Traveling Through Ancient Times To Be a Shopkeeper

Wei Cheng got the identity of the second child of the Wei family, someone with a dull and quiet personality. The original owner’s family lived outside in the county while the original owner lived alone in the countryside and helped the family farm. His family eats spicy food, while he eats rice with bran. The original owner was twenty years old and he was still not married. His eldest brother has already married a wife who gave birth to a son. It was hard for the family to remember his marriage, but after the original owner gets married, it would be hard for him to continue living in the county, which would cause gossip, and later his family simply separated him. They will be fully seperated after he marries a wife. When they arranged a blind date for him, he met a woman who hated him and was full of dislike for the original owner. The original owner also liked a girl in the village, but they were disgusted of him and he was ab*sed in the same way, and his family also disliked his poor and shabby clothes. After the separation, they also gave him a dilapidated house that no one has lived in for a few years, and the original owner committed su*cide after thinking about his life. Wei Cheng traveled to ancient times after encountering a car accident and he started his new life, marrying a ger, doing business, and from being looked down upon by relatives, to getting rich later, step by step he was building a wealthy family. Wei Cheng traveled to a prosperous and powerful country. He was in a dilapidated house outside the suburbs of Nanshan County. After the separation, they went from doing business to being a peddler and wholesaler.

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Traveling Through Ancient Times To Be a Shopkeeper "Traveling Through Ancient Times To Be a Shopkeeper" promised a relaxing historical romance with a business twist, and while it delivered on some fronts, it also stumbled in others. Overall, I found it to be a fairly enjoyable, albeit somewhat shallow, read. ### First Impressions The premise is familiar: a modern man transmigrates to ancient China and uses his knowledge to become a successful merchant. I was initially drawn in by the promise of a sweet yaoi romance and the slice-of-life elements. The initial chapters were engaging enough, setting the stage for a heartwarming story of two people building a life together. ### What Works Well The strongest aspect of this novel is its focus on business development. I appreciated seeing the protagonist, Wei Cheng, utilize his modern knowledge to create new products and establish trade routes. The story excels at portraying his entrepreneurial spirit and his interactions with various merchants and officials. It's a satisfying "rags to riches" story, with satisfying face-slapping moments, particularly against greedy relatives. I also enjoyed the lighthearted tone and the relatively low-stakes drama. It's a pleasant read for when you want something easy and comforting, focusing on the couple's growth and business endeavors. The side characters, while sometimes a little two-dimensional, add depth to the world and offer glimpses into different aspects of ancient Chinese society. ### Areas of Concern My biggest issue lies with the development of the romance. While the initial attraction between Wei Cheng and Zhou Yuan is sweet, their relationship progresses very quickly, leaving little room for genuine emotional depth. Zhou Yuan, the ML, unfortunately feels underdeveloped and passive. I found myself wanting him to be more proactive and assertive, rather than simply relying on the MC. Some readers may find the depiction of the ML frustratingly simple. The fast-paced romance and the MLs lack of development may leave some readers wanting more. ### Final Verdict "Traveling Through Ancient Times To Be a Shopkeeper" is a decent read for those looking for a lighthearted and easy-to-digest story about business, family, and a touch of romance. While the romance could be more developed and the characters more complex, it's still an enjoyable read if you're in the mood for something low-stakes and feel-good. I'd recommend it with the caveat that it's more of a business-focused slice of life than a deeply emotional romance.