The Ming Dynasty's Censor

What was Jiajing Emperor after? If he really wanted to die, why didn't he just follow Zhou Yunyi's example? Instead, he was offering advice on converting rice paddies to mulberry fields—purely looking for trouble.

The current dual-track approach (Southeast performance evaluation system/pacification of Japanese pirates/foreign trade/agricultural reform vs. The defensive predicament in Liaodong) appears somewhat scattered. Even if Liaodong falls into further disarray, it can be temporarily held at Shanhaiguan.

But it gets better later on, not just mindless bashing and attacking everyone. The use of borrowed power is well done; there are some similar examples I really don't understand. Everyone criticizes it. The emperor is also brainless, yet he gets promoted.

Damn, why the hell did I discover this book at chapter 26? Seriously. It's not enough, damn it.

The protagonist could have subtly satirized Yan Shifan, who, despite bearing the infamy, embezzled less than a fraction of Xu Jie's wealth. Yan Song and his son weren't unaware that the "pure officials" were all beasts, but they were blind to their own shortcomings. They hadn't realized that Yan Shifan was the real biggest parasite and cancer.

It's well-written, with good prose and character development. The protagonist's background is appropriate, avoiding the overpowered charade of a minor official or commoner spouting grand pronouncements. Historical figures are complex, and very few people actually consult the official histories of the Ming Dynasty; most readers have likely only read about 1566.

If possible, save the people first, then the country, and finally the monarch who tries to "save himself." If he doesn't save the country, ignore him and just watch him with a cold eye!

It's too difficult. Forget about saving the Ming Dynasty, forget about saving the people, I might as well just enjoy myself for the rest of my life.

Not bad, much better than those suicide-style plays. 😁

A rare gem of a book! Although the author begins with a scene from a Ming Dynasty TV series and borrows some famous lines, the dialogues and debates among the court officials demonstrate originality and thoughtful consideration. A truly exceptional read! It's a pity I read it too early; there wasn't enough time! If the subsequent plot maintains this quality, I'll definitely get plenty of monthly votes.