[Farming + Imperial Examinations + Political Intrigue + Feel-Good Revenge]
Chen He opens his eyes to find himself in the body of an eight-year-old farm boy, so hungry he’s skin and bones! His family has nothing, the rice jar is empty, and now a local bully has come to demand payment. Luckily, Chen He has modern knowledge. He copies books, sells poetry, and takes the imperial exams! From entry-level scholar to top-ranked candidate, he serves up face-slapping to awful relatives, outwits corrupt officials, and even gets the Grand Secretary on his side! See how a modern academic excels in the ancient court and turns a poor family’s rise into legend.
