I Keep the Entire Dynasty Fed by Going to the Market

Qin Zhao has a secret: every five days, her soul travels to a fantastical “Immortal Market.” At first, she only brings back a few curious trinkets.

The emperor is delighted to discover that his daughter brings back far more than rare curios from another world: high-yield crops, ingenious technical blueprints, remarkably effective medicines, and even a “magic pen” that needs no inkstone. These heaven-sent treasures, capable of transforming agriculture, manufacturing, medicine, and even government paperwork, become powerful tools in the emperor’s hands for reshaping the realm. But as the gears of change begin to turn, they are bound to grind through the old barriers. The deeply entrenched aristocratic clans brand Qin Zhao a monster, and memorials flood in accusing her of “a hen crowing at dawn.” They even seek to snuff out every glimmer of new light she brings.

With treasures from another world in hand and a pure-hearted ambition in her chest, Qin Zhao resolves to use her “purchasing power” to do something for her father and for the people.

This is an alternate history. Don’t expect historical accuracy; if you do, you’re right.