My queen is rebelling!

Beneath the white shirt, Isabella's snow mounds, which could barely be covered by one hand, rose and fell gently with her steady breathing.

The collar was slightly turned out due to her less-than-elegant sleeping posture, revealing skin that was even more porcelain white than the shirt.

Cohen took a deep breath, forcing himself to look away, feeling that Isabella was deliberately trying to seduce him.

What kind of Gold-tier transcendent needs to sleep all day?

As if sensing Cohen's movements, Isabella slowly woke up and stretched languidly from his embrace, her jade-like collarbones exquisite and delicate, vaguely outlining a color like snow sand.

With this movement, the shaking in front of her chest became even more intense.

Her eyes were full of charm, her messy long hair draped behind her, her fair body gently twisting, and a faint, alluring murmur escaped from her throat.

Cohen gasped, lightly patted Isabella's beautiful buttocks, and said in annoyance:

"Stop playing around, do you really want me to deflower you here!

If you keep seducing me like this, I can't guarantee how long my willpower will last."

Having her little thoughts seen through, Isabella stuck out her tongue, got up from Cohen's embrace, gathered her scattered秀发, and said:

"I've been wanting to ask you, your those… uh, omniscient abilities, are they a kind of prophecy ability?

I heard that every time you use prophecy, you have to pay a certain price.

Won't using it so unrestrictedly cause any harm to you?"

Cohen carefully considered his words and explained:

"It's not exactly a prophecy ability, you can think of it as an ability to find the future development path from history."

Isabella was confused, but after hearing that this ability would not cause any harm to Cohen himself, she didn't delve further.

She asked:

"Tomorrow is that 'Forging Tribe's' election meeting, but I haven't seen you go out to make any connections these past few days.

Are you that confident about getting the second vote?"

Cohen nibbled on Isabella's ear and whispered a few words.

Isabella's expression shifted, and she couldn't hide the astonishment in her eyes, saying:

"Are you that sure?"

Cohen said:

"Pretty close to certain."

Cohen asked:

"Master should be very busy these past two days, right?"

Tolkien couldn't hide the exhaustion on his face, saying:

"The eldest young master and Elder Steelaxe are about to move into my house.

Almost every morning one of them would stay for a while, and as soon as they left, the other would come right after, staying for the whole afternoon.

It's really unbearable, I don't even have time to study the spirit wood fusion forging technique!"

Cohen asked:

"Then what kind of answer did the master give them?"

Tolkien quickly said:

"According to what Mr. Cohen instructed, I didn't give a specific answer, only saying that I would make a choice based on the old chieftain's wishes at the time."

Cohen nodded slightly and whispered something in Tolkien's ear.

Tolkien's mouth was slightly open, and his face was filled with deep astonishment.

After finishing speaking, Cohen instructed:

"Tonight, please secretly meet with Elder Brooke · Steelaxe and pass on the message I just told you to him.

If he asks about the source of the information, you can say that the third young master saved a Yahn Knight from the Eastern Domain Empire while traveling on the human continent.

This Yahn Knight is a senior executive of a chamber of commerce called 'Flaming Lips' in the Eastern Domain Empire and has a lot of connections in the upper echelons of the Empire.

The Yahn Knight, in order to repay the third young master's kindness, told him this news about the safety of the dwarves, hoping that he could prepare early.

And the third young master, in order to get your support, told you this news, understand?"

Tolkien nodded thoughtfully, remained silent for a moment, and couldn't help but ask:

"Then is this news ultimately true or false!"

Cohen chuckled and said:

"Of course it's true, to be honest, the Yahn Knight in this story is me."

Tolkien's expression immediately became tense, and he asked in a solemn voice:

"Then isn't there any way to stop it?"

Cohen said in a deep voice:

"Stop it?

Stop what?

Stop the dwarves from contacting humans?

To tell you the truth, it's only a matter of time before the dwarves integrate into the human continent.

It's impossible for the human empires to give up such a large treasure land, it's just a matter of time.

Whether it's the Eastern Domain Empire, the Western Domain Empire, or any other human organization or force.

It's just a matter of who has the better means and can quickly control the dwarf tribes.

Compared to the Eastern Domain Empire's radical and strong-arm tactics that don't hesitate to launch wars, you might as well choose to cooperate with us."

Cohen's words left Tolkien stunned in place for a long time. He had been studying forging techniques all his life and was not very good at understanding the situation on the continent or political infighting.

Seeing his confused expression, Cohen didn't expect to change the other party's old-fashioned thinking with just a few conversations, and said plainly:

"Let's take care of the present first, at least we have to push Iron Rock to the position of chieftain first, so that your 'Forging Tribe' won't become a tool for others to realize their ambitions, am I right?"

Tolkien's eyes dimmed, and he nodded silently.

… …

Late at night on the day before the chieftain election meeting, the president of the Craftsmen's Guild, Tolkien · Quenchfire, dressed in a low-key outfit, secretly knocked on the door of Brooke · Steelaxe, the chief elder of the Elder Council, one of the most popular candidates for the inheritance.

When Brooke · Steelaxe cautiously opened the door and discovered that the visitor was actually the Quenchfire President, who was crucial to the final selection of the chieftain.

The expression on his face instantly became overjoyed.

The Quenchfire President came late at night, the meaning was already self-evident.

Elder Steelaxe quickly adjusted his emotions and respectfully invited Tolkien · Quenchfire into the inner room.

After the two sat down, they exchanged the usual pleasantries and greetings.

Until Elder Steelaxe couldn't sit still any longer, Tolkien said faintly:

"Brooke, we've known each other for more than thirty years, haven't we."

Playing the emotional card?

Elder Steelaxe was overjoyed. Among the three-tier representatives—the Grand General, the High Priest, and the President of the Craftsmen's Guild—he and the Quenchfire President had the closest personal relationship.

Since the other party was willing to mention emotions at this time, then tomorrow's matter was likely to be settled!

Elder Steelaxe replied:

"Yes, back then I was just an ordinary clerk by the old chieftain's side, and Quenchfire Brother was already a somewhat famous blacksmith in the tribe."

Tolkien's tone was filled with emotion:

"Why are you being so humble.

At that time, I heard many people say that there was a diligent young man by the chieftain's side who didn't talk much and handled things very efficiently.

He never relied on being the chieftain's person to act arrogantly, and the tribesmen all praised you. At that time, I knew that you would eventually make a name for yourself."

Tolkien's words were sincere. Brooke · Steelaxe was able to obtain the right of inheritance as an outsider because of his fair and pragmatic reputation in the tribe.

Elder Steelaxe laughed heartily:

"Quenchfire Brother, you came so late tonight, you wouldn't just be here to help me reminisce about the glorious past, would you."

Tolkien also smiled happily and said:

"What about the High Priest?

I haven't seen that old fellow for a long time."

Elder Steelaxe's expression froze slightly, not understanding why Tolkien suddenly mentioned the High Priest, but he still replied:

"Tomorrow is the chieftain election meeting, and many brother tribes have sent representatives, so he's probably busy entertaining them."

Tolkien said slowly:

"Call him over too, I have a secret to tell you."

Elder Steelaxe's expression became much more solemn.

Tolkien had a secret to tell him and the High Priest?

What kind of secret could make him rush over in the middle of the night?

Could it be that there were some new changes in tomorrow's chieftain election meeting?

Elder Steelaxe didn't dare to neglect and quickly contacted the High Priest using secret means.

The two continued to chat, and before long, the High Priest, smelling of alcohol, hurriedly arrived.

When he saw that the President of the Craftsmen's Guild, Tolkien · Quenchfire, was also at Elder Steelaxe's house, he felt the same excitement as Elder Steelaxe had when he first met Tolkien.

However, before long, this excitement was greatly reduced by Tolkien's secret.

Tolkien slowly said:

"During the day, the third young master, Iron Rock · Ornn, came to find me."

Hearing this opening remark, the High Priest and Elder Steelaxe looked at each other at the same time.

They had also paid attention to this third heir, who was also very popular.

However, they didn't pay too much attention to him, because the third young master, Iron Rock · Ornn, mainly lived on the human continent and rarely got involved in the political life of the tribe, and he also had less contact with the three-tier representatives.

Therefore, the two of them didn't take him too seriously. Their main opponent was still the eldest son, Rockheart · Ornn, who had the support of the Grand General and the 'Barbarian Hammer Tribe'.

Hearing Tolkien suddenly mention the third young master at this time, they couldn't help but feel a tightness in their hearts. Could it be that Tolkien had chosen to support the third young master?

They waited for Tolkien to continue.

Tolkien continued:

"What did Young Master Iron Rock come to me for, I think you two know without me saying."

Elder Steelaxe opened his mouth, but still asked:

"Then how did President Tolkien answer him."

Unconsciously, the address to Tolkien had changed.

Tolkien smiled faintly:

"Of course I refused, whether it's based on qualifications or the forces behind them, Iron Rock can't compare to his eldest brother, Rockheart, or your younger brother."

Hearing this, Elder Steelaxe and the High Priest immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

However, Tolkien's next words made the two of them's hearts rise again.

Tolkien said in a deep voice:

"When I was talking to him, in order to gain my support, he told me a huge secret that concerns the life and death of our tribe!

After much consideration, I decided to tell you this secret."

Hearing Tolkien's stern words, solemn expressions appeared on the faces of Elder Steelaxe and the High Priest.

Although they were keen on pursuing higher power and status, and even stood against each other in order to compete for the position of chieftain.

Once the tribe's safety was threatened and challenged, they would not hesitate to unite and face it together.

Tolkien said slowly:

"The third young master told me that when he was traveling on the human continent, he saved a big shot from the human race.

It seems like he's called Knight Yahn, a senior executive of a chamber of commerce called 'Flaming Lips' in the Eastern Domain Empire.

That senior executive, in order to repay the third young master's kindness, told him a secret of the upper echelons of the Eastern Domain Empire!"

Eastern Domain Empire!

Hearing this name, both Elder Steel Axe and the High Priest couldn't help but reveal an unnatural expression on their faces.

The strongest country of mankind, one of the Five Great Empires!

Vast territory, prosperous trade, brilliant culture, and strong military force, it stands in the due east of the Demon Tide Continent, adjacent to Dragon Valley!

The Third Young Master actually had such deep connections with the upper echelons of this powerful human empire.

For a moment, both of them couldn't help but look at Tie Yan · Ornn, the taciturn Third Young Master who rarely showed off, with new respect.

The High Priest narrowed his eyes slightly and said:

"'Scarlet Lips' Chamber of Commerce, I know this chamber of commerce.

It mainly deals in high-end luxury goods, only open to the upper class of the human race.

I heard that the royal family of the Eastern Region Empire is supporting it behind the scenes.

If the person the Third Young Master saved is really a senior executive of the 'Scarlet Lips' Chamber of Commerce, then it is not surprising that he can obtain some secrets from the upper echelons of the empire."

Tolkien raised his eyebrows slightly. He didn't expect the High Priest to be so knowledgeable about the human continent.

Noticing Tolkien's gaze, the High Priest smiled wryly:

"This was when I went to the Great Alliance for a meeting some time ago, and the High Priest of the 'Barbarian Hammer Tribe' told me when we were chatting.

Their daughter especially likes a perfume called Saint-something-lan sold by the 'Scarlet Lips' Chamber of Commerce, and has always wanted it, but unfortunately, she is not qualified to buy it."

Hearing the High Priest mention that the High Priest of the "Barbarian Hammer Tribe" had family members who were interested in things from the Eastern Region Empire's "Scarlet Lips" Chamber of Commerce, Tolkien couldn't help but believe Cohen's words even more.

He steadied his emotions and continued:

"This Earl Yahn learned that a powerful force in the Eastern Region Empire is preparing to cooperate with our Northwest Continent Dwarven Alliance.

They are waiting for an opportunity to annex several affiliated small countries of the Western Region Empire that are not on good terms with the Eastern Region Empire.

Once the two sides reach an agreement, these border tribes of ours will undoubtedly become the vanguard.

In an instant, it will become a battlefield for the two great empires to compete for supremacy!"

As soon as these words came out, Elder Steel Axe and the High Priest were shocked at the same time, and they all showed horrified expressions.

Elder Steel Axe directly said:

"How is this possible?

Both the 'Darkforge Tribe' and our 'Smeltcast Tribe' are among the top ten tribes of the Great Alliance.

We haven't received any news!"

Tolkien said in a low voice:

"Do you two think that the Eastern Region Empire's arrogance and dignity would allow them to negotiate with our dwarven tribes one by one?

They are only willing to talk to the strongest tribe, and after reaching an agreement, they will support this strongest tribe to control the entire dwarven race, following their lead!"

Hearing this, a flash of lightning flashed through the minds of Elder Steel Axe and the High Priest at the same time, and they said in unison:

"Barbarian Hammer Tribe?"

Tolkien silently nodded.

The High Priest's face instantly turned gloomy, and he said coldly:

"I've long heard that the 'Barbarian Hammer Tribe' has been flirting with people from the Eastern Region Empire. I thought they were just doing business and smuggling some popular commodities. I didn't expect them to be planning so deeply!

They want to drag our entire dwarven race into the flames of war between the two great empires!

Their intentions are truly heinous!"

Tolkien said in a heavy tone:

"You two, the authenticity of this secret remains to be verified, but the words of the Third Young Master should be taken seriously.

In any case, our 'Smeltcast Tribe' must not become a sacrifice for the great powers to compete!"

Elder Steel Axe and the High Priest nodded firmly at the same time.

Tolkien continued:

"Therefore, we must prevent the eldest young master Yan Xin, who has a 'Barbarian Hammer Tribe' background, from inheriting the position of chieftain!"

"Yes!"

"That's for sure. Even if I can't become this chieftain, I definitely can't let Yan Xin become it!

Otherwise, once the war starts, our 'Smeltcast Tribe' will definitely bear the brunt and be thrown out by the 'Barbarian Hammer Tribe' as a sacrifice!"

Tolkien waved his hand heavily:

"Don't tell outsiders about this matter for now. I will also instruct the Third Young Master. Everything will be discussed after Brother Steel Axe successfully becomes the chieftain tomorrow!"

Hearing Tolkien's clear statement, Elder Steel Axe and the High Priest were overjoyed and shook Tolkien's hand heavily:

"Guild Leader, our 'Smeltcast Tribe' cannot be without you!"

......

In the wide central square, in front of the huge Ornn statue, the dwarves of the "Smeltcast Tribe" poured in from all directions.

Some were wearing sturdy armor, and some were carrying huge iron hammers or sharp battle axes, with solemn faces.

They stood orderly around the statue.

A huge stone platform had already been built in front of the statue, and on the stone platform, the "Smeltcast Hammer" exuding an ancient and mysterious aura was quietly displayed.

Every dwarf who passed by had to first pay attention to the "Smeltcast Hammer".

When the dwarf representatives of the "Smeltcast Tribe" had almost entered the venue, the qualified heirs, the elders of the Council of Elders, the generals and their officers, the High Priest and his priests, the president of the Craftsmen's Union and his senior craftsmen.

Accompanied by the supervision team from the Great Alliance and some representatives sent by the brother tribes, they entered the venue in an orderly manner.

A white-haired dwarven wise man stood silently beside the statue, gently raised his magic wand, waved it slightly, and a dazzling light flashed, signaling the start of the conference.

The dwarven wise man was the oldest member of the Ornn family, and could be considered the old chieftain's uncle. It was most appropriate for him to preside over this new chieftain election conference.

After the dwarves calmed down, all eyes were focused on the wise man, who said in a low voice:

"Warriors of the Smeltcast Tribe, today we are holding the chieftain election conference here in order to elect a leader who can lead us to prosperity, and elect a leader who can recast the glory of the 'Smeltcast God'!

Please cherish the power in your hands, brothers and sisters, and elect a qualified chieftain for everyone!"

Afterwards, the wise man began to announce the old chieftain's last words and the specific process of the election conference.

The first procedure was a self-introduction, and after the introduction, the recognition of the tribe's inherited object, the 'Smeltcast Hammer', would begin.

As the voice fell, the candidate dwarves walked onto the stone platform one by one, giving a brief self-introduction and planning for the future development of the tribe.

After completing the speech, they would come to the "Smeltcast Hammer" and accept the test of the "Smeltcast Hammer".

Time passed quickly, and soon there were only three heirs left who were the most popular.

Some of the previous heirs had not been recognized by the "Smeltcast Hammer" and had left the stage sadly in advance.

It was the turn of the old chieftain's third son, Tie Yan · Ornn.

Tie Yan steadily walked to the front of the stage. Many dwarves under the stage were still a little unfamiliar with this third young master who had lived in the human continent for many years.

After Tie Yan stood still, he began to use a calm voice to explain his plans for the future of the dwarves to the tribesmen under the stage.

Unlike the empty platitudes spoken by the previous people, Tie Yan used very simple words and language, and the solutions and suggestions he put forward were all practical and realistic.

The dwarves under the stage listened carefully to Tie Yan's speech, and couldn't help but nod in agreement.

The higher-ups of the "Smeltcast Tribe" not far away also showed a slight surprise on their faces. It seemed that they had always ignored this third young master who rarely showed up in the tribe.

Tie Yan's speech was naturally prepared for him by Cohen in advance. After all, he was about to become the chieftain, so he still had to brush up his presence in front of the tribesmen and gain some goodwill.

After Tie Yan finished his sonorous speech, a few warm applause immediately rang out in the arena. After someone took the lead, applause rang out one after another, and soon it became a single piece.

Cohen in the "Shadow Plane" looked at the few "plants" who took the lead in applauding in the crowd, and nodded with satisfaction.

After Tie Yan finished his speech, he came to the front of the "Smeltcast Hammer" with a solemn expression.

He calmly stretched out his hands and steadily grasped the handle of the "Smeltcast Hammer". The moment he grasped it, a strong light burst out instantly, enveloping his whole body.

Tie Yan felt that the "Smeltcast Hammer" in his hand seemed to come alive, and was about to break free and fly back to its original place at any time.

He knew that this was the stress response of the spirituality remaining in the "Smeltcast Hammer" itself.

He exerted a little force on his hands, and an aura from the origin of the Supreme "Smeltcast God" emanated from his body.

Feeling this aura, the resistance of the "Smeltcast Hammer" was obviously much smaller.

Afterwards, the light gradually disappeared, and Tie Yan steadily raised the "Smeltcast Hammer" and showed it to everyone.

At this time, the dwarven wise man's voice roared in the venue:

"Candidate Tie Yan · Ornn has been recognized by the inherited object—the 'Smeltcast Hammer' and has the qualifications to be a candidate."

After Tie Yan, it was followed by Brooke · Steel Axe, the chief of the Council of Elders, who was deeply supported by the common people of the tribe.

Elder Steel Axe also steadily came to the stone platform, gave a brief speech, and strode to the "Smeltcast Hammer", reaching out and holding it.

Similar to the situation Tie Yan encountered, Elder Steel Axe was also shrouded in dazzling light when he held the "Smeltcast Hammer".

At the same time, Cohen, who was in the "Shadow Plane", also saw this scene through the shadow channel.

His eyebrows twitched slightly, a malicious smile appeared on his face, and the magic power surged in his body.

Activate the "Rule Skill", "The Treasury of the King"!

"The Treasury of the King": Rule Skill, Level 1, launches a will check on 50 enemies at the same time. If successful, it will collect the opponent's weapon into the "Treasury of the King". The collected weapon can be used as an arrow and shot out, exerting 30% of the weapon's power.

Cohen's willpower has reached the "MAX" level, and he easily took away the "Smeltcast Hammer" from Elder Steel Axe's hand.

On the stone platform, which was the focus of everyone's attention, everyone only saw the dazzling light that Elder Steel Axe was bathing in disappear instantly, and along with it disappeared the "Smeltcast Hammer" that had been circulating in the tribe for thousands of years!