The scions of prominent families on the second floor, in particular, directly hurl insults.
They were initially indifferent to Tuolü's appearance on stage, but Tuolü's act of betting on himself to win angered them. They felt that Tuolü was blatantly provoking them and showing no respect for others.
Seeing the surging emotions of the crowd around him, Liu Hong couldn't help but frown slightly. Although he had always advocated the idea that "barbarians should be treated as Chinese when they enter China," he still felt a sense of unease.
But today, upon seeing this, I realized that many people in the Han Dynasty still hold a high and mighty attitude, looking down on these assimilated barbarians from the bottom of their hearts.
It's understandable for the people of the Han Dynasty to be proud. It would be fine if it were only directed at the barbarians who were enemies of the Han Dynasty. But if it also targets and despises those who have been assimilated into the Han culture or even those of mixed Han and non-Han descent, then the problem is much bigger.
It should be noted that, encouraged by Liu Hong, many soldiers and immigrants accepted Hu women as wives. If their children were to face similar discrimination and contempt in the future, it would be difficult to guarantee that internal conflicts would not arise.
Thinking of this, Liu Hong couldn't help but look at Xi Zhicai beside him: "Zhicai, it seems that the education provided by the Military and Political Department is still inadequate!"
Xi Zhicai sighed helplessly, "Your Majesty, this is my dereliction of duty. After returning, I will immediately begin compiling the teaching materials."
Liu Hong nodded: "Tell people that as long as they are willing to work for the Han Dynasty, they are all Han people and will enjoy equal treatment in the Han Dynasty. The Han Dynasty does not have a bloodline theory; only dogs care about bloodlines."
"Your Majesty is right!"
Xi Zhicai nodded heavily.
"Oh, right, tell the people who placed the bets that I, this young master, will bet one hundred taels of gold on this Xianbei man to win!"
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