As the saying goes: without comparison, there is no harm.

To dismantle a nation or country, one can start from the bottom, find a way to incite a struggle between the lower and upper classes, and then the Han Dynasty can enter the scene as a savior, which will undoubtedly be much easier.

Compared to conquest by force.

Cultural infiltration is clearly a very powerful weapon.

Thinking of this, Liu Hong had a sudden flash of inspiration and came up with various methods of intrusion, including commerce, clothing, culture, food, and religion.

It can be said that Chu Qian's proposal and Liu Hong's plan for cultural invasion were exactly the same.

Immediately, Liu Hong looked at Chu Qian with a solemn expression and said in a deep voice:

"Lord Chu, I intend to open up a brand new battlefield before the Han Dynasty has the strength to conquer all directions."

"A brand new battlefield? May I ask what battlefield Your Majesty is referring to?"

Chu Qian looked at Liu Hong with a puzzled expression.

"I have devised an infiltration plan. If this plan can be successfully implemented, there will be no more obstacles when the Han Dynasty conquers and rules the four directions in the future!"

"An infiltration plan...? Your Majesty, please enlighten me!"

Upon hearing Liu Hong's plan, Chu Qian looked at Liu Hong with great curiosity.

Liu Hong nodded, then said in a deep voice:

"I plan to establish a 'Foreign Affairs Department' under the Court of State Ceremonial to carry out this infiltration plan. I intend to entrust you with the specific details!"

"May I ask, Your Majesty, what is this 'Foreign Affairs Department'...?"

Upon hearing that the emperor was setting up a new department, Chu Qian looked at Liu Hong with a puzzled expression.

"This Foreign Affairs Office is different from previous missions. The imperial court will send people to the surrounding countries to lease a piece of land to build a branch of the Foreign Affairs Office, and send envoys to be stationed there to be responsible for communication with them."

Liu Hong then gave Chu Qian a general account of the situation of those ambassadors stationed abroad in later generations.

"Oh, I see!"

Chu Qian nodded with a look of sudden realization.

"Your Majesty's method is excellent; it allows for a faster and more direct understanding of the movements of other states! However, I wonder what connection this... ambassador abroad has with the new battlefield Your Majesty mentioned?"

After saying that, Chu Qian looked at Liu Hong with a puzzled expression. He really didn't understand what being sent on a diplomatic mission to another country had to do with the battlefield.

Liu Hong laughed and said, "Since we are stationed in another country, we should naturally send troops to protect the safety of the envoy."

At the same time, we should also develop some industry and commerce to ensure supplies, and then hire local people to work, and everything on the leased land must follow the rules of the Han Dynasty.

This way, they can establish a central hub, closely indoctrinate their people, and then use this to infiltrate and gradually erode their influence!

Afterwards, Liu Hong told Chu Qian about some things concerning the concession.

The current strength of the Han Dynasty surpasses that of later great powers in Zhou Bang's eyes, so he can naturally apply those methods to others.

"Concessions...blooming in the center! Your Majesty's idea is excellent. Once those people get used to the rules and way of life of our Great Han, it will be easier for our Great Han to conquer them later!"

Chu Qian also looked at Liu Hong with shining eyes.

Liu Hong smiled and nodded, "That's right, this is the new battlefield I was talking about! First, cultural invasion, then military conquest; only by taking a two-pronged approach can we be worry-free!"

"Your Majesty's plan is grand in scope and far-sighted in strategy. I admire it greatly!"

Upon hearing the emperor's plan, Chu Qian's eyes lit up, and he was full of praise for Liu Hong.

"However, this battlefield is extremely dangerous. I wonder if Minister Chu would be willing to serve as the vanguard?"

After saying that, Liu Hong looked at Chu Qian with a deep gaze!

Seeing the Emperor looking at him expectantly, Chu Qian immediately stood up, bowed to Liu Hong, and said loudly:

"Your Majesty, whatever your command, I will gladly go through fire and water for you!"

"Haha~, excellent! Minister Chu truly deserves to be called a rare talent of our Great Han Dynasty. He is of unyielding character and fearless in the face of danger. With you by my side, I have no worries!!"

Hearing Chu Qian's powerful and resolute words, Liu Hong was greatly gratified and praised Chu Qian highly.

In response to the emperor's praise, Chu Qian replied with humility and respect:

"Your Majesty flatters me. There are countless brave men of the Han Dynasty. I am but one of them. I do not deserve such praise from Your Majesty!"

"How many millions of our great Han men are valiant and courageous? Haha~ Well said, Chu Qing!"

Hearing Chu Qian's humble words, Liu Hong couldn't help but burst into laughter, and a surge of heroic spirit rose in his chest.

Then Liu Hong looked at Chu Qian and said with a smile:

"After listening to what you just said, I was moved and couldn't help but want to compose a poem. Would you like to hear it?"

"Oh? Please enlighten me, Your Majesty!!"

Upon hearing that the emperor wanted to recite a poem, Chu Qian couldn't help but chuckle, then made a gesture of listening attentively.

Jian Shuo, who was standing nearby, quickly grabbed paper and pen to take notes.

Liu Hong stood up, looked outside the hall, and said in a deep voice:

"The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors established the Chinese nation, and the Great Wall defended the northern frontier."

Golden spears and iron horses enter my dreams, and banners flutter and suddenly sound.

The struggle has continued throughout history, and the sounds of Qiang flutes and horns echo beyond the Great Wall.

With ten million young people, what fear is there of powerful enemies surrounding us!

As Liu Hong finished reciting, the hall fell into complete silence.

Chu Qian was also startled and stared blankly at Liu Hong.

Regardless of whether the poem is good or bad, the fact that one can compose a poem that is appropriate for the occasion in such a short time is enough to amaze people.

"With ten million young people in Xuhan, what fear is there of powerful enemies surrounding us...?"

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