I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che, reflecting on the governance of the Xiongnu, considers Gong Sun Gui's proposal to modify the Chinese county system for the nomadic tribes. He recognizes the need for assimilation rather than mere control, aiming to improve the survival conditions of the grassland peoples. Liu Che's vision is to integrate these tribes into the Zhu Xia civilization, drawing on historical precedents of cultural merging. He believes that by offering liberation from suffering and fostering coexistence, the nomadic tribes can be welcomed as part of the Chinese nation, thus ensuring lasting peace and stability without resorting to violence or oppression.

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