I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu De visits Shiqu Pavilion to consult Grand Historian Si Ma Tan about the Nine Chapters on the Mathematical Art. After a brief introduction, Liu De expresses admiration for Si Ma Tan's scholarly background and inquires about his son, Qian. Misunderstandings arise regarding Liu De's intentions, but they shift focus to Liu De's request for challenging math problems for an upcoming examination. Si Ma Tan eagerly agrees and presents two difficult questions, which Liu De finds daunting. He believes these questions will effectively filter out less capable scholars, enhancing the quality of candidates for government positions.

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