Any Political Intrigue Stories with Grand Strategies and Highly Intelligent Scheming? 有没有权谋流，大局观庞大，高智商布局的

251 默 The Silent Pavilion 默之架阁 Lu Huanyan路焕颜Ancient Romance99k WordsOngoing In the winter of the fifth year of the Tiansheng era, heavy snow fell over Bianjing. In the Imperial Secretariat's archives, a low-ranking clerk, only ninth rank, was copying an ordinary requisition for grain and fodder. His name was Qian Mo, a younger son from a collateral branch of the Wu-Yue Qian clan. His monthly salary was three strings and four hundred coins. He wore an official robe of blue cloth and lived in the clerks' quarters. In three years at the archives, he had handled more than 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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Winter of the fifth year of the Tiansheng era, Bianjing. Qian Mo, the clerk of the Privy Council's granary, discovered the name of a merchant while copying a grain allocation order. From that moment on, he transformed from a silent copyist into a needle that could pry open the court. From piles of old documents to the Chongzheng Hall, from the Shunhe Records to the Vice Minister of State Affairs, he investigated for three years. Witnesses died, the merchant was dissolved, and old beams were buried deep—but wood cannot speak, wood cannot die. This is a story about silence. How one man spent three years unearthing the truth that everyone was hiding, word by word, from the archives. He never stepped into the limelight. Only that lamp burned behind him all night.

253 帝 The Dawn of the Empire 帝国时代的黎明 Earth Orange大地橙Historical190k WordsCompleted [System + alternate history + gaming + political intrigue] I rise again through hard work, with strategic planning in my left hand and template empowerment in my right. I command an empire, combining the skills of France, Japan, Mongolia, Goryeo, China, and other nations. I create a fortress on a BUG-level scale. My fortress roams the Myriad Worlds. I rise with every step. No brainless antagonists, just grand strategic storytelling. A well-balanced golden finger. 10Reads—Score—14d adds

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This is also okay.

254 重 Reborn, I Study for the Imperial Exams in Another World 重生后，我在异世界读书科举 Lan Xiaoyi蓝小一Historical2.8M WordsCompleted (Transmigration) + (farming) + (daily life) + (imperial examinations) (no System) + (court politics) Chen Chuyi was reborn into a poor family in Beishui Village, carrying the memories of his past life. At first, he only wanted to earn a little money to improve his family's life. But in this unfamiliar ancient world, he was always afraid someone would take his family's money and eat their food. In the end, he embarked on the path of study and the imperial examinations. He knew that only by changi 6.7kReads8.3Score52814d adds

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While others transmigrate to fight monsters and level up, I transmigrate to bury myself in studying and take the imperial examinations—an unconventional transmigration novel. The protagonist has no cheat codes, no superpowers, only a heart that refuses to be ordinary. Watch as he gains a foothold in the complex officialdom and becomes a wise and virtuous minister!

256 被 After Being Banished to the Cold Palace, I Cling to the Imperial Preceptor 被打入冷宫后我赖上了国师 Gentle Scholar温柔文人Ancient Romance491k WordsOngoing [Transmigrate into a book + Subverting tropes + Light political intrigue + Devoted to each other + Not a wish-fulfillment story] Jiang Dai was just a busy modern office worker. She clicked on a political intrigue novel to investigate a case, but before she could finish reading it, she opened her eyes one day and found herself as an abandoned consort in the Cold Palace who wouldn't survive three chapters... No, not even one. Where was the essential System for someone who'd transmigrated into a bo 129.8kReads9.5Score20.1k14d adds

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This is amazing!

257 我 Using Big Data to Seize Power in Ancient Times 我在古代用大数据谋权 Cao Erding Who Likes Vegetable Dogs喜欢菜狗的曹二定Historical239k WordsCompleted The entire court is caught up in factional struggles, but Shen Mo is the only one doing the math. He can calculate supply losses, the treasury's gains and losses, and where people's loyalties lie. More than that, he can calculate... when this empire will change hands. The prime minister sees him as a thorn in his side, the general wants to recruit him as an adviser, and the emperor thinks of him as nothing more than a sharp blade. Standing in court and observing all the different faces of humani 2Reads—Score114d adds

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This male protagonist perfectly embodies high intelligence, strategic thinking, and a broad perspective. Initially driven by revenge, he comes from a family without powerful connections, and his target is the current prime minister. Through cunning and manipulation, he uses the crown prince to bring down the prime minister, with the prince even helping him profit. After achieving his revenge, his personal vision evolves into a global perspective, establishing new rules for the nation.

258 异EN The Creatures That We Are 异兽迷城 Peng Pai彭湃Urban3.0M WordsCompleted Gao Yang was an orphan. At the age of six, he transmigrated to a parallel world and began living in a warm family of five. When he turned eighteen, Gao Yang accidentally discovered the truth about the world: this was not a parallel world at all, but a mysterious realm, and all the relatives and friends around him were terrifying Beasts! Gao Yang nearly lost his life 478.1kReads9.7Score66.6k14d adds

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With a score of 9.7 From nearly 40 million viewers, this film is a blend of fantasy, thriller, suspense, and action. A war between races—that's a grand scale, isn't it? The beasts have domesticated humans as food reserves; trying to escape from among them—that's incredibly intelligent, isn't it? It seems like a story of lambs and wolves, but until the very end, who knows whether the lamb or the wolf will prevail?

259 兵 A Special Forces Hero in a Frail Body, Forced into Marriage by a Female General 兵王穿病秧子，被女将军逼婚 Wind's Divine Tale风传神Historical1.2M WordsOngoing [Ancient Political Intrigue] [Historical What-If] [Fantasy] [System] [Elite Soldier Transmigrates] [Older Woman-Younger Man Romance] [Overprotective Mom] First, the bottom line: I, Ye Kai, an elite soldier, suffered total social death after transmigrating. The good news: My mom is a powerful princess who can crush anyone in a fight and protects me with her life. The bad news: She thinks a strong breeze could knock me over, and insists on marrying me off to a female general as my bodyguard. To st 12.7kReads9.0Score63014d adds

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[Sparrow's Masterpiece] [A highly recommended historical novel with a political intrigue theme], the plot of this book is truly amazing. The writing style and foreshadowing are both excellent, making it a very enjoyable read and an ideal bedtime story.

260 天 A Catastrophic Start: I’m Forced to Marry a Lame, Mad King 天崩开局，我被迫嫁给瘸腿癫王 Who Says Immortality Must Be Lonely?谁说长生需寂寞Ancient Romance806k WordsOngoing [One-on-one, both with no past relationships: the woman transmigrates into a book, pretending to be a vixen but really just a laid-back slacker; the man is reborn, pretending to be a madman but secretly a true romantic. They spar and fall in love, flirt to the extreme, enjoy endless sweet indulgence, and clash over court politics.] No bitter drama, just sweet, over-the-top romance. Their clashes are mostly battles of wits. Su Xu accidentally transmigrates into a book and becomes a cannon-fodder —Reads—Score13114d adds

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He's reborn with his dark side maxed out, while she transmigrates into a book with a built-in lightning rod. When they meet: You schemed against me? I'll retaliate! High-energy political intrigue, guaranteed to make you laugh your head off!

261 诛 Soul-Slaying Mad Blade 诛魂狂刀 The End Before the Finish未完已终Eastern Fantasy772k WordsOngoing "Brother Feng, let's go. My Ye family can afford to keep you!" Ye Shuang looked at Li Feng standing in the pouring rain, her eyes red with tears. "Heh. The sect I built up with my own hands has actually cast me aside like this? If they don't give me an explanation, then just as I built it up, I can tear it down!" Li Feng stared at the tightly shut gates before him. Even the torrential rain couldn't extinguish the rage in his heart! Several years later… "The Ye family? Heh. You're even more despi 25Reads—Score214d adds

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Fantasy can also be structured.

262 东 Dongguan: The Start of Getting in the Game! 东莞：入局的开始！ Flower Picker采花人Urban254k WordsCompleted [Unconventional] [Scheming] [Plot Twists] [Smart Characters and Political Intrigue] Beneath Guancheng’s neon lights lurk all manner of monsters, while rules that devour people lie in wait. With my mother’s ransom on my back, I struggle to survive within Guancheng’s rules, swallowing every humiliation and bearing every hardship, all so I can go back and kill that man... 32Reads—Score10014d adds

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Just this one.

263 让 You Told Me to Replace Rice with Mulberry, and Now You're Leaving the Jiajing Emperor Dumbfounded! 让你改稻为桑，你把嘉靖气懵了！ Great Emperor of the Imperial Ride行御大帝Historical2.6M WordsOngoing Zhao Ning transmigrates into the Ming dynasty as a vice minister of works. The moment he opens his eyes, he's sent off to Zhejiang, where he is ordered to carry out a national policy: replace rice with mulberry trees. Above him, the Yan faction squeezes him dry; below, the people are driven from their homes. On all sides, officials scheme against him, while Emperor Jiajing watches coldly from above. Everyone is waiting to see him become cannon fodder. · If the people aren't allowed to live, then 53.6kReads8.4Score3k14d adds

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This book is good. Although it borrows a lot from other works, it is written in a grand style. It is not the kind of book with underhanded schemes and tricks. It is mostly about open and aboveboard strategies.

264 官 The Official’s Path: A Dragon Soaring to the Heavens 官途之飞龙在天 Old Deep-Sea Monster深海老怪Urban1.7M WordsCompleted Why become an official? For power or money? After graduating from university, Song Qing couldn't find a job. Unexpectedly, the county Party secretary arranged for him to join the civil service through a special recruitment program. Starting as a low-ranking clerk, he devoted himself to serving the people and rose step by step. Only in the end did he discover a shocking secret! 6.9kReads8.9Score69814d adds

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Look at this book; two main storylines unfold gradually. It's definitely a political intrigue story.

265 摄 The Regent King Is Reborn, and Now the Whole School Fawns Over Me, the Big Shot 摄政王重生后，全校都跪舔我大佬 Cai Cai Zhou Wanwan才财粥万万Urban201k WordsCompleted [Rebirth + Shanghai campus life + one-on-one romance + ensemble cast + a touch of political intrigue + elaborate misunderstandings + urban entrepreneurship] In his previous life, he was a regent who held the empire in his grasp. Reborn, he only wanted to lie flat and go to school. But he couldn’t hide his commanding presence, and everyone assumed he came from an immensely powerful background. Given a second life, Zhou Jingsheng planned to attend class, grab a bite, stroll around with his roommat 8Reads—Score—14d adds

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What is meant by a high-IQ strategy? Now I see the breakthrough.

266 我 I Help Ying Zheng from the Start and Become the Six Kingdoms' Public Enemy 我，开局辅佐嬴政，成为六国公敌 A Leaf in Guazhou一叶瓜州Anime Fanfiction1.4M WordsCompleted Zhang He transmigrates to the Great Qin dynasty and gains the strongest support System. As long as he helps Ying Zheng, he gets a ten-draw summon. So Zhang He sets out on diplomatic missions to the six kingdoms. He roars through their courts, berates the King of Han, points his sword at the King of Zhao, sweet-talks the King of Chu, sows discord with the King of Qi, schemes against the King of Yan, and outmaneuvers the King of Wei. With Zhang He's help, Great Qin's iron cavalry crushes the six k 11kReads9.2Score78214d adds

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I highly recommend it, it's really good.

267 墨 Ink-Stained White Lapels 墨染素襟 Daoist Yifeng一风道长Historical315k WordsOngoing [Alternate Ancient Setting] [Forced into Government Service] [Political Intrigue and Revenge] [Corrupted by the Desire for Power] [Multiple Supporting Character Subplots] [Traditional Slow Burn] One night, disaster strikes. Blood stains the gates of a noble household, and the entire Yang family is brought down. The only son, Yang Su, narrowly escapes death. The pampered young man he once was sheds his innocence overnight, burying an ocean of hatred deep in his heart. He has no interest in fame o 11Reads—Score114d adds

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It's an ancient fantasy, the traditional plot is slow to gain traction, the villain doesn't show his wits, the male protagonist is forced into the game, and almost all the characters are villains.

268 大 The Road to the Rise of the Tang Dynasty 大唐腾飞之路 Qingdao Cola青岛可乐Historical6.6M WordsOngoing The Tang dynasty was an unprecedentedly powerful empire, with a splendid culture and the grand spectacle of foreign nations paying tribute. It was an age of love and longing, filled with heroes. When we dream of returning to the Tang dynasty, does the night sky over Chang'an still captivate us? Follow an ordinary young man from the modern world as he returns to this great age of laughter and tears. What magnificent chapter will he write in the golden age of the Tang dynasty? How will he use his 640Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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Everyone says fate is a little joke God plays on humanity, but a bewildered Xiao Han thought, wasn't this joke a bit... Too much? One second he was with a few friends from the orphanage, cursing the coldness of the world and the injustice of fate. Like a mad dog, he was running wildly through the streets with a few beer bottles in his hand. How did he end up in this strange place in the blink of an eye? "It's dawn? So fast?" Xiao Han rubbed his eyes; the transition from darkness to light was too fast for his eyes to adjust. Feeling a heavy, unfamiliar object in his right hand, Xiao Han looked down in his dazed state. In his white vision, he saw a long, reflective object tightly gripped in his hand. "A knife?" As his vision gradually returned, Xiao Han, still in a daze, finally saw that his hand, which should have been holding half a bottle of beer, had somehow replaced it with a broken knife over a meter long. It's called a broken knife, and it's broken in a way that's quite unique. Several large and small nicks are visible to the naked eye on the blade. If Xiao Han were to give it a true evaluation, I think the name "saw" would be more fitting… "Who am I? Where am I?" Xiao Han

269 逍 The Carefree Imperial Son-in-Law 逍遥驸马爷 Drunk from a Flick of the Finger弹指一壶醉Historical3.0M WordsCompleted (Set in a fictional world, drawing mainly on the Ming and Tang dynasties and the Three Kingdoms era) Qin Feng, a doctor skilled in every field, transmigrates into the body of an unwanted illegitimate son in the Grand Tutor's residence. He only wants to become a secret tycoon in this dynasty and find a chance to establish his own household. Unexpectedly, he becomes a royal son-in-law, entering a sham marriage with a princess. Each gets what they want from the arrangement, and Qin Feng only has hi 21.9kReads8.8Score2.1k14d adds

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The first book received rave reviews; the second, a time-travel story revealing political intrigue.

275 壶 Hu Xiaotian 壶笑天 Mutual Love郎情妾意Historical489k WordsCompleted Yang Yu dies alongside drug lords at the border and transmigrates to the Sui dynasty, into the body of the useless heir of the Prince of Zhenbei! He wants to be an idle young lord, but there are always petty troublemakers pushing him to grow stronger! Breaking off an engagement? Fine, but I’m the one breaking off my engagement to you, Liu Wanqing! From a useless young lord to taking command of 200,000 Zhenbei troops, inventing all sorts of things from the twenty-first century, and opening a brot 97Reads—Score—14d adds

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Prince Yang Yu of Zhenbei has made unparalleled contributions to the expansion of the Sui Dynasty's territory. Now, I bestow upon you the Third Princess Chen Ruyan in marriage. I hope you will not become arrogant because of your achievements. What? The Third Princess Chen Ruyan? You're willing to part with her like this?!

278 野 The Untamed Power Broker 野生权臣 Mr. Meow Meow Cat米斯特里喵喵猫Ancient Romance332k WordsCompleted [New book, the score is just starting out and will go up!! Don't leave!!] [Two powerful leads + sweet romance + queen trains her dog + ambitious cast + historical court intrigue] [One-on-one + characters who speak their minds + alternate world + mutual flirting between two powerful leads + intense push and pull] [Rational, scheming female minister × rebellious, unrestrained hound] A modern office worker with brain cancer transmigrates into a frail orphan in Nanli. Her father is dead, s 14Reads6.4Score—14d adds

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This one! Everyone's an ambitious person!

279 十 A Ten-Year Dream in the Officialdom 十年官场梦 Evening Breeze on Xiang Mountain相山晚风Urban577k WordsCompleted What ordinary people see as a grassroots success story may actually be nothing more than a pawn in the hands of powerful figures, sent out to fight on their behalf. To make the pawn serve its purpose, those figures grant it a measure of power and status for a time. Perhaps that's all a grassroots rise to success really is. The protagonist, Chi Mingyu, may be just such a pawn. During the ten years after leaving university and entering public service, he once enjoyed great success. But in the end, 9Reads6.7Score—14d adds

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You can take a look at this book, but due to censorship reasons, some plot details cannot be written.

281 官 Battling for Power in the Political Arena, Starting as a Female Leader's Male Secretary 官场争雄，从女领导的男秘书开始 Liangzhou Seven Miles 1凉州七里1Urban6.7M WordsOngoing The rules of this world are imposed by the strong upon the weak. A true powerhouse changes the rules, making them work in their favor! Love is like chess, politics is like chess, and life is like chess. When you make a move, never regret it. Take control of the pieces, and dare to believe you can outwit Heaven itself!!! 164.5kReads9.3Score9k14d adds

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💫💫💫Over 400,000 reads! 💫💫💫The novel's plot is intricately woven, full of twists and turns, captivating the reader while also reflecting some aspects of urban reality. 🌟🌟🌟The protagonist is adaptable, shrewd in political maneuvering, and possesses a keen understanding of the intricacies of the overall situation.

282 被 After Being Kidnapped, I Kidnap the Western Regions' Young Lord and Bring Him Back to the Central Plains 被拐后，我反拐西域少主回中原 Thousand Threads of Intrigue千丝戏Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Young lord of the Western Regions × Princess of Sheng'an] Ye Zhaoyu was born into the imperial family. She figured she'd surely been dealt the pampered darling's script in life, so she wisely decided to coast. But she never expected to take a wrong turn and be kidnapped to the Western Regions. By a stroke of bad luck, she was sent to the bed of a deranged young lord known as a demon's lair and a living Shura. She immediately switched into survival-and-escape mode, determined to flee back to the 9.2kReads9.5Score1.5k14d adds

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This is absolutely brilliant, with each twist and turn completely unpredictable, making the final boss impossible to guess. The plot is full of surprises, and the author's writing is superb; you'll want to copy every single sentence.

284 重EN Too Many Reborn Heroes? Time to Bring in the Government 重生者太密集？我带国家队下场 Bian Lu边鹿Sci-Fi & Apocalypse758k WordsCompleted (A feel-good power fantasy, with a beautiful, badass heroine who confiscates golden fingers) “Sheng is the boss around here. She's ruthless and doesn't waste words. Cross her, and she'll take you down!” In the year 2323 of the Star Era, the apocalypse is about to begin. Some people awaken their powers early, while reborn people are already making their moves… As the head of a new department, Sheng An is responsible for recruiting and leading all the powered and reborn individuals, preparing for 123.7kReads9.7Score17.5k14d adds

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Sister Sheng is a force to be reckoned with; she's ruthless and doesn't mince words, she'll fight anyone who dares to challenge her! A post-apocalyptic novel featuring a beautiful and fierce female lead.

285 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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[Contending for Hegemony] + [Expanding Territory] + [Lord] + [Group Portrait] + [Refreshing Read] The protagonist is highly intelligent and skilled at strategizing. On the surface, he is a loyal minister and general of the imperial court, but in secret, he develops his own power.

286 暴 The Hot-Tempered Female Officer: Nobody Tells Me What to Do 暴躁女官差：谁都别教我做事 The World Is Too Boring世界太无聊Ancient Romance257k WordsOngoing The number “1” is one of the most fundamental and important numbers in human civilization. It is simple, yet carries profound philosophical meaning, mathematical value, and cultural symbolism. Ever since people learned to count in ancient times, “1” has represented “singularity,” “beginning,” “uniqueness,” and “existence.” Though it is only the first number in the sequence of natural numbers, it holds an irreplaceable place in mathematics, science, religion, literature, and everyday life. In fr —Reads—Score—14d adds

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[1VN Female-centric + Ancient Politics] A sharp-witted and aloof female official tears apart a mind control scheme behind miracles and strange phenomena, remaining queen even in a chaotic battlefield surrounded by madmen!

287 宁 Ning Jinge 宁烬歌 Calm as Ever冷静如斯Ancient Romance699k WordsOngoing [Female commander × top-tier spy and assassin | Two equally matched leads | Court intrigue and the martial world | Standing together in troubled times | Devoted 1v1 romance] The sweeping scale of a male-oriented story, with the emotional depth of a female-oriented one. Fast-paced and tightly plotted, with no filler or dragging. The political intrigue is logical, and long-laid clues are brought back into play. A serious world with lighthearted, hilarious everyday moments, and an incredibly sweet 377Reads8.5Score10314d adds

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In this book, she is a commander-in-chief, born into a noble family, but sent out of the palace as an infant. Disguised as a boy from a young age, she is both intelligent and brave. He is a multifaceted spy with exceptional skills; together they strive for peace and prosperity. A grand vision, high intelligence! [Thumbs up][Thumbs up][Thumbs up]

289 权 A Wild Ride Through Officialdom’s Power Struggles 权力巅峰之官途狂飙 One Pick, Twelve Strokes一拾二画Urban1.1M WordsCompleted [Officialdom + anti-corruption + crackdown on organized crime + one heroine + satisfying power fantasy] Four consecutive top officials have been investigated, and rumors are rife. Young secretary Zheng Gongming is entrusted with a mission at a critical moment. With his exceptional judgment and his dedication to serving the people, he writes a legendary story of his own. What's more, he also has an older brother, Zheng Gongcheng… 6.1kReads9.0Score40814d adds

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Just looking at the title is already exciting, but if you continue reading the plot, wow, it's incredibly exciting!

290 无 The Bladeless Edge 无锋利刃 Tiger-Head Monster Before the Lingxiao Palace凌霄殿前的虎头怪Urban160k WordsOngoing In the hidden currents of the world, everyone is both a player moving the pieces and a piece on the board. Reality wears down the sharp edges of our ideals, and principles give way to self-interest, one step at a time. Behind every choice that looks so bright and promising lies a compromise that cannot be spoken aloud. When the scales tip between survival and conscience, we eventually understand: adulthood is nothing more than dancing in chains. There is often no absolute good or evil in this wo 9Reads—Score—14d adds

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A political intrigue novel. The protagonist uses his superb skills to engage in the ultimate struggle for power in this world, striving step by step to reach the highest position, control the entire situation, and become the person standing at the pinnacle.

292 司 Sima the Old Rogue 司马老贼 Tu Xuan土玄Historical895k WordsCompleted He is the gravedigger of Cao Wei and the founder of Western Jin. He is the “old rogue Sima,” and the last winner of the Three Kingdoms. Centered on Sima Yi, this novel unfolds a sweeping panorama of the late Han and Three Kingdoms era. Witness how he treads carefully under the suspicion of three generations of powerful rulers: Cao Cao, Cao Pi, and Cao Rui; how he and Zhuge Liang wage an ultimate contest of will and national strength at Mount Qi and the Wei River; and how, in his twilight years, 496Reads9.3Score—14d adds

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This work is not only a brilliant re-enactment of the history of the Three Kingdoms, but also a profound allegory about how humanity is alienated and struggles in extreme political environments. It deserves to be seen by a wider audience. If it is published, it will undoubtedly become an important work in the field of historical fiction.

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The female lead is absolutely stunning! Her relationship with the male lead goes from antagonism to mutual exploitation and ultimately mutual redemption. It's a thrilling political intrigue story, absolutely amazing! You have to read it! If you don't like it, come back and yell at me!

296 贪 The Corrupt Official's Mentor: I Secretly Raise a Thousand Officials to Control Dayong 贪官吏师：我暗养千僚掌控大雍 Liu Family's Third Young Master刘家三少Historical663k WordsOngoing After two years of hard study following his transmigration, Lu Heng passes the imperial examination as a second-class jinshi. He should have risen swiftly through the ranks, but his refusal to take sides makes him a scapegoat in the power struggle between two factions, and he is thrown into prison. After six months in the imperial prison, he sees the truth of the court: no matter how upright he is or how much talent he has for governing, he cannot stand alone. Demoted to oversee Su Wenyuan, the 3Reads—Score—14d adds

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This requires cunning and political maneuvering to survive.

298 以 Scheming for the Throne 以权谋君 You Sui有绥Two Male Leads212k WordsCompleted When Wei Chun was eighteen, he wandered by mistake into Zhaohe Hall, the residence of Si Yan, the only prince of Emperor Si Liang. There he met the young, innocent Si Yan and fell in love at first sight. He never managed to leave that moment behind. In the years that followed, Wei Chun, who wielded great power and commanded a mighty army, granted Si Yan everything he wanted and helped him do whatever he wished. Yet though Wei Chun made his feelings so clear, Si Yan never once spared him a glance 945Reads9.3Score12914d adds

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Both are excellent. ① The male lead is a prince who enters the palace disguised as a eunuch, all for revenge. The palace intrigue and power struggles are ruthless and intense. ② There are two male leads. The emperor plays a grand scheme to be with his beloved. This kind of love story intertwined with power struggles is highly recommended. The cunning and intrigue of the court and the emperor's strategies are also very well written.

299 举 After Reporting My Mentor, I Uncovered a City Defense Map Hidden in a Painting 举报恩师后我查出画中城防图 Listening to the Rain聽雨瀟瀟Ancient Romance128k WordsOngoing Seven years of injustice and a blood-written letter have imprisoned Shen Lingzhao’s entire life. The Imperial Weaving and Painting Academy seems elegant, but under its surface, dark currents swirl. To uncover the truth about her father’s murder, she conceals her identity and becomes an apprentice painter, hiding every clue among ink and brushstrokes. When she discovers that a tribute painting conceals coded markings of the city’s defenses and publicly exposes the secret language used in smuggli —Reads—Score—14d adds

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Everyone in the story is intelligent, there are no stupid villains, and multiple forces are scheming against each other, creating a strong sense of strategic gameplay. If you like mind-bending stories, you must check it out!