“The immense burden of Shu Han's realm!”
“94 million subjects of Shu Han!”
“1.2 billion hectares of Shu Han's territory!”
“All at once, it was laid upon my shoulders. It weighed so heavily that I could barely breathe. From that day on, I was no longer myself.”
“I am not the lone ruler, and the lone ruler is not me.”
“I am the Son of Heaven, bearing the burden as I go. It weighs me down so much that not even my Imperial Chancellor could lift me up, let alone Kuafu. I am Adou, lost in wine, women, and song. Not even a person could wake me, let alone a blue whale.”
“Under this pressure, I walked on thin ice, daring not to make even the slightest mistake. So for a long time, I obeyed the Imperial Chancellor's every command.”
“I know some call me as stupid as a pig, while others say I'm an Adou who can't be helped.”
“But so what? As long as Shu Han still stands! As long as its territory remains intact! As long as its people can live in peace, free from invasion! That... is enough for me.”
The work uses Liu Shan (A Dou) from the Shu Han state in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms as the main character, traversing through historical figures from ancient and modern times to construct a series of storylines. These stories revolve around Liu Shan's inability to be helped, showcasing the power struggles and corruption within the upper echelons of feudal society. The work is captivating, with fluent writing and beautiful language. I give it a five-star rating.
Looks good, no further explanation needed. I, Liu Shan, am about to take off, and no one can stop me! [Smirk]
The author has a thorough understanding of the Three Kingdoms period, and can readily draw upon the characters and stories in a vivid and engaging manner. In particular, the author offers a fresh interpretation of Liu Shan (A Dou), whose comeback is convincing.
He who has not read this book is no true hero; even a hero's efforts are in vain...
Rich in knowledge points, with fluent sentences, covering both history and modern times. Not boring at all. Very well explained, will save this for later. 👍💕