I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

Wei Lu reflects on his hometown, Shui Xiang, and his deep emotional connection to it, despite being the King of the Dingling of the Xiongnu. He expresses a longing to be buried there, highlighting his nostalgia and loyalty to his roots. The conversation shifts to Zhang Chi You, a fellow villager and the author of the influential "Art of War." Wei Lu warns Hu Lu Gu about Zhang's formidable reputation and his status as a trusted minister in the Han Dynasty. The Xiongnu's fear of Han scholars, particularly the Gongyang faction, grows as they recall past encounters with powerful Han generals. Hu Lu Gu realizes the potential threat Zhang Chi You poses, fearing he may rival past military leaders like Wei Qing and Huo Qubing.

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