Chapter 32: Refuting the Emperor

Refuting an emperor was, as one could imagine, an extremely difficult task.

In a society where everyone was equal, refuting an emperor wouldn't be that difficult after all, since modern ideas had long deconstructed the legitimacy and legality of the "divine right of kings," sweeping those ancient thoughts into the dustbin of history.

If someone dared to oppress others in the modern age by styling themselves as an emperor, they would only be met with endless disdain and a retort, "Who do you think you are?"

But in ancient times, it was a completely different story.

The divine right of kings had an inherent righteousness; loyalty and filial piety were considered the highest moral standards. Sons could not defy their fathers, nor could ministers defy their monarchs. The emperor, also called "ruler-father," but how many fathers could patiently listen to their sons reason with them?