The clouds of war in Quel'thalas dissipated overnight.

As the last group of pirates exited Yongge Forest with their stolen things at dawn, the elf civilians who were worried by the fierce battle these days can finally be relieved.

The rangers in Silver Moon City were moving in the dark, announcing the end of the war to the people who came to take refuge in different places. They also organized these elves with their families to return to their hometown in an orderly manner tomorrow morning.

This news caused cheers from time to time in the Silver Moon City in the dark.

For the elves who were in a peaceful corner, this battle that lasted for several days undoubtedly reminded them of the tragedy of the violent orcs rushing into their hometown during the Orc War a few years ago.

But what’s lucky this time is that the pirates seem to be only interested in money, which gives most civilians living in Yongge Forest the chance to escape.

Moreover, because of the short duration, their village and town houses were not destroyed. Although some money was lost, they were able to preserve their lives and homes, and the elves still sincerely thanked the King of the Sun for their protection this night.

But few people know that the damage caused to Quelthalas by the Pirates of the North Sea and the Son of the Night in these days was ten times more than the violent orcs who rushed into the Yongge Forest.

The destruction of the Well of the Sun alone is enough to make the senior members of Queldore's elves feel lost.

However, there is more than this bad news.

"Your Majesty, the rangers and mages who went to Desom were ruthlessly expelled by Dalkan Delahir. He did not kill our messengers, but he allowed the messengers to bring back bad news."

In the palace of Silver Moon City, General Aurelia Wind Walker, who was dressed in military uniform and still had the atmosphere of war, walked up with a war bow on his back. Instead of thrusting away, she informed His Majesty Anastalian, who was in poor condition.

Amid the silent gaze and listening of the important officials of the court, Aurelia said in a deep voice:

"Dalkan announced to us that from today onwards, all land and sea areas within a hundred kilometers of the city of Desom and the city within a hundred kilometers will be returned to the territory of the glorious elves empire, and he will lead the elves in Desom to return to Queen Azshara.

The shameless traitor called himself a loyal minister of the Deep Sea Empire.

He also hyped Azshara's prestige in the Silver Moon Council through his own channels. So far, more than ten members have taken their apprentices to Dalkan.

Those shameful traitors had just formed an organization in Desom called the "Court Secret Corps" and they swore to give everything to Azshara."

"this..."

The Sun King, who seemed to have been aged hundreds of years, sat on the throne without expression, but the Prince of Kelthas Sun Chaser beside him showed incredible anger.

His Highness the Prince held the phoenix golden rod in his hand tightly. He looked at Aurelia and said in a serious tone:

"As far as I know, Desom was also attacked by pirates, and the city's defense system was destroyed, and it should not be repaired yet. So, General Aurelia, can we send troops to conquer the rebellion before the people know this news?"

"Yes! Daisom's military strength is not strong. Without being damaged, the Legion of the Far Travelers can quickly defeat them."

General Yinyue immediately replied:

"But we must seize the time and sweep across Desom with thunder. If the time goes on too long, I am afraid that the Deep Sea Empire will send their Naga army to support Darkan Delahir.

According to the Dragon Eagle Knight's reconnaissance on the outer sea, some of the Nagas who had previously retreated from Queldanas Island seemed to remain within our coastline.

The reason why these deep-sea thugs stopped and retreated is really questionable."

"Then we..."

Kelthas immediately prepared to issue an order.

But before he could finish his words, he saw his silent father raise his hand.

This action calmed the entire palace and everyone was listening to the voice of the Sun King.

"Let them go."

His Majesty Anastarien closed his eyes and leaned against the Phoenix Throne.

He said in a tired voice:

"Darkan Delahir is just a dispensable little person, and his betrayal is a signal Azshara sent to Queldore. The former queen could destroy our country with absolute force. You all saw with your own eyes how violent the Naga army under her command was.

But she didn't do that.

She taught her descendants of the traitors, that is, us, and then retreated back to the sea, proclaiming that she had no interest in dominating a barren land in her eyes.

So she left Darkan Delahir as her spokesperson on this land.

Kelthas, my wonderful son, I ask you, can you understand the meaning of this move of the Queen?"

Facing his father's problem, Kelthas hesitated for a moment, and the young but wise prince could understand, and after a few seconds, he whispered:

"Assala is showing us that she has no idea of ​​destroying Queldore, and she even acknowledged the existence of Quel'thalas. She left the long-term existence of the messenger in this land, which means that the Queen does not intend to close the window of communication.

If we diverge our thinking, perhaps we can think that Her Majesty the Queen means that all conflicts and differences can be resolved through negotiation.

That's why my father, you say that Darkan Delahir is an insignificant little person.

He was just the eyes and ears of the Queen who stayed in Quel'thalas. He seemed to be favored, but in fact he was just a puppet and a piece on the chessboard. He could not decide any major things by himself.

He can't even keep his free will."

"Yeah, not bad."

The old Sun King nodded with satisfaction.

But then he opened his eyes again and looked at the others in the palace, and he said:

“Assala came to Quelthalas, and announced to us and the Son of Night, and to Kadore the return of the Elf Empire, she left Dalcan on this land, my courtiers, I believe in your political wisdom.

I also believe you can understand the dangerous situation we are facing now, and Queen Azshara left us with a choice.

She looks forward to Queldore's voluntary return to the Elf Empire...

Now that our people's desire for magic will eventually turn into a terrible disaster when they have lost the Sun Well.

This matter cannot be hidden.

Soon, every man with magical talent will feel the dissipation of magic on the land of Quel'thalas, and we must discuss a way to deal with it before this matter affects the stability of the country."

The whole hall was silent. The important officials in the court looked at me and I looked at you. Everyone knew what the only answer was, but no one took the initiative to say it at this time.

Until nearly ten seconds of silence, a person standing on the edge of the hall sighed and stood up.

Ranger Lord Rothema Theron coughed a few times, and he said to the Sun King:

“Your Majesty, we can buy enough ‘bottled magic’ from the Night Son of Surama before the problem of magic shortage breaks out, which they call ‘magic wine’.

As far as I know, for the past ten thousand years, Surama under Elisand has been practicing magic rationing. The damn warrior used this method to stabilize the inheritance of the son of Ye.

We can learn from them.

I know that this may hurt some of the people's moods, but considering the overall situation, I think it's necessary for us to prepare from now on."

Speaking of this, Aqiang glanced at the silent majority in the court. He glanced at Prince Kelthas whom he was loyal to, and he said:

"I would like to travel to Surama on behalf of Quel'salas to discuss with the new leader of the Night's Sons' purchase of magic wine."

"Is this really OK?"

An old but still graceful female elf minister whispered:

"After all, we just had a big battle with the Night Son, and tens of thousands of black-skinned elves died on our land. Although this shameful war was initiated by them, will it cause conflict again when buying those weird-smelling magic wines at this time?

And we have all experienced this war personally, and we all know that Night Son covets our Sun Well because of lack of magic.

If they are not using enough for their own use, will the black-skin elves really be willing to sell their precious magic?”

"It has nothing to do with whether they want to do it or not!"

Next to the Sun King, the handsome Prince Kelthas said in a cold tone:

"It was their invasion that caused this disaster, and they must pay for the loss of Quel'thalas, and our people are suffering from the greed of the son of the night, everyone!

So Chardore must be sold!

Otherwise, we will get it in person!

In order to gain those magic powers that satisfy people, I will never hesitate to make a deal with the devil!”

The iron-blooded speech of the always gentle prince calmed down the entire court again. The ministers lowered their heads and no one raised any objections.

Some hawkish elves even secretly felt excited about the prince's speech.

The children of the Night can invade Quel'thalas at will, so why can't Queldore fight back?

The black-skinned elves destroyed our sun well, so use their dark night well to compensate!

Moreover, the Queen of the Night Son died on this land. The leaderless group of dragons and the pirates finally had to rely on the protection of Cardore and the pirate Kaien to escape Queldore's anger.

This is the weakest time for the Kingdom of Surama. As long as the Sun King makes up his mind, Queldore's revenge army can conquer the capital of the Night's Sons within one week.

The old king sitting on the throne looked at his cold-faced son with a look of comfort and worry.

He felt proud that Kelthas was so concerned about his people, but no one knew his only son better than his old father. Some of Kelthas's character was very extreme.

This extremeness made the king feel fear.

Once something threatens what he values, Kelthas, who has always treated others with peace and gentleness, will become very, very dangerous.

"Lothema Theron!"

The Sun King didn't hesitate for long before he said to Aqiang who made the suggestion:

"I appoint you as the Ambassador Queldore, and you choose your own entourage and go to Surama as quickly as possible to discuss the purchase of magic wine.

At the same time, as my son Kelthas declared, bring us our letter of war! If the sons of Night are ungrateful, then declare to them the beginning of the 'Battle of Revenge'!"

"As for your order, your Majesty."
To be continued...