Judgment of Dayu.

Summary

Dayu, after consulting with his confidant Yi, expressed his determination to reform the traditional system despite Yi's concerns about potential resistance from vested interests within the court and tribes. Dayu highlighted the historical dangers of military power threatening the court's authority, emphasizing the need for reform to prevent chaos. Yi, recognizing the necessity of change, agreed to support Dayu's reforms and manage the court's ministers' ideologies. Following this, Dayu initiated the drafting of military and political reforms, which were presented during a grand court meeting. The proposal aimed to centralize military and political affairs under the court, receiving unanimous support from the ministers. Dayu appointed Qi as the military affairs chief, solidifying the reforms and enhancing the court's control over military power.

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