I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che reflects on the examination system in the Great Han Empire, which has shifted to prioritize exams over recommendations for selecting officials. While this has revitalized governance, it has also strengthened Confucianism's dominance, with 70% of candidates being Confucian scholars. To counter this, Liu Che has demoted Confucian scholars upon appointment and decided to support the Fa Jia by sending diligent farmers and righteous men for training in their academies. This policy aims to balance the influence of Confucianism, which has proliferated despite suppression. Liu Che's strategy highlights the complexities of imperial governance, where maintaining equilibrium among competing ideologies is essential for stability.

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