It wasn't random for nothing. As time passed, as usual, one of my traits blossomed without my permission.
Tiring!
[Congratulations! The trait 'Battlefield Command' has been unlocked.]
Battlefield command? Of course, one cannot help but be curious about that ability.
'Status Window!'
As I shouted those words in my mind, a transparent ability window popped up before my eyes.
[Lv 55. Lee Cheon-il]
[Affiliation: Sky Sun, Emperor, Great Warrior]
[Trait (7/8): Map, Cartography, Mind's Eye, Magician of Language, Teleportation, Healing, Battlefield Command]
[Ability]
Strength: 44
Agility: 44
Stamina: 44
Wisdom: 62
Command: 45
[Remaining points: 2]
[Beginner combat skills]
– Archery (20/20), Blunt Skills (19/20), Throwing Skills (19/20), Fencing Skills (18/20), Survival Skills (16/20), Shield Skills (17/20)
[Intermediate Combat Skill]
– Martial Arts (14/20), Spear Arts (6/20)
[Beginner Non-Combat Skills]
– Weapon Crafting (20/20), Architecture (17/20), Military Strategy (18/20), Farming (15/20), Stonecraft (13/20), Crafting (20/20), Herbalism (15/20), Mining (16/20), Pottery (17/20), Animal Science (13/20), Cooking (10/20), Shipbuilding (15/20), Military Science (13/20), Mathematics (8/20), Administration (14/20), Law (9/20), Chemistry (5/20), Animal Husbandry (7/20), Medicine (4/20).
[Intermediate Non-Combat Skills]
-Metal Smelting Technology (10/20)
[Advanced Non-Combat Skills]
-Lenapair (20/20)
I clicked on the word 'Battlefield Command' while pretending to stroke the head naturally, conscious of the 'honest bear' escorting me from a close range.
[Battlefield Command (Growth Type) – The attack power, defense power, and mobility of the troops you command are doubled.]
Overall combat power doubled. There was further explanation after that.
[Leadership 1 - 100 Warriors]
[Skill Effect Duration - 24 hours]
[Skill Cooldown - 15 days]
The duration is one day, and the cooldown is once every two weeks… . For a trait specialized in combat, it wasn't bad.
Moreover, it was linked to leadership. My current command is 45 with +1 to random ability. It was possible to arm exactly 4,500 warriors with twice the fighting power.
And as the leadership ability level goes up, the number of warriors who will receive my buffs also increases.
'…hmm!'
But, personally, I couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. Since the internal affairs were urgent, there was a desire to see the characteristics related to administration and construction blossom.
'I can't help it.'
I decided to check the 'Celestial Library' later when I was alone, so I closed the status window right then and there. Just then, the negotiations between the two tribes came to an end, and the Iri tribe's great warrior approached with a slightly excited expression.
Judging by the atmosphere, it seemed like the negotiations had ended with a good result.
"Your Majesty the Emperor! Our great chief is looking for you."
The title has changed. I nodded and followed the Iri Tribe's warrior to the negotiation table.
* * *
The atmosphere at the negotiating table was completely different from when I left and when I entered. The Iroquois chiefs, who had signed an unwanted truce on the brink of conquering the Irie tribe, all had shit-eating expressions on their faces.
On the contrary, the 'Red Fruit' and Iri tribesmen listened to me with relieved expressions, as if they were very relieved that the tribe had escaped a major crisis.
"… The two tribes will no longer be at war, but will live in peace. On behalf of the 'Sun in the Sky,' I once again thank the great chiefs who are here as mediators."
"...."
As soon as I finished speaking, the two tribes immediately signed an agreement on two pieces of leather paper. And as proof, each of them took a family paper.
'Is it over?'
It must have been very burdensome for the Iroquois confederation to fight against our 'Sun in the Sky', an ally of the Irie tribe.
In any case, the peace treaty with the Iroquois confederacy was not broken, and both the cause and the practical benefits were secured.
This may not seem like much, but it will help you unite other tribes without going to war later on. Moreover, he left the Iri tribe with a huge debt.
'… I have a lot to gain.'
After a while, the Rising Flames and the Iroquois chiefs stood up first, looking uncomfortable.
"… I am very glad that the misunderstanding between the two tribes has been resolved. I would appreciate it if you could visit our Iroquois village next time."
"Yes, if you give me a formal invitation, I will come and visit you."
I say this with a smile and politeness, but the Rising Flames and the Iroquois chieftains must be secretly resenting me for spoiling their already-cooked meal.
'Either way, or not.'
I shamelessly pretended not to know anything and escorted the Iroquois chiefs out of the negotiation hall. Just then, the 'Eagle's Talon' approached, as the Iroquois warrior confederation was ready to leave.
"…ready to go."
'Rising Flames' exchanged glances with the other chieftains and then gave instructions to 'Eagle's Claws'.
"… Go back to the tribe right away."
"…All right."
'Eagle's Claw' answered vigorously, glanced at me with a friendly look, and turned around. After looking into his ability window with my heart, I couldn't help but feel very disappointed.
'He is too valuable to be in the Iroquois confederacy.'
I knew him very well through the Intelligence Service. Had it not been for the outstanding performance of the 'Eagle's Talon', the Iroquois Confederacy would have been at a great disadvantage in the war against the Erie tribe, which was supported by the Wyandotte (Huron) tribe.
As I was admiring the sight for a moment, the Iroquois warrior confederation disappeared from my sight in the distance.
The Shawnee and Iri warriors, who had been on their guard in case of an emergency, finally relaxed their tension and began to converse lightly.
"…He finally went."
"…With our eyes wide open, there is no way the Iroquois confederacy would cause trouble?"
"but."
At that time, the 'Red Fruit' and the warriors of the Iri tribe approached me and expressed their gratitude repeatedly, to the point where I felt burdened, as if they had received a great favor.
"… If it weren't for Your Majesty the Emperor, the Iroquois Confederacy would not have backed down so easily. Thank you for your efforts on behalf of our Iri tribe."
"…I will fulfill my duty as a member of the tribe of the 'Sun of the Sky'."
I couldn't stay still because of their gratitude. He promised to spare no support to make the Iri tribe a definite member of the 'Sun of the Sky'.
"… It will take time to return to the way things were before. The sun in our sky will do its best to support the Iri tribe until they can return to peaceful days."
'Red Fruit' bowed its head deeply, once again expressing gratitude with a look of emotion in its eyes, as if its decision was not wrong.
* * *
After leaving the makeshift shack, I wandered around looking for a quiet place. The Iri tribe warriors were busy clearing the battlefield late into the night.
Of course, our warriors did not stay still, but helped the Iri tribe warriors with a helping hand.
"It looks like stars are falling."
The night sky over the plains was so beautiful. After finding a suitable place to take a moment to admire the view, I checked my surroundings through the map window.
'Fortunately, there's no one there.'
Having already thought about what skills I would learn in the makeshift hut, I went straight to the Celestial Library. There were numerous books on the bookshelf.
Is it because the level went up? There are more skills you can learn now than before. Considering the time limit, I walked around the Celestial Library as if I was going through a room.
And without hesitation, I chose three skills. A while later, upon returning from the 'Celestial Library', I checked the changed status window.
All the skills I chose are intermediate skills. One combat skill, two non-combat skills.
[Intermediate Combat Skill] – Archery (0/20)
[Intermediate Non-Combat Skills] – Weapon Crafting (0/20), Crafting Technique (0/20)
I decided that it was better to increase skill proficiency than to learn new skills.
"You made a good decision."
I walked towards the makeshift hut without any hesitation.
* * *
Three days passed quickly as I cleared the battlefield with the Iri tribe.
"… There has been no significant movement as of yet. It is said that the Iroquois warriors stationed in the village of Iri are also gradually withdrawing from the village."
I gave instructions with caution based on the report from the head of the Intelligence and Inspection Department, the 'fast-footed deer'.
"…keep an eye on the Iroquois confederacy, as they may retreat under false pretenses."
"Understood, Your Majesty the Emperor!"
Finally, all the reports are finished. He turned his head and spoke to the 'brave wolf'.
"I think we'd better leave right away."
"I will leave two hundred Shawnee warriors here just in case."
When helping, it's better to help passionately.
"Do that."
"Then, after consulting with the chiefs of the Shawnee tribe, we will prepare to leave immediately."
After a while, the 'Red Fruit' and the warriors of the Iri tribe came to see us off. After a brief conversation with them, I walked towards the warriors waiting for me.
"… It seems like it will take quite some time for the tribe to settle down. I think we will have to postpone the wedding until next spring."
'Red Fruit' explained the circumstances of the tribe and asked for understanding.
"Of course. Above all, stability is the priority. We will prepare everything for the wedding, so please do not feel burdened."
"Thank you for understanding."
'Red Berry' awkwardly looked at 'Honest Bear' behind me and gave a slight nod.
"Hehehe! Don't worry. I can wait for as long as I want."
"...."
When I saw the 'honest bear' smiling brightly and stuttering, I felt a sudden sense of frustration.
'…I told you to just smile.'
But, contrary to my worries, the 'Red Berry' responded to the 'Honest Bear' with a bright smile.
"I won't keep you waiting long."
The atmosphere between the two was sweeter than I expected. Of course, you can see that they are being careful with each other, but I actually like seeing that.
'Oh my! How long has it been since we last met?'
After a while, I and my warriors began to move towards the Shawnee territory, leaving the Iri warriors behind. At that moment, 'Heavy Snowstorm', who was in the lead with me, approached and asked cautiously.
"Your Majesty the Emperor! Where shall we go from here?"
Since I was already out there, I thought it wouldn't be a bad idea to take this opportunity to patrol the entire territory.
"First, the Shawnee tribe."
"Understood, Your Majesty the Emperor!"
* * *
The capital of the 'Sun of the Sky', a 'very big' city. In the reception room set up in the convention hall, Mohegan tribesmen were waiting for someone.
"…Every time I visit this town, it changes every day."
"That's right. There are a lot of newly built buildings. Why are there so many things I've never seen before?"
"It feels like a completely different world here. Just look at this magnificent building."
The 'Blue Leaf' and the Mohegan tribesmen were talking, exclaiming in awe at the grandeur of the 'very large' city. At that moment, the door to the reception room opened and the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 'Wide Earth,' came in with a young woman.
"I don't know if I've kept you waiting long enough. It's nice to meet you. I am 'Splendid Sunset', leading the 'Sun of the Sky' on behalf of His Majesty the Emperor."
"...."
'Blue Leaf' and the Mohegans just blinked, looking terribly confused.
"I heard a brief explanation from the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You want to join the 'Sun of the Sky' Federation?"
"Oh, yes."
Still out of his mind, he answered with a bewildered expression like 'Blue Leaf'. 'Splendid Sunset', who had been sitting comfortably in her seat, smiled and said.
"First, I would like to hear what the Mohegan tribe brought as a condition for joining the 'Sun of the Sky' alliance."