If you want decent or good novels that take place in ancient China, then here they are. This list was mainly created because I had a book hangover from binge-reading Apothecary Diaries. 

Note: While not on here, please check out two other novels that are not on Novel Updates but fit this theme and are Asian translated novels. 

-The Crown Princess Scandal [This novel also has a manhwa adaptation. It can be found on webnovel . com]

-A Weaver Spins A Tale of Blind Love [This novel also has a manga adaptation.]