The Book of Black.

Summary

Zhu Hao Miao, disguised as "Wilson," attends a gathering of elite British figures in a luxurious hall, where he senses their disdain and curiosity towards him. The atmosphere shifts dramatically with the arrival of Joseph Chris Tu, the powerful Duke and Commander of the British Far East, who announces that the Queen wishes for a precious gem to be embedded in her crown before her death. This metaphorically refers to the need for control over the Qing Dynasty. Discussions ensue about the challenges of subjugating the resilient Chinese civilization, with Joseph Chris Tu outlining a plan to divide Qing territory among various foreign powers, igniting anger in Zhu Hao Miao as he reflects on the potential consequences for his own side.

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