Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Pei Ju and Wen Yan Bo welcomed Crown Prince Li Jian Cheng, who expressed his father's appreciation for Pei Ju's past care. They discussed the evacuation of people from certain counties due to an impending Turkish invasion, with Pei Ju emphasizing the need for unity against foreign threats. Li Jian Cheng acknowledged the responsibility to resist invasions but sought to resolve mutual grievances first. Wen Yan Bo raised concerns about external forces potentially disrupting negotiations, leading Li Jian Cheng to assure them of his sincerity. The next day, a ceremonial meeting was held, where both sides expressed vague intentions regarding cooperation against the Turks. However, tensions arose during formal negotiations as Chen Shuda insisted on the return of certain territories as a precondition for cooperation, which Pei Ju countered by highlighting the broader threat posed by the Turks. The discussions became heated, with accusations exchanged, ultimately leading to a tense conclusion for the first day of negotiations.

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