The Backdrop of a Time-Travel Story

After reading so many stories about transmigration, I got an itch to try writing one myself. But once I dug a hole, I had no idea how to fill it. How embarrassing! Still, I have at least read five thousand years of Chinese history, so I’d be letting my history teacher down if I didn’t show off a little. So, all you authors planning to write transmigration stories, pay attention! I’m now very earnestly offering you historical background material. I hope it comes in handy!

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