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Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 86
As Mona waited for Elliott's response, she could see the tension in his body. He was clearly uncomfortable with the question, and it took him a moment to find the right words. "Your father, the late King Magnus, once insulted the elven king in a letter," he said. "He called him a weak and foolish leader, and said that the elves' intelligence was nowhere near the centaurs'. The elven king was deeply offended, and relations between our peoples have been strained ever since." Mona was stunned. She had no idea that her father had done such a thing.As Mona looked at the letter, her heart sank. The words were clear, and there was no doubt that they had been written by her father. The words were not in line with the man she knew and loved, but the handwriting was unmistakable. "This doesn't make sense," she said, her voice shaky. "My father was always so diplomatic and peace-loving. Why would he say such things?" Elliott placed a hand on her shoulder, his face full of concern. "I don't know
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 87
Mona held up the letters, and the elves could see the truth written in black and white. Oscar had planned to betray his own brother, and he was planning to betray them as well. Mona's words rang true - if he had betrayed his own family, how could they trust him? They began to realize that they had been duped, and that they had made a terrible mistake in supporting Oscar. Now, they had to make things right. "We are sorry, Mona," one of the elves said. "We should have trusted you from the beginning.""You would not betray your own family, would you?" Oscar spat at her. "You would not be so disloyal?"Mona steeled herself, taking a deep breath and holding her head high. "I would not be disloyal," she said firmly. "But I would not betray my people by allowing you to continue with your treachery. My father would have acted long ago, and I must do what he would have done."As Mona watched the guards drag her uncle away, she felt a mix of emotions. There was a sense of justice being served,
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 88
As Franklin clenched his jaw, he tried not to think about what he was about to do. If he thought too much, he might change his mind. But he didn't want to change his mind. He needed this.Nick knew this was a suicide mission. But he understood Franklin's thirst for revenge. He had felt that same thirst when his father, Darius, the God of Thieves, disowned him for not living up to the family's reputation as ruthless thieves. It had been years since that day, but the pain was still raw.Maybe that's why he wanted to help Franklin, to help him avoid making a mistake. To spare him the years of regret and anger. But he couldn't make the choice for him. He could only try to reason with him, to make him see the bigger picture."You have to consider the cost," he said. "What if you lose more than you gain?"Franklin remained silent, his eyes fixed on the horizon. Nick knew he was barely listening, his mind already made up. But he had to try."Please, think this through," he pleaded. "Don't t
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 89
Franklin's face twisted in anguish, the words cutting him like a knife. But even as he felt his hope slipping away, he knew he couldn't give up. There had to be a way."You're right, Franklin," Nicklaus said softly. "Diablo has changed you, but that doesn't mean you're beyond hope. There are people who care about you, who are willing to see past your vampiric nature and accept you for who you are. They are the ones who matter, not the ones who would shun you for something you can't control.""But I'll never be human again," Franklin said, his voice breaking. "I'll never be able to live a normal life.""You may not be human in the traditional sense," Nicklaus replied."You can still have a meaningful, fulfilling life, Franklin," Nicklaus said. "Just because you're a vampire doesn't mean you can't do good in the world. You can still make a difference, if you choose to.""But what difference can I make?" Franklin asked. "No one will ever trust me again."Diablo's eyes narrowed as he watc
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 90
"I suggest we throw a shindig!"While King Roderick's proclamation was met with cheers and applause, Dahlia knew that there was still much work to be done.The centaurs had been through so much, and their struggle was far from over. The king's gesture was a good start, but it would take more than words to truly make amends.As the celebration continued, Dahlia watched Mona and Victor laughing and chatting. The contrast between their lighthearted banter and the serious situation at hand was not lost on her.Elliott stood stiffly, his face a carefully crafted mask of composure. But Dahlia could see the turmoil beneath the surface. The weight of the king's words and the memories they evoked were clearly taking a toll on him.Roderick continued to praise Elliott's bravery, unaware of the young man's inner turmoil. He spoke of him as a hero, but for Elliott, the memory of that day was anything but heroic.Dahlia noticed a single tear escape from Elliott's eye, but he quickly wiped it away.
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 91
"Oh?" said the king, looking down at him with a curious expression. "What is it, Elliott?""Well... Why did you help me reveal Oscar Lightfoot's letter to the centaurs?" asked Elliott. "It could have painted your father in a bad light.""My father is a great king, but he is not perfect," said the king, his voice low and calm. "It is important to acknowledge his mistakes, so that we can learn from them.""But your majesty, isn't it more important to do what's right for the kingdom, even if it means sacrificing your own ego?" asked Elliott, his voice growing bolder.The king's expression hardened, his eyes narrowing. "It is not about my ego," he said, his voice low and dangerous. "It is about maintaining the stability of the kingdom. If I am seen as weak, it could lead to disaster.""But at what cost?" asked Elliott. "The centaurs did nothing wrong. It was all Oscar's doing and not Magnus. The centaurs and the elves could be united once again. Why put that relationship at risk for the s
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 92
Fiona turned to look at him, her expression unreadable. "Why do you ask?" she finished, her voice smooth and nonchalant.Leo knew she was playing a game, but he didn't know what the rules were. "It's just that you've been spending a lot of time with your father, and I'm curious as to what you've been discussing," he said, choosing his words carefully. "I know you're a shrewd strategist, and I'm sure you're always thinking a few steps ahead. But I'd like to know what those steps are.""Do you not trust me, my love?" asked Fiona, a hint of playfulness in her tone. "I assure you, I have the best interests of our kingdoms at heart. I would never do anything to jeopardize our safety or security."Leo studied her for a moment, searching for any sign of deceit. But her face was like a mask, and he couldn't tell what she was truly thinking. "I trust you with my life," he said at last. "But I'd be remiss if I didn't ask the question. You must understand my concern."Fiona's silence spoke volum
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 93
The other huntresses looked at Talia, waiting for her nod of approval before they showed Leo and his companions to their tent. Nicklaus was having a hard time keeping Valor under control, as the griffin's nose was twitching with the scent of the food laid out on the mat. The huntresses exchanged amused glances, clearly amused by the sight of Nicklaus struggling to control his griffin."Come, Valor," Nicklaus said, his voice firm but gentle. "We must be polite guests." Valor let out a low growl, but allowed himself to be led away from the food....The ladies had been laughing and joking with Cedric, enjoying his easygoing manner and quick wit. But then, as if on cue, they all fell silent, their faces growing serious. They glanced nervously at Talia, and then filed out of the room without a word. Cedric was left feeling puzzled and a little concerned. He faced Talia and he jumped."I'm sorry, Talia," Cedric said, his voice strained. "I know this is difficult, but we can't let our perso
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Chapter 138: The sea god's dilemma
Dorian felt Juniper's frustration mounting as he held her in his arms. She was giving him the cold shoulder, her arms crossed and her expression one of discontent. He knew he'd messed up, and he wasn't sure how to fix it. So he just held her close, hoping that his presence might somehow make things better.But Juniper was having none of it. "Why even bother?" she said, her voice heavy with disappointment. Dorian felt a sinking feeling in his stomach.Dorian's heart sank as he heard Juniper's words. He knew he had made a mistake, and that he had hurt her in some way. He wasn't sure what to do to make it right, so he decided to give her some space. He knew that sometimes the best thing to do was to give someone the space they needed.But as he walked away, he couldn't help but feel a sense of loss. He wanted to be there for Juniper, to make her feel better. He wanted to be the one who could make her smile, the one who could brighten her day. But it seemed that he had failed in that regar
Chapter 137: A visit from death
Before he could even think about what to do, he heard the pounding of footsteps behind him. He turned around to see a massive, ferocious-looking dragon barreling towards him. It let out a mighty roar, and Carlisle felt the ground shake beneath his feet.Finn was the one who had sold the dragon babies, and he had been motivated by greed. Carlisle, on the other hand, had been scarred by a dragon years ago, and that had shaped his entire life. He was terrified of dragons, and he had devoted himself to keeping them away from people. But now, he was faced with a situation that he couldn't control.The momma dragon let out a deafening roar, and Carlisle could feel the ground tremble beneath his feet. He knew that he had to act fast. But what could he possibly do? He didn't have any weapons, and he was no match for a dragon. All he had was the baby dragon in his hands. It was then that he had an idea. He held the baby dragon out towards the approaching momma dragon, and he began to speak in a
Chapter 136: The mistake
Markus' eyes narrowed, his tone growing more urgent. "But what you've done is much more than a challenge," he said. "You've gone against the very principles of our alliance. We can't have you doing things like this, it could tear us apart!"Finn sighed, his gaze turning distant. "I know it was a risk," he said. "But I couldn't stand by and watch those dragons be harmed. They're just like any other creature, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity."Markus shook his head. He couldn't argue with that. "You're just making things more complicated. You're looking for an excuse to run off and hide like some hermit!""How dare you say that to me!? After what you've witnessed, you still think I'm trying to run away?""I'm not saying that to insult you," Markus said, his voice growing calmer. "But I have to wonder if you're looking for an escape, rather than a solution. Our alliance was founded on the principle of coexistence, not just hiding away. If we're going to create a better
Chapter 135
"...The dragons then were ruthless, not these plush toys"Markus' eyes narrowed, his tone growing more urgent. "But what you've done is much more than a challenge," he said. "You've gone against the very principles of our alliance. We can't have you doing things like this, it could tear us apart!"Finn sighed, his gaze turning distant. "I know it was a risk," he said. "But I couldn't stand by and watch those dragons be harmed. They're just like any other creature, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity."Markus shook his head. He couldn't argue with that. "You're just making things more complicated. You're looking for an excuse to run off and hide like some hermit!""How dare you say that to me!? After what you've witnessed, you still think I'm trying to run away?""I'm not saying that to insult you," Markus said, his voice growing calmer. "But I have to wonder if you're looking for an escape, rather than a solution. Our alliance was founded on the principle of coexistenc
Chapter 134: Dragons and chaos
Markus understood Finn's worries, but he remained hopeful. "If we work together, we can show the people that dragons are more than just fearsome creatures. They are intelligent and majestic beings, deserving of our respect and admiration. With time and effort, we can change the way people see dragons, and make the world a better place for all."In his own words, Finn's conditions were as follows: He would agree to help the alliance, and to bring the dragons together under one banner. In return, the alliance would promise to leave him and the dragons alone once the conflict was over, and to allow them to return to their isolated home. They would have no further demands or expectations of him or the dragons.It was a bold request, but Markus and Elliot could see where he was coming from. They needed to find a way to make this work, or risk losing their best chance at victory.Finn's request was understandable, but it presented a challenge for Markus and Elliot. They needed the dragons to
Chapter 133: The dragon tamer
"I'm not here to cause any trouble," he said, his voice wavering slightly. "I just want to talk to you, to explain what happened. Please, just hear me out."Finn looked skeptical, but after a moment's hesitation, he nodded. "Alright, I'll listen," he said, his tone still gruff. "But you'd better make it quick!""Please, Finn, this is important," Elliott pleaded. "Markus needs your help.""And who the blazes are you?" Finn demanded, his tone sharp. "I don't recall inviting you into my home!"Elliott's cheeks flushed with embarrassment. "I, um, I know Nora, and I know Markus."Finn gave Elliott a long, appraising look. "So you're a friend of George's, eh?" he said, his eyes narrowing. "That doesn't mean I have to listen to you.""Hmph," Finn grumbled, shifting from foot to foot. "I'm listening, but don't expect me to be swayed by a bunch of sob stories."Elliott took a deep breath, and began to speak. "It's true that George, as you knew him, made some mistakes. But he was a good man, onc
Chapter 132
'The story of your father is a sad one,' Nora said, her voice tinged with sorrow. 'He was a brave and kind man, but he was a soldier, and he saw much death and destruction in his life. It changed him, and he began to believe that violence was the only way to solve problems. He became angry and bitter, and he could not see any other way to live.'Markus listened intently, his heart heavy with grief. He knew his father had been a good man once, but the years of war had taken their toll. He wished he could have known his father as a child.She paused, as if considering her next words carefully. 'But he did love me. And I believe he loved you, too. He simply could not see beyond his own ambitions. And in the end, those ambitions destroyed him. He used his friends as pawns, and they in turn betrayed him. Revenge and power consumed him, and he was lost to the darkness.'Nora's eyes were bright with unshed tears. 'But you, my dear, you have a choice. You can choose a different path, a better
Chapter 131
"Hey, slow down!" Markus called out to Elliot as he raced toward him. "I'm not going anywhere without you. And I can't have you tripping and falling on your face in your rush to catch up!" He smirked and shook his head.Elliot skidded to a halt and tried to catch his breath. "I heard you were going to look for the dragon tamer. I want to come along!"Markus nodded, already in motion again. "Of course you can come, but you'll have to keep up. And we'll need to be quiet when we find the dragon tamer."Just then, they heard a familiar voice from behind them. "Yoo hoo! Markus?"Markus sighed and turned to see his mother approaching, carrying a pack on her back and her son in her arms. Scales let out a soft purr as they drew near."Mother, thank you for coming with.""You're welcome, my dear," Nora said, her voice gentle. "And you know I could never pass up an adventure like this! Plus, I have some history with the dragon tamer myself. I can't wait to see how he's changed over the years."
Chapter 130: For rich and for poor
The people gathered around her, their eyes full of hope and anticipation. One after another, they asked her questions, their voices growing louder and more desperate with each query."When am I going to get my big break!?""What number combination can I use for the lottery?""Is my job at the market worth it?""Why is my business stagnant?""Your big break will come when you least expect it," Eloise replied calmly, her words soothing the anxious crowd. "But in the meantime, focus on doing your best and giving your customers the best service possible."The crowd listened intently, hanging on her every word. For many of them, Eloise represented their last hope for a better futureAs more and more people came forward, Eloise felt the weight of their problems pressing down on her. It was as if she was caught in a sea of desperation, each person's pleas a drop of water threatening to drown her. But she held her ground, determined to help as many people as she could.But as the crowd swelled
