[Strong Female Lead + Female-Centered + Political Intrigue and an Ensemble Cast Where Everyone Shines]
[Clear-Eyed Noblewoman × Loyal, Sly Young General]
Everyone said Xie Lingyi was born lucky: the legitimate daughter of the Xie family, a noble clan of distinction, with a spotless family reputation. From childhood, she was the eldest princess’s companion and study partner, with wealth and a brilliant future within easy reach.
That all changed when she witnessed a fabricated treason case. That very night, her grandmother, the Minister of Personnel, submitted her retirement petition and took her into seclusion in Hanzhou.
Ten years later, using her work rescuing Lanyang from an epidemic to build her reputation, she returned to the capital in force. She used the women’s quarters as a stepping stone, gradually extending her influence into the Six Ministries, the imperial court, and even the border army.
The people of the capital thought she must be crazy. Instead of remaining the graceful noblewoman she was, she insisted on wading into the succession struggle and backing a princess who seemed to have no chance of winning.
The princess said, “Jiaojiao, following me could get your entire family executed. Have you thought this through?”
She replied, “Your Highness is the one who should sit on the throne. Otherwise, where am I supposed to earn my reward for helping you ascend?”
As imperial power shifted and court factions fought for influence, Xie Lingyi deftly navigated the competing forces of military authority and scholarly officials on behalf of the wise ruler she had chosen.
As for Pei Zhaoheng, the young general of the Northern Frontier Army whom she had once gone to great lengths to win over...
He unexpectedly became the son of a traitor.
Xie Lingyi saved him not for old times’ sake, but because he was the most useful blade she could wield.
But he kept pushing his luck, refusing to leave her rear courtyard.
Her maid asked what to do with him.
Xie Lingyi replied helplessly, “Bring him in.”
The young man smiled with reddened eyes. “Xie Jiaojiao, what do you mean, bring me in?”
“I mean as my kept man.” Xie Lingyi put down the documents awaiting her review. “What, does that offend you?”
He was silent for a moment, then wrapped his cloak tighter around himself. “Not at all. Just remember to visit me often.”
The White Lotus Strategy
Everyday Grooming of the Chief Councillor
The Legitimate Daughter of the Zhu Family
The Fake Heiress Was Cast Out to a Desolate Village, Where She Raised Three War Gods
Mastering Spring
The Noble Wife Who Married as a Substitute
Meeting You in the Long Night
The Mad Willow Waist
The Xu Family's Legitimate Daughter
Marrying My Nemesis
Dunhuang Moonlight
Lotus Bone
Xiaoxue wishes everyone a Happy New Year!
As the new year begins, on the day of Minor Snow, I respectfully send this heartfelt note to all the guests of "Nine Palaces Lamp": My first wish is that you, like a roc soaring through the wind, will have a bright future ahead; my second wish is that auspicious clouds surround your home throughout the years, and that your parents will thrive together; my third wish is that you will see magpies…
[The Secrets of Dasheng] Born into these powerful families, can you really roam freely in this world? — A brief discussion on where the confidence of powerful families that even the emperor fears comes from.
As a descendant of a prestigious family with a history predating the Great Sheng Dynasty, from the moment you were born, you have been a "long-time shareholder" in ruling the empire alongside the emperor. Your authority is rooted in your family's comprehensive control over the dynasty's lifeline— Personnel | Monopolizing official careers.
Is she a new author?
The writing is good, the prose flows smoothly and concisely, and the author demonstrates solid fundamental skills in writing ancient Chinese novels. I'll take a look.
We've reached 100 chapters! There will be an extra chapter tomorrow. Thank you all for your support! ❤️❤️
[Dasheng Secrets] Reform of the Tax System
Dasheng is currently running: The Equal-Field System: The state distributed unclaimed wasteland under its control to farmers. After receiving the land, the farmers were required to pay taxes and perform corvée labor for the state. This was equivalent to the state allocating land to farmers, ensuring that everyone had land to cultivate and that the state had revenue to collect.
[Update Preview] Returning to Beijing
In one hour, Lady Xie will arrive in the capital, and the new map will officially be updated and launched. ❛˓◞˂̵✧ A breeze rises in the capital, and the bells toll throughout the nine palaces. The old garden of yesteryear, the new situation of today. Ladies and gentlemen, watch as Lady Xie carves out a vast and boundless future in this arena of fame and fortune.
This is such a great book, everyone should recommend it!
[Update time changed]
Dear readers Hi everyone! Starting tomorrow (February 28), the novel's update time will be changed to 6:30 AM every day, with at least one chapter updated daily. Thank you all for your continued support. I have plenty of material to write and will continue to update!