Chapter 987 Intercepted by Dark Elves
Coming out of the corner shadows of the forest itself was a group of individuals that Adhara instantly recognized as Dark Elves, their ashen skin and pointy ears were enough of features to make her sure of what they were.
However, Adhara noticed that these Dark Elves were massive in stature.
Not to the point of even nearing Ugrok's size, yet clearly unnatural for the size of their kind.
Moreover, their outfits were identical to each other with small differences. It seems to be some kind of traditional sleeveless black robe, finely made judging from the very detailed pattern, coupled with a crimson silk belt on their waist.
Adhara looked at them and couldn't recognize their faces.
Having gone to the Dark Elf Kingdom multiple times already, she at the very least would somewhat recognize the faces of the important nobles there. But these Dark Elves were completely foreign to her.
It was not that they were unimportant either.
All of them emit a considerable presence, averaging at the eighth-rank realm minimum.
"Do you know who I am?" Adhara asked, sweeping her eyes at them before she fixed on the one leading the group, a male Dark Elf with sharp features. He has an air of elegance around him, traditional tattoos across his arms, and red eyes. "If you know who I am then step aside, I have somewhere to be"
Instead of moving to the side, the leader of this group crossed his arms in front of Adhara.
Clearly, he doesn't have any intention of moving aside.
While he was looking at Adhara with a calm gaze, the others around him started speaking using an unknown language. But it was obvious that the group of 11 Dark Elves were sizing Adhara up and down, commenting something about her.
Upon seeing the Dark Elves surrounding her, Adhara frowned, this shouldn't be happening.
'Could they be among the newly awakened Dark Elves...? Back when I visited, I interacted with only a few of them, hosted by King Jorik. These, however, seem to be the other Dark Elves from the ancient era' Adhara contemplated, already sensing trouble.
Soon, one of them approached the leader and whispered something.Get your favorite novels at novelhall.com
Then, the leader's eyes suddenly sparkled.
Looking at Adhara with a peculiar glance, he lowered his arms and executed a slight bow, one hand placed over his stomach. His long, flawless white hair tumbled down, partially veiling his face. "Forgive the abrupt interruption, Lady Adhara. I was hoping to have just a moment of your precious time"
Adhara looked at this Dark Elf with squinted eyes, still on alert.
'He's a ninth-rank realm, as strong as King Jorik. He must be someone very influential in the Dark Elf Kingdom. It would be bad to offend him with the situation we are dealing with right now' She pondered and nodded.
Despite her purpose of coming out here, it was not that urgent and could wait.
Raising her gaze, she replied, "It's okay, it's not a problem at all"
Gaining her affirmation, the Dark Elf straightens his back gracefully again before he puts on a light smile, one that can leave a good impression on anyone. "Let's start with an introduction. I am Dosanu Khuurtid, the trusted counsellor of the head of the Khuurtid Noble Family. You can simply call me Dokhur"
"So, Dokhur, what do you want to say to me?" Adhara asked, trying to see through Dokhur.
However, she found that she couldn't read him at all.
Even Dokhur's emotional aura remained unwavering, fixed in grey color, and stayed like that.
While she couldn't read through his emotional aura, Adhara could tell from this that his smile was a fake one. He must have an ulterior motive behind this meeting, but she couldn't simply fathom what he sought from her.
But knowing who she was, Dokhur must be cautious with his demands.
"Since you seem to be in a rush, forgive my bluntness, I will go straight to the point" Dokhur started, his eyes as calm as water. "I heard when the alliance between us was made, there was a tribute given by Lord Rex as a sign of respect. He's a magnanimous leader indeed, to take into account such things"
Pausing for a second, Dokhur smiled.
"Of course, not. I don't have that much of a reputation to cease the conflict. But the head family, however, is a different story. Appointing him as a temporary replacement is saving yourself from future problems" He replied, and the words came out of him smoothly.
Adhara could only sigh lightly at this.
Every time Rex went away, problems seemed to be mounting on her shoulders.
Her primary goal was to undergo training with the Elementals, aspiring to acquire the ability to restrain Rex whenever he went berserk. But now, trouble appeared to have a knack for timing, choosing the worst moments to encroach upon her.
"Okay, I understand. But we need to wait for Lord Rex about this" Adhara replied.
She said that, but in truth, she wanted time.
Making a decision now without thinking it through would be bad, she needs time to think.
Deciding that she would think it over, Adhara gestured to Ugrok to continue their journey again, passing Dokhur who was still standing on his spot. Reaching a couple of steps past Dokhur, Adhara halted as Dokhur's voice penetrated her ears again.
"Perhaps, I'm not being clear. But it's urgent and would need resolution right now" He said.
Not even looking back, he said that to stop Adhara.
Upon hearing this, Adhara clenched her jaw, a strong desire to distance herself from Dokhur coursing through her. There was an unsettling aura about him as if lingering too long in his presence might subject her to some form of hypnotic influence, forcing her to comply with his every whim.
Adhara pivoted around with a darkened expression, "I said that this matter needs to wait"
"Something like this needs to consult with Lord Rex' She added.
Dokhur turned around, his expression registering a hint of surprise. "But he's not here, is he?" He inquired, one eyebrow raised. "I came here with the information that you are the Female Alpha of the Silverstar Pack. Surely, as the Female Alpha, even without Lord Rex's presence, you can still make decisions, can't you?"
Just like that, Adhara was put in a spot.
Now, if she didn't make a decision, then her reputation as the Female Alpha would diminish.'
Dokhur puts her in a spot where she has to make a decision.
'I don't even know the head of the Khuurtid noble family. If I accepted his suggestion, then I would be putting all of my trust in Dokhur's words. But if I don't do anything, then there might be a conflict in the Dark Elf Kingdom'
'Just what should I do...? Should I visit the Khuurtid noble family first?'
'But if I do that, my presence there would already increase their reputation to gain power'
Adhara has many scenarios inside her head, swirling around.
Because of Dokhur, she couldn't leave right now and save this problem for another day.
On the other hand, while Adhara was obviously contemplating the situation, Dokhur's eyes squinted before he eventually said, "Of course, the Khuurtid family will try their best to postpone the conflict to give you time. Please, don't mind my words. I hope you can contact me when you've come to your decision"
Upon saying that, Dokhur bowed gracefully again before leaving.
He brought the other Dark Elves alongside him, leaving Adhara rooted on her spot.
Meanwhile, when they reached a considerable distance, one of the Dark Elves approached Dokhur and asked, "Are you certain that bringing our family to her attention is the right way? Our encounter earlier has undoubtedly placed us under their radar"
"Yes, it is. With such a mighty ally, it will be a waste to not use them" Dokhur replied.
Glancing over his shoulder towards the direction where Adhara was, a sly smile played on his lips as he continued, "Now is the right time to move, we can enhance our family's power, and even take control of the throne. We can use the Silverstar Pack. No time is better than now, especially with Lord Rex being absent..."