Reborn in Ancient Times as the Village's Hope

Xu Xuan, a researcher from a modern technology institute, accidentally travels to ancient Great Qian and becomes the sole male in Xu Village. He utilizes the village's coarse salt mine to produce refined salt, leading the entire community to prosperity. His efforts unexpectedly attract the attention of the Empress on a secret tour, who grants him special privileges for salt production. Xu Xuan solves the wood shortage problem by inventing honeycomb coal using inferior coal, earning the Empress's admiration. However, when the villain Shen Fang leads bandits to rob Xu Village, Xu Xuan designs a hunting rifle for self-defense. The Empress reveals her identity and promises Xu Xuan a high-ranking official position!