Historical Romance Only, Childhood Friends! 纯古言 青梅竹马！

1. 101 娘 The Consort’s Laid-Back Daily Life 娘娘的佛系日常 Springtime Sweet Orange春日甜橙Ancient Romance1.1M WordsOngoing [A lazy, carefree little schemer who just wants to lie flat + historical fantasy + palace intrigue + heroine devoted to one man, hero not devoted to one woman] The charming and clever favorite consort Lin Jingran refuses to work herself to the bone. She’s got the Noble Imperial Consort position lined up, and plans to enjoy the drama and lie flat her way to becoming Empress. Family? She’s a treasured darling of her family, too. The emperor? He openly favors her and helps her navigate palace intr 1.6kReads—Score—14d adds
2. 102 拒 I Refused the Imperial Palace, Yet Fell Right into the Regent's Trap 拒入深宫，却偏偏落入摄政王局中 Sleepy Hot Americano好困的热美式11k WordsCompleted She refuses to enter the imperial palace, only to fall straight into the Regent's trap. 159Reads—Score—14d adds

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   Ancient Chinese romance, short story, no time travel, no reincarnation.

3. 103 箭 An Arrow Falls, and I Meet You 箭落逢君 Sleepy Hot Americano好困的热美式Marriage & Romance11k WordsCompleted An Arrow Falls, and We Meet 92Reads—Score—14d adds
4. 104 宁 Peace and Worry-Free Days in Ning'an 宁安无忧 Sleepy Hot Americano好困的热美式Marriage & Romance9k WordsCompleted Peace and Security 702Reads—Score—14d adds
5. 105 远 The Far Mountains Await My Return 远山有归期 Sleepy Hot Americano好困的热美式Marriage & Romance10k WordsCompleted The Distant Mountains Hold the Promise of a Return 43Reads—Score314d adds
6. 106 竹 My Childhood Friend Was a Heartless Man All Along 竹马原是薄情郎 Sleepy Hot Americano好困的热美式10k WordsCompleted My Childhood Friend Was a Heartless Man All Along 25Reads—Score214d adds
7. 107 穿 After Transmigrating Into a Book as a Three-Year-Old, Everyone Spoiled Me Rotten 穿书三岁小孩后，我被大家宠上天 Blind Bug盲虫Ancient Romance652k WordsCompleted [Transmigrate into a Book + Coming of Age + Beloved by All + Mystery Solving + Family and Country] [One-on-one romance, both leads are each other's one and only; the main story focuses on a family of three] Le An transmigrates into the daughter who dies young in the tragic romance The Falling Flowers Always Part. In the original story, the heroine Ning Yuzhou and the hero Shen Yan were childhood sweethearts, a perfect match. But while the heroine's father was taking the family back to their home 114Reads8.0Score—14d adds

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   This is a historical romance novel about childhood sweethearts. The story focuses on the male and female protagonists' childhood, with the author mentioning in the synopsis that their adult lives will be covered in the epilogue. This is also my favorite. It's a pity there aren't many new chapters being updated, but based on the existing chapters, it's still very interesting. I love historical romance novels where the protagonist is reborn as a child, and this one really suits my taste. I like it even more now. The story leans towards crime-solving. The female protagonist is reborn as the original female protagonist's daughter, a cute, rational, and sensible child. She doesn't have a system, only her understanding of the original novel's content. However, due to plot changes, the future is uncertain. The young male protagonist is blind, but a miracle doctor can cure him. He has a gentle and somewhat timid personality, possibly related to his blindness. No one plays with him, causing him to become a bit withdrawn. However, he is not afraid of the female protagonist and is very attached to her. It is believed that the female protagonist will change him. According to the synopsis, the young male protagonist will become more docile later on. The female protagonist's mother is the original female protagonist from the tragic novel. Perhaps due to the female protagonist's butterfly wings, the plot has been changed. The original female protagonist and male protagonist did not have a tragic relationship, and even developed a positive relationship. The female protagonist was initially very resistant to the original male protagonist, but later, due to the plot, she tried to accept him as her father. In short, it is a very good read, and you won't regret it. I'm not good at summarizing, so please read the main text.

8. 108 惹 A Springtime Temptation 惹春娇 Hua Queque华阙阙Ancient Romance86k WordsCompleted [Cold-Hearted Young Duke vs. Clumsy Beauty from a Military Family] [Bickering Couple + Love at First Sight + Shotgun Wedding + Sweet Romance, 1v1] Cui Ke came from a distinguished family and was every inch a noble young gentleman. He never imagined he would marry a woman like Zhen Zhu. She was born in the countryside, uneducated, greedy, lecherous, foolish, and vulgar. Worse, they were natural enemies. The first time they met, she flung a shoe in his face, then pushed him into a river and left h 7.1kReads8.8Score52914d adds

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   A purely historical romance novel, without time travel, rebirth, or a system.

9. 109 幸 How Lucky I Am to Have Met You, May We Find Peace Together 幸得识卿与君安 How Many Bowls of Pomelo Today?柚子今天吃几碗Ancient Romance1.1M WordsOngoing [Overbearing, Reckless Young Imperial Uncle vs. Cool, Dignified Noblewoman] They both show two different sides to the world, with plenty of secret identities. An ensemble cast. “Though time has passed and the stars have shifted, I could never forget my beloved.” “You are a radiant pearl, a brilliant full moon. Amidst all the mortal world’s splendor and endless changes, no one else can catch my eye.” “You’d better stay alive! After all the times you’ve offended me, Heaven doesn’t get to take yo 12Reads8.3Score—14d adds
10. 110 误 Lost in the Depths of Spring 误入春深 Wen Naixi温乃兮Ancient Romance148k WordsCompleted Prince Yu, Yu Huaiji, believed he had spent his life acting decisively, plotting every move, and leaving himself no weaknesses. He was sure he was invincible. But Heaven was about to show him that there was always someone greater! It sent him a delicate young lady from the Song family: Song Nao. She looked so fragile and soft that anyone could bully her, but in truth she was clever in her own way. After meeting him only twice, she had already found and firmly grasped his one fatal weakness. Yet 5.6kReads9.4Score60914d adds
11. 111 梨 Moonlight Pours Over the Pear Blossom Courtyard 梨花院落溶溶月 Steamed Dumpling蒸饺Ancient Romance50k WordsCompleted She was the daughter of a distinguished military family, a spirited young woman who could sweep through armies, yet all she hoped for was to hear him say he loved her. But not only was he going to marry another woman, he also drove her into a corner, leaving her no choice but to leap from the rooftop. Only then did he realize that she had been the one he loved all along... 223Reads8.6Score—14d adds
12. 112 多 Surely You Laugh at My Passion 多情应笑我 Jiu Xiaoqi酒小七Ancient Romance216k WordsCompleted Lin Fang has been disguised as a boy since childhood, and she can't help feeling helpless about it. Her household registration says she's male, so what can she do? But the secret she has sworn to protect is discovered by a young boy she accidentally rescues! Lin Fang thought she'd picked up a deadweight, but once the boy, Yun Weiming, regains his identity, she feels as if she's sitting on a mountain of gold. “Who would've thought! I've picked up all kinds of things before, but you're the most va 70.3kReads9.7Score9.3k14d adds
13. 113 良 A Worthy Minister Is Hard to Find 良臣难为 Drunk on Gold纸醉金靡Ancient Romance41k WordsCompleted [Historical Romance + Ensemble Cast + Tragic Love + Fateful Misunderstandings + Imperial Court and Nobility + Love of Country and Family + Tearjerker + Bad Ending] I am the empress of a nation. Everyone who sees me bows respectfully and greets me with, “May the Empress be well.” Because my surname is Shen. My father, Shen Nian, died on the battlefield, his body never found. My mother died by suicide after him. My eldest brother held Yumen Pass for forty-five days against a hundredfold enemy forc 376Reads9.4Score10014d adds
14. 114 攀 Marrying Up 攀高枝 Egrets in Pairs白鹭成双Ancient Romance424k WordsCompleted [Film and TV rights sold] [Print edition published] Zhang Zhixu had everything from birth. A family with a century of prestige, enviable talent, and a career that kept rising step by step. But he found life terribly dull. Then, one day, an accident struck, and his soul entered a woman's body. A woman who couldn't read a single character, yet dreamed of marrying into a powerful family and becoming a phoenix. · Chen Baoxiang had traveled a thousand miles from the countryside to the capital, hoping 162.8kReads9.6Score22.7k14d adds
15. 115 缚 Bound by Spring 缚春情 Ren Huanyou任欢游Ancient Romance603k WordsCompleted [The print edition is available on the homepage; film and television rights have been sold] The Jiang and Song families have been close for generations, and Song Wan was betrothed to Jiang Xingjian before she was even born. They grew up together, but she was confined to the inner quarters, where everything she learned was meant to prepare her to become a Jiang family wife. The young man was dashing and ambitious. Before he had even turned twenty, he went off to the frontier to make his name. Bef 90.9kReads9.6Score12.1k14d adds
16. 116 山 Beauty and Strategy in a Land of Rivers and Mountains 山河美人谋 Moonset月落Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted [Proud young lady who always gets even vs. frail, scheming Ninth Prince] Her fiancé was a total jerk, and he was planning to kill her to keep her quiet. Ye Jiao decided to strike first and find a scapegoat while she was at it. She thought the scapegoat would be a transparent, sickly “living corpse,” but rumors were misleading. He was clearly a two-faced, deeply cunning Ninth Prince. After Ye Jiao used the Ninth Prince’s name to punish her scumbag fiancé, Li Ce, the real Ninth Prince: “Miss, I be 18.3kReads9.5Score2.6k14d adds
17. 117 佳 A Match Made in Heaven 佳偶天成 A Little Sweetness from Weiwei薇薇一点甜Ancient Romance142k WordsCompleted Beijing headlines, coming soon: The hotshot young Lord Lu, the talk of the town, is actually seeking the hand of a notorious rich girl! Jiang Yuruo, the so-called spoiled heiress: Is he blind, or am I incredibly lucky? Lu Chenyuan, the so-called immortal: I have feelings for you. As a member of the Jinling Lu clan, Lu Chenyuan has known his duty since childhood: serve a wise ruler, discern right from wrong, and uphold justice. For ten years, he shut himself away in a forbidden sanctuary, cultiva 190Reads9.3Score3714d adds
18. 118 金 The Golden Scabbard 金丝鞘 Evergreen and Everwhite长青长白Ancient Romance126k WordsCompleted [Stone-faced guard x alluring, delicate princess, one-on-one, sweet romance] Qin Yi was an assassin, cold-faced and colder-hearted. Killing was more ordinary to him than eating. One day, Qin Yi received an assignment. It wasn’t to kill someone. He was ordered to protect Fuguang, the beloved princess of the empress, Ji Ning. Qin Yi found it troublesome, since all he knew how to do was kill. The first time he saw Ji Ning, Qin Yi killed someone right in front of her. His long sword rang as it left 9.7kReads9.4Score1.2k14d adds
19. 119 京 The Capital's Most Notorious Beauty 京城第一祸水 Stars Fill My Eyes满眼星宸Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Currently being published [rival suitors in a dramatic love triangle + top-tier schemer + supporting villainess fights back + everyone comes around] [Historical romance + told entirely from the wicked supporting female character’s perspective] ❣️Blurb One Qiao Wanyan learned from a storybook that she was nothing but a wicked supporting character who abandoned her childhood sweetheart and chased after wealth and status. She sowed discord, poisoned her elder sister, and committed every imaginable 58.2kReads9.3Score7.7k14d adds

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    Scheming and wicked Qiao Wanyan vs. Paranoid and insane He Yanli! Childhood sweethearts! The female lead is "beautiful on the outside, but a heart of a serpent." She is ambitious, cunning, and single-mindedly climbs the social ladder by attaching herself to power. She tries her best to get close to and win over anyone useful, while ignoring those who are not. She is good at pretending and acting, changing her expression in an instant. She is also prone to slapping people at the slightest disagreement. She is extremely clear-headed, doesn't love anyone, and won't give her heart away. Moreover, due to her high status, she has few constraints and is fawned over wherever she goes. She lives a very comfortable life! Each male lead has his own unique charm: the insecure Crown Prince He Zhiyu, attracted to her but unwilling to admit his change of heart; the fearless and resilient wolf cub Lu Jinye; the dull and clueless divine physician Yun Heng; the flamboyant and arrogant young marquis who is unaware of his own love; and the one he loves most is Prince Jing, He Yanli, her childhood sweetheart. His words are like poison, each one sharp and incisive, yet he claims to hate her, but he's the first to rush to her aid when she's in danger, unable to bring himself to be harsh with her, instinctively protecting her, and indiscriminately attacking those who oppose her. He understands what kind of person she is yet still loves her—a perfect match, a heavenly couple! The female lead's maternal grandfather and parents are incredibly kind, knowing her ambition and fully supporting her—full of warmth and affection! The writing is excellent, the plot thrilling—a masterpiece! I especially love the female lead's character: ["Greed for power and vanity—what's wrong with that? It shows she's ambitious."] [If a woman cannot wield power, then let those who wield power be controlled by her.] [Money is a good thing. Power is something she desperately desires.] ["Retribution is nothing but psychological comfort for the weak."] [Whenever something happens, she immediately blames the other person, naturally believing that she is more important than the rest of the world, and that the whole world must be trampled under her feet.] [This apology is completely insincere; it's just a way to muddle through the present and lay the groundwork for future offenses. She never feels she has done anything wrong.] [Tears can solve many unnecessary troubles, as well as necessary ones.] [Qiao Wanyan still doesn't feel she has done anything wrong; she's just become better at disguising herself.] [Those who can be used will be squeezed dry before being discarded.] ['May the Flower Goddess bless this believer, not seeking tender affection, but only power, wealth, and the admiration of all!']

20. 120 性 The Sassy Childhood Friend Kicks the Crown Prince to the Curb and Flirts with Her General Sweetheart 性感青梅踹飞太子，狂撩竹马将军 Purple Haze Bubbles紫雾泡泡Ancient Romance227k WordsCompleted [New novel, so the initial rating is low | Sweet romance, no past relationships, happy ending | Love-struck male lead | Slightly possessive romance | Childhood friends | Unrequited love becomes mutual] Shen Zhi Yi, the legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister, did everything she could and finally became the crown princess of Zhao Yan, just as she'd always wished. But on the long-awaited night she was supposed to share his bed, the one who stormed into the Eastern Palace to rebel was her child 6.8kReads8.7Score2k14d adds

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    This book is quite good, but it's not finished yet; I'm still following it.

21. 121 宫 The Willow by the Palace Wall 宫墙柳 Dream Doll梦娃Ancient Romance166k WordsCompleted Why must the imperial consorts compete for the emperor’s favor? A smash-hit, heart-wrenching historical romance that burst onto the scene in 2019! Recommended by countless tearful readers, this unconventional palace-intrigue novel will stay with you long after you finish. In the lightest of styles, it captures everyone’s deepest regrets. In May of the year I turned fourteen, with the pagoda trees in fragrant bloom, I sat in Yong’an Palace, propping up my head as I dozed. The man’s laughter held 48.6kReads9.7Score7.1k14d adds

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    Family, who understands this?! A naive and innocent young lady accidentally stumbles into the imperial harem. Others engage in palace intrigue: meticulous planning and scheming. My palace intrigue: I just want to eat and be content with my lot, with a round face. My name is Jiang Yingliu. Originally a noblewoman from a noble family, I was unexpectedly "caught" and brought into the palace because my sisters missed the imperial concubine selection. I thought it would be hell, but unexpectedly, thanks to my love of food, I successfully ingratiated myself with Consort Shu. The Empress is as beautiful as a fairy but frail and sickly, the Noble Consort is domineering and arrogant, the Virtuous Consort is gentle and generous, and there's a group of concubines, each with their own agenda. And me? I just want to live a peaceful life in this harem. But the tree may wish to be still, but the wind will not cease. What kind of hilarious stories will unfold in this deep palace? Open this book and see how the naive and sweet heroine forges a unique "career advancement path" in the treacherous harem!

22. 122 两 Childhood Friends with a Hint of Romance 两小有猜很暧昧 The Moon-Gazing Rabbit晒月亮的兔子Modern Romance182k WordsCompleted The little tyrant who bullied her growing up got her drunk, slept with her, then refused to take responsibility. He walked away without a backward glance and was gone for four years. Now he says he regrets it and begs her for another chance? Not a chance! But he’s no longer the domineering bully he used to be. Instead, he caters to her every whim... What should she choose? 1.1kReads8.2Score11714d adds

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    The two grew up together and cared for each other. The female lead didn't trust the male lead, causing them to miss each other for six years, but thankfully they reconciled in the end.

23. 123 表 After the Young Lady Chose a Match, the Unhinged Heir Went Red-Eyed and Claimed Her by Force 表姑娘选亲后，疯批世子红眼强夺 Half a Song半歌儿Ancient Romance345k WordsOngoing [Cool-Headed, Rational Cousin] x [Obsessive, Unhinged Heir] Pathological possessiveness, intense push and pull, two strong and devoted leads, strategic mind games and power struggles, sweet romance, happy ending At five, she was sent to live with her maternal grandmother at the Duke's manor. She hid her sharp edge, kept her feelings in check, and acted cautiously and patiently at every turn. Yet her striking beauty and cool, bookish elegance inevitably stirred jealousy throughout the household. 1.6kReads—Score10314d adds
24. 124 竹 Childhood Sweethearts, Part 1 竹马弄青梅1 You Embroider the Mountains and Rivers君绣山河Ancient Romance315k WordsCompleted In the depths of spring that year, eight-year-old Liu Qingzhi was chasing a golden phoenix butterfly in the garden of the Assistant Minister of Works' residence when she accidentally ran into a young man. She did not know that with that collision, she had entered the heart of the future emperor, who would love her devotedly for a lifetime. He is Gu Jingyu, the most honored prince of the Great Qi Kingdom, steady in temperament and devoted to all under heaven. She is Liu Qingzhi, daughter of the A 18Reads6.8Score—14d adds

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    It's so beautiful!!

25. 125 将 A Businesswoman in the General’s Household 将门有娇商 You Embroider the Mountains and Rivers君绣山河Two Male Leads213k WordsCompleted He is the adopted son of a military family, honest and true as a blade; He is a merchant's son, with a love as deep as the sea. At eighteen, Wen Yan brings his adoptive father's blade and his dreams to the capital, determined to earn the title of top military graduate. There, he falls in love with Zhou Jin, the young master of a family steeped in money. Zhou Jin laughs at his innocence, yet secretly shields him from every open and hidden attack. “Why owe anyone a favor when money can solve the p 74Reads8.0Score—14d adds
26. 126 医 Healing Hearts and Love 医心将情 You Embroider the Mountains and Rivers君绣山河Two Male Leads356k WordsCompleted Qin Zhan is the youngest battle-hardened general stationed on the northwestern frontier. Ruthless and decisive, he makes the barbarian tribes tremble at his name. Wen Tingyu is the gentlest imperial physician in the Imperial Medical Academy, peerless in his skill and driven by a compassionate desire to heal the world. An imperial edict entwines their fates. Wen Tingyu is ordered to travel to the frontier and assist the military doctors. When he first meets Qin Zhan in the wounded soldiers' cam 111Reads8.1Score—14d adds
27. 127 阙 The Phoenix’s Lost Record 阙凰录 You Embroider the Mountains and Rivers君绣山河Ancient Romance158k WordsCompleted In the third year of the Long'an reign of Great Chu, plague ravaged Jianghuai. The healer Ruan Qingdai traveled the land treating the sick. On a road littered with corpses, she met Xiao Jingyan, the young emperor, traveling incognito. His dark robes were stained with blood, his eyes cold as stars. She held silver needles in her delicate hands, the hem of her clothes carrying the scent of herbs. Their life-or-death treatment made the sovereign remember the woman who dared to pry open his wound a 73Reads—Score—14d adds
28. 128 明 The Bright Moon Shines on Yunhuai 明月昭昭向云淮 Lin Jianxi林间溪Ancient Romance1.6M WordsCompleted A noble family's eldest daughter × a powerful Chancellor, a sweet romance from beginning to end. One is a clever, rational beauty, while the other is a dignified and self-controlled man who falls helplessly in love. Everyone says: The most impressive achievement of the Chancellor who holds power over the court was spoiling the most carefree Chancellor's wife in all of Great Sheng. 681Reads—Score11914d adds

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    The eldest daughter of the most beautiful woman in Shengjing is reunited with the young prime minister she betrothed to in childhood. From initial awkwardness and tentative exploration to falling deeply in love, the male lead's possessiveness is at its peak as he silently protects the female lead. At the same time, they join forces to unravel the intrigues and schemes within the household. The dual storylines of political intrigue and romance are incredibly exciting.

29. 129 娘 Has Her Majesty Spread Any Rumors Today? 娘娘今天造谣了吗？ Two or Three Sounds Beneath the Moon月下两三声11k WordsCompleted Has the Consort Started a Rumor Today? 21Reads—Score—14d adds

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    So sweet! Mutual unrequited love! That innocent, youthful feeling from childhood is really captivating.

30. 130 笙 Shengsheng Love Song 笙升恋歌 Ri Yue Xing Zhe日月星哲Ancient Romance20k WordsCompleted Shengsheng's Love Song 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The male and female leads are both incredibly cute! The male lead is arrogant and has a crush on her for years, even believing he's the other woman, while the female lead is bold and passionate! It's a very sweet show!

31. 131 蒹 The Reed Chronicles 蒹葭纪 Peach Milk Cap桃子奶盖Ancient Romance131k WordsCompleted [Childhood Friends + Love and Hate + Rekindled Romance + Sweet Romance + Happy Ending] Gu Jiaqi is decisive, while Pei Lang is ruthless. Despite their very different natures, the two once shared a sweet romance. But to save her family, Gu Jiaqi resolutely entered the palace and became an imperial consort. Pei Lang hated her for betraying him and using him as a stepping stone to power. He used his influence to make Gu Jiaqi Empress Dowager, then controlled her and the young emperor as regent. The 466Reads9.2Score11314d adds

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    The female lead's rise to the position of Empress Dowager was not entirely due to Pei Lang. She is decisive and must have been secretly accumulating power while being controlled. I look forward to seeing the two of them tearing each other apart yet attracting each other in the later stages.

32. 132 不 Not the Villainous, Lovesick Demon Cult Leader, but Her Beloved 不是反派病娇魔教教主，是心上人 Full Moon Su满月苏Ancient Romance403k WordsCompleted Just started getting ratings, and who knows if they'll rise later. “Both virgins + fictional historical setting + coming-of-age romance + childhood sweethearts + sweet and doting + 1v1 + four-year age gap + a touch of wuxia” She thinks he is her master, but he is the one who belongs to her. [Pure-love yandere] Everyone knows that Hua Wuxia, leader of the Demon Cult, is a demon who clawed his way out of a mountain of corpses and a sea of blood. He is cold and callous, ruthless and cruel, decisi 4.7kReads8.3Score79014d adds

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    It looks really good.

33. 133 长 Changye Wuyue 长烨无月 Awakening at Ten夢醒十分Ancient Romance301k WordsCompleted [A princess sent away for a political marriage × an obsessive crown prince and emperor] [Tragic romance] (The comic adaptation is now available.) A general dies in battle, and a princess is sent far away to marry for peace. The young man who had been her childhood sweetheart remained forever on the battlefield in the desert. As a princess of her nation, she was sent far away to Great Jin for a political marriage. The desert battlefield claimed the young General Zhou, while the bright and spiri 29.9kReads9.1Score1.7k14d adds

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    This one! This one!

34. 134 穿 The Book Transmigrator Tears into the Reborn Woman, Even Ripping Out Her Hair Ornaments 穿书女手撕重生女，头花都扯掉了 Camellias and Wine茶花与酒Ancient Romance507k WordsCompleted (Don’t worry about the rating. New books have few readers at first, but it will rise.) [A transmigrated woman takes on a reborn woman] [Fictional ancient setting, no need to nitpick] Gu Qingli transmigrated into a satisfying revenge novel about a woman reborn. She wasn’t the heroine, but the wicked supporting character who had killed her, and the first person the heroine would take revenge on after being reborn. Gu Qingli herself had been born into a political family. She was gentle, quiet, an 13.1kReads8.9Score1k14d adds

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    Although the romance between the male and female leads isn't extensive, the story conveys that while the female lead prioritizes her career above all else and nothing can stop her, including the male lead, and initially pushes him away upon learning his true identity, his love for her ultimately leads her to reciprocate, and her heart begins to waver.

35. 135 作 The Mischievous Young Princess 作精小郡主 Yi Da Zhi Yang亦大只杨Ancient Romance308k WordsOngoing [Rebellious, high-maintenance young princess vs. cold, sharp-tongued heir] Cen Yi and Fu Yan had never gotten along. Their families were old friends, but what Cen Yi hated most was Fu Yan's self-righteous, dead-fish stare and his cold, distant manner. Her hatred of Fu Yan officially came to an end in the thirteenth year of the Suizheng era, when he went to Mobei for three years of training. Cen Yi was overjoyed. She even had more confidence when insulting people. With Fu Yan around, he was alway 12Reads—Score—14d adds
36. 136 昭 Her Ladyship the Zhaoyi Is Done with This! 昭仪娘娘她不干了！ ZZ Yu ZhenZZ余蓁Ancient Romance303k WordsCompleted [Emperor ✘ Heir Apparent ✘ Grand Tutor's Daughter] The second male lead wins her heart!!! A broken relationship that won't be mended ✘ Childhood sweethearts finally get their wish Among the many noble young ladies in the capital, the only one every great family’s son was eager to marry was Wen Yu, daughter of Grand Tutor Wen. Sadly, this peerlessly beautiful woman was brought into the palace by imperial decree and made the emperor’s favorite consort. Emperors are usually fickle, and his favor w 1.1kReads6.5Score10414d adds

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    Everyone in the capital knew that Grand Tutor Wen, having a daughter late in life, doted on her dearly. Because of her stunning beauty, matchmakers practically wore out the door to the Wen residence. Every prominent young man in the capital had sought her hand in marriage, but Grand Tutor Wen dismissed them without a second glance. Just as everyone was discussing who Grand Tutor Wen would marry the delicate Wen Yu, the Emperor issued an edict, bringing this fairy-like woman into the palace. Thus, Wen Yu entered the palace and became the Emperor's favorite concubine, a favor that lasted for a year, until… In the fifth year of the Jinghe era, the most favored concubine, Consort Wen, was confined to her quarters by the Emperor for framing Consort Yang for a miscarriage. However, on the very second day of her confinement, news spread that Consort Wen was having an affair. The Emperor was furious and, unable to tolerate it any longer, ordered Consort Wen to go to Qingyuan Temple to reflect on her actions, without specifying the time. Enraged, Consort Wen packed her bags that very night and, with only two maids, went to Qingyuan Temple overnight.

37. 137 一 A Lifetime of Clear Skies for Yun Shu 一世清晏为云疏 You Embroider the Mountains and Rivers君绣山河Two Male Leads512k WordsCompleted Yun Shu was a little beggar picked up by Lin Qingyan: fierce as a wolf, loyal to the end, and locked away in a cage of his own making. When the Lin family prospered, he stayed in the shadows, the young master's sharpest blade; when the Lin family fell on hard times, he stood at the front, the sole pillar holding the family up. He urged the young master to study and sit the imperial exams, helping him rise to the top, while never forgetting his own station and never daring to overstep by so much 528Reads8.2Score10314d adds

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    It's so beautiful!!!

38. 138 储 Scheming for the Crown Prince's Heart 储君谋心 You Embroider the Mountains and Rivers君绣山河Two Male Leads352k WordsCompleted He was Xie Linxi, the gifted and brilliant Crown Prince, heir to the Eastern Palace. He was Shen Mingyuan, the taciturn and patient son of a fallen general, appointed as the Crown Prince’s study companion. An imperial edict sent Shen Mingyuan into the palace, where he became the person closest to the Crown Prince. They kept each other company at the study table, trained together on the field, and relied on one another through stormy nights. They became an inseparable part of each other’s lives. 16Reads6.9Score—14d adds
39. 139 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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    A pure historical romance novel. The female lead was the male lead's "white moonlight" from six years ago. After losing her memory, she becomes a princess sent for a political marriage, destined to marry the male lead. The romance is delicate, with no scheming or manipulative characters.

40. 140 将 The General’s Favorite Little White Lotus 将军偏宠小白莲花 Clear Words, White Tea清辞白茶Ancient Romance167k WordsCompleted The General’s Special Affection for His Little White Lotus tells a heart-stirring love story. The cold, battle-hardened General Xiao Yixuan catches a glimpse of the graceful, otherworldly physician Shen Xiyue on the battlefield. Like a pristine white lotus, she stands out amid the blood and fire. That day, smoke chokes the air. Xiao Yixuan is wounded and collapses, and through his haze he sees a slender figure running toward him. Shen Xiyue ignores the danger and kneels in the mud to bandage hi —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The cover of this new book is beautifully designed, and the flowing prose immediately captivates the reader from the very first page. It's hard to believe this is the author's first attempt at writing; the plot and character development demonstrate astonishing talent.

41. 141 清 Qing Huan's Memoirs of the Palace 清欢入宫记 Clear Words, White Tea清辞白茶Ancient Romance50k WordsCompleted A Tale of Qing Huan in the Palace: An Emperor’s Legendary Love Story The much-anticipated palace romance A Tale of Qing Huan in the Palace has recently been officially published. This novel tells a moving story that crosses the boundaries of power and love, tracing the twists and turns of the romance between Emperor Fu Ciyuan and the talented Shen Qinghuan in delicate prose. The story begins with the happy days of their childhood. Shen Qinghuan and Fu Ciyuan grew up together, innocent and insepa —Reads—Score—14d adds
42. 142 娘 My Mother Used a Little Trick, and Father Fell Madly in Love 娘亲她略施小计，爹爹就爱惨了 Weiwei Zi Weiwei薇薇子薇薇Ancient Romance157k WordsOngoing [She runs away while pregnant + rekindled love + adorable baby + lighthearted fun + fake and real heiresses + mutual physical and emotional purity + HE] Ningning’s mother always warns her, “The more handsome a man is, the better he is at lying!” But Ningning manages to control “herself.” When she gets caught by human traffickers, a handsome, high-status, imposing man descends from the sky. Ningning is mesmerized! She has to bring him home to be her stepdad! Her judgment is perfect: her stepdad 7Reads—Score—14d adds
43. 143 团 The Beloved Little Childhood Friend, The Bandit Bosses Can't Hide Anymore 团宠小青梅，山匪大佬们藏不住了 Fragrant Wood Terrace木香台Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Reclusive experts + an ensemble cast's comeback] Everyone on Black Bandit Mountain has a special skill, but they've retired from the martial world to raise children. Who knew life after retirement would be anything but peaceful! Zhizhi goes fishing, and the fish leap right into her net? Zhizhi goes down the mountain and catches a notorious bandit? Zhizhi goes to the academy and makes a name for herself in a fight! Zhizhi goes to the capital, and, well... The realm falls into chaos, and the dyna 30.9kReads9.5Score5.3k14d adds

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    [All Hidden Masters, A Group's Rise to Power] Everyone on Black Bandit Mountain possesses extraordinary skills, yet they've retired from the martial world to raise their children. Who knew that life after retirement would be anything but ordinary! Zhi Zhi catches fish, only to find them swimming into her net? Zhi Zhi descends the mountain and captures a notorious bandit? Zhi Zhi goes to the academy and becomes famous overnight for a fight! Zhi Zhi goes to herd sheep and rescues a handsome young boy. From then on, childhood sweethearts have found their match. Xue Che, born into a prestigious family, was murdered as a child and ended up in Lingnan. At first, he thought he was just rescued by a group of ordinary people, until he discovered: the one-eared old man at the village entrance could hear from several meters away; the grandmother in the kitchen could change her appearance with a flick of her wrist; the girl picking mushrooms was immune to all poisons; the kind-hearted young man could shatter bones with a single punch… And his little childhood sweetheart, growing up in such a den of wolves, was so adorable and intelligent! Later, the imperial court collapsed, and the martial world descended into chaos. Yet, Black Bandit Mountain thrived, becoming invincible. The bigwigs exchanged a knowing smile: "We also wanted to keep a low profile, but Zhizhi wouldn't allow it." *A group of reclusive bigwigs taking care of a child, only to be carried along by the child themselves* The story begins when the male and female leads are six years old; no time travel or rebirth elements. *Includes martial arts, court intrigue, and a harem; an ensemble piece. [Sending hearts][Sending hearts]

44. 144 沈 The Shen Family's Senior Maid 沈府大丫头 Shi Yin时音Historical263k WordsCompleted During the Shaoxing era of the Great Song, the once-renowned Nian family fell from power amid a struggle for the throne, and Nian Xiyu was made a government slave. Fortunately, Shen Xun, to whom she had been betrothed since childhood, came to her rescue. In his youth, Shen Xun was the most brilliant talent in the capital, but an illness left him unable to walk. The two, suddenly cast down into hardship, spent eight years together. Over those eight years, Shen Xun took a back seat as the second s 2.9kReads8.3Score46514d adds

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    Love, restrained yet pure, is born from the constraints of traditional social norms. The protagonists support each other amidst the mundane realities of daily life and family affairs.

45. 145 五 Five Years of Waiting Came to Nothing: My Husband Brings His New Love to Demand a Divorce 五年痴等成空，夫君带女逼我和离 Cang Yuesheng仓月生Ancient Romance604k WordsCompleted [Both Chaste] [Romance with His Older Brother's Wife] [Male-Male Story] [The Male Lead is repeatedly seen completely naked but stays faithful. Later, what looks like infidelity is actually a guard in disguise; the male lead remains devoted to the female lead throughout.] [Dear readers, we're very sorry! When you reach Chapter 139, please skip straight to Chapter 146. Chapters 140 to 145 are inconsistent and can be ignored.] On their wedding night, unrest broke out at the border, and her husband 5.8kReads9.3Score43414d adds

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    The female lead's situation in the early stages was too tragic.

46. 146 嫁 Marrying into a Wealthy Family 嫁大户 Ji Qiushan积丘山Ancient Romance350k WordsCompleted [Traditional historical romance + merchant couple + married life + sweet everyday romance + family and village life] The heroine is gentle, clear-headed, and never lets anyone push her around. The hero is considerate, witty, and resourceful. The younger daughter of the Shen family in Baihe Town marries the second son of the Xie family, who runs a medicinal herb shop in Ping County. She hears he spends most of his time away from home and that his family has fallen on hard times. She never expec 28.5kReads9.3Score3.9k14d adds

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    A very traditional ancient romance novel, without any overpowered plot devices! As the author says, "Without a husband like Xie Yuduo, Shen Qi, though intelligent and insightful, would not have been able to escape the trials and tribulations of life. Without a wife like Shen Qi, no matter how wealthy and powerful Xie Yuduo was, he would likely have suffered a devastating downfall, leaving behind only a desolate wasteland." It's a heartwarming and sweet romance novel, without too much scheming or intrigue. The villains are quickly eliminated, the male lead is capable, resourceful, and intelligent, and the female lead is gentle and domestic. The entire story is filled with happiness!

47. 147 救 Help! I Transmigrated and Landed in a Love Triangle from Hell! 救命！穿越后，不幸误入修罗场！ Pinch You on the Chin朝你下巴捏一把Ancient Romance220k WordsCompleted Lin Hongyu transmigrated as a household-born servant girl in the Duke's mansion. From the start, her parents handed her over to the five-year-old young master as a child bride and concubine. She'd planned to coast along and wait for death, but somehow... She raised three crazy men! Her sickly-sweet childhood friend Yu Zhi: a puppy on the surface but a wolf cub underneath. He led an army out to war amid the chaos of the age, gripping her wrist before he left. “Sister, wait for me to come back and 11Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Childhood sweethearts, the male and female leads start out as little kids.

48. 148 我 My Childhood Friend and I Are the Villains? What a Joke! 我和竹马哥是反派？笑话！ Gentle Chill in the Flowing Water流水轻寒13k WordsCompleted Are my childhood friend and I villains? What a joke! 13Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A beautiful but cunning childhood sweetheart versus a ruthless and sharp-tongued childhood friend! One is an arrogant blockhead who is still oblivious to the world, but is soft-hearted towards him despite her tough exterior; the other is a ruthless and loyal dog who secretly protects her, doing whatever he tells her to do. It's so sweet and adorable!

49. 149 女 Matriarchy: Is the Female Lead Really Not Bad? Handsome Men Rush to Be Tormented 女尊：女主真不坏？美男争相被虐 Wow, So Chilly哇好凉凉Ancient Romance245k WordsCompleted [Female-centered + Female Leads, Male Partners Are Virgins + Men Get Tortured + 1vN + Short Story Collection] Characters whose gender isn't specified are women; they are strong and sturdy. [Volume One: After Slaying Her White Moonlight, the General Goes on a Killing Spree!] A cold, aloof, everyone's-favorite top x a crybaby, beautiful, obedient male 1 x a body-double male 2 x a refined, virtuous husband male 3 Ye Xuan devotes her body and soul to her country and has no interest in romance. To he 1.8kReads8.8Score21114d adds

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    I think it's quite sweet. For the icy, charming female lead, only her childhood sweetheart is her sole exception.

50. 150 我 My Brother and I Both Transmigrated 我和哥哥都穿越了 Xu Tinglan叙亭兰Ancient Romance503k WordsCompleted [Powerful hero humbles himself + Both leads are each other’s only one] You returned from a faraway place, your smile unchanged, as though it still carried the sweet fragrance of plum blossoms. I asked you, “The climate and customs there can’t have been very pleasant, can they?” But you answered calmly, “Wherever my heart finds peace is my home.” Zhang Heng looked at her intently and said, “Yuer, your tears are more precious to me than anything.” “Every drop feels like blood from my own heart.” 916Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Cunning and powerful minister vs. Delicate and gentle noblewoman

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