453 Party Struggle

Zheng Tong was the monarch of Zheng Country. Just over half a year ago, his Kingdom faced unprecedented setbacks. Mirage Country brazenly declared war on Zheng Country and then easily defeated Zheng's Military.

The enemy employed advanced bolt-action rifles that fired faster and had more firepower. His Infantry lost 10,000 men in just one day, and the 70,000-strong Troops collapsed after only three days.

The subsequent naval battle was even more tragic for Zheng Country. Originally, Zheng's Navy was also quite strong. However, the Fleet of 40 sailing ships was ambushed by Mirage Country's Navy with just 20 Ming Wheel Ships, resulting in total annihilation and the loss of control over the sea.

Facing successive defeats, Zheng Country had no choice but to lower its head and sue for peace. This was because Qi Country and Chu Country were also eyeing them covetously. Losing one Dongwan Island was not insurmountable, at least it was better than losing King City.