I Became Hooge and Brought About a Republic Early

After Hong Taiji's death, Hooge and Dorgon engage in a fierce struggle for power. To preserve his strength, Hooge retreats to Liaodong, knowing that he needs a solid base of support to stand against Dorgon. He therefore places his trust in the Han Chinese, joining forces with them to establish a stronghold and develop the economy.

With the help of the Han Chinese, Liaodong gradually prospers, and Hooge's power grows day by day. He builds up his forces, waiting for the right moment to act.

One day, Hooge receives intelligence that Dorgon's defenses on the Shandong Peninsula are weak. He acts decisively, leading an elite force in a surprise attack. The move catches Dorgon completely off guard, forcing him to retreat step by step.

Hooge presses his advantage and gradually recaptures the lost territories. He welcomes talented people from every background, Manchu or Han, appointing them solely on merit and earning the support of people from all ethnic groups.

As his influence continues to expand, Hooge finally realizes his dream: he conquers the realm and establishes a multiethnic state of Manchu and Han.

Yet Hooge is not content with that. Knowing the power of the people, he promotes political reforms and introduces a democratic system, guiding the country toward a republic.

Thanks to Hooge's efforts, the country flourishes and its people live in peace and comfort. His achievements are recorded in history, and he is remembered as a wise ruler of his age.