Are There Any Heartthrobs Who Are Serious About Seizing Power Instead of Attacking the Male Protagonist?

Themes such as rebirth, time travel, and cultivation are all fine. The female protagonist must have a clear growth line. All the male supporting characters have single arrows, and don't fall in love with them right away. The female protagonist's power cannot be obtained by the favor of the male supporting characters. The female protagonist must be a brave and resourceful chess player.