In the Same Boat | 同舟共济

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In ancient times, the people of the states of Wu and Yue were long-time rivals, a relationship that could be described as a feud.

However, if they found themselves in the same boat and encountered a storm, they would help each other just as one's left hand coordinates with the right, showing no sign of their usual hostility.

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