But the current situation is already different.
Various nations are implementing reforms, especially the formidable northern adversary, Liao, which, on the foundation of the Legalist School, has integrated the thoughts of the new era to establish a completely new system.
They draw upon the 'Law' of Shang Yang, emphasizing the clarity of decrees and impartial rewards and punishments; adopt the 'Techniques' of Shen Buhai, focusing on governing officials and assessing performance; and incorporate the 'Power' of Shen Dao to enhance monarchical authority and consolidate centralization.
The integration of these three schools, with agriculture and military as the foundation of the nation, has sparked a sweeping transformation across the entire Liao territory.
Even Gu Yi has taken notice of this.
The territory of Liao is vast, far surpassing that of the Great Song.
More crucially—
The present Kyushu differs from its original historical trajectory.
