Transmigrated as a dismissed general's bastard, Jackson initially sought only a life of idle luxury. However, his latent strategic brilliance and hidden martial talents soon ignite an imperial firestorm. Hunted by a vengeful prince and pursued by rival sovereigns, he is forced into a corner. In a world of predators, Jackson finally reveals his hand, turning to the Empress with a daring proposal to seize the throne. What began as a quest for peace transforms into a ruthless climb to absolute power.