I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In a tense meeting, Liu Che, the Crown Prince, dismisses a merchant's inquiry about protection costs, asserting the royal family's superiority over merchants. He reveals plans for a new rule called "Last Place Elimination," which will evaluate power holders in Guanzhong markets, replacing the lowest-ranked and rewarding the top performers with noble titles. This proposal shocks the attendees, as it could elevate a merchant to a noble rank, a rarity in their society. Liu Che believes that merchants are essential for governance and economic policies, hinting at a pragmatic approach to power and rewards within the Han dynasty.

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