Reborn as a Declined Noble: A Journey to Reclaim Glory

After being reborn as a down-and-out old marquis, Ji Ming, a former history major academic achiever, found himself at the helm of a household with elderly and younger dependents. His initial intention was to take it easy and enjoy life, but the new emperor's decree stripped the family of their title, properties, and stipend. The once-privileged elderly patriarch was reduced to tears, lamenting the loss of their wealth and home. Ji Ming, however, remained optimistic, assuring his family that they would regain their prosperity. He led the family to the countryside, where they rented a house, purchased land, and built a large greenhouse to cultivate out-of-season fruits and vegetables. Through their hard work, they earned money, bought a house, and acquired land, but the elderly couple was still distraught, feeling that they had lost face and prestige. Ji Ming, determined to restore their honor, set his sights on the imperial examination, aiming to become a top scholar and reclaim their family's former glory. With a newfound sense of purpose, Ji Ming embarked on a journey to prove that true power and prestige come not from wealth or title, but from knowledge and achievement.