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.

Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire — Winter Palace, Council Chamber


The great hall of the Winter Palace was as silent as a tomb. Its gilded walls, once resplendent with pride and triumph, now echoed with the somber creak of polished boots and whispered disappointment. Snow fell steadily outside, dusting the palace's grand windows with frost. Inside, Tsar Nicholas II sat at the head of a long table, surrounded by his senior ministers, military advisors, and members of the imperial general staff.


Across the lacquered surface of the table lay the final report: the official summary of the Russo-Chinese defeat in Korea.


"We underestimated them," General Ivan Dragunov said stiffly, his voice hoarse. "The Amerathians fought with technology and precision we weren't prepared for. Their airships and long-range artillery dominated every open field. And their command structure—efficient, flexible. Not to mention the Japanese—"


Chapter 291 - Bear's Reckoning