I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

The bureaucratic class, when fully mobilized, demonstrates remarkable efficiency, as seen during World War II and the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War. In contemporary times, leaders actively supervise grain transport and refugee resettlement, showcasing their management skills. However, this efficiency often wanes in peacetime. Liu Che realizes that bureaucratic motivation arises from crises or significant interests. Historically, Chinese dynasties struggled with bureaucratic power dynamics, often leading to decline. Liu Che contemplates the need for equitable distribution of national benefits to sustain development, drawing lessons from both Chinese and Western systems. Yet, reforming the existing structure proves challenging, requiring careful navigation of established norms.

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