[Cross-dressing as a man + farming and development + no System + career-focused + fictional dynasty + no romance]
Ye Fuqing, a straight-laced graduate student in agricultural science, transmigrates into the Great Jing dynasty. She thinks that passing the palace exams and becoming a top candidate will lead to a bright official career, but instead she is sent to a remote, barren county as its magistrate. With unruly locals, warfare, natural disasters, and refugees, it's a nightmare from the start. No matter. The strong don't complain about their circumstances.
The imperial court is full of intrigue, and the martial world is treacherous. To avoid becoming easy prey, she has no choice but to fight her way up.
Who says women can't serve as officials? I'll become the first female chancellor of this dynasty!
The dynasty is fictional, so don't overthink the details. The story unfolds at a leisurely pace. If that's not your thing, please don't flame the author.
