[Transmigration + Tang dynasty + political intrigue + war + romance + light comedy + smart characters]
Setting: The Sui and Tang dynasties.
Characters and premise: A top humanities student transmigrates to the final years of the Sui dynasty and becomes Li Jing's servant. He then meets heroes of the Sui and Tang eras, including Li Shimin, Li Yuanba, Cheng Yaojin, and Qin Shubao. Through events such as capturing two kings in a single battle, the Xuanwu Gate Incident, the northern campaign against the Eastern Turks, and the reign of Zhenguan, how will an ordinary man use his wit and adaptability to navigate the company of powerful figures, court struggles, and wars during this turbulent era?
And what kind of intricate relationships will he develop with the famous women of the Sui and Tang dynasties, Empress Xiao, Empress Zhangsun, and Princess Pingyang?
This story has both laughs and tears, grand historical events and the joys and sorrows of ordinary people. It shows both the suffering of people struggling to survive in a chaotic age and the astonishing rise of a hero from humble beginnings. It is a Tang-dynasty version of From Servant to General.
The protagonist's eloquence is really a highlight. He quotes from many sources and speaks endlessly. The author has solid skills in writing ancient vernacular prose and has a high degree of historical restoration. It's very satisfying to feel refreshed. The war scenes are also quite beautiful.
The characters are very distinctive and the plot is full of twists and turns. Interspersed with love stories, the reading has a flavor of life