I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che, upon returning to the palace, is informed of Imperial Censor Chao Gong's arrival, which he anticipated due to recent arrests related to unscrupulous merchants. The Legalists, while traditionally hostile to merchants, rely on their resources for political power. Chao Cuo, the current Censor, inquires about the mobilization of the Tiger Guards, which Liu Che downplays, assuring him it’s under control. Liu Che warns Chao Cuo to distance himself from the Meng Family, indicating their merchant connections could compromise him. The narrative highlights the complex interplay between Confucianism and Legalism, both rooted in the same philosophical tradition yet diverging in practice and ideology.

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