"The Xiongnu and the Qin Dynasty are separated by a blood feud, so I'm afraid it will be difficult for them to truly surrender."

"Besides, they are a nomadic people whose lifestyle, language, culture, customs and traditions are very different from those of the Central Plains. They will need long-term communication and integration."

"This is indeed a difficult matter."

Chu Yuening frowned, supported her chin with the back of her hand, and analyzed each one carefully.

From ancient times to the present, the integration and unification of civilizations has not been an easy task. It requires a lot of energy, effort, time, and even several dynasties.

Take Europe as an example. After countless wars, it was eventually divided into hundreds of countries.

From this we can also see what a great feat it was for A Zheng to unify the world, which will benefit future generations.

Ying Zheng met his wife's bright eyes and was a little confused.

He raised his eyebrows and continued to discuss business.

"Some ministers submitted a memorial proposing that they be reduced to slavery."

"Absolutely not!"

Chu Yuening's expression suddenly became serious, and her voice of opposition became particularly firm.

"Slavery is a step backward for civilization."

From a rational point of view, slavery is a backward social system.

Slaves were essentially the private property of the landlord class and could not create effective productivity for society.

What she wanted was not hundreds of thousands of numb slaves, but a thriving livestock city.

Meng County is located on a prairie with abundant grass and water, making it a Feng Shui treasure land for raising cattle, sheep and horses.

War horses, wool, cowhide, dairy products, dried meat...

It is entirely possible to form an ecological industrial chain and promote the development of Daqin's animal husbandry economy.

"Well, I know, they are too short-sighted."

Ying Zheng replied calmly, his pupils were dark and deep like a cold pond, with a sharp light flashing quietly.

In his view, collective labor could create more value for the Qin Dynasty than slaves.

After a while, Chu Yuening held her chin with a frown, thinking quietly.

Suddenly a person appeared in her mind, her eyes lit up and her tone became excited.

"A Zheng, why don't we summon Zhang Liang to see us and see what advice he has?"

"Zhang Liang?"

Ying Zheng frowned slightly, and his tone suddenly became colder.

The sunlight shone on the side of his well-defined face, and the shadows were intertwined, making it somewhat dim and unclear.

Because of the assassination attempts in two lifetimes, he was always wary of Zhang Liang.

Even though Yue Ning said that he has the reputation of being a "strategist", he has not yet shown much talent.

Therefore, even though Zhang Liang later became the third place in the imperial examination, he was only given an official position as a messenger.

"Yes, he's a diplomat, so his expertise is just right."

Chu Yuening said with a smile, her brows curved, and she seemed quite complacent about her own wit.

The envoys were under the jurisdiction of the Dianke, one of the Nine Ministers, and were mainly responsible for foreign relations, including interactions between the country and its vassal states, as well as interactions between various princes and ethnic groups within the country.

Zhang Liang is not only strategic, but also happens to be a diplomat, with full buffs, making him a true chosen one.

No one is better suited to handle this than him.

After a long while, Ying Zheng still did not reply. His long eyelashes cast a shadow, obscuring the thoughts in his eyes.

Seeing that the man remained silent, Chu Yuening supported herself on the table with both hands, put her head close to him, and probed curiously.

"Is A Zheng still holding a grudge?"

“No.”

Ying Zheng remained calm and denied it calmly.

Chu Yuening stared at the thin lips that were pursed into a straight line, and suddenly smiled brightly. She stretched out her index finger and shook it.

"Hmph, don't try to trick me~"

"But Masamune who holds a grudge is also very cute."

“…”

The woman came very close, her beautiful eyes curved like a crescent moon, her smile was sweet, the fragrance of orchids blew over, and her voice was like the cry of an oriole, clear and charming.

Ying Zheng stared at his quirky little wife, his heart softened, and his cold face softened a little.

He stretched out his big hand and rubbed the top of her head. His low voice was full of helplessness, but his phoenix eyes were full of doting.

"Well, then summon him."

"Yuening, sit down first, don't fall."

"Hehe, no, A Zheng will catch me anyway~"

Chu Yuening shook her head coquettishly, finally experiencing the feeling of "those who are favored are always fearless".

Then she rebelliously moved closer, looked at the pale pink lips, and couldn't help but kiss them.

The tips of their noses touched, their breaths intertwined, their eyes met, and their affectionate gazes seemed to be able to draw threads.

Ying Zheng picked up his disobedient little wife, pressed her tightly in his arms, and let her kiss him to her heart's content.

When Zhang Liang arrived at Zhangtai Palace, the emperor and empress were sitting upright at the top, with graceful temperament and appropriate manners.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, Your Majesty."

"Zhang Qing, please stand up."

Chu Yuening said in a gentle voice, she looked at the handsome young man below with amazement in her eyes.

However, under the dim gaze of the person beside her, she did not look at it for long and went straight to the point.

"Your Majesty wishes to establish a prefecture north of the Yin Mountains and fully incorporate the Xiongnu into the empire."

"Therefore, the Xiongnu must sincerely submit to the Qin Dynasty."

"Mr. Zhang is extremely resourceful. Do you have any good ideas?"

Hearing this, Zhang Liang's eyes flashed with surprise, his pupils flickered, and his expression was hesitant.

Although he saved his life due to the assassination, he was never reused. He felt lonely but also inexplicably relieved.

Now that the Queen has asked him to offer advice, she wonders whether this will arouse the Emperor's suspicion.

Zhang Liang stammered a few times, trying to hide his incompetence.

But when he met those eyes as bright as stars, he was silent for a long time, and finally spoke.

"I have a plan..."

“…”

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