"After much deliberation, I believe that only religious rule is the most suitable!"
"religion?"
Xi Zhicai was slightly taken aback, and couldn't help but recall the three Taoist priests he had encountered when he first entered the palace.
"That's right. Writing systems, languages, and races are not incompatible. Once their beliefs are unified, these will not be problems!"
Liu Hong was very clear about how terrifying the power of religion was. Even in the scientifically advanced era of later generations, the influence of religious beliefs on some people could not be changed. Among those people, sometimes even the law had to give way to their beliefs.
Xi Zhicai nodded deeply, "Your Majesty is right! If we unify their beliefs and spiritual aspirations, then promoting Han culture will surely be much more effective!"
To rule people's bodies, one must first rule their minds; this is an immutable law, both internally and externally.
Liu Hong and Xi Zhicai then discussed religious issues for a long time, and before they knew it, the sun was setting.
"Phew, it's getting late! Zhicai, you should head back now!"
Looking up at the sky outside the hall, Liu Hong couldn't help but stand up and stretch his muscles.
"Your subject takes his leave!"
Xi Zhicai then bowed and left Deyang Palace.
"Your Majesty... The Empress Dowager sent the lady-in-waiting Xiaohong to bring you a meal!"
Just as Liu Hong sat down, picked up a memorial, and prepared to handle government affairs, Song Dian hurriedly walked in.
"Hmm, let her in!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Hong felt hungry and put down the memorial in his hand. Not long after, Xiao Hong led several palace maids carrying food boxes into Deyang Palace.
"This concubine greets Your Majesty!"
"No need for formalities!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
"Hehe~, what delicious food has Mother prepared for me this time?"
Liu Hong couldn't help but smile as he smelled the delicious aroma emanating from the food box.
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