I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In a tense exchange, Emperor Liu Che confronts Shi Dan about his family's sins, hinting at their potential punishment. Shi Dan realizes the Emperor's true intentions and, fearing for his family's survival, offers to pay ten million coins annually for atonement. Liu Che demands an immediate payment of thirty million coins, which shocks Shi Dan but he complies, recognizing the necessity of aligning with the Emperor for his family's future. He envisions the Shi family becoming powerful royal merchants under the Emperor's protection, potentially elevating their status and influence in the Han dynasty.

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