I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

Jia Jing, captivated by Tang Shen's policy essay, reflects on the military household system's shortcomings and proposes using military households for local defense. He suggests recruiting loyal citizens and training them rigorously while maintaining a local militia. Tang Shen's plan emphasizes efficient military organization, avoiding past mistakes, and ensuring fiscal responsibility. Jia Jing, moved by the proposal, decides to distribute it among his ministers, valuing practical strategies over grandiose rhetoric. This moment highlights Jia Jing's desire for effective governance, contrasting with his previous reluctance to embrace reform. The essay's detailed approach aims to strengthen defenses against Japanese pirates and improve the military system, indicating a potential shift in Jia Jing's leadership style.

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