Chapter 350
She leaned forward, her gaze unwavering. "It’s simple, the dead priest’s job was very underwhelming and undeserving. What is needed from your Majesty is to open your kingdom to Björn’s priests, allow them to establish temples and strengthen the faith among your people. In return, we will train your soldiers to embrace a strength that surpasses any mortal’s—and, if you so desire, we will stand with you against Osita. Together, we can create a power that will be remembered across ages."
If this had been earlier, Nwadiebube might have agreed. But now, having realized he may have incurred the wrath of the god of nature, he was wary of allying with someone who opposed that god.
Ezinne had just proposed a temporary solution for the situation, though it was still uncertain if it would work. But at the moment, Nwadiebube needed every advantage he could get.
In truth, while he’d made the priest’s death seem significant, it didn’t truly matter to him once he understood the trouble he was in.
He needed to gain the apelings’ favor, and this gave him an idea—a plan he would need to set in motion as soon as this conversation with Yuki ended.
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Nwadiebube met Yuki’s gaze with a calculating stare, hiding the uncertainty gnawing at him. Her offer was alluring—a chance to wield a power strong enough to turn the tides against Osita, perhaps even against the godlings themselves. But after Ezinne’s warning about the god of nature’s wrath, he knew he had to tread carefully.
"Your ambitions are clear, Yuki," he said finally, his voice calm but guarded. "Björn’s influence and strength are tempting, yet I must consider my kingdom’s standing with the godlings. They are a force neither of us can ignore, and their favor can be as powerful as their wrath."
Yuki’s smile faltered ever so slightly, and Nwadiebube noted the shift. She was not used to resistance.
"I understand your caution, Your Majesty," Yuki replied smoothly. "But the godlings cannot shield you from all threats. With Björn, you would be building an army capable of withstanding any force—divine or otherwise. And should the godlings see your strength, they may think twice before opposing you."