I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In a court meeting, a question about a strategy to strengthen the core and weaken the periphery left Liu De uncertain. Shentu Jia clarified that the policy, rooted in Liu Bang's legacy, aimed to consolidate power in Guanzhong before extending it. The court debated the punishment for King Liu Ang of Jiaoxi, with Chao Cuo advocating for severe action, while Shentu Jia defended the king's loyalty. Their heated exchange highlighted the tension between enforcing authority and maintaining alliances. As the Emperor intervened, Liu De recognized the complexities of court politics and the necessity of strategic planning for his future ambitions.

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