I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che received a booklet from Chao Cuo, authored by Gong Sun Hong, which impressed him with its clarity and persuasive arguments, despite its strong Confucian influence. Liu Che, who had previously opposed merchants, found himself supportive of commerce, particularly appreciating a phrase about taxes and land abundance. He decided to summon Gong Sun Hong to the court, recognizing the importance of maintaining a facade of cooperation with ministers. Liu Che understood the need to involve scholars and nobles in governance to prevent dissent and ensure policy implementation, reflecting on past political challenges. He aimed to create a sense of shared governance, especially regarding merchants, as discussions unfolded in the court.

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