To prevent Zhao Hanzhang from disappearing again, this time Liu Yuan gathered troops from all directions of the Xiongnu forces. To ensure compliance with orders, he used rather stringent terms. In short, this time Zhao Hanzhang must be captured; if not captured alive, then she must be killed.
Liu Cong is one of Liu Yuan's favorite sons. Among his sons, although he is neither the eldest nor the youngest, he is the smartest and most capable.
Now, having been injured by Zhao Hanzhang and suffering such a defeat, with the entire Xiongnu army being toyed with by her, it would be surprising if Liu Yuan were pleased.
Previously mentioned, Liu Yuan, the Han Kingdom Emperor, cannot act unilaterally among the Xiongnu. The tribes have nominated him as their leader, but they do not entirely follow his commands, so Liu Cong's failure greatly undermines Liu Yuan's prestige.
