I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Chen Jiao, leading his army near the Xiongnu encampment, is shocked by a messenger's proposal: the Xiongnu will offer 200,000 livestock for safe passage home. This immense wealth intrigues Chen Jiao, who sees it as a potential means to elevate his status. Despite his initial disdain for collaborating with "barbarian thieves," he is tempted by the offer. The Xiongnu envoy reveals their fear of the Han's might and pleads for mercy, mentioning a noble named Lantuoxin who incited their invasion. Chen Jiao exploits the envoy's superstitions about the Han Emperor's divine status, leading the envoy to submit in fear, hoping for mercy from the "Son of Heaven."

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