The CEO’s Empress

★Still in that ancient world where men outrank women! This is Lan's fondest wish. This story is about Lan Xiyan, a beautiful CEO who has lost everything and transmigrates into the body of an ugly empress confined to the Cold Palace. It tells how she learns to survive in harsh circumstances and finds love. ★A note from the author: 1. This story is meant to be lighthearted and funny, with a little angst. The heroine is strong and loves money more than life itself. She's talented, but only in certain areas. In unfamiliar territory, she's so hopelessly stupid she seems almost brainless (please don't hit her for it, everyone. It took so much effort just to transmigrate!). She's no saint, so if this kind of story isn't your thing, proceed with caution. 2. This story is meant to be moving. When the feelings run deep, you may find yourself in tears, but it is by no means just a romance. I suggest you read it with a cup of tea, settled into a comfortable chair with some music playing, and take your time. Don't jump to conclusions or focus too much on whether the plot is exciting. If you don't skim or rush through it, but take the time to appreciate every word, I'm sure you'll find it worthwhile. I'll boldly borrow a line from a reader's comment: “You watch TV and movies for the plot; you read for the ideas.” 3. This story will definitely have its flaws, just like the male lead (and the female lead too, for that matter). None of them is perfect; they all have their own shortcomings, because they're real, living people. Lan isn't good at writing those ethereal, otherworldly beauties. Even if such men really existed, Lan wouldn't dare hope one would belong to her. 4. If necessary, Lan will absolutely delete posts. Discussion of the story is welcome, as are constructive criticisms and disagreements, even arguments. There's just one thing Lan won't tolerate: vicious, vulgar language. She won't waste time correcting it, arguing, or defending herself. She doesn't have the time, and there's no need. ★Lan Xiyan's saying, number one: I'm a scallion growing through wind and rain. ☆Saying number three: I, Lan Xiyan, care about money, not people. If the Xuanwu Kingdom pays me today to bomb Donglu, fine! If Beixuan pays me tomorrow to bomb the Xuanwu Kingdom, I'll do that too! If the three kingdoms don't fight, who are we supposed to make money from? Even if the world is at peace, I'm not the emperor. Whoever takes the throne won't want an ugly woman like me around. I'd be better off making my own fortune and keeping a handsome man! ★An excerpt Life lasts only a few short decades, and youth vanishes in the blink of an eye. If she's lucky enough to meet the man she loves, she will never let him go. A beautiful picture took shape in her heart: a courtyard house nestled between hills and water, with an orchard and vegetable garden in the backyard, and adorable little animals running on the ground and flying through the sky. Heh heh, Xiyan sang to herself. She remembered the song “Beijing Welcomes You,” which says, “With a dream, anyone can be extraordinary.” If you like the story, please click [Add to Bookshelf] + [Recommend This Book] + [Leave a Comment]. If you don't, please move along!