Tragic Death and Rebirth, The Entire Empire Kneels and Calls Me Ancestor!

After Duan Mingxi married Gao Zhan, she followed the rules diligently, adhered to the three obediences and four virtues, and showed respect and filial piety to her parents-in-law. Gao Zhan helped the new emperor ascend the throne, earning the merit of following the dragon (supporting the new ruler). His first action was to divorce her under the pretense of disrespecting his parents-in-law and having no children. He then petitioned the emperor to grant him a marriage with the woman he truly loved. After ten years of marriage, she remained a virg*n yet was burdened with the disgraceful reputation that could drive someone to their death! Enduring a decade of humiliation had become a cruel joke. Presented with a letter of divorce, she plunged a dagger straight into Gao Zhan’s chest and set a blazing fire to burn the entire Duke Gao mansion—those who had feasted on her misery—into ashes. She vowed to drag the entire Duke Gao mansion down with her in death! When she opened her eyes again, she had returned to the time before she married Gao Zhan. She was the eldest legitimate daughter of the Dingyuan Marquis household, who had been lost outside for over a decade. Upon being reunited with her family, she faced a cold and unloving mother, an indifferent father, a malicious younger sister, and a worthless brother. This time, she tore apart everyone’s schemes, rejected the marriage proposal from the Gao family, and instead aligned herself with Rui Wang. Everyone said she was ruthless, heartless, and utterly devoid of morality—a venomous lotus who lied through her teeth and committed countless wicked deeds! Duan Mingxi was determined to see for herself how Gao Zhan could gain favor without the rich dowry she once provided. Without the wealth of her adoptive parents, how could the Dingyuan Marquis household repeat the splendor and glory of the past? In this life, the Gao family could forget about achieving the merit of following the dragon. She would support the crown prince’s greatest rival to ascend the throne. The merit of following the dragon? She will claim it for herself. And the future emperor? He will be hers too!

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Tragic Death and Rebirth, The Entire Empire Kneels and Calls Me Ancestor! "Tragic Death and Rebirth, The Entire Empire Kneels and Calls Me Ancestor!" promised a sweeping tale of revenge and political intrigue, and while it delivered on some fronts, my experience was a bit of a rollercoaster. ### First Impressions Initially, I was hooked. The strong female lead, reborn and ready to take charge, immediately grabbed my attention. I appreciated that she wasn't a damsel in distress but a proactive force, determined to reshape her destiny. The early chapters were filled with satisfying confrontations and clever strategies, making it easy to root for her. ### What Works Well The family dynamics were a definite highlight. I enjoyed watching the protagonist turn former adversaries into allies and build a support system around her. This aspect felt earned and added depth to her character beyond just being a revenge-driven figure. The political scheming and manipulation were also engaging, at least initially, providing a good dose of palace drama and power plays. ### Areas of Concern Unfortunately, the plot started to feel repetitive as the story progressed. The cycle of scheme-resolution-scheme became tiresome, and the overall narrative seemed to stall. I found myself losing patience as the main storyline took a backseat to endless minor conflicts. The complexity of the political landscape, while initially intriguing, eventually became overwhelming. With so many characters and factions involved, keeping track of everyone and their motivations proved challenging. A family tree or character guide would have been incredibly helpful. The romance, or lack thereof, was another point of frustration for me. The male lead's tsundere attitude, combined with the female lead's constant suspicion of his motives, created a frustrating dynamic that never quite blossomed into a satisfying relationship. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have pointed out potential plot holes and questioned the motivations of certain characters, particularly the crown prince. The crown prince's actions seemed illogical, given his secure position, and the protagonist's decision to involve her adoptive family in her schemes, despite wanting to protect them, also felt contradictory. ### Final Verdict "Tragic Death and Rebirth, The Entire Empire Kneels and Calls Me Ancestor!" has moments of brilliance, particularly in its strong female lead and early family dynamics. However, the repetitive plot, overwhelming political landscape, and lackluster romance ultimately detracted from my overall enjoyment. While the beginning hooked me, the middle dragged, leaving me somewhat disappointed. If you're a fan of palace intrigue and don't mind a bit of repetition, this might be worth a try, but be prepared for a long and winding road with some potential potholes along the way.