Faced with Ouyang Shuo's trump card, Shan Da and the others were caught unprepared. The ocean trade with the West occupied an important position in their territory. Once it was blocked, it would be a fatal blow to the territory's finances.
The meaning of Ouyang Shuo's words was clear. Only by cooperating with the Xia Kingdom could they pass the inspection. Otherwise, the ASEAN ships would not be able to enter the Mediterranean Sea.
Shan Da and the others looked dignified and said, "Emperor Xia, we need to discuss this in private."
"Please!"
Ouyang Shuo was confident. Since Shan Da and the others enjoyed the huge profits from the ocean trade, they would not give up on this fat piece of meat.
The Grand Line operated by the Xia Kingdom could sometimes be used as a bargaining chip on the table.
… …
In the meeting room next door, Shan Da and the other three gathered together.
"What do we do now?" Lord Tirade of Siam asked.
The four of them looked at each other. Before they came, they did not think that Ouyang Shuo's attitude would be so tough.
Lord Mo Angyin of Piao Kingdom said, "Why don't we sign it?"
Among the nine countries of ASEAN, Piao Kingdom was located in the northwest corner and was somewhat outside of the ASEAN system. Moreover, Piao Kingdom was adjacent to the Indian Ocean. The income from the trade with the West was one of the main sources of revenue for Mo Angyin's territory.
Once the trade was blocked, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"Yes, we have to lower our heads when we are under someone else's roof." Tirade agreed.
Shan Da had some concerns and said, "How do we explain to Uis?"
"We are only cooperating in business. We can't just let go of the shiny silver just because of our reputation, right?" Mo Angyin's attitude was very firm.
Shan Da saw this and said, "Okay, then it's settled."
From the beginning to the end, the three of them did not ask for the opinion of Lord Abdul.
In reality, Piao Kingdom was one of the richest countries in the world because of its amazing oil and natural gas reserves. But in the game, oil and natural gas were basically useless.
Piao Kingdom's territory was small. It was just a small country with a small population. How could it have any say?
… …
After the discussion, the four of them returned to the negotiating table.
Seeing this, Ouyang Shuo said with a faint smile, "Everyone, have you finished your discussion?" In fact, their conversation in the compartment had already passed into Ouyang Shuo's ears.
Shan Da and the others nodded and said, "Emperor Xia is generous. He is willing to share the profits of the ocean trade with us. As a friend, how could we refuse? We are just discussing some small matters."
"Well said. We are friends." Ouyang Shuo didn't expose him.
In the following negotiations, Shan Da and the rest didn't make any unreasonable requests. They basically followed the previously drafted terms and conditions and obediently signed the "Trans-Pacific Trade Partnership Agreement Cooperation Framework" with Great Xia.
The specific details of the agreement would naturally be discussed by professionals.
After signing it, Ouyang Shuo smilingly said, "This is a joyous occasion that should be shared with more people. Great Xia has invited many media outlets and is preparing to hold a press conference. Please follow me. "
"What?!"
Shan Da and the rest were once again caught unprepared.
Ouyang Shuo's face sank as he said, "What? All of you aren't willing to go?"
"Go, go!"
Shan Da and the others' smiles were even uglier than crying. They couldn't imagine what would happen if the news spread in ASEAN.
But since it had come to this, they had no way out.
At the press conference, Ouyang Shuo was secretly pleased to see Shan Da and the rest forcing a smile and cooperating with the reporters' questions against their will. Once the relevant reports were out, they wouldn't be able to deny it even if they wanted to.
After finalizing the agreement, the Royal Fleet set sail again the next morning.
Almost at the same time, the news of Shan Da and the rest signing the "Trans-Pacific Trade Partnership Agreement Cooperation Framework" with Great Xia quickly spread throughout the ASEAN countries with the help of the Black Snake Guards.
Padong City, Java Country.
In the governor's residence, Wuis's face was ashen. He gritted his teeth and said, "Shan Da and the rest of the bastards. They are traitors. They really think of themselves as the dogs of Great Xia."
"Hmph, they are afraid of Great Xia, but I am not." Wuis's face flashed with a trace of bloodlust and said, "Come!"
"Yes!"
"Inform the Padong Fleet that there is a mission!"
"Yes!"
…
After passing through the Strait of Malacca, the Royal Fleet entered the Indian Ocean.
Following the sea near Java Country, the fleet went all the way south. On Emperor Yu, Ouyang Shuo had already taken out a map. His face was full of anticipation.
"Exploration Map of the Lemurian Civilization Ruins": With this map, players can trigger the corresponding plot mission in the sea near the Lemurian Civilization Ruins. As for the specific function, players can explore it themselves.
If there were no accidents, the Lemurian Continent was in the sea between Java Country and Australia.
Because of this, Ouyang Shuo specially ordered Gan Ning, the admiral of the Royal Fleet, to deploy the Scarlet Horse Boat and the Taowu Battle Ship to expand the search area as much as possible in order to trigger the plot mission.
They sailed like this for four days, but there was still no movement.
Seeing that they were about to reach Australia, Ouyang Shuo couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. "This shouldn't be happening. I am so lucky now. How can I miss a fortuitous encounter?" Ouyang Shuo was a little depressed.
At this moment, an alarm sounded in front of them.
Emperor Yu was in the center of the fleet and was heavily guarded. Hence, Ouyang Shuo didn't know what was happening. Fortunately, they had the communication conch produced by Atlantis City, so it was convenient for the warships to communicate with each other.
Soon, Gan Ning came to report.
"What happened?" Ouyang Shuo asked.
"Your Majesty, the Scarlet Horse Boat in front sent out an alarm signal, and then we lost contact."
Ouyang Shuo's eyes narrowed. "Did someone attack us?"
"I've already sent the Taowu Battle Ship to investigate." Gan Ning didn't give a definite answer.
Ouyang Shuo nodded. "Send out the pseudo spaceplanes as well." Ouyang Shuo's senses were very sharp. Ever since they entered the Indian Ocean, he'd sensed that the fleet was being watched.
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Gan Ning grew serious when he saw this.
Suddenly, the sound of cannons exploded in front of them. Boom! Boom! Boom!
There was no need to investigate anymore. The Royal Fleet was under attack.
Ouyang Shuo remained calm. "Go ahead," he said to Gan Ning. "I'd like to see the results of the Royal Fleet's training. Whether it's a mule or a horse depends on this battle. "
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Gan Ning saluted and turned to leave.
Ouyang Shuo gazed at the sea ahead, his eyes distant. "Is it Java?" Only Java had the guts and motive to attack the Great Xia Royal Fleet.
Ouyang Shuo's guess was correct. It was the Padong Fleet under Lord Wuis of Java who had ambushed the Royal Fleet. In order to eliminate the effects of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Cooperation Framework, Wuis had chosen the most direct and effective counterattack.
If they could defeat the Great Xia Royal Fleet, the tables would turn.
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