The full manuscript is complete, and the novel will start in January~
In the book The Bastard Son Rises to the Top, the Earl of Yongan has two sons. His illegitimate son excels in both letters and arms, and at just fifteen is already a celebrated scholar. His legitimate son is good for nothing and neglects his duties, earning the title "The Shame of Shu."
Lu Yan is that very "Shame." Before transmigrating into a book, he was an overworked wage slave on a 24/7 schedule. He only wanted a life where he could get something for nothing. After transmigrating into the book, he finally got his wish, and couldn't care less about his reputation.
His father doesn't love him? Fine, he has his mother's dowry. His stepmother doesn't care for him? Fine, he has his mother's dowry. His little brother humiliates him? Fine, he has his mother's dowry.
Until one day, he is forcibly bound to the Involution System, whose ultimate goal is to achieve the title of The Outcast.
"I don't want to take the imperial examinations."
"For every hour less you study, your mother's dowry will be reduced by one hundred taels."
"I don't want to become Grand Secretary."
"For every rank your official post falls short, one property will be confiscated."
"And there's more. In the Involution System, The Outcast doesn't just mean holding the highest official rank. You must also take your rightful place in the central palace."
Lu Yan: ...
And so, it was Lu Yan who enjoyed the spring breeze as he traveled through Chang'an, and Lu Yan who was ennobled and appointed to the highest offices.
Not only did he achieve the goal the protagonist of the book had spent his whole life striving for, he also transformed the Great Xi into the world's leading power, with strong armies and flourishing agriculture, commerce, technology, literature, and the arts.
Qin Zheng won the final victory in the struggle for the throne. He was diligent in governing and devoted to his people, determined to create a nation of peace and prosperity.
And whenever he needed help, a young man named Lu Yan always appeared in time.
Qin Zheng: "I will make Chancellor Lu my empress. He will hold the chancellor's seal and oversee the central administration, as well as hold the phoenix seal and manage the imperial harem."
The ministers: "There is no such precedent in our dynasty. Your Majesty, please reconsider."
Lu Yan: "As it happens, over the years I've built infrastructure, strengthened the army, revised the ceremonies, and reformed the bureaucracy. I love nothing more than setting a precedent."
The ministers: "Chancellor Lu is a man. How can he continue the royal bloodline?"
Lu Yan: "As it happens, I really can."
The Involution System smiled faintly, its accomplishments hidden from view.
Couple: A decisive, diligent, people-loving domineering emperor as the gong, and a bewitching shou who was forced to rise up and get revenge on every slight
Both are sexually inexperienced, and the story includes a pregnancy arc. Read at your own risk.
Theme: A slacker rises to the pinnacle of life.