I Return to the Harem for Revenge

Imperial selection day. Sara was stung by wasps. Died in a temple. Then she opened her eyes and found herself reborn.

She knew her own parents wanted her dead. This time, she tossed the flower crown, the very one that drew the wasps, bribed the right people, and won the Dowager's heart. Then, she stepped into the palace gates and began her ascent.