Chapter 46 Nehram (thirteen)
Compared with the previous cluster, the shape of the pillar of fire solidified in the symbol of the material world this time is more like flames, stacked and looked like huge stone flowers from a distance. The once violent fire element calmed down with the pillar of fire again. If it were not for the charred soil and the tent that turned into ashes, it would be hard to believe what had happened here before.
The heat of the air is constantly fading, and the already light sky is gloomy again, with dark clouds and bursts of thunder.
Asa looked up, is it going to rain?
Vera, who is more sensitive to elements, showed even more surprise. She clearly felt that Link's aura was nearby, but she could not see others. Even herself who had signed the contract, it was like this. Needless to say, the others could not locate Link's specific location.
Crazy-
The heavy rain poured down, and the orcs who had just experienced the frightened experience the taste of ecstasy. The drought that lasted for more than half a year was finally alleviated.
Unlike most orcs who are immersed in the double joy of salvation and rain, the shamans are mixed with joy. They breathe a sigh of relief for the drought and worry about the power displayed by the Son of Nature.
Why are the differences so big if you are both believers and the apostles of God?
Envy, bitterness, and fear are mixed together, making their expressions look sinister and ugly, and they are so out of place with the joy around them.
A bright color passed through the dark gray sky, and the flash of flames deformed the moment they touched the ground. It was Link who had left in the form of a fire lion half a day ago.
"Kaogo has accepted your proposal, let's talk about alliances next."
It was obviously a normal tone, but Gongger felt a strange feeling.
It was still the same person, with no difference in appearance and body shape, but his strength and breath changed drastically. From being there or not to being able to ignore it. It can be recognized at a glance among millions of people, and their momentum is even more arrogant.
In the end, the knowledgeable and sophisticated Rogo came back to his senses from his complex emotions.
The rain will not stop for a short time. You can't just stand in the rain to discuss the details of the alliance, right? He turned around and gestured at his tribe a few times, and immediately more than a dozen orcs ran towards the tribe tent that had not been completely damaged. After a few seconds, a small tent was moved soon. Stones, wood, haystacks, and even leather with fishy smells were moved in. Because the size was too small, it could not accommodate all the shamans of the tribe. After a brief negotiation, the top three shamans were left to be responsible for the negotiations, and the rest of the organization clan members packed up the supplies that were not destroyed by the flames.
In the tent filled with the smell of earth, water and sweat, Gunger, Rogo and Starley, who didn't speak much, stood shoulder to shoulder. His eyes were unanimous to Elink, and he ignored the other three outsiders behind him.
"I am not good at making suggestions and cannot formulate detailed and complete rules. My requirements remain unchanged, and I do not strictly stipulate how much effort you must put in and what difficult tasks you must complete. All I want is sincere cooperation and not betray allies until the Immortal Empire is completely defeated. It is that simple. Can it be done?"
Through careful consideration, Rogo found a hidden hint in this passage, and the old shaman tightened the scepter of the identity symbol in his hand and said something that made the other two tribes look at each other.
"You mean...the orc alliance is limited to you?"
"It's the pillar, not me."
Link corrected it, but he did not deny it either.
Neham took a step forward with anger, but only this step was only this, and he remembered his mission. He represented the morning light, and the purpose was to monitor Link nearby to see if he would become a second Hicks. As for the anti-undead alliance, with the promotion of gods, believers in the material world have no right to say no.
"The discord and struggle between the camp and the gods will not end because of the covenant. The parties in the alliance only reach a consensus on the annihilation of Hicks and the immortal empire they created." Link never thought of resolving the contradictions, ideas, beliefs, and camps within the alliance. How could different races that are hostile to each other really let go of their prejudices? Being able to join is the limit. As for cooperation... the failed natural alliance is the best example.
Rather than force together, let them act independently and be effective.
It was reasonable, and the three orc shamans nodded at the same time. The son of nature was unexpectedly reasonable.
"Does it take a contract to be signed?" Rogo meant to ask if he needed to sign a written agreement. Although the orcs did not promote this, he still asked considering the other party's human origin.
"The contract is sacred but not omnipotent. It cannot stop betrayal. Whether the agreement is kept is not something you and I can control." Knowing that the orcs are used to verbal oaths, Link did not pay attention to the popular arrangements of human beings. No one could predict the changes in the situation. Even if the law of cause and effect is set, it will be distorted under the interference of the gods. What he wants to do is to persuade. Using interests as a temptation to encourage the orcs to actively join the army to attack the dead.
After looking at each other, the three shamans made a decision to decide on the survival of the race.
The Anti-Dead Alliance added another new member, which did not make Neham happy.
Leaving the tent, he grabbed Link's arm and said firmly: "I need to talk to you."
His eyes crossed the firm-looking Dawn Knight and faced Vera, and Link contacted him with consciousness.
[Don't come with him, I'll have a good talk with him in private.]
Walking away from the busy orc settlement one after another, you don't stop until you walk far enough.
His hands naturally hung beside him, and Link looked calm, and there was no sign of tension or worry. Compared to a few months ago, he became much more mature and steady. This time he did not deliberately pretend to be meaningless, but really had confidence. The contact with Kaogo allowed him to truly use the power belonging to the Pillars of Fire. What's more, Kaogo's magical skill is "present". With the recognition of the Pillars of Fire, the use of power is more handy than in the past.
The feeling of powerlessness and stagnation disappeared, and it was as if there was nothing in this world that could not be done. This feeling was too wonderful. No wonder the son of nature fell and rebelled from time to time.
Link calmed down his mind and turned his attention back to Neham, who was full of solemn face.
"You are a smart person, and you should know why Chenxi asked you to walk with me."
If it were before, Neham would have drawn his sword to face Link's arrogant tone and rhetoric. But now, he cannot and will not use force.
Putting aside the gap in identity and disagreement in personality, he is no longer a match for Link in terms of the position. If he first met, Link was just a different person who had just entered the master level and did not know how to use his own power. Now, standing in front of him is a priest who can use his power freely, a real son of nature.
Although he has a human appearance, his aura has long been separated from the definition of human beings and has become a completely non-human creature. Anyone with reason and insight will no longer regard Link as a "human". At this point, Link finally became the real son of nature, not a person with empty power. Two pillars have recognized Link and given the right to exercise power.
Unable to say the questions and questions that were constantly circulating in his mind, Neham shrugged his shoulders in a dismay, and let out a helpless and bitter smile.
"I hate you."
I thought I would hear questions about the orcs joining the alliance, but I didn't expect that what Neham said finally was like this. Link was silent, and then he pulled the corner of his mouth and showed a nearly identical expression.
"I know that my personality is not likable. Utopia is too idealistic, stubborn, cowardly, and even a little indecisive. The only thing that can be proud is probably the most criticized, without desire."
"I hate you not because our personality is completely opposite, but because of your situation and what you do." With a long sigh, Neham didn't know why he said this to Link. As soon as he opened his mouth, he couldn't stop and simply said it all in one go.
"It's not just me, but most people who hate you are the most direct and fundamental. You have gained the power that countless people can't do in their entire lives without hard work. You must know that the humans in this world are so weak that they are only stronger than beasts. Only the aristocrats who are unwilling to be aggressive and the fools who are ignorant of being smarter than orcs and have the most territory. Human beings have long lost the power to create empires and call themselves gods, and the silver age belonging to human beings has long passed."
Due to his personality, Neham's words have always been concise, not only for Link, but also for others. He always speaks less and expresses it in action. Therefore, his actions were much beyond Link's expectations. Before he could think of the answer, Neham continued.
"Even I, who abide by the teachings of morning light, will inevitably develop injustice and resentment, let alone those who are not strong-minded."
"you……"
"Surprised why I said this?" Neham turned his gaze away and moved to the huge fireball that gradually illuminated the sky. It was his faith, the manifestation of the power of the light and justice in the material world. "Since you have taken this position, you must assume the obligation to match your strength, whether you want it or not. Otherwise, you will only fall or die like many of your exes."
Link's mouth twitched slightly, do you need to remind you?
"Do you regret it? Have you ever resented it? Why do you suffer such treatment from the injustice of fate?" The sunlight in the morning turned from fading, gradually dazzling, becoming impossible to look directly, and Neham narrowed his eyes. But this time, his question did not shock Link anymore.
What is the use of regret and resentment? Can it change the facts of the fait?
"Living in another world is my dream. Zhu realized my wish, a fair deal, nothing to be angry or unwilling to accept. Similarly, I told Doyle and Vera, and Lorelai. The final choice was me, and I chose this way. You can answer Francesca like this, and I answered Chenxi, and I have no interest in the deity." (To be continued...)
Chapter completed!