A Little Evidence?
"We haven't come up with anything, Lady." Volker's tone sounded slightly disappointed. "I've been stalking him, but he hasn't shown up at all."
"Do they want to destroy Remilis?" guessed Lord Hector, "they are clearly targeting humans for this terror," he concluded. "Maybe someone wants to pit us against one another."
"Could it be that the Eorta clan did it? They want our relationship with the humans to deteriorate." Lord Jurgen analyzed.
"I don't think so, Lord." Volker tried not to let evil thoughts about Eorta float in their heads.
Rodenis had indeed fought tooth and nail at that time with Eorta. Still, Rodenis had already defeated them, and they promised not to make trouble with Rodenis again. Peace has been obtained, and they are living quietly for now.
"They have promised us not to make a mess after the war hundreds of years ago," repeated Lord Jurgen.
"You are right." Now Lady Loyce answered. "On this Erter Continent we have lived side by side for hundreds of years and peace has been agreed upon. However, we must remain vigilant," he concluded. "You are the one responsible for doing that, so you must settle this matter quickly."
Volker looked thoughtful. But somehow, in the end, he worked up the courage to talk about Goldana Aerta. He wanted to see how the Elders would respond when he brought up the magic stone. Because so far, they never reveal it.
"Lord, Lady, what about Goldana Aerta?" The Elders widened their eyes in surprise a second after Volker said that.
The Elders glanced at each other after recovering from their shock. Lady Loyce spoke first.
"Goldana Aerta. What is it? Why are you asking about that thing?"
"I want to know," Volker answered firmly. "We know the stone has enough power for us."
"That's right." Lord Jurgen answered. "But we don't need the stone. Besides, it's gone somewhere and we don't need to talk about it anymore."
"For now, we really don't need it. But with Goldana Aerta, it will increase Rodenis' strength." Volker looked at one of the Elders with a deep frown. "Wouldn't this benefit our clan?"
Volker could see the faces of the elders who didn't like their discussion this time. Goldana Aerta, seems to have more mysteries than he reads in books.
"Lord, Lady. We can't close our eyes if our 'enemies' are increasing. Greedy humans or even other clans. We have eternal life but many betrayals because of our clan's marriage to the human race. Not only that, there will be many problems that will attack us in the future. That's why we have to be on guard."
True, many Rodenists and Humans decided to get married. Then Rodenis chose to leave Remilis only to pursue the love of humans. Many mixed-blooded children at Delmar or Amalgm. Amalgm is a village founded by the 'outcast' Rodenis because he decided to marry a human.
"You don't need to worry that Rodenis will become alienated. Because we know humans will not cross the boundaries we have set." Lord Hector said firmly. His right hand played casually with his tea glass as if they didn't have a meaningful discussion.
"Does that mean you guys will ban me if I have the will to get it?" Volker surprised the Elders yet again. They knew Volker was a stubborn man. But it's about Goldana Aerta. Many clans tried to get it but never returned, even hundreds of years ago.
"You have the desire to get it?" asked Lady Alegra gently. "Volker, I know you are a great knight. But Goldana Aerta is not something that is easy for you to get like you want a toy. Forget about that thing and focus on finding the terrorists. That would be better for you."
"What if I still want to get it?" Volker insisted. "How about I'll say that I'm not afraid of anything that's in front of me. The most important thing is that I can get the seven Goldana Aerta shards and put them back together."
"Don't be stubborn!" Lord Jurgen said coldly while looking at Volker. "Unless you have a thousand lives in you," said Lord Jurgen. "It doesn't mean that because we are immortal you forget that we can also die."
Volker certainly understands that. They can live hundreds or even thousands of years. But that doesn't mean they can't lose their lives. Volker wanted to voice his opinion again but was stopped by a soft voice that came out.
"We end this meeting," said Lady Loyce. "And remember so you can stay alert with the terror that threatens. Make sure that there are no more victims fall. You may go, Volker." The decision taken by Lady Loyce earned the approval of the other Elders with a nod.
Although Volker looked dissatisfied, he complied with Lady Loyce's words. Volker's guess was correct. They did not want to discuss the matter further. Moreover, they seemed to disapprove of Volker's idea of him leaving to put the Goldana Aerta fragments back together. Volker returns to his house to rest before tracking down the criminal again.
Volker brewed tea, and a puff of smoke brought with it the scent of jasmine. It relaxed him a bit. A thought finally appeared in his mind. Should he need companions to carry out his mission? It was true what Lord Jurgen said. He didn't have a thousand lives to subdue such a magical item.
He should have to contact someone. Aside from Goldana Aerta, that person will help him find the terrorists.
Volker took a moment to cool his thoughts. Lying on his bed, the man closed his eyes. He needed some sleep, even if it was just for a little while.
Volker left his house when the sun was setting. He went to the Zentera forest because the last victim was found there. Volker walked through the woods in silench. The sound of small animals filled the forest, and his steps were as slow as possible if he feared a wild animal would attack him.
Arriving at the scene, Volker tried to walk around. There are no clues that could make the search easier.
"Shit!" cursed Volker in silence. He prefers fighting against enemies to achieve victory rather than facing a mystery like this.
Volker caught something shiny not far from where he was. The man came closer to see what object was lying there. It's a piece of metal. Shaped like a crescent moon and slightly pointed in the middle.
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