The story takes place at the turn of the Song and Yuan Dynasties, when the world was in turmoil and social conflicts were acute. Gao Zhong, a scholar from a poor family, is accidentally involved in the whirlpool of the court and holds key evidence that can overthrow the dynasty. However, the powerful people in the court worked together to cover up the truth. Gao Zhong relied on his wisdom and courage, and with the assistance of the mysterious palace fighting system, to move forward arduously. The system promotes the plot in the form of tasks, and completing them can unlock new skills or props. Gao Zhong faces many difficulties. As a commoner, his status is low. Reform is imminent and the dynasty may collapse at any time. The powerful people continue to hinder him from revealing the truth and promoting reforms. Every step he takes is difficult. But he was determined to achieve justice and reform, and he would never look back even if success might cost his life. In the process, he has to break through class restrictions and compete with the powerful in a battle of wits and courage. Can he finally turn the tide, implement reforms, and become a lonely minister who will leave his name in history? Or will he be crushed by power.
