Chapter 327: The Great Chieftain’s Trial
The night of celebration had barely ended when Lyan began to contemplate his next move. The momentum from his recent victory and acceptance as chief could not be wasted. He gathered his companions early the next morning, the fire from the previous night’s bonfire still smoldering in the background.
"Lara, Tara, I need to know more about the other tribes," Lyan said, his voice calm but commanding. "Tell me about their strengths, their weaknesses, and their leaders."
Lara and Tara exchanged a glance before nodding. "Many tribes in mountains," Lara began, her voice soft but clear. "They raid each other often. No peace among them."
Tara continued, "Some strong, some weak. All fight for resources. They respect strength, but they also stubborn."
Lyan considered their words carefully. The mountain tribes were fragmented, constantly fighting each other for dominance and resources. If he could unite them under his leadership, not only would it bring stability to the region, but it would also strengthen his position and protect Grafen.
"We need to strike while the iron is hot," Lyan said, his eyes gleaming with determination. "We’ll begin raiding the other tribes, bringing them under our control. Once we have enough tribes united, we’ll hold a gathering to formally merge them."
His companions nodded, their expressions serious. The plan was risky, but it was the best way to secure their future.
Over the next few weeks, Lyan led his forces on a series of raids against the other mountain tribes. The battles were fierce, but Lyan’s strategic mind and his companions’ skills proved to be more than a match for the fragmented tribes. Each victory brought new warriors, resources, and territories under their control.
Lyan stood at the forefront of each battle, his magic glaive gleaming in the sunlight as he cut through the enemy ranks. His presence was a beacon of strength and leadership, inspiring his allies and intimidating his enemies. As they conquered tribe after tribe, the once-disparate groups began to see the benefits of unification.
During the downtime between battles, Lyan’s analytical mind was constantly at work, assessing their progress and planning the next move. His perverted side, however, often surfaced during these moments, his eyes wandering to the female warriors who fought alongside him. He tried to hide his interest, but he wasn’t as subtle as he thought.
Lara and Tara, always observant, would often catch him staring. They found his attempts to conceal his desires amusing and endearing, occasionally teasing him about it in private.