A modern history enthusiast unexpectedly transmigrates and becomes Xiao Che, the disgraced crown prince of the Great Yan Dynasty, trapped in a desperate situation. At court, undercurrents swirl. The powerful consort in the harem and ambitious princes plot against him at every turn, while the emperor's political maneuvering hangs over him like a shadow. He can rely only on his frail mother and a handful of loyal servants.
Drawing on modern knowledge and a clear understanding of the political situation, Xiao Che sheds his timidity and turns his intelligence into a weapon for overcoming adversity. In war, he improves weapons and defenses and devises new tactics. In daily life, he modernizes production techniques and improves practical tools. In agriculture, he promotes higher-yield methods and improves the food supply. A series of inventions far ahead of their time allows him to build his strength and win people's hearts.
Amid the whirlpool of political intrigue, he counters each move and dismantles his enemies' schemes. When foreign threats strike, he steps up in a crisis, stabilizing the situation with strategies that combine ancient and modern wisdom and with innovative equipment. From an isolated and powerless crown prince to a central figure with both political acumen and technological prowess, Xiao Che advances step by step through court rivalries, battlefield contests, and reforms to people's livelihoods. He protects those dearest to him while driving the dynasty forward, writing a legendary tale of a passionate comeback, political intrigue, devotion to family and country, and an era of transformation, until at last he takes command of his own fate and that of the dynasty.
