The Elemental Sword Demon King
Episode 173: Negotiation Strategies
Facing the girl, Kaizo crossed his legs and sat on the floor of the cave. Karmila Freya, the leader of Rupture Division, was the youngest elementalist to participate in this Sword Style Festival.
Although self-introduction had been done, Kaizo still felt somewhat confused. No matter how she looked, this was just a young and beautiful girl.
He could not sense any aura from her that an ace-level elementalist like Lucia or Viona possessed. Instead, there was a dream-like quality that seemed to instill the urge to unconditionally protect her to others.
(Well, judging an elementalist from first impressions is very dangerous.)
Kaizo muttered to himself then started asking the girl sitting in front of him, "We came here to negotiate our alliance with Rupture Division, but your team did not appear at the designated location. What happened, can you explain it correctly?"
"I have to apologize to you for this. I never thought the black knight would chase all the way to my team headquarters."
"Black knights?! You mean the elementalist of the Inferno Team?"
"Yes. Rupture Division was destroyed by that black knight."
"Destroyed, alone?"
Indeed, that black knight, Nephesis Loran was definitely not an ordinary elementalist. However, if even the famous and powerful Rupture Division was destroyed, including the Wolf Team fighting on the cliff, there were now three teams defeated by the monster.
"Furthermore, the black knight absorbed the sacred power of the elementalists and became increasingly stronger."
"Yes, I've seen it."
Kaizo did not know what kind of ability it was, but the black knight had used jet-black chains to capture the elementalists and absorb their divine power.
Kaizo could still put up a fight earlier, but if the absorption of this divine power continued, it would be impossible to fight the black knight in the end.
"However, at this moment, there is still a way to fight back."
"That's why the alliance invitation was sent."
"True, the alliance held out until the black knight lost. Although I can't tell you any concrete details about his abilities, the holy spirit I contracted is extremely powerful. Your team will definitely benefit from my help."
The proposal is quite simple. Alliance with Team Salamander to fight Nephesis Loran.
"Let me consider this for a moment."
"No problem."
An alliance proposed by a team facing imminent defeat, Kaizo pondered the implications. All Karmila Freya needs is protection under the guise of an alliance.
The rules of the Sword Style Festival stipulated that as long as one team member survived, the other team members could still participate in the finals.
But in actual practice, it was impossible for one person to gather enough magic stones to qualify without the help of three or four teammates.
(Therefore, he needs us to be his companion.)
Also, his fellowship with Team Salamander would bring benefits, it was the Holy Spirit contracted by Karmila Freya. Given the holy spirit that had a strong advantage against the dark spirit, this could be the last trump card to go against Alicia and Nephesis Loran.
(That makes a lot of sense. There should be no traps at this point.)
If it's a trap, there's no point helping Kaizo. He could have stolen his magic stone when he was unconscious. Also, if allowed to continue rising, Nephesis Loran would eventually become his team's biggest monster and threat.
(When it comes, can I really win?)
Calmly, he recalled his memories. Rather than the Strongest Sword Style Holder three years ago, Kaizo only had the strength of his current weakened state.
Victoria, Eve, Tiana, Aura. He recalled the faces of these four young ladies.
(With my own strength, can I protect this important team?)
Turning his gaze between the leather-gloved left hand and the right hand stamped with the spirit seal sword emblem, Kaizo finally replied, "The alliance will last until the defeat of the black knight, Nephesis Loran, is defeated, is it okay?"
"No problem. However, during the alliance, the distribution of the obtained magic stones should be fair and equitable."
"Yes I understand."
No objections on either side. Setting a limited duration for the alliance was necessary from the very beginning. Since only four teams could reach the final, allying until the end would be the most naive idea.
"I have a question."
"What's that?"
"Why did you choose us to propose an alliance?" Kaizo asked unsuspectingly, it was just out of curiosity.
"Even if you only consider the representatives of the Academy, Team Salamander is only ranked third. There are higher ranked teams, for example, aren't the Wolf Team's strongholds close enough to yours?"
"Ranking is based solely on results in the Academy," Karmila expressed monotony.
"Kirigaya Kaizo, you are a very strong elementalist" he continued.
"Not really..."
"You can't pretend to be stupid. Last night, your sword clashed with Viona Spellister, didn't it?"
"You seen him?" Kaizo groaned with displeasure.
By the way, the barrier had been broken at that moment and completely lost its function. It is possible for guiding spirits who share the spirit to attack the fortress.
"At that time, all members of Rupture Division were confident that Team Salamander would be eliminated on the first day. However, you defeated Viona."
"I didn't win. You can at most call it a series." Kaizo shrugged his shoulders.
"Next, for you in particular, certain negotiation techniques are effective." Karmila stared coldly at Kaizo.
"Huh?"
"The intelligence division of the Rossvale Kingdom has found your talisman for young girls."
"What kind of cruel slander is that!?"
"No need to deny it. That doesn't matter."
"I don't deny anything!"
"Reporting, a naked young girl accompanied you in your sleep."
In a sense, this is indeed the truth.
"N-not completely naked! Nyx used to call it the look of bare knee-length socks!"
"No problem. This particular fetish is known."
"It's not a fetish! Seriously, the intelligence of the Rossvale Kingdom is quite amazing in a sense."
There were rumors of spies from other countries among the students in the Sizuan Princess Academy. They are clearly unfounded.
"Let me be clear, knee-naked socks are definitely not my fetish!"
"Rest assured, I will serve you with knee-length socks as well."
"Eh?"
Ignoring Kaizo's troubled expression, Karmila started undressing and muttered, "This is my first time, so I don't know if I'll do a good job," with an unusual gesture, he unbuttoned his uniform one by one.
Just as she was about to open her skirt, she stopped her. Kaizo frantically grabbed the young girl's slender wrist and said, "Tu-wait a minute, what are you doing!?"
Karmila was surprised, replying, "Isn't this what all men want?"
"N-no, that's not it, so listen to me."
From the crack in his unbuttoned shirt, his cute underwear was visible. This is truly an overstimulating sight.
Monotonously, Karmila spoke, "Or what you want to say is, a thirteen-year-old body isn't good enough?"
"Uwaaaah, put your clothes on first, let's talk!" Kaizo shouted and stood up. In a state of panic, she quickly helped him put on the uniform jacket he had taken off.
"Dresses like this are more your taste?"
"No! Seriously, I can't understand you. Aren't we here to negotiate an alliance?"
"Dreams have always been a very effective maneuver to win the hearts of men."
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*Connected.....
*Note: This story is fictitious. If there is a similarity in the name of the character, the scene, or the story, it is a mere coincidence and there is no element of intentionality.