Chapter 890 Pursuit of Peace from the Shadows of War

Chapter 890 Pursuit of Peace from the Shadows of War

Theron's suggestion hung in the air, the weight of its implications sinking in for everyone. The mysterious circumstances surrounding the conflict between Irason and Elais had been a source of tension for decades, fueled by accusations and grievances. If they could uncover the truth of what transpired two decades ago, it could be the key to unlocking a path to peace.

Reign, pondering the idea, spoke up, "So, we need to investigate the events of twenty years ago, find evidence, and bring it to light. But how do we approach this without alerting the kings or the nobles? If they catch wind of our investigation, it could jeopardize any chance we have at brokering peace."

Theron nodded, "Exactly. We need to operate discreetly, gather information from both sides and piece together the puzzle. Our goal is to uncover the truth, not to take sides. If we can present irrefutable evidence, it might force the kings to reconsider their positions."

Nayle, the scythe-wielding leader, interjected, "But where do we start? The events of that time are shrouded in secrecy, and accessing historical records or witnesses may not be easy. Moreover, any information that contradicts the narratives of the kings might be suppressed."

Seraphina, who had been silent until now, spoke up, "We need someone who was close to the situation but wasn't directly involved in the conflict. Someone with knowledge of the royal courts, the politics, and the events leading up to the war. It's a long shot, but if we can find such a person, they might hold the key to the truth."

The group fell into contemplative silence, and each member absorbed in their thoughts. Mia was the one to finally break the silence, "There might be someone who fits that description, someone who served in the court of Elais at the time. A diplomat who had connections on both sides but wasn't directly involved in the military conflicts."

"He served in the court of Elais when the king of Irason was accused of forcing himself on the princess, and as the one that was supposed to be protecting the princess, he definitely knows more." The original content can be pinpointed to n0v3lbin•

Reign's eyes lit up with realization, "The diplomat... Elyndor, I think I heard about him when we were in the palace. He was known for his skills in negotiation and had ties to both kingdoms. If anyone can shed light on what happened, it would be him. The challenge is finding him and convincing him to talk."

Nayle raised an eyebrow, "Elyndor disappeared after the war started. There were rumors that he went into self-imposed exile, unwilling to be part of the conflict, as well as to repent for allowing such a thing to happen when he was tasked with being the princess's caretaker. If he's still alive, he might be hiding somewhere, away from the prying eyes of both kingdoms."

Theron, always analytical, added, "We need a plan to locate Elyndor and convince him to cooperate. It won't be easy, and time is of the essence. While the kings are locked in a stalemate, both sides continue to suffer the consequences of this war."

"That's good, but we need more." Reign said as he placed a hand on his chin.

"Of course, we will only let them know that we are working together when we are certain that they trust us, we cannot let anyone know our two teams are working together before the time is right."

Theron, analyzing the situation, offered a practical suggestion, "We should gather more information about the royal heirs. Learn about their personalities, interests, and any vulnerabilities they might have. Understanding them on a personal level will help us approach them in a way that resonates with them."

With the plan taking shape, the group focused on the details. Theron and Venica, the mages, could use their magical abilities to discreetly communicate with one another, making sure the two teams knew what the other was doing at all times and what clues they had managed to pick up.

As they prepared to set their plan in motion, a system notification interrupted their discussion.

[ Mission Update: Broker a Peace Deal ]

[ Sub-Mission Added: Royal Insight ]

[ Gather information about the royal heirs of both kingdoms. Understand their perspectives, interests, and potential motivations. ]

[ Completing this sub-mission will provide valuable insights and improve your chances of successfully brokering a peace deal. ]

Reign looked at the notification and shared it with the group. "It seems the system is guiding us in the right direction. Let's consider this Royal Insight sub-mission as part of our overall strategy. Theron and Venica, you two will be very important to our mission, we need to be in communication, exchanging information, and working together will be the most important part of this mission."

Theron nodded, "Of course, we will all start gathering information, but it might take some time to gather comprehensive insights. Patience will be crucial."

"You guys seem to be forgetting something important, however." Nayle suddenly spoke out as she sighed.

"We are currently enrolled in battle, my team has been given the task to take the base with the rest of the Elais forces, and you guys are holding it with the Irason forces, without first taking care of this, we won't be able to start with the mission."

"I don't mind giving the base back, but it's impossible, the Irason kingdom will definitely notice that something is up if we simply let you have it and act weak after our previous two battles." Reign stated as Nayle nodded her head.

"Then, we need to make a plan, one that can bring this battle to its end."