Synopsis
An unexpected transmigration: Zhang Chaoyang, a programmer at a gaming company, unexpectedly transmigrates to the Three Kingdoms era and finds himself in the middle of the Battle of Changban. Using his modern knowledge to pose as the “Master of Heaven’s Secrets,” he is saved by Zhao Yun.
- Joining the Shu camp: Zhang Chaoyang uses his historical knowledge and modern way of thinking to establish himself in Liu Bei’s faction. He wins everyone’s trust with his “predictions” and “inventions,” while trading wits with Zhuge Liang.
- A crisis of identity: Zhang Chaoyang’s modern habits and remarks arouse Zhuge Liang’s suspicions. The two engage in a spirited debate about how “Heaven’s secrets must not be revealed,” and Zhang Chaoyang cleverly talks his way through it.
- Technological innovations: Zhang Chaoyang improves the Shu army’s equipment and invents horseshoes, paired stirrups, and other devices that strengthen the cavalry. He earns respect in the army and becomes friends with Zhao Yun.
- Romantic entanglements: Zhang Chaoyang and the physician’s daughter Xiao Qiao quietly fall for each other, though he has no idea she is the daughter of Qiao Guolao of Jiangdong. This sets the stage for his later involvement with Eastern Wu.
- A crisis emerges: Guo Jia, a strategist serving Cao Cao, notices the sudden appearance of the “Master of Heaven’s Secrets” in Shu Han and investigates in secret, setting the stage for a coming confrontation.
