Chapter 1.
The Overlord of the Red River.
As night descended, the luminous moon hung high in the sky, casting its silvery glow upon the verdant plains below.
A fierce battle erupted in this very place.
A rudimentary tribe constructed from timber and clay was engulfed in flames.
Amidst cries of war as two factions clashed violently.
On one side stood warriors clad in black armor, wielding glistening blades.
Opposing them were fighters adorned in animal skins, brandishing an array of weapons, their faces reflecting confusion as though they had just awoken from slumber, unable to comprehend the chaos unfolding around them.
The black armored soldiers exhibited remarkable discipline, their composure unwavering even in the shroud of night, as if they possessed the gift of night vision.
In stark contrast, the warriors of the animal skin tribe appeared disorganized despite fighting on familiar terrain.
They were steadily retreating, clearly outmatched by their foes.
The black armored soldiers surpassed their adversaries in every conceivable aspect, discipline, coordination, physical prowess, and weaponry.
They slaughtered relentlessly within the tribe, advancing like a relentless tide.
As the battle raged on for a quarter of an hour, nearly a 100 members of the tribe lay slain.
Your chieftain has perished.
Laid down your arms.
Those who surrender shall not be harmed.
A towering figure standing at nearly 2 m clad in black armor emerged into the light raising a bloodied head aloft the head of the trib's chieftain.
A wave of shock swept through the tribe, their morale plummeting to an all-time low.
The chieftain, a figure of considerable strength and reverence, commanded deep respect among his kin.
Caught off guard and now witnessing the might of the invaders, the tribes people upon witnessing their leader demise turned pale on the brink of laying down their weapons and kneeling in surrender.
Yet the impending chill of winter made them hesitate.
With the season drawing near, the thought of their food being seized loomed ominously.
Their current plight rendered them incapable of gathering sufficient provisions for the harsh months ahead.
Devoid of sustenance, they would face inevitable doom.
In light of this grim reality, the more astute members of the tribe gripped their weapons tightly, conferring with their fellow tribesmen, preparing to fight valiantly to protect their dwindling supplies.
At that moment, another black armored soldier stepped forward.
He appeared to be in his 20s, not as tall as the previous soldier, but possessing a lean, muscular frame that exuded strength without appearing brutish.
Chieftain.
Chieftain.
The surrounding black armored soldiers respectfully parted, allowing the young man to advance.
Sushing Yu regarded the wary tribesmen before him, a smile gracing his lips as he spoke.
We shall not seize your provisions for the winter.
Moreover, if you surrender, I assure you that you will not go hungry every three sunsets.
There shall be a meal of meat provided.
The tribes people erupted in a cacophony of voices, the prospect of his words igniting a flicker of hope within them.
The notion of not having their food taken, coupled with the promise of meat, was a tanalyzing offer.
In an instant, their resolve to resist, began to wne.
Many among them harbored little loyalty to the tribe, with numerous individuals being from other tribes, having merely been captured and brought here against their will, that if the opposing side truly offers them a path to survival, then surrender may not be an unwise choice.
They are well aware of the night tribes reputation for integrity.
They would not deceive them.
Who are you? Can you truly represent the night tribe? A perceptive individual called out.
Sushing you responded, I am the chieftain of the night tribe, and as such, I can indeed represent it.
Should you choose to surrender, we shall become one family.
Do you see the warriors beside me? They may not be more robust than you, yet they wield far superior weapons and armor which enable them to conquer you.
Should you join the night tribe, we will bestow upon every valiant warrior a piece of armor and a weapon, empowering you to become as formidable as they are.
Sue Zingi's words were profoundly persuasive, resonating deeply within the hearts of the trib's populace and warriors alike.
The soldiers yearned for strength, and the prowess exhibited by the Night Tribe warriors filled them with envy.
They believed their raw strength was not significantly inferior to that of the Night Tribes warriors.
Yet the disparity in equipment was indeed substantial.
If they were to receive similar weapons and armor, even if they could not triumph over the night tribes fighters, they would not be utterly overwhelmed.
The ordinary tribes people, however, harbored simpler desires merely having enough to eat sufficed.
In such an era, the mere ability to fill one's stomach was a source of profound happiness.
In an instant, all eyes turned towards the most esteemed individuals within the tribe.
An elder shaman, observing the yearning gazes of his kin, and then glancing at the armored soldiers opposite, hesitated momentarily before following his heart's inclination.
We surrender.
We hope that the esteemed chieftain of the night tribe will uphold his promise and treat our tribe with kindness.
Sushingu refrained from correcting the elers's misadress and upon hearing his words he felt a weight lift from his heart a smile instantly gracing his face.
Rest assured the reputation of the night tribe is known throughout the entire black earth plains.
Since you have surrendered, we are now one family, and I shall treat you all with equal regard.
" Upon hearing this, the trib's warriors slowly lowered their weapons, awaiting further instructions.
Night three.
I leave this matter in your capable hands.
Seeing the enemy had surrendered, "Sue Shing Yu, filled with anticipation, instructed a middle-aged man beside him.
" "Rest assured, Chieftain, I will ensure they are brought back to the night tribe without incident.
" The middle-aged man promptly replied, "Indeed," Sushingu nodded, feeling confident in his loyal subordinates management abilities, yet he added a cautionary note.
"There is no need to rush.
Take your time.
Just ensure no one gets harmed.
" With arrangements in place, Sushingu swiftly mounted his black steed, leading a hundred or so soldiers along the river in a gallop.
Before returning to the tribe, he could hardly contain his eagerness to explore the systems rewards.
Red River Overlord.
Subjugate the Giant Tiger Tribe and the Savage Bull Tribe to become the largest tribe near the Red River.
Completed rewards.
1,000 acres of spiritual fields freely selectable for placement.
Seeds of the spirit gathering tree, architectural blueprints for tier 2 cavalry camp, architectural blueprints for tier 2 infantry camp, dark saber blueprint, and 1,000 units of world essence system notification.
Congratulations on unifying the surrounding factions of the tribe.
Initiating the city of gods, activating the divine communication system, and commencing the dimension surveillance system.
System notification.
You are the 16,876th deity to enter the elementary realm.
Reward received.
Small magic crystal mine X1.
Small blood crystal mine X1.
Small dark crystal mine X1.
Choose one.
System notification.
As this is your first entry into the elementary realm, you will receive system protection for one month in the main world, preventing other deities from invading your dimension.
Note, if you choose to invade another deity's realm, the system protection will be immediately terminated.
Chapter 2, the monarch of eternal night.
3 days later, when the three warriors returned with the members of the giant tiger tribe, Sushing Yu had already organized the entire night tribe.
In truth, there was not much to organize.
Although the night tribe had a large population, it still operated under a tribal framework, not significantly better than the giant tiger tribe, merely encircled by a wooden fence.
During the last expansion, Sushing Yu had already outlined a strategic plan for future development.
Thus, the enclosed land was ample enough to comfortably accommodate the people from the Giant Tiger Tribe.
To avoid any unforeseen incidents, Sushing Yu completely dispersed the members of the Giant Tiger Tribe, distributing them throughout various corners of the Night Tribe.
It is better to be cautious than to regret.
With tens of thousands gathered in their own stronghold, should a rebellion erupt, even if the Knight tribe emerged victorious, they would still suffer heavy losses.
Following this, he hosted a grand feast for the warriors going to battle, effectively rallying public support.
Moreover, he organized an even more extravagant banquet for the newly joined tribe members, a gesture that not only alleviated the concerns of the other tribes, but also instilled a sense of belonging within them toward the night tribe.
After all, judging by the night tribes display, they seemingly lacked for nothing in provisions and were exceedingly generous.