After Aikulu said this, the atmosphere in the hall became tense.
Zhang Yu didn't seem to care, "Then what right do you have to do this?"
Aikulu stared at him and said, "I know there are many people in Dongting, but we also have many priests. As a descendant of God, I think you understand that this isn't something that mortals can deal with with with numbers."
Zhang Yu looked at him and said, "From the number of people in your Strong Claw tribe, you have about a hundred priests, no more." He pointed at Zanuitsa, "This tribesman of yours has been to Auspicious Light, so he should know that in the Protectorate of Dongting, this number is really nothing."
Zanuitsa tried to understand the strength of the Protectorate, such as the "Army of God", or "Xuanfu".
He didn't know the conflict between the two, but in his opinion, the Protectorate undoubtedly had powerful gods and numerous priests. It was also because of this that the Strong Claw tribe didn't do anything to Zhan Zhitong and the others, only imprisoning them.
Priest Carmo looked at Aikulu and stood up, "We still have the great 'Toloti'."
Zhang Yu said calmly, "Our Tianxia has suppressed and killed many gods, so many that it's hard to count. 'Toloti' is also nothing special."
When the people of the Strong Claw tribe heard this, their expressions changed. At this moment, everyone present felt a terrifying aura suddenly shrouding them. At this moment, it was as if an existence that mortals couldn't touch was looking at them.
When this aura shrouded them, the people of the Strong Claw tribe who were on guard outside also felt it. They all knelt down and kowtowed in different directions, constantly shouting 'Toloti'.
However, Zhang Yu remained unmoved. This god's altar had just been built, and the real altar should still be in the forest. If not for the fact that the tribe was in danger of being wiped out, the god would not waste his energy to come looking for him.
The terrifying aura that could be felt now was actually directly projected on one's mind. If it was maintained for a long time, it could indeed affect a person's mind, and then make them crazy or fearful.
In fact, this kind of ability was not weak, but for someone like him who had the heart to defend, this kind of threat was almost like a gentle breeze.
And through this contact, he also found out an important piece of information.
The current Toloti was no longer the "Toloti" from before.
Three years ago, the Trotti he had sensed was dull, conservative, suspicious, and powerful, like an old lion that was hibernating. But now, the feeling he gave him was cunning, patient, bloodthirsty, and patient, like an alpha wolf in the prime of his life who still maintained his aggressiveness but was also unusually cautious.
There was no doubt that this god had changed.
The Hard Claw tribe and the god they worshipped were not in the usual way that gods ruled over everything, but more of a cooperative coexistence.
The gods protected them and helped the tribe resist the forces from the upper echelons. The Hard Claw tribe provided them with enough sacrifices to strengthen their power.
But if the tribe and the gods did not agree, then it was very likely that some kind of change would occur.
In fact, as long as the priests were controlled well, it was very easy for the chief to change gods. This kind of change was not to find another god to replace them, but to forcefully change their temperament and original nature while ensuring their fundamental power.
This could be done willingly by the gods, or forcefully by the priests. Although this would cause a loss of the gods' power, in the long run, it was beneficial to the tribe's development. This was because the changed god would be able to align with the new leader's wishes to the greatest extent.
Wu Shijiao was also shocked when the god's aura arrived, but fortunately, nothing happened afterward, so he secretly sighed in relief.
In comparison, An Chuer, Yu Mingyang, and the others seemed to be unaffected. This was because Zhang Yu had told them in school that as long as the gods did not walk in front of them, as long as they did not waver, they would not be able to destroy them.
Aikulu said with a cold expression, "Divine descendant of Tianxia, you're belittling our gods. This makes me very unhappy."
Zhang Yu sat there with his back straight. "Whether you're happy or not, whether you're a human or a god, if you want to talk to our Tianxia, then you must respect our Tianxia's rules. If you're willing to accept, then we can continue the discussion. If you're unwilling, then leave. It's that simple. "
When he said this, he spoke entirely in Tianxia language.
Aikulu glanced at Zanuitsa, who hurriedly translated these words.
Wu Shijiao broke out in cold sweat as he listened. He barely managed to maintain his composure, but his pen did not stop recording, afraid that the slightest disagreement would lead to a falling out. However, he believed that Zhang Yu was familiar with the other party, so this should be some kind of strategy.
But this time, Zhang Yu definitely wasn't deliberately acting tough. He truly believed this. When dealing with such a tribe, one could not take a single step back, nor could one show any signs of weakness.
Don't think that just because you backed down, the other party would stop. If the Hard Claw tribe found out that they could get more by showing off their strength, they would continue to probe and ask for more things until you had no way to back down.
Rather than that, it was better to not take a single step back from the start.
When dealing with such an opponent, one could not apply one's understanding and logic to the other party. Instead, one should treat the other party as a wild beast that believed in the law of the jungle.
In their eyes, if one was strong, then one could make those weaker bow their heads, and their words would be more reasonable.
Just like the remnants of the Blood Sun Empire just now, they had no right to interfere because they were weaker.
Aikulu said with a serious expression, "Then what are the rules of Tianxia? I want to hear them."
In his understanding, the people of Dongting were the inhabitants of this land, and Tianxia was the place where the gods of Dongting lived. Thus, when he heard that these were the rules of Tianxia, he became abnormally Solemn. This was because it represented the attitude of the gods, and it was a will that came directly from the upper echelons.
Zhang Yu said, "The protectorate can give you food and tea, but you have to use your own strength to exchange for them. For example, if we were to fight against the remnants of the Blood Sun Empire in the north, we might use food to exchange for your priests and tribesmen to work for us. For example, if you clean up the spiritual creatures in the wasteland, then you can use the corpses to exchange for cloth and porcelain. In short, we will give you the same amount of things you contribute."
When Aikulu heard this, there seemed to be a burst of anger in his chest, but he seemed to have thought of something. He clenched his fists and suppressed it. He said in a low voice, "Descendants of Tianxia, I have heard your conditions, and we need to consider them."
Zhang Yu nodded and said, "Please make a decision quickly, we don't have much time to waste here." He stood up, turned around and said, "Actually, I have always thought that talking to you with steel and cannons is much easier than using words."
After saying this, he walked out directly. Su Zhu and his two disciples immediately followed. An Chu 'er, Yu Mingyang, and the others also followed without hesitation.
Teacher Wu was shocked. Did the negotiation break down? At this time, he didn't dare to ask anymore and quickly walked out with the people from the school.
When Aikulu saw Zhang Yu and the others walk out of the hut, he wasn't as angry as he imagined. Instead, he looked very calm. He placed his elbows on the wooden pillars and crossed his fingers, covering half of his face as he stared outside.
At this time, the priests on both sides didn't dare to speak.
After a while, Aikulu suddenly said, "Priest Gamo, do you know the 'Antu' people?"
Priest Kamo thought and said, "Great Chieftain, I have heard of them. They seem to be a large tribe under the Sacred Mountain."
Aikulu's gaze shifted to Zanuitsa, who immediately stood up and said, "Priest Kamo, many of the Dongting people are Antu. The current king of the Dongting people is the descendant of an Antu woman and an Antu man. He has endless wealth and a huge army, and has the support of their god."
Aikulu said, "Did you hear that? Actually, we can also become as strong as the Antu people now. It is not impossible for us to become the ruler of the Dongting people."
Priest Kamo said, "Great Chieftain, then what should we do?"
Aikulu said, "Zanuitsa told me that the king of the Dongting people has an older sister. If the king of the Dongting people is willing to marry her to me, then I will agree to all the conditions of the Tianxia god."
As for why he did not mention this condition before, it was because he wanted to use force to make his opponent submit.
It was like a wild beast barging into another wild beast's territory and showing its claws and fangs to intimidate the opponent, trying to drive the opponent away or just bite off a piece of flesh.
However, he realized that he could not use this to intimidate his opponent. He also felt that the price of starting a war was too high, so he could only settle for the next best thing.
Of course, this was only a compromise in his eyes.
Priest Kamo said, "This is a good idea. If it succeeds, then the Great Chieftain will become a member of the royal family of the Dongting people. You might even be able to inherit the throne of the Dongting people. However … will the king of the Dongting people be willing?"
Aikulu grinned and said, "It's just a woman. I can help the king of the Dongting people fight, I can help him guard his territory, and I can help him consolidate his power. I think he will be willing."
The priests present all nodded. In the Tough Claw tribe, women were indeed just goods under most circumstances. They naturally thought that it was the same in other places.
In fact, Zanuitsa could feel that this was not the case in the Protectorate. Women seemed to have a very high status, but he was limited by his knowledge and could not say why.
Seeing that no one objected, Aikulu heavily punched the wooden stake in front of him and said, "Then, go and call that Tianxia god's descendant back. I can show him some respect. Maybe I will need the support of their god if I want to become the king of the Dongting people in the future."
The priests present all smiled in relief.
However, at this moment, everyone suddenly felt that something was wrong. They looked around and soon noticed that the ground seemed to be shaking. Even the teacups on the wooden stake were faintly shaking.
Everyone was bewildered.
"Earthquake?"
Outside the hut, a barbarian warrior ran in in a panic. He lay on the ground and pointed outside, shouting something.
Aikulu's expression suddenly became serious. He stood up and quickly walked out of the hut.
From his line of sight, on the plains where the rain clouds had dispersed and the light was beginning to shine, a huge military formation appeared there. Its two wings were spread outwards, and it was impossible to see the end of it with a single glance. Banners that covered the sky and covered the sun were rolling over like waves!
…
…
You've already exceeded your reading limit for today. If you want to read more, please log in.
Login
Select text and click 'Report' to let us know about any bad translation.
