[Knowledge Graph + Blueprint-Based Progression + Industrial Revolution + Global Conquest]
Modern-day office worker Zhu Chen transmigrates into the Hongwu era as a poor scholar whose parents are dead and whose bookstore is on the verge of bankruptcy. His home is bare, he is starving and freezing, and he is about to die of hunger.
Fortunately, a [Cosmic Knowledge Graph] suddenly activates in his mind. Double-entry bookkeeping? He draws up a blueprint and sends it straight to the Ministry of Revenue! New farming tools? He drafts precise plans and tests them in the fields!
When a clerk at the Ministry of Revenue tosses his plans onto the scrap-paper pile, scoffing, "You think this chicken-scratch will earn you credit?"
He has no idea that the Censorate has secretly submitted this "scrap paper" to the emperor.
Inside the Palace of Reverent Caution, Zhu Yuanzhang points at the clear accounts drawn in charcoal on the ground, his gaze sharp as a torch. "Explain these figures."
Zhu Chen cups his hands. "Give me three days."
From then on, the Ming Dynasty takes a dramatic turn.
The civil officials who passed the imperial examinations sneer, "Clever contraptions are no path for a gentleman!"
He presents plans for a plow that boosts yields by twenty percent, earning the empress's personal commendation and the people's praise.
Crown Prince Zhu Biao humbly seeks his instruction, greeting him as a teacher; Chancellor Hu Weiyong watches from the shadows, murder in his heart.
Then, one night, Zhu Yuanzhang dismisses his attendants and summons him secretly to the palace's inner chambers.
"Sir, give me one reason I must put you to use."
Zhu Chen says nothing. He takes a charcoal pencil and lightly sketches the outlines of the Cape of Good Hope and Magellan on the edge of his map, The Ming Empire's Unified Lands.
"Your Majesty, the true realm and its enemies lie beyond these ten thousand miles of surging waves."
Zhu Yuanzhang stares at the vast world he had never imagined, then rises abruptly, his voice trembling:
"All the lands touched by the sun and moon... Can we draw them all within the borders of our Ming Empire?"
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It's a good story. So far, there's no messy power struggles or suppression; you can directly latch onto a powerful ally and start farming and advancing technology.
It has an AI feel to it; I've tried using AI to write articles before. The smell is too strong, I can't stand it.
This is a very good historical novel, but surprisingly, it has no rating yet! And there don't seem to be many readers. I think only true novel lovers can appreciate its charm. I hope the author doesn't stop updating.
It's well-written and interesting; even if it doesn't conform to historical facts, it's still enjoyable. 😄
I love this narrative pace; it's so fast-paced and efficient!
I'm totally hooked! Should we go attack Japan later? 🤔
This book deserves 4 stars. It's well-written, warm, and humane, with a generally positive message. It's worth looking forward to.
A good book, highly recommended. Hopefully, the later parts won't be AR-themed.
It gets more and more interesting as you watch, it's addictive!
It's great, things are going very well right now.