Chapter 84 - 84: Negotiation (1/2)

Eu silently joins Lord Foeni and Noite. She serves them the tea that has been prepared beforehand and some pastries she pulled from her wizardry storage.

She just came back from negotiating with the Trents, and her schedule is hectic. She had this last-minute plan to lure Noite to meet with Lord Foeni and make this negotiation successful.

On the other hand, Noite observes Eu and her graceful movements while she serves them. He heard from his brother the person who brutally defeated him is precise and dexterous.

'Could it be her...?' he thought.

The idea crosses his mind as he knits his brows and continues his contemplations. If Eu can skillfully disguise herself, she can be anyone, even a skillful swordmaster.

”Let me formally introduce. This is Eu, Grand Elder Enoch's granddaughter. Eu, I know you've met, the Prince of Hellios and Lord of the Nether Realm, Noite...” Lord Foeni said as he broke his silence.

Eu only nods her head to acknowledge while Noite is surprised to learn more about his mysterious acquaintance.

”She is an Oracle?” Noite exclaimed as he turns to him and continues, ”So rumors were true. You broke the Divine Laws and sheltered them...”

Noite is surprised to know Eu belongs to the passive Oracle Clan. From his interactions with her, he can tell she is well-versed in different subjects uncommon to the said clan.

”Yes. I owe them as much for my arrogance. I can deal with the Sovereign King's punishment for breaking the Divine Laws of Restrictions…” Lord Foeni responded truthfully.

Noite remained silent as he stares at the plate of pastries and aromatic tea. This is a common combination during their childhood.

He and his brother have done much worse, but they haven't received any notice from the Sovereign King for ages. They have lost contact ever since the Darkness began in the Nether Realm.

”It's truly been such a long time, Ravikanth. We also used to enjoy Lady Emilia's pastries during our tea time. This sure brings back memories.” Noite said with a tinge of nostalgia.

”It's been a long time. How is everything going? Can you tell me what happened in the Nether Realm?” Lord Foeni asked straightforwardly.

Noites heaves a heavy sigh. He knew it is unavoidable not to discuss it.

”The truth is, I am not entirely sure what really happened. One day, my brother started acting strangely and declared to break the Division of Realms...” Noite confessed.

”When?” Lord Foeni asked.

”Three hundred years ago...” Noite discloses.

The Time of Conflict...

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The Nether Realm has been sending their emissary to seek assistance from the Sovereign King. Unfortunately, he seems to have turned a blind eye to their pleas.

Around two hundred years ago, the situation got worse. People started to feel distraught as their once benevolent Lord became violent.

During this time, the Messenger came to visit and talked to Lord Meness. Their meeting was never successful, and the Nether Realm completely severe their ties from Sovereign rule.

At the same time, Prince Meness started missing memories, and not long became a vengeful soul. He is uncontrollable.

Lord Meness has thrown the entire Realm into oblivion. He contradicted everything he once stood for and stripped Noite as a co-ruler of the Realm.

He ordered inhumane experimentation, and the use of dark arts became prevalent. Hence, the born of the Nether Shadows...

Though Shadows were in the existence of ages, Lord Meness has summoned them to his side to fulfill his goals. He seems to have entirely forgotten the Time of Change and resented Lady Emilia for his misfortunes.

Even Noite, who was very close to him, was set aside. The Black Beast Gauerdi also appeared around this time.

Meanwhile, the Court is divided between the brothers. They have equal people supporting them, but things started to change drastically because of Meness new laws.

He reformed everything making him the sovereign power in the Nether Realm. Those who objected and questioned him were sent immediately to their deaths.

The entire Nether Realm was in chaos, and people pleas are no longer out of the ordinary. Noite only watches silently as he witnesses their people's plights.

”Young Master, this must stop. Your brother has gone mad. Our numbers only dwindle by the day…”

”Please listen to us. You need to escape and liberate our people someday. We can't let this continue. We can't protect you from your brother's tyranny.”

”My brother won't do that. I believe in him…” Noite muttered.

Everyone remained silent. They all knew how perfect these brothers' relationsh.i.p.s are, and they don't need words to understand each other.

They decided to trust him and support their Lord. They tried their best to protect him to the best of their abilities.

Soon, those who were loyal to Young Master Noite dwindled while Meness supreme power was recognized. Noite has supported his brother's new tyrant governance with a heavy heart.

He clings on a sliver of hope and continues to believe in him.