Celebratory Feast

A few days later, all members of the Shadowcrest family, both direct descendants and in-laws, gathered for a celebratory feast.

It had been thousands of years since they last came together to celebrate.

From his wives' families to the relatives of his sons' wives, they gathered to reminisce about the past and discuss current events.

Turning to his son Lux, Maximus noticed the new addition to the family.

"Is this Alice?" Maximus greeted her with a smile.

"Nice to meet you, I'm Alice," she said formally, regaining the poised demeanor of the Elfalhn race.

"No need to be so formal—we're family now."

"It's only right. I'm fortunate to have met Lux."

"Don't be humble—it's Lux who's lucky to have met you. Here, take this as a welcoming gift," Maximus said, handing her a revised tier 9 origin manual and a piece of the World Tree containing all the essence of laws.