One Hundred Thousand Vegetable Group

Zhao Du'an, a government official leading a cautious life, finds himself transported to another world where he becomes the favored 'pretty face' of a female emperor and an oppressive, power-abusing villain. Before he can relish the moment, he faces mortal danger for releasing a national criminal. Cornered and desperate, he plans to soothe the female emperor to seek mercy, only to discover his 'leading gigolo' role is a sham. 
Worse still, his notorious reputation prompts officials and heroes alike to impeach and eliminate him; and martial artists and clerical magicians consider him a disgrace. Overwhelmed, Zhao Du'an decides it's better to stop being human to survive.
Starting by betraying his allies, he becomes the Emperor's top lackey. Years later, amidst heavy snowfall in the capital, the female emperor Xu Zhen Guan sighs atop the city tower, 'It was supposed to be a pretend companionship, how did it turn real...'
Also known as 'Deceiving and Flattering at the Court of Great Yu', 'The Record of a Villain Going White'.

The Empress's No.1 Lackey

Is it him? Zhao Douan was momentarily startled, his face showing surprise as he squinted to assess the unexpected guest, and said,


"Turns out it's Han Scholar, what a coincidence. Does the scholar live nearby?"


Inside the carriage, hailed as "The Premier Talent" and who had recently dazzled at the Xiuwen Pavilion in Great Yu, "Wang Anshi" smiled and said,


"Lord need not probe. After leaving the pavilion, I intentionally followed Your Majesty's carriage for the sole purpose of meeting Lord.


Now that it's noon, I happen to know a good restaurant nearby. Would Lord honor me?"


For me? Zhao Douan raised his eyebrows and nodded in agreement:


In a tastefully decorated restaurant, Zhao Douan and Han Scholar were led by the staff into a private room.


The restaurant wasn't large, embodying a quiet sophistication amidst the bustle, both stylish and pricy.


165, may I ask Zhao Jun, how are the ten strategies?