I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che inquired about the settlement corps to gauge the effectiveness of the settlement policy after six months. Gong Sun Hong, a Confucian minister, praised the policy, comparing it favorably to the historical 'Great Enlightenment of the Barbarians.' He then cautiously critiqued the military farming strategy, suggesting that the authority of the Emperor might be overshadowed by military leaders. As the conversation progressed, Gong Sun Hong shifted his focus, highlighting the need for stricter rewards and punishments within the military farming groups to prevent laziness and inefficiency. This unexpected critique revealed a potential adaptation of Confucianism to align with Legalist principles, reflecting the evolving political landscape under Liu Che's rule.

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