Tremendous changes had taken place in the Western Region.
In less than a year, the Shu-lik in the west had lost more than half their territory. The capital was occupied and the royal family had fled to an unknown destination. They had essentially lost the ability to fight.
Golden Roc Fort and Norland worked to advance towards the East, and defeated two small countries in succession. They were approaching the sphere of influence of Central Plain in the Western Regions. A larger war would break out soon.
The four countries including Xiaoyao Lake surrendered one after another and became the vassals of Golden Roc Fort. In order to show their loyalty, they took turns asking to meet, demonstrating their willingness to abdicate the throne and become marquis'.