Next, there were several days of banquets, both large and small, and occasional negotiations on the specific terms of the covenant interspersed with the banquets.

The episode caused by Dahu made Zhou Mo still frightened. Although Sun Quan kindly invited him, he did not dare to stay in the Wu Palace anymore. After every banquet, no matter how drunk he was, he would go back to the official post and stay there.

Let a few capable men guard the door day and night.

As for the negotiation-related matters, because it was the general trend and I drank enough wine, it went very smoothly.

The first article of the covenant is military offensive and defensive cooperation.

The two sides agreed that Wu and Shu's senior officials would maintain close communication, especially important military information related to Wei, and should keep each other informed at all times.

If one side is invaded by Cao Wei, the other side must send troops as soon as possible to share the pressure, forcing Cao Wei to form a situation of two fronts fighting at the same time.

If one party plans to organize a large-scale attack, the other party also needs to coordinate to distract Cao Wei's attention.

Important military towns on the border between the two countries, such as Yong'an in Shu, Wu County in Wu, and Zigui, have also significantly reduced their garrison strength to show friendship.

Soochow Wu also took the initiative and stated that it would order Shi Xie, the prefect of Jiaozhi, to stop contacting the southern barbarians in the central area of ​​southern Shu. At the same time, he would release Zhang Yi, the prefect of Shu Yizhou who had been imprisoned by the rebel Yong Kai and sent to the state of Wu.

The two sides established embassies in each other's country, stationed in Chengdu and Yong'an of Shu, and Wuchang and Xiling of Wu, and agreed to send important ministers to each other every year to consolidate the alliance.

Wu's first envoy to Shu has also been selected. He is the Crown Prince and Tutor Zhang Wen. He is from the Zhang family in Wu County and is also a handsome man with a world-famous reputation. He will choose a good time after Zhou Mo returns to Shu.

Depart on an auspicious day and head to Chengdu.

The two kingdoms of Wu and Shu finally turned over the old page of history and opened a new chapter.

In addition, there are provisions for official large-scale strategic material transactions, exchanges and cooperation in technologies such as porcelain and metallurgy, as well as private trade and trade.

The two sides also agreed to hold a Wu-Shu chess friendly match every year, one year in Wuchang and one year in Chengdu, alternately.

Zhuge Liang told Zhou Mo about the private matter, asking Zhuge Qiao to adopt him and move to Shu, and Sun Quan readily agreed.

Zhou Mo and Deng Zhi finally completed their mission and decided to return to Shu.

At the farewell banquet of the Shu envoy, Sun Quan said: "If one day, the Wei State is destroyed by our joint forces, by then, the world will be peaceful and the two masters will rule separately, how wonderful it will be!"

Deng Zhi replied: "It is said that there are no two days in the sky and no two masters in the world. If that day really comes, I am afraid that the war has just begun."

Sun Quan laughed and said: "That's well said. What I admire most is those who dare to tell the truth. Come, as a token of your sincerity, please drink this cup to the full!"

Taking advantage of the drunkenness, Sun Quan wrote a limerick on the spot and gave it to Zhou Mo:

Traveling thousands of miles to present fine wines,

The small chessboard shows its edge,

The great achievement of uniting the two countries is great.

I only praise Zhou Lang, the beauty of Western Shu.

On this day, the sky was clear. Zhou Mo and Deng Zhi boarded the ship at Wuchang Pier and set sail.

Prince Sun Deng of Wu, accompanied by Boxing Marquis Zhang Zhao, Cavalry Commander Zhuge Ke and others came to see him off.

Before leaving, Sun Deng gave Zhou Mo many gifts, but he was reluctant to part with them. He held his hand and said: "Si Qian is the humerus of the Shu Dynasty. He must not come to Wuchang often. I don't know what year or month it will be when we meet again next time."

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Zhou Mo said with a smile: "I really can't say why I will come to Wuchang again. But one thing is for sure. When I come next time, His Highness's chess skills will definitely be far better than mine. By then, I hope that the Crown Prince will

Show mercy."

Sun Deng also laughed and said: "You are overthinking this. If I have another chance, I will never show mercy. I will kill you until you throw away your armor and run away. Only then will you have fun!"

Everyone present laughed.

The Shu envoy fleet was loaded with gifts from Soochow, and slowly sailed away from the dock, heading west.

On a nearby hillock, Big Tiger and Little Tiger watched intently as the fleet moved further and further away, getting smaller and smaller, until it disappeared on the horizon.

After a long time, Dahu suddenly said: "My father said before that I would be betrothed to Zhou Gongjin's son, but I have always disagreed. Now I have figured it out. When I get back soon, I will meet my father and agree to the marriage.

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Xiaohu said: "Sister, haven't you always hated that Zhou Xun? You said he was sick and unmanly. Why have you changed your mind now?"

Dahu said: "At least, his surname is Zhou."

Xiaohu didn't say anything, but vaguely felt that her sister's love and hatred for Zhou Mo were equally strong. Zhou Xun, the son of Zhou Gongjin, was probably just a scapegoat. He couldn't help but sigh, thinking about what he was about to face after his marriage.

I feel deep sympathy for the storm.

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The Shu envoy fleet headed west and passed by the police. Zhou Mo met Zhuge Jin again.

Zhuge Jin had already learned that King Wu had agreed to adopt Zhuge Qiao to Zhuge Liang. He had already packed his son's luggage and was waiting for Zhou Mo to arrive before sending him on board.

Zhuge Qiao looks handsome, tall, soft-spoken, and has a gentle personality. He is completely different from his brother Zhuge Ke.

Since he knew that he was about to go to Xishu and be adopted into his uncle's family, Zhuge Qiao became worried.

He was very tangled in his heart.

This has nothing to do with Zhuge Liang himself. His uncle's name is known to the world, and his uncle has been Zhuge Qiao's idol since he was a boy.

He was even looking forward to adopting his uncle. But this expectation was mixed with the sadness of parting with his biological father, so he could only try to restrain his emotions.

After all, he is still a filial son and does not want to make his father sad.

The most tangled place is not here, but the different emotions towards the two countries.

Zhuge Qiao grew up in Soochow, but had never been to Xishu.

Last year's Battle of Yiling and this year's Battle of Jiangling were both not far from Gongan County. It can be said that these two battles took place in front of his eyes.

Under extremely difficult circumstances, Soochow won these two battles in succession, boosting his morale and stimulating his feelings of shared weal and woe with Soochow.

Yesterday, I was still rejoicing that Lu Xun defeated Liu Bei. Today I am going to Chengdu to surrender to Liu Bei's son. It may take some time for anyone to adapt.

In his opinion, Soochow is strong while Western Shu is weak. Soochow is familiar but Western Shu is unfamiliar.

People say that the national destiny of Soochow is booming and the future is bright, but when the young ruler of Xishu comes to the throne, rebellions occur in the country and the country is in turmoil.

However, Zhuge Qiao had no choice but to obey his father's orders, and boarded Zhou Mo's ship with full of hesitation and trepidation.

The fleet headed westward into Sichuan.

After only a few months away, the weather in Shu has undergone some new changes.

Passing through various farmlands along the way, you can see sergeants helping farmers dredge rivers, build canals, dig wells, and build various water conservancy and irrigation facilities to prepare for sowing in the coming spring.

Zhuge Qiao even felt a little envious when he saw the farmers smiling happily and the army and the people in harmony.

This kind of scene is rare in Soochow.

The army of Wu State mostly existed in the form of private troops of generals, stationed in various places.

If the people meet a general like Zhuge Jin who can restrain his soldiers and not rob or disturb the people, it will be a good thing.

If you meet a general like Pan Zhang, it would be a nightmare. Pan Zhang was greedy and lawless. If he heard that one of his subordinates was rich, he would find any reason to kill him and seize his wealth.

If the generals are like this, you can imagine what happened to the people.

When the fleet passed by Bodaokou, Zhuge Qiao couldn't help but admire it when he saw that the fortress here was strong, well-defended, and the military appearance was neat and tidy, which was no less than the major fortresses in Soochow.

General Zhao Yun was full of righteousness and dignified, and his image and temperament made Zhuge Qiao fall in love at first sight.

Although Nanzhong has completely rebelled, with Zhao Yun guarding it, the barbarians would not dare to go north to invade the territory. Throughout the Chengdu Plain, the people live and work in peace and contentment, and do not feel the threat from Nanzhong at all.

What he saw along the way greatly refreshed Zhuge Qiao's understanding.

His first impression of the Kingdom of Shu was of rich and fertile farmland, hard-working farmers, military and civilian neighbors helping each other, harmonious laughter, and a mighty and upright general who led his troops to defend against the enemy outside the country's gates.
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It is completely different from the rumors outside that the Kingdom of Shu is in chaos and is about to be finished.

He finally understood what seeing is believing and hearing is believing.
Chapter completed!