The Grandmaster Strategist

In an alternate history, decades after the Eastern Jin Dynasty's collapse, a world teeters on the brink of chaos but holds a glimmer of hope for reunification. Jiang Zhe, a scholar of humble origins who has toiled for ten years to pass the imperial examinations and join the Hanlin Academy, finds himself unexpectedly entangled in the Great Yong Dynasty's succession dispute. Faced with intricate conspiracies and relentless battles of intellect and power, Jiang Zhe, who initially sought to escape court politics, is ultimately compelled to participate. With no other option, he embraces the chaotic political landscape, adopting the strategy of following the crowd. In this treacherous environment, Jiang Zhe leverages his intelligence and knowledge to secure a stable existence for himself and his companions, witnessing the downfall of nations, the ascendancy of powerful figures, and the submission of supreme martial artists to the subtle influence of an unassuming scholar.