Transmigrated As A 1970s Drama Queen, Handed Over The System To Become A National Darling

Ji Nanxi, a soldier from the 22nd-century interstellar era, dies in battle and transmigrates into the body of a woman with the same name in 1976 China. She awakens in a military family compound in Guangdong Province, finding herself in the middle of a heated argument with her husband, Lu Zhiyan, who is demanding a divorce. The original host was known as a drama queen who constantly caused trouble, but Ji Nanxi, aware that the original character eventually starved to death after the divorce, immediately changes her demeanor. She embraces Lu Zhiyan and begs him not to leave, successfully averting the divorce. A system binds to her, granting her an Interstellar Spacetime Mall that allows her to exchange credit points for goods from the future, including food and medical supplies. Lu Zhiyan, a regimental commander in the Qionghai Fleet, is transferred to a remote garrison on Qiongzhou Island. Despite his initial reluctance and coldness, Ji Nanxi insists on accompanying him, surprising him with her sudden cooperation and affection.

Upon arriving on the island, the couple moves into a dilapidated two-story courtyard house on the edge of the base. While other military wives compete for the newer apartment units, Ji Nanxi chooses the old courtyard, citing a desire for privacy and a kitchen. In reality, she is excited to farm, as the interstellar era made agriculture nearly impossible due to mutated plants and beasts. She discovers wild chives in the yard and decides to clear the land to grow vegetables and raise chickens. Lu Zhiyan is stunned by this transformation, as the pampered heiress he married seemed incapable of such labor. Ji Nanxi uses items from her system, such as interstellar construction materials and gene repair agents, to improve their living conditions and secretly enhance Lu Zhiyan’s health through his food. Her behavior wins over the local villagers, particularly Auntie Xie, who provides them with seeds and chicks, and the base commander, who notes her positive influence on his subordinate.

The couple’s relationship gradually warms as they work together to furnish their home. Lu Zhiyan, who harbors secrets about his status as the illegitimate son of the Lu family, finds himself drawn to Ji Nanxi’s resilience and warmth. He begins to protect her, holding her hand during walks and ensuring she is cared for. However, their peaceful life is interrupted when they travel to Ya County for supplies. There, Lu Zhiyan witnesses a robbery and swiftly subdues the culprit, Luo Biao, who attacks him with a dagger. Luo Biao boasts that his uncle, Luo Yonggui, is the director of the local Supply and Marketing Cooperative and implies corruption within the police force. Lu Zhiyan reports the incident to his commander, who recognizes the severity of the situation and the potential for a larger crackdown on local corruption.

Simultaneously, Lu Zhiyan receives a dangerous mission to patrol the waters near the Golden Triangle to intercept an international drug lord codenamed Viper. He prepares to leave, telling Ji Nanxi that he will return when his shift ends. Ji Nanxi supports his duty, reaffirming her commitment to guarding their home while he guards the country. She resolves to use her system to help the nation advance technologically by eventually sharing her knowledge with the appropriate authorities. As she settles into her new life on the island, planting seeds and building a home, Ji Nanxi is determined to make the most of this second chance, securing her marriage and her place in this era while navigating the political and social challenges that lie ahead.