High School Soldier
89. Peace treaty with the Arevelks
2 October 2321, 20:31 WIB/1914 Kingdom of Arevelk, at night.
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All those who saw a small land that floated above the ground must have put on an amazed expression. It is no exception for Indonesian representatives to attend the signing of the peace agreement. They are aware if this phenomenon is part of ‘magic’, they will not say anything that makes them look ‘norak’.
Several soldiers photographed the Cloud Palace erected on this floating land. They were certain that people in the origin world would be astonished if there was this kind of phenomenon in the other world. Some parties may consider the photo edited, but it is not impossible that the Gate will be opened to the public and the people of Indonesia can see this phenomenon with their own eyes.
Cloud Palace floated at an altitude of 70 meters above ground level, transport helicopters could of course reach that height. That's why Sucipto ordered Combat Group 1 and 5 Commanders to deliver their helicopters. Though the host has provided their best dragons, but TNI's ‘naga’ is much better.
Sucipto brought in 11 officers to witness the signing of the peace treaty, including Nio who would become the interpreter for these officers, and Gio who became a rank-and-file fellow of Nio at this meeting. All the officers were taken as First Lieutenant to Captain, while Nio and Gio were First Lieutenant Assistance Officers who were both promoted to First Lieutenant officers.
“Nio, do you feel there will be many beautiful women waiting for us there?”
“Bang Gio, hope it's okay, but don't height.”
Gio responded to Nio's reply with a wry smile and prepared to get off the transport helicopter. Gio was a soldier who served in the Palembang Garrison.
Although Nio and Gio were of the same rank, seniority was still required. Moreover, the age of Nio who is quite far adrift with 32-year-old Gio.
Upon reaching the courtyard of the Cloud Palace, everyone descended from the transport helicopters and looked in admiration at this magnificent palace. From the palace courtyard, they could see the small towns that were around the Royal capital.
Several dragon and wyvern riders flashed to carry out the security mission, hundreds of special warriors had also been prepared at the strategic point of the palace.
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Hin who saw a group of people wearing TNI AD ceremonial service uniforms with amazed looks, or rather ‘terpesona’.
“It looks like they really appreciate simplicity.”
Hin was actually amazed by the clothes worn by the soldiers, because it was not attached to the frills that only added weight to the clothes. Because in the military uniform of the Kingdom, high officers will certainly put up many medals and other decorations that make it unsightly.
Only a few TNI identities are attached to the ceremonial service uniform, including the symbol of the Union of TNI AD and the rank mark, as well as the name of the soldier.
The nobles who saw the representatives of the TNI with a certain view meaning. They believe that the TNI is forged hard, to exceed the limits of fairness. That was why they were able to defeat two fire dragon kings. If they find out the truth, the TNI soldiers trained ‘semanusiawi’ probably.
the nobles, both parliamentarians and military nobles alike looked upon these representatives with respect.
At first they thought it was a joke when this army that was not wearing metal armor had defeated the fire dragon king, then the military nobles wanted to investigate it further. People would be very disturbed when thinking about how this green army defeated the two-tailed fire dragon king.
The nobles wanted to know the name of the country, and the military power of the country. They entrusted the task to their queen, Sigiz.
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Hin and Sigiz said welcome words to the TNI representative group. This was basically a formal welcome for the foreign party's visit when they visited the Cloud Palace. After that, the soldiers tried to blend in with the nobles.
The polite attitude these soldiers displayed, made the military nobles feel unsure if they were not a strong army. Only their faces alone showed if they had gone through the heavy stuff of being soldiers.
Perhaps to the nobles it sounded surprising when the representatives of the powerful forces were willing to attend a ceremony like this. According to a certain point of view, the strong are unwilling to set foot into a weak country.
Since the treaty leads to peace, neither side can destabilize it. The talks will involve the reputation, traditions and customs of both countries. This makes this conversation sound very difficult.
This task should be left to the representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as attended by the leader of the country. However, the state of war still does not allow to involve important parties of the country in danger.
By sending the military to sign a peace agreement, the central government has another goal, which is to show if there should be no country in the world that messes with the Indonesian military. Even if it was only light sabotage, the party who did that would experience the worst fight of his life.
In addition, the purpose of sending military representatives to overcome the military arrogance of the Arevelk Kingdom after successfully defeating the forces of the Luan Empire. It is possible that after the battle with the Empire, they will say “There is no other nation as strong as the Arevelk Nation, an Arevelk knight better than any other country's knight”. In other words, sending TNI representatives to this event in retaliation against the Royal military nobles, it was possible that the other nobles were used to their arrogant attitude, he said, but the TNI will not allow this.
The kingdom had very few female soldiers, and the nobles were astonished when five female officers were with the representatives. For the dispatch of female representatives, the Indonesian government ordered to dispatch some female officers.
Sigiz and several nobles approached the delegation, Nio was in charge of introducing Sigiz by the officers who were representatives. They looked amazed when Nio translated Sigiz's words, they regretted that soldiers like Nio were not in the Main Force.
“Looks like the nobles are feeling disinclined towards your comrades, Mr. Nio. Your country's military officers seem too humble.”
“Although they are tough, humble warriors is the identity of the Indonesian people.”
“In...dho..ne, what? Why is your country name so difficult Mr Nio?”
Nio only smiled and chuckled after Sigiz had difficulty in naming the Indonesian name. After that, Sigiz repeatedly tried to be able to correctly name Indonesia, but Nio advised him not to put in too much effort.
In accordance with Royal tradition, the guest of honor sits on a seat of honor facing directly with the throne in this hall.
Female nobility looked at female officer clothes, they thought if the way Indonesian women dress is enough ‘closed’, it surprised them. Although simple and color is not conspicuous, but the ceremonial service uniform worn by female officers looks ‘mewah’ in the eyes of noble women.
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The signing of a peace treaty cannot be broadcast live through the mass media, it is impossible to establish a communication channel in this world for now.
That is why, some soldiers who carry cameras and smartphones that have camera features photograph the most historic moments of the century. Because for the first time, the Indonesian government with the intermediary of General Sucipto entered into an agreement with one country in the other world. The flash of the camera made the people who attended this event feel frightened and fascinated. They did not expect that the other world had light magic as well, let alone magic that could store pieces of moments.
One more thing, the great witch who came late also witnessed the first agreement Indonesia made with the Kingdom of Arevelk.
From Nio's point of view, this treaty was the beginning to spread the Indonesian influence of the Kingdom of Arevelk and end the war. Although Nio was tired of the translation task, he was taking advantage of this time off to replenish his strength. However, before long he heard a shocking voice, Nio assured himself that the owner of the voice was not here.
His head started to feel dizzy as Nio slowly turned around to look at the owner of the voice calling out to him.
Standing a general of the infantry force of the Kingdom of Arevelk. Lux put on a cold, firm and small-breasted face. This 17-year-old girl tilted her head with a mischievous smile shown to Nio.
Nio turned around as Lux walked towards him, then the woman pulled her sleeve.
“Please don't get too cold, I know you're not interested in small-breasted women. But they can still grow as big as the chest of Queen Sigiz's. I will work hard to be a woman who suits you, Mr. Nio.”
Lux's eyes glowed and her lips smiled. Lux is convinced that she won't be rejected.
After that, Nio got dizzy.
Some military nobles saluted the girl nicknamed Mad Sword, it was enough to convince Nio if Lux was really strong. Rather than liking it, Nio felt admiration for Lux.
According to Nio, it would be much better to marry a younger woman, Lux for example. Of course Nio does not have a special type to be a wife, but Sigiz is the type Nio wants the most. However, Sigiz's status as a queen makes Nio think of looking for another woman, although he realizes that Sigiz is too often near him.
Nio uses various excuses to reject Lux's invitation to visit her residence.
“I feel that you are moody, then why not visit my house?”
“Yes, I have to put work first, I hope you understand.”
“What being a translator is a job, if it means you are very impressive. But if you have a private meeting with me, I will be very happy.”
“No, no, no, that's not what I mean..”.
Nio tries to prevent Lux from pulling her hand, but the happy face that this girl shows makes Nio have to resign, aka no way out for Nio.
“Are you really not interested in me? Some of my colleagues tell me if I have turned 17 years old, we can do ‘itu’. But because of my small chest, you tried to reject it right?”
Nio showed a panicked face, as a woman like Lux could say that when the situation was in the crowd.
“Nih persistent girl really?”
Nio shouted in his heart for someone to help him out of this kind of situation. However, suddenly the thing that makes Nio's head more dizzy is the appearance of Sigiz. It made Lux unable to do anything, all she could do was pay her respects to her queen.
“Now, since the peace agreement has been signed, I want you to introduce me to those female officers.”
Nio was relieved if he could continue the work, but Lux did not give up immediately. Lux said that she was trying to be a suitable wife for Nio in a loud tone. It made Sigiz instantly pull Nio's hand and walk towards the female officers being gathered.
“How should I start?”
“Please look there.”
Sigiz pointed towards the female officers who were not spoken to by the nobles. Nio understood the reason, because lack of language skills was the main reason.
The noble women had no desire to talk to the female officers.
“Perhaps due to language limitations right?”
“Not only that Mr. Nio. to us, the people of Arevelk Kingdom, your country is an unknown existence. Even a queen like me knows that your country has an incredible culture and a terrifying military might. However, how much are they and I alone about the people of your country? I know very well if you are a good soldier. In addition, I heard some news that the female soldiers of your country are much more ruthless and powerful. I believe they are afraid to approach them because of such an understanding, they might be afraid if approaching the female officers might invite a brutal fight with a fist or kick.”
Nio recalled the time when he had just joined the Karanganyar Garrison troops and the first meeting with Herlina. At that time he and other newly graduated soldiers were directly whipped with wood by Herlina on their buttocks. He remembered the incident so clearly, that when he thought back he would smile.
“It seems like the news of the death of the two fire dragon kings spread quickly. People may still worry if such an event will happen again. They may think as to when this peace will last. Have you thought about it, Queen Sigiz?”
Man is a creature that seeks to drive out fear with force. It is this kind of encouragement that can give birth to the seeds of future conflicts, such as unexpected wars with the TNI.
“Because of that, I, Sigiz, will set a good example. In this way, our country will take a step towards mutual understanding, and this will ease your task, Mr. Nio.”
Sigiz walked up to the female officers in conversation, but she suddenly kept quiet because she did not know the Indonesian she had to say if she wanted to say hello.
“She really is a queen.”
Nio approached Sigiz and the female officers, he started by introducing Sigiz.
When he saw Nio translate the words of the female officers, Sigiz in his heart said, “I hope to learn many things with you in the future.”
When he saw Sigiz looking at Nio with a reddish face, Lux looked at his queen with an envious or some kind of look. Apparently, Lux prefers that she should be the one with Nio longer.
Sigiz's humble attitude, made the female officers to be impressed and want to know the life of a girl in this world.
Thanks to Sigiz who helped Nio interact with female officers made it possible to reduce the anxiety of noble women towards them.
As Sigiz had predicted earlier, the noblewomen began flocking towards the female officer and Nio. Then, as if interested in this, the other nobles joined them.
This was the conversation between the representatives of Indonesia and the nobles of the Kingdom, which was the first step to reconcile with the warring parties.
Currently, the atmosphere of the hall felt peaceful and harmonious.
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“The empire can still fight!”
But Bogat did not listen to what one of the military nobles said, even though he still wanted to defeat the TNI.
Anyone would have realized that it was too impossible to defeat the Gate's ruling army. However, Sheyn easily has a desire to reconcile with them. This action of his was simply to get him the dirty words of the military faction nobles.
“What happens to the pride of the Empire if we cannot repel them to their home world!?”
A military noble did not hold back his voice, so his loud voice echoed in this room.
After taking a few breaths, Sheyn approached her father after being ruled. He might feel suspicious, but he had to obey.
Sheyn's eyebrows dropped sharply after her father whispered something, it made Sheyn think that Bogat had the same mindset as her.
“I understand, I will carry out this command.”
“As I said, we should invite those troops to the palace to make a peace agreement with us as well.”
Sheyn's bright face only lasted for a while, because the military faction's bully did not agree with Bogat's decision to also want peace with the TNI.
Some of them even said, “Emperor is too cowardly!”
However, Sheyn had not realized that her father's request to invite the green troops to the Empire was only part of a plan drawn up by the military faction. Of course in this plan they involve slaves obtained from Indonesia.