[Alternate History + Transmigration + Imperial Son-in-Law + Political Intrigue + Struggle for Supremacy]
After transmigrating, Cao Mu discovers that history has changed. The Sui Dynasty has fallen into chaos, the Liang Kingdom has risen, and someone has stolen the golden age of the Li Tang. He is a descendant of a meritorious Lingyan Pavilion family, known as the “Dull Ninth Master” of the Duke of Jing’s household.
His formidable father wielded power over the court and was nicknamed “the Living Cao Cao.” Before dying, he forced the emperor to betroth a princess to his foolish son... With his father dead, the Cao family falls into decline. His eldest brother is a wastrel, his fifth brother a playboy, and the fool is left in an awkward position.
A peaceful golden age is no time for rebellion. He might as well return to his old line of work: open taverns and nightclubs to enrich the people’s “leisure” time... Isn’t making money while lying down the best?
One day, a mother and daughter arrive at his tavern, both dressed as men, and both possessing an air of noble authority.
The Holy Empress: Ashina Helu of the Turks is leading troops south to demand a marriage alliance. What should we do?
Cao Mu: Kill him!
The Holy Empress: The civil officials favor peace, the military favor war, our weapons are worn out, and we lack provisions... How can we fight?
Cao Mu sneers: To deal with barbarians, clever people don’t need weapons! Use dirty tricks, dig a pit, and let him jump in himself! Then send monks and Daoist priests to brainwash him... Finish him off with one final blow!
The Holy Empress: Ah-Dai, my daughter was betrothed to you long ago. Let’s pick a date for the wedding!
