Shen Qi and Gu Beiliang's marriage was settled in this manner. However, due to Emperor Jiayuan's precautions, Gu Beiliang was unable to see Shen Qi in person this time, which left him feeling quite regretful.
The officials of Yun Nation had some grievances about Gu Beiliang privately ceding three cities as part of the marriage proposal, but they couldn't oppose Gu Beiliang. Moreover, after Gu Beiliang returned to Yun Nation and successfully conquered several cities to expand its territory, they stopped complaining and even hoped Gu Beiliang would cede two more cities.
This exchange was an extreme operation of giving one thing to gain two. As Yun Nation's territory expanded, they were naturally pleased.
After consolidating his gains, Gu Beiliang returned to the palace and ordered a complete renovation to be done according to Shen Qi's preferences.
In the blink of an eye, two years passed.