I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In the Xuan Shi Palace, Liu Che formalized a marriage alliance with the Xiongnu, marking a significant yet humiliating treaty for the Han dynasty. Despite the peace it promised for at least four years, Liu Che felt discomfort over the substantial financial sacrifice of over fifty million coins. He recognized the alliance as a form of national humiliation, akin to past tributes. Liu Che aimed for a cautious military strategy, preferring to build strength gradually before confronting the Xiongnu. Concerns arose regarding the potential political influence of a Xiongnu princess, but Liu Che dismissed these fears, citing historical precedents where intermarriage led to strategic advantages.

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