I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In mid-July, Liu Che received the head of the Xianbei King, crafted into a drinking vessel by the Xiongnu, showcasing their brutal artistry. Yan Yi and Ji An were horrified by the barbarism, contrasting it with China's abolition of human sacrifices. Liu Che, however, saw the potential benefits of this act, instructing Wang Dao to send the vessel to Xinhua City. He recognized the brewing conflict between the Xiongnu and Wusun, which he aimed to exploit for the Han Dynasty's advantage. Liu Che dismissed the Xiongnu's outrageous demands for marriage alliance gifts, asserting that the Han would not be subservient like the Song Dynasty. His strategy involved fostering discord between the Xiongnu and Wusun to weaken both, paving the way for Han expansion.

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