They Hear the Little Prince’s Thoughts: Father, Do Not Abdicate

Zhao Heng dies in a car accident in the modern world and transmigrates into the body of a nine-year-old prince of the Great Zhao Dynasty. Haunted by the tragedies of his past life, all he longs for is to live an easy, carefree life in ancient times. Unexpectedly, every thought and word he speaks can be heard by Emperor Renzong of Zhao, sparking a string of turbulent incidents within the imperial palace. When envoys from the Jin Kingdom come to challenge the literary prowess of Great Zhao, Zhao Heng is forced to step forward. Drawing on knowledge from his modern life, he handles the literary contest effortlessly. His outstanding performance makes him famous overnight, stunning the entire court and nation. After this battle of wits, Zhao Heng repeatedly demonstrates his extraordinary talent in the palace. He defuses successive literary challenges launched by the Jin envoys. With poems, verses and mathematical skills beyond this era, he wins admiration from all nobles and scholars. Gradually, he earns deep favour and recognition from both the Emperor and the Empress Dowager. The young prince never aims for fame or power. He merely wishes to stay out of trouble and enjoy a relaxed life. Yet his casual remarks, overheard by the emperor, keep pushing him right into the spotlight. His modern perspective brings fresh ideas to the rigid imperial court. Every time the Jin Kingdom tries to humiliate Great Zhao through literary duels, Zhao Heng rises to the occasion and defends his nation’s honour. What begins as his simple wish for an easy life evolves into a remarkable journey. He unintentionally becomes the empire’s brightest young talent. The emperor grows increasingly fond of this sharp, unusual boy, seeing in him wisdom far beyond his tender age. Though Zhao Heng tries his best to avoid attention, his gifts keep shining through, rewriting his quiet plans and reshaping his fate within the royal court.