The Eastern Sea, a trading hub since ancient times, has become desolate since the upheaval in the Central Plains.
This place is populated, with many fishermen living off the sea. However, due to the harsh climate, with frequent typhoons and storms, the fertile land rarely yields crops, because you never know when a tsunami will destroy everything planted.
There are very few noble families stationed here, almost none, and those who thrive here are the fearless ship merchants and the local fishermen.
After the rise of Jiangnan, trade almost entirely concentrated around the West Sea. With the same risks, wouldn't Jiangnan be much more appealing than the Eastern Sea?
After that, the Eastern Sea became a forgotten land, and right after the Dragon Palace incident, the King of Qin casually took control of it.
"Lord Qin King...."