Chapter 290: Unstoppable Momentum

On the airship, Lei En saw Xika Liusi gesturing wildly while speaking.

He didn't use the Voice of All Things to listen, yet he could see chief Ma Liwu Si's expression shifting constantly—stern, solemn, surprised, puzzled, and so on—occasionally opening his mouth to question Xika Liusi, and couldn't help looking up at the airship, his gaze full of complexity.

"Original Body… Mo Du… Weizelan… Earl of Glamorgan, boss… Rambo's Gun… Flame Dragon…" some words spilled from Xika Liusi's mouth.

Beside Ma Liwu Si, other Makulage people let out cries of astonishment.

But Ma Liwu Si's brows furrowed.

Lei En saw his soul's hue shifting rapidly, like a massive dye vat, showing excitement and shock, but more so hesitation and worry; clearly he was pondering more than ordinary Makulage.

After Xika Liusi finished speaking, Ma Liwu Si fell into silence.

The chief's reaction made Xika Liusi realize something was off; three Extreme Warriors who had descended riding dragons exchanged glances. Having roamed the Empire for years, they knew more than the highland tribesfolk and vaguely guessed Ma Liwu Si's thoughts.

"Chief?"

Xika Liusi asked cautiously, "Could you have the airship land? The boss and the brothers are up there."

"Of course, welcome home, brothers." Ma Liwu Si glanced at the airship and smiled, "I also wish to meet your boss, to see what kind of hero earns such admiration from you."

"The boss…"

Xika Liusi was about to praise Lei En a few more words, but Tai Li En nudged him from behind, prompting him to quickly change his tone, "I'll go tell the airship to descend."

Saying that, he leapt onto the Flame Dragon and rose into the air.

Moments later, under the gaze of the city's Makulage, the airship slowly descended onto the platform atop the giant rock in the city.

The cargo hold doors opened, and Extreme Warriors clad in enchanted armor stepped out one by one.

They formed two rows; the two leading Extreme Warriors each bore a battle flag over four meters tall. On the jet‑black metal pole fluttered a square banner dyed blood‑red, centered with a golden emblem of a crescent moon crossed with a war hammer, its edges edged with golden wheat motifs—simple, striking, unforgettable.

Bang! Bang! Bang…

Heavy footsteps marched in unison, like thunderous war drums striking the hearts of every watching Makulage onlooker.

Even though they were fewer than thirty and known to be kin, this overwhelming might still shocked Makulage who had never left the plateau; a dangerous aura brushed them, filling their hearts with awe.

With a roar, the two rows of Extreme Warriors faced each other, standing like towering steel walls.

Then, people saw a young human appear.

He wore form‑fitting silver light armor, his build strong and tall, his features strikingly handsome with a faint smile, a luxurious yet restrained magical sword at his waist, and a blood‑red great cloak behind him.

By Makulage standards, the young human was slight, even less than the tribe's youths, yet appearing amid such imposing formation, no one dared to underestimate him.

Lei En walked between the two rows of Extreme Warriors; a light breeze stirred, making the cloak flutter and rustle.

Ma Liwu Si's eyelids twitched; as a legend, his perception was many times keener than his kin's. He gave the human a brief glance and sensed a powerful aura, seemingly concealed by the cloak, preventing a clear read.

He stepped forward and shouted, "Welcome, Lord Earl of Glamorgan, to Astat as a guest."

Mid‑sentence, the barbarian chief extended a massive hand.

"Your Excellency Ma Liwu Si," Lei En also extended his right hand; the two hands, differing in size by nearly threefold, clasped, producing a crisp "snap."

But neither intended to contest; after a brief test they released.

"Lord, you are truly young and accomplished!" Ma Liwu Si said half flattery, half sigh, "When I heard Xika Liusi earlier, I assumed you were at least forty‑or‑fifty, but you're so young it makes me feel old."

"Please call me Lei En," Lei En replied with a smile, "I've long heard of the chief's reputation from Xika Liusi; today I finally see you, and I feel inferior to your strength."

"Is that so?" Ma Liwu Si said, neither confirming nor denying.

The two exchanged a few polite words, and the scene seemed harmonious.

Inside, Lei En sighed; the Makulage chief was not especially welcoming of his arrival, even showing some wariness.

Putting himself in their shoes, it was understandable.

His purpose in coming to Astat was to recruit more Extreme Warriors, but the entire Makulage tribe numbers just over three thousand, half male, the other half female whose combat ability rivals men, yet they lack the Original Body symbiosis talent.

Subtracting the under‑age children, only about a thousand Makulage could become Extreme Warriors.

If they were recruited away, even half, the tribe's overall strength would be severely weakened, losing its foothold on the plateau.

As chief, Ma Liwu Si naturally did not wish to see that happen.

Lei En thought that he had no plan to recruit so many Extreme Warriors; he could not bear the interference of so many symbionts' thoughts, and he had prepared compensation for the tribe.

Being new, it wasn't yet time to discuss terms; they could be negotiated later.

Lei En waved his hand and turned, "Brothers, bring the supplies down."

"Yes, boss."

The Extreme Warriors answered in unison, returned to the airship's cargo hold, and hauled down heavy wooden crates; within minutes they piled them on the platform like a small mountain, at least several hundred boxes.

Lei En said, "Chief, I heard the Makulage have been under threat and urgently need supplies, so I procured this batch of weapons, armor, magical elixirs, and some everyday clothing and spices. It's not worth much; consider it a gift to the tribe, thanking Xika Liusi and his men for serving me and relieving their worries."

A few Extreme Warriors opened a batch of crates in front of everyone.

Inside were finely crafted armors tailored for Makulage, five hundred sets, along with matching two‑handed greatswords, and three thousand black‑steel spears.

There were also two large boxes of healing potions, antidote elixirs, and the like.

The abundance made the watching Makulage eyes sparkle; Ma Liwu Si, though a bit emotional, hesitated a few breaths before saying, "On behalf of all Makulage, I thank the Lord's gift."

In truth he wanted to refuse, but the supplies were plentiful and exactly what the tribe needed.

Lei En claimed it was cheap, but Ma Liwu Si knew it was worth at least fifty‑thousand Gold Shields; in the Empire no connections could buy it.

And that excluded freight; transporting it across the thousand‑mile Sain Plateau showed Lei En's sincerity.

Ma Liwu Si sent people to move the supplies to the city's warehouse, then arranged staff to hold a welcome feast for Lei En.

Lei En exhaled, short of manpower; Ma Liwu Si's acceptance of the supplies marked a good start.

He addressed the Extreme Warriors, "You're home now; disband here."

Only then did the Extreme Warriors remove their helmets, revealing faces that the tribe recognized, and cries of surprise rang out, calling their names.

"Gelong!"

"Kiwat… Jiliman above, you've changed so much, I didn't even recognize you…"

"So it's you, kid, Baredi, you really gave me a scare."

"Hahaha, didn't expect that?" The Extreme Warriors were all excited, hugging their relatives and friends one by one, flaunting their strength, heading home while sharing their experiences of the Empire.

Their words always mentioned the boss, namely Lei En.

Seeing this scene, Ma Liwu Si gave a barely perceptible shake of his head, his eyes full of helplessness.

These tribe members who returned from the Empire have completely turned to their original body, and are also Lei En's best propagandists within the tribe.

Ma Liwu Si let out a light sigh; he knew it would be hard for him to block Lei En's recruitment of the tribe.

Lei En can offer far too much!

First is power; Xi Ka Liu Si, Tai Li En, and Ao Tuo are the best examples. All three have already ascended to Legend; it should be noted that the tribe hasn't produced a Legend in decades. The other tribe members who follow Lei En have also become high‑rank warriors—truly a miracle.

Next is equipment; whether it's the custom‑made enchanted armor or the Lambo's Spear mentioned by Xi Ka Liu Si, they are the weapons and gear the tribe members have long dreamed of. Especially the Lambo's Spear—though they haven't seen its power firsthand, Xi Ka Liu Si's description lets them feel its greatness.

Finally comes glory; Lei En is a hero famed throughout the Empire, and the Extreme Warriors who march with him will become a world‑renowned super legion, leaving a brilliant chapter in history.

There are also flying‑dragon mounts, generous salaries, the comfortable life in Mo Du, and so on—hardly any tribe member can resist such temptations.

Ma Liwu Si felt utterly powerless.

He looked at Lei En, the young human lord—mysterious, powerful, with an astonishing background—seemingly shrouded in an impenetrable mist that hides countless secrets.

"Lord, your tactics are truly skillful," Ma Liwu Si said, his mood complicated.

"Chief," Lei En placed his hand on his chest and saluted, his face sincere, "I swear in the name of the goddess that I hold no ill will toward the MakuRaga tribe; the tribe's affairs are my affairs; the tribe's enemies are my enemies. Ryan Augustus will forever be an ally of the MakuRaga people!"

Ma Liwu Si heard this and his complexion softened slightly.

However, he did not agree on the spot; after pondering for a long time, he said, "I hope the lord can keep his word, but forming an alliance is no small matter, nor is it for me to decide. Please, lord, rest among the tribe and await further news."

Lei En was instantly a bit surprised.

As far as he knows, the MakuRaga people's political structure is simple: the strong rule, and the chief Ma Liwu Si essentially decides everything. How could he not make the decision?

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