Miss Witch Doesn't Want to be a Diva

Standing amidst the crowd, as the echoing shouts spread in all directions, a subtle emotion welled up in Tilan's heart—wondering why things turned out this way, or at what point it all went wrong, causing such a transformation.

In truth, her purpose for establishing the Stone Sword Covenant was to ensure that the grasslands would no longer see figures like the Wolf Blood Queen, and to create a relatively civilized and more equal environment.

The term 'Queen' didn't really fit her ideal, as it signified a disparity in status far beyond that of ordinary people, not the kind of beautiful society she wished to build. However, she understood clearly now that she was no longer the high school student from years ago; she knew that the development of anything was not achieved overnight. At this time, speaking to these people about equality, fairness, and unity might be like speaking to a dreamer, with neither a realistic basis nor understanding from them.

Shaking her head, she thought, even in the Federation's society, words like Emperor, King, Queen, and Princess still exist in abundance in various nicknames and entertainment works and games. It can only be said that people are innately drawn to this image, both in their desire to become rulers themselves and in their hope that a perfect and powerful ruler will lead everyone out of an environment of destitution.

In the face of vast systems and institutions, an individual is always weak. If one cannot break through the heavy barriers of restrictions, should a great person appear, able to turn the tide and change the world, then all sorts of beautiful titles would be bestowed upon them, with 'King' being merely one of them, and the most often used.

However, now, she originally wanted to take a hands-off approach. Being suddenly addressed as Queen, she found it hard to just ignore it. It could only be said that indeed power and responsibility go hand in hand. If she were to neglect her duties in the future, there would likely be people criticizing, saying this Hexia Queen is truly mediocre, or indulging in play and entertainment, ignoring the millions of lives across the grassland and so on.

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but find it amusing, perhaps recalling the classroom in her childhood, where naughty students were made class leaders by the teacher, trapping them with the title to compel self-discipline and learning—

The principle within is particularly similar to the current situation.

Fine, then. If she's to manage them, so be it, as far as they can progress, it will be up to them.

...

After concluding this alliance and agreement, Hexia first had the folks return with food provisions. She herself stayed on the grassland for nearly ten days more, meeting with representatives sent by various settlements, handling and adjudicating accumulated conflicts on the grasslands, and only then prepared to leave.

"Your Majesty, the first batch of Patrol Cavalry teams has been assembled. We request your review." In the grand stone-built hall, Gus reported with utmost respect.

During these days, he had witnessed the capabilities of this new Queen. Compared to the Wolf Blood Queen, Hexia was not easy to fool in the least. His once prided flattery and compliments only invited her criticism. Meanwhile, individuals from various settlements flooded the new Queen's tent, and if he couldn't strive to make a good impression before Hexia left, Gus feared he would have difficulty maintaining his current position after her departure.

"So quickly?" Tilan set aside the stack of recent statistical data and walked out of the hall with a group of settlement representatives.

Standing on the high platform, below were three columns of cavalry, all warriors meticulously selected from various settlements, with the majority being at Sequence 2 or above. Firearms hung from their steeds, and they carried blades, swords, spears, and axes. As they had just been assembled, their weapons were not uniform.

Upon seeing Tilan appear, the cavalry captains beckoned their team, subsequently leading them to gallop across the grassland. While perhaps not strictly disciplined, they at least strove to cooperate at this moment, maintaining a roughly consistent formation even amid their galloping.

They then faced various set obstacles to overcome, like road-threatening barriers, erected wooden walls, and wooden dummies clad in chainmail staked into the ground. They easily traversed them, brandishing their weapons at the dummies as they charged.

It was evident that these warriors were highly skilled, or perhaps overly skilled, given that conflicts occurred almost daily on the grasslands. Any warrior with some ability would have survived at least a dozen life-and-death battles. Among the survivors from these eliminations, none were of poor skill.

After watching the drill of the three cavalry teams, Gus inquired whether they should proceed to the actual combat segment, which involved selecting two teams to duel, showcasing their strength.

"There's no need for that." Tilan raised her hand, signaling the three distant squads to return.

"They are all excellent warriors; there is no need to use such a costly method to demonstrate this now."

"However, I see most of them rely on cold weapons; we should incorporate the learning and training of hot weapons in the future." As soon as she finished speaking, someone nearby immediately picked up a pen and paper to make a note, a scene that made Gus internally grumble, thinking these guys might be even better at flattery than him.

"The task of popularizing education and setting up academies lies with you all." Saying this, Tilan looked towards several Grey Feather Species behind her, including her acquaintance Sigismund.

"As you command, Your Majesty." This appropriately dressed Grey Feather Species Scholar bowed respectfully, expressing that they would do their utmost to fulfill this task.

"Additionally, regarding the establishment of a radio station, from now on it must be activated at a set time every evening to communicate the clauses of the Stone Sword Covenant to the entire grassland and its surroundings, along with narrating the recent significant events." Tilan mentioned another matter.