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3 嫁 Married Under Heaven 嫁冠天下 Yun Ni云霓Ancient Romance790k WordsCompleted She was cautious and always planned ahead. A favorite of the Empress Dowager and a rare noblewoman in the Wu Dynasty, she was still schemed against and killed. She has returned, but all she wants is to live for herself this time. Transmigrating into the body of a woman of poor character? No matter. She never wanted to be a virtuous wife anyway. If she doesn't make a glorious mess of things and ensure that those who harmed her get no peace, how can she do justice to the life Heaven has given her? 3Votes570.8kRecs109.9kFans

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She was cautious and prepared for any eventuality. She was the Empress Dowager's darling and a rare noblewoman in the Wu Dynasty, yet she was still plotted against and killed. She returns, but only wants to live her own life. She transmigrates into the body of a morally corrupt woman, but that's alright, she doesn't want to be a virtuous wife anyway. If she didn't make a big scene and keep those who harmed her from having any peace, how could she be worthy of the life that God had given her? Anyone with 2000+ fan points or who has subscribed to any book by the "Master" can apply to join the VIP group. Group number: 542814025

4 盛 Glory of China 盛华 Idly Listening to Falling Flowers闲听落花Ancient Romance2.0M WordsCompleted The legend of My Family’s A-Nuan begins! Come on in! Empress Dowager Li had fought her way through every obstacle and governed the country on behalf of the emperor for over a decade. Then she suddenly found herself back in the body of her five-year-old self. Well, I suppose she’d just have to start over. The new book Warm Lord is now being serialized. 5Votes1.9MRecs295.1kFans

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The legend of "My Little Girl" has begun! Come on! Having fought her way through all the challenges, Empress Dowager Li, who had served as regent for over ten years, suddenly found herself back to the age of five. Okay, I guess I'll have to start over. My new book, "Warm Lord," is being serialized.

5 雀 The Sparrow Immortal Bridge 雀仙桥 Zhizhi吱吱Ancient Romance523k WordsCompleted What should I do if my husband is plotting a rebellion? Xiahou Yu figures that since she and Xiao Huan were joined in a political marriage, they should each mind their own affairs, take what they need, and keep up the appearance of marital harmony. But at the brink of life and death, Xiao Huan gives her the chance to survive... Returning to Jian’an Year Three, Xiahou Yu can’t help studying her newlywed husband, Xiao Huan, with curiosity. That one look is all it takes to land her in a trap... 1Votes719.4kRecs182.9kFans

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My husband is about to rebel, what should I do? Xiahou Yu thought that since her marriage to Xiao Huan was a political alliance, they should each go their own way, get what they needed, and maintain a facade of harmony. However, she never expected that at the critical moment of life and death, Xiao Huan would give her the chance to live… Returning to the third year of Jian'an, Xiahou Yu couldn't help but curiously observe her newlywed husband, Xiao Huan. This observation, however, led her into a trap…

6 迷 Ensnared Heart: Published Title, Palace 迷心记——出版名 宫 Dang Mudang Ze当木当泽Ancient Romance525k WordsCompleted Plain-language blurb: Her ultimate goal is to become a virtuous consort like the one from the previous dynasty. She studies the classics, etiquette, filial piety, and righteousness, and regards The Admonitions for Women as her sacred text. She strives to be a role model for women everywhere! This is her greatest dream, and nobody is going to stop her. Not even the emperor. Chaotic version: How do you secure a place for yourself in a harem where competition for positions is so fierce? How do you 0Votes31.6kRecs264.6kFans

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A simplified version of the introduction: She aspired to be the virtuous consort of the previous dynasty, thoroughly studying classical texts, etiquette, and filial piety, and regarding the "Admonitions for Women" as her sacred text. She strived to become a role model for all women! This was her lifelong dream, and no one could stop her. Even if that person were the emperor, it wouldn't matter. Chaotic version description: How can one secure a place in the fiercely competitive imperial harem, and how can one safely navigate the long career of a palace concubine until a glorious retirement? How can one navigate complex interpersonal relationships, avoiding being implicated while still securing one's own interests? How can one gain the appreciation of superiors? How can one win the support of subordinates? And how should one interact with newly appointed officials or colleagues with powerful connections? I'm a complete idiot in this profile, so feel free to just browse. The physical book, now renamed "Palace," is available for purchase. Please support it! Group number: 49936817

9 冠 A Capital Full of Nobles 冠盖满京华 Fu Tian府天Ancient Romance1.9M WordsCompleted Reborn into a marquis household in the capital, with a wicked uncle in charge and an orphaned girl and her younger brother forced to depend on others, how hard can life get? In this brand-new dynasty founded by people reborn into the past, the days of driving the Yuan barbarians north, sailing the seas, and inventing all sorts of things are already over. Chen Lan thought that once she turned her fortunes around and settled her marriage, she could finally rest easy, but trouble kept coming. Since 0Votes969.8kRecs225.2kFans

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Reborn into a noble family in the capital, how difficult is it for an orphan girl and her younger brother to live under someone else's roof when their wicked uncle is in power? In this new dynasty created by the reborn, the days of chasing the Yuan invaders northward and sailing the oceans to make inventions are over. Chen Lan thought that he could rest easy once he turned the tables and settled his marriage, but troubles continued to arise. Since her predecessors have already made a big splash, why shouldn't she be more low-key and quietly influence others?

12 庶 The Concubine's Daughter's Strategy (Original Novel of The Sword and the Brocade) 庶女攻略（《锦心似玉》原著） Zhizhi吱吱Ancient Romance2.4M WordsCompleted The original novel of The Sword and the Brocade, starring Wallace Chung and Seven Tan. Birdsong echoes as the distant mountains unfold; mist fills the woods as she wanders alone. In the clear haze, she hears the willows being cut; climbing the tower, she gazes into the distance, waiting for him to come. Amid embroidered silks and jeweled ornaments, she is merely a low-status concubine-born daughter... In short, it is the story of a concubine-born daughter striving to rise! 9Votes2.6MRecs761.5kFans

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The original novel of "The Sword and the Brocade", starring Wallace Chung and Tan Songyun. Birdsong echoes across the distant mountains, while mist lingers alone in the forest. A gentle mist carries the scent of willow branches; I climb the tower to await your arrival. Amidst brocade and jewels, she was merely a lowly concubine's daughter... In short, it's a story of a concubine's daughter's struggle for success!

13 长 The Eldest Daughter 长嫡 Wan'erwr莞尔wrAncient Romance1.4M WordsCompleted The Xie family is scheming to claim the Fu family's century-old fortune. Marquis Fu is scheming for power and a bright future. In her dreams, she is a discarded pawn, sacrificed in their power game. Her mother takes her own life by jumping into a well, and she is hastily married off to the Lu family's impoverished son, a man renowned throughout the land. Yet she dies young, in the prime of her life. When she opens her eyes, she lets out a cold laugh. You'd all better repent! 1Votes844.4kRecs529.3kFans

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What Xie was plotting was the Fu family's century-long fortune. Lord Fu is after power and a promising future. In her dream, she was a useless pawn who lost the game. Her mother committed suicide, and she was hastily married off to a famous but poor young man from the Lu family. However, she died young in the prime of her life. When she opened her eyes and woke up, she sneered, "You all should repent!"

14 朱 Zhu Yan, the Female General 朱颜女将 Winding Through the Years绾绾流年Ancient Romance488k WordsCompleted She is the eldest daughter of the powerful Mu family of the Chiqiong Kingdom, a ruthless female assassin in the dead of night and a decisive, merciless general on the battlefield. She never cared for pretty dresses, preferring blades and weapons. At nine, she followed her father into battle to fight the enemy, and from then on, she resolved to carve her way across the battlefield and live life on her own terms. But then her father mysteriously disappeared, the military power in her hands was tak 0Votes101.2kRecs138.1kFans

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She, the eldest daughter of the powerful Mu family in the Crimson Sky Kingdom, a ruthless assassin in the night, and a decisive and merciless general on the battlefield. From a young age, she disliked finery, preferring only swordsmanship. At nine, she joined her father in battle, determined to slaughter enemies on the battlefield and live a life of unbridled joy. But then her father mysteriously disappeared, his military power was stripped from her, and her followers turned against her. She alone shoulders the burden of her family, searching for her father and the truth behind the conspiracy... Despite her pride and arrogance, she was willing to reveal her girlish side to one person. Even if that person was a general from an enemy country, she would still go without hesitation, only willing to overcome all obstacles with him and walk hand in hand. One day, a series of traps and her lover's betrayal left her physically and emotionally scarred. She finally realized that there was always another figure by her side. The world called him cold-blooded and ruthless, yet he alone offered her warm companionship and silent protection. Only in his presence could she remove all her masks. This time, will she let go of her obsessions and take his hand?

16 大 Grand Dressing 大妆 Bronze Ears of Grain青铜穗Ancient Romance1.4M WordsCompleted In her previous life, she was the eldest granddaughter of the main branch of the family. After disaster struck, she wandered from place to place and died a miserable death. In this life, she reclines on a chaise longue, watching the powerful minister of the court kneel before her. Coolly, she flicks a speck of rouge from her fingertip. “Too late, Third Uncle.” A truly masterful player in the inner-household battles knows how to devour without leaving a trace, and kill without shedding a drop of 0Votes102.5kRecs208.7kFans

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In her previous life, as the eldest granddaughter of the main branch of the family, she suffered a tragic death and wandering after a family upheaval. In this life, she leaned against the soft couch, looking at the powerful minister kneeling before her. A tiny speck of rouge flicked from the fingertip —It's too late, Uncle. A truly skilled master of palace intrigue, They must be able to eat people without spitting out the bones, and kill people without drawing blood. From the eldest daughter of a widow, who was forbidden from marrying under the "five prohibitions" (a traditional Chinese custom), to a glamorous and honorable noblewoman in her ceremonial attire. It's not just about a bit of luck, but also about having a keen eye! My completed novel, "The Virtuous Lady," is already available. Feel free to jump on both my new and old projects!

17 末 Apocalypse Online 末日在线 Piao Ling朴零Space Sci-Fi1.6M WordsOngoing Monsters run rampant, and Earth suddenly transforms into a game world. Are aliens toying with us, or is this the end of the universe? After eight years of struggle and finally avenging her bitter enemy, the terrifying witch is reborn in a parallel world. A new life begins in a completely different way. “...Earth Online has finished loading. Game activated. Welcome, player. Log in, ” Are you ready? 3Votes444.6kRecs105.2kFans

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Monsters roam freely, and Earth has suddenly become a playground. Is it aliens playing tricks, or the end of the universe? After eight years of struggle, she finally avenges her family and is reborn in a parallel world, starting a new life with a completely different beginning. "... Earth Online has finished loading and is now activated. Welcome to log in!" Are you ready? Join our online book club for "Apocalypse Online": 486213904. Send a message with any character name to join! Returning on July 1st, updates resume.

18 乌 Dark Clouds Meet the Bright Moon 乌云遇皎月 Ding Mo丁墨Modern Romance310k WordsCompleted She was like a little sun, while I was a traveler lying beneath it. Bathed in her light, I finally looked up and cried. A love story between a tough-as-nails auto mechanic and a sweet, goofy novelist. 0Votes25kRecs19.9kFans

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She's like a little sun. I am a traveler lying in the sun. Because of her light, she finally looked up and cried. —— A love story between a tough car mechanic and a cute female writer.

19 喜 A Joyous Match 喜良缘 Searching for Lost Love寻找失落的爱情Ancient Romance1.8M WordsCompleted Reading people's expressions and getting along with everyone? That's our strong suit! Playing dumb and pretending to be a fool while secretly outsmarting everyone? That's our specialty! So what if I transmigrated into the body of a lowly, unloved concubine's daughter? I'll borrow the east wind, secure a match as precious as gold and jade, and live a life of glory and freedom! 0Votes236.1kRecs197.3kFans

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Reading between the lines and navigating social situations with ease? That's our forte! Pretending to be stupid and foolish to outsmart others? That's my specialty! So what if I transmigrate into the body of a lowly, unloved concubine's daughter? With a clever stroke of luck, I can still find a perfect match and live a life of luxury and ease!

20 大 The Grand Incense Master 大香师 Mu Shuiyou沐水游Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted A world where the art of incense reigns supreme, and a fantastical, dazzling legend. * She came from the mud. Fine clothes could not conceal her humble origins. Amidst the fragrant robes and jeweled hairpins, she was just a grubby little girl. . *, * The author has six completed books. Visit the author's page to find them. ^^ 0Votes226.2kRecs49.3kFans

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A world where incense is revered, a fantastical and magnificent legend. * She came from the mud, and her noble origins could not be concealed by her fine clothes. Amidst the fragrance of her clothes and the sway of her hair, she was a dirty child. . There are already six completed books; you can see them in the author's profile. ^^

23 皇 A Dream That Shook the Dynasty 皇朝惊梦 The Pisces Rabbit双鱼的兔子Ancient Romance608k WordsCompleted The palace towers are admired by all beneath the heavens, And memories of the past make one yearn to return. Awake, yet unable to tell what is real and what is not, In dreams, I ask the heavens: what is love? During the Chengtong era of the Dayue dynasty, Mu Ye, the posthumous son of Emperor Renzong and Empress Mingxiao, lives far from the turmoil, leading a quiet, ordinary life. But an unforeseen upheaval forces him to flee with Minyue to the capital. From that moment on, Mu Ye's arrival sets o 0Votes3.8kRecs64Fans

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The imperial palace is admired by all under heaven. I long to return to the past. Awakened, unable to distinguish between reality and illusion. In my dream, I asked the heavens what love is. During the reign of Emperor Renzong of Da Yue, Mu Ye, the posthumous son of the late Emperor Renzong and Empress Mingxiao, lived a peaceful and ordinary life away from the turmoil. However, a sudden change forced Mu Ye to flee to the capital with Min Yue. Thus, Mu Ye's appearance once again triggered a bloody storm in the Da Yue Dynasty.

26 天 Destined to Be a Queen 天命为凰 Yun Ji云芨Xianxia Romance1.8M WordsCompleted Lu Mingshu has never believed in fate. Not when her father remarried and her family fell apart, nor when she was abandoned in a mountain valley to fend for herself. Not when she lacked the resources to cultivate, and even less when everyone turned against her. She clawed her way up from the dust, and in a single day soared to the clouds, drawing the world’s attention! If justice won’t come to me, I’ll take it for myself. If fate won’t grant me a way forward, I’ll carve one out. So what if fate h 0Votes1.3MRecs821.6kFans

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Lu Mingshu never believed in fate. He didn't believe it when his father remarried and his family was ruined, and he still didn't believe it when he was abandoned in the valley to fend for himself. They don't believe it when they lack resources and find it difficult to cultivate, and they believe it even less when faced with condemnation from everyone. Little by little, they rise from the dust, and in one day they soar to the top, attracting the world's attention! Since justice will not come to me, I will go and get it myself. If fate is unkind, I will forge my own path to survival. What does fate matter? I will become a phoenix! "What a heartless woman! She risked her life for you, schemed and plotted for you, and even stood up against the world for you. Aren't you even a little bit moved?" "Yes, what do you like about a heartless woman like me?"

27 有 The Phoenix Has Arrived 有凤来仪 A Woman一个女人Ancient Romance2.0M WordsCompleted In the largest courtyard under heaven, there is also more right and wrong than anywhere else. Step by step, watch how the little orphan Hong Luan makes flowers bloom with every step. The cover was passionately created by the enthusiastic reader Lian Feng. Many thanks! 0Votes543.6kRecs154kFans

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The largest courtyard in the world contains the most disputes. Step by step, watch how the orphaned girl Hongluan blossoms along her journey. The cover was enthusiastically designed by our book lover, Lianfeng. Thank you!

28 琅 Nirvana in Fire 琅琊榜 Hai Yan海宴Ancient Romance746k WordsCompleted The Langya List, a tale of changing fortunes, gathers the realm’s extraordinary talents. It tells the story of Mei Changsu, the “Qilin Genius,” whose unmatched brilliance allows him, despite his frail health, to unravel layer upon layer of mystery and outwit treacherous villains. He seeks revenge to clear the name of those wrongfully condemned years ago and help a new ruler ascend the throne. From a resolutely masculine perspective, it reflects the profound loyalty and enduring bonds between men 1Votes1.5MRecs745.3kFans

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The Langya List, a scroll of historical tales, encompasses all the extraordinary talents of the world. It tells the story of Mei Changsu, the brilliant strategist known as the "Kirin Scholar," who, despite his frail health, unravels a web of intrigue and outwits treacherous officials to clear his name of a long-standing injustice and support a new emperor. The story reflects the unwavering loyalty and camaraderie among men from a masculine perspective, and sings a song of transformation for passionate men. The TV series Nirvana in Fire, co-directed by Kong Sheng and Li Xue, and starring Hu Ge, Wang Kai, Liu Tao, and others, premiered on September 19, 2015.

29 篆 The Record of Seal Incense 篆香录 Water's Edge水际Ancient Romance973k WordsCompleted After being reborn, An Lingzhi only wanted to make incense and search for the man she could never forget. She never expected that she had been living under his wing all along! If she hadn’t stumbled upon his twenty-year plan by sheer coincidence, she would have kept being a fool! An Lingzhi was furious. “Why didn’t you tell me sooner?” He said, “The road ahead is perilous, and death is all but certain. Will you come with me?” Also known as Where Did My Childhood Friend Go?, and, for the second 0Votes11.3kRecs22.5kFans

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The reborn An Lingzhi originally only wanted to make incense and find the one she could never forget. I never imagined that I had been under his wing all along! If she hadn't accidentally stumbled upon his grand plan that he had been meticulously crafting for twenty years, she would still be a fool! An Lingzhi was very angry: Why didn't you tell me sooner? Someone: The road ahead is fraught with danger, a life-or-death situation. Do you want to come with me? Also known as "Where Did My Childhood Sweetheart Go?" And "Let's All Go Undercover".

35 九 The Splendor of the Nine Netherworlds 九幽风华录 The Wind Sleeps, the Flowers Still Bloom风眠花未歇Ancient Romance318k WordsCompleted Gu Jin and Su Qianyu never intended to fight for power. But when someone places the fate of the Emperor Star and the Imperial Jade Seal right before them, how could they refuse the realm stretching ten thousand li? Su Qianyu: Yes! Gu Jin: Ahem, I’ll do whatever my wife says! 0Votes503Recs63Fans

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Gu Jin and Su Qianyu's original intention was not to compete. However, someone presented them with the destiny of an emperor and the imperial seal, asking if they wanted this vast land. Su Qianyu: Yes! Gu Jin: Cough, I'll listen to my wife!

36 掌 The Mistress of the Household 掌家娘子 Yun Ni云霓Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Her birth mother was cast out by her father, and her stepmother plotted to frame her. Was her life destined to end like this? For Yao Wanning, this was only the beginning. From now on, she would stop being cautious and swallowing her anger, and would make sure the wicked suffered to the fullest. A modern psychologist arrives in ancient times. She'll have to deal with household, business, and palace rivalries alike. After all, she's the lady in charge of the family. P.S. And then there's him. No 0Votes257.5kRecs191.4kFans

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His birth mother was divorced by his father, and his stepmother plotted against him. Was this how his life was going to end? For Yao Wanning, this was just the beginning. From now on, she would no longer be cautious or restrained, but would vow to thoroughly humiliate the bad guys. When a modern psychologist arrives in ancient times, she'll inevitably encounter power struggles within the household, in business, and in the palace—after all, she's the lady of the house. P. S.: And then there's him. No matter how well you plan and strategize, you'll still fall in one fell swoop, simply because you don't know me, but I do know you. Waaah~ I finally fell in love with a wife, so I have to act cute, roll around on the ground, and act spoiled to marry her and take her home to manage the household. Yun Ni's completed novels, "The Commoner's Difficulty in Obeying Fate," "The Return of Nobles to the Door," and "The Auspicious Time for Healing," are all top-notch works by the author, so feel free to jump in! Please collect, click, leave comments, and vote! I love you all! Welcome to read the new book by the cult leader, "Marrying the World's Crown". Book ID: 1011258077

37 覆 Splendor in the Palm of Her Hand 覆手繁华 Yun Ni云霓Ancient Romance1.7M WordsCompleted She was blind, and had lived in darkness for twenty years. In the end, she was framed for adultery and killed. When she opened her eyes again, she saw a world full of color. With a turn of her hand, she could summon desolation; with another, she could bring forth splendor. Everything depended on a single thought. P.S. He knew that to marry that decisive woman, he would have to snatch her away, make a scene, and shamelessly refuse to take no for an answer. Still not enough? Then he could only pla 7Votes1.1MRecs620kFans

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She was blind and had lived in darkness for twenty years. He was ultimately framed for adultery and killed. When she opened her eyes again, she saw this colorful world. —Turning one hand reveals desolation, turning the other hand reveals prosperity. Everything was up to her in a single thought. P. S.: He knew that the decisive woman had to resort to three tactics—stealing, making a scene, and being shameless—to win her over. Not enough? Then he can only play the role of a cunning and scheming woman to lure her into his trap, otherwise how could he dare to call himself a doting husband? Cruelty to the worst, manage your family, pacify the world—how can you be truly satisfied without any one of these? VIP reader group: 542814025; Regular reader group: 43434563 Welcome to read the new book by the cult leader, "Marrying the World's Crown". Book ID: 1011258077

38 莫 Don’t Fail the Cold Summer 莫负寒夏 Ding Mo丁墨Modern Romance327k WordsCompleted You finally came back, before I had grown old and alone. By then, Lin Mochen was the chairman of a conglomerate worth tens of billions, and one of the youngest business tycoons in the country. Someone asked him, “What was so special about her that you couldn’t forget her all these years?” Lin Mochen replied, “I once thought I deserved someone better. But in this world, who could ever be better than the woman I love?” 0Votes6.7kRecs34kFans

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You've finally come back, before I grow old alone. Later, Lin Mochen became the chairman of a group with assets worth tens of billions of yuan, and one of the youngest business tycoons in China. Someone asked him, "What is it about her that makes you unable to forget her after all these years?" Lin Mochen replied, "I used to think I deserved better. But in this world, who can compare to the woman I love?"

39 锦 Brocade Paulownia 锦桐 Idly Listening to Falling Flowers闲听落花Ancient Romance1.5M WordsCompleted Li Tong was reborn and finally saw clearly. It turned out he had never loved her or cherished her... Jiang Huanzhang defies fate and returns. This time, he will climb even higher and become the true The Outcast, above everyone but one... Ning Yuan has come from a thousand miles away: Jiang Huanzhang, I make a living out of ruining people, and I never get tired of it... 1Votes1.7MRecs958.1kFans

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My new book, "My Daughter," has started serialization! Li Tong was reborn, and she also regained her senses. It turned out that he had never loved her or cherished her... Jiang Huanzhang defied the odds and returned. This time, he was determined to rise even higher, to become truly second only to the emperor, above all others… Ningyuan has come from afar: Jiang Huanzhang, I'm a professional at ruining people...