I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

Zhang Yue contemplates a strategy involving Loulan, a wealthy kingdom benefiting from Silk Road trade. He believes that if the Han army can lure the Xiongnu into Loulan, they could gain a significant advantage, potentially turning the tide of conflict. Zhang Yue discusses the necessity of Wusun's involvement to provoke the Xiongnu, while also emphasizing the importance of cultural assimilation for Loulan's integration into the Han Dynasty. An Xun, the prince of Loulan, is persuaded to support the idea of sending Confucian scholars to educate his people, which Zhang Yue believes will solidify Han influence in the region. Ultimately, the plan hinges on manipulating the dynamics between the Han, Xiongnu, and Wusun to achieve a favorable outcome for the Han Dynasty.

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