I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

In the narrative, Jun Chen negotiates with the Han Dynasty for the Xiongnu's need for ironware, metals, and weapons, offering gold, livestock, and slaves in return. The Xiongnu's gold is primarily obtained through plunder and tribute, but its value is limited in their barter-based economy. Jun Chen recognizes the necessity of a western conquest to secure resources and maintain power, especially against the formidable Da Wan Guo. He contemplates the challenges of this campaign, including the need for siege weapons from the Han. Despite uncertainties, he believes negotiation is possible, driven by past interactions and the Han's interest in arms trade.

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