I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

Li Guang Li, a general, expresses his anger over public perception and the need to teach a lesson to the Xiongnu, feeling insulted by their opinions. Wang Mang advises patience, but Li Guang Li is determined to act. Meanwhile, Li Ling, observing from Quli, contemplates the political landscape, understanding that the ambitions of leaders like Li Guang Li make them unlikely to step back easily. He plans to use this to his advantage, suggesting a strategy of retreat and negotiation to preserve resources and avoid further humiliation for the Xiongnu. Li Ling believes that acknowledging Han dominance may be necessary for survival, as the Xiongnu's previous strength has waned, and their allies have shifted loyalties. The situation is precarious, with the potential for a shift in power dynamics in the Western Regions.

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