Reborn as a Puppet Emperor? First, I'll Teach the Demon Empress a Lesson!

Kicking down the imperial throne, riding through the palace.

When the dream finally ended, mercenary commander Zhao Jun woke to discover that he had transmigrated to ancient times, becoming the emperor who was meant to protect the realm. Unfortunately, powerful ministers controlled the court, leaving it mired in corruption, while the Empress Dowager held the reins of power and ruled from behind the curtain.

The emperor had been reduced to a puppet, and even his concubines showed him no respect, ordering him around as they pleased.

Zhao Jun slapped the wicked consort, purged the corrupt faction, and then executed every treacherous official before sweeping across the land.

“I am the emperor. I shall sweep across the realm and keep watch over every quarter.”

“Those who follow me will prosper; those who oppose me will perish!”