Chapter 6: Negotiations [2]

"Ira Takuto-sama, the Final King who rule over destruction. It's a precious and a great name. When referring to him, you shall call him as Ira-sama, or otherwise Ira Takuto-sama."

The group of dark elves bowed even deeper as Atou spoke.

For the first time, Takuto's name was announced in this world, and it was engraved on their hearts.Atou nodded with satisfaction at their attitude.

Ira Takuto, the Final King, was a name that Atou decided herself without any consideration from Takuto. She was well aware of the privilege of being able to call him by his first name. Even so in this place, she planned to strengthen her relationship with her Master.

Atou didn't notice because she was secretly thinking about such an idea. Still, when she announced the name, Takuto noticed that body of the old man who is lowering his head was trembling.

"Oh, my name is Atou. Don't use the same title as Takuto-sama, Takuto-sama is the supreme King who will always be admired. My status is different from him. Besides, you don't need to remember my name."

"Ira Takuto-sama, Atou-dono ... I have engraved that name on this old bone. I will also tell our race, and promise to carve that name into our souls. ''

"Well. Then quickly take the food away. Some won't last long. My King can create it without limits with just a swing of his hand. However, there was no reason to let it rot. ''

From her attitude seemed that she is getting bored.In truth, Atou quickly lost interest in negotiating with them.

All of about her belong to the King. The person himself understands and hopes the same thing.If it weren't for Takuto, she wouldn't waste time talking to other people. Therefore, she wanted to end it immediately and be praised by his Master again.

"Oh, please wait. That, we all discussed how we could repay the King generosity for saving us,

Does the King want something like Tribute? "

The leader of the Dark Elves erased the imagination of Takuto petting her head. Apparently, their requirements aren't over yet.Even though she looked a little annoyed, Atou was not angry, she then made a rather unusual offer.

"Tribute? Hmm, can you prepare something that our King can satisfy?"

"Forgive us! This is so embarrassing, we don't know what Ira-Takuto-sama will like, and we can't even imagine it. First of all, we'd like to hear what the King wish for? "

"Is that so? Then it is not necessary. You all can't afford it, right?

Quickly wave her hand, while exhaling, Atou shook her head to the left and right. Although said to be a tribute, she didn't think they, the hungry refugees, had something to offer.

Of course, the possibility of possessing rare items such as artefacts cannot be denied. Still, Atou only prioritized to separate them from her kings.Early in the game ... When a nation's foundations are fragile, even the smallest thing can be fatal.

For example ... there might be enemies still chasing them who fled their homeland.

"No, but... then."

"...? I said we don't need it."

"But, that..."

What kind of attitude do you have...? ‥My King is busy. Or-are you plotting something? "

"No, no! We would never do such thing!"

Atou's irritation manifested in her attitude. At the same time, their impatience emerges.

The Jet black does not even try to hold her murderous intention because her gooseneck had started to groan.

Ability possessed by Atou is "Hero", "Evil", and "Fanaticism". Each ability has the effect of multiplying the unit's basic combat strength.

Then the additional ability is the destroyed unit acquisition capability. The more combat she does, the stronger she becomes.

On the other hand, the Dark Elves are in a state of hunger, and it is impossible to do their best. At this level, the current Atou can handle the problem without difficulty.

Therefore, For Combat unit to instantly kill Magic unit is just a piece of cake. Even killing a group of dark elves using the reversed katana is not difficult.

And that violent act If she doesn't consider ethical issues, it's a beneficial act for her and Takuto.

(Yeah, it's a terrible atmosphere!)

Takuto gave up hope that these negotiations would end soon. Especially since the beginning, Atou had misunderstood them.

Initially, she didn't even like to exchange words, but for the sake of his Master, she acts as an intermediary. That was why she wanted to solve all the problem by quickly ending the conversation.

On the other hand, it was different for the Dark Elves. For this sad group, this negotiation is the first and last. Maybe this is a turning point in destiny that will affect their fate.

Even if they survive this me, there is no next. There's no food and no guarantee the dark elves will find another place to live.

Therefore, even if they seem a little suspicious, it is quite natural for them to try to negotiate with the King of ruin actively.

Of course, unlike Takuto, who could analyze everything from a broad perspective, Atou only cares about Takuto, and she only thinks for the short term.

However, in his current state, Takuto had no intention of allowing such a conflict.

Takuto, deciding that he should help. When he finally made that decision, he coughed softly and made a sound.

"Atou"

"Yes, my King."

Atou quickly turned towards Takuto and stood by his side.

In order not to be seen by the dark elves, she turned towards Takuto. She showed a displeased facial expression, her cheeks bulging out like a whining child.

It seemed that she was irritated by the conversation that didn't make any progress.

She drew closer so that only Takuto could hear her words, then words of complaint began to line up.

(Takuto-sama! They are terrible at negotiating! And seem that they are plotting something! They are bad guy, let's just kill them!)

(Relax, relax, calm down)

"You're not that good either", Takuto thought so, but he keeps it inside.

The first half was good, but the second half was a bit off.

However, he also felt ashamed that he couldn't communicate himself and had left everything to a young girl.

It was a fact that the conversation between Atou and the Dark Elves had not progressed at all.

It seemed that Atou wanted to end the negotiations immediately. Still, as the leader of the dark elf, Mortar could not give up.

Given its natural for her to say never to approach them again, but her attitude of forcefully ending the meeting made them even more frustrated.

That was because she didn't want Takuto to feel uncomfortable, but that only amplified the misunderstanding between Atou and Mortar.

(If we just leave them alone, it will only harm Takuto-sama. We better kill them all! Now while their necks were exposed, Takuto-sama!!! )

Regarding Tribute. You remember that we have evil attributes, don't you? ... that's why they are worried that we are plotting something behind their back. Isn't that normal? )

"Oh!? I see! Eh then..."

"Let's get some compensation here in a way that they are satisfied with. That would reassure them and would probably bring them a little more in-depth talk. Anyway that old man is an interesting person."

Takuto still wanted to enjoy negotiating with them. He who has never had the opportunity to speak to others, now have some interest.

(That's great, as expected My King! You could see that far! ‥. I understand. Leave it to me to do the rest! )

(Aah, wait!)

Atou quickly turns her back and continue to negotiate.

Surely she doesn't understand.

Takuto felt that way, but he who has a problem with communication disorder had no other choice but to leave the negotiations to her.

"Huh, I see. Was that kind of thing..."

Atou whispered with a loose and seductive voice.

"Well, you really troublesome idiots."

Did they feel something unusual in that voice? A group of elves can only lower their heads deeper.

"I couldn't even notice without the words from my King. Jeez, to think that you see Takuto-sama same as some evil spirits that wandering in mountain."

"Oh no, no! There is no such thing! Great person! "

"Shut up. The word of my King is absolute. And rejoice. My King will not consider your dark fairies shallow thinking. He allowed the alms given without any contract. In other words, we will receive some kind of Tribute in exchange. Is this okay? ‥You should know the absolute law of contract. Were you relieved now? "

"Ah, ye yes! Thank you very much for your generous consideration."

Elder Mortar, without further refuting the speculation that Atou made, He only showed his gratitude.

Refuting is a bad move because he could be seen as disrespecting the King. While talking to Atou, he also realized that she had no sympathy for them.

"If that is the case, compensation is necessary. Hmm, compensation, compensation..."

Atou glance turned to Takuto. With the sad eyes of the little girl. Even if she didn't say it, he knew what it meant.

It means "Takuto-sama help me"

(Ponkotsu ...)

Even though she boasted that much, if now Takuto is throwing the spoon, that will make Atou reputation fall. Atou is Takuto's favourite, so all her faults will be erased.

After all, Atou will help him as a conversation supporter, but Takuto may have to decide in the end.

"About outside."

"My King is interested in the outside world. You guys came from afar, right?"

Tell us everything you know about the outside world. Let's use it as the price of food and fulfil the contract. Are you satisfied with this? "

"Ooh! Then this Mortar. Everything this old man sees and hears will be presented to you! "

It is not a complicated problem; all this happened because of their misunderstanding.

(Though so far Atou could guess his mind well, when everything was left to her it turned out to be chaos)

Takuto thinks about the reason why Atou's feeling discomfort, but no matter how hard he scratches his head, the answer won't come out.

Eventually, he decided to convince himself that it just her nature.

In this way, the negotiations are almost over.

However, there was an event that caused him to get caught in his heart.

"Then, leave the forest once the contract is completed."

"Yes, understood!"

(Hmm, he is trembling)

As usual, Atou still didn't notice it, but Takuto could see Elder Mortar's confusion.

At the same time, his brain quickly organizes the information.As far as their attitude is concerned, Takuto's guess is almost correct,

It was not so challenging to derive the answer from their attitude.

"We allow you to stay for a while. You will need time to rest. But remember it's not for long"

(Surely living on the run is hard, if this food supply runs out there is no hope)

The Dark Elves said that they were "driven from their homeland" at the last meeting.

According to reports of long leg bug, dark elf group was about 500 people. Still, travelling nomads on that scale were extremely difficult.The Tribute they offer is actually so that the King of Ruin feels pleased.Maybe these negotiations are meant to get permission to stay here and regulate their food safety.

(However, I don't want them to stay here for too long. Refugees with different affiliations can only get in the way of creating a country. And it might bring more trouble.)

Different races cause various problems in Eternal Nations.

Of course, it is the same in the real world—those with different cultures and ideas. Good and evil are bound to fight each other.

Even if, they didn't have any intention to do something stupid like starting a conflict.

"If the king is kindly allow us to reside in this forest, then no happiness can exceed this.,,,"

"We can't allow that. This land is owned by my King Ira Takuto-sama, and my King wants peace. If you don't want to waste your life that just survived, then don't open your mouth and leave this place. "

(It turns out they wanted to ask permission to stay? But first, the territory of the evil nation, Mynoghra, is cursed, and that is one of the game attributes. The impact is the status of the neutral attribute unit becomes negative, but I also don't know exactly what will happen)

Cursed land favours evil races. Although there are various benefits, as a disadvantage, there is always a penalty for interaction with neutral attributes.That's also why he doesn't explicitly stop Atou from trying to get rid of the Dark Elves from the forest.

Of course, he doesn't know if the system will be exactly like the game. Maybe there is no problem at all. Certain parts need verification.But for some reason, Takuto was convinced that rule would also work in this world.That's why, unfortunately, they have to get out of here.

(However, abandoning them after I feed them will make me feel uncomfortable and they might fall deeper.)

Even though Takuto gave the dark elves some food, it was created by him with magical power that cannot be recharged at present.Even though their life has extended, do they have to continue their aimless journey end and die?Takuto wasn't satisfied with that. Instead of sympathy, Takuto felt frustrated that his actions had gone in vain.

"Then, the great King, Ira Takuto-sama. Thank you for allowing us to have an audience this time.

--- Well, everyone, before the King, Carry food quietly."

Is there any way to solve it?

The meeting is about to end.

It seemed that the old Mortar and the accompanying dark elf warriors did not dare to ask for anything more for fear that it might anger Atou.

Their exhausted expressions call for something.

The King of Mynoghra should have infinite power.Takuto was called the legendary player in "Eternal Nations",For some reason, he felt that he is unworthy.

"Hey you all."

The words came out naturally.

With his power and Mynoghra civilization power,If he feels like it, he will not even consider this kind of problem.

"Be my citizen."

He came up with a

great way to solve everything.

On the contrary, he wondered why he had not done it until now.

However, the smile and words that Takuto confidently uttered replied by everyone with gaping mouths and eyes that seemed to say "What are you talking about?"

Not only the Dark Elves, but even Atou stared at him.

Takuto understood that he had made a big mistake in communication at the moment,He reaffirmed his communication problems and desperately endured the tears that were about to spill.

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[Mage (Mortar Elder)] Magic Unit

Fighting power: 3 Mobility 1

"Sage""Dark Magic Lv1""Hunger"

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~~ A skilled knight will act like a hundred warriors alone.

However, a skilled magician works as a hundred knights by himself~

Mage is a skilled magic unit and is a higher unit of [Magician].

With the proper mana source, you will be able to learn tactical magic up to Lv2 and carry battles in your favour.On the other hand, combat ability is not so high, so basically it is necessary to have an escort.Also, some magical units may acquire the ability of Sage.