Guardians Of The Dafeng

Modern worker Yang Ling wakes up in the fantastical Dafeng Dynasty as "Xu Qi An", a night-watchman. He uses modern logic and chemistry to crack a high-stakes "tribute silver" case, saving his family from execution.

Xu Qi An decides to settle into this new world and make his mark. He sets his first goal: earn money and status in a strange bureaucracy filled with magical and political intrigue.

Dreaming of joining the Night Guardians, Xu Qi An instead faces endless reports and paperwork. The burdens of duty and his outsider status begin to weigh on him as he acclimates.

Xu Qi An and cousin Xu Xinnian are framed and sent to the Ministry of Justice's dungeon. They must survive grim conditions while uncovering the conspiracy that trapped their family.

Xu Qi An uses his "Exhortation to Learning" poems and modern reasoning to bargain for his family's survival. His eccentric methods draw attention and hint at his hidden potential.

Xu Qi'an engineers a plot: using his jade mirror artifact he frames dangerous officials, breaks a political faction's hold, clears his family's name and shifts power in the capital.

Xu Qi'an is drawn deeper into the Guardians' network. He must prove his loyalty, balancing family safety, supernatural intrigue and court politics in his new role.

Xu Qi'an embarks on missions under the Guardians' banner, meeting allies and enemies alike. He starts to realize the wider dangers beyond his initial case.

Xu Qi'an's loyalty is tested when palace intrigue and hidden ambitions collide. He must navigate false identities and uncertain alliances.

Xu Qi'an insists on serving the 'Eldest Princess' and uses his wit to challenge his superiors, draft reform suggestions for the Nightwatchers, and stake his path in court.

Xu Qi'an investigates the mysterious jade mirror, uncovering its divine origin. Wei Yuan tasks him with tracking its power, drawing Xu Qi'an deeper into the empire's hidden forces.

Xu Qi'an exposes a noble's crimes within the Heaven's Will Society, using sharp wit and courage to win Wei Yuan's trust. He gains a sword manual that changes his destiny.

A fierce duel erupts among elite Guardians for influence. Xu Qi'an's quick thinking earns him a post under Li Yuchun, setting him on a path toward greater trials.

During the Sangbo Lake ritual, the jade mirror reacts violently. Xu Qi'an senses an ominous link between ancient relics and the empire's growing unrest.

Corruption spreads through the ranks. Xu Qi'an stands up to his superiors' injustice, risking punishment to protect the innocent and uphold his newfound principles.

Xu Qi'an earns recognition from Wei Yuan for his courage. He receives his first major solo mission-investigating a merchant clan tied to the court, testing both his wit and morals.

Xu Qi'an uncovers a plot linking Dafeng officials to the rebel Kui Tribe. Betrayal and deception spread through the capital as he races to expose the traitors.

Disguised as a guard on a treasure escort mission, Xu Qi'an faces ambushes from assassins. His clever traps and bravery win him new respect among the Night Guardians.

A mythical spirit dragon appears, its power tied to the empire's fate. Xu Qi'an learns that the dragon's awakening could signal a divine reckoning for Dafeng.

The capital faces chaos as conspirators strike. Xu Qi'an rallies the Guardians to defend Dafeng, marking his rise from mere survivor to true protector of the realm.

Xu Qi'an confronts a mysterious assassin whose strength surpasses human limits. The encounter leaves him injured but sparks his determination to grow stronger.

Xu Qi'an confronts a mysterious assassin whose strength surpasses human limits. The encounter leaves him injured but sparks his determination to grow stronger.

When officials slander the Guardians, Xu Qi'an proves their worth through action, saving a city district from destruction and restoring public faith in the order.

A vengeful noble targets Xu Qi'an's allies. He sets a trap to expose the corruption behind the attack, ensuring justice while risking his own reputation.