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181. The Dragon Empress: China’s Game of Thrones

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In Hierarchy, Power Shifts Through Competition

In a hierarchical and competitive environment, the position of women, even in seemingly lowly roles, can carry significant power. The dynamics of competition among wives and concubines reveal the complexities of status based on their relationships with the Emperor and their ability to produce offspring. Such intricacies underscore the pivotal role of women in maintaining power structures within confined social settings, like a harem, regardless of their immediate duties.

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