Great Tang: Father-in-Law, I Really Don't Want to Be an Official

Li Cheng transmigrates to the Tang Dynasty. At first, all he wants is to take the civil service exam in mathematics, get a bit of prestige, then work as a bookkeeper for a wealthy family, handling their finances. He dreams of a cozy life with a wife and children, warm by the hearth. What's wrong with being a happy slacker?

Who could have guessed that the System's rewards would send his skill tree completely off course?

"Combat strength +10, agricultural research +10, military tactics +10..."

"Your Majesty, what should we do about the drought in Guanzhong and the drop in grain production?"

Li Shimin is alarmed. "Quick, go get Mr. Li..."

"Your Majesty, what should we do? The Turks are at the gates!"

Li Shimin: "What are you standing there for? Go get Mr. Li!"

"Your Majesty, Princess Changle is about to give birth. What should we do about her labor pains?"

Li Shimin cries out anxiously, "My worthy son-in-law, hasn't Changle's husband returned from his campaign against Goguryeo yet?"

Years later, Li Cheng has risen to the highest ranks of the court and stands shoulder to shoulder with Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui. He spreads his hands helplessly.

"Father-in-law, I really don't want to be an official..."

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.