The Useless 8th Prince

Other Accord and Coincidence

“Wait!”

This time, Zod's father, the chieftain spoke. Compared to the relatively younger Zod, he had more experience with people from outside. Most of them will definitely not help just because of the taste of ‘kasian’.

Ciel looked towards the chieftain, his facial expression calmed down again. It looks indifferent and just nods lightly in response.

“T-But Dad, if your wounds continue to be delayed-”

“Shut!” chieftain rebuked Zod.

“...”

The chieftain turned his head towards Ciel, looking very serious. He earnestly asked, “If I may know, what are the conditions for obtaining the medicine, Prince Luciel?”

Good. Deserving as a tribal chief. Unselfish and blinded by a drug that could cure him, but still had time to think of the tribe under his leadership.

Ciel nodded lightly. He slightly liked the attitude of the chief. However, that did not mean that the young man would be kind and give one of his precious medicines away for free.

“I have three terms.” Ciel said casually.

“Please say,” said the chieftain in a serious tone.

“First, I want this Centaur tribe to be my citizens. No need to move, you guys stay here. Only, your status is no longer free. You have a duty as a people under me. Like helping in war, for example.

Second, I want all ‘Silvermoon Elk Moss’. Of course, not for free. I'll give you the equipment to pick and preserve. Also, I will buy it at the market price. Only, you can't sell it other than to me.

Third, I want your loyalty. I will not enslave you. However, as my subordinates, you are required to be loyal. If there is one Centaur that sells information that harms the area or territory under me to the enemy …

I'm not reluctant to remove them.”

Hearing Ciel's request, the chieftain pondered in surprise. Rather than being detrimental, in fact, Ciel's offers were very profitable for them. Since it was under Ciel, they were not afraid that the tribal girls would be captured by hunters.

In addition, they have no losses. Silvermoon Elk Moss, one of the medicinal plants that grew on the horns of a level 2 Deer-shaped Demonic Beast that was usually close and friendly to the Centaur tribe. Moss-shaped, usually harvested when the full moon, once a month.

It's just that, to preserve the medicinal ingredients, moss must be stored in a container made of special materials. Of course, the container was not cheap for Centaurs like them. Not to mention, the Centaurs were also famous as loyal soldiers. So, the third condition could be considered non-existent.

Despite knowing that it was very profitable, the chief asked doubtfully.

“Will you really protect our tribe, Prince Luciel?”

“As a chieftain, you should know, it is the duty of the leader to protect the people under him.” Ciel looked at the chief's eyes seriously.

“Then, let me talk to two other elders. As a chieftain, it is not good for me to decide this kind of thing on my own.”

“Good.” Ciel nodded lightly.

After that, Ciel and Zod left the house. Meanwhile, the chief's wife called the other two elders.

At the time of passing by the two elders, Ciel understood. Other than Zod who was a level 3 (late) demon, the people considered strong in the tribe were both elders and chieftains.

The chieftain was a level 4 (early) demon. As for the two elders, they both had the same level as Zod, level 3 (end).

Unlike Ciel who had the Eye of The Lord, the way most nobles chose talent was inferior. To them, level 3 demons were already considered excellent. Thus, in a Centaur tribe that had some level 3 demons could already be considered quite powerful.

Ciel and Zod then toured the settlement. Ciel who first visited the Centaur tribe was curious about many things. Even so, he still looked calm. The young man learned various things about Centaur culture from Zod.

At about eight in the morning, the two of them returned to the chief's house. There, other than the chieftain and his wife, the two elders had been waiting for Ciel with serious expressions.

Before they spoke, as a courtesy, the Centaurs invited Ciel to breakfast. Of course Ciel did not refuse, curious about the typical dishes of the Centaurs.

Ciel was satisfied when he ate breakfast. Although Centaurs are not herbivores and can still eat meat, but the custom of ‘kuda’ still sticks with them. Centaurs usually prefer to eat vegetables and fruit. Unless they have to, they don't eat meat. Therefore, most of the typical dishes served to Ciel are processed grains and fruits.

At first they were quite nervous for fear that Ciel did not like such a dish. Didn't expect that Ciel really enjoyed every dish with a sincere expression. Especially when eating the most typical dishes of their Centaur tribe.

Ciel felt a bit strange at first. The dish is made from a mixture of various vegetables that are seasoned and then put in an urn and fermented. Really similar ‘kimchi’ from Ciel's previous life. It's just, have more variety of vegetables.

“This is quite interesting,” muttered Ciel with a satisfied expression.

After eating breakfast together, finally Ciel and the leaders of the Centaur tribe faced each other.

“Jadi ... what is your decision?” ciel asked with a relaxed smile on his face.

“We agree, but after you prove something.” The chief looked at Ciel with a serious expression.

“Do you doubt my strength?” ciel asked with a cold look.

“Not, Prince Luciel. It's just, you know .. a lot of nobles are pulling back his words. We believe you're not like that, so-”

“No need convoluted. Just say your wish.” Ciel shrugged with an indifferent face.

“We want you to defeat the creature that has wounded me,” said the chief with a serious expression.

“Creatures that have that powerful poison?” Ciel raised his eyebrows. “This is not a personal vendetta, right?”

“Of course not.” The chief shook his head with a bitter smile. “The reason why the outer area of the forest became what it is now is because of the existence of the creature.”

“Then it has been decided.” Ciel smiles.

After all, the reason why he had come there was to take care of the forest oddity. If the Centaur tribe has a clue to solve it. Of course, Ciel would not refuse.

Hearing Ciel's approval, the chieftain and the others looked relieved. Then they talked together. Ciel actually wanted to return, but the Centaurs kindly asked him to stay for lunch. In the end, he decided to leave after lunch.

After lunch, the bidding Ciel left the tribe on his own. Actually the Centaurs wanted to deliver, but Ciel firmly refused.

At the moment at the village gate, Ciel was surprised to see the figure in front of him. He felt strange because the creature was out of place. Ciel tilted his head while wondering.

“Ras Dragonborn?”

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