Shen Changle, the youngest strategic adviser at the Ministry of State Security, opens her eyes and finds herself in ancient times, an “unchaste” legitimate daughter about to be drowned in a pond.
Her family sees her as a stain on their name and wants to trade her life for their good reputation. Shen Changle laughs softly. “You want to play politics with me? You’re still amateurs.”
With one counterattack, she makes her entire family beg her to come back.
She has no interest in family infighting or competing for favor. Her goals are clear:
Short-term: Make money, establish her own household, and live freely.
Mid-term: Rise from commoner to the power behind the throne, a “royal mentor,” and support a wise ruler willing to listen to modern policies.
Ultimate goal: Introduce land reform, establish a financial system, build an intelligence network... and bring this land to the threshold of a golden age a thousand years ahead of schedule.
Faced with princes desperate for talent and political enemies locked in bitter conflict, she remains composed. “Everyone, I’m not here to join your ranks. I’m here to set the rules.”
Later, the new emperor ascends the throne, ushering in a new era. No one knows that the “scholar in white” shaping national policy is none other than the eldest Shen daughter, who has never married and lives behind closed doors.
He, the Prince of Jing, a battle-hardened hero, is the only one who sees through her disguise. He places his tiger tally in her palm, his gaze burning. “If you want this realm, I’ll conquer it for you. If you don’t, I’ll protect your peace for the rest of your life.”
Shen Changle looks at the most unpredictable man before her and smiles faintly.
“Your Highness, how about we discuss a little... business involving the whole realm?”
