Morning Video Conference First

In the traditional Qing Dynasty court painting style, the scene depicts the emperor solemnly seated on the dragon throne in the Hall of Supreme Harmony. However, instead of facing kneeling ministers, he is intently staring at a large laptop screen placed on the imperial desk. The screen displays a grid view of a "Tencent Meeting" with ministers attending from their respective residences—some looking bored, and one secretly eating noodles. The emperor wears a pair of over-ear headphones over his imperial crown. A eunuch stands behind him, holding a ring light to ensure the emperor looks radiant on camera. The text on the screen reads: "Morning Court Session."