Any Stories About Political Intrigue, Masterminds, and Biding One's Time? 有没有权谋、布局、隐忍之类的

1. 251 四 Siheyuan: I'm Yi Zhonghai's Biological Son 四合院：我是易中海的亲儿子 Of the Xianghuang Family镶黄家的Male-Channel Fanfiction356k WordsCompleted A modern mechanical engineer transmigrates into the world of the courtyard and becomes Yi Zhonghai's biological son. With a son of his own, will Yi Zhonghai still scheme against others? Will Silly Zhu still become their meal ticket? Will Love in the Courtyard still turn into a courtyard full of beasts? Ordinary people just want enough to eat and warm clothes. There's no need for so much resentment or sinister scheming, just everyday family squabbles. In this backward era, do your best to help de 37.1kReads9.2Score1.6kShelves
2. 252 永 The Song of Enlightenment: A Timeless Masterpiece by Master Yongjia 永嘉大师千古神书之证道歌 The Cultivation Journey of a Strange Star Beyond the Heavens天外奇星的修行之旅253k WordsCompleted A divine book, a divine book! One that can sharpen your wisdom, open your mind to new possibilities, fill you with energy, awaken you to life, and make you unstoppable!!! A sensational new release, now available!!! The Path to Awakening and Growth The seven-year-old Dragon Girl became a Buddha in an instant, realizing her true mind upon hearing the true Dharma. She cast aside the thousand-year-old dragon pearl at once, and her greed and attachments vanished in an instant. With her mind opened an 947Reads7.0Score212Shelves

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3. 253 太 The True Awakening of the Supreme Old Lord's Daoist Heart 太上老君道心启真 Sometimes Silly呆呆偶尔呆Eastern Fantasy223k WordsCompleted Take the void and the natural way as its guiding principle; take clarity, purity, inaction, and non-interference as its substance. Act without intention or attachment; unite with the One, and all things are accomplished. The Supreme Lord Lao, the foremost teacher of the Dao, embodies profound virtue that flows far and wide. His every word and deed contains the ultimate principles of the Great Dao. The Lord Lao often presents himself with a calm and peaceful bearing, every gesture displaying comp 1.8kReads6.8Score355Shelves
4. 254 绝 Peerless Secret Words: The Spirit Heavens Chronicle 绝世密言：灵天记 Ouyang Miguo欧阳米果Eastern Fantasy997k WordsCompleted Through fantastical stories, this book explores the mysteries of the universe and explains the principles of life, helping readers understand why people live. In doing so, it can help them put their worries aside and embrace life's experiences with greater optimism and energy! 913Reads9.4Score127Shelves
5. 255 我 Reborn Under the Tutelage of the Guesthouse Owner 我在民宿老板娘的调教下重生 Sea Salt Crispy海盐酥酥Urban321k WordsCompleted [Roguish CEO and Rich Young Master x Fierce Big Sister and Money-Loving, Loyal Heroine] Older Woman-Younger Man Romance, Packed with Satisfying Moments On a stormy night, Lu Qiming, president of the SM Group, is ambushed by his own uncle. He fakes his death in a car crash and escapes, covered in blood, before pounding on the door of a mountain lodge for help. To his surprise, the person who opens the door is a young proprietress with even more grit than he has: Murong Laidi. At just twenty, she’ 174Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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   I recommend these two books. The first one features a male protagonist with high intelligence and financial acumen who plots revenge; he's charmingly roguish and clingy. The second one features a somewhat eccentric male protagonist who schemes and plots political maneuvering.

6. 256 绝 The Peerless Sword God 绝色剑神 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted That winter, the martial world died. Tianwaitian slaughtered the entire martial world, staining rivers and mountains with blood. Beauty meant death. Zhao Qinghe was the most remarkable princess in the world, and the most beautiful woman in the world. When she smiled, the mountains and rivers paled. When she drew her sword, even immortals bowed their heads. Her Flowing Cloud Soft Sword made her invincible in three moves. Two even more dangerous women were always at her side: Luo Qinghan, “De 464Reads8.1Score191Shelves

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   That winter, the martial world died. The Heavenly Realm slaughtered the entire martial arts world, staining mountains and rivers with blood. Beauty is synonymous with death—Zhao Qinghe, the most beautiful princess in the world, the most beautiful woman under heaven. When she smiled, the world paled in comparison; when she drew her sword, even immortals bowed. Her Flowing Cloud Soft Sword was invincible in three moves. Beside her were two even more dangerous women: Luo Qinghan, "Ink Feather Godslayer"; and Wen Wanqing, "Gentle Palm Suppressing Heaven." The three were unassuming, like refined ladies, like delicate flowers. Their two adorable pets were even more extraordinary: the Myriad Demonic Ice Python "Frost Profound," and the ancient divine beast "Soul-Devouring Golden Eyes" Ink Flame. The winter snow had not yet stopped, but the killing had already begun. The sharpest sword in the world was wrapped in the sweetest sugar.

7. 257 穿 I Transmigrated to the Tyrannical Qin: Chen Sheng Led Me in Rebellion 穿越暴秦：陈胜带我起义 Gu Tianshu穀天黍Historical1.1M WordsCompleted Are kings and nobles born to their station? The protagonist transmigrates into the brutal Qin dynasty and rises in rebellion alongside Chen Sheng, in an age ruled by harsh officials. Facing divisions between sworn brothers and the relentless turning wheels of history, he plots and schemes to save the brothers who stood together when their oath was first made. Where will he lead them from here...? 334Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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   Intrigue and power struggles, sharp intellect, not mindless.

8. 258 我 I Wanted to Break Off the Engagement, but Ended Up with a Harem 我欲退婚，结果妻妾成群 Xi Wu Xu嘻唔许Historical473k WordsOngoing Shen Yi's soul transmigrates into the Great Jin dynasty, where he becomes the adopted son of a eunuch. Drawing on the knowledge from his previous life, he sets out to build a business empire amid the chaos of the age. But penniless, he needs startup capital. His plan is to get his engagement called off so he can claim the betrothal gifts. 282Reads6.6Score—Shelves

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   Save it and read it slowly.

9. 259 靠 Mr. Reliable Opens Pandora's Box with His Own Hands 靠谱先生，亲手打开潘多拉魔盒 Liang Ziyuan梁子渊Sci-Fi & Apocalypse528k WordsCompleted [Poor or rich, we’ll plunder the West and make the Dragon Kingdom prosperous. Modern city + technology + strategic alliances = a powerful nation and military.] On April 1, 2024, a call came in to the Meritorious Honors Awards Committee. “Hello, this is the Meritorious Honors Awards Committee.” “Hello! If I can restore our national borders to their shape during the Republic of China era, like a begonia leaf in autumn, could I be nominated for the Republic Medal?” “Uh, sir... this... uh... hmm... 307Reads—Score—Shelves

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   If I could increase the country's land area by 194 square kilometers, restoring it to the shape of an autumn-leaf begonia from the Republic of China era, would I be nominated for the Medal of the Republic? This is the story of a Chinese entrepreneur and scientist who, by entering the fray himself, is trying to influence the world, all for the sake of achieving a red miracle!

10. 260 乱 The Turmoil of the Qing Dynasty 乱清 Watching the Clouds at Dusk暮看云Historical2.3M WordsCompleted “Starting from scratch? Then we'll build a steel industry! Enemies too strong? Then we'll upgrade our guns and cannons! The Revolt of the Three Feudatories is right around the corner, so let the three sides fight it out and see who comes out on top. The colonial feast is past the halfway point, so we'll strike hard and leave the great powers nowhere to turn. No matter how treacherous the road ahead or how powerful the enemy, these proud transmigrators will write a different history through one s 1.2kReads8.3Score140Shelves

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    The first one I definitely recommend

11. 261 月 Dreams Beneath the Moon in Huazhou 月落梦华州 Wu Tinglan梧听澜Ancient Romance374k WordsOngoing Don’t worry about the rating. [Desert Romance + Powerful Leads Who Save Each Other + Ensemble Political Intrigue + Hilarious Love Triangle] After a sudden raid by bandits, Gong Langyue, a princess of the Xiao Kingdom, is taken captive in the desert. Everyone assumes this delicate young woman from the Southern Dynasty won’t survive the winter. But she not only survives, she thrives, and even turns a group of women stranded on the grasslands into her own team. She may not be skilled in combat, 173Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    In this game of survival, where careful planning is essential versus uncontrollable indulgence, there are no winners or losers, only win-win situations.

12. 262 眼 Blind for Three Years: Has the Tang Dynasty Entered the Post-Industrial Age? 眼瞎三年:大唐进入后工业时代？ Heavenfire天焚Historical471k WordsCompleted During a rural outreach program, Qin Ming falls off a cliff while trying to save children from a mountain village. By chance, he is rescued by Old Master Long. After awakening the God-Tier Teaching System, Qin Ming resolutely decides to continue teaching in the village, helping these children escape the mountains, overcome poverty, and build a better life! From Chinese history to the Industrial Revolution, modern medicine to the foundations of physics, economics to military theory: all kinds of 32Reads6.6Score—Shelves
13. 263 重 Reborn as a Ming Dynasty God of War 重生之大明战神 The Little Rascal Playing in the Mud玩泥巴的小破孩Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Command all under heaven while awake, recline among beauties when drunk. Five thousand years of splendor and turmoil, right and wrong, victory and defeat, all vanish in the end! Ling Yun, the youngest historian of the 21st century, was unexpectedly reborn as Zhu Qizhen, the eldest son of Ming Emperor Xuanzong and the legendary Ming Dynasty warrior. He would clear the warrior’s name and build an impregnable Ming Dynasty!!! 462Reads8.1Score—Shelves
14. 264 浮 Under Currents in a Floating World 浮世潜流 Fortune and Blessings福禄善庆Urban343k WordsCompleted A You is a brilliant top student who graduated with a law degree. Rising from the grassroots and fighting in the halls of government, he throws himself into the battle against corruption in the name of fairness and justice. Along the way, he experiences love and hate, the dangers of the world, and a life full of ups and downs. He asks only to find a little peace amid the bustle of the world, but that has become difficult to achieve. All he can do is navigate the hidden currents beneath the surfa 130Reads8.6Score—Shelves

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    A novel about officialdom, anti-corruption, and daily life in the city.

15. 265 我 I Secretly Built a Great Qin Technological Empire in Late Ming 我在明末偷偷建立大秦科技帝国 Zhang Xiaosong章小松Historical1.5M WordsCompleted [Ming Dynasty] [Feel-Good Power Fantasy] [Building His Own Faction] [Technology Overwhelms All] [Steamrolling Everything in His Path] Qin Tian is sent to the fifteenth year of the Chongzhen reign by a meteor. With the help of a mysterious orb in his mind, he builds his own Great Qin Empire and drives technology forward at full speed. Soap, hot-air balloons, steam engines, airships, flintlock rifles, machine guns, cannons, tanks, airplanes... every kind of technology is at his disposal. He recrui 3kReads8.2Score170Shelves
16. 266 新 New Year Begins 新正引 Lu Yanyan露颜颜Ancient Romance230k WordsCompleted [Strong female lead + black lotus + political intrigue + tragic love] One night, Shen Ciqiu and Du Jinheng went together to the military camp where the Marquis of Zhenbei had been stationed for years and stole the Tiger Wing Token, the military tally that could command 100,000 Northwestern troops. As a result, the entire Xie clan was sentenced to death. Out of consideration for past ties, the emperor spared the heir's life. At the same time, Shen Ciqiu discovered that the Tiger Wing Token wa 24Reads—Score—Shelves

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    He was Prince Jing's henchman, she was the Crown Prince's right-hand woman; they should have been at each other's throats. Yet, he used the Xie family army to seal off the southwest, his eyes red with fury, saying, "Even if the empire is overthrown, I will protect you." The divorce papers burned to ashes, the iron chain bridge reflecting the glint of blades—in the arena of power struggles, he was the most madman, she the most ruthless, and their entanglement the most passionate. [Sending hearts][Sending hearts]

17. 267 都 We're All Players, So How Did You Become Invincible in an Instant? 都是玩家，凭什么你瞬间人间无敌 Four Hundred and Eighty Temples四百八十寺Male-Channel Fanfiction1.3M WordsCompleted [Transmigrated to a comprehensive martial-arts world + sacrificial offerings + ruthless + decisive killing + wild imagination = an invincible protagonist] Everyone transmigrates into a comprehensive martial-arts world. His younger sister wants to kill him, his older brother wants to take his title, and even his grandmother wants him dead… Lu Ziping can only shake his head in helpless resignation. Then he might as well slap his older brother to death first. At the same time, he activates the 7.5kReads8.5Score436Shelves
18. 268 天 The Dragon and Phoenix of Destiny 天命龙凤 Let's Eat Hot Pot吃火锅呀Ancient Romance475k WordsCompleted [Serious drama + ensemble cast + court and martial world + love of country and family + female lead with a golden finger] The author is terrible at writing blurbs, sorry! If you enjoy this kind of story, feel free to give it a try. To save her life, Lu Wan does everything she can to send Yao Qian to the northern frontier. Sixteen years later, Emperor Li Yunshan summons the Third Prince, Li Tian, who has lived in the northern frontier, back to the capital. Rumors spread throughout the city that H 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Self-recommendation, from being naive to gradually becoming cunning.

19. 269 赵 Zhao Weidong’s Career Climb 赵卫东职场升迁记 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban137k WordsCompleted It was only after his older cousin Zheng Xiaoqiang went inside that Zhao Weidong began to feel the harsh reality of society. Thanks to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Zhao Weidong happened to find a book called Spirit Mediumship. With the support of his female supervisor, Li Na, his career began its dramatic turnaround! 25Reads—Score—Shelves

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    That's impressive, very well written.

20. 270 拿 I Gamble My Life to Become a Powerful Minister, and the Whole Nation Begs Me Not to Die 拿命当权臣，全民哭求我别死 Buying Wine Beneath the Moon月下买酒Historical212k WordsOngoing Xu Fengming transmigrated into the body of a powerful minister, only to find himself gravely ill with just two days left to live. The puppet emperor cheered with delight, secretly summoning the Empress Dowager’s brother and his troops to the capital, ready to wipe out Xu Fengming’s faction. At that moment, Xu Fengming was utterly disheartened and wanted nothing more than to die in peace. “Ding! Congratulations, Host. You are now bound to the [Great Minister] System. You can extend your life by a 8Reads8.6Score—Shelves
21. 271 官 Officialdom: The Eyes of Insight 官场：透视之眼 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban271k WordsCompleted 725Reads—Score—Shelves
22. 272 大 Great Qin: A Second Chance to Change the Fate of Sand Hill 大秦：两世重来定沙丘 Ye Family Member Who Loves Cabbage and Celery爱吃白菜芹菜的叶家人Historical158k WordsCompleted Lin Yue, a modern historian and culture blogger, transmigrates to the Qin dynasty during Emperor Qin Shi Huang Ying Zheng’s fifth tour of the eastern provinces. He takes over the body of Gongsun Jingheng, a nobleman descended from the former royal house of Wei. Using his foreknowledge of history, he carefully maneuvers to stay by Ying Zheng’s side. He introduces himself to outsiders as a disciple of Guiguzi. At first, he serves as Left Senior Commandant and oversees salt, iron, agriculture, and 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Traveling through the Qin Dynasty, he patiently and cautiously plotted, ultimately turning the tide of the empire's fate.

23. 273 刘 Liu Quan: An Anticorruption Hero Among the People 刘权：咱老百姓身边的反腐英雄 Star Haze Ink Scholar星霭墨客Urban265k WordsOngoing This novel portrays anti-corruption themes with astonishing insight! It reveals corruption at every level, from the grassroots to the highest ranks, helping readers see clearly the harm it causes. The struggle between Liu Quan and other forces for justice and the corrupt establishment also conveys just how difficult and urgent the fight against corruption is. Reading this book is not only a chance to enjoy a compelling story, but also an invitation to reflect deeply on society. If you’re interes —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Hey friends! 🎉 My new novel is finally out! 📚 This story is a little different; it made me laugh and cry, and it made me think deeply. 📖 I invite you to step into this brand new world together.

24. 274 豪 The Storms of the Wealthy: The Dai Family Rises 豪门风云之代家崛起 Star Haze Ink Scholar星霭墨客Modern Romance164k WordsOngoing The Rise of the Dai Family: The Storms of the Wealthy will take you into a thrilling battle among the elite! In a world of wealth and splendor, Dai Qian is a steadfast star who breaks through layer upon layer of fog and shines on the stage of the powerful and wealthy. Dai Qian, Wang Fang, Liu Qiang, Sun Quan, and the others engage in a gripping contest of power, love, and fate in this world full of temptation and challenge. This novel is more than a story about the wealthy. It is an epic of huma —Reads—Score—Shelves
25. 275 无 The Ledger of Impermanence: Stealing Fate at Midnight 无常簿：子时篡命录 Star Haze Ink Scholar星霭墨客Sci-Fi & Apocalypse164k WordsOngoing Title: The Book of Impermanence: The Midnight Hour's Fate-Stealing Records Character Arcs Xie Bi'an: From a rookie who lost a soul to a "living Book of Life and Death" who burns himself to rewrite the rules of the Three Realms. Fan Wujiao: A cold-faced judge who seals the demonic power in his left eye. In the end, he willingly falls into demonic transformation to protect his beloved, becoming the Underworld's first god-tra itor. Lin Xiaohe: An heiress whose fate was stolen. After awakening, she —Reads—Score—Shelves
26. 276 理 The Cracks in Utopia 理想国裂缝 Star Haze Ink Scholar星霭墨客Sci-Fi & Apocalypse247k WordsOngoing The Fractures in Utopia is a sweeping portrait of an era spanning twenty years. Li Qiang and Zhang Qian’s tangled relationship began on the rooftop of their high school observatory at the end of the century. Their first kiss, tinged with the taste of lime soda, was revisited again and again beside the windows of their repeat-year class as ginkgo leaves fell outside, eventually condensing into charcoal lines in the morning light of the architecture building. Over ten years, the couple went from d —Reads—Score—Shelves
27. 277 聊 Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio: I Asked You to Repay Your Debt, Not Paint Skins and Ghosts 聊斋：让你还债，没让你画皮画鬼 On Jiufeng Mountain九峰山上Eastern Fantasy125k WordsOngoing [Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio + Bizarre Cultivation + No System + Subverting Expectations + Folk Supernatural Tales + Becoming a God Through Painting + Dark Tone + Lovecraftian Horror + Clever Protagonist + Decisive and Ruthless + Not Mindless Wish Fulfillment] Transmigrating into Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, I find myself trapped in the deadly predicament of The Painted Skin from the start, and saddled with an unpayable debt to the dead? Don't panic. I have a White Bone Brush tha 817Reads—Score—Shelves

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    If you enjoy stories of wit and strategy reminiscent of Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, this is a must-read! It has a strong Chinese horror atmosphere, the protagonist uses folk secrets to solve strange situations, there are many plot twists with strict logic, and the characters are intelligent and unpredictable throughout.

28. 278 青 Chaos at Green Mountain 青山乱 Li Youcan李友参Historical2.6M WordsCompleted [Historical transmigration + high-martial-arts world + power struggles and passion + war-era romance + mature, trope-defying + high quality, no fixed heroine] Original title: Green Mountains in Turmoil 1: From Death to Life (The turbulent life of the heaven-chosen one. A slow-burn, growth-oriented male lead. Deliberately paced, not a power fantasy. If that’s not your thing, don’t read.) My wish came true!!! A retired assassin dies, his soul vanishing, then transmigrates to another world. His gre 44Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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    A top-tier political intrigue and bloody battle, a high-quality transmigration novel. An assassin transmigrates to an ancient martial arts world, only to wake up to find himself unable to defeat anyone. Since that's the case, he'll use his brain instead of his fists. Two lifetimes, a battle of wits—let's see who wins and who loses.

29. 279 大 Heroes of the Great Desert 大漠群英传 A Lone Egret Flying Through the Sunset Glow落霞孤鹭飞Historical401k WordsOngoing If you had three years’ warning, could you prevent the An Lushan Rebellion? The protagonist, Song Jiru, comes from an official’s family. Talented in both letters and arms, he worries for his country and its people. In the tenth year of the Tianbao era, he sets out into the martial world to investigate the truth behind his father’s death. From the Grand Canal to the Silk Road, from swordplay in Jiangnan to the deserts and strange blades, he begins by governing a small frontier town before enterin —Reads—Score—Shelves
30. 280 守 On the Day of the Wake, My Sisters-in-Law Put Me on the Throne 守灵当天，我被众嫂嫂推上皇位 Kitchen God of the Wood Stove柴火灶王爷Historical724k WordsOngoing [Alternate Dynasty + Transmigration + War + Political Intrigue + Ensemble Cast + The Golden Finger Has Been Cut in Half] A high school boy named Tian Shu wakes up one morning in an ancient funeral hall. His widowed sisters-in-law swarm around him, showering him with care. In a feudal age of chaos, the powerful clans hold sway. The System is practically useless, and each sister-in-law has her own agenda. Born into a poor family, can he defy fate, change his destiny, command a vast empire, and mak 4.6kReads8.8Score183Shelves

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    [Alternate Dynasty + Time Travel + War + Political Intrigue + Ensemble Cast + Chopped-Off Cheat] High school student Tian Shu wakes up to find himself transported to an ancient funeral hall. His widowed sisters-in-law swarm around him, showering him with concern. In this chaotic feudal era, powerful families hold sway. The system is practically useless, and his sisters-in-law each harbor their own agendas. As a poor, illegitimate son, can he defy fate and ascend to a vast empire, leaving his mark on history? Or will he be unable to escape his destiny, becoming a tragic cannon fodder, a sacrifice for someone else?

31. 281 临 The Hidden Actor of Lin'an 临安戏隐 The Mysterious Qiuchi神秘的秋迟Historical447k WordsCompleted [Me, a spoiled good-for-nothing: it’s all an act] After being reborn as the son of a Southern Song military officer, Zhang Ziyan decides to lie flat and make trouble for his father as a career. He raises fighting cocks, walks his dogs, and spends money like water. Lin’an City knows him as a complete waste of space. Everyone laughs at him: “Other than having a good father, what can you even do?” But they don’t know that... The imperial wine Jade Pot Spring is his creation, and its sky-high profit 173Reads7.3Score—Shelves

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    🔥Southern Song Dynasty🔥Political Intrigue🔥Romantic Novel🔥Highly recommended by a 20-year veteran reader. Doesn't lower your intelligence, well-written, a heartwarming team, truly a great read...

32. 282 下 Below, the Clear Waters Run Cold 下有清水清且寒 Humble Old Dog卑微老狗Ancient Romance152k WordsCompleted Steal the dragon and replace it with the phoenix, move flowers and graft trees, all to make a wedding gown for someone else. You could also call it The Eldest Princess's Escape Plan. Even a daughter of the royal family has to deal with the troubles of her family of origin. Qinghe, the only legitimate eldest princess of Dashang, was at the very top from the start. Though, as a woman, she could not ascend the throne, she still earned merit through her support of the ruler, with the talent to serve 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    That's pretty much on topic, let's take a look.

33. 283 织 Weaving Dust in the Phoenix Palace: Lady Pan of Eastern Wu 织尘凤阙：东吴潘后 Little Lotus Among the Stars繁星小荷Female-Channel Fanfiction46k WordsCompleted Weaving Dust into the Phoenix Palace: Pan, Empress of Eastern Wu 31Reads—Score—Shelves

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    No one knew that beneath this docile exterior lay a ruthless heart destined to stir up the entire Eastern Wu harem, overturn the imperial court and the crown prince, and ultimately, succumb to an insatiable lust for power that would consume her. The weaving room door opened, revealing a path of boundless glory ahead and a path of deep-seated hatred behind. Her palace intrigues officially began. Ornate beams and painted rafters, gilded candlelight reflecting off the walls. The Qingzhi side hall on the west side of the Imperial Garden was the temporary residence of newly promoted concubines. Compared to the perpetually damp and sunless weaving room, this place was...

34. 284 公 The Princess and the Sword Immortal 公主与剑仙 Zhi Ge Wen Mo止戈问墨Eastern Fantasy1.4M WordsCompleted Atop Lock Dragon Peak, snow falls without a sound. Xiao Jianqiu, the “Lone Shadow Sword Immortal,” is invincible beneath heaven with his gleaming blade. He watches the clouds drift by, seeking nothing more than freedom and ease. The martial world? Just a place where grudges are settled and swords do the talking. In Jinling, behind the deep walls of the imperial palace, Princess Zhaoyang Zhao Jin is born to privilege, yet finds the palace walls too high and her life too stifling. The court? Nothi 2.3kReads—Score192Shelves

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    The opening of *The Princess and the Sword Immortal* unfolds like a vast desert landscape. Amidst swirling snow and biting winds, Princess Zhao Jin, accompanied by her maid Bihe, quietly escapes the confines of the palace and plunges into the treacherous world of martial arts. This scene is reminiscent of Guo Jing and Huang Rong's first encounter in the snowstorm of Zhangjiakou. However, Zhao Jin is not as clever and nimble as Huang Rong; her will is resolute, her vision broad, and her noble bearing makes her a hidden gem in this perilous world, drawing the reader's attention. The "Lone Sword Immortal," Xiao Jianqiu, is a renowned figure, his martial arts mastered to perfection. With his "Autumn Water Ancient Sword" drawn, even the most powerful are helpless. He is aloof and elusive, yet not heartless. The princess and the sword immortal, one noble, one reclusive; one passionate, one cold, their fates intertwined in this harsh winter, destined for a momentous upheaval. The story is ingeniously structured from the outset, with vividly portrayed characters, suspenseful plot twists, and hidden dangers amidst the snowstorm, making it a truly captivating masterpiece.

35. 285 九 The Ninth-Rank Heavenly Doctor 九五天医 Liu Yuanxi柳元西Eastern Fantasy4.4M WordsCompleted What is an emperor worth mentioning? He rules one nation, while this man commands the rulers of countless lands. What is a miracle-working physician worth marveling at? A doctor heals the sick and injured, while this man can cure all the world's ills. He is Hai Bao'er, a man skilled in both letters and arms, with peerless medical knowledge and extraordinary schemes. [Story Synopsis] ■ Overnight, the Lei family of Dongyang Commandery was framed and destroyed by a coalition of enemies. This centur 401Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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    The world is the stage, and the struggle for imperial power is fierce. It truly is a sight to behold.

36. 286 深 A Master Plan 深度布局 Mist-Shrouded Mystery雾锁谜局Mystery215k WordsCompleted A High-IQ Revenge With a single move, the “Soul-Severing Meridian Needle,” he can kill without a trace. On a crowded bus, he makes his target die silently, without anyone noticing. Police captain Zhao Gang sees everything clearly on the surveillance footage, yet is powerless to act. This is the third unsolved case, and every clue points to his own older brother, missing for twenty years... When the person closest to him becomes the prime suspect, how will he choose between the law and blood ties 887Reads6.4Score100Shelves

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    Do you know how to devour your enemy's business empire with minimal cost? Lin Jianfeng did it! He spent two years in hiding, laying a trap: precisely striking his opponent's lifeline (cash flow), cleverly exploiting human weaknesses (greed, fear), using leverage to ignite old cases (murder, kidnapping, medical scandals), creating panic to accelerate collapse (car accident, stock market crash)... Every calculation was precise to the millimeter, every move struck the vitals. Facing the cunning Zhou Zhenghong and his deeply entrenched power, he displayed astonishing strategy and ruthless decisiveness, yet in the flames of revenge, he steadfastly upheld the principle of not harming the innocent. This is a revenge epic that blends top-tier business warfare wisdom, high-energy suspense, and profound exploration of human nature! Open it and witness a textbook example of revenge.

37. 287 扭 Turning the Tide: I Turn Around and Pass the County Party Office Exam 扭转乾坤：我转身考上县委办 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban901k WordsCompleted Ye Guoqiang was beaten to death by men sent by Mayor Fang of Longgang Town. After being reborn, he happened to save Wu Xiaomin, the granddaughter of Wu Zhenhua, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee. This novel blends transmigration, modern life, officialdom, political science, economics, philosophy, human nature, and the art of governing. Every plot point is carefully laid out, with danger at every turn, so you’ll need to use your wits as you read. Amid the struggle between good an 185Reads5.9Score—Shelves

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    It's so beautiful, absolutely gorgeous! A true classic.

38. 288 暗 The Shadow War Between the Eastern Jin and the Sixteen Kingdoms 暗战之东晋与十六国 The Serpent's Ritual in the Americas美洲的祭礼之蛇Ancient Romance1.7M WordsOngoing The title may not sound very much like a Tomato Novel, but the story is great. A descendant of the reborn Zhuge Liang marries a future female agent, a descendant of Sima Yi who has transmigrated into a woman with the same name? One of them goes undercover in Former Qin, while the other hunts spies in the Eastern Jin? And they have a female partner who transmigrated along with her body and disguises herself as a man to get things done? A villainess even brainwashes Xie Daoyun, the talented woman 27Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A time-traveling spy thriller set in the Eastern Jin Dynasty featuring two female protagonists.

39. 289 昭 Farewell to Zhaoan 昭安辞 Meng Huashu梦华舒Ancient Romance151k WordsCompleted As the Great Zhou court is rocked by turmoil, Yu Qing'an, daughter of the Duke Who Guards the Nation, grows up defending the border alongside her father. She saves lives as a military physician, only to become entangled in a shocking conspiracy after returning to the capital in triumph. Her medical skills earn her an unprecedented appointment as Great Zhou’s first female official, but she is soon drawn into an even bloodier political maelstrom. With strategy as her sword and medicine as her blad 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Medical skills, political intrigue, and a tragic love story—fulfilling all your fantasies.

40. 290 天 Sky Warriors: The Battle of Destiny, Who Will Rule the World? 天空战记之天命之战谁主浮沉 The Blade Returns to the World刀刀重出江湖Eastern Fantasy279k WordsCompleted (History + Alternate History + Fantasy + Political Intrigue + Interwoven Foreshadowing + Ensemble Cast + Historical Events Blending Fact and Fiction) The setting of this story resembles the period from the end of Li Zhi's reign in the Tang Dynasty to the An Lushan Rebellion. During Li Zhi's reign, the Tang conquered the Western Turks (657), Baekje (660), and Goguryeo (668), bringing its territory to its greatest extent. Yet from the first year of the Xianheng era (670) onward, the Four Garrisons 6Reads—Score—Shelves
41. 291 天 The Sinkhole Buyer 天坑买手 Soulful Stir-Fried Pancakes有灵魂的炒饼Urban1.5M WordsCompleted Miao Tian, a purchasing specialist at a real estate group, is sent to Mountain City on an urgent assignment. Thus begins a tumultuous, high-stakes battle in the real estate business. How will he face the deception, the ambushes, and the relentless pursuit? How will he emerge from the fog and be reborn through the flames? This book gradually unfolds a sweeping portrait of the real estate underworld. Remember: If you can't live the way you want, in the end you'll have to convince yourself to want 112Reads8.7Score—Shelves

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    Try this book; it has everything you mentioned, but the flavor isn't as strong. It's a workplace novel with strategy, stance, attitude, and deep emotions.

42. 292 墓 Reborn in the Graveyard, I Go on a Rampage with the “Am I Dead?” System 墓地重生，我靠死了吗系统杀疯了 Wan Hua琬华Mystery890k WordsOngoing [Reborn in a graveyard + Death System + mystery and crime-solving + powerful heroine seeking revenge] [Nonstop thrills + a badass heroine + lots of twists + crushing scumbags every step of the way] ⊗ Orphan Qin Mo is kidnapped and thrown into a mass grave. After crawling out of a coffin, she unexpectedly binds herself to the [Are You Dead Yet] System. ⊗ Fail six missions in a row, and the System will erase you! ⊗ Watch Qin Mo plan each move carefully, turn the tables against all odds, and make h 1.2kReads9.2Score105Shelves

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    Reborn from a coffin in a mass grave, bound to the "Are You Dead?" System—failure to complete a mission results in instant annihilation! The female protagonist outwits human traffickers and tears apart a wealthy family's conspiracy. A suspenseful revenge story with no dull moments! [Cool][Shy]

43. 293 名 In the Name of the People: I Take Over Qi Tongwei's Body, and the Handong University Crew Answers to Me 名义：魂穿祁同伟汉大帮我说了算 No Love in This World, Crossing the Mortal Realm人间无爱渡红尘Male-Channel Fanfiction1.8M WordsCompleted Transmigrating into In the Name of the People as Qi Tongwei, he starts by punching Liang Lu and kicking Liang Ping. In this life, I, Qi Tongwei, will not kneel. Whether it's Liang Lu or Liang Qunfeng, don't even think you can make me bow my head again! In Handong, what I say goes! 14.4kReads7.0Score621Shelves

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    Take a look, have a look

44. 294 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—Shelves

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    Good novels

45. 295 疯 The Mad Ninth Prince Wants to Spoil Me, but His Delicate Physician Is Hard to Coax Every Night 疯批九殿下要宠，娇医夜夜难哄 Xing Jiao星峤Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Historical romance + inspired by the myths of the Classic of Mountains and Seas + two powerful leads + political intrigue + restraint + medicine + gu poison The reclusive Wu clan is massacred. Two half-grown children lie low for ten years, moving carefully at every turn as they search for the truth. She joins the White Miao, then the Medicine Valley. When she reenters the world, she is skilled in both medicine and poison and adept at gu arts. Traveling through the martial world, she weaves a net 8Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is an ancient Chinese romance novel about power struggles, forbearance, and scheming. The male and female protagonists are descendants of a witch clan who, after their clan was wiped out, spent ten years in hiding, carefully plotting their way to uncover the truth. The female protagonist is skilled in both medicine and poison, including Gu poison, while the male protagonist struggles to survive in the imperial court, living as if he were walking on thin ice. This is not a typical wish-fulfillment novel; both protagonists are intelligent and form a powerful alliance. It's a slow-burn story, but the plot is very well-developed!

46. 296 名 In the Name of the People: Judging Handong and Saving Qi Tongwei 名义：审判汉东拯救祁同伟 No Love in This World, Crossing the Mortal Realm人间无爱渡红尘Male-Channel Fanfiction680k WordsCompleted Liu Xiaofan, the son of a farmer, transmigrates into the world of In the Name of the People and awakens the [Justice Tribunal] System. Using the System, he exposes the wanton abuse of power and corruption in Handong's officialdom, the temptations of money and beautiful women, and the darkness hidden from public view! He'll use the System to help Qi Tongwei rise to the provincial level, creating a win-win situation where they both advance together. Liang Qunfeng, Chen Yanshi, Gao Yuliang, Li Daka 4.1kReads6.8Score100Shelves
47. 297 媳 My Wife Deng Xiaoyang, I'm Li Chaoyang 媳妇邓晓阳我叫李朝阳 Deng Xiaoyang and Li Chaoyang邓晓阳与李朝阳Urban13.4M WordsOngoing [Realism, political ups and downs, contests of human nature, and the turbulent 1990s] Political connections are the greatest resource. In 1985, I was discharged from the army and returned to my hometown. Though I had fought on the front lines and earned a third-class merit, I was still prepared to spend the rest of my life tending crops. While handling my paperwork at the township armed forces office, I met Li Shangwu, the head of the office. He was a transferred officer from another division in 58.1kReads9.4Score3.8kShelves

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    This book, a tale of love, career, and officialdom, is so captivating you won't be able to put it down.

48. 298 换 A New Day 换今朝 Yan Zhi Ruoruo颜之若若Ancient Romance11k WordsCompleted A New Era 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    In her past life, the female protagonist's country was destroyed and her family perished. Before she died, she witnessed the male protagonist killing her younger brother. After being reborn, she regarded the male protagonist as her enemy. The two engaged in a love-hate relationship until the true culprit was revealed.

49. 299 何 Who Will Walk Beside Me Through the Night? 何人伴我夜间行 Raindrops Falling on the Eaves水滴落在屋檐上Ancient Romance880k WordsOngoing [Courtly schemes + wits and courage + fictional late Qing setting] Would you call her a ruthless, calculating schemer, or a refined young lady, educated and well-mannered? The unforgettable steward Jiao swears brotherhood with twelve heroes and establishes a stronghold. Hardship breeds hardship, but a chance encounter with spring can transform a fish into a dragon. Why did “Ji Liuniang” cast aside the “Liu” in her name, and what carried her to success? A shrewd and far-sighted minister of the co 7Reads7.2Score—Shelves

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    A strong female lead who doesn't rely on external advantages, managing her family business and resolving engagement disputes is incredibly satisfying.

50. 300 梦 Tales of Ten Dream Kingdoms 梦十国记 Lost in the Green Wilderness碧野迷生Ancient Romance721k WordsOngoing [Transmigration + Powerful Female Lead + Six Male Leads + Alternate-History Political Intrigue + Conquest + Love-Triangle Drama + Spy Warfare + Forced Love + Imprisonment + Everyone Is Scheming] No System, no golden finger, and the heroine has no memories of the original host. She’ll have to rely on her own wits to get out of every predicament. . The first man to imprison her: “Let’s see whether I’m more impressive, or your romantic fantasies are.” The second man to imprison her: “Normal sex is 381Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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    A scheming empress, a chaotic world with many male leads, super good!

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