I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Liu Che's hints about Xi Nan Yi's potential sparked interest among dukes and nobles, revealing the lucrative trade of cheap slave labor from the region. The two national uncles of Linqiong had reportedly acquired tens of thousands of slaves, leading to envy and frustration among others. As marquises discovered gold and mineral wealth in their fiefs, they became eager to exploit the cheap labor for profit. The moral implications of their actions faded in the face of greed, with discussions shifting towards the potential for territorial expansion and wealth accumulation. Meanwhile, Luoyang buzzed with rumors about the Golden Sand River, highlighting its significance as a commercial hub and the center of knight-errant activity in the Han Dynasty.

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