Game of Power

Jacob Walker, after years of hard work in the officialdom, finally gets promoted to Deputy Minister of War, hoping to provide a better life for his family. However, he discovers a shocking betrayal: his wife has been unfaithful, and his son is not biologically his. The Wu family, including his father-in-law Adam Allen, turns against him, revealing that his promotion was merely a setup to make him take the fall for their crimes. In a moment of despair, Jacob recalls the day he signed the marriage contract with the Wu family, marking both his downfall and his rebirth.Will Jacob Walker find a way to take revenge on the Wu family and reclaim his honor?

Li Mu, once oppressed by the Wu family, refuses to sign a humiliating contract and boldly stands against Jacob Walker, signaling his rise from victim to challenger in the power struggle.Will Li Mu's defiance against the Wu family mark the beginning of his ascent to power or lead to his downfall?

Li Mu seeks a mentor in the official world and encounters a challenging chess game that symbolizes his future struggles, where he must make bold moves to break the deadlock.Will Li Mu's bold strategy in the chess game reflect his approach to the upcoming power struggles?

Li Mu astonishes the crowd by breaking the seemingly unsolvable Heavenly Dragon game, displaying his strategic genius and turning despair into triumph.Will Li Mu's next move in the royal power struggle be as brilliant as his Go strategy?

Li Mu, a broke scholar, devises a daring plan to save General Gregory Green from corrupt officials by suggesting counterintuitive accusations that could potentially turn the situation around, while also securing his own future in the imperial exams with the help of Prime Minister Zhang.Will Li Mu's audacious plan succeed in saving General Green and securing his own position in the imperial exams?

General Gregory Green is accused of embezzling three million taels in military funds, a crime punishable by death. Despite his reputation as a man of integrity, the court is divided on his fate, with some advocating for mercy due to his importance in northern defenses, while others, including the Prime Minister, insist on executing him as per the law. Meanwhile, political maneuvering continues in the shadows as the spring examination begins, hinting at deeper conspiracies.Will General Green be executed, or will hidden agendas save him from death?

General Gregory is accused of defying orders, colluding with the enemy, and slaughtering innocent people, leading to a heated debate in the court about his fate. The Prime Minister presents evidence, while others question its validity, revealing a deeper political struggle.Will General Gregory be executed, or is there a hidden agenda behind these accusations?

The court debates Gregory Green's undeniable crimes, with ministers pushing for his execution while others reveal his atrocities in the Northern territories, leading to a tense confrontation about loyalty and justice.Will Gregory Green meet his end, or is there more to his story?

Li Mu successfully turns the tide in the court by exposing the flaws in the corruption charges against the Northern General, leading to a joint reinvestigation by three key departments. Meanwhile, Wu Xun attempts to align with the Prime Minister by offering assistance in Qingzhou, hinting at deeper political alliances and personal gains.Will Li Mu's strategic moves and Wu Xun's overtures lead to a new power dynamic in the court?

Li Mu is falsely accused of cheating during the imperial exam when a cheat sheet is found in his food box, leading to a tense confrontation where he desperately tries to prevent the contents from being read aloud.What secrets does the cheat sheet hold that could ruin Li Mu's future?

Li Mu exposes Adam Allen's corrupt deeds and confronts him in the examination hall, revealing his own powerful backing to counter Allen's threats of power and influence.Will Li Mu's mysterious backer be enough to secure his victory against Adam Allen's formidable connections?

Li Mu reveals his powerful backing—the Prime Minister—to Lord Wu, who scoffs at the claim, leading to a high-stakes chess game that will determine their fates.Will the Prime Minister truly arrive to support Li Mu, or is this just another bluff in the game of power?

Li Mu engages in a high-stakes chess game with Lord Wu, using it as a metaphor for their power struggle. Despite Lord Wu's aggressive tactics, Li Mu reveals his hidden connection to the Prime Minister, turning the tables and hinting at a deeper strategy.Will Li Mu's alliance with the Prime Minister secure his victory against Lord Wu?

Li Mu's academic crisis escalates as the corrupt chief examiner Wu Lianshan attempts to frame him, but the timely arrival of Prime Minister Jacob Walker turns the tables, exposing Wu's abuses of power and threatening severe legal consequences.Will Wu Lianshan's desperate denial of the Prime Minister's identity save him from punishment?

Li Mu, disguised as the Prime Minister, is confronted by Paisley King who doubts his identity, leading to a tense standoff where the truth of his identity and the involvement of the Admiral in Qingzhou become crucial points of conflict.Will the Admiral's arrival confirm Li Mu's true identity or expose his disguise?

A con artist impersonates the Prime Minister at the Qingzhou Examination Hall, but the deceit is uncovered when it's revealed that the real Prime Minister has already recommended Adam Allen for Governor of Qingzhou. The confrontation escalates as Jacob Walker's scheme collapses, leading to a tense standoff.Will the real Prime Minister intervene before the situation spirals out of control?

A governor and his associate openly celebrate their corrupt dealings under the Prime Minister's protection, but an unidentified old man challenges their actions, revealing knowledge of official salaries and hinting at a deeper investigation into their corruption.Will the old man's defiance against the corrupt officials lead to a shocking revelation about the Prime Minister's involvement?

Li Mu confronts corrupt officials, leveraging the Prime Minister's recommendation letter to expose their deceit and threaten them with impending consequences, showcasing his strategic use of power to challenge the corrupt system.Will Li Mu's bold confrontation lead to the downfall of the corrupt officials, or will they find a way to retaliate?

Li Mu confronts the corrupt officials and the Wu family, revealing their deceit and betrayal, which leads to a tense standoff with the arrival of the commander.Will Li Mu's bold actions against the corrupt officials lead to his downfall or his rise in power?

Prime Minister Li Mu confronts Admiral Wu for his misconduct, demoting him to a lowly position. Meanwhile, the political tension escalates as Li Mu learns about Adam Allen's alliance with the Crown Prince, who is involved in a scandalous pregnancy cover-up. The Crown Prince promises a lucrative position to a loyal follower, plotting revenge against Li Mu and Jacob Walker.Will Li Mu be able to counter the Crown Prince's schemes and protect his allies in the upcoming power struggle?