Rebellion? It's exhausting, and people die in droves. Let whoever wants to rebel do it. The emperor? It's a thankless job with too many responsibilities and too little sleep. Let whoever wants the throne take it.
Who says a decaying dynasty has to be overthrown? I say it can last another hundred years.
Who says an orphan and a widowed empress dowager have to be bullied? I'll teach the emperor how to rule, and stay by the empress dowager's side.
Who says the commoners of Great Yong will never get a chance to rise? Me, a live-in son-in-law and illegitimate son, am the carefree regent.
“Little emperor, it's time to take care of your official duties. Empress Dowager, you're only just over thirty. Why say you're past your prime? I think you're still as charming as ever.”
