Do you recommend any classic novels that don't abuse the characters?

Looking for ancient romance novels
Don't be too long, don't be too cruel, the ending is happy
2. Don't be a BL, it's just a normal love
The Female Lead's Character Does Not Want Little White, Does Not Want Mary Sue, Does Not Want Silly and Sweet
4. The male protagonist is cold and ruthless. He is cold in front of others but is a ruffian in front of the female protagonist.
5. The writing style must be good and delicate. Don't write about palace fights or farming.
For example,"Ballad of the Desert","Three Lives Three Lives Ten Miles Peach Blossom","Everlasting Love"
Thank you, gods. Isn't my request a little too much? Please.

Answer 1

, I understand your request ~ I have two short stories here that I recommend to you.
The first book is "A Phoenix in a Different World". It tells the melodramatic story between Emperor Cheng and Mu Shuangyi. The story style is not cruel, but it is relaxed and pleasant. It suits your needs.
The second book was the book "The Farmer's Widow Farming". It was about a modern female architect, Chu Yan, who traveled to ancient times and became rich through her own efforts. The story was warm, not torturous, relaxed, and happy. It was also worth watching! I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗