boyutpedia Chapter 1018: Lord Special Emissary
Chapter 1018: Lord Special Emissary
Chapter 1018: Lord Special Emissary
It made sense for the Emperor to want Khan. The former was an existence driven and fueled by war, and Khan had offered him the greatest of them all.
The Emperor had probably already made up his mind back in the Royal Palace. He only had to confirm whether Khan wielded the power to bring that war home, and the battle against Lord Mighty had cleared any doubt. Lordships, domains, and everything else were secondary as long as the Emperor could get his hands on the conflict against the scarlet eyes.
Ethical problems littered that offer, but both Khan and the Emperor were beyond mundane beliefs. The former had done his fair share of shady things, and his newly summoned darkness made him ready for much more.
As for the Emperor, his whole species was built on endless expansion, growth through battles, and pride from strength. Khan didn't know which came first, but the Emperor was basically doing the Empire a favor by adding another war to its to-do list.
The problems lay elsewhere for Khan. The offer included everything he could ask for and more, but he had to make himself clear about his stance. He couldn't let political benefits compromise existence anymore.
"[I won't bring dishonor to the Empire]," Khan announced, "[Nor betray it, but I'll only follow my own orders and ideals. And, if I want something, I'll ask or take it]."
The time for unfavorable deals, compromising situations, and concessions was over, at least for Khan. He felt he couldn't even consider them anymore, let alone follow them. Khan could easily lie, but that also went against his power's core.
Lord Envoy and Lord Enforcer felt the need to act once again. The sole idea of a Lord who wouldn't follow the Emperor's orders was ludicrous, but Khan had managed to sound more arrogant than that. He wanted everything, only offering his word in exchange.
The Royal Guards' attention inevitably fell on the Emperor. Only he could have the last word on that deal, and both sides had already laid out all their cards. Everything was in the open, awaiting the Emperor's decision.
The Emperor didn't speak. He slowly stretched his huge arm forward, blowing metallic dust everywhere while offering his hand to Khan.
Actions spoke louder than words, especially in the Emperor's case. He didn't even hesitate to consider Khan's warning. Either he trusted him completely or didn't see his potential betrayal as a headache-worthy issue.
Khan couldn't know the Emperor's mind and didn't care. He was only sure he liked the offer, the Royal Guards, and the Empire, so he took the Emperor's hand, shaking it according to the Thilku customs.
"[You are now a Lord of the Empire, Blue Shaman]," The Emperor announced, pure solemnity in his deep, hammering tone. "[Choose a title to be known as]."
"[The name Blue Shaman came from the Empire's soldiers]," Khan exclaimed. "[It's only proper for me to make it official]."
"[I bet I could beat him there]," Khan stated.
"[Lord Blue Shaman can't eat more than the Emperor]," Lord Enforcer declared.
"[Come on, Lord Enforcer]," Khan groaned. "[You have never seen me eat]."
"[Lord Blue never saw the Emperor eat]," Lord Enforcer commented.
Khan tilted his head at the partial use of his title, only for a heavy hand to slam on it, trying to make his figure lose a few centimeters. He didn't need to lift his eyes to know Lord Mighty
was grinning behind him.
"[Lord Enforcer won't use your title, either]," Lord Mighty laughed.
"[Lord Enforcer]," Lord Envoy called, "[Lord Mighty, Lord Blue Shaman please contain
yourselves. I'll lead us back to the Royal Palace]."
"[Lord Mighty is too mighty to contain himself]," Lord Mighty scoffed.
"[Lord Idiot Muscles can easily retrain himself]," Lord Enforcer corrected. "[Lord Blue is the
problem]."
Lord Mighty grinned at Khan again. He was no different from a lonely child who had just found a kindred spirit, but Khan decided to leave those matters for the celebration.
Reassuring Lord Envoy had to come first now.
"[It will be fine, Lord Envoy]," Khan reassured, a chilling aura joining his eyes' blue light. "[I know you won't try anything, so I won't blow us apart]."