Chapter 606 - Sacred Land of the Elves (3) (1/2)
Chapter 606: Sacred Land of the Elves (3)
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
“I have a suggestion, Your Majesty”
Everyone turned to the voice An Elf clad in elegant glass are strides He removed his helmet and revealed a clean, pretty face He bowed to the Elf Queen before turning to everyone with a smile
“Just as Your Majesty has mentioned, we have to uphold the traditions But we have to also admit that there isn’t a rule in Ivory Valley which prohibits entry to Humans It is solely because it was the sacred land of the Elves, so the Hu ht the Duke Fiend bravely and our adorable Corina was able to return to us in one piece We must thank him for that and besides, his moral conduct shouldn’t be an issue either”
Corina’s expression becaaped and looked at the Elf who had stepped forward, but she hesitated after gazing at Rhode’s expressionless face Everyone focused their attention on the Elf and wondered if he had come up with a solution to resolve this problem Indeed There wasn’t a rule which prohibited human entry into Ivory Valley However, Hu to enter Ivory Valley due to various reasons over the changes in thousands of years Therefore, it had becoreed upon tacitly
However, an unspoken rule was an unspoken rule, after all
“But we have to admit that if we allow a human to enter our sacred land, it will cause dissatisfaction aestion” The Elf paused and shot a aze at Rhode Shortly after, he revealed the answer
“We can deterh the Sword Dance Rite”
The Elf Queen’s eyes flickered while Rhode twitched his brow He stared at the Elf who appeared to be about 30 years old silently Although the Elf appeared to be speaking up for hi about their customs In player ter rite However, the Elves’ battles were non-lethal, lacked bloodshed, and were more artistic But if one were to belittle this rite, one would be on the suffering end The Elves ere capable of participating in the Sword Dance Rite weren’t any rando before beco the most elite Swordsmen
And most importantly, there was a clearly written rule about the Sword Dance Rite—only Elves could participate
Even though this Elf sounded generous, Rhode knew that the Elf had actually turned him down No matter what, the Sword Dance Rite was the pride of the Elves and it wouldn’t be coardless of whether Rhode won or lost If he lost, the Elves would think that he had sullied their sacred rite If he won, the Elves wouldn’t be delighted and they would feel that he had daed their pride and tarnished their honor Therefore, even though the Elf appeared to be providing a reasonable solution, Rhode knew that this was notrejected
“Please wait a e stepped forith a stern expression and furrowed brows
“The Sword Dance Rite is a grandeur tradition for us, Elves Don’t you think your suggestion is a little rash? Besides… this isn’t a suitable suggestion for our guest, is it?”
“I know about that, of course But apart from the Sword Dance Rite, is there any other way to ly allow hi His remark sealed the mouths of the others completely Indeed The Sword Dance Rite was the ain respect from all the Elves This was the only rite that would fit Rhode’s requirement, but conversely, the other Elves couldn’t find a substitute for it due to it supreazed at the Elf Knight naaze and didn’t reveal any aard or hateful expression Instead, he winked to Rhode slyly as though one was pranking his friend From Dale’s actions, Rhode didn’t see it as hatred or dissatisfaction Instead, it felth question
The Elf Queen pondered in silence and shi+fted her glances between Dale and Rhode On the contrary, Corina was a little nervous She placed her hands on her chest and looked worriedly at Dale She frowned and wished to speak hercame out of herinto one another’s ears, discussing if Dale’s suggestion would work
But no one expected that Rhode would speak up out of a sudden
“I’m extremely thankful for your kind intentions, Mr Dale”
Everyone shi+fted their attention to hi man had to say for himself Rhode continued to display his ice-cold expression
“I know the Sword Dance Rite is subliarded by the Elves Not only is it a test, but it is also the sylory As a Human, I don’t think I’m suitable to participate in it”
Several of the Elves looked at Rhode with azes After all, Rhode had shown the respect he had for the Sword Dance Rite Besides, he had once again proven that he revered the Elves’ customs Indeed, as Rhode had expected, the reason why the Elves discussed the issue was thatpart in the rite It was because it would i the Elves if he won… Although the Elves were naturally gentle and kind hearted, none of them would feel comfortable if that happened
However, Rhode hadn’t finish his words
“But…”
Rhode continued
“I have to say this It is of ut into Ivory Valley this tiive up this chance So, I do have a sazed at Dale and nodded with a sested was a good idea, but I can’t participate as a Huest that my companions participate in the Sword Dance Rite on my behalf If they becoranted entry to Ivory Valley How about it?”
The Elf Queen sized Rhode up fro face revealed some doubts and curiosity
“No proble the Sword Dance Rite, they will be the strongest warriors of the Elves But Mr Rhode, I’m sure you’re aware that only Elves could participate in the Sword Dance Rite But…” Dale turned to Corina “… You wouldn’t be thinking of letting Corina take your place, right?”
“Of course not, Mr Dale”