Power Minister of Six Dynasties: From Poor Scholar to Grand Secretary of the Ming

Gu Yan, a modern historian and grassroots government official, transmigrates into the body of a poor student in Songjiang Prefecture in the tenth year of the Yongle era of the Ming dynasty! His father died young, his mother is bedridden, and his family has nothing. His relatives bully him and the sons of wealthy families look down on him. From the start, he is in a desperate situation!

He has no System and no supernatural abilities. Relying only on his extensive historical knowledge, cautious nature, and desire to serve the people, he defies fate and changes his life!

He studies the eight-legged essay with diligence, taking first place in the county, prefectural, and provincial examinations. He rises through the civil service examinations to the top. While serving in the Hanlin Academy, he sees through the struggle over the succession, refusing to join factions or compromise, and advances one careful step at a time. Sent to serve in the provinces, he punishes corruption, builds waterworks, and resettles refugees, earning a record of public service unmatched across the realm.

He lives through the Yongle succession struggle, the Han Prince's rebellion, the Tumu Crisis, the defense of Beijing, and the Coup at the Gate. When the dynasty is in mortal danger, he turns the tide, takes on treacherous officials, cleans up government, strengthens the borders, and implements new policies. After serving six emperors, he ultimately becomes the Ming dynasty's Grand Secretary!

His talent brings peace to the realm, and a lifetime of political skill serves the common people. He covets no office, retires after achieving greatness, and earns his place in history!