I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Chancellor Chao Cuo, eager to secure his position, skillfully flatters Emperor Liu Che during a grand court assembly, emphasizing the importance of loyalty and performance evaluations. Unlike his predecessor Zhou Yafu, Chao lacks deep connections and faces numerous enemies, compelling him to navigate court politics cautiously. He presents a memorial summarizing the Chancellor's Office's performance, highlighting achievements and reforms, particularly praising Minister Zhao Yu for his successful overhaul of the Lesser Treasury. Liu Che rewards Zhao Yu, signaling support for his reforms. The assembly concludes with evaluations of county and state officials, promoting those who excelled, reinforcing the meritocratic system of the Han Dynasty.

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