Mage Legend

"Esteemed Elders, among these three individuals, I wish to bestow a special honor upon one of them by naming her as one of our own, an elf. In her bloodline, I've seen the qualities of kindness and dedication. Judging her by her place of birth would be most unfair."

Several elders, upon hearing this, looked at the Elf Queen with some confusion. From the Queen's words, they could draw many possible conclusions. However, in such a situation, they would not dissent from the decision made by Hernfurry.

"Here, I declare, Zilvra will be a member of the elves. If you are willing, everyone will call you by an elf name. I think Salanmida, 'friend of the elves,' would be most appropriate."

Zilvra was not prepared for this sudden title, and her gaze fell upon Lynch, questioning what she should do. However, the Mage did not provide a decisive answer, merely leaving the decision to her.

"Thank you for the Queen's kindness," Zilvra stood up and said: "I'm not quite sure how to express my feelings in words at this moment; this is the best gift I've received since coming to the surface. Gaining the status of an elf will allow me easier access to Salantir, but as for the new name, I can only politely decline. I feel I haven't quite lived up to the term 'friend' yet; moreover, I have no reason to abandon my current name. Zilvra is simply a name, a familiar one to those around me, and that is enough."

With that, she sat back down.

The Elf Queen said nothing more but nodded in agreement. Then she turned to Kuboert: "Priest of the Holy Pate, thank you for everything you've done. Is there any way the elves can be of service to you?"

Kuboert stood up and saluted Her Majesty in the manner of the Light God's Church: "Respected Majesty, the reward I seek is the praise and encouragement from the Light God, which is the greatest solace for my soul. My visit here also holds a mission, to form a stronger friendship with the elves of Salantir. Both nations have endured arduous wars, and if Her Majesty requires anything of us, I will be glad to report it to the temple bishop."

"I believe the friendship between Salantir and the Holy Pate will remain and continue to strengthen," the Queen said, "Moreover, in the near future, there will be an even harsher conflict to test us mortals, for which we must be prepared. When the Beastman army ravages the lands of the Holy Pate, we elves will extend a helping hand. Great Druid Nosta has drawn up a list, and some elf warriors will support our friends of the Holy Pate. It will also be a time of training and trial for them."

"Thank you very much for this decision, Her Majesty and the Elf Elders," Kuboert smiled and said, "I assure you that they will receive the finest welcome in Pate."

"Now then, Mage Lynch, old friend. What do you require?" The Elf Queen smiled and said, "All of our elf clan's treasures are open to you."

"Well..." Lynch stood up, scratching his head, "To be honest, it is only right to do something for our friends here, but I do have something I desire." He decided to be straightforward, confidently gazing into Her Majesty's eyes: "In the Holy Land of the elves, there's a stone. In the elf language, it's called 'Linda Tasso,' a stone that nurtures life. As far as I know, it is also a magic scroll that has existed for a long time, and the knowledge recorded on it greatly attracts me. However, I know..."

"I will hand over that scroll to you," the Elf Queen said, "In addition, there is also the Necroman Magic Pearl obtained from Fyyian."

"Your Majesty, Linda Tasso is one of Heather's holy relics, how can it be taken outside the range of this Holy Mountain?" an elder said, "Please reconsider this decision."

"Indeed, we elves have our own excellent magic traditions. Perhaps those precious magic scrolls would be a better choice."

The Elf Queen waved her hand, silencing all the noise in the meeting hall. She explained, "Without Lynch's help, the Fishmen would have long plundered everything in this sacred land, including Linda Tary." She walked to Lynch and said, "However, within these two items lies a request. It is a mission in the northern region, which is extremely important for the future."