The 'vast land' tilted its head, still with a questioning look.
"I really can't understand why His Majesty the Emperor would give such an order. After all, the Earth is the mother of all life."
"Yes. I am sure Your Majesty the Emperor knows that all tribes hold the land of the Earth God sacred."
For a moment, silence flowed in the office, and 'the vast land' and 'the splendid sunset' were each lost in deep thought.
In particular, 'Splendid Sunset' was complicated in my mind. As the 'vast earth' says, the earth is the mother of all life.
And like all life, we are part of the earth, but we can never own the earth.
'Can we, who are part of the land, trade the land?'
No matter how much the genius 'Splendid Sunset' thought about it, he couldn't answer that question. However, His Majesty the Emperor is the Son of God sent by the Creator for us.
Although I couldn't understand it with my shallow knowledge, I thought that His Majesty the Emperor must have had his own reasons for giving this order.
'Splendid Sunset' nodded once and slowly opened her mouth.
"Chief! We have not yet met with the Cherokee people. When His Majesty the Emperor, the Son of God, returns, our questions will be answered in a satisfying manner."
"That's true."
"I think the first thing we should do is to carry out the work that His Majesty the Emperor has instructed us to do."
"I understand what you are saying. I will investigate their lands as much as possible and report back before the Cherokee delegation arrives."
"Yes. And by now, the Cherokee delegation must have entered our land. I would like you to find out how many people there are in the Cherokee delegation and who came."
'The Vast Land' hesitated for a moment and then spoke honestly.
"It seems like it would be difficult with the current capabilities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and I think we would need help from the Intelligence and Inspection Service."
"Are you saying that you need my permission to get help from the Intelligence Service?"
"yes."
"Okay, I'll tell the Intelligence Service separately."
"thank you."
As the 'Wide Land' hurriedly retreated, 'Splendid Sunset', who was left alone in the office, let out a short sigh, perhaps feeling a little burdened by the meeting with the Cherokee tribe delegation.
"I hope His Majesty the Emperor arrives on time…."
* * *
Tutelo tribe village, upper reaches of Death River (Roanoke River). Just as when we visited this village, when we left, the Tutello tribe members all came out to see us off.
"It was a nice meeting. I hope you will visit us often in the future."
"Yes, if I ever come to this area, I will definitely visit the Tutello tribe."
"Take care. I hope to see you next time at the 'Sun in the Sky'."
"I don't think the delegates will be too opposed to trade with the Tutello tribe. I think we'll hear some good news soon."
"Hahaha! Then we should be grateful. Please pay more attention to His Majesty the Emperor."
"All right."
Although we only stayed in the Tutello tribe village for a day, I and 'Following the Past' said our final goodbyes as if we were old friends.
And just then, the 'brave wolf' approached, having gathered all the gifts the Tutello tribe had given him.
"Your Majesty the Emperor! I am ready to go back."
"okay."
After a while, as we slowly moved away from the Tutello tribe village, the 'brave wolf' who had been walking next to me finally opened his mouth to tell me what was on his mind.
"I understand what the Tutello tribe wants, but this seems like too much for a gift."
"That's true. It's burdensome to me too."
I turned my head and stared at the guardsmen and mid-level warriors carrying baskets so large that they were difficult to move.
At that moment, the 'fast deer' suddenly jumped forward, as if he had overheard our conversation from behind.
"Brave wolf! You must not ignore the kindness of the Tutello tribe. And the more gifts, the better, right?"
"It's because it's a gift with obvious intentions rather than sincerity."
"I know. Why are you making it so complicated? A gift is just a gift. Just think of it as something nice."
In some ways, the 'fast-moving deer' may seem wiser. But that thought didn't last long.
"I'm sure His Majesty the Emperor will solve the Tutello tribe problem anyway."
One hit and it was done. Is that something the head of the Intelligence Service should say? Sensing my stinging gaze, the 'fast-footed deer' quickly retreated with a painful squeak.
"But the basket is heavy."
"...."
Should I say that he is a person who is not hateful? The quick-witted actions of the 'fast-footed deer' just made me laugh.
'I need to properly arm myself mentally when I have time later.'
* * *
Forest area southwest of 'Sun of the Sky'. Chief Last Breath, leading a force of fifty Cherokee men, was just entering the territory of the Sun in the Sky.
And behind them, under the strict watch of Cherokee warriors, followed about thirty slaves from a savage tribe with their hands tied with ropes.
"Don't look away!"
"You are still our slaves!"
"It's better not to even dream of running away."
"Get your head down there!"
The savage slave quickly lowered his head with a terrified expression as he was pointed out by the Cherokee warrior. One of the Cherokee warriors who had been watching the scene expressed a small complaint to 'Last Breath'.
"You brought slaves from the barbarian tribe as a visiting gift to the 'Sun of the Sky' side, but was it really necessary to include them in the visiting group? It's really annoying how they follow you around while you move."
'Last Breath' also secretly agreed with the great warrior's opinion, but he did not show it on the outside and calmly explained the reason.
"It doesn't really matter if you don't bring a slave. You can send a slave later after the negotiations are over. However, it's best to give a gift in front of the person receiving it. And a gift is something that gives you an advantage in negotiations."
"I see what you mean. I guess I'll have to keep carrying around those dangling things for a while, right?"
"Okay. So, I need you to understand."
"all right."
As the Cherokee warrior withdrew with a look of disapproval on his face, 'Last Breath' clicked his tongue inwardly.
'Tsk tsk! You're so arrogant for using so much force when you're so young.'
Although he was secretly getting angry because he was also human, he continued to take deep breaths to regain his composure as the chieftain.
* * *
The Cherokee delegation traveled along the well-trodden path, evoking exclamations of admiration and exclamations.
"Did you pave the way for stones?"
"It looks like there are stones, and it looks like there are stones made of pottery."
"The road is flat so it's very easy to move."
At that moment, from a distance, about twenty fully armed men slowly approached the Cherokee delegation.
"It seems like they are the sun warriors of the sky who will guide us."
'Last Breath' once again brought the attention of the three great warriors and warriors.
"This is not our tribal land, so everyone should be especially careful about their actions."
"Understood, Chief!"
Despite the warriors' powerful answers, 'Last Breath' looked at 'Giant Fist' who was crossing his arms with a serious expression.
'I just hope it passes quietly without any accidents.'
'Last Breath' was needlessly anxious that the 'Giant Fist' would quarrel with the warriors of 'The Sun in the Sky' over something trivial.
Just then, the leader of the warriors of the 'Sun of the Sky' approached and spoke politely and somewhat awkwardly in Cherokee.
"Are you Cherokee people?"
"Yes, I am the Cherokee Chief 'Last Breath.'"
"Hello. I am 'Sharp Sword', holding the title of White General in 'The Sun in the Sky'."
Although they were speaking politely to each other, 'Last Breath' barely heard 'Sharp Knife's' words. His gaze was completely focused on the weapons and clothing of the warriors of the 'Sun of the Sky'.
'What are those shiny clothes?'
'All the weapons are sharp.'
'What on earth is it made of?'
It wasn't just 'Last Breath'. All the Cherokee people looked in wonder at the armor and weapons of the 'Sun in the Sky' warriors.
On the contrary, the warriors of the 'Sun of the Sky' were moving quickly according to the instructions of the 'Sharp Sword' without paying attention to their gaze.
"You guys on the left, you guys on the right. We will do our best to keep our guests safe."
"Understood, Mr. White!"
After finishing his instructions, 'Sharp Knife' turned his head and spoke to 'Last Breath'.
"On behalf of the sun of heaven, I would like to sincerely welcome you. From now on, we will guide you. Before that, there are a few things we need to investigate. Please cooperate."
"I see. I don't know what kind of investigation it is, but I would like it to be over as quickly as possible."
"yes."
As the chief representing the Cherokee tribe, he naturally spoke of 'Last Breath'. 'Sharp Knife' also didn't have any particular aversion to the lower part of 'Last Breath'.
"Check the number of guests and their names."
"Yes, Mr. White!"
The 'Sun of the Sky' warriors began to run among the Cherokee people, investigating. After a while, when the Cherokee people had finished their investigation, 'Sharp Knife' pointed to the people behind him and asked,
"Who are they?"
"These are the slaves our tribe brought as gifts for the 'Sun in the Sky.' They are all from barbarian tribes."
At the mention of the savage tribe, the eyes of 'Sharp Sword' twitched for a moment.
"Savage tribes… Are you aware that among the tribes currently belonging to the 'Sun of the Sky', there are also people from the savage tribes?"
'Last Breath' nodded with a calm expression.
"That's why you brought those slaves."
"So, are you going to let them go here?"
"That seems difficult. You call it a visitation gift, but we must negotiate with the Sun in the Sky to safely retrieve the captured tribesmen. That does not mean that we will not release the slaves. When we meet the chieftain, whom you call the Emperor, then we intend to release the slaves."
'Sharp Knife' recalled the instructions he had received from his superiors before being assigned to greet the Cherokee people.
'I hope that, if possible, they will do as the Cherokee people wish.'
'Sharp Knife' said no more about the savage slaves, in case he had to come up with an issue about it later.
"Okay, then let's get moving right away."
'Last Breath' smiled in victory as he watched 'Sharp Knife' take a step back.
"Please take care of me."
"yes."
After saying that, Sharp Knife turned around and soon found himself at the head of the Cherokee tribe. Just as I was about to give the order to depart, a loud noise was heard from the right.
"I just wanted to touch the window, why are you being so picky? The window doesn't even wear out. Just give it to me."
"My weapon. I can't give it to someone else."
"You're talking strangely. What on earth are you talking about?"
"Seat. Go back."
"You treat your guests like nothing else. Do you know who I am? I am the Cherokee warrior with the giant fist."
'Sharp Sword' walked towards the 'Giant Fist' with a stern expression as he almost caused a commotion.