Volume 8, Chapter 28 – Elven Queen

It was done.

The Elven Queen, as the strongest existence of the Nature faction, held an irreplaceable position among the elf race.

After all, as a Throne-tier, the Elven Queen represented Nature itself. And now, Xingyu Muxi, whose in game race was elf, stood alone to have an audience with the Elven Queen of the Nature Plane.

“Your Majesty…”

As the eldest daughter of a great family, Xingyu Muxi had understood all kinds of social etiquette since childhood. Ancient great families pursued perfection in ceremonial appearances, so as a descendant of such a family, Xingyu Muxi possessed flawless etiquette.

Upon seeing the legendary Elven Queen, Xingyu Muxi performed the most impeccable courtesy. Every movement was flawless in the eyes of any onlooker.

As for the Elven Queen, although she had never seen such etiquette before, the solemn sense of ritual still conveyed a feeling of being respected.

Thus, at their first meeting, Xingyu Muxi left a very good impression in the Elven Queen’s heart.

“No need for such courtesy.”

The current Elven Queen was no longer the beautiful and sacred figure she once was during the Graveyard war. After that great battle, and after being heavily injured by the Undead Grand Duke Sargus, the Elven Queen’s condition deteriorated with each passing day.

Now, the Elven Queen’s combat strength was less than one tenth of what it once was. As such, the appearance she once maintained through power could no longer be sustained. In Xingyu Muxi’s eyes, the Elven Queen was now aged beyond measure.

Her once delicate and fair skin had become extremely slack. Her formerly beautiful face was now covered in wrinkles like deep ravines, and her once straight back had become deeply hunched.

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Although elves were a long lived race with lifespans far exceeding those of humans, all life would eventually reach its end.

Thus, the Elven Queen, who had lived for several hundred thousand years, could no longer sustain the life that should have faded long ago once her power could no longer be preserved.

“Are you surprised to see me like this?”

At this moment, the Elven Queen was like a kind old grandmother, looking at Xingyu Muxi with a gentle smile.

“N-No… Not really… it’s just that your condition…”

Although she had long heard of the Elven Queen’s weakness, seeing it with her own eyes still left Xingyu Muxi astonished.

After all, the strength of a Throne-tier was something everyone knew. That even a Throne-tier could no longer sustain her own life was something difficult to accept.

Seeing Xingyu Muxi press her lips together, clearly wanting to speak but stopping herself, the Elven Queen smiled helplessly.

“Life and death are governed by fate. Before, I still held onto the thought of recovering my strength. But after becoming like this, I’ve let it go.”

“Perhaps this is the end of my life. In the past, I always thought I could live for a very, very long time, living until I grew tired of life itself.”

“But now, I suddenly realize that in the blink of an eye, several hundred thousand years have already passed. A lifespan that seemed so long was, in truth, like a single moment.”

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The Elven Queen spoke on and on, then let out a soft sigh.

“I must admit that Undead Grand Duke Sargus is a qualified leader. Although the Graveyard under his command has brought about endless slaughter, as a leader, his spirit is something I cannot learn.”

“So… after I die, I hope that you can treat our elf race well, just like Undead Grand Duke Sargus does.”

“I…”

Xingyu Muxi had absolutely not expected the Elven Queen to strike so decisively right from the start.

After lamenting the length of life, she abruptly changed the topic and directly entrusted the entire elf race to her.

Although… inheriting the Elven Queen’s power was something beyond doubt, taking good care of the entire elf race…

At this thought, Tianyin’s cute smiling face flashed through Xingyu Muxi’s mind.

“Don’t rush to refuse.”

Just as Xingyu Muxi was considering whether to use some tactful words to gloss it over, the Elven Queen very considerately provided her with a way out.

The kind Queen revealed a gentle smile and beckoned to Xingyu Muxi standing not far away.

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“Come here, child. To someone who has lived for several hundred thousand years like me, almost all elves can be considered my descendants. So you can be considered my child as well. Since you are to inherit my power next, let me take a good look at you.”

The Elven Queen’s words were extremely polite, leaving Xingyu Muxi with no reason to refuse.

After all, the Elven Queen was still a Throne-tier. Faced with such a courteous request, Xingyu Muxi could not decline.

After Xingyu Muxi walked over, the Elven Queen carefully examined her appearance.

It had to be said that even the Elven Queen, who had seen countless beautiful elves, could not help but sigh after seeing Xingyu Muxi’s looks up close.

“Very beautiful… At least in my memory, child, your appearance ranks among the very top. And in terms of temperament, you can at least be placed at the very front.”

The Elven Queen grew more and more satisfied the longer she looked at Xingyu Muxi.

“In appearance and temperament, you are already sufficient to take my place.”

Although such praise sounded pleasant, this kind of appearance focused commentary still left Xingyu Muxi feeling rather stunned.

“Of course, this alone is not enough. After all, as the Throne-tier of the elves, you must also possess the awareness befitting a leader.”

After a round of pleasant words, the Elven Queen’s tone began to strike directly at the core.

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“After inheriting my power, I need you to be able to shoulder the survival of the entire elf race. Although this may only be my own concern, I cannot be certain of what the future will bring.”

“But… after I die, child, I hope you will place importance on your people.”

These words were less a demand and more a final entrustment before death.

Although she felt slightly unwilling in her heart, seeing the Elven Queen’s kind yet sincere expression made it difficult for Xingyu Muxi to speak out in rebuttal.

“Don’t know how to answer? It’s fine, child. Your future time is still very long. Responsibilities like these may be unclear now, but you will understand them later. Emphasizing these things to you now might make you feel resistant, but I hope you won’t forget what I’ve said to you.”

As a Throne-tier, especially the Throne-tier of an entire faction, one should treat faction members like a king would.

Just as the faction’s people respect and adore the Throne-tier, the Throne-tier must naturally shoulder the responsibility of protecting the lives of those under their command.

While possessing power, one also possesses the duty to protect others.

Although the Elven Queen was not a particularly qualified warrior, in the eyes of the elves of the Nature Plane, the Elven Queen was a qualified leader.