I, the prince, only want to be deposed.

Chapter 385 I am willing to lend a helping hand

"The first three articles of agreement are aimed at the small countries in the Western Regions."

"After invading the small country in the Western Regions, you must immediately post a notice in the city, agree with the local subjects to abolish the local laws, and promise to only establish three chapters for the time being:"

"First, whoever kills someone will be put to death;"

"Second, wounding and theft;"

"Third, those who surrender to the Han will be deprived of their slavery."

Liu Ju continued to point his fingers and spoke solemnly to Zhao Po Nu and others.

"Isn't this the Three Articles of Agreement of Emperor Gaozu?"

Sima Qian's heart was slightly moved when he heard this.

In fact, there are still some discrepancies, because in the "Three Articles of Covenant" of Emperor Gaozu of Han, Liu Bang, "injuring people and stealing" are considered two chapters, and there is no chapter "those who surrender to the Han will be abolished as slaves."

However, the overall meaning has not changed, and Sima Qian could probably understand Liu Ju's intention in the chapter "Those who surrender to the Han will be abolished as slaves."

When Liu Bang entered Xianyang, there was a civil war in the country.

And even if there are still slaves in the Han Dynasty, slavery is not the main system after all, and the proportion of slaves compared to the total population of the Han Dynasty is still a minority. This is completely different from the Western Regions countries which are still slavery-based.

Therefore, this article is aimed at the systems of these countries, and is used to divide their upper and lower classes. It is also an effective means to attract surrender and maintain post-war stability.

After only hearing these three articles of agreement, Sima Qian understood Liu Ju's ambition, and also understood "Liu Che's deeper strategy."

This is imitating Emperor Gaozu's "Three Articles of Law" and stealing the country!
The so-called "the great way is simple".

Although these "Three Articles of Law" seem simple, they are actually an extremely effective means of propaganda. After all, there were not many people who could read and write in those days, and most people could not understand the intention of complicated policies. The simpler and clearer the laws were, the easier it would be to gain popularity, allowing the new regime to gain majesty and win the trust of the people.

It was after Emperor Gaozu Liu Bang introduced the "Three Articles of Covenant" that he quickly gained the support and endorsement of the people of Xianyang, laying a solid foundation for his future conquest of the world.

It was a brilliant move for Liu Che and Liu Ju to imitate Emperor Gaozu at this moment, which was tantamount to borrowing the wisdom of their ancestors!

Just as I was sighing.

Then Liu Ju continued:

"The other three rules are the requirements for you and your soldiers. After the conquest, you will lead your troops to stay outside the city:"

"First, do not destroy important areas of the royal city;"

“Second, do not kill the people;”

“Third, do not plunder the people’s property.”

"Those who disobey orders will be punished by military law and will not be tolerated."

"Generals, you need to explain to your soldiers in advance, and also to the people of the Western Regions, that the Han army is a benevolent and righteous army, and that they regard the people of the Western Regions as brothers. This time, we are sending troops to attack, but only to eliminate harm to the people and to avenge the Han envoy, not to invade or bully."

Got it, totally got it!
At this moment, not only Sima Qian, but also Zhao Po Nu, Wang Hui, Su Wu, Han Zeng and the other four captains fully understood Liu Ju's intention.

Liu Ju was imitating Emperor Gaozu Liu Bang and stealing the country from the Western Regions.

In the past, Liu Bang had the harsh laws and policies of the Qin Dynasty in front of him and Xiang Yu eyeing him covetously from behind. He did such things to win the hearts of the people.

Today, Liu Ju is in power. In front of him, he is plundered and occupied by the Huns, and in the back, he is oppressed and enslaved by the royal families of various countries. Doing such things can also win the hearts of the people in the Western Regions.

In later generations, it would mean "all relying on the support of peers."

As for the final effect, it depends on the subsequent governance and education. At the same time, everyone believed more and more in Liu Ju's evil, and suspected that this was the mission given to Liu Ju by Emperor Liu Che.

After all, Liu Ju was still too young, and it was hard for them to believe that Liu Ju had such foresight and ambition. They would rather believe that this was Liu Che's will.

Otherwise, Sima Qian and Han Zeng are compared with Liu Ju.

Although he is only a few years older, the difference in his thoughts is too big. When compared with others, one must die...

"So, when he said he would give me some achievements, it wasn't just talk?"

At this moment, Han Zeng couldn't help but feel some hope and expectation in his heart.

He felt that if this was Liu Che's will, and Liu Ju would carry it out to the end, then if he assisted Liu Ju in conquering several small countries in the Western Regions, and then enabled the Han Dynasty to gain a firm foothold in the Western Regions and gain the support and support of the people of the Western Regions, wouldn't his achievement be easy to achieve?
It was really worth the trip this time. Han Ling is really my good sister!

No!

As Liu Ju's Sima, I should also play a real role.

I wonder if he has already figured out how to deal with the princes and nobles, how to implement government orders, how to distribute land, water and food, how to resettle the poor and slaves, and so on after conquering the small countries in the Western Regions.

I need to think about it carefully and work out a charter in advance and discuss it with him to avoid being in a rush.

However, the premise of all this is whether the Han army's war will go smoothly this time. Is he confident that he can be unstoppable?
……

This time, with the help of Liu Che's power, although Liu Ju did not have the general's seal, he had already become the commander-in-chief of the three armies tacitly recognized by all the generals.

The two "three rules of conduct" he proposed were also implemented very smoothly and became the dominant ideology of this army.

So three days later.

All preparations have been completed. On the eve of departure, Liu Ju finally took out the gold and silver decorated tiger-faced black iron armor given to him by Wei Qing. This armor is so damn handsome. Compared with it, the one Han Zeng was wearing is not even on the same level. After all, this is the armor of a great general.

Just as he had said before, in this raid on Loulan Kingdom, he will lead the Jianzhang cavalry to take the lead in the charge, showing the power of the Han army in one fell swoop and completely establishing his prestige in front of all the soldiers... and by the way, take away the military merit that originally belonged to Zhao Po Nu.

Zhao Po Nu cannot accomplish merit so quickly, otherwise the carrot that hangs the donkey will be eaten and he will still be hung.

While I was thinking about these things.

Han Ling was brought into the tent by Guo Zhen, and he bowed and said:

"Your Highness, Miss Han has an urgent matter to discuss with Your Highness."

"come on."

Liu Ju put down his armor and signaled Guo Zhen to leave, then he smiled and asked Han Ling,
"What's the emergency?"

"Sir, I have been with Princess Jiangdu day and night recently, and I already know your thoughts on this marriage."

Han Ling took Liu Ju's arm and addressed him in a more intimate way, but he said very seriously,
"Forgive me for speaking frankly, but with Princess Jiangdu's courage and wisdom, I'm afraid it will be difficult to accomplish this task. It might even backfire and affect your grand plan."

"That doesn't matter. I can still guarantee her safety, and I have a record of Wusun as well."

Liu Ju smiled and said calmly.

"But I have thought about it carefully. Any backup plan is not as good as your current plan. It can only be a last resort and cause more trouble."

Looking at Liu Ju with his obsidian eyes, Han Ling said again,
"In order to facilitate your plan, I am willing to accompany Princess Jiangdu to Wusun as a maid, and I may be able to adapt to the situation and lend a helping hand to you."

(End of this chapter)