Political Scheming, Mutual Mind Games, Everyone Is Sharp, With No Absolute Good or Evil, Only Different Loyalties 权谋，相互算计智商在线，无好坏之分只有立场不同

1. 101 与 Plotting with You 与君谋 Yiran亦然Ancient Romance547k WordsCompleted In her past life, she loved him with all her heart and never looked at another man. She never imagined he would have her entire Rong family executed, poison their own son, and slaughter everyone else. Reborn, she uses cunning to make him divorce her, then turns ruthless and cold, destroying his empire step by step. She never expected the scumbag to regret everything and try to marry her again. No chance! But this time, before she even has to act, someone at her side has already stepped in to dea 12.1kReads9.3Score981Shelves
2. 102 苍 Cangyuan Demon Emperor: Reborn to Avenge Every Blood Debt! 苍渊魔帝：重生归来，血债血偿！ Young Master Run Yan润衍公子Eastern Fantasy2.5M WordsOngoing Revenge + Strategy + Invincibility + Myriad Worlds + Ensemble Cast The invincible Demon Emperor Cangyuan ruled the Myriad Worlds, yet he was betrayed by his beloved and his sect, nearly suffering the annihilation of his soul and eternal ruin. With only a remnant of his soul, he was reborn in the lower realm, in Xuanxin Heaven, on the Xuanxin Continent, in the Great Qian Dynasty, in Thundercliff City. Reborn and revived, he returns in a trail of blood! He swears to ascend to the upper realm and m 937Reads—Score103Shelves

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   This one is definitely to my liking.

3. 103 重 Reborn: The Poor Scholar's Doctor Wife Is Forced to Start a Rat Race in the Capital 重生后寒门医妃被迫在京城搞内卷 Qin Bao琴宝Ancient Romance645k WordsCompleted She was the legitimate daughter of a marquis’s household and should have grown up cherished. But at birth, a servant switched her with another baby, and she was left to grow up in the countryside. Her adoptive parents treated her like a beast of burden, then abused her to death once they had drained her of every last bit of value. Reborn with a pocket dimension, she dumps the scumbag, trounces the fake white lotus, and cuts ties with her adoptive parents. Those who abused her will pay for it for 3.6kReads9.2Score325Shelves

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   Ancient Chinese romance, completed 🌸. Early chapters focus on domestic intrigue, later shifts to political maneuvering. The female lead is invincible, with princes and princesses involved, but she's not a saint 😘. The female lead is a disciple of a renowned physician, the leader of the largest gang in the martial arts world, possesses high martial arts skills, is decisive in killing, and has medical expertise. She's the ultimate scumbag 🌵. A lifelong, one-on-one relationship. ❤️

4. 104 寸 A Moment of Joy 寸欢愉 It's an Avocado是鳄梨呀Ancient Romance105k WordsOngoing (A cool-headed, rational noblewoman x a ruthless, scheming crown prince; classic historical household intrigue + two reborn leads taking revenge on scum + sweet romance) Jiang Yue Le died at the hands of her husband's favored concubine. She thought she would be reduced to nothing, but instead she was reborn with hatred still in her heart. Eighteen years into the past, and from the start she was expected to marry that scumbag all over again! How could she agree? She lifted her veil and stepped d 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This is worth checking out! (A rational and aloof noblewoman x a crazy and cunning prince, traditional ancient romance with domestic intrigue + double rebirth and revenge + sweet romance) Jiang Yule died, at the hands of her husband's favored concubine. She thought she would be annihilated, but unexpectedly, she was reborn with resentment. Returning to eighteen years ago, she was immediately forced to remarry the scumbag! How could she agree? Lifting her veil and stepping down from the sedan chair, before she could even utter "I want to annul the engagement," she heard that the joyous occasion at the Marquis of Wuding's mansion had turned into tragedy. The powerful Marquis of Wuding had been assassinated in the wedding hall? The bride was not married, and a life was lost. The destruction of the Qi family had only just begun. Those stained with the blood of the Jiang family would not escape. Meng Yan, who was secretly plotting, felt that this young woman had changed after her rebirth. In the past twelve years spent together in the Mirror of Rebirth, she had always been virtuous and courteous. Why was she now so murderous? However, seeing the triumphant smile on her bright and generous face, he thought that taking her back as the Crown Princess might not be so bad? So, Meng Yan, using the name of Cui Shiyan, the notorious playboy of the capital, stood boldly at the Jiang family's gate before Jiang Yule had even broken off her engagement with the Marquis of Wuding's family, and declared passionately, "Cui Shiyan, the youngest son of the Cui family, seeks to marry Jiang Yule, the third young lady of the Jiang family. We wish to be husband and wife, and to spend our lives together." ---- Jiang Family: The Cui family has always been well-behaved; how could they have produced such a dissolute son… Qi Family: Is this taking advantage of my weakness to kill me? Cui Family: This son has already been expelled from the family. Don't ask; we don't know anything about him!

5. 105 娘 The Empress Is So Cunning, Her Political Rivals Are Doomed 娘娘心机太深，政敌要被玩死了 No Worries, No Worries无烦无烦Ancient Romance416k WordsOngoing [Female-Led Political Intrigue, Workplace Power Fantasy, Ruthless in the Later Stages, Interlocking Cases] Just how satisfying is a truly career-driven female lead? She takes an eighth-rank county deputy and raises her to a third-rank official, and turns a palace maid who swept floors into the head of the Six Bureaus. A maid in her service is getting married? She gets a lavish wedding outfit and a procession stretching ten miles! Want to build a career? Pick any prime shop in the capital! The he 80Reads—Score—Shelves

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   The entire cast is politicians, adhering to a winner-takes-all philosophy. The female protagonist meticulously plans every step of the way, with cases unfolding one after another. Characters are eliminated within just a few chapters. The story unfolds gradually in the early stages, but the pace quickens dramatically later on. The novel's descriptive writing is exquisite. (Image shared)

6. 106 起 Getting to the Bottom of Mind-Reading 起底观心术 Bao Erri鲍尔日Urban1.5M WordsCompleted When I was five, a fortune-teller said I’d be able to read people’s minds when I grew up. My parents thought I was a genius and spent the whole family’s savings to send me to school. But I failed the college entrance exam and became a fried-noodle vendor. That vendor later became a “Walking Encyclopedia,” all thanks to the saying, “In books, there are houses of gold.” You are not just who you are. You can become a different kind of dazzling light. Read a comment on the first page, and you’ll get 225.7kReads9.6Score64.5kShelves

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   Recommended🌺GoodBooks🌲 1. *The Misty Rain Pavilion*: Hidden behind the scenes, manipulating events and scheming for the world. Li Qingzhi, the master of the Misty Rain Pavilion, is known as an unparalleled genius, holding the reins of life and death in the darkness. However, what the world doesn't know is that behind the Misty Rain Pavilion is another person, its true founder, who uses the identity of a playboy to manipulate events and scheme for the world. 2. *The Art of Character Divination*: The art of character divination begins with understanding people. Using character divination as a starting point, this book explores human nature and society. It's a broad-based intellectual game, showcasing the myriad aspects of life and philosophy, revealing the complexity and multifaceted nature of humanity. Readers enjoy the story while gaining wisdom and inspiration. 3. *The Anger of the Sea*: The awakening of a pawn, the transformation from pawn to player. Thirty years ago, a prestigious university student was framed and accidentally killed. He was imprisoned, tortured, and ultimately died in despair. An Xiaohai is reborn and awakens in prison, picking himself up and navigating various dangers. In adversity, the potential of his human wisdom is unleashed, and as he unravels the layers of mystery, one conspiracy after another is exposed, revealing a massive scheme.

7. 107 重 Reborn in 1993: Dark Sea 重生1993，暗海 The Gods Want to Go Wild神想出去浪Urban1.9M WordsCompleted The physical edition of Wrathful Sea, Calm the Abyss is now available. Presales officially begin at 19:00 on October 11. [Reborn] [Mystery] [Undercover Agent] [Revenge] [Anti-Drug Operations] [Counterespionage] The golden finger is extremely weak, and he relies on his own abilities. This is a battle of wits between highly intelligent opponents, so you need to keep your brain switched on. There is no showing off and face-slapping! Ideal for veteran readers. If you understand it, you'll find it ve 258.2kReads9.6Score30.8kShelves
8. 108 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 25Reads—Score—Shelves

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   To gain power, I orchestrated the execution of the male lead's entire family. The cunning and ruthless second male lead, fresh from being a hostage abroad, attacked me. My overconfident cousin threw tea at me in front of everyone at a palace banquet, and the daughter of a high-ranking official even humiliated my sisters... Click to read how I turned the tide! [Laughing][laughing]

9. 109 谍 The Little Spy's Rise to Power 谍战小特务的逆袭 Winter Isn't Hot冬天不热Urban2.8M WordsCompleted He is the lowest-ranking undercover agent in the Military Statistics Bureau, yet he can spot Japanese spies in a vast crowd. He is also an expert operative, infiltrating enemy-occupied territory to assassinate traitors who sell out their country and vanish without a trace. Because: “Scanning Eye” in operation... 187.4kReads9.5Score20.5kShelves

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   I watched it for nearly 300 hours straight, and couldn't stop.

10. 110 娇 Indulged 娇纵 Peach Blossom Branch桃花枝Modern Romance411k WordsCompleted When Jiang Shuyi had nothing left and was at her lowest, everyone trampled on her and looked down on her. Then she attached herself to Zhou Shiyan and became Mrs. Zhou, and suddenly everyone envied and resented her. At first, she thought she was just a passing fancy for Zhou Shiyan, so she cautiously guarded herself against falling back into the gutter. Only later did she realize that he had been planning this for a long time, and that she was the one he had always cherished. Though he had seen 16Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The female lead flatters and tries to improve her life, while the male lead's aloofness is just a facade. Whoever falls in love first will fall first. A group of people with thousands of schemes are involved. The plot is tight, the language is fluent, and once you start reading, you won't want to put it down.

11. 111 寒 Demon Slayer of the Frozen Abyss 寒渊诛魔 Awareness觉性Historical3.8M WordsCompleted I'm pleased to recommend my new book, Dustblade Suppresses the Palace Gate. Old friends and new, come join us in a world of wuxia, where the imperial court stands tall and the rivers and lakes stretch far and wide. Ordinary people lead extraordinary lives. They pursue vengeance and justice with abandon, and fight for their homeland and family. Each person pushes forward with all their might for the wishes they hold dear. 15.4kReads8.7Score1.3kShelves

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    I highly recommend this book; it's excellent.

12. 112 盛 A Conquest in a Golden Age: The Cannon-Fodder Emperor Wants a Restart 盛世攻略：炮灰皇帝要重开 July Season七月时节Ancient Romance107k WordsCompleted [Dark and ruthless heroine + lovestruck hero gets put through the wringer] The heroine has one clear goal: to raise the first woman in history to become empress by right. Her mother couldn't do it, and she couldn't do it, so her daughter absolutely must! So the heroine poisons the hero to death in the very first chapter. Can starting over change the course of the story? In a chaotic age, three people join forces to vie for the realm and create a golden age: Ling Tianxi, with the finest intellige 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    That must be this one. Everyone is a good person, all seeking a prosperous era. But in chaotic times, which truly leads to dominance: top-tier wisdom, wealth, or military strength? [Got it][Got it][Got it]

13. 113 被 After Being Tortured to Death and Reborn, the Villainess Goes on a God-Slaying Rampage 被虐杀重生后：恶女将神杀疯了 The Tang Dynasty Years武唐年间Ancient Romance1.4M WordsCompleted “You wretch, how dare you refuse to take off your clothes for me to paint you?” In her previous life, she was Wu Zhiyi, the legitimate daughter of the Governor’s Mansion, and she tried to save her younger half-sister, who was secretly involved with the Japanese pirates. But she was not Wu Zhiyi. She was a legendary healer and assassin from the martial world, secretly raised by the Wu family to become the divine general of all nations, the Martial Prince Wu Li. She entered the Crown Prince’s resi 158Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A story of dual rebirth, featuring a villain and his reborn wife who becomes the Empress Dowager. Their opposing stances lead to constant scheming and betrayal, culminating in a power struggle where the female lead relentlessly pursues her lover despite her unforgiving nature.

14. 114 兴 Rise and Fall 兴衰 Farewell to Parting辞去离别Historical267k WordsOngoing When a dynasty rises, the people suffer; when a dynasty falls, the people perish. What makes a prince, and what makes the realm? Anyone with ambition is bound to struggle for power. What does it matter if he stands above all as a treacherous hero or a ruthless warlord, when he is both a usurper of the realm and a victim of its wars? 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The rise and fall of dynasties always involve those who vie for power, either by courtly authority or by local influence. It's a pure power struggle, not mindless (two male leads, one main and one supporting). The beginning might not be very well written, please be patient and read on. Thank you!

15. 115 绥 Suiyang 绥阳 Mo Yuheng墨煜衡Historical1.2M WordsCompleted [Ensemble Cast + Political Intrigue + Multiple Viewpoints + Long-form] An alternate-history ensemble inspired by the histories of the Tang and Song dynasties. The title means “to pacify and settle” and “vitality and prosperity.” Twelve years ago, Wang Zhizhou, the Grand Pillar State, died in Chang'an. The Fourth Prince was crippled overnight and sent to the frontier. This sudden turn of events shocked the court and triggered a series of earth-shattering upheavals that left officials throughout t 269Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Want to give it a try? I'm a new author who's been writing for over a year!

16. 116 成 What on Earth Is This? Complete in Two Volumes (The Original Novel Behind the Hit Drama Starring Wang Churan and Cheng Lei) 成何体统：全二册（王楚然、丞磊主演热播影视剧原著） Qi Yingjun七英俊Anime Fanfiction314k WordsCompleted What is it like to transmigrate into a web novel and become the tyrant's bedmate? After a few simple calculations, Yu Wanyin reached a conclusion: she would have to find another way. In this story full of villains, if she wanted to carve out a path to survival, she had to become the biggest villain of all. First, help the tyrant take down Prince Duan, then take down the tyrant and become empress herself. But when she met the tyrant and carefully considered the strange sense of familiarity in his 40.3kReads9.7Score6.3kShelves

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    High-scoring ancient romance novels

17. 117 错 Mistakenly Married to a Spy Consort, the Prince Is Decisive and Ruthless Again 错娶特工妃，王爷又杀伐决断了 Shu Xin舒欣Ancient Romance1.4M WordsCompleted [Palace intrigue + political machinations + powerful male and female leads + witty humor + the fate of the nation] Zou Wanxi, a former special agent, has barely transmigrated when she’s married off to a prince who is gravely wounded and on the brink of death, in the hope that a wedding will bring him good fortune. Zou Wanxi saves the prince’s life. She plans to be a temporary princess consort, pick an auspicious day to get her divorce papers, and then enjoy her freedom on her own. The God of Wa 8.3kReads9.0Score865Shelves

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    This book, which details the alliances and rivalries among emperors and princes of various countries, fully demonstrates that there are no permanent friends or enemies, only permanent interests!

18. 118 开 From the Start, Wed to a Corpse: The Diviner Becomes the Capital’s Beloved 开局替嫁死人，卦妃成京城团宠 Jiangnan Yan江南烟Ancient Romance1.6M WordsCompleted Shi Zheyue was forced to marry the deceased heir of Prince Yan, only to discover that the man who had come to fetch her was someone she had once slept with! What a disaster!nShe figured she might as well go through with the marriage. He wouldn’t recognize her anyway. But then she discovered that he was the destined man who could break the curse of her short life:nA hug from him would give her one more day to live; a kiss would give her three.nTo stay alive, she decided to use her old tricks agai 5.9kReads9.2Score1kShelves

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    The beginning of the story was excellent, and I was deeply moved when I read about a third of it, especially when Yan Xiaoran and Zhe Yue decided to fight against the Heavenly Dao together to prolong their lives. However, the female lead has nine masters in total. Her first master is the Imperial Preceptor, her second master is the Invincible Sword Saint, her third master is Black Impermanence, her fourth master is White Impermanence, and her fifth master makes a brief appearance when rescuing Shihu Sucheng. The other three masters, 6, 7, and 8, never appear, only being mentioned repeatedly throughout the story. Furthermore, her fifth master doesn't appear until around chapter 700; before that, only her first master is mentioned, as he's always fighting demons alongside the female lead. Her ninth master, who guards the academy at a Taoist temple, is also only briefly mentioned. The story then abruptly ends with the female lead fighting demons to prolong her life and resist the Heavenly Dao, focusing entirely on confronting her senior brother from a thousand years ago. The ending is also good, as there are no epilogues.

19. 119 绿 Green Shoots on the Branch 绿上枝头 Light Peach Blossoms轻薄桃花Ancient Romance221k WordsCompleted [Signed for print] [Brave, steadfast transmigrated heroine VS cool, clearheaded young noble] [Transmigration + rebirth + prominent family + household intrigue + feel-good + career building + strong heroine + light comedy] Jiang Lübao, daughter of a censor, was unexpectedly kidnapped and had her reputation ruined. The marriage that had already been arranged for her was called off, too. For a young woman from a prominent family, this was a devastating blow. But she burst out laughing. No one knew 86.2kReads9.6Score9.6kShelves
20. 120 重 Reborn, I’ll Win Your Heart Step by Step 重生我必步步攻心 Matchmaker's Score红娘一谱Ancient Romance114k WordsCompleted (Everyone's favorite + one heroine + satisfying rebirth story + strong female lead + sweet enough to hurt + two powerful leads in their second life) First life: a beautiful, arrogant strong female lead vs. a terrible, ungrateful man Second life: a clever, charming good wife vs. an obedient, devoted husband who can't catch a break A satisfying read from start to finish. The spoiled, overbearing young lady can't stand being slighted, no matter where she is. But... Xie Shiyi's first life was a comp 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This novel is ruined by its title and word count. The female lead is incredibly beautiful, but unfortunately, she's useless and her life ends abruptly. For revenge, she's reborn, and for the male lead, she lets go of everything. I'm so angry! 😡

21. 121 官 Officialdom: Starting by Slapping My Boss Twice 官锋：从打领导两巴掌开始 Little Lotus Breeze小荷风Urban1.4M WordsOngoing Made the scapegoat from the start? Pushed to the margins, with my future and my life ruined? Fine, I’ll remember this. There’s plenty of time to settle the score. My girlfriend breaks up with me, and my love life falls apart. What was I even here for? Fine, I’ll set you free. Don’t regret it. I turn around with power in my hands and return. Li Rui laughs aloud. Those who hurt and slandered me will all pay the price. 31.2kReads8.3Score2.6kShelves

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    Those two books are excellent novels about officialdom.

22. 122 官 The Road to Power: A Clash of Ambition and Desire 官途从权欲交锋开始 Little Lotus Breeze小荷风Urban1.7M WordsOngoing [Political Revenge] + [Career Advancement] + [Alliances of Mutual Interest] + [Romantic Entanglements] + [Political Scheming and Wits] + [Multiple Heroines] + [Ensemble Cast] [The male lead keeps a low profile without being creepy early on, reveals his sharp edge with a roguish charm in the middle, and takes revenge on all his enemies later.] Wang Maoyuan is a "golden phoenix" who flew out of the countryside. The year he graduated from college, he passed the civil service exam and joined the la 17.1kReads7.7Score1.1kShelves
23. 123 临 Ruling from the Court: Your Majesty, Let Me Hold Power Over the Realm 临朝听政：陛下许我权倾朝野 Only I Come to Pluck the Stars独独来摘星星Ancient Romance639k WordsCompleted [Strong female lead and equally matched leads, political intrigue, duty to country and people, fictional historical drama, ensemble cast in troubled times, devoted to each other, with a focus on the career plot] [Decisive female general × restoration emperor who obeys only the heroine] Song Wanyue was born into a military family. When she returned victorious to the capital, she was met not with honors, but with an imperial decree ordering her entire family executed. She had trusted the wrong fam 11Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The female lead is a female general, skilled in political maneuvering and scheming. The male lead is also a general, a descendant of a previous dynasty. Together, they overthrow the court, become emperor and empress. There's no system, no cheat codes, no special effects; everyone is an ancient person with high intelligence.

24. 124 去 Keep the Child, Get Rid of the Father: The Blind Matriarch Grows More Ruthless by the Day 去父留子，瞎眼主母越来越凶残 A 1cm, 1kg Skinny Person1cm1kg的瘦子Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted After being blind for fourteen years, Duanmu Jingshu, the matriarch of the Xuanping Marquis household, saves a fox spirit at a temple and makes a wish. When she opens her eyes, she realizes that the maid who stayed by her side doesn’t act the way she speaks. After their carriage enters through the north gate, it arrives at a residence in the south of the city, even though the Xuanping Marquis household is in the north... The man who greets her has a voice just like her husband, Wei Jin’an, the M 5kReads8.9Score402Shelves

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    No Mary Sue moments, no frustrating moments, super high combat power, crushing enemies all the way, leaving no one alive—a satisfying read, already completed. [Smile]

25. 125 望 A Noble Lady of a Prestigious Clan 望族贵女 Lu Feixi路菲汐Ancient Romance577k WordsCompleted The Seventh Miss of the Shen family has come down from the mountains. From then on, a fallen little clan rises to become the foremost eminent family in Great Zhou. The Grand Secretary, the God of War, the Imperial Preceptor, the tycoons… all come from the Shen family. … Commandery Princess Qingning dies on the eve of her wedding. When she opens her eyes again, she has become the Seventh Miss of the Shen family. To investigate Prince Jing, Shen Qi pretends to admire him and deliberately gets clo 781Reads8.5Score106Shelves

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    The author of this book writes excellent political intrigue stories. Just read it.

26. 126 世 Never More Than Three Times 世不过三 Yu Duoyou余多柚Ancient Romance1.6M WordsCompleted [Strong female lead + reborn + three lifetimes + little poison doctor + no golden finger + political intrigue + satisfying read + sweet romance + reverse raising + romance + ensemble cast + scheming + a little angst] Xia Shi has been reborn three times, and each life has been more exciting than the last! Now in her third life, she’s an invincible little poison master. Who would dare let her suffer even the slightest grievance? In her first life, she lived for herself and married a foolish empero 2.3kReads9.5Score451Shelves

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    These two books are good.

27. 127 我 Why Would a Bandit Chief Like Me Need a Romance System? 我一个土匪头子要恋爱系统有何用 Yu Duoyou余多柚Ancient Romance558k WordsOngoing [Transmigration + feel-good story + Romance System + cross-dressing as a man + nationwide idol + empress + ensemble cast + scheming + goofy antics + pretending to be weak to catch the strong off guard + comedy] After transmigrating, Song Jin finds herself in the body of a female bandit chief disguised as a man. She flees down the mountain in the middle of the night, only to be caught by the wicked Buddhist second-in-command and inexplicably activate a Romance System. But what use does a Romance 455Reads8.5Score121Shelves
28. 128 锦 Jinyue Burns the Mountains and Rivers 锦月焚山河 Lan Lan Yu Chen蓝蓝雨辰Martial Arts105k WordsOngoing Beneath her bridal finery, she is Qingluan, a descendant of the former dynasty and leader of the Hidden Scale Guard, entrusted with a secret mission to restore the empire. Her frail, ailing appearance as a young prince's consort is merely the perfect disguise. Beneath his playboy exterior, he is Xuanlin, the emperor's blade and commander of the Dragon Shadow Guard, ordered to exterminate the remnants of the former dynasty. His reputation as a pleasure-seeking young noble is nothing but a beguil —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This was, after all, a duel between two strong opponents.

29. 129 宠 He Spoiled His Concubine and Neglected His Wife. Reborn, I Broke Off My Engagement to the Scumbag and Married the Prince 宠妾灭妻，重生我退婚渣男嫁王爷 Zhi Zhi之知Ancient Romance640k WordsCompleted The physical book is available on all major platforms. Formerly titled Riding the Phoenix. [Reborn + Powerful Female Lead and Male Lead + Nation and World + Political Schemes] Before the age of seventeen, Shen Yu was the legitimate daughter of a military family who could wield a blade and charge into battle. After seventeen, she became the frail wife of Jiang Manor's Vice Minister Jiang. Her father and brothers died in battle, and the entire Shen family was honored for their loyalty. Bearing 90.8kReads9.5Score12.4kShelves

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    These are all incredibly good books! You can't put them down once you start reading!

30. 130 道 The Language of Daoist Arts 道术语 Rui Wenbo's Notes瑞文博记Historical828k WordsOngoing [History + Taoist Arts + Treasure Hunting + Medicine] A double doctorate in cultural heritage and traditional Chinese medicine transmigrates to ancient times. How can a wandering physician plot his way to dominion over the world? The Dao within the Dao, the game within the game: how will you break through? 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The schemes and plots are profound and unpredictable, full of calculations.

31. 131 伏 Ambush 伏杀 Mo Bai1莫白1Historical1.4M WordsCompleted [Original title: Ambush] Beneath the awe-inspiring might of Heaven, all living beings are mere ants. And yet he dares, with the strength of an insect, to turn the world upside down. For family, for friends, for the burning hatred in his heart, for the nightmares that haunt him year after year, for justice, and for fairness. This story is set in an imaginary world and has no connection to actual history. Everything in it is fictional. Any similarities are purely coincidental. 14kReads8.3Score890Shelves

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    It's a story of high-IQ power struggles, with intricate details detailing the court's intrigues and how to break through them. The revenge plot is fast-paced and engaging. If you're looking for something to read, check it out!

32. 132 带 Taking Power While Pregnant, So Step Aside, You Crazy Little Uncle 带球掌权，疯批小表叔靠边站 I'm Eleven!我是十一啦Modern Romance224k WordsCompleted [A Powerful Alliance + Unhinged Cousins + Hatred and Political Scheming + Workplace Power Struggles + Corruption + Power Struggles in a Wealthy Family + Marriage for Mutual Benefit] Pregnant with twins, Wen Canlan takes over the Jing Group in a crisis. Just as she finds her footing, she falls into a series of deadly traps laid by her unhinged younger cousin, Bo Jinlin. A trap involving hundreds of millions in funds, a stolen bid, sabotage at a construction site, and a deadly car crash come one 72Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Every step is carefully planned, a strategy unfolding from afar! Everyone is on high alert, engaging in a battle of wits and courage! The more it goes, the more exciting it becomes.

33. 133 重 Reborn, the Ruthless Prince Begs Me to Torture Him 重生后，狠辣王爷求我虐他 Village Flower村花花Ancient Romance402k WordsCompleted [No Palace or Household Intrigue]+ [Only Each Other]+ [Both Powerful]+ [Love and Hate]+ [Both Reborn] A Mao / Yun Rong: A beautiful, powerful yet tragic heroine. At first, she is timid and afraid of dying, but later becomes clear-headed and rational. Her identity is shrouded in mystery. Gu Qingyuan: A seemingly ruthless, brooding powerful official at court, but in truth a man devoted to love. If she could live her life over again, A Mao would never steal Gu Qingyuan's jade pendant outside th 2Reads—Score—Shelves
34. 134 仙 Did the Immortal Lord Slaughter the Spirit Cultivation World Today? 仙君今天杀穿灵修界了吗？ Chen Shideng陈拾灯Ancient Romance179k WordsOngoing She fought in a bloody war for five hundred years to end the chaos between immortals and demons, yet all she gained was a world turned upside down, where everything had changed! A sudden upheaval erupts within the Youlong Dao. The Heavenly Supreme is sealed away, and the Seven Immortal Lords fall apart. The rising Lou Wai Lou seizes the moment, its sect leader Pei Yanqing pointing his sword at Tianshu. The spiritual cultivation world seems poised for a change of rulers. But when Heaven’s order —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Everyone is driven by their own stance and selfish desires, but the female protagonist is not.

35. 135 逆 Against the Meridians: Liar, Stop! 逆经：骗子住手 Ren Fanwuyin任梵无音Eastern Fantasy1.3M WordsCompleted [Original novel for the animated series This Taoist Is Not Quite Right] Life is unpredictable. The fit thrive under Heaven's law, Those skilled in force become generals, those skilled in strategy become kings. Born into the lowest of professions, he refuses to live like a nobody, He waves the yin-yang banner and sees through the Six Lines of Divination. Watch him play at being a spirit medium, watch him swindle and deceive, Watch him make ruthless decisions, watch him rise like a hidden dragon f 44kReads9.4Score4.7kShelves

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    Political intrigue, martial arts, crime solving, suspense, genius, underdog story, revenge, comedy

36. 136 病 The Sickly Princess Is Reborn, and the Tyrannical Regent Dotes on Her 病娇摄政王盛宠，娇娇公主重生了 Clouds Flying Through the Sky云天飞雾Ancient Romance557k WordsCompleted [Adapted into the short drama Golden Bell's Mistake: Love's Bonds] [Mutual firsts + doting romance + both reborn + palace and household intrigue] [Stunning, sweet-natured fifth princess × sinister, obsessive regent] In her previous life, her country fell and her family was destroyed. Then the sinister, obsessive regent kept her by his side for two whole years. Reborn ten years in the past, she is once again the fifth princess, born to wealth and honor, while he is merely a lowly hostage, beneath 11.1kReads9.4Score1.7kShelves

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    🌸The Crown Prince of Beilin, and the Female General. The Crown Prince knew that she didn't genuinely want to be his bodyguard in the early stages. The Female General initially only wanted to curry favor with the Crown Prince to return to the capital to investigate the truth. Both were aware of this, but a phoenix should soar in the sky. 🌸The Princess and the Regent. The princess's scheming and decisiveness, the regent's calculations and methods. There was no question of one currying favor with the other; later, the male protagonist awakened and only wanted to restore peace and prosperity for the princess.

37. 137 锦 Wealth and Power: The Concubine's Merchant's Scheme 锦绣钱权：庶女商谋录 Little Hejian小禾尖Ancient Romance721k WordsCompleted From five taels in her private stash to wielding control over the empire’s finances, she relied on the simplest principle: Everything in the world can be calculated. Human greed, tangled interests, the rise and fall of dynasties: it is all just a ledger waiting to be tallied. 79Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The concubine's daughter, step by step, schemes her way to control wealth and power, rising from a weak girl in a secluded mansion to a person in charge of finances, a high-energy and stress-free journey.

38. 138 千 Record of a Thousand Lanterns 千灯录 A Chilly Breeze on Either Side侧侧轻寒Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Mystery solving + palace intrigue and household scheming + face-slapping and revenge + powerful families + court and kingdom] Fifteen prospective husbands are locked in a fight to the death in my family’s back courtyard, while all I want is to become a nun. Schemes and deceit, suspicion at every turn, bloodshed and tragedy piling up, a deadly battle in the back courtyard with no survivors allowed. [The high-born judge of the Court of Judicial Review, who loves wiping out entire households] x [T 22.7kReads9.6Score4.3kShelves
39. 139 诱 Seduce the Eastern Palace: Make Him Kneel Beneath My Skirt 诱东宫：凌他裙下 Wenxin Ruoshui文心若水Ancient Romance735k WordsCompleted [Both leads are devoted only to each other] [Political intrigue] [Love and hate] [Rivals fighting for her] [Black-lotus heroine, unhinged hero with a sweet facade and a dark heart] On the eve of her wedding, Mu Qingruo, daughter of the prime minister, is falsely accused of losing her virginity and cruelly jilted. Overnight, she goes from being the most beautiful woman in Tianchu to its biggest laughingstock. Who would have thought that the Third Prince, Chu Yunheng, rumored to prefer men, would 1.6kReads8.3Score152Shelves

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    This is pretty good. I really like the male lead; he's smart and intelligent. The villain is also clever.

40. 140 权 The Conquest for Power 权征 Riding a Wild Boar骑着野猪Historical1.1M WordsCompleted A young master of the Duan clan, a powerful family in Xuantu Commandery, Pingzhou, within the Great Zhou Empire, travels to the imperial capital to study at the Imperial Academy. He never expects to get caught up in factional struggles at court, setting him on a path to power! (This is not a pure wish-fulfillment novel. It focuses on political maneuvering and war, and the protagonist is a bit of a pushover early on!) 361Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Alternate history, no system, strategic warfare!!

41. 141 重 Reborn, I Join Forces with My Archrival for Revenge 重生后我和死对头联手复仇 Shui Yinan水翊楠Ancient Romance1.8M WordsCompleted [Political intrigue + career-focused, with a lighter romantic element] Once you have tasted the sweetness of power, you can never forget it. Even after being given another life, you still long to return to the halls of power, stand atop the mountains, and reach beneath the heavens. In her previous life, Pei Jiaoran had an easy rise to success. She entered the Phoenix Pavilion and donned the purple robe, living a life of great comfort. But one wrong step, and both she and her political legacy we 11Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Consumption Guidelines: 1. This story features hardcore political intrigue, encompassing the political struggles of ancient officialdom. It's not a typical wish-fulfillment novel. The male and female leads are reborn, and there's no omniscient perspective. Both the female and male leads have their own strengths and are based on historical figures. The female lead is a civil official, and the male lead is a military general; both excel in their respective fields. 2. There's no female-male rivalry or male-female rivalry [no vicious female supporting characters or overly affectionate second male leads]. Every character has their own partner, and every girl has her own strengths. There are no scenes of domestic intrigue or female-female betrayal. Only power struggles and conflicts of interest. Women can also enter officialdom through the imperial examinations and attend girls' schools. The story strives to realistically depict the political factions and factional struggles of ancient officialdom. 3. The focus is on career development, with less emphasis on romance. The female lead is outwardly warm but inwardly cold, and doesn't easily trust anyone. The male lead is composed but actually quite jealous and manipulative. The female lead is career-oriented, prioritizing work and personal interests over personal feelings, and her attitude towards the male lead shifts from one-sided exploitation to affection. The male lead is also career-oriented; he initially has a crush on the female lead, but their relationship gradually develops into a mutual attraction. 4. This story largely draws inspiration from the political landscape of the mid-to-late Tang Dynasty, focusing on the power of the four eunuchs and the power struggles between eunuchs, the central government, and regional military governors. While some content is meticulously researched, errors and omissions are possible. There will be instances of classical Chinese references. 5. The male and female leads have premarital sexual relations.

42. 142 悔 I Broke Off Our Engagement When He Was Poor, but Now He's a Powerful Official Who Keeps Me as His Darling 悔婚穷书生他成权臣囚我做掌中娇 Yan Jingzhen盐景珍Ancient Romance873k WordsOngoing Historical fiction History seen through a young couple’s love and heartbreak The Xining and Yuanfeng Reforms of the Northern Song Dynasty, the fall of the Northern Song + the history of Zhejiang celadon (Yue kiln to Longquan kiln) 1. The New Policies among the people (the Song-Jiao war) 2. The Yun case in Dengzhou 3. Infighting among supporters of the New Policies (the Zhang Ruoji case in Xiuzhou) 4. The Chen Shiru case (the Yuanfeng reforms) 5. Su Shi’s poetry case at the Crow Terrace 6. Longqu 31Reads—Score—Shelves

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    There is no fixed stance in power struggles; some act for self-preservation, while others act for the sake of the nation and its people.

43. 143 嫡 The Beloved Legitimate Daughter Must Make the Most of Her Days 嫡女多娇，须尽欢 The Girl Who Walks Sideways姑娘横着走Ancient Romance879k WordsOngoing Chu Yan is alluring and captivating. A hint of her charm is enough to haunt countless men in their dreams and have them getting dressed at dawn. Only Li Yin, the second son of Prince Ning, holds her in contempt. “Chu Yan is so beautiful, and you spend every day with her. Don't you feel anything for her?” Li Yin scoffed. “A venomous beauty, shameless and scheming. Anyone who falls for her is a dog!” That night, Li Yin cornered her by the bed. “First you seduced my eldest brother, then you lured a —Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 144 裙 The Empress and Her Powerful Consorts: Beautiful and Daring 裙下权臣，女帝她又美又飒 Jiu Qi玖柒Ancient Romance1.5M WordsCompleted [Reborn + political intrigue + one-on-one romance + empress] In her previous life, she was forced to give up her armor. Amid the treacherous and ever-shifting court, she chose to leave politics behind and live a peaceful life with the one she loved. But the result was that her younger brother lost the throne, and her entire family was slaughtered. Reborn, she swears to rise to the pinnacle of power, protect her family, and kill her enemies with her own hands! Her first step is to win over Shen Y 124Reads8.3Score—Shelves

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    Shen Yan tightened his grip on Yi Shu's hand. "Today, Dong Xiaojie, and many soldiers from the Princess's residence, also want to protect the people, but their ranks are too low." "That's why they hope someone of higher rank will stand up for them. It's precisely because the Princess once risked her life for them that they entrust their lives to her." "There are too many people who hold positions without doing their jobs. What Your Highness is seeing now is just the tip of the iceberg." "Your Highness, the injustices of this world will always require someone to stand up and make sacrifices; this is unavoidable. Your Highness, remember this saying: 'If I hear the Way in the morning, I can die content in the evening!'"

45. 145 难 Reborn After Being Thrown Into the River While Dying in Childbirth, She Pretends to Be Virtuous and Destroys the Marquis's Estate 难产被沉塘，重生她装贤良灭侯府 South City as Before南城如初Ancient Romance302k WordsCompleted [Reborn, domestic power struggles + satisfying revenge + sweet romance] Reborn, she refuses to be a lovesick fool. She'll leave the marquis's household in ruins! In her previous life, Shen Qingruo was lovesick enough to marry Jiang Mingxuan beneath her station. The Jiang family rode her coattails to success, and she never complained as her dowry propped up their hollow household. In the end, Madam Jiang stripped her of her position as the principal wife and demoted her to a servant, while her sc 10Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is really good and worth reading.

46. 146 雪 Spring Burns Through the Ashes of Snow 雪烬春灼 The Remarkable Wang Shiyi了不起的王十一Ancient Romance189k WordsOngoing A historical tale of destruction and renewal, hatred and redemption, political intrigue and true devotion. Watch as yesterday's blazing sun is tempered in the deepest darkness, and at last becomes a bright moon shining over the land. Wang Chunxue went from being the prized jewel of the Langya Wang clan to the daughter of a condemned traitor. The imperial decree accusing her family of treason crushed everything she had: her father and brothers, her glory, and her betrothal to the Crown Prince. Af 64Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Strategic maneuvering, working together to defend against enemies

47. 147 红 A Red-Blooded Official's Rise to Power 红色军转官场逆袭 The Zhu Clan's Spring and Autumn朱氏春秋Urban1.4M WordsOngoing Lin Ning was born into a privileged family, but turned down their support to leave the military as the special forces soldier “Mountain Hawk,” determined to start from the bottom and build his career from scratch. He places first in the provincial civil service exam, only to have someone take his spot and be sent to the logistics department. He quietly bides his time in the face of injustice, takes over public complaints and petitions, and uses the role as the start of his comeback. When he is 11.2kReads7.3Score1.1kShelves

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    I recommend these three books.

48. 148 错 Wrong Love: A Life with No Escape 错爱：无法逃离的一生 Qing Luyao青绿夭Modern Romance311k WordsCompleted At the best age of her life, Zuo Ling unexpectedly lost her virginity. The chain reaction left her with no choice but to stumble into the wealthy families' feud between the Lin and Bai families. She was born to seek the light, yet darkness always descended. The devilish shadow never left her, though she was innocent. Fight back? Give in? Join them? The secrets of the past unfolded page by page, until at last she had to take responsibility, with no way to escape... 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Contemporary Romance: Workplace and Romance Novel. The female lead is ruthless, which is why she thrives. Starting with 50,000 yuan, the story revolves around an imperfect female lead and an imperfect male lead. The conflict stems from the Lin and Bai families, showcasing the karmic cycle of individual fate and the self-realization of modern women. Women are never her enemies. Ancient Romance: Salvation, Science Fiction, Mystery, Romance Novel. The female lead is resourceful but uninterested in power, focusing only on solving mysteries. She accidentally enters the Divine Continent and is passively drawn into the prophecy of the glowing black jade. On her journey to uncover the truth, she finds love and becomes involved in the conflict between four kingdoms. In the end, she discovers the secrets of the world, saves the Divine Continent, and leaves the male lead waiting for 18 years.

49. 149 虎 Tiger's Roar Over the Sea of Clouds: Starting with Military Discharge 虎啸云海从转业开始 The Zhu Clan's Spring and Autumn朱氏春秋Urban2.2M WordsCompleted Lin Haoyu leaves the military as a senior colonel and enters local government, rising from county magistrate to a powerful official in charge of an entire region. His wife, Su Mengyao, heads a Fortune 500 company. His younger sister, Lin Xiaowan, quietly supports her brother's political career, while his older brother, Lin Yu, is fiercely protective of her. Their background is enough to leave people speechless. I hope you’ll enjoy my new book. 16kReads8.1Score1.7kShelves
50. 150 医 The Physician Who Served the Dragon 医后从龙 Cui Xian, Who Loves Stir-Fried Eggplant Strips爱吃炒茄丝的崔宪Ancient Romance243k WordsOngoing [Medicine at Its Core, Political Intrigue as Its Backbone] The calm surface of the lake suddenly twisted, plunging me into its depths. When I opened my eyes again, I had become the frail legitimate daughter of a founding marshal. At a palace banquet, I met the crown prince, and his face was exactly like my boyfriend's! Yet his eyes held only the aloofness of royalty. “This prince has never met Miss Shen.” Only when a plague swept through the imperial capital did I save the entire city with penic —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book features a dual transmigration plot! The female lead, a medical doctor, transmigrates into the body of Lin Daiyu (a character from the classic Chinese novel *Dream of the Red Chamber*), a character with a life as fragile as paper. The male lead suffers from amnesia and becomes a crown prince, outwardly cold but inwardly panicked. Both leads are highly intelligent, evenly matched, and this book is completely free of melodrama, idiocy, and boredom.

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