[Number Eight!
Guan Zhong was the assistant to Duke Huan of Qi. His statecraft and strategic wisdom surpassed all his contemporaries.
Yet, regrettably, he lacked a successor to carry on his policies.
Standing before you is the greatest support of the Spring and Autumn period, hailed by later generations as the pioneer of Legalism.
The originator of trade wars, and the legendary patriarch of the brothel industry.
He was also one of Zhuge Liang's idols—a multifaceted talent combining economist, philosopher, statesman, strategist, and essayist.
Some said that whoever could win him to their side could conquer the empire. He came from humble origins and started as a merchant, becoming friends with Bao Shuya.
Hailed by Duke Huan of Qi as "Royal Father", internally he developed agriculture and commerce, achieving the objective of "using the Son of Heaven to command the lords."
Ultimately, he assisted Duke Huan of Qi in becoming the first hegemon of the Spring and Autumn period.
He also authored the book *Master Guan*, advocated for propriety and vestments, and was praised by later generations as the "First Prime Minister of Huaxia"!]
In the mysterious and grandiose Great Qin Plane, the majestic and magnificent Xianyang Palace stood like a vast treasury, radiating endless dignity and power. Inside the palace, the golden splendor and intricately painted beams demonstrated the supreme nobility of the emperor.
At this moment, the First Emperor was sitting atop the dragon throne that s…
Chapter 130