I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu De drafted a list of twelve individuals, including notable descendants of nobility and those with political connections, such as Gu Nie Rou, who would later become the Marquis of Qucheng. He admired those who accomplished real deeds, contrasting them with a foolish uncle who repeatedly fell from grace. Liu De also considered the implications of choosing certain candidates, balancing talent with political correctness. After finalizing the list, he instructed Wang Dao to formally invite the selected individuals to the palace, aiming to promote the Imperial Examination System. Meanwhile, he anticipated news about his brothers' new titles, particularly concerning Liu Rong's potential fate as crown prince.

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