Novel List

Standing before you is:

The guardian of the Ming Dynasty.

Wanli Emperor’s closest ally.

The dutiful son of the Grand Secretary of the Cabinet.

The wealthiest man in human history.

He is:

The secret manipulator of the Ministry of Personnel for thirty years.

The gravedigger of the imperial clan system.

Called the second Yan Shifan by the Eastern Forest Party, yet hailed by Zhang Juzheng as unbeatable.

He is:

Hai Rui’s confidant.

Xu Wei’s benefactor.

Matteo Ricci’s tonsurer.

The mentor to six top scholars, including Xu Guangqi.

He is:

The one who shields the Ming poetry scene from shame.

The author of over 700 books across various disciplines.

The inventor of over 2,700 patents.

The founder of modern universities and sciences.

And he is:

The protector of overseas Chinese.

This is the legendary tale of a man who shaped an era and left an indelible mark on the Ming Dynasty and the world beyond.

(Slow-burn romance, no transmigration or rebirth, scorned lover, political intrigue, pure love, and business warfare)

She was just a simple farm girl. After her father’s death, she was sold and became a lowly kitchen maid in a marquis’ household.

By a twist of fate, she was forced to follow the family when they were exiled a thousand miles away for committing a heinous crime. To feed the family during those hard times, she endured countless hardships and injuries, all because the marquis’ heir promised her a grand future as his wife and the lady of the house.

However, once their name was cleared and they returned to the capital, his mother dismissed her:

"Be a noble concubine—no responsibilities, no social obligations, just a life of ease and comfort in the house."

That grand promise shattered like a bubble, replaced by the presence of his childhood fiancée.

That very night, she took her silver and walked away.

How ironic—it was you who begged me to come back to the capital with you.

——

During their exile, there was always someone trying to steal her away from him:

"Think about it. When you’re twenty, he’ll be nearly thirty—half a foot in the grave."

"Does he have my fair skin, good looks, and long legs?"

"I’m young and smart. I have a lot to offer."

A dashing young man, full of vitality, taught her to read, answered her questions, cooked meals for her, and even shielded her from harm.

As her fingertips traced the scars on his body, tears welled in her eyes.

"Does it hurt?"

"It’s been so long, I’ve forgotten. But..."

He leaned against her shoulder with a pitiful expression.

"When you touch it, it hurts so much more!"

Task after task ended in failure, and even her system malfunctioned, leaving her with no means of communication. Dutiful and diligent Su Juan finally gave up and decided to embrace a lazy, carefree lifestyle. With nothing else to do, she began observing the dramatic gossip unfolding around her.

Su Juan: Life is great!

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【Master Su took in a new concubine, but someone else swooped in and stole her!】

Oh my, what a scandal—he got his just desserts.

【The Minister of Rites, nearly seventy years old, still keeps a mistress outside. Tsk tsk tsk.】

So much for aging with dignity!

【It turns out that none of the sons and daughters of the Minister of Revenue are biologically his...】

Oh? So, everyone already knows this?

【Young Master Xie indulges in debauchery every day, but it's really just to hide his... physical issues. How pitiful.】

What Su Juan didn’t realize was that her inner thoughts could now be heard by everyone around her, including the tyrannical Emperor himself. At first, the Emperor was enraged, but the more he listened, the more curious and smitten he became.

And so, the ruthless tyrant, once feared by all, now finds himself on the brink of tears, desperately trying to win the heart of the indifferent Su Juan.

Born into a family of officials, Lin Qingya's transmigration did not trap her in the typical life of an ancient woman confined to domestic roles. Armed with the power of mind-reading, she skillfully navigates the complex world of ancient politics and business.

Using her ability, Lin Qingya helps her father overcome one political crisis after another, propelling his career to unprecedented heights. In the court, she employs modern knowledge to outwit her opponents in heated debates. In the business world, she thrives, amassing wealth rivaling the nation’s treasury in just a few years, drawing flattery and admiration from countless people—including the cunning and calculating crown prince.

One seeks to manipulate, while the other counters every move, leading to a subtle yet growing romantic tension between them. But their forbidden love sparks the emperor’s suspicion, plunging the court into chaos as an imminent rebellion looms in the shadows.

Will Lin Qingya and the crown prince outmaneuver their enemies and secure their love amidst the turbulence?

Main Characters: Lin Qingya, The Crown Prince

Shen Chaoyan finds herself reborn as a cannon fodder female character in a comic book. Her entire family is loyal and honorable, but they are annihilated by a fake adopted daughter.

To change her family’s fate and prevent them from being sacrificed for the fake adopted daughter, Shen Chaoyan grits her teeth and joins the tyrant’s harem. Initially, she plans to quietly wait for the story to end. However, she accidentally discovers a shocking secret about the tyrant!

What? The tyrant has a harem of 3,000 beauties, but he is incapable?

What? The wise concubine actually cuckolded the tyrant, and their three-year-old daughter isn't even his?

Knowing too many secrets, Shen Chaoyan tries to keep a low profile and bide her time. But the tyrant reads her mind, exposing her secrets and putting her in the spotlight, leading to a series of manipulations and schemes by the other concubines.

Fortunately, with her keen sense of gossip and strategic use of secrets, Shen Chaoyan effortlessly rises to become the most favored concubine in the harem, all while being a passive observer and enjoying the drama unfolding around her.

What? The Consort's father, the Prime Minister, is an impostor? He killed his twin brother to take the position of a scholar!

What? The highly revered and just grand tutor loves to collect gold ingots, and his private estate is hoarding enough food to feed the whole country!

As the drama escalates, Shen Chaoyan realizes the plot has begun to break down. There are fewer and fewer scandals in the court. The corrupt officials? The wicked ministers? The 3,000 beauties in the harem?

All the officials in the court are trembling: "Your Majesty, please let the Empress focus on her pregnancy! Stop the gossip, we can’t take it anymore!"

Tagline: Secrets, gossip, and a journey to the top in the harem.

Core Themes: Intrigue, political power struggles, and strategic maneuvering.

Serious Version:

This is the story of a young Chinese man, Li Cha, who transmigrates into the body of N'Zoth, the Old God, and uses his tentacles to fight for survival and dominance across Azeroth and other worlds.

Expanded Version:

Yearning to return to Azeroth, Li Cha navigates the human world by forging alliances, pursuing interests, sowing discord, and orchestrating political schemes. He stirs up chaos, manipulates forces, and reshapes destinies.

Humorous Version:

As the so-called "Thousand-Tentacled Demon," N'Zoth just wants to say: "Hey, miss, don’t run away!"

Tags: Transmigration, Fantasy Worlds, Political Maneuvering, Powerful Protagonist, Witty Humor, World-Building, Epic Adventures