I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

The recent submission of the Wuhai people has overshadowed the first round of examinations in Chang'an City, becoming a hot topic. Members of the Great Banner Party boast about the Son of Heaven's secret dealings with the Wuhai king against Korea, stirring up national pride among the citizens. Many common folk express a desire to join the army for potential wealth from a war with Korea. However, a scholar in the tavern criticizes this warmongering mentality, arguing for benevolence and morality over violence. He challenges the legitimacy of claims about the Son of Heaven's orders, emphasizing that such fabrications are punishable by death. His outburst highlights the tension between traditional Confucian values and the prevailing warlike sentiment among the people.

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