Chapter 638 [Second Update]
The two bear princes had no idea that they were on the Yan officials' list of those who must not be offended. They were extremely excited about the new environment.
After being happy at first, Liu Tan became worried about whether his sons could adapt to the environment of Yan State.
Although there is panda diplomacy in later generations, which country rents pandas will not take good care of them and build venues suitable for their survival climate. Liu Tan also wants to do so, but the conditions are not available now.
It is almost impossible to simulate it completely. You can only burn earthworms when it is cold, add ice when it is hot, and then maintain the bamboo well.
Before, Liu Che felt that the palace of the Northern Border Kingdom was too shabby, so he always felt that his son was mistreating him. In fact, if you really look at the various expenses of the palace, you will find that Liu Tan spends a lot of money, and most of the money is used for his unscrupulous son. After all, the cost of maintaining such an environment is probably second only to going out to fight.
But he can do this in the palace of the Northern Kingdom, but not in the Kingdom of Yan.
Bamboo could not be planted, so Liu Tan could only set aside an area in the palace as a habitat for his bear son, and then renovate the palace for Liu Ku after he left in the future, so that Liu Ku would not feel resentful.
Speaking of Liu Ku, Liu Tan turned to Lu Xuan and asked, "Any news from your side? The Xiongnu took Liu Ku away. I originally thought they were going to use him to threaten me or my father, but now there's been no movement at all, and I'm a little worried."
Yes, Liu Tan was unhappy when the Huns put forward conditions, and he was also unhappy when they did not put forward conditions.
Lu Xuan held his hand and said, "Don't worry. Fu Yu and Cen You have already been taken back to the Northern Territory by my people. They've endured a lot of hardships along the way. Let them rest for a while."
Liu Tan was slightly stunned: "I know this, but that's not what I'm asking."
The news of Fu Yu and Cen You had been reported to him by his subordinates long ago. These two palace maids had also suffered a lot. It was said that their legs were covered in blood and flesh from riding horses, and there were other small wounds, all of which were left when they encountered the Huns. However, they had only encountered the Huns' remnants all the way, and did not find any of the people who actually kidnapped Liu Ku.
If Liu Tan hadn't known about this matter, he would not have ignored Cen You and Fu Yu. Not to mention that these two people have been with him for so many years, and in his eyes they are no different from his sisters, just the fact that these two people were once by the queen's side, he would not have just left it alone.
He felt that his question was very clear and there was no way Lu Xuan hadn't understood it, but he ended up avoiding the question and not giving a real answer.
Liu Tan had a bad feeling and took a deep breath. "Just tell me what you've found out. I can handle it."
Even if Liu Ku was already dead, he... had a premonition. To be honest, if a child was tortured like this, even if the other party treated him well, Liu Tan felt that Liu Ku might not be able to hold on.
How long did it take Liu Ku to come to Yan State? Even when he arrived in Yan State, he still felt a little uncomfortable.
So Liu Tan had already made preparations. When he was mentally devastated, he even thought that if Liu Ku died, he could just ignore the State of Yan and leave.
However, that was only a moment. When he went out and saw the people struggling outside, he felt that he could not just leave them alone.
The recent period has been a dark time for the Yan State officialdom, but the people have found that their lives are getting better and better.
Whenever Liu Tan went out occasionally, he would notice that there were more and more smiles on everyone's faces.
Especially as Liu Tan's workshop began to be built little by little and people were recruited, many people got new jobs, earned more money, lived better, and had more hope for the future.
If Liu Tan quit, these people would probably return to their original state, but this time it would be even worse. After all, they had experienced a better life, but lost it in an instant. I wonder how many people would not be able to withstand such a blow and would not be able to survive.
Anyway, he had already made up his mind that if Liu Ku died, he would... he would urge his father to have another child. Anyway, his father was always surrounded by beauties, so the possibility of having another prince was very high.
Then this prince was raised in the palace and was given the title of King of Yan.
Liu Tan knew that this was like treating his brother as a tool, but he couldn't let go now.
If there were no tools, he would have no choice but to stay here shamelessly.
Well, if that's the case, it's not difficult. First of all, his father and brother will definitely have no objection. Secondly, there may not be many ministers in the court who want to take over the mess of Yan State.
If it really doesn't work... he can ask Liu Che to change his title.
The Northern Border Kingdom is now on the right track. It doesn't matter whether he is there or not. Even if the Northern Border Kingdom court is gone, those county governors know what to do.
As for Huo Guang and others, they might be unhappy, but there is nothing they can do. They can't give up Yan State as it is the territory of the Han Dynasty.
Seeing Liu Tan's expression constantly changing, Lu Xuan knew his mind must have wandered off to some unknown place. He couldn't help but cough lightly and said, "Well... you... don't worry too much. Prince Yan is still alive and well."
Liu Tan turned to look at him: "Have your people contacted him? Can you find a way to rescue him?"
Just now, Liu Tan was cold-bloodedly analyzing the possible impact of Liu Ku's death, but in the blink of an eye, he was worried about Liu Ku again.
Just now, that was the necessary quality for Liu Tan as a politician, but now he is just an older brother who is worried about his younger brother.
He only has this one younger brother. Liu Ju complained that Liu Fuling was unlucky for him, but from the time he returned to the palace until now, no one has said that he was unlucky for his brothers. Look at his father, he originally had quite a few sons, but now... Liu Fuling is almost gone, and Liu Che basically doesn't even pay any attention to him.
The rest are all gone, and they were all killed by him. Now it seems as if only the prince and his two sons are gone. If Liu Ku was fine in the palace, he would be gone in his hands. Even if there are no rumors, I guess everyone would have something to say.
His father was troubled by not having a son when he was young, and I wonder if he is still troubled by having few sons now.
Lu Xuan whispered, "I haven't had any contact with him, but according to the information I received, the King of Yan...should not be in the hands of the Xiongnu."
Liu Tan was shocked. "Not in the hands of the Xiongnu? Then where is he?"
Lu Xuan shook his head: "I don't know. He's missing, and the Huns are looking for him."
Liu Tan felt a little dizzy: "Don't tell me now that my brother has special abilities."
A question mark popped up in Lu Xuan's head: "What is a special ability?"
Liu Tan waved his hand: "Don't worry about that for now. First, tell me how to be sure that Liu Ku is not in the hands of the Xiongnu?"
Lu Xuan said, "The child I sent over now controls one-third of the Xiongnu people, so he must have heard some of the rumors. The most important thing is... don't you think it was too easy to open the Prince of Yan's Palace this time? Was it really just those palace servants who could do it?"
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