Way of Overlord
Chapter 155: Peace All Over the World

Chapter 155: Peace All Over the World

Aeryon harboured no immediate designs of conquering Yan.

Such a bold move would undoubtedly provoke the princes of the region, and Aeryon knew he lacked the necessary million-strong army to enforce his will.

It is simply not the opportune moment for that grand endeavour.

Instead, he recognized the value of sowing terror within the hearts of the Yan people.

By striking fear into their very souls, he sought to dissuade them from rallying against him, and if they did, he hoped that their courage would be tainted by a lingering sense of dread.

Yet, Aeryon was not without his own sense of urgency.

He understood that time was a finite commodity, and his overarching plan loomed on the horizon.

The impending grand design could not be indefinitely postponed, and as it began to unfold, Aeryon realized he could not perpetually remain at the southern front.

Above all, he harboured a profound fear—an apprehension that the Yan dynasty might unleash a massacre upon the hundred tribes of the Steppes.

It was this fear that compelled him to break the northern spirit of the Yan army, to exact a toll so devastating that henceforth, the mention of the Steppes would evoke fear in the eyes of Yan’s people.

The convergence of time and circumstances provided him with a unique opportunity to lead an army to Nurshira.

Aeryon understood that such a chance could not be squandered

Aeryon harbored no aspirations of occupying the city of Nurshira.

At least not yet

His intentions is not rooted in territorial conquest but rather in the acquisition of valuable resources and the instillation of fear among the Yan people.

In his mind, the actions of the Yan Emperor, who callously treated his subjects as expendable resources, served as a rationale for Aeryon approach.

If the ruler of Yan could regard his own people as mere commodities, Aeryon reasoned, why should he not similarly exploit the city’s resources and its populace to strengthen his own tribe?

Aeryon then wrote something else on a parchment.

"Set up more messengers"

"Mayeux done all of this but I should remind him to add more. There is always a chance that the other tribes would take advantage and would try to attack us"

Even though right now, those tribes are attacking the northern countryside, there is always a chance that they could change their target and change their target to them

But Mayeux has always been a competent subordinate.

Even before he had reminded Mayeux, Mayeux had already created his own communication and information network

Effective communication within the army is vital.

Messengers and signal systems must be set up to coordinate movements, share information, and convey orders quickly and efficiently.

And Mayeux set up some kind of postal system that allows all the information around the northern region to quickly be relayed to the front.

As for logistic, three horses is enough.

After all, they are not planning to be here for long.

"The preparation is complete" he mutters to himself.

But then he look at one of the other reports and he sighed.

Mayeux wanted to use a tactic that Aeryon did not think should be used right now.

"I still wanted to pacify them" he thought to himself.

"and there is no need to use it at this time"

The tactic that Mayeux wanted to use is to gather the prisoners captured in previous battles, and then he would drive them forward in sieges and battles.

Human shield tactics. This is what Mayeux wanted to use

Aeryon understood how effective this kind of tactics is.

Now, that Mayeux is allowed to lead armies and warriors, his talent in using all kinds of tactics is slowly being unveiled.

These "shields" would often take the brunt of enemy arrows and crossbow-bolts, thus somewhat protecting the Steppe warriors

And he could even use them as assault unit to breach wall. Logically, this is the best decision.

But Aeryon still wanted to try to not use this kind of tactic. For a moment, he sat there and close his eyes.

Should he even think about the welfare of the enemies right now? If his people is captured by the Yan, would the Yan afford his people with that same kind of mercy?

No, he knows the answer the moment he ask it. The Yan people look at the Steppe people like they are animals and they treated the Steppe like animals.

If they have method of the future, they might even make all of the woman of the Steppe infertile.

There was that one nation in his world that use that kind of tactics to try to wipe out the population of the people of the Steppe.

"Yan people....

He sighed and for fifteen minutes, he thinks of this matter

And then he clenched his fist like he had made some kind of decision. He opens his eyes and determination flashes in his eyes.

Aeryon then got up and walk outside his tent. And then he look at the city gate in the distance.

Aeryon look at the city gate and smile.

"Call Mayeux over here"

...

The mere presence of Aeryon encampments outside Nurshira was enough to send shivers through the city’s inhabitants.

Aeryon, the mastermind behind the calculated chaos, had divided his forces into three distinct groups.

He led one himself, while Belarion and Mayeux helmed the others.

Aeryon took satisfaction in the fact that neighbouring tribes had heeded his call and were now raiding the northern countryside.

This had yielded a substantial number of captives, whom he regarded as a valuable labour force.

With ambitious construction projects in mind, he recognized that his current pool of laborers fell short of his requirements.

His vision is crystal clear; he aspired to build a city like no other, destined to become his capital.

The Brolgadhr settlement, once a modest dwelling, would evolve into a bustling metropolis.

As for Yan, they need to learn how to fear the people of the Steppe

They needed to harbour a sense of trepidation concerning the Great Steppe.

Aeryon is keenly aware that the success of his impending raid on the city would expedite the disintegration of Yan’s hold on the northern region.

"And once that happens, it would be easy" he mutters to himself

"There is many tribes of other ethnicities in the northern region. They are discriminated and treated like livestock and exploited by the people of Yan. As long as they could see a force that could stand up against Yan, I could persuade them to join me"

Aeryon needed men. And he needed more people.

More people means more mouth to feed but if it is used properly, more people also means more productivity.

He wanted to create not only an empire but an empire that would last. An empire that would eclipse the great conqueror of the world.

There is an example in his own history in his world

The Yuan dynasty of his world was destined for failure in Aeryon eyes.

Despite its impressive rise, it remained stagnant for centuries, with no significant changes to its laws.

It was a society marred by deep-seated divisions among its people, akin to a rigid caste system.

Aeryon knew that such a system could only nurture resentment, which would eventually erupt into chaos.

Armed with his knowledge of historical trends, Aeryon aspired to break this cycle.

His empire wouldn’t just be vast; it would stand the test of time, ushering in a golden era of prosperity.

This ambition had grown within him, gradually taking root.

Initially, he had never dreamt so grand, but with the tools and systems at his disposal, why not aim for greatness?

Aeryon understood that wielding great power also meant embracing significant responsibility, a principle that he was ready to uphold.

Aeryon believed in the unification of the Great Steppe’s people as a means to usher in a profound era of peace. In his world, history often remembered the atrocities committed by Genghis Khan and his ilk, but it tended to overlook the subsequent period of tranquillity that emerged afterwards.

Following Genghis Khan’s conquests, he and his descendants laid the foundation for what became known as the Pax Mongolica.

This Latin term translates to "Mongol peace" and signifies a significant epoch of relative stability across Eurasia during the 13th and 14th centuries.

The Pax Mongolica brought an extended period of calm and prosperity to the inhabitants of the conquered territories, demonstrating that, after a time of turbulence, peace could flourish.

Aeryon saw this historical example as a potential blueprint for his ambitions of uniting the Great Steppe and creating a lasting era of peace.

Following the passing of the first Mongol emperor, Genghis Khan, in 1227, the empire that he had forged stretched expansively, encompassing territory from the Pacific coast of China to the far reaches of Eastern Europe.

This monumental expansion had significant consequences for the Silk Road, a network of ancient trade routes that had long been plagued by the turmoil of warring kingdoms along its path.

Under Mongol dominion, the Silk Road was brought entirely under their control, ushering in an era of unparalleled stability.

This newfound orderliness transformed the Silk Road into a conduit for uninterrupted trade and cultural exchange, spanning the breadth of Europe to East Asia.

Along these well-preserved routes, a rich variety of goods flowed freely.

Horses, porcelain, jewels, silk, paper, and even gunpowder found their way from one civilization to another.

European adventurers, such as the Venetian merchant Marco Polo, were now able to undertake journeys that spanned the vast expanse of the Silk Road, venturing all the way to China and back.

This period of the Pax Mongolica had opened doors to unbridled commerce and cultural interchange that reshaped the world

The impact of Mongol rule on the Silk Road extended beyond trade and stability.

They also revolutionized communication along these ancient routes by introducing a highly efficient postal relay system.

This innovation allowed for swift and reliable transmission of messages and information, further enhancing the interconnectedness of the regions touched by the Silk Road.

Moreover, the Mongols promoted cultural diversity and religious tolerance along these trade routes.

Under their rule, people of various faiths coexisted harmoniously, and this melting pot of cultures and religions brought about a new era of religious freedom throughout the empire.

Across the expansive steppes of Asia, travellers could encounter Muslims, Christians, and adherents of other faiths living and working alongside Mongols who continued to practice their traditional beliefs.

Aeryon believe that he could create such peace.

His own Pax Romana. His own Pax Mongolica.

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