I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Hu Lu She, dressed in silk from the Han Dynasty, discovered a damaged bamboo scroll of "Shang Jun Shu" in a cave, which he viewed as a lost treasure. Reflecting on the past, he lamented that had the Xiongnu adopted its teachings earlier, they might have avoided humiliation in battles against the Han. The Xiongnu faced decline and sought escape from the Han's might, with many tribes planning to flee westward. Amidst this, trade between the Han and Xiongnu thrived, despite ongoing conflict. A proposal for the 'Varna' system from a Sindhu slave gained traction among nobles, promising stability for the elite. Hu Lu She recognized its potential to secure power for the nobility, highlighting the allure of a structured society that favored the conquerors.

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