I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Xu Jiu, appointed as Governor of the Protectorate of Anton, embarks on a tumultuous journey to his new post, accompanied by Chief Inspector Wang Wen Shu. Their voyage is fraught with seasickness and challenges, but they eventually reach Anton. Meanwhile, Fang Sheng, an exiled official, reflects on his family's fall from grace due to a scandal. Onboard a ship, he learns about the Xiliu beasts, intelligent whales believed to be reincarnated heroic spirits, which have aided sailors in peril. The crew discusses the dangers of the sea, ship design flaws, and the mysterious nature of these creatures, highlighting their significance in local lore and survival.

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