Legend of the Magnate (大生意人) is adapted from the novel written by Zhao Zhi Yu.

Synopsis Per Qiyi: The story follows Gu Pingyuan, a scholar who is falsely accused and exiled. Faking his death to survive, he navigates treacherous political and social landscapes, strategically leveraging opportunities to rise again. Starting with a money exchange business, he builds his fortune through tea, establishes his enterprise with salt, and eventually provides grain to feed the people. Through his unique methods and resilience, he stages a powerful comeback in the business world, ultimately becoming a great merchant who brings prosperity to his region.

Airing 11/25~

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