties to a figure who would shake the world: this path had to be paid for in blood. 23Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Historical setting, alternate universe, time travel, Northern and Southern Dynasties, high intelligence, war, and more.

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