Nordic: I Created a Forbidden Land for the Gods

"Therefore, this is just an ordinary island and poses no threat to the Ice Age Kingdom."

"As for the pirate groups that came here, it's just that they killed each other and that's how it turned out. It has nothing to do with us, the 'natives' of the island."

Neil bowed respectfully, his posture and words were quite humble, and he began to speak in this manner.

It might seem like a show of weakness, but Colin didn't see it that way.

After all, when facing giants, especially a monarch like himself from a giant kingdom, he, a mere mortal, was able to remain neither humble nor arrogant, maintaining his dignity and outward manners.

As for words and social niceties, they're mostly just for show. A place that can wipe out a pirate crew of Heroic Spirits in a short time definitely has some strength.

Anyone can pretend to be something they're not good at. He's used to gain a lot of advantages on the battlefield in the past by doing so.

Therefore, he still values ​​his own firsthand judgment.

In fact, the Ice River Kingdom could easily destroy the evil dragon. As a ruler accustomed to pirate ways, he would certainly not hesitate to send people over to test the waters.

But with a major battle imminent, and assuming the other side doesn't show any clear hostility, he doesn't want to create more enemies for himself unnecessarily.

"Especially the forest here, although it is not fully grown yet, it is clearly Warner tree species."

"Such a large area, and it even seems to be engraved with runes. To what extent has the being or force behind this mortal transformed this deserted island?"

"And what's the purpose?"

Colin pondered this, and through various details, he could sense the special nature of this forest.

He wanted to observe more, but since it was being projected, he couldn't really perceive much.

Faced with the magnificent light and shadow, Neil appeared calm on the surface, but he was also observing the other person's expression.

Seeing this domineering guy like this, he felt a sense of relief.

"This way, we can temporarily stabilize the situation on the other side and at least prevent the number of enemies from increasing immediately."

"Otherwise, if Slud sees the Titans arrive, given the hostile relationship between Asa and the Titans, a conflict is inevitable."

Thinking of Slud, Neil smiled bitterly to himself. This Valkyrie was beautiful, kind-hearted, and had a great figure; she was truly perfect in every way.

But he happens to be an Aesir god.

They are usually surrounded by hostile thoughts towards giants, and they always say that they want to drive them out without leaving a single one alive.

Knowing that she could construct buildings, Slud even took her own blood to check if it was the blood of a Titan before she was relieved.

This is not something that can be easily reversed, and although the two sides are indeed hostile, being caught in the middle makes things very difficult for Neil.

Thinking this, Neil realized that he had been so focused on dealing with Colin that he had completely ignored the battlefield behind him.

The intense roar of battle had ceased at some point, and the storm it had stirred up had stopped.

Neil froze, instinctively communicating with the surrounding arrow towers to use their teleportation vision to check, only to discover that the Valkyrie was now standing behind him.

She was carrying a blood-stained captain's hat that was far too large for an ordinary person, clearly a sign of victory.

But instead of relaxing, Neil felt a chill run down his spine!

When did you arrive?

How much of what she just said did she listen to?

Could it be that he was caught completely cultivating a good relationship with the enemy Titan behind her back?

Thinking of the Valkyrie's faction affiliation, he subconsciously wanted to turn his head to check her expression, but a slender, white, ivory-like hand was placed on his shoulder to stabilize him.

The other hand held his cheek, preventing him from making any forceful movements.

"I'm using the forest's 'concealment' now, so he can't see my presence because of the projection, but your actions will still be clearly captured."

"So don't let him notice anything unusual, keep negotiating, understand?"

"Nod slightly if you understand."

Ru Lan's words whispered in my ear, but they were clearly tinged with intense coldness.

From this position, even from the perspective of other arrow towers, one cannot see Slud's complete expression.

Neil's expression stiffened slightly, but he did as instructed.

He looked at the giant projection opposite him. Slud had obviously been behind him for some time, but the giant had never suddenly gone mad and had remained as normal as ever.

Neil was somewhat relieved that he probably hadn't seen anything.

However, Slud's gestures also made it easy to break his neck... He decided to try to clear his mind and not let himself think about anything else.

After a moment of contemplation, Colin nodded and looked at the mortal before him, his gaze sharp, before speaking again.

His words were not without probing, after all, Neil's "secrets" had made him somewhat interested, but ultimately it was all the other party who was talking.

This time, he measured it against his own standards.

A dozen minutes later, the projection of the communication stone reached its limit, and the light and shadow gradually dimmed, threatening to disappear at any moment.

"Then it's settled. Winterfell has no hostility toward Ice River, and we will not send troops to investigate."

"However, the evil dragon that was agreed upon with Glacier was indeed destroyed on this island, which has affected us. Therefore, Winterfell still needs to send someone to Blizzard Island to make compensation."

"Of course, in order to prepare for the great war in the future, our Ice Age Kingdom is still very willing to establish diplomatic relations with new powers. The specific amount of the exchange can be discussed and confirmed in person at that time."

King Colin spoke in a loud voice.

While claiming to be seeking compensation, Colin didn't seem condescending when he brought it up.

In addition to the second point, this seems more like an imminent transaction, only made to sound better to one side.

"I've heard that many of the evil dragon's deeds are related to the giant ship they control. For us, who made our fortune as pirates, this ship is just right. Let's use it as compensation."

"If you want to keep it, you can compensate with something of equal value."

"As for the funds for establishing diplomatic relations, let's discuss it after Lindong sends someone over."

Colin looked at Neil meaningfully and said this.

Neil immediately understood what he meant.

At this point, there was still some disdain for his mortal status. Even if he showed some value, people did not believe that he could really speak on behalf of the forces behind the island.

Although out of caution for the future, he followed Neil's advice not to send anyone in person, but this was only temporary.

If he discovers that he has been deceived, and Winter Island will not send an envoy there afterward, then the procedures will still be followed as before, or even more ruthlessly.

But even if they go there, if they are found to be not as strong as imagined as an emerging power, then even if they do not send troops, they will still exploit them in various ways to enhance the strength of the Ice Kingdom itself.

Equality only exists between forces with a balance of power.

The reality is cruel; despite Neil's best efforts, he only managed to secure a temporary period of peace.

This is still between forces of the same "ethnicity".

"By the way, the aura of the Killian who killed the Evil Dragon Captain on that battlefield over there is somewhat familiar to me from the previous Deep Sea Battlefield."

"That one, is he from the Aesir?"

As he was about to disappear, Colin looked intently at Neil.

A murderous glint appeared in his eyes, which resembled those of a prehistoric beast.