I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

The main opposition to the proposed local autonomy law comes from the Legalists, while the Confucians, despite some objections, secretly support it as it benefits the powerful landlords and clans. The Legalists fear that the law could disrupt the established agriculture and warfare system, weakening the Han's military potential. Liu Che, recognizing the need for industrialization and societal development, plans to use local elections to scapegoat the noble clans, enabling the rise of capitalism. He aims to complete this transformation despite the moral cost, knowing that historical industrialization often comes with significant sacrifice and bloodshed.

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