Chapter 2863: 1568: Questions in the Grand Hall

Capítulo 2863: Chapter 1568: Questions in the Grand Hall

“Your Majesty of the Humans, I have one final question.”

In the hall identical to the one depicted in the painting, the Dark Half-Elf Queen maintains a lazy posture, elegantly reclining on the throne, and remarks softly, “What do you think about the rumors claiming that the strength of the Dark Elf Kingdom is declining day by day?”

“Is the question about the Dark Elf Kingdom and not the Dark Half-Elf Kingdom?”

Upon hearing this, including the leaders of Lila and Hollis’s clan, our side’s strong individuals all furrowed their brows thoughtfully, silently pondering the purpose behind the Dark Half-Elf Queen’s sudden question.

Did the other party ask this to prove that the Dark Elf King has not actually declined? Or to further understand His Majesty’s views on the Dark Elf Kingdom? Or perhaps to probe how much His Majesty actually knows about the Dark Elf Kingdom?

But what is certain is that the other party suddenly asking this question must have a deeper meaning.

In the center of the crowd, Leo Ray’s gaze is profound, and he does not immediately answer the other party’s question.

Regarding everyone’s thoughts, he naturally considers them one by one, but what intrigues him more is why the other party would ask this question.

Logically, in the currently complex and treacherous environment, even if the relationship between the Dark Half-Elves and the Dark Elves is unusual, they should be more concerned about themselves.

Moreover, in front of us outsiders, presuming to discuss the Dark Elf Kingdom, which acts as a backing, shouldn’t be something the Dark Half-Elf Queen would do, as from her previous performance, it’s clear the other party is intelligent and would not do anything to displeasure the Dark Elf Kingdom.

Taking a step back, even if a rift has emerged between the Dark Elf Kingdom and the Dark Half-Elf Kingdom and they are not as closely linked as they appear, the other party should never let it show, as a powerful backing can make any enemy wary.

Therefore, no matter how one thinks about it, this is not a question the Dark Half-Elf Queen should ask unless the other party does not stand in the position of the Dark Half-Elf Kingdom but rather in the position of the Dark Elf Kingdom.

“Could it be that this Dark Half-Elf Queen is not actually a Dark Half-Elf? Is it possible she is a pure Dark Elf? Or even a Royal Family Member of the Dark Elves? If this is indeed the case, then it’s not surprising that she stands in the position of the Dark Elves.”

“Furthermore, could it be possible that the reason the Dark Half-Elf Queen seldom appears is because most of her time, as a Dark Elf, is spent in the Dark Elf Kingdom? And today’s appearance here is just by chance?”

“Thinking this way, the sudden tightening of the guards outside also makes sense, as one who can be the Dark Half-Elf Queen must be a prominent figure in the Dark Elf Kingdom, and when Teresa was present, the Dark Half-Elf Queen was not, so naturally, the guards were not so strict.”

With these thoughts in his mind, Leo Ray’s gaze becomes somewhat uncertain again.

But then again, all this is merely speculation, with no substantial evidence, or is there another hidden meaning behind the other party’s question? Or even intentionally guiding me to think this way?

If things are truly like this, then the relationship between the two must be even closer, even inseparable, and convincing myself of this would undoubtedly make me more wary of the Dark Half-Elf Kingdom, which would further ensure the safety of the Half-Elves.

“What now? Your Majesty of the Humans, is my question difficult to answer?”

Seeing that Leo Ray has not responded, the dark Half-Elf Queen’s voice carries a hint of teasing. She chuckles softly.

“Your Majesty’s question is indeed somewhat difficult to answer.”

Leo Ray also chuckles softly and chooses to respond in a way that sidesteps the core issue, saying, “I have only just entered the Outer Region, so my understanding of the Outer Region is still quite limited, hence the long contemplation. But it’s certain that since the Dark Elves can confront the Light Elves, their strength remains formidable, don’t you think?”

“Is this Your Majesty of the Humans’ answer? Quite impeccable indeed.”

The voice of the Dark Half-Elf Queen does not have much fluctuation; her vague face showing a slight upturned smile as she says, “I understand now, and for this Throne Corridor meeting, I will still be sending Prince Chasing Shadow to attend. You may communicate again at that time. To be honest, I haven’t spoken this much in a long time, and it certainly is a bit tiring.”

“Understood, then I will not disturb Your Majesty any longer. I wish us a pleasant cooperation.”

Hearing the undertone of farewell in the other party’s words, Leo Ray nods slightly, exchanges a few courtesies, and then takes his leave, soon departing under the guidance of Prince Chasing Shadow, returning to the reception hall.

Soon after, as the reception hall moves, the entire dark hall returns to silence, leaving only the Dark Half-Elf Queen still seated on the throne, lazily yawning.

“My Lord, they have already left.”

After a while, Prince Chasing Shadow respectfully appears once more in front of the Dark Half-Elf Queen.

“Very well, you shall lead the Dark Half-Elves to temporarily assist them.”

The Dark Half-Elf Queen waves her hand slightly, instructing.

“I obey my Lord’s command, may the shadow and glory ever accompany my Lord.”