A Steadfast Course

Zul'ra was prepared. After receiving the questions from the parliament, he immediately offered a solution: to balance the budget by using external trade. In addition to the solution, he also put forward a series of arguments.

Under the combined influence of humans, Quel'Thalas, and Zandalar, the Aman'Shuli Council took a significant step by opening up both private and commercial sectors, ushering in a new era from primitive society. The council members understood some of the key aspects of this move, but they failed to foresee its long-term impact.

The abolition of the public distribution of resources catalyzed the maturation of the Amani people, but it also created a wealth gap among them. If this gap is not controlled, it will widen and eventually cause social conflicts. These conflicts, when placed in the struggle for power, will further lead to social infighting and collapse.

If the only solution is foreign trade to balance the bills, Parliament will surely criticize Zul'ra harshly and expel him from Parliament, because in the two years they have been in power, they have fully tasted the benefits of foreign trade, and the reserves in the public treasury are not solely from taxes and past contributions.

The rampant the Scourge have caused food shortages in the north, and prices have skyrocketed. Quel'Thalas, Lordaeron, and Durnholde, as well as Defias in the south, all purchase food and supplies from Amani through various channels every year. It is precisely because of the trade based on the supplies accumulated under Zul'ra's orders in the past that Amani has been able to become rich in a short period of time.

The Defias uprising in the south has now been suppressed by Stormwind. The needs of Quel'Thalas, Lordaeron, and Durnholde have gradually decreased, and their wealth has been greatly depleted. Even if Zul'ra doesn't mention it, the council will have to find a way to reopen trade routes from other places to balance the revenue and expenditure problems caused by his building up of the army.

The solution to the problem was already roughly in place, which is why the council dismissed Zul'ra's question and threw it back at him. But now, in addition to the solution, Zul'ra has thrown back a series of impactful issues that force them to take seriously and seek Zul'ra advice.

After successfully quelling the parliament's ambitions and establishing his authority, Zul'ra was very satisfied. He then naturally pointed out the importance of productivity and capital. This time, the parliament should not only solve the revenue and expenditure problem, but also improve Amani's productivity and control emerging capital.

If Parliament itself is a horse that might lead Amani astray, then the capital that has been unleashed is like a pack of wolves. If raised well, they can be used as mounts and companions; if raised astray, they will turn on their masters.

Through her understanding of domestic affairs, Zul'ra established her authority and successfully gained control of the parliament. She not only demanded that the parliament address several tasks, such as controlling capital, increasing productivity, and using foreign trade to solve the balance of payments problem, but also held a series of confidential meetings to discuss the future of Amani.

In a series of meetings, Zul'ra no longer shied away from the question of whether Amani should choose the Horde and use Horde to build a prosperous nation, or choose the Trolls kin and try to join forces with them to build an empire again. He wanted to unify the attitudes of Amani's high-ranking officials.

Amani's joining the Horde was orchestrated by Zul'ra. The formation of the Aman'Shuli Council occurred after their joining the Horde, and their attitude is currently unclear. They are the type to go with the flow and wait and see. If nothing unexpected happens, all will be well. But if there is any disturbance, they may become indecisive.

Zul'ra needed Amani to stay on course and not deviate or waver, which is why the meeting was convened. The Aman'Shuli Council then began to argue about this. Many people had expectations for the Troll Empire, after all, outsiders were not as friendly as their own kind, but at the same time they were also attracted by the future of the Horde.

Despite some disputes, the formation of the Aman'Shuli Council was a necessity, especially given the emergence of new capital. This led the Aman'Shuli Council to prioritize the interests of the Amani, at least while they were still members of the Amani and had not yet found a better future.

Faced with rampant the Scourge on the Eastern Kingdoms and the increasingly reorganized Alliance, if Amani wants to protect its own interests, it must unite with the Horde. Given the current situation of the Horde, Amani can easily gain dominance. As long as it doesn't do anything reckless, a glorious future is inevitable.

Compared to the promising future within the Horde, pursuing a union with the former Troll Empire would require swallowing one's pride and approaching various Trolls, persuading them to unite, enduring the Zandalar's arrogance, and ultimately, Amani might not even gain control within the empire.

The path became clearer through debate, Aman'Shuli Council quickly reached a unanimous decision: Amani would stand firmly in the Horde's camp and gain control of the Horde.

Under the influence of various circumstances, the will of the Amani leadership was unified by Zul'ra. The council, based on the existing tacit understanding, recognized his leadership and rule, and helped him to strive for the position of the next Warchief, in order to enable Amani to gain dominance over the Horde and establish a glorious future.

Through a series of meetings, Zul'ra re-established his leadership within Amani, making the Aman'Shuli Council willingly submit to him and follow the path he set.

Just as Zul'ra was re-establishing his leadership, five thousand soldiers from the Giant Deer Army had arrived in Zul'Aman from various places. Cook and Bakaji were training and arming these soldiers according to the previously determined curriculum.

These soldiers, who came from all over the country, will completely abandon their production work and devote themselves entirely to military training. The best among them will be selected as officers, while others will be trained to become Sunbearers.

Besides the soldiers who had come from all over to prepare for intensive training, Zul'ra also welcomed some special guests, including dozens of Orcs led by Skrinjer who had come from Wolfhowl Valley in the Arathi Highlands.

Most of the Orcs went to Kalimdor, but a considerable number remained on the Eastern Kingdoms. Some of these people lived in Wolfhowl Valley and Go'Shek Farm in the Arathi Highlands, while others lived in the Highland Shipyard, Smolderthorn Port, and worked at Amani Ranch.

Originally, the hundred or so raiders led by Skrinjer were still serving in Zul'Aman, but due to the establishment of the Aman'Shuli Council and the Amani's defense strategy against the the Scourge, they were marginalized. Feeling neglected, they returned from Zul'Aman to Wolfhowl Valley to graze their livestock.

When news of Zul'ra's return from Kalimdor reached Wolfhowl Valley, the Orcs Skrinjer, were eager to know the current situation of the Horde, and also felt a sense of closeness to him. Therefore, they brought gifts such as milk and meat to visit him in Zul'Aman.

Thanks to Yixi Mingyue for the reward and support.