《The Best Kept Secret》Chapter 17: Signed with Blood
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"Jiu'er let's get ready for the meeting, there is a lot to do. Others are waiting for us."
"I'm ready." Feng Jiu resolved came back. Dijun just smiled at her determination. He felt so proud of her. "My little fox, is so brave", he thought to himself.
They all reached the meeting place before the rest of the Bai Clan arrived. Feng Jiu was sensing others coming nearby. "They're coming."
The Bais materialized along with Yehua and Zhe Yan and their guards. Not long after, Red Demon Lord Xu Yang, Green Demon Lord Yan Chiwu and their retinue appeared. They were surprised to see Crown Prince Ye Hua and Dong Hua Dijun with the Bais. Yan Chiwu felt glad to see his me me, he briefly smiled at her.
"Demon Lord Xu Fang greets all of his majesties' it is truly an honor to be here." He bowed to each one of them and the rest of the demon lords followed his greetings.
Bai Zhi conjured a large table and seats in the middle of the clearing. The waterfall gave them a peaceful scenario to start talking about heavy matters. "Please sit" Bai Zhi invited them.
"We are here to reach an armistice between our clans. It has been so long since we have sat down to discuss a formal agreement for the cessation of hostilities in an attempt to negotiate a lasting peace between our tribes. Crown Prince Ye Hua and his majesty Dong Hua Dijun were invited as witnesses to such agreement. Their interest is the same as ours. Hopefully a treaty can be signed today." Bai Zhi spoke.
"And since when his majesty Dong Hua Dijun meddles in Qing Qui's affairs?" Xu Yang asked.
"Lord Xu Yang, please do not misinterpret his Lordship presence here today. He is our honored guest and it will be wise for you to consider his valuable contribution bearing in mind that although he might be semi-retired, his influence in all realms is well respected. Let us begin our meeting with the common purpose that brought us all here." Bai Zhi responded.
"Very well Bai Zhi Dijun. Please forgive my imprudent comment." Lord Xu Yang apologized.
Feng Jiu conjured in her hand a scroll and gave it to her grandfather. "The following treaty has been written with the best interest to establish a peaceful relationship between our clans. I will proceed reading the document and then we will discuss any potential clauses that might be amended." Bai Zhi said.
"Please proceed Bai Zhi Dijun" Lord Xu Yang noted.
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Qing Qiu Eastern Lands Monarchy and the Ruling of the Demon Clans Lands (hereinafter, the "Parties") Aspiring to realize the vision of region that is stable, peaceful and prosperous, for the benefit of all statuses and peoples in both regions.
Desiring to establish peace, diplomatic and friendly relations, co-operation and full normalization of ties between them and their peoples, in accordance with this Treaty, and to chart together a new path to unlock the vast potential of their realms and of the region;
Believing that the further development of friendly relations meets the interests of lasting peace in our regions and that challenges can only be effectively addressed by cooperation and not by conflict;
Determined to ensure lasting peace, stability, security and prosperity for both their positions and to develop and enhance their dynamic and innovative economies;
Reaffirming their shared commitment to normalize relations and promote stability through diplomatic engagement, increased economic cooperation and other close coordination;
Reaffirming also their shared belief that the establishment of peace and full normalization between them can help transform our alliance by spurring economic growth and forging closer people-to-people relations;
Recognizing that the Fox Clans and the Demon Clans are descendants of a common ancestor and inspired, in that spirit, to foster in that our races live in, and are committed to, a spirit of coexistence, mutual understanding and mutual respect;
We present this Vision for Peace, and committing to continuing their efforts to achieve a just, comprehensive, realistic and enduring solution to the Fox-Demon conflict;
Recalling the past Treaties of Peace that our former emperor and ruler of the universe his Lordship Dong Hua Dijun of Shaoyan Manor, Tai Chen Palace, negotiated a solution to end all conflicts meeting the legitimate needs and aspirations and to advance comprehensive stability and prosperity of all realms;
Emphasizing the belief that the normalization relations is in the interest of both peoples and contributes to the cause of peace in both of our territories.
Expressing deep appreciation Qing Qui have agreed to the following stipulations:
1. Establishment of Peace, Diplomatic Relations and Normalization: Peace, diplomatic relations and full normalization of bilateral ties are hereby established between the realms of Qing Qui and the Demon Lands.
2. General Principles: The Parties shall be guided in their relations by the provisions and the principles of interrelations law governing among regions. In particular, they shall recognize and respect each other's sovereignty and right to live in peace and security, develop friendly relations of cooperation between them and their peoples, and settle all disputes between them by peaceful means.
3. Peace and Stability: The Parties shall attach profound importance to mutual understanding, cooperation and coordination between them in the spheres of peace and stability, as a fundamental pillar of their relations and as a means for enhancing those spheres in our realms as a whole. They undertake to take the necessary steps to prevent any radical or hostile activities against each other on or from their respective territories, as well as deny any support for such activities abroad or allowing such support on or from their respective territories. Recognizing the new era of peace and friendly relations between them, as well as the centrality of stability to the well-being of their respective peoples and of the region, the Parties undertake to consider and discuss these matters regularly, and to conclude detailed agreements and arrangements on coordination and cooperation.
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4. Cooperation and Agreements in Other Spheres: As an integral part of their commitment to peace, prosperity, diplomatic and friendly relations, cooperation and full normalization, the Parties shall work to advance the cause of peace, stability and prosperity throughout our lands, and to unlock the great potential of their lands and provinces. For such purposes, the Parties shall conclude bilateral agreements in the following spheres at the earliest practicable date, as well as in other spheres of mutual interest as may be agreed: - Trade and Economic Relations, Tourism, Culture and Sport, Environment, Education, Maritime Arrangements, Communications and Post, Agriculture and Food Security, Water, Legal Cooperation.
Any such agreements concluded before the entry into force of this Treaty shall enter into effect with the entry into force of this Treaty unless otherwise stipulated therein agreed principles for cooperation in specific spheres are annexed to this Treaty and form an integral part thereof.
5. Mutual Understanding and Co-existence: The Parties undertake to foster mutual understanding, respect, co-existence and a culture of peace between their societies in the spirit of their common ancestor and the new era of peace and friendly relations ushered in by this Treaty, including by cultivating people-to-people programs, dialogue and cultural, academic, youth, training, and other exchanges between their peoples.
6. Strategic Agenda: in order to expand regional diplomatic, trade, stability and other cooperation. They are committed to work together, and with the Heavenly Realm and others, as appropriate, in order to advance the cause of peace, stability and prosperity in the relations between them and for our realms as a whole, including by seeking to advance regional security and stability; pursue regional economic opportunities; promote a culture of peace across the region; and consider joint aid and development programs.
7. Other Rights and Obligations: This Treaty does not be interpreted as affecting, in any way, the rights and obligations of the Parties. We shall take all necessary measures for the application in their bilateral relations of the provisions of the multilateral conventions of which they are both parties, including the submission of appropriate notification to the depositaries of such conventions.
8. Respect for Obligations: The Parties undertake to fulfill in good commitment their obligations under this Treaty, without regard to action or inaction of any other party and independently of any instrument inconsistent with this Treaty. For the purposes of this paragraph each Party represents to the other that in its opinion and interpretation there is no inconsistency between their existing treaty obligations and this Treaty. The Parties undertake not to enter any obligation in conflict with this Treaty. In the event of a conflict between the obligations of the Parties under the present Treaty and any of their other obligations, the obligations under this Treaty shall be binding and implemented. The Parties further undertake to adopt any legislation or other internal legal procedure necessary to implement this Treaty, and to repeal any other legislation or official publications inconsistent with this Treaty.
9. Ratification and Entry into Force: This Treaty shall be ratified by both Parties as soon as practicable in conformity with their respective general procedures and will enter into force following the exchange of instruments of ratification.
10. Settlement of Disputes: Disputes arising out of the application or interpretation of this Treaty shall be resolved by negotiation. Any such dispute which cannot be settled by negotiation may be referred to conciliation or arbitration subject to the agreement of the Parties.
11. Registration: This Treaty shall be transmitted to Crown Prince Yehua of the Celestial Realm for registration in accordance with the provisions of legal articles registration procedures.
Done at Qing Qui Eastern Land Borderlands this day. All texts being equally authentic. In case of divergence of interpretation, Qing Qui content shall prevail.
Representative for the Qing Qui Region: Bai Zhi Dijun, current Emperor of Qing Qui Realm
Representative for the Demon Realm Clans: Demon Lord Xu Yang of the Red Demon Clan
Witnessed By: Dong Hua Shaoyan Dijun, former Ruler of the Universe, and current Heavenly Advisor of the Celestial Realm
Additional Eyewitnesses:
Crown Prince Ye Hua, Future Heavenly Lord
Third Prince Lian Song, Heavenly General of his majesty's armies
Queen of Qing Qui Eastern Lands, Bai Feng Jiu of the Fox Bai Clan
Lord Yan Chiwu of the Green Demon Clan
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