I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Zhou Yang You, the governor of He Dong, reflects on the hypocrisy of the engraved motto in his mansion, recalling the downfall of his family. To maintain power, he engages in corrupt practices, selling government grain to enrich himself. As a locust plague threatens grain supplies, he falsifies reports to cover his tracks. However, the arrival of nobles from Guanzhong, including the potential heir Prince Liu De, complicates matters. Fearing exposure, Zhou sets fire to a warehouse to destroy evidence of his misdeeds, hoping to shift blame to Dayang County and secure favor with the prince, indifferent to the consequences for others.

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