Reborn, top scholar Zhao Wenxuan refuses to save Liu Xiaoxiao, who betrayed him in his past life, and devotes himself to officialdom. Blessed with talent, he wins the emperor’s trust, controls floods and pacifies the northern frontier, rising to Grand Secretary. He meets and falls in love with the devoted Princess Li Ya. Together they face the Liu clan’s treason and royal rebellions. Zhao Wenxuan cleans up the court and builds a prosperous era, staying with Li Ya. Liu Xiaoxiao, Qin Jun and other villains get their due.
