If the son of Heaven, who was the ruler of ancient China, acted virtuously, it would be expected that he would be a just and fair ruler, and that he would set a good example for his subjects to follow. It would also be expected that his virtuous actions would bring prosperity and harmony to the kingdom. In ancient Chinese philosophy, it was believed that a ruler who acted virtuously would be in alignment with the natural order of the universe and would be able to bring about good fortune and blessings to his people.
