Aristocratic Family
Author:Gao Yue
This is a Tang Empire that has gone astray, where imperial power has slipped away and the empire is in its twilight.
This is also an era where the empire coexists with great aristocratic families.
Fifteen years ago, the An-Shi Rebellion was finally quelled, but the Uyghurs began to eye the weakened Tang, watering their horses in the Central Plains and bringing suffering to the people. Amidst the storm and turmoil, the Tang Empire was on the brink of collapse. The seven great families joined forces to drive out the barbarians and restore the nation, but they gradually amassed their own military power. From then on, they agreed that the seven great families would take turns holding the position of prime minister, each governing the court for five years.
The protagonist, Henry Bolton, is the most insignificant illegitimate son of the Zhang family of Hedong. But one day, by chance, he suddenly discovers a tremendous secret hidden in his own background. From then on, Henry Bolton embarks on a dark and arduous path.