Episode 185
Defeat or Victory
‘Sarnai. If something like that happened, why didn’t you say a word to me? !’
Batu gritted his teeth.
It was true that the relationship between him and his partner had not been the same recently.
Unlike himself, who is a hardliner who believes that just as the empire trampled on the home of their ancestors, they must now trample on the empire.
Sarnai was close to a pacifist who always talked about harmony and reconciliation.
It didn’t matter because he was in control of the tribe’s power right now.
In terms of being a ‘great warrior’, Sarnai also boasted skills that were second to none.
It just didn’t show much on the outside.
Still, Batu believed that Sarnai would one day understand his feelings.
Because it’s always been like that.
however… It seemed a little different this time.
Sailor Holmes.
The father who took in two people who were dying because they had been abandoned by their tribe and had no parents or siblings.
The person who gave them dreams and gave them strength was there, but he didn’t tell them. What on earth should we take it to mean?
Was it because I didn’t want to confuse him in the middle of a battle, or was it… .
Thick!
At that moment, Batu could feel his left arm, which was only half left, throbbing.
A place where a person who identified himself as a blue lion cut and passed.
Thanks to the shamans’ urgent treatment, it didn’t go away, but I still got strong phantom pain when I thought about the events of that day.
‘for now… Let’s just focus on work now.’
Batu swallowed his anger.
You can ask the reason later.
But things can only be done now.
Quick!
I gritted my teeth.
I bit so hard that my teeth were grinding.
* * *
All the way to the conference hall.
The conversation between the 12 chieftains was extremely noisy.
“Hmm! “From where and how far do we claim cession?”
“Where are you?” “You should just leave the Winds border and ask for the entire eastern part of the empire!”
“So, our Chinaipu people are Katharan territory? “I’m asking for it.”
“We are the Earl of Charles.”
“Hehehehe. Then we are in the Viscounty of Bodran. The previous head of the family was there with us. “Not only the head of the family, but also Gasol and the heads of all the residents of the territory, must be hung on a pole.”
“I demand the road to Baron Huffe. “As you know, I think we need to build a ranch, but the basin there is wide, so it’s perfect for use as a meadow.”
“hmm? The Barony of Heuf must have a free city. “Are you going to kill everyone there?”
“After all, a city is the most useless thing the empire has invented. There are a lot of people and a lot of buildings. There is no place for vegetation to grow. Clueless bastards. To use such precious land for such a poor use… .”
The chieftains were already showing an arrogant attitude as if they had taken over the entire empire.
That’s right, the results they’ve achieved over the past few days have been truly astounding.
Not only did they almost completely destroy the empire’s vaunted punitive army, but they also traversed the eastern part of the country in one fell swoop and destroyed several castles one after another.
An empire that builds castles and does not know how to go out is weak.
On the other hand, those who built roads and made mountains their base are strong.
That was the common thought in the minds of the 12 chieftains.
The reason they have not been able to leave their home for the past few days is simply because they are blocked by a special barrier called the Red Lion.
but.
Once that barrier was lifted and they joined hands and became their guide, there would be nothing that could stop them.
And then the more.
Batu’s eyes were cold as he watched their conversation.
“Where do you plan to take it, Chief Borfur?”
At that time, all the chieftains stopped their conversation and turned their attention to the question someone asked.
Each of them has a very insidious gaze.
If there is one person that the current chieftains are most wary of, it is Batu.
He is young and brave. And it is strong and generous.
It is the perfect hero statue for young warriors with their blood boiling over to follow.
Because of that, the old chieftains had no choice but to be very nervous.
Because even their own tribe members could feel themselves shaking. I was afraid that my power might be taken away by Batu.
But what if he also claims a large territory here?
Considering that Batu’s performance was the greatest, there was no reason to refuse.
Still, we have to stop it somehow.
Because we couldn’t allow the Borfur tribe to grow any bigger than it is now.
‘That’s funny.’
Batu could clearly see the ugly intentions of the old men, but he did not show it at all.
“I and the Borfur people have come only to avenge the humiliation and dishonor that our ancestors had to endure. I have no interest in imperial lands. “The land we have now is enough, and if you plan to emigrate after the war, please give us that land.”
Batu did not miss the change in the chiefs’ eyes.
Some even sneered.
He may feel that he is too young to know reality and is absorbed in heroism.
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‘Think whatever you want.’
Batu didn’t care what they thought.
‘It won’t be long before I can laugh like that.’
in between.
The chiefs were finally able to arrive at the agreed meeting place.
It was a barracks built between two military camps, the Red Lion Army and the Tribal Alliance Army, for security purposes.
“There is nothing wrong. “I think you can come in.”
Still, the tribal warriors repeatedly checked for safety in preparation for a possible sneak attack, and when nothing was found, the 12 chieftains entered the barracks with pride.
There were passengers who had already arrived there first.
Red Lion Andre Winds.
‘Ghost’, Nameless in a wooden mask.
and.
Twin demons, Lapis and Lazuli, with charming smiles.
At that moment, all the chieftains except Batu cowered in shock.
The air inside the barracks was so heavy that it was difficult to breathe.
Even though it had been a long time since they had put down their weapons, they were still one of the most famous warriors in the mountainous region.
The temperament of those four people had already completely overwhelmed them.
‘Andre… !’
‘I knew the Red Lion was strong, but was it this much?’
‘The obnoxious guy wearing the wooden mask is probably the guy who cut off the auditor’s head.’
‘The people on the demon side… It’s beautiful. Even the concubine I met not long ago probably wasn’t that bad.’
‘But it is a poisonous plant with strong poison and sharp thorns.’
The chieftains were rapidly tapping the abacus in their heads.
And I decided that I shouldn’t stretch out here.
They may have more troops, but if something happened right here, they would be the only ones killed.
“Welcome. “Everyone worked hard to come this long way.”
Red Lion Andre greeted in a low voice.
A voice that is both calm and elegant.
He gave the impression that he was closer to a scholar than a knight.
Because of this, the chieftains, who had only clashed with Andrew so far, but had actually met face to face for the first time, were in a state of considerable surprise.
The chiefs exchanged glances with each other, then sat down in their assigned seats.
“hmm! Hmm! “It was a lot of hard work.”
“cancer. How easy would it be to crush the empire?”
“yes. “I ran the long distance without hesitation, so how could it not be difficult?”
Naturally, there was no communication at all between Andrew and the chieftains.
However, sometimes the meaning is conveyed more easily through facial expressions and actions than through the content of the words.
Nameless stared at Andre quietly. It was a dry look, but the meaning was very simple.
‘Shall I kill them all?’
Andre shook his head.
That doesn’t mean it can’t be done, it just means that it isn’t there yet.
Nameless crossed his arms and quietly watched what they were doing.
“As you all know, the reason we have arranged this meeting is to reaffirm our strategic alliance. I think we need to have a long discussion about putting aside all past benefits and joining forces until the empire’s ambitions are crushed… .”
Every time Andre continued speaking, the interpreter standing next to him interpreted.
Every time that happened, the chieftains’ eyes often sparkled.
Not only did Andre exalt their bravery and spirit, but he also gave most of his attention to them. He even gave off the nuance of belittling himself and bowing down to them, to the point where one might wonder if he was the enemy lion who had been harassing the mountain peoples.
At first, the chiefs also wondered if there was some kind of plan.
As the servants brought drinks and delivered delicious food, the stiff atmosphere began to relax little by little.
“If you hadn’t helped me, I wouldn’t be here right now. His head was probably cut off and hung on the wall of the imperial capital to be laughed at by the people.”
The chiefs agreed, saying it was correct.
Surely, as far as they knew, Andre had been in danger. If he had been left alone, he would have been defeated in no time.
Therefore, the chiefs began to mistakenly believe that they were benefactors and great warriors who saved the Red Lion’s life.
Before I knew it, I had started to regard the Red Lion Army as a subordinate.
A servant that they can use to their heart’s content. Or a dog that has to do what it is told to do.
“Ho ho ho. “These are the heroes the Red Lion was talking about.”
Moreover, as Lapis and Lazuli, who had initially tried to keep a distance from them because they were demons, approached, the atmosphere slowly became immersed in pleasure.
“Pahaha! then! We are heroes, not heroes! And he is also the conqueror who will annex the empire in the future!”
“How. You looked amazing from the first time I saw you. “Look at these strong chest muscles.”
“The seat next to me is always empty.”
“oh. “Is it Dash by any chance?”
“There is always a beautiful woman sitting next to a great conqueror.”
“That’s really… .”
Lapis touched the face of the chieftain who was stroking her waist and buttocks as if it was a given, and kissed her lips.
“That’s disgusting.”
Crack!
Chief Pakai’s head turned back. He looked like he had no idea how he died.
The other chieftains didn’t seem to notice it at all.
It was the result of the numbing poison mixed with alcohol and the stimulation of pleasure.
Quack!
Quack!
“Are you very drunk? Why are you dropping your head like that?” ?”
puck!
The heads of the chieftains turned one after another.
Some people felt like they were so drunk that they couldn’t control themselves, but then they felt like their vision was spinning and they had to lower their heads.
Those who didn’t get hit only realized it too late.
That this place is a trap.
“Save me!”
“Move… !”
Uddangtangtang. A couple of people pushed back their chairs and tried to run out of the barracks. But they couldn’t move a few steps. My legs were weak because I was drunk.
The closest attendants quickly came over and helped them, but they were soon in vain. A popping sound rang out. A dagger was stuck in the left chest.
“Yes, why did you…” ?”
“This is a decision you have made for the sake of your tribe’s fate, Chieftain. “Please hand everything over to Batu and retire.”
“no… !”
All the chieftains except Batu died like that.
The attendants all had their heads broken by the maces swung by the soldiers who stormed into the barracks. Screams and screams shook the barracks, and the surrounding area was filled with crushed blood and flesh.
until then.
Batu didn’t even show any signs of getting up from his spot.
He was just silently eating the steak in front of him with his hands.
Wizard who swallowed talent
