The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

"Today, I wish to have a frank and open discussion with you all."

Seeing Liu Bang's unrestrained behavior, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment, including Chen Tai.

Your Majesty, this is not what we agreed upon beforehand.

We agreed that you would play the bad cop and I would play the good cop, right?

Why does it seem like I'm the one playing the bad cop now?

Chen Tai was completely dumbfounded.

This is not what we agreed on before!

However, Liu Bang did not pay much attention to his expression.

On the contrary, in front of his civil and military officials, Liu Bang appeared completely carefree.

This was a last-minute change of heart on his part.

In this situation, no matter who plays the bad cop and who plays the good cop, the outcome won't be good.

At the very least, it's impossible to get everyone to accept it.

Then I'll just avoid playing the good cop or the bad cop myself.

He only sings about himself.

He was none other than Liu Bang, the succubus of the Han Dynasty!

Why did you choose Sima Shi in the first place?

"Is it because of their power? Or because of the military power they hold? Or perhaps because of their personal methods or charisma?"

Upon hearing this, the vast majority of people would unhesitatingly say that they would be the first choice.

If it weren't for the Sima clan's power, they would never have submitted to them in this way.

But at this time, they won't step forward.

Even knowing that he was submitting to Sima Shi, he still refused to admit that he was a slave to power.

Seeing that most people in the court remained silent, Liu Bang simply smiled helplessly and then shook his head.

"I know that the vast majority of you are not loyal to the Sima family."

"The reason I'm speaking frankly with you today is to tell you..."

"I have not forced you to do anything, nor have I forced you to obey me. If even I am like this, then what right do others have to do these things?"

It wouldn't be difficult to force these people to sever ties with the Sima family.

The difficulty lies in getting these people to do it willingly.

"Before abdicating in favor of the Sima family, I was the Emperor of Great Wei. Even I did not force you, my beloved ministers, so why is the Sima family able to take things from you at will?"

As he changed his seating position and spoke with a face full of emotion about various complaints, Liu Bang could keenly sense that many officials strongly agreed with his words.

No one feels that anyone is born to be above them in status.

Even before Liu Bang achieved true unification of the Han Dynasty, he did not consider himself much more noble than others.

Now, he feels even more strongly that whoever has the ability should be the emperor!

"...Your Majesty, the Sima family has many spies and countless loyal followers. At this time, it is very difficult for you to suddenly make us realize our situation."

Seeing that most of the civil and military officials in the court remained silent, Chen Tai had no choice but to speak again.

Although Liu Bang's current behavior is completely contrary to the previous agreement, he has no choice but to cooperate obediently.

He has to take on the role of the straight man, even if it's all an illusion.

"Then how can I make you all clearly understand and believe that my target is only the Sima family, those entire family of traitors and rebels?"

The entire court of officials: "..."

The ingenious teamwork between Liu Bang and Chen Tai was obvious to anyone with eyes.

The problem now is that even if they can all see through it, who will expose these two?

"And since you all agree with my ideas, why do you think I will definitely lose?"

Still, no one spoke.

They don't speak, but their meaning is clear: they will only make their choices and stick to their principles when they see absolute benefits.

Despite repeated questioning, Liu Bang failed to obtain a satisfactory answer.

On the contrary, the eyes of most people in the court only became more hesitant and conflicted.

They couldn't be sure whether Liu Bang or Sima Shi would take control of the government next.

If they make a decision too easily, and the final result is wrong, it will be a catastrophe for all of them!

"Gentlemen, if you blame me for my past incompetence, then I have nothing to say."

"After all, I really did deceive you. But now, can you please listen to me for a moment?"

Liu Bang saw through their thoughts, so he simply continued speaking.

He remained as lazy and indifferent as ever, yet with a hint of seriousness.

It seemed that he hadn't really cared about this matter from beginning to end, yet he hadn't truly given up on it either.

“You all know Sima Shi’s ambitions. He wants more than just my position; he wants the world of our Great Wei.”

"If he were to truly gain control of the Great Wei, would he fulfill your desires?"

"I certainly won't tolerate granting you titles of kings so easily, nor will I satisfy your demands for fiefdoms, but will Sima Shi satisfy them? He will only be more powerful than I am!"

Liu Bang liked to simplify complex matters.

Just like now.

Most people in the court knew Sima Shi's intentions.

The two Sima brothers were plotting a rebellion; their clan had always coveted only the position of emperor.

Furthermore, it was almost certain that they could provide benefits to officials and various powerful clans.

That is why, now, Liu Bang's behavior has made everyone in the court indifferent.

It was as if once the Sima family stormed the capital, no one else would be affected in the slightest.

"More importantly, although Sima Shi shifted the blame to me after he captured the capital, you were ultimately the ones who fought alongside me."

"We can't really pin our hopes on his conscience having a change of heart, can we?"

"Or do you think you're more important to Sima Shi than his wife is to him?"

The civil and military officials below the stage: "..."

Today's court assembly seems to be Liu Bang's way of discussing with his officials the shortcomings of the Sima family and the flaws that the Sima family has made after gaining power.

No matter how much the officials told themselves they needed to compromise, Liu Bang's words seemed to resonate with them deeply.

“I would never force you to do anything, but the Sima family is completely different; they might force you to do anything.”

"After today, I will never say such things to you again. You only have this one last chance. How you choose and what you do is up to you."

Seeing that most people were still hesitant, Liu Bang stood up and left one last sentence.

He has said what he needed to say; the rest is up to them to decide.

He simply told everyone about his strengths and weaknesses.

Even if Sima Shi leads his army to attack, they may not necessarily lose.

But if Sima Shi loses, then the servants who surrendered to the Sima family in advance will have no chance to turn their lives around!

He nonchalantly revealed his situation to everyone, then turned and left without a trace of doubt.

Chen Tai, who was originally supposed to play the good cop, didn't say a word at this moment.

He seemed to know Liu Bang's thoughts, and even at such a critical moment, he didn't utter a single unnecessary word.

If Liu Bang had put his words to this point and the civil and military officials in the court still couldn't make the right choice, then they deserved to be eliminated by the times!