SorryImJustDiamond

There was a man in the modern world that built his business empire from scratch. He was hailed as a genius by his peers and was respected worldwide due to his contributions to the world.

If it is not only for that unfortunate accident that led to his death. He was a man who could potentially change the world with his mind that still stores a plethora of ideas. 

But—fate had others plan with him. He found himself in another world, what’s more, it’s primitive and technologically backwards compared to his last world. And what’s more, he turned into his younger self, and in this world, he was an orphaned boy. 

For him to survive, he must use everything that he had at his disposal, and that was all in his head.

Building a Conglomerate in Another World

The grand hall of the Forbidden City was dimly lit, the flickering glow of lanterns casting elongated shadows across the ornate walls. At the center, Emperor Guangxu sat upon the Dragon Throne, his expression contemplative as he listened to the foreign envoys before him. The air was thick with the scent of incense, a subtle reminder of the weight of tradition that permeated the room.

Across from the Emperor stood Sergei Ivanovich, the Russian ambassador, his posture respectful yet assertive. Beside him, General Alexei Mikhailov, a decorated officer of the Russian Imperial Army, exuded an air of quiet confidence.​

"Your Majesty," Sergei began, his voice smooth and measured, "the Russian Empire acknowledges the trials that have befallen the Great Empire in recent years. The encroachments by foreign powers, the humiliations suffered... We understand your desire to restore China's rightful place in the world."

Finding Allies