I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

As night fell, Liu Che hosted a grand banquet at the Unending Palace to celebrate the victory in the Battle of Heshi. During the festivities, he questioned Liu She about the recent mass arrests of commoners for selling iron tools. Liu She explained that they were detained for failing to pay fines. Liu Che, concerned about the implications, ordered an investigation. He recognized the bureaucratic institution's excessive power, akin to the IRS, and intervened to release the arrested individuals, emphasizing the need to avoid interfering with commoners' internal trade. Liu Che also instructed compensation for their detention, showcasing his intent to win the people's favor.

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