Mr. Xiao began by talking about the origin of the Xiongnu. Although Zhao Yao had read about it in historical records before, he still listened with great interest.
Regarding the origin of the Xiongnu, Mr. Xiao did not elaborate on every detail but spoke in general terms. After explaining the origin, he went on to discuss the relationship between the Xiongnu and the Central Plains.
"The emperors and ministers of the previous dynasty did not dare to fight the Xiongnu. They sought peace with the Xiongnu without any dignity, offering marriage alliances, gold, silver, treasures, and grain. Why did the Xiongnu not take the opportunity to invade the Central Plains with their armies and overthrow the previous dynasty? Why did the Xiongnu not take over the Central Plains and proclaim themselves emperor?"
Zhao Yao was taken aback by this question because, in the history of the world he dreamt of, foreign tribes had indeed taken control of the Central Plains.
