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Chronicle of the Famine's Top Scholar

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In a famine-stricken ancient dynasty, farm boy Li Cheng studies diligently amidst hardship for ten years, miraculously topping the imperial exam. As his family celebrates, jealous court nobles accuse him of cheating and launch an investigation, seizing property and imprisoning relatives. Li Cheng fights to prove his innocence, unveiling a mysterious family letter that proves his genius; in a twist, the letter reveals a secret that could topple the regime. Using his wits, he navigates plots to save his village, weaving a saga of love, betrayal, and resilience against all odds.

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