Some people bluntly said, "They've come all this way, they must want a piece of the pie."
This statement sparked a discussion in the court. Prince Wuling frowned slightly; he knew that this statement was not unfounded.
Competition and conflicts of interest have always existed among the four kingdoms, and the arrival of Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor has undoubtedly intensified this atmosphere.
However, King Wuling remained unmoved. He knew his responsibilities were immense and that he had to consider the future of the entire nation. He stood up, walked to the center of the court, and said in a loud voice, "Our Wuling Kingdom is on the verge of collapse, and this is precisely the time when unity is needed. We cannot forget the fundamental interests of the nation because of temporary conflicts of interest."
His words echoed in the court, making everyone feel his firmness and determination.
A glint of wisdom flashed in the eyes of the Prince of Wuling; he knew how to handle this matter in order to protect the interests of the country to the greatest extent possible.
In the days that followed, Prince Wuling's interactions with Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor became increasingly close.
They sat around a huge tan table covered with maps of the four countries, their troop deployments, and various strategic analyses.
The King of Wuling's expression was focused and profound. His gaze swept across the map, sometimes landing on Qi Guze, sometimes on the Ghost Doctor.
Qi Guze, dressed in a blue robe, exuded determination and wisdom. With a gentle wave of his feather fan, he seemed to command the landscape, possessing a thorough understanding of the situation in the four kingdoms.
The Ghost Doctor is the secret weapon of the Eastern Sang Kingdom. He is dressed in black and always wears a semi-transparent mask, giving him an air of mystery.
"Prince Wuling, what is your view on the current situation?" Qi Guze put down the feather fan in his hand and looked directly at Prince Wuling.
After a moment of contemplation, the King of Wuling slowly spoke: "The four kingdoms stand in a tripartite balance, each with its own strengths. The Great Zhou Kingdom is wealthy, while the Eastern Sang Kingdom possesses a prodigy like the Ghost Doctor. Our Wuling Kingdom and the Northern Underworld Kingdom also have their own advantages. But the key lies in how to balance the interests of all parties and avoid unnecessary conflicts."
The Ghost Doctor smiled slightly, his eyes beneath the mask flashing with a sharp light: "Interests are the most difficult thing to balance. But if we can find a common goal, perhaps we can resolve the conflicts between the four kingdoms."
Qi Guze nodded in agreement: "What the Ghost Doctor said is absolutely right. The reason I came here today is to reach an agreement with the Prince of Wuling to jointly fight against the powerful enemy in the north."
The Prince of Wuling raised an eyebrow, seemingly somewhat surprised: "A powerful enemy in the north? You mean the Northern Underworld Kingdom?"
“Exactly,” Qi Guze said in a deep voice. “In recent years, the Northern Underworld Kingdom has been constantly trying to expand its territory and annex our Great Zhou Kingdom and the other two countries. If we do not join forces to resist, I am afraid the situation of the four kingdoms will be broken.”
King Wuling fell into deep thought, realizing that Qi Guze's words were not unfounded. The ambitions of the Northern Underworld Kingdom had long been revealed, and if they were to succeed, the balance of power among the four kingdoms would be completely shattered.
"Then, what brilliant ideas does the Ghost Doctor have?" King Wuling turned his gaze to the Ghost Doctor.
The Ghost Doctor chuckled softly, his voice low and mysterious: "Although my Dongsang Kingdom is only skilled in medicine, poisons, and strategy, we also deeply understand the importance of peace. If we can join forces with the Great Zhou Kingdom and the Wuling Kingdom to jointly resist the invasion of the Northern Underworld Kingdom, my Dongsang Kingdom is willing to provide all necessary support."
After hearing this, King Wuling had already made up his mind. He stood up and looked at Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor with a firm gaze: "Very well! I, King Wuling, am willing to reach an agreement with you to jointly maintain the stability and peace of the four kingdoms."
Upon hearing this, Qi Guze and the Ghost Doctor both smiled with relief. They knew that the decision made by the King of Wuling was not only for the benefit of Wuling Kingdom, but also for the peace and stability of the entire four kingdoms.
This not only brought stability to the Kingdom of Wuling, but also brought hope and opportunities to the other three kingdoms.
At the crossroads of the turbulent Three Kingdoms, in the study of Prince Wuling, the flickering candlelight reflected a sense of composure and solemnity.
On the table lay an unfinished draft, a peace agreement between the three kingdoms of Wuling, Dazhou, and Dongsang.
The Prince of Wuling, a monarch known for his wisdom and decisiveness, was intently scrutinizing every word.
Just then, the silence of the study was broken by soft footsteps. The door opened slightly, and the Ghost Doctor slowly entered, an inscrutable smile on his face, as if he were hiding unfathomable plans.
He held a thin roll of paper in his hand, which contained a series of demands he had meticulously planned for the Eastern Sang Kingdom.
“Your Highness, Prince Wuling,” the Ghost Doctor nodded slightly, his tone revealing an undeniable firmness, “Dongsang Kingdom is willing to work with your country and the Great Zhou Kingdom to seek peace, but before that, I have some suggestions.”
The Prince of Wuling looked up, a hint of doubt flashing between his brows. He knew the Ghost Doctor's talent and ambition well, and couldn't help but wonder what kind of request this envoy would make.
The Ghost Doctor slowly unfolded the paper and listed the demands of the Eastern Sang Kingdom point by point.
His voice was calm yet powerful, as if each request had been carefully considered: "First, Dongsang Kingdom wishes to open an economic port in order to conduct closer trade with Wuling Kingdom and Dazhou Kingdom."
Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the study immediately became awkward. The officials of Wuling Kingdom exchanged bewildered glances, clearly not expecting the Ghost Doctor to make such a request.
The opening of the port means that the Eastern Sang Kingdom will have more opportunities to communicate with the outside world, and it also means that they may take this opportunity to expand their power and further affect the balance of the four kingdoms.
Qi Guze stood to the side, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. He wondered to himself, who exactly gave the Ghost Doctor this plan?
But he also had to admit that the plan was indeed ingenious.
If Wuling Kingdom agrees to Dongsang Kingdom's request, then Da Zhou Kingdom will naturally also gain access to its ports. In this way, the economic ties between the four kingdoms will become closer, and the possibility of peace will greatly increase.
The Prince of Wuling's expression turned serious. He looked at the Ghost Doctor, his eyes flashing with a sharp light.
He knew that this request concerned not only the interests of Dongsang, but also the future of the entire four kingdoms. He had to consider it carefully and could not make a decision lightly.
The atmosphere in the study became oppressive, as if an invisible force permeated the air. The officials lowered their heads, hesitant to express their opinions.
Qi Guze stood aside, silently observing the development of the situation.
The Ghost Doctor didn't seem to be in a hurry for an answer. He waited quietly, his face still bearing that enigmatic smile.
He knew that this request would not be easy for the Prince of Wuling to accept, but he also believed that as long as the other party saw the long-term benefits of opening the port, he would definitely make a wise choice.
Time passed slowly in the study, and everyone's heart was filled with complex emotions.
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