I Want to Be Emperor.

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The text discusses the evolution of bureaucratic systems in ancient China, particularly comparing the Qin and Han dynasties. It highlights the efficiency and organization of the Han bureaucratic system, which surpassed that of Qin Shi Huang's era. The Han Canal, a historical waterway, is mentioned as having potential but currently remains underappreciated. Liu Che, the emperor, recognizes the importance of the canal but believes it is not the right time to undertake its renovation due to resource constraints. Instead, he proposes a gradual approach to connect waterways, training an engineering corps for future projects, which excites the Legalist officials who dream of grand engineering feats.

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