“Miss Senata, inform your subordinates to issue an ultimatum to the lizardmen’s territory, demanding that they pay all outstanding taxes before the end of winter, followed by the centaur and Gorgon territories.”
As Ira gave the order, he took on the task of overall planning while Satan was still confused. He looked at Senata and said, "Just as I said before, attacking Gorgon directly is a terrible choice."
Therefore, Iraq's choice is...
"Then let's fight them all at once, kill the lords of those territories, or make them completely submit to the Demon King's territory. We must also find a way to strengthen our control to prevent a second betrayal from happening."
When Ira coldly and indifferently said, "Let's fight together," Senata smiled and curtsied, indicating that she knew what to do.
"Mr. Black Knight, Mr. Insect Man, Ms. Headless Knight, Mr. Construct, Ms. Sirina, the task of coordinating the combat forces is entrusted to you... but perhaps the succubus does not need to participate in the battle."
Ira said this very casually, planning the warband's strategy based on his previous impressions of these monsters, saying, "It would be best if the other side submitted again, but if they gather troops to resist, then we will need to rely on you."
"Of course, I will also participate in the war."
In fact, it was somewhat of an overreach of authority for Ira to say these things at this time, since such words should have been spoken by Satan-Yeh or by the person designated by Satan-Yeh.
However, no one paid any attention to this matter.
"Okay, okay~"
"Are we going to fight side by side?"
"I never thought this day would come."
“Mr. Ira…”
"..."
It could even be said that everyone was very much looking forward to it, because they never thought that one day they would stand on the same front as Ira Elkaras and fight side by side.
Iraq is a true legend; many people around the world can match his identity with his face, and he enjoys worldwide fame.
From a mobile game perspective, Ira is one of the few SSR characters in the Empire faction.
As an enemy, Ira is an extremely terrifying being. Few people are willing to face him directly. His name can even frighten small monsters in monster-controlled areas to the point of stopping their crying.
But what if it's a teammate?
To describe it more vividly, Michaela's Blade—Marinia—is a nightmare as an enemy, but what if she became the player's ashes (follower)? What if she became a playable character?
That naturally brought an unexpected surge of elation.
“Killing? Hmm... But actually, monsters don’t have to go this far.”
The Black Knight leader sighed softly as he spoke. This Black Knight leader, known as "Little Black," always seemed to have a very kind heart. He said, "I hope they can repent."
"Little Black".
Reminded by the headless horseman leader, the Black Knight realized that what he had said was inappropriate. He could only shake his head and say, "They never actually declared their betrayal; they just... stopped obeying."
But for a king leading an entire group, that was enough to warrant a death sentence.
Just like Ira who escaped the empire... but Isabella withdrew the arrest warrant. It's hard to say whether this was a gesture of goodwill out of guilt, but the most important thing is still the empire itself, right?
After all, when he was king, he was a cold and rational ruler.
"We will not cause too much bloodshed."
Iraq explained simply.
“If we fail to kill those traitors until they are terrified and submit, they will eventually betray us again.”
The insectoid leader named Rainbow Shell raised a different opinion, and even the Black Knight, who did not want to kill too many people, had no choice but to nod in agreement with Rainbow Shell's point of view.
"All we need to do is build roads."
As Iraq spoke casually, amidst the bewildered expressions of those who didn't understand, he felt there was no need to explain in detail, saying, "The more convenient the transportation and intelligence, the higher the difficulty and cost of betrayal."
Seeing that everyone still didn't understand, Ira sighed softly and prepared to begin a detailed explanation.
"No, no, no! If you keep explaining, Ira, you'll start talking about lunch again! We'll just do as you say!"
Vera, who fully understood the sophistication and correctness of Ira's ideas, exclaimed, "But why didn't you mention me before? Are my undead army unworthy?"
Ira was taken aback. He blurted out instinctively, "The army of the undead? You?"
His words seemed to imply disdain for Vera.
"Underground! Underground! As long as I supply magic, the army of bones will appear!"
Vera spoke with a smug look on her face, like a child showing off a toy.
"Supplying Mana... well, forget it then."
Ira, who deeply understood how desperate Vera's mana reserves were, sighed, then glanced around at all the leaders who were looking on with anticipation, seeing Vera's deeply disappointed expression.
"Then it is decided. Let us, with our crimson blood, rebuild the majesty of Satan's Leaf!"
Iraq's chilling tone made all the Iraqi leaders who had witnessed Iraq as an enemy on the battlefield somewhat apprehensive, but almost immediately they were overjoyed, thinking, "Iraq is on our side! We are invincible!"
"Oh oh oh!!"
"For the Demon King!"
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