I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Two days after the Battle of Mayi, the heads of slain Xiongnu nobles and Yin Zhi Xie were paraded into Chang'an, accompanied by over a thousand victorious soldiers. The grand ceremony, orchestrated by Liu Che, drew massive crowds, celebrating the triumph of the Han army. Citizens cheered as soldiers, adorned with flowers, entered the city, trampling the banners of their former enemies. The event sparked a frenzy among wealthy families eager to secure marriages with the returning heroes, highlighting the societal shift towards military merit as a means of status. The entry ceremony showcased the pride of the southern and northern armies, whose soldiers were celebrated as local heroes, further intensifying the competition among families for alliances with these distinguished warriors.

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