The one who answered her was the maid who had been following her. She looked at the elves standing quietly around her and said softly with a hint of reminiscence:
"This is the 'Ode to Light', which the elves composed to praise the Sun King and the Two Sacred Trees. This ballad was extremely famous during the era of the Sun King, but times have changed, and this magnificent legendary ballad also died with the sun."
"I have not lived through that ancient era, but I have seen the complete score in Ra's palace."
The Sun Dynasty is the first dynasty in the world and is also recognized as the most powerful dynasty. Because it is the first dynasty of the Age of Gods! Of course, many people also like to call it the Elf Dynasty, just like the Dwarf Dynasty of King Ironheart.
Because it is dominated by race, it is often referred to by the race name. However, the prosperity of the Elf Dynasty is unimaginable even when the Dwarf Dynasty was at its most glorious.
The Dwarf Dynasty, which was established at the end of the Age of Gods, could no longer glimpse the miracles and prosperity of the initial Age of Gods.
Although the dwarves' underground city-state has a unique scenery, it is really incomparable to the era when the glory of the gods was displayed wantonly.
You know, at that time, the current demigods, that is, Sequence Four, could only be considered middle-sequence.
But because the Sun Dynasty is too old and the elves refused to leave after the death of the Sun King, many people have forgotten what the Elf Dynasty actually means.
They couldn't even understand what it meant to be able to establish a dynasty in the early Age of Gods.
That was not just the first dynasty! It was an act that was acquiesced to by the ancient gods who dared to rebel against the original!
If possible, the maid really wants to witness with her own eyes the original appearance of the Age of Gods and the grandeur of the Sun Dynasty.
But that would be sheer wishful thinking.
Laura Liss seemed to notice the maid's thoughts. She smiled and stroked the maid's cheek and said:
"Supernormal characteristics will neither decrease nor increase. They existed in the Age of Gods, and they still exist today, but we are only able to use less and less of them. I believe that one day, we will be able to see the miracles of the Age of Gods reappear. No, the Age of Gods did not fully utilize the original gifts either, and we should be able to see true prosperity beyond the Age of Gods!"
The maid was stunned for a moment before she smiled gently, holding Laura Lis's hand and said:
"Indeed, as long as we keep waiting, we will definitely be able to see it."
But as she was talking, the maid thought of someone and silently added:
'It may take a long time, or it may be very soon. I just hope that what we finally wait for is unprecedented prosperity, rather than... '
Thinking of this, the maid looked at Laura Liss seriously and said:
"I will definitely protect you!"
Such a reaction made Laura Liss slightly stunned before she smiled strangely:
"Why are you talking about this all of a sudden?"
The maid didn't explain, she just smiled and raised her finger to make a silencing gesture.
Because while they were talking, the elves around them had already started a new chorus.
However, what they sang was no longer the "Ode to Light" in praise of the king and the sacred tree, but the "Elf Elegy" which was said to have been composed by the Two Sacred Trees themselves after the death of the Sun King.
The Elven dynasty is long gone, for the sun that was the king has set.
This is the fall of a dynasty and the elegy of the elves.
The elegy composed by the Two Trees was then sung emotionally by the elves.
This creates a kind of music so beautiful that any musician would cry for joy and die with a smile on his face.
However, it was not a celebratory song loved by musicians and the public, but a dirge full of sorrow and sadness.
It is the elves' recollection of the past and the two sacred trees' longing for the king.
In this boundless sorrow, even Laura Lis, who had nothing to do with the Sun King and the elves, fell into deep grief. Music is one of the most universal and touching things.
In fact, even the maid who served as the guardian was shaken, but Laura Lis saw the pity of the king's fall and the collapse of the dynasty from the elves' singing.
The maid thought about what would happen if she lost Laura Liz.
But soon the maid shook her head and got rid of this sad thought. The elves' elegy was very touching, but it was not the "murderous music" composed by musicians. So it was normal to resonate with them, but it was ridiculous to indulge in them.
That strange spiritual creature seemed to be very fond of "Elegy for the Elfs". After increasing the frequency of its wings' vibration, it also easily spread "Elegy for the Elfs".
In this way, two songs with similar tones but completely opposite contents continued to echo in the sky east of the Chamber of Commerce.
The "Ode to Light", which represents the glory of the king, still brings blessings and salvation. The "Elf Elegy", which represents the departure of the king, continues to compose and continue the sorrow of the elves.
But perhaps one day in the near future, everything will be different.
-
Not far in front of the Sacred Tree Forest, the elf lady holding Audrey had arrived here in a very short time.
Even at her feet were the ruins of the Principality of Kormi, the first country destroyed by the elves.
The elf lady, who was planning to step into the Holy Tree Forest immediately, suddenly stopped.
Because she heard the slaves' "Ode to Light" followed by her compatriots' "Elf Elegy".
This made her, as an elf, stop involuntarily and sing "Elegy of the Elfs" with her compatriots.
As Miss Elf sang her elegy, Audrey, who had been knocked unconscious by her knife, finally woke up in a daze.
As soon as she woke up, Audrey struggled to escape from Miss Elf's arms.
But Audrey soon gave up this plan, because she found that although the elf lady looked thinner than her, she was unexpectedly strong. At least Audrey had given up the idea of breaking free.
All he could do was listen to the other person singing "Elegy of the Elfs" with a sense of despair.
Audrey also noticed that there was another voice echoing around her. The voice was muddy but powerful, and the content of the song seemed completely different from the elf's.
And she was sure that the tunes of the two were absolutely opposite!
Because one is passionate and uplifting, while the other is sad and sorrowful.
At first Audrey just listened helplessly, but gradually she was attracted by the tone and timbre of the voice.
When Miss Elf finished singing, Audrey couldn't help but ask:
"What was that just sung? Why is one so uplifting and the other so mournful?"
Miss Elf asked with a little doubt:
"Don't you know?"
Audrey, who was still held in the arms of Miss Elf, was even more puzzled.
"Why should I know that?"
Miss Elf did not answer, but looked at Audrey carefully. This direct gaze made Audrey feel uneasy at first, and then she turned her head away with a blush.
Although they were all girls, she was really embarrassed to be held in this position and stared at.
After a while, the elf lady spoke in Elvish:
"Things are becoming more and more complicated. But I believe that La will see the truth."
"Rah? You're going to take me to see your elves?"
The accurate Elvish language made the Elf lady look at Audrey curiously again: "You don't understand our old songs, but you know our current language?"
Audrey shrank her neck in the other person's arms and whispered:
"Normal humans can only speak Elvish but not Ancient Elvish, right?"
"That's right, human girl. But aren't you afraid? You are going to go deep into Rivendell as a foreigner."
"There's no point in being afraid. Besides, I still have the blessing of the Two Sacred Trees. I don't think you will be too harsh on me, right? Probably?!"
In response to Audrey's tentative remarks, Miss Elf simply smiled and did not reply.
She continued to walk forward holding Audrey, and soon they walked into the sacred tree forest.
And here, Miss Elf stopped again and put Audrey down.
After being put down by the other party, Audrey stood there a little uncomfortably, looking at the elf who suddenly knelt on one knee and asked:
"Um, is there any important person from your elves coming? Should I kneel down and salute as well?!"
The elf lady did not answer. She simply knelt on one knee in front of the Twin Sacred Trees, bowed her head devoutly, and stretched out her hand forward:
"Eldaran Starsky thanks you for your guidance and hopes to return your miracle!"
The next moment, Audrey saw a ball of green light flying out from the other person's outstretched palm, and then quickly disappeared into the air. No, it should be said that it was returned to the Sacred Tree Forest? !
Audrey realized something and quietly stepped back, while also trying to test her:
"You are not a high-sequence transcendent? Your power only comes from..."
Without waiting for Audrey to finish, the elf lady Eldaran, who had returned the blessing and miracle, slowly stood up and said to Audrey with her back to her:
"From the great Two Sacred Trees! I left my hometown and went to the land of humans according to the guidance of the sacred trees. At first, I thought the Two Sacred Trees wanted me to trace the origins of those despicable Saragans. However."
Eldaran turned around and smiled at Audrey.
"Now I understand, I did it to find you!"
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At this moment, Audrey had quietly moved more than ten steps away from Eldaran. Seeing that the other party finally turned around, Audrey immediately ran away.
But after running a few steps, Audrey walked back silently.
Because as she moved, dozens of elves stood up from the bushes, jumped down from the branches, and sat up in the shade of the trees...
Audrey felt that her idea was stupid enough to escape in the elf forest.
The elves who appeared out of nowhere also approached Eldaran and asked:
"Who is this human?"
Eldaran smiled and said:
"She is an important person, and we must ensure that she arrives safely in front of Ra."
Eldaran did not disclose Audrey's identity because the Sun King was of great importance.
This is something that can be understood without much thought. Otherwise, she would not have helped hide Audrey's true identity in the cage.
As for why she didn't tell her compatriots after arriving at the Sacred Tree Forest, it wasn't because Eldaran didn't trust them, but because the implications of this matter were too great and she had to be extremely careful.
Fortunately, the elves are extremely trusting of their compatriots, so when Eldaran said this, although they were confused, they did not ask any more questions and said they would help escort them.
However, there doesn’t seem to be any danger in the Holy Tree Forest that requires the elves’ attention.
In this vast forest blessed by the holy tree, the elves are the real masters.
-
On the airship that received Laura Liss, the elves finally stopped singing the elegy to mourn the king.
After a brief silence, the three elf high lords turned back and said to Laura Liss:
"I'm sorry, Your Highness, I think we may have to postpone our meeting with you."
Laura Liss came to discuss business, and the initiative was never in her hands, so she smiled and bowed naturally:
"Are you going to trace the source of that chorus? If so, then I have no problem. Please go and complete what you think should be done first!"
The three high elven lords all smiled and bowed slightly in return.
Elves look down on humans, but they still respect God's chosen ones.
Then the high lord who was in the lead said loudly:
"Set sail! Let's go and see who sang this hymn that should be sealed forever."
As the High Lord finished speaking, countless emerald green warships set sail and moved forward.
I believe that the elves' fleet will soon join up with the millions of slaves led by Mozo.
The sudden advance of the elven fleet might be a big surprise to Mozo, but this issue was not important. He had a corresponding explanation and method when he led the slaves to sing "Ode to Light".
The one who was truly beyond his care was still Miss Audrey, whom he thought was safe both to her and him.
-
The Sacred Tree Forest is huge, so huge that it is very normal for a normal person to not be able to figure out how to walk through it in his entire life.
But for the elves, the Sacred Tree Forest is no different from their own backyard.
Even relying on the blessing of the holy tree, the elves also built giant portals in the major city-states distributed in the holy tree forest.
It can be said that if there is an idiot who dares to invade the Forest of the Sacred Tree, then no matter which city he attacks, as long as he does not destroy the portal blessed by the sacred tree, he is equivalent to always fighting against the elves as a whole, rather than a single elven city-state.
This is a terrifying military advantage both in the Age of Gods and today, not to mention that the elves have always been a powerful force at the forefront.