"Firstly, I do not want my freedom to be limited or restrained by anything or anyone. I will take up residence in the tribe and contribute towards its development and survival, but I will not heed the orders of anyone. I do not like people forcing me to do something I do not want to do." Leon stated.
"This condition is not a problem. We will treat you like how we treat the other Venerable Shamans. What are your other conditions?" Chief Valencia nodded forthrightly. Her goal was never to control Leonhardt but to convince him to stay in their tribe. So long as he is around, they could seek him out and request his help.
She knew that vagabonds are unfettered people who like to travel a lot. Asking the person to stay was already a big request. To ask for the person's allegiance was simply asking them to run away.
She had to make sure not to cross his bottom line.