The Court Is Full of Corrupt Officials, So Why Is It So Hard to Be a Foolish Emperor?

Yang Zhongxuan transmigrates to the Great Qian Dynasty, where he is about to ascend the throne as emperor.

He is determined to become a sage ruler for the ages, but one look at the assembled officials leaves him completely dumbfounded.

The court is filled with treacherous ministers such as Yan Song, Cai Jing, Qin Hui, Li Linfu, He Shen, Yan Shifan, and Lai Junchen.

The inner court is home to eunuchs such as Wei Zhongxian, Liu Jin, Zhao Gao, Tong Guan, and Wang Zhen.

At this crucial moment, Yang Zhongxuan activates the Great Tyrant System!

“With a court full of treacherous ministers and eunuchs, I can become a great tyrant and live forever!”

“I shall wage endless wars, impose exorbitant taxes, and rule with an iron fist.”

“I shall neglect the affairs of state, be lazy and gluttonous, and indulge in extravagance and lust.”

“Congratulations, Your Majesty! Our armies have conquered Europe. The barbarians have ceded territory, paid indemnities, and become our vassals.”

“Congratulations, Your Majesty! The people are eager to pay taxes. The Great Qian's revenue has reached unprecedented heights.”

“Congratulations, Your Majesty! The foreign kingdoms overseas have once again sent a group of beautiful young women as tribute.”

“...”

Watching the stream of good news, Yang Zhongxuan is at a loss for words.

“I was careless. I never expected it would be so hard to become a tyrant with a court full of treacherous ministers!”

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.