Chen Songshi's words hit him where it hurt.
—Though he was arrogant, he knew what he was here for.
Just as Chen Songshi had said, no matter how the process went, he ultimately had to return to Wazhen with the Peace Negotiation Book to report on his mission. Otherwise, there would be no way to resolve the situation.
At this thought, Ugle finally softened his aggressive stance. He coughed once and added agreeably, "Indeed. This is the wish of both our sides. It would naturally be for the best if we can reach a proper agreement."
He pondered for a moment before saying, "How about this? Since you are unwilling to provide more cloth and provisions, let's settle the terms for the mutual markets according to our proposal. What do you say?"
Hearing this, many officials cursed him inwardly.
'These Wazhen people are utterly shameless!'
'Not only are they trying to take everything they can get their hands on, they're even scheming for the long term!'
