Aztec Civilization: Destiny to Conquer America!

"Chief Divine protect us! I am Priest Tomate from the Western Highland, representing the Mexica Alliance! I come with the command of the Mexica War God! Among you, who is the representative of the Canul Clan?"

Priest Tomate leapt onto the mudflat, holding the "Book of Ama Colley" aloft, shouting loudly toward the other side. Beside him, Tikalo translated loudly while keeping his head down. Last time when docking at Brocade Snake City, he brought another Mayan translator, honestly, it was not satisfactory. Many profound teachings of the Chief Divine and the implied words of the Divine Descendants were stutteringly translated, lacking cultural depth.

"Hmm, Tikalo is more capable!"

Priest Tomate straightened his spine, lost in thoughts as he surveyed the surroundings.

Opposite him, the Maya warriors showed no movement, but their divine leader was hesitantly observing. After a moment, the leader with the most warriors stepped forward. He clasped his fists against his chest and raised his Divine Staff, responding solemnly.

"War God Ek protects! From the Western Highland Navajo Priest, I am the governor of Salt Village, the divine leader of Maxcanú in Kanu City, Kanu Marx! I rank third in the Kapok City Council of Elders, the most esteemed Divine Descendant here. I come to represent the Canul Clan to negotiate with you!"

"Maxcanú in Kanu City, Kanu Marx?"

Hearing this renowned name, Mayan merchant Tikalo's eyes shifted with surprise on his face.

Maxcanú in Kanu City is only a hundred miles from Salt Village, a northern stronghold of the Canul Clan, the third largest City-State, second only to the central capital Kelkini Kapok City and the southern major city Hecelchakán, the Grass Tree City. The name "Kanu Marx" in Yucatan Maya means the "four monkeys of the Divine." Maxcanú in Kanu City is thus known as "Monkey City."

"Priest Tomate, the opposite party is ranked third in the Canul Council of Elders. The Kingdom Fleet arrived swiftly, so the Canul Council couldn't reach a consensus this quickly to send an acknowledged representative. This Kanu Marx indeed is the most important divine descendant in the North!"

Upon hearing this, Priest Tomate raised his eyebrows. He nodded, pleased with Tikalo's addition. Next, he confidently took several steps forward, approaching Kanu Marx, and cordially bowed.

"Praise the War God! He brings together the Toltec brothers from the Highland and the Toltec brothers from the Lowland, after many hundreds of years!"

"Uh... Praise the War God! It is He who brings us together!"

Upon hearing this greeting, Kanu Marx's eyelids twitched, responding with forced civility. Indeed, the Canul Clan possesses Toltec-Nava bloodline, having followed the Feathered Serpent King eastward to the Maya region five hundred years ago. Yet over these centuries, they have intermarried and assimilated with local Maya Tribes, scarcely speaking Navajo now. Without translation, he could only comprehend few scattered words.

As for the Toltec Kingdom of the Highland, it met its demise hundreds of years ago amidst the series of southward migrations by the Wilderness Tribes! The ones emerging now as "Toltec people" are undoubtedly descendants of the Wilderness Children, and to call them brothers... Hmm, they seem formidable, and bringing ships laden with expensive gemstones, it seems agreeable.

Understanding this, Kanu Marx slightly bowed his head, returning the greeting.

"...Brothers from the Highland Toltec! Your fleet sailed eastward, news of you reached all coastal tribes, dubbed the 'God of Wealth's Gemstone Fleet.' Our Canul Clan received news days ago, yet the Council of Elders have delayed the decision; neighboring city-states first dispatched troops here, awaiting your... trade."

Kanu Marx raised his head, gazing at the hundred archers on the seven longships, the hundred armored warriors, the hundred hand axe sailors, and the hundred spear-wielding Putun Tribe, his pupils constricted. Then when he looked at Priest Tomate, a friendly smile appeared in his eyes.

"The War God protects us! Priest Tomate, your fleet's gemstone prices are very fair, warmly welcomed by various states! Fearing missing you, warriors from clan cities arrived ahead, while civilian carriers transporting goods are still behind, it will take one or two days to arrive. Long voyages are always arduous, why not invite the fleet leaders to rest in Salt Village. Tonight, I will host a banquet to welcome the brothers from afar!"

"The War God protects us!"

Priest Tomate watched Kanu Marx's face, seeing his slightly embarrassed expression and evasive gaze, he responded with a smile.

"Respected Chieftain Kanu Marx, our fleet carries the sacred mission granted by the War God, also adhering to the prophets' prophecy. Our journey is urgent, we must proceed to Snake Island in the Eastern Sea, we dare not delay along the way, and cannot linger here long."

Upon hearing this, Kanu Marx frowned, clutching his Divine Staff tightly. After counting the hundred warriors of the Kingdom Fleet against his own thousand warriors, his face turned stern, ready to issue a threat.

"However, the War God has long issued a command! The gemstones we've brought are precisely for gifting to the brothers along the way!"

Watching and noticing, Priest Tomate smiled and promptly added. Then, he took a deep breath, looking at the far-off divine descendants from various tribes, and shouted loudly.

"Brothers of the Canul Clan! Please come here to discuss! I bring the War God's command, to gift you gemstones!!"

Priest Tomate shouted three times, then signaled the fleet. Several dozen Vastec warriors disembarked, carrying bags filled with jangling Lake Gems, coming beside Priest Tomate. Next, they piled gemstones on the shore, accumulating to half a person's height. Some bags spilled open, with verdant green, vivid red, golden yellow, azure blue, all colors of gemstone glimmers sparkling under the sunlight, immediately captivating the Maya Divine Descendants' gaze.