Looking for Historical Romance With a Powerful Female Lead and Political Intrigue. No Transmigration or Being Reborn 最近迷上了古言，大女主的权谋小说，不要穿越重生

1. 1 纨 The Pampered Life of a Spoiled Commandery Princess 纨绔郡主得宠日常 Zhao Pian赵骗Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Signed for publication. The print edition is expected to be available by the end of the year. No! This! Is! Not! A! Romance! No CP! No rebirth, no transmigration, a thoroughly evil heroine, a power-struggle story A truly wicked heroine, vying for power over the realm, genuinely unhinged, ruthless, and rotten to the core Questions that come up while reading can only be answered by reading on. The willful, overbearing young princess of the Prince of Zhenbei’s household takes a fancy to Pei Jinnian 49.1kReads9.4Score6.1k14d adds

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   This book is truly the most exhilarating and audacious one I've ever read! 😄 The female lead is intelligent, capable, and has a very broad perspective. Everyone around her, even the minor characters, has their own unique charm. This is my second reading, and I might read it many more times. A good book is worth rereading. I hope the author releases new books soon! 😄

2. 2 昭 The Chaos of Zhaohua 昭华乱 See Fortune at First Sight, Meow一见生财瞄Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Available in print. Search "Zhaohua Rebellion" on any platform to purchase.] [Strong female lead, satisfying revenge, high-IQ palace intrigue, the heroine schemes against the entire harem, a dangerously unhinged antagonist] Song Zhao has always been a woman who will stop at nothing to achieve her goals, and she has always seen the world more clearly than anyone else. From the moment she learned that Xiao Jingheng had chosen her to enter the palace as a consort, her goal was crystal clear: "I en 87.1kReads9.5Score9.7k14d adds

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   A palace intrigue novel without a romance plot; the female lead eventually becomes the empress.

3. 3 穿 Transmigrated as a Treacherous Minister's Legitimate Daughter, She Plays the Part to Perfection 穿成奸臣嫡女，她本色出演 Garlic Bamboo Shoots蒜香竹笋Ancient Romance565k WordsCompleted [Transmigrate into a book + Career-focused early on + Sweet romance + One-on-one romance + Both leads are devoted to each other] [Two-faced, ruthless minister's daughter × Wild, formidable iron-faced general] The ruler of the business world transmigrates into a book overnight, becoming the daughter of the treacherous chancellor. She throws her weight around and commits every kind of evil, with the label “vicious supporting female character” practically branded onto her. She's madly pursuing the 86.4kReads9.6Score11.3k14d adds

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   Ancient Chinese romance novel with a rebirth theme. The female protagonist is clear-headed, has a romantic partner, focuses on her career, and is a strong female lead!

4. 4 万 Reborn as a Phoenix for Ten Thousand Lifetimes 万世为凰 Full Flush, Self-Draw混一色自摸Ancient Romance295k WordsOngoing [Strong Female Lead + No Fixed Couple + Satisfying Read + Court Intrigue] [No Rebirth, No Transmigration, No System] “Why is a woman called wicked just for wanting status, power, and wealth?” Xiao Qi remains silent. Song Shixu doesn't need his answer. She turns and walks away, and the two part ways. The palace, a symbol of supreme power, gleams in dazzling splendor. Song Shixu walks toward it up the jade steps, without a moment's hesitation. 6Reads—Score—14d adds

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   I've found a historical romance novel with a very solid feel to it. There are no overly complicated plot devices; the female lead is the legitimate daughter of a Grand Tutor, and she has been scheming and plotting within the inner workings of the household since childhood. She is neither purely kind nor purely ruthless; she knows how to weigh things carefully and has a clear understanding of the inner workings of the household and the advantages and disadvantages in the court. The pacing of the plot is steady, and the storylines of domestic intrigue and court politics are seamlessly integrated.

5. 5 公 After the Princess Refused a Political Marriage, She Conquered the Empire 公主拒绝和亲后，称霸了江山 Evening Ripples晚漾Ancient Romance395k WordsCompleted [No rebirth or transmigration + powerful female lead + nation and family + court politics and ambition + light, stress-relieving power fantasy] Princess Chaohuang, daughter of the late crown prince, is deeply beloved by the emperor and the most exalted princess in the Kingdom of Xining. But the great clans consider her a thorn in their side and are constantly trying to drive her out. The daily question: Has Princess Chaohuang been kicked out of the Eastern Palace yet? Envoys from enemy states: W 309Reads8.8Score—14d adds

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   For example, something like this, of course it would be even better if it were finished 😘

6. 6 灭 After My Family Was Wiped Out, I Became the Chief Minister’s Favorite Blade 灭门后，我成了首辅的心头刃 Du Zhiwu渡知芜Ancient Romance145k WordsOngoing Ancient political intrigue|Strong female lead|Two equally matched leads A family of loyal heroes, branded with infamy overnight. The most powerful military clan in the century-long history of the Great Jing Dynasty perished on the battlefield in a single night, leaving behind an eternal reputation as traitors who colluded with the enemy and a family of villains. Shen Qingli, the Shen family's sole legitimate daughter, survived among piles of corpses. Branded a remnant of the rebels, she returned 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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   This one has no rebirth or time travel, no cheat codes, it's a pure ancient romance novel with a strong female protagonist and political intrigue. Give it a try!

7. 7 两 Breaking the Deadlock Across Two Lifetimes: I Storm the Imperial Stronghold in Ancient Times 两世破局：我在古代捅皇家老巢 Unconcerned with Mountains and Rivers不争山水Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [Comedic transmigration, smart protagonists, equally matched and devoted leads, political intrigue and murder investigations] Forensic pathologist Xia Nanfeng opens her eyes to find a corpse lying beside her! Wait! Why am I poor and crippled? Did I transmigrate? In the blink of an eye, she gets herself into serious trouble and nearly kills the head of the Seventh Palace Bureau. He is cold and suspicious, closing in on her step by step. “Tell me! Who are you really?” “...” She’s just as baffled 335Reads8.2Score—14d adds

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   A female protagonist's intrigue and power struggle. She transmigrates to ancient times, initially suffering due to her unknown identity, but also experiencing humor. Then, while being hunted, she joins forces with the male protagonist to hunt down criminals, ultimately turning the tables on the game.

8. 8 侯 The Marquis's Estate Forgot Its Gratitude? The Regent Backs Me, and I Won't Forgive Them 侯府忘恩义？摄政王撑腰，不原谅 Chu Diandian初点点Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Luo Ning took a blade meant for the Empress Dowager and suffered severe injuries, trading her life for her family's noble title. She went south to recuperate for three years, but when she returned, she discovered that her maternal cousin had taken over her courtyard. Her cousin had even replaced her in every aspect. Luo Ning's parents and elder brother adored her, her grandmother favored her, and even Luo Ning's childhood sweetheart secretly admired her, saying that she surpassed Luo Ning in eve 177.6kReads9.4Score27k14d adds

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   The first one was a long novel that I really liked! The second one was short! It was also very good!

9. 9 抱 Sorry, Your Highness! I'm Just a Beggar 抱歉王爷！我只是个乞丐 A Brilliant Pen Can't Make Flowers Bloom妙笔生不出花Ancient Romance14k WordsCompleted Sorry, Your Highness! I'm Just a Beggar —Reads—Score—14d adds
10. 10 太 The Crown Prince Is a Treasure Trove, but She Flirts and Runs 太子浑身是宝，但她撩完就跑 Nine Strokes, Then a Horizontal Line九笔横才Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Clever revenge + ensemble court drama + male lead fakes his death and reveals his identity, then goes mad + heroine is his one true love] [Power couple comedy | Strategic mind games | All the right ingredients | Fictional setting] Axiang, a huntress, bought herself a live-in husband. He was handsome, with a fine figure and a noble, radiant air, like an immortal crane descended from the heavens, or a jade-faced gentleman from a storybook. But he had no idea how to show affection. When she offer 1.6kReads9.2Score19814d adds

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    The author's writing style is excellent and seasoned, feeling more natural than some contrived "political intrigue" stories. The characters are more realistic and down-to-earth, and the emotions are more delicate and rich. The seemingly unassuming big boss of the palace, Consort Qi, is a standout among time-traveling female characters. The female lead is vividly portrayed, leaping off the page. The male lead is self-disciplined, principled, and of noble character. The mutual attraction between the two leads is a two-way journey, like a destiny etched into their very bones. In short, it's absolutely fantastic. A must-read for fans of historical romance novels. Trust my judgment, based on my extensive reading and travel experience.

11. 11 乱 After Fleeing the Chaotic Era, I Became the Founding Empress 乱世逃亡后，我成了开国女帝 Nan Wanxu南婉徐Ancient Romance4.1M WordsCompleted [Publication rights signed] [Strong heroine + political intrigue + turbulent times + power struggles + ensemble cast] She’s fleeing from the start, a female warlord in a chaotic age. Lin Zhihuang, originally named Lin Zhihuan, transmigrates as a county magistrate’s daughter, only to find tens of thousands of refugees attacking the city from the start! While others transmigrate into palace or household intrigue, she transmigrates straight into a chaotic age and a desperate flight from famine. The 93.2kReads9.4Score12.8k14d adds

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    It looks so good, I can't wait!

12. 12 与 Playing Chess with You: The Phoenix's Power 与君奕：凰权 Jiang Tanluoyue江潭落月Ancient Romance369k WordsCompleted (The rating has only just opened and will rise later) “Political intrigue + evenly matched leads + marriage before love + traditional war for supremacy in a chaotic age + ensemble cast + powerful female lead + nation and family” In these chaotic times, even a monarch can hardly hope for a lifetime of peace. Crowned heir to the throne at six, named crown prince at eight, and enthroned at twelve, Yan Xi was the “future savior of the Yan Kingdom” foretold by an astrologer, blessed with the Purple 227Reads8.0Score—14d adds

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    A story of power struggles and intrigue, set against the backdrop of a chaotic world where Yan Xi, the former last ruler of the Yan Kingdom and the founding queen of the Zhao Kingdom, spends her life battling against fate. Cursed by a blood curse and burdened by a prophecy of national ruin, she treads upon the bones of her relatives and the blood of the Northern Di, forging her own dynasty with an iron fist and wisdom in a male-dominated world of power.

13. 13 锁 Locking the Southern Branch 锁南枝 Yi'an's Springtime Drunkenness易安春酲Ancient Romance450k WordsCompleted No rebirth, no transmigration, political intrigue, a strong heroine, and sweet romance. A ruthless heroine who plays the fool to fool the wise × a cool, scheming male lead with a seemingly innocent but secretly dark side. When they first met, Shen Ningzhao tried to win Gu Chiyan over, but he looked down at her coldly. “We’re not on the same path, so we can’t work together!” Later, Gu Chiyan trapped her beneath him and leaned close, his eyes brimming with tenderness and affection. Shen Ningzhao l 368Reads8.9Score10814d adds

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    Here it is! 🥰 No time travel, no rebirth, just a sweet romance novel with political intrigue. It's not very long, you can finish it quickly. Ignore the rating, it's really good. The author's writing is superb, every character is well-developed, and the character settings are logical. The villains aren't made stupid just to highlight the protagonist. Definitely worth reading!

14. 14 灯 Dancing Shadows 灯影舞 Bamboo-Wind Gentleman风竹君子Ancient Romance156k WordsCompleted [Palace intrigue and political scheming + a spy in a chaotic age + love of country] (A beauty consumed by love and revenge is reborn through the merciless torment of a cold-blooded emperor, then becomes a spy for the sake of her country.) When Song Lei was fifteen, she fell for the emperor at first sight and willingly entered the palace as his consort. But her devotion to love earned her nothing but the emperor’s cruel expulsion. Unwilling to accept it, she returned to the palace with an unparal 5Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Little fairy, I highly recommend the palace intrigue and power struggle (Lantern Shadow Dance). The female lead has two sides, it's super captivating!

15. 15 重 The Rebirth Game Boss Returns to the Mortal World 重生局大佬重返人间 Little Snowgrass雪草儿Female-Channel Fanfiction1.2M WordsCompleted First life: Reborn in The Story of Minglan, complete! Second life: Reborn, married, and taking down the scumbag, complete! Third life: Reborn as Daiyu’s twin sister in a tale of revenge, complete! Fourth life: Reborn in Journey to the West, complete! Fifth life: Reborn in South and North, where Sister Ling refuses to be a supporting character, complete! Sixth life: Reborn as the scheming Shangguan Zhi in In Blossom, seeking revenge, complete! Seventh life: Reborn as Li Bing in The Great Shaoqi 156Reads8.9Score—14d adds

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    In her second life, she wronged the Regent in her previous life. Reborn on her wedding night, she removed her crown, refusing to let her concubine wear it either, simply because she was a transmigrator—did she deserve it? 😏 Because she repaid a wrong debt in her previous life, she knew the Regent would soon confiscate her family's property, so she tried every means to salvage what she had… In her third life, she was widowed for many years, harmed by her mistress. Only on her deathbed did she learn that her adopted son was her husband's son. Her husband and mistress had lived a carefree life for five years with the money she had worked so hard to earn, before reappearing as her mother-in-law and the missing fake twins. Reborn half a year after her marriage, she decided to turn the Marquis's mansion into a living hell, starting an ancient chainsaw horror mode. In her fourth life, she was reborn as a princess, putting a crown on her concubine and publicly divorcing her husband. She protected her father, the king, and her younger brother, and confronted the treacherous minister. In her fifth life, she hated the general in her previous life, mistaking him for an enemy. Reborn, she doted on the general she had killed. In her sixth life, her whole family was villainous. She refused to clear her name and charged forward to protect her family… In her seventh life, she was the Regent's darling daughter, protecting her entire family… In her eighth life, she was killed by a scumbag. What, a scumbag is the male lead? Then let's change the character. The male protagonist, chosen by the reborn, endures a wrong marriage, willingly bound by his beloved during the day, and transforming into a demon-slaying queen at night. He slaughters his enemies from his past life and then begins to slaughter his husband's enemies. [Admiration]

16. 16 命 A Fated Ordeal of Love: There's No Escape, Even with Wings 命定情劫，即使插翅也难飞 Dusk Snow over Qingcheng青城暮雪Ancient Romance619k WordsOngoing A cataclysm brings the Demon-Suppressing Pavilion to ruin in a single day. The survivor, Su Jing, takes his junior sister Xiaoyue and raises the pavilion's banner once more. Together, they travel far and wide to vanquish demons and embark on a long road of revenge. Knowing that Xiaoyue has long harbored feelings for him, Su Jing fears the dangers of the path ahead and the harm it may bring her. He deliberately keeps his distance, not daring to accept her love. Through every storm, they travel si 13Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The female lead, Mu Xue, is someone who always seeks revenge; she retaliates against anyone who bullies her.

17. 17 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 Romance889k 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 30Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A story of power struggles and intrigue in ancient times, based on historical research. The female protagonist is based on the first historically recorded female porcelain craftswoman.

18. 18 续 Four Years Without Sharing a Bed with His Second Wife, Then His Late Wife Returns and He Loves Her Again? 续弦四年不同房，亡妻复活你又爱了？ Young Master Qingcheng公子倾城Ancient Romance473k WordsCompleted [Clear-eyed heroine + second male lead takes the win] Shen Yan had been her husband’s second wife for four years when her late elder sister, the principal wife, came back from the dead. Her husband said, “You only married into this family in your sister’s place. You should know your place and ask to become a concubine!” Her mother-in-law said, “You’re just a daughter born to a concubine. You should be grateful you can be my son’s concubine.” The child she had cared for over the past four years s 15.1kReads8.2Score97614d adds

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    This book... A story of a concubine's daughter's rise to power... A power struggle within a family... Without rebirth or time travel, the protagonist gradually ascends to the pinnacle of power, and the male lead has been plotting for a long time.

19. 19 女 The Disguised Dragon's Scheme: My Rogue Disciple Courts Me in His Dreams 女扮男装潜龙计，逆徒梦里泡为师 Mu Yanfeifei沐妍菲菲Ancient Romance608k WordsOngoing [Historical Intrigue + Female Spy in Disguise + Ensemble Mind Games + Martial Arts Mystery] [Female Martial Arts Master Disguised as a Man × Rebellious Disciple Who Defies His Teacher] The world is the board, and all living things are its pieces. Thirty years ago, a copy of A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains turned the tide during a palace coup. From then on, victory made kings and defeat made corpses, and the throne changed hands. Thirty years later, talents emerge across the nine regions, a 318Reads8.9Score—14d adds

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    No time travel, no rebirth, no system! A powerful female protagonist in an ancient Chinese political intrigue story! She is the most talented and brilliant female disciple of her sect, disguised as a man to infiltrate a wealthy family, ostensibly to take on a disciple, but in reality to steal maps and aim her sword at the court and the emperor; he is the most inconspicuous good-for-nothing playboy under the halo of his father and brothers, who unwittingly became her disciple, only wanting to lie low and do nothing. She teaches him martial arts and military strategy, takes him on adventures and solves cases, forcing him from a cute puppy into a ruthless general! But when he returns from his first command, he corners her in his tent, his gaze burning: "Master... How many things have you been hiding from me?" She takes the military tally from his waist with her left hand, and offers him a cup of wine with her right: "My dear disciple, don't overthink it, go to sleep, you can have anything in your dreams."

20. 20 错 A Mistake, A Meeting 错，相逢 Big and Little Orange Cats大小橘猫Ancient Romance573k WordsCompleted That year, I first came into the world, and the balance of power across the realm was suddenly overturned in silence. The new emperor of Xilu ascended the throne, determined to bring about reforms. In Xidan, the young Emperor Yuan Xi also inherited the throne that same year. They all said I smiled at everyone from the time I was little. Yet at the grandest of enthronement banquets, I looked up and saw a handsome young man in imperial robes, with clear, bright features, and burst into tears. He p 36Reads8.6Score—14d adds

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    Ancient Chinese romance novel featuring a strong female protagonist; no reincarnation, no time travel, and no cheat codes.

21. 21 谋 Scheming for a Beauty 谋红颜 Big and Little Orange Cats大小橘猫Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted A flood swept away Ru Yu's mother. Everyone said it was a natural disaster, but she alone knew for certain that someone had lowered the iron floodgate with a sneer as the waters surged in. To uncover the mystery behind it, she resolutely descended from Mount Kuocang. Making herself a pawn, she stepped into the treacherous game of power unfolding across the land. 37Reads8.8Score—14d adds
22. 22 伴 A Shared Dream 伴生梦 Sixteenth Moon十六月Two Female Leads117k WordsCompleted I posted a draft. I thought “two female leads” meant there would be two heroines, so this is awkward. And why did I sign a contract? I clicked the wrong thing, seriously! It’s all ruined. 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Lin Shang's substitute marriage was solely to protect her family, but the moment she stepped into the royal palace, she was drawn into the vortex of the struggle for imperial power. She tested the waters step by step, and finally realized that this marriage was a preordained destiny of a thousand years, and every step she took was beyond her control.

23. 23 暄 A Gentle Breeze Disperses the Thick Clouds 暄风散浓云 Yue Tong Is Little Gao钺橦是小高Ancient Romance194k WordsCompleted [Historical romance + devoted couple + sweet at first, then heartbreak + household intrigue + political machinations + infidelity + twists + reconciliation] [An adaptable, sweet-and-salty heroine + a pitiful, unfaithful man] Twist warning: read it a second time and you'll realize it's a different story. She is a pampered princess who cares for the people; he is a battle-hardened general, tough on the outside but earnest at heart. Time may pass them by, but fate will bring them together. She sear 41Reads—Score—14d adds

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    What a wonderful story of a young war god and a princess! A fleeting glimpse upstairs—a source of hangover cure at a palace banquet—is the prologue to the tale. Those who once swore eternal love end up as enemies; the tug-of-war of love and hate is truly breathtaking.

24. 24 寒 A Clear Sparrow Falls on a Cold Branch 寒枝落清雀 Yi Gongjin一公瑾Ancient Romance241k WordsCompleted [One-on-one romance + strong female lead + political intrigue + ensemble cast + woman disguised as a man] At the age of ten, Xie Youning watched her mother die by the sword and her elder brother fall in a pool of blood. The Xie family was wiped out. She hid in the woodshed and narrowly escaped with her life. Five years later, under the assumed name Liang Yanchu, she passed the palace examinations as a disaster refugee from Hexi, placing second, and entered the imperial court. She intends to unco 4Reads—Score—14d adds

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    She was well-read, but had to survive in the officialdom under the guise of a man, all to clear her family's name. However, she became deeply involved in power struggles. Once her identity was exposed, she and her sworn brother found common ground.

25. 25 国 The Imperial Academy’s Fallen Woman 国子监破鞋 Flying King1996飞大王1996Ancient Romance1.4M WordsOngoing 136,543 people have already missed this book because of its title... One-of-a-kind pure heroine + nobody is innocent + romance and desire + the fate of the nation. Beauty fades, and with it, love. Golden fingers are just something people say to fool the gullible. She is a soul from another world, sharp-eyed and streetwise. In this decaying dynasty, she aims to amass a fortune beyond imagination and avoid the humiliation China suffered over the past century. 20Reads9.2Score16814d adds

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    The female protagonist knows how to be patient and bide her time. When faced with deeply entrenched old forces, she doesn't charge head-on but instead takes a step-by-step approach and plans slowly.

26. 26 霸 Taking Her by Force! The Flirtatious Princess Is Out of Control 霸王硬上弓！钓系长公主撩疯了 Spring and Summer Together春夏两相Ancient Romance552k WordsOngoing [Flirtatious, alluring older woman VS calculating young wolf] [Married first, fall in love later + devoted love + one-on-one, both untouched + older woman/younger man romance] Nangong Qing, the eldest legitimate princess of Great Qi, was entrusted with the young emperor and the regency by the dying former emperor. All of the capital laughed at her for being twenty and still unmarried, calling her an old maid left on the shelf. When the young emperor took the reins of power, the ministers pressur 1.3kReads—Score12714d adds

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    The princess's maid is definitely a worrywart; she's constantly concerned that her mistress is too flamboyant and will have a hard time winning the prince's heart. To her utter surprise, the princess directly and forcefully kisses her, declaring her feelings, leaving the maid completely astonished. Learning that the prince prefers gentle and demure women, she quickly racks her brains to devise a new way for the princess to interact. The male and female leads secretly develop feelings for each other, while the supporting characters busily gossip and help them along, recommending this to all fellow fans.

27. 27 觉 After Awakening: A Villainess's Guide to Survival 觉醒后：恶女求生攻略指南 Jade Pillow Star玉枕星Ancient Romance178k WordsCompleted [Female supporting character's rise + beloved by all + sweet on the outside, dark within + ensemble cast] Bai Yingli, the concubine-born daughter of the Grand Commandant's household, was born with a face capable of captivating an empire, but she was so sickly that she got winded after walking a few steps. Everyone thought she was a pitiful girl in need of protection, including her white-lotus, legitimate older sister. But then she suddenly awakened and discovered she was living inside a melodra 2Reads—Score—14d adds

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    "Let him know whether the men of Daqi are cowards or not"—that's so arrogant, but I love it!

28. 28 灯 When the Lanterns Fade, the Calamity Ends 灯明劫尽 Rui Xuan睿暄Ancient Romance859k WordsOngoing [Two strong leads, brilliant strategists, devoted only to each other, revenge, dual identities, dual personalities, an alternate world not based on any historical dynasty, plenty of witty flirting] She is the eldest princess, rumored to be cherished by all, yet she witnessed her mother spend her life being manipulated by the man she loved. Gentle and composed on the surface, she excels at reading people and understands human nature. To stir up the court, she will stop at nothing. She will destro 2kReads9.3Score26914d adds

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    This is absolutely the pinnacle of ancient political intrigue novels, truly incredibly brilliant! The content is highly rated and excellent; it's an impeccable masterpiece!

29. 29 退 After Breaking Off the Engagement, the Foolish Princess Marries the Ninth Lord with Her Four Maids 退婚后，傻妃携四大丫鬟嫁九千岁 Clingy Little Tomato粘人小番茄Ancient Romance1.8M WordsOngoing [Palace Intrigue + Household Intrigue + Historical Romance + Princess Consort + Legitimate Daughter + Medical Skills + Two Powerful Leads + Cunning + Playing the Fool + Reborn + Fiercely Protective + Political Scheming] 99% of the comments are positive! Read with confidence! Su Qian, once the leader of a special forces unit in the apocalypse, died unexpectedly while carrying out a mission. With her portable medical space, she transmigrated to ancient times and into the residence of a great gener 23.3kReads8.1Score3.8k14d adds

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    Xiao Yan, that crazy guy, appears cold and ruthless on the surface, but when his hand is bandaged, he doesn't even dare to breathe loudly. Su Qianqian remarked that this generation of villains is really too difficult to handle; even treating an injury requires a bonus of modern medical science.

30. 30 穿 After Becoming a Female Chieftain, I Led the Frontier Out of Poverty 穿成女土司后，我带边疆脱贫致富 Likes the Trombone喜欢乐器长号Ancient Romance506k WordsCompleted Lu Mingyu, an agricultural science student, transmigrates into the legitimate daughter of a chieftain's estate in Dayan. Her father died young, and her mother took over his duties and holds all the power. But the next day, she discovers that the estate lies in a remote border region, cut off from news, impoverished, and underdeveloped. So she gets to work, visiting the locals and conducting surveys herself, determined to help everyone escape poverty and prosper. But just as this young chieftain' 49Reads—Score714d adds

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    Agricultural student Lu Mingyu transmigrated into the body of the legitimate daughter of the Dayan chieftain's family. Her father had died early, and her mother assumed her husband's position, wielding considerable power. However, the next day, she discovered that the area was a remote and impoverished frontier. So, she set out to investigate and help the people escape poverty. But before she could even lead the people in farming, the able-bodied men were already fighting and gambling, showing no interest in working properly. Furthermore, enemy forces were eyeing the area, seeing that the new chieftain was just a young girl, and wanted to seize the opportunity to annex this valuable territory. Faced with this situation, Lu Mingyu had no choice but to take up arms, internally to maintain discipline, and externally to resist the enemy. Surprisingly, as she did so, the people's respect for her grew. Meanwhile, far away in the capital, the emperor also took notice of this young female chieftain…

31. 31 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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    A blend of martial arts world, court intrigue, and battlefield warfare—the storyline is incredibly rich!

32. 32 人 What Is the World Like? 人间何似 Wang Yuxi王雨希Eastern Fantasy1.2M WordsCompleted Think all transmigrators go it alone with cheat powers? Wrong. What you're looking for, political intrigue, the martial world, schemes, and the treacherous workings of the human heart, is all here. This time, it's an entire group of people, carrying answers from two worlds. Some want to build an empire, some want to bring peace, some want to defend their homeland, and some want revenge for bloodshed. No heaven-sent golden finger, no brainless face-slapping, no protagonist single-handedly slaught —Reads7.7Score—14d adds

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    This book is a treasure trove of political intrigue! The author's ideas are spot-on, the story unfolds logically, it features a multi-person political intrigue martial arts setting, the characters are highly recognizable, and the work has amazed many!

33. 33 圣 The Empress of the Shengming Central Empire 圣明中央帝国女帝 Mu Yun Jiu Xiao暮云九霄Ancient Romance722k WordsOngoing [Coming-of-Age Inspiration + The Ex-Chases-His-Wife-to-the-Crematorium + Tyrannical Prince + Coercive Possession + Ancient Court Intrigue + Mutual Devotion] Pan Yu, the fallen princess and the most beautiful woman in Bohai, is coveted and fought over by many. Her former fiancé forcibly takes her for himself, while the wicked crown prince even declares, “Any woman I set my sights on will submit, whether she wants to or not.” A mysterious, carefree young gentleman who understands and admires her a 47Reads9.5Score514d adds

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    A strong female lead, but that doesn't stop her from having a true love. Promise me you'll watch until the end; the male and female leads go through a lot. The male lead is injured saving the female lead, causing him to develop two personalities: a naive young man by day and a domineering prince by night. The female lead is clearly with the same person, yet it feels like she's with two different people simultaneously. The female lead is incredibly intelligent!

34. 34 吾 My Three Wishes 吾有三愿 Mechanical Wang机械汪Ancient Romance787k WordsOngoing [Mad Queen x Reclusive Power Behind the Throne] [Past and Present Lives] [Sweetness and Angst] [Fated Redemption] [Alternate World] (This story focuses on [Two Powerful Leads Growing Together] and [Profound Devotion]. Sweetness and angst intertwine. This is not a mindless power fantasy, so read with care if that's not your thing!) In their previous life, in the modern world, the two parted forever on a snowy night! He sat in a wheelchair dusted with snow, and his three wishes ended in regret as 59Reads7.7Score—14d adds

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    Not reincarnation, not rebirth, how about being reincarnated without memories? Hahaha (≧W≦) [Crazy Princess × Loyal Scholar] A non-stop thrill ride! A reincarnated princess takes charge of the secret service, engaging in palace intrigue and eliminating traitors while quelling chaos in the martial arts world—a double dose of political maneuvering and revenge! Political intrigue + palace intrigue + martial arts + sweet romance + revenge—a non-stop thrill ride from beginning to end, merciless revenge against scum, a two-way journey that's incredibly addictive, you'll want to stay up all night to watch it!

35. 35 白 Bai Chengjin 白城烬 Red Convertible Mustang红色敞篷野马Ancient Romance423k WordsCompleted [Fallen Princess × Northern Wei Emperor | Two Powerhouses Plotting for Power | Taking by Force | Dangerous Relationship | Marriage First, Love Later] Helian Nayan was born when Hu Xia was at its height, and grew up as the Helian family fell into decay. She had seen her father, Helian Bobo, build an empire that seemed to reach the heavens. She had also watched her brothers tear at one another amid the empire's very lifeblood. She understood early on that a dynasty was not a family, and kinship w 41Reads—Score—14d adds

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    It was wonderful, I really enjoyed it, it's been a long time since I've read such a good book.

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