The Corrupt Official Hides the Status Window

Kim Un-haeng spent years grinding for civil service exams, only to be thrust into the Joseon Dynasty by a mysterious shop owner’s deal. Now, he’s trapped in a century of blood and betrayal where the stakes are absolute: climb the political ladder to become the Chief State Councilor or lose his soul forever. Unlike other time-travelers, he possesses no futuristic blueprints or secret inventions; he must rely on his wits and a hidden status window to survive the lethal power struggles between King Yeongjo and the doomed Crown Prince Sado. In a world where one wrong word can lead to execution, every move is a calculated risk in a high-stakes game of political survival. Can he navigate the treacherous court and outmaneuver the corrupt officials to secure his future? Join the journey and read more on Manhuaus.