However, the trade relations between the two countries still require negotiation, and because Prince Zilun lost to Chu Heng in a competition, although it seemed insignificant, Chu Heng's demands were simple, merely a peace treaty. Yet, in the eyes of the Beirong Royal Family, a loss is a loss, which doesn't leave a good impression.
If he goes back now without any achievements, he may not gain control over the trade rights between the two countries. If he fails to gain this right, he will merely be making wedding clothes for others. The benefits the trade caravan brings, the princes of the Beirong Royal Family surely understand better.
After all, Beirong is not Great Chu. Every prince in Beirong has external support and maintains private armies. To maintain an army requires money, and aside from the common practice of plundering, having a trade caravan bring in steady silver is a temptation few can resist.
The Beirong Prince looked at him with a deep gaze.
