The beast tide on Xiao Liua's side had concluded, resulting in the deaths of over 20 dwarves, with several others severely injured and being tended to by their kin.
However, the dwarves had reaped substantial rewards.
Several had reached level 9, and one had even ascended to commander level.
Had it not been for this commander level dwarf's valiant efforts, Yiansh feared her castle might have faced total annihilation.
A sense of melancholy enveloped Xiao Leian as she lamented her own frailty in power.
She perceived the world as exceedingly harsh, questioning her misfortune in being thrust into this realm to partake in the absurdity of a multi-racial struggle for supremacy.
Suddenly, she recalled her former boss, a bald, greasy man, and found that he was not as detestable as she had once thought.
Although she remained unsure of his current fate, Xiao Inshua often mused that if she could find a boyfriend standing 185 cm tall, possessing a touch of charm and a modicum of wealth, it would suffice.
They could lead a simple life of love, marriage, and children content in their existence.
Highquality human males, she speculated, might be inclined toward naive and innocent types.
With a sigh, she reflected on how during her middle school years, she had already expanded her horizons, having been deceived by the sweet words of her first love.
At the time, she had been oblivious to her own thoughts and had consented.
Yet, within a mere 2 months, they had parted ways.
Eventually, Xiaoin Shuer became indifferent, as this was an utterly inevitable and commonplace occurrence.
She had now become akin to a seasoned high-speed train operator.
Lost in her thoughts, Xiao Yianua inadvertently drifted off course.
For her, the ambition to vive for supremacy among myriad clans was non-existent, and she lacked the strength to pursue such lofty goals.
Her very existence remained a pressing concern.
Through the past few days of interaction, Xiao Yinua discovered that Bayou was rather pleasant, and being a woman herself, posed no threat of harboring ulterior motives towards her.
Thus, Xiao Yinshua made a bold decision.
She would yield to Bayou.
Chapter 84, Submission and Alliance, part two.
Bayou set aside her personal belongings and activated the system panel.
Xiao's orphan esteemed one.
I have no desire to strive any longer.
Please accept my submission.
Inferior yellow fortress.
Huh? Xiao's orphan.
My ID is Xiao's orphan.
I've been an orphan since childhood.
Bayou was bewildered.
What was going on? Had the beast tide left yet another fool in its wake? Xiao's orphan, my dwarven troops, possess woefully inadequate combat capabilities.
Summoning 20 each day yields a mere 140 after a week.
Were it not for the dwarves who have allied with me, I would surely have perished by now.
The aftermath of the beast tide truly unveiled the harsh realities of this magical continent.
Relying solely on the dwarves was not a viable means of survival.
You, esteemed one, need not harbor such concerns, but I do.
I fear for my life.
The dwarves treat me well.
Apart from their slightly different appearance, they are indistinguishable from ordinary humans.
They engage in conversation and experience pain and death just as we do.
Over these days, I have come to regard them as fellow humans.
Because I have provided them sustenance, they would risk their lives to vanquish the beasts invading the fortress.
Even when gravely wounded and unable to rise, they still smile upon seeing me live.
I do not wish for them to die, nor do I wish to perish myself.
I seek to pledge my allegiance to you, esteemed one, and to become a part of your domain.
This is the result of my careful deliberation, and I hope you will give a consideration.
In a moment of distraction, by notice, Xiaoli had sent a lengthy message, which she skimmed through.
Wait, submission to me? What merit do I possess to deserve such a thing? It was the first time by you encountered someone who willingly sought to submit.
However, one must acknowledge that submission is entirely one-sided.
Should one encounter a malevolent lord, the outcome could be a mere matter of convenience.
Useful to me, then I shall keep you.
Useless, then perish.
After all, life and death hinge upon the whims of a lord who would willingly entrust their existence to another.
Bayou surmised that Xiao Yianua's heart was likely steeped in despair.
Her fear of death compelled her to gamble on her submission to Bayou.
If Bayou were a villain, it would merely be a different path to demise, altering nothing about Xiao Liu's plight.
Yet, at least it would be a more dignified end than being torn apart by beasts.
If fortune favored her, and Bayou proved to be benevolent, her chances of survival on this magical continent would significantly improve.
Xiao Yianua understood that timely assistance is far more valuable than mere embellishments.
In these early stages, her role was crucial to Bayou.
Should she wait until later to pledge allegiance, her significance would diminish, rendering her a liability? Why would Lord's desire a burden of no worth? Inferior yellow fortress.
This is no jest.
Are you certain you have considered this thoroughly? Xiao Yinw's contribution remained vital to Bayou.
And since she had chosen to submit voluntarily, Bayou had no grounds to refuse.
Upon seeing Bayou<unk>s response, Ziao Yinshi realized he would indeed agree, and her brow unfurled with relief.
Xiao's orphan, esteemed one, I have made my decision.
Death is inevitable regardless.
But following you offers me a glimmer of hope.
Inferior yellow fortress.
Very well.
By merely responded with a single word, good.
which ignited a flicker of hope within Xiao Leian.
She promptly clicked on the submit feature above her friend list.
You have joined the alliance and cannot submit to other lords.
Upon reading this message, Xiao Yianua instinctively contemplated dissolving the alliance, but quickly realized it would be prudent to inform Bayou in advance.
Xiao<unk>s orphan big shot.
I must dissolve the alliance first before submitting.
I will do that now.
Seia Huang fort understood.
Bayou's response indicated that Xiao Yinua's implication was that a submitting lord could not be part of an alliance.
His earlier speculation regarding the simultaneous use of alliance and submission leading to infinite nesting appear to have been disproven.
Indeed, the system would not permit such a significant loophole.
A submitting lord had forfeited sovereignty and consequently the authority to ally with other lords.
Conversely, a participating lord in an alliance could at least ascertain that their allies were not the territories of other lords.
However, territories had no upper limit.
An alliance could consist of a maximum of five lords.
Yet, the number of territories could be countless.
Your ally, Ziao's orphan, has dissolved the alliance.
As there is only one lord remaining in the alliance, it is automatically disbanded.
Dissolving the alliance did not recover anything of significance.
They had not borrowed anything from each other, merely engaging in a commonplace transaction between lords.
Lord Xiao's orphan has initiated submission.
By you clicked to accept and simultaneously both began inscribing their names.
The contract was successfully generated and BYU's system territory panel reflected the addition of a new lord.
Territory Lord Xiao Lianua Strength ordinary level eight territory level Level 9 initial castle barracks level three dwarven crystal special buildings forge blacksmith unit types dwarves craftsman warrior equipment none so her name is Xiaolinua she truly bears the Xiao surname Bayou had initially thought Xiaoa was merely justesting the true Xiao's orphan fort all right it's getting Hey, let us rest.
Xiao Lianir replied to Bayou, noticing that her system panel had acquired a function indicating her allegiance.
Curious, she clicked to explore and found some basic information about Bayou.
Bayou? That is quite a pleasant name.
Xiao and Shua had long been intrigued by Bayou<unk>s unit types.