Tales of the Daoguang Era: My Plan to Reform the Princes

While restoring an ancient painting, relic restorer Lu Zhao unexpectedly transmigrates to the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty and becomes the son of a wealthy Yangzhou merchant. He devises strategies for the family business, then relies on his own abilities to take the imperial examinations.

After entering government service, he earns Emperor Daoguang's trust and becomes the Chinese tutor to the emperor's sixth son, Yixin. Through years of hard work, he manages the Yellow River, reforms the salt trade, and takes part in the anti-opium movement and the Opium War. He influences Emperor Daoguang's choice of heir, helping Yixin claim the throne.

This prevents Xianfeng and Cixi from ever ruling, changing the course of the Qing Dynasty's history…