The Tang Dynasty’s Military Clan: I Help Li Xian Secure the Realm

This is the story of carrying on the Zhenguan era of good governance, preventing the Wu Zhou from replacing the Tang, and bringing the Tang dynasty's golden age to its height. In the first year of the Xianheng era under Emperor Gaozong of Tang, he transmigrates into Xue Ne, eldest son of Xue Rengui. At the time, the Battle of Dafeichuan has just ended in defeat. Xue Rengui is stripped of his post, and the Xue family sinks to its lowest point. In the war between the Tang and Silla, Xue Ne makes a name for himself. He wins repeated honors in the war between the Tang and Tibet, and when the Tang fights the Later Turkic Khaganate, he is enfeoffed as a Prince of a Commandery. With two sovereigns ruling together, Wu Zetian secretly expands her power through the Northern Gate Scholars. After Crown Prince Hong dies, the new crown prince, Xian, becomes Wu Zetian's adversary. Xue Ne assists Li Xian, defeats Wu Zetian, and successfully takes the throne. He campaigns east against Silla and Wa, west against Tibet, north to pacify the Turks, and south against the Six Zhao, displaying his military prowess. He promotes the imperial examinations, curbs the power of the Five Surnames and Seven Great Clans, establishes the myriad crafts of the Heavenly Works, brings together the best of every trade, and strengthens the country through science and education, laying the foundation for a powerful nation.