I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In Chang'an, Liu Che is awakened by a eunuch with urgent military news amidst a cold winter night. He quickly dons a fox fur coat and summons key ministers to the Xuan Shi Hall. The Han-Xiongnu war has deviated from expectations, with Zhi Dou's forces encircled by a larger enemy. Liu Che faces financial strain as military expenses rise, realizing he must extract funds from wealthy officials and merchants. Despite the temptation to confiscate their wealth, he aspires to elevate Han civilization rather than follow in the footsteps of ruthless predecessors. His goal is to achieve lasting prosperity through strategic policies and cooperation with the elite.

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