The sages of the Han Dynasty far away in the Central Plains are completely unaware of the enormous upheaval happening in the distant Parthian Empire.
Previously, their situation was slightly better than Liu Xie's, but as the nation faces nearly irresistible external threats, internally, there are numerous parasites striving to hollow out the country's pillars.
If we were to discuss each other's circumstances, considering the domestic complexities and the enormous threat from Rome abroad, Vologases V might not be much better off than Liu Xie. However, unlike Liu Xie, Vologases V chose to resist.
He sold off the palace's luxuries and personally sought out capable individuals among the countryside who could assist him, gradually gathering this strength.
