Rebellious Wei.

Summary

. In Chapter 22, Emperor Cao Rui is confronted by Xia Hou Hui's pointed question about Wu Di's hopes for the realm. Cao Rui, intrigued by the underlying implications of the question, encourages Xia Hou Hui to speak freely. Xia Hou Hui expresses concern over the nine-rank system, arguing that it prioritizes family background over merit, which could lead to the rise of powerful families and undermine the state. He emphasizes that this system is detrimental in the long run and reflects on his own position, highlighting the need for appointments based on virtue and talent rather than lineage. .

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