The administration of central power in China changed significantly during the Axial Age, as royal appointees replaced hereditary officeholders. What is the difference between a royal appointee and a hereditary officeholder?
Hereditary officeholder:
"I am the oldest son of a noble family, closely related to the Zhou king. For centuries now, our family has controlled thousands of acres near Luoyang. One day, managing the land will all be my responsibility."
"My father is first-cousin to the Chu king and he is in charge of tax collection in the whole region. When he dies, I will be the new tax-collector."

Royal appointee:
"I left my home state and came to serve another king. Because of my loyalty and skill, I am now a top legal adviser to the king of Qin." T/F