Overlimit Skill Holder
Book 6: Chapter 9.1

Distribution Meeting

The discussion of the World Conference changed completely. As soon as the meeting started the next morning, there was a proposal from Yuri, the representative of the Sylvis Kingdom.

——In building a joint defense for the “coming threat”, we will offer the skill orbs of our kingdom to the countries that wish to cooperate.

The total number of skill orbs stockpiled by the Sylvis Kingdom is 2.67 million.

It is certain that most of them are 1 or 2-stars, but there were 4 5-stars, 959 4-stars, and 20,000 3-stars.

The representatives’ eyes lit up in response, but they calmed down with the following words:

「The skill orbs in the Third Forest have already depleted. Therefore, there is no future without a successful ”World Union”. To that extent, our King is thinking about the future after.」

It would cost a tremendous amount to buy the 2.67 million skill orbs, including the four 5-stars.

No, at some point, even if you pile up all the gold in the world, you can’t buy it all—the probability of a 5-star skill orb appearing is extremely low, and even more so now that new skill orbs are no longer appearing.

Asha grinned knowingly, watching the debate from a special seat, and Yuri-san blushed in response. Matvey-san, who was next to Asha, said, “If there is still a country that complains despite all this, ignore them.”

Cardinal Thomason took over the discussion from that point onward.

Countries that directly possess land where skill orbs are produced will not be included in this distribution.

Specifically, the Kruvan Holy Kingdom with the “First Altar”.

Valhalla, the capital of the Keith Gran Federation, has “Third Forest” and “Sixth Mine”.

The dwarven kingdom with the “Fifth Tower”.

Saint Knight Kingdom with the “Seventh Highlands”.

The “Second Ocean”, “Fourth Glacier”, and “Eighth Lava” are harsh lands for mining skill orbs, and also include conflict areas that are not recognized as owned by a specific nation. This time those were excluded.

Other than that, some countries declined the distribution.

A country with high loyalty to the Church, well-funded and well-armed.

The other is the Windle Republic , which is proud of its national management that does not rely on skill orbs.

「For 5-star skill orbs, we will draw lots because there are only 4. Also, countries that have obtained 5-stars will not be able to receive the 4-star skill orb distribution. In addition, the nature of the 5-star will not be revealed until it is distributed.」

This remark was criticized by the representatives one after another.

For example, there are also 5-star skill orbs that are useless in battle——there may be something like【Dexterity ★★★★★】.

「If you are dissatisfied, you may decline the 5-star distribution.」

Cardinal Thomason, however, did not entertain the criticism.

Even if it is【Dexterity】, as long as it is a 5-star, there may be a wealthy person who would desire it no matter the cost. Selling it to such a person will be able to net a considerable amount of money. In fact, Cardinal Thomason said:

「After the 5-star skill orbs distribution, if you do not need it, the Church is ready to hold an auction to help sell it.」

Then, the discussion continued about 4-star skill orbs. This will be distributed to 6 countries, excluding the 4 countries which received the 5-stars. But due to the limited number of skill orbs needed to build a defense line, the Church made a list of the 956 4-stars and will let the 6 countries choose which skill orbs they need in order.

As such, the participating countries are worried about whether to gamble for an unknown 5-star, or receive 160 4-stars that will steadily strengthen their military force.

I was deeply impressed by Cardinal Thomason’s capabilities. The countries were no longer concerned about “whether to participate in the construction of a joint defense” but “how to receive the best skill orb”.

Asha arrived here yesterday. In just one night, Cardinal Thomason was able to conceive the distribution method and guide the flow of the discussion.

I wonder if he has a【Discussion】skill or something similar.

Cardinal Thomason’s complexion was bad. Probably because he has been lacking sleep.

On the other hand, the Pope, who was next to the Cardinal, was silent. Her Holiness hasn’t said a word since guaranteeing my identity on the first day.

I haven’t learned much about why she was in the position of Pope even though she seems to be similar in age to me.

「!」

The Pope glanced at me. I could hardly see her expression through the gray veil over her. But her jewel-like purple eyes felt like they gleamed.

She immediately turned her line of sight to the front. I felt that this person was not just a normal girl.【World Ruler】’s non-reaction felt unpleasant to me.

**

Discussions at the World Conference proceeded, and the conclusion of the treaty will be held three days after. By then, the details of the treaty will be finalized, and which country will get the 5-stars skill orbs will be decided.

From my point of view, it would be better to receive 160 4-stars over one 5-stars, but a 5-star skill orb seems to be extremely exceptional, after all. Many countries still haven’t made up their mind, it seems.

Even when I was in the Kruvan Holy Kingdom, I heard that the power of a noble House would change depending on the presence or absence of a 5-star.

While the world conference was proceeding, another discussion was also taking place.

「—Everyone has now gathered.」Duke Grenjido said.

In a small conference hall in the same building where the World Conference is held. The people gathered here were representatives of the various races.

The representative of the Librarian race was someone who I am familiar with, the same person from the village of the “Sage of Medicine”.

The representative of the Beast King race was a giant gorilla.

The representative of the Gnome race was an old man with long gray hair and a long beard. His nose was big and rough. His height was only up to about my waist. Compared to the giant gorilla beside him, his body weight seemed 10 times lighter.

The representative of the High Elf race was Yuri-san.

The representative of the Dwarf race is a muscular man who was also the national representative. He was called the “Crown Prince”, but he looked to be over 50 years old. His long grizzled hair was tied behind. And he constantly massaged his thick beard.

And of course, the representative of the Holy Blue Human was Duke Grenjido.

And the representative of the Continental Human was Holiday, representative of Windle Republic.

Each representative brought a few attendants along, so the population density was quite high in the small conference hall. I stood behind Duke Grenjido—next to Earl Sillys. Lady Eva was sitting at a waiting table in the back.

「The reason we are all gathered here is, of course, in relation to the revocation of the Covenant. The talks about “World Union” were settled at the previous meeting, but the revocation of the Covenant must be done by the pledgers.」

Then, the giant gorilla wearing a flashy kimono raised his hand slightly.

「Why are you leading this discussion?」

……Oh my! It’s a woman! I-I am so sorry. I mistakenly thought you were a man.

Moreover, her voice was lovely and cute.

「I was just asked to by Cardinal Thomason. If you have a problem with me leading it, you may take over, Your Excellency Minminshen.」

「Mou… Please stop calling me “Your Excellency” as if we’re strangers. You and I have a close relationship, don’t we?」

An acquaintance of Duke Grenjido?

Rather, what kind of name is Minminshen?

I could not follow the conversation.

「In the past, Duke Grenjido had to fight Her Excellency Minminshen before he was enthroned as the Holy King. The Duke struggled hard to win, but since then, Her Excellency Minminshen has fallen in love with him.」

「That sounds like a private matter.」I said.

「Honestly, I am glad I can finally tell you these stories.」

Earl Sillys said, with a wink and an impish smile. Yet, his handsomeness did not reduce even a little.

「I don’t mind if you wish to be the facilitator, but you see, you will have to consider Kruvan’s interests at some point, right? Those thoughts will hinder your impartiality as the representative of the Pledgers.」the gorilla-san said.

「In other words, I would try to revoke the Covenant in a way which would avoid the Kruvan Holy Kingdom from taking any damage?」Duke Grenjido said.

「Mhm, yes.」

Duke Grenjido raised both hands in response, and said:

「Understood. Then someone else should take over as facilitator… but I hope today’s discussions are premised on revoking the Covenant. We don’t have enough time to discuss the right and wrong of revoking the Covenant.」

「Are we just tools to revoke the Covenant? We respected and abided by the Church’s summons due to the coexistence relationship we have with them. However, each representative was only concerned with their personal interests. No one truly cared about the Covenant, the Pledgers, and the Skill Orbs.」the Gnome representative said, anger reflected on his face.

「You’re completely right. I was really disgusted by the low-level discussions.」the gorilla-san said.