Elina entered the scene with Kazuma in her arms, and even though they were outside, their heightened senses allowed them to overhear Galan's conversation with Shield.
When Kazuma heard Shield express his willingness to pay, he saw an opportunity he couldn't let slip away.
Kazuma looked earnestly at Galan, hoping to convey the gravity of the situation. "Imagine a scenario where the humans conquer the orc nation, which lies right next to us," he said. "Their hunger for power and resources knows no bounds. Once they realize the potential of our magical farm and the unlimited crops it can produce, they won't hesitate to march upon our village, seeking to claim it as their own."
Elina chimed in, her expression serious. "Kazuma is right, Galan. We must not underestimate the greed and ambition of the humans. Their history is riddled with tales of conquest and domination. If they were to gain access to our magical farm, they would not rest until they control every aspect of it, and that includes our village."
Galan listened intently, realizing the truth in their words. His responsibility as the leader weighed heavily on him, and the safety of his people was paramount. While he didn't want to involve the elf village in the orc-human conflict, he also knew that turning a blind eye to the potential dangers could be equally detrimental.
"You make valid points," Galan admitted, his expression thoughtful. "I see the merit in securing an alliance with the orcs to safeguard our village. But we must proceed cautiously and not draw unnecessary attention to ourselves. The orcs already respect our magical farm, and we must ensure that its existence remains a well-kept secret."
Galan then turned to Shield, the orc champion, and laid out the conditions for their cooperation:
"1st: The transportation of the crops from Elf village to Orc nation will be our responsibility.
2nd: You are to keep it a secret about the magical crops and where you found them, as well as who the producers are.
3rd: In exchange for the crops, we do not want silver or gold, but Elemental Iron that is only found in the Orc Nation."
After hearing Galan's conditions, Shield nodded thoughtfully. "Those are fair terms," he replied, his deep voice carrying a hint of respect. "I accept them on behalf of the orc nation. If we could sign the contract now and take some crops with us, it would be perfect."
Galan extended his hand, and Shield firmly shook it in agreement. The contract had been formed, and both parties had agreed to the terms. As the pact settled between elf and orc, a magical aura surrounded them, symbolizing the binding agreement.
[Law Of The Worlds
"The contract has been formed, and both parties have agreed to all conditions. Should either party break the contract, they shall face appropriate punishment."]
As Galan and Shield concluded their agreement, Kazuma couldn't help but be curious about the third condition. He turned to Elina and asked, "What's the deal with this Elemental Iron? Wouldn't it be easier to just ask for gold or silver? After all, that's money, right?"
Elina smiled and explained, "You see, Kazuma, gold and silver may be valuable, but they can be found in many places. Elemental Iron, on the other hand, is a unique and rare resource that is exclusive to the orc nation. It's what helped the orcs establish their strong presence as a nation. The specialty of Elemental Iron lies in its ability to bond with its user. If a warrior or mage possesses an affinity for fire, for example, a weapon made of Elemental Iron would emit fire element when used. The same goes for water, rock, light, and dark elements. It's like a dream weapon for any skilled warrior or mage."
Kazuma's eyes widened with fascination. The idea of such specialized and powerful weapons intrigued him. It seemed that Elemental Iron was not just any ordinary metal but a resource with immense potential. He nodded, understanding the significance of this unique material.