I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che reports to Emperor Liu Qi about his negotiations with the Xiongnu, assuring him that the Xiongnu will trade magical pasture seeds for valuable goods like Da Huang and Sichuan pepper. Despite initial strict controls, smuggling is expected to surge due to high profits. Historical records indicate that lucrative trade persisted even during conflicts, as both Han and Xiongnu benefited mutually. Liu Che understands the importance of this trade for stabilizing the Xiongnu and allowing the Han to focus on internal issues. Meanwhile, news of Chu Wang Liu Wu's scandalous behavior during the Empress Dowager's funeral creates public outrage, threatening his position.

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