Carrying a modern knowledge system and transforming into a down-and-out scholar, Lin Yuan originally wanted to develop in a low profile.
Unexpectedly, a pass on calculus to optimize the tax system would alert Emperor Hongwu to visit him personally.
Zhu Yuanzhang shook his dragon robe: "I heard that you want to turn our Ming Dynasty upside down?"
Lin Yuan was sweating heavily and pointed at the roaring first-generation steam engine behind him:
"Your Majesty, I... I just want to help you plow the land deeper."
