Chapter 72

If I were to pick the most perfect race in the world, anyone would pick an 'elf'.

Starting with her appearance, which is not even able to express herself as beautiful, her body is naturally excellent. And even the magical ability that can be used as if breathing with God's blessing.

With a lifespan significantly longer than that of other races, each individual possesses remarkable intellectual abilities. As they value 'tradition' and 'history' more than other races, they have no choice but to have a lot of knowledge in their head.

However, even the near-perfect Elpratian has great blemishes in many ways. To value tradition and history, in other words, means to dislike change.

Moreover, as each individual has lived for more than 500 years, his own stubbornness is stronger than others. The reason is simple.

I've been living like this up until now, so I haven't had any problems. It's not a different race, it's an elf, so it's natural to have a fixed mindset.

[The race most suitable for 'pride'. But paradoxically, he has the ability best suited to pride.]

[He calls himself a descendant of the gods, but in the end he is just a mortal.]

[One day, that arrogance will become a sword and pierce their necks.]

For these reasons, elves are not well-received by other races. In particular, among them, the race that gives the harshest evaluation to the elves is the human race, and the race that doesn't get along well is the human race.

Many people think that dwarves hate elves the most, but surprisingly, this is not the case.

Dwarves are treating elves as talkative brats, and elves also consider dwarves to be a noisy race, at least as 'classmates'.

but not human Other races also view humans as a race without special strengths. However, elves have a strong tendency to look down on them.

If beasts hate humans, would elves treat humans as monkeys? As a near-perfect elf, he didn't feel the need to regard a human being who had little to no brilliance as his class.

However, according to the public opinion, arrogance would imprison themselves, and after the 'race war' broke out, the elves realized they were wrong.

[Humans will never understand elves, and elves will never understand humans. Because the two races are completely opposite.]

[A human being who longs for development because he has nothing. An elf who is settling for reality because he has everything from the beginning. How can two races running in parallel like this coexist in the same world?]

As in the above evaluation, the elves experienced a serious internal division when a major crisis broke out during the war of races, and humans, on the other hand, achieved dazzling growth by joining forces internally.

Of course, there were all kinds of political gossip from the human side, but at least not to the level of self-destruction like the elves.

In fact, the mistakes the elves made were very damaging one by one. It is basic that a strategically important location was occupied gracefully while being careless, saying that there is no need to deal with it with full force.

In addition, even if they realize that it is a trap, they believe in their own strength and charge and take a lot of damage, or if there is no reason to fight, they counteract that the opponent is a human being, etc.

He even committed atrocities of imprisoning a warrior who had accumulated a revolutionary career during the war, saying that he had just committed an act that violated the 'law'. Naturally, humans took advantage of the warrior's absence and launched an onslaught.

Thanks to this, humans were in an advantageous position even at the end of the war, but the elves were the complete opposite. The news that they had been defeated by a human they usually ignored was enough to cause great confusion to them.

Fortunately, they themselves recognized the error. And if you recognize a mistake, you should change it of course.

The old laws are no longer needed. The world has changed.

– We must make the laws ourselves, not the laws set by God.

After the race war, the first thing the elves did was to repair the upper floors. It was a generational change.

Albenheim was ruled by elders elected from each ethnic group in a political institution called the 'Senate'. However, after the generational change took place, the method changed.

That is, the 'King', who is the supreme commander, was established over them.

However, many restrictions were placed so that the king would not shovel in a moment of crisis like the Senate, and the law was only amended, but it was designated that the king would not rule over the law.

If so, did the senate that ruled Albnheim for a long time disappeared as it was? Not at all.

Although they went to the brink of defeat in the tribal war, it is undeniable that the present Albnheim was able to exist thanks to them. In particular, there were a lot of older generations like them, so there was a huge backlash.

This caused the division to become so severe that it almost escalated into a major incident, but fortunately it was able to overcome it. From then on, it was decided to make a king, but keep the senate as it is.

As a result, Albenheim began to rule with the senate and the king checking each other. The problem is that the king who reigned over Albenheim is open, while the Senate still insists on outdated laws.

Therefore, it is not an exaggeration to say that the current Albenheim is showing a figure comparable to the king of the generation gap. It is a clear difference compared to humans, whose lifespan is short and generational crossover occurs frequently.

A long lifespan looks good in a way, but it has a big drawback in that it cannot turn into rotten water like an elf and can be turned into oil.

Fortunately, the senator also realized his mistake, and so far, only noise has occurred, and no major problems have occurred. Even when Albenheim began to actively interact with other countries after the Tribal War, they did not reject it, even if they were displeased.

Thus, about 300 years have passed since the tribal war. It was a very long time not only for humans but also for elves, so the wounds from the racial war seemed to be getting better.

[The biography of Xenon, which caused a big wave every time he appeared. This time, the elf queen and human love?]

[It's an impossible story, but I'm curious because it's a novel. However, the notice of suspension […]

[Special Alert! The first draft of Xenon's biography is stolen! As a result of the investigation, the suspects were caught as elves and beasts…]

Until one piece appeared that started to create another rift within Albenheim.

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Yggdrasil.

The city where 'civilization' was first established and the capital of Albenheim where all knowledge in the world exists.

It is a city that every scholar should visit at least once before he dies, and it contains invaluable resources both historically and culturally.

In particular, it is safe to say that the 'world tree', the divine tree that the gods directly managed, contains the crystals of history. World Tree and Yggdrasil have the same meaning, but use different words to distinguish them.

In any case, the world tree was the driving force for the beginning of the first civilization, and according to mythology, it is said that the gods directly educated the elves. According to the myth, the elves also set up a higher education institution in Yggdrasil to train talented people.

In addition, the World Tree is used as a temple. Considering what is recorded in mythology, it is a natural phenomenon.

If so, where are the political institutions located? It is located right in front of the world tree because it is impossible to conduct politics within the world tree that the gods have raised directly.

The name of this institution established to rule Albenheim is 'Elodia'.

If the World Tree is the politically most beautiful place in Albenheim, Elodia is the politically most filthy place.

"Your Majesty, please reconsider. Such insults will not be tolerated by us any longer."

An elf is politely bowing his head and begging someone earnestly. An elf that aged more slowly than other races, or an old-fashioned voice with small wrinkles, you could tell that it was a fairly old elf.

Two elf men and women of similar age stood next to the elf, and they belonged to the younger elves, unlike the older elves. Unlike an elf, who is close to an old man, he appeared to be middle-aged, and his natural beauty has not faded.

The only thing they have in common is that all three of them are making expressions full of dissatisfaction. All the complaints were focused on one person.

"I said it was okay. But I don't understand why you guys say this to me."

A pure yet loving voice resounds in the space. At that voice, the old elf slowly raised her bowed head.

An elf sitting on a high throne was looking down loftily.

The silver-gray eyes exuded a mysterious look, similar to the silver-gray hair that seemed to reach her shoulders, and her appearance was gentle yet hard on the core.

In addition to the white jade-like skin, she looked like a girl due to her youthful appearance.

Her name is Arwen Elidia, who has a more striking beauty than any other elf.

She is the queen of the elves who have ruled Albenheim from 100 years ago and is currently in conflict with the 'Senate'.

"My Majesty, Queen Haona. This is not only an insult to Her Majesty, but also to our elves. Why should our elves deserve such an insult?"

The old elf, presumed to be the chief, once again protested fiercely. As if sympathizing with him, the elf men and women standing next to him exchanged words one by one.

"It's the same with us. Not only was it not enough to designate the devil's subordinates, and even the top executives, as our elves, we even gave them the insult of 'pride'."

"Even though it's just a novel, as this book is spreading around the world, we must not stand still. Above all, didn't you even touch the Queen? The love between a human and the Queen, I absolutely cannot understand."

The topic they are protesting against Arwen is the story of a novel that took the world by storm, the life of Zeno. As the Xenon biography is spread all over the world, the elves had no choice but to come into contact with it.

At first, they simply said they were fun and enjoyed reading it. However, since the appearance of 'The Seven Deadly Sins', the atmosphere has turned strangely, and there has been a lot of talk in the new priesthood.

Strictly speaking, the older generation, including the Senate, showed a strong reaction, and didn't pay much attention to anything else. Rather, the new generation, who thoroughly learned the history, watched with interest from various perspectives.

It's bittersweet that an elf has the title of 'pride'. The love story between an elf queen and a human is filled with anticipation and anxiety.

However, it is not a senator. They expressed their anger at the level of rage, saying that they were insulting the race itself, the elf.

"Whoa…"

When Arwen took a deep breath, the senator who had been protesting strongly kept his mouth shut. Those who had been watching Arwen for hundreds of years had no choice but to be quiet.

Because when Arwen sighed in front of everyone, it meant that he was just as angry. In fact, the fine brow is slightly frowned, revealing displeasure.

After that, Arwen looked at the Senate one by one with silver-gray eyes. There are still dissatisfied faces.

"…Hey, was it really something that would make you so angry with a book?"

Arwen responded to the Senate with a hoarse voice. The loving-kindness has disappeared, leaving only the chill.

"And what did you learn from history? Were you not shamed in the tribal war because of your arrogance? It's really funny that you try to deny history like this."

When she blew out the heavy facts, the impression of the Senate was wrinkled without mercy. To them, a race war is more than a disgrace.

In other words, Arwen didn't just swear in front of his face, it was no different than swearing worse than that. He had nothing to say to the Senate, even if he was angry.

But the Senate was not easy either. They are well aware that they are providing an excuse to get angry here.

"…That's right. His Majesty Haona. Please consider the impact of the current Zenon biography around the world. Changing the perception of the demons alone is absolutely negligible, but if we go on like this, our views on the elves may change."

"I agree. No one knows what's going to happen if the author makes a bad portrayal of us."

So, he maintained his composure and expressed his own intentions. They say it like that, but the essence is this one.

Please give me official permission to find the author of Zeno's biography. If so, they will figure it out.

"… …"

Arwen looked at the Senate with his forehead slightly narrowed. It's ridiculous that I can't get angry at something so obvious.

Anyone can predict what will happen if they find the author. Threatening to avoid negative portrayals of the elves or committing further denial.

An elf who prides himself on being God's chosen race, but among them, the Senate is on the harsh side. Basically, supremacy prevails.

Normally, even a vase would not be strange, but Arwen was not. There's one reason she can hold her queen's seat for over 100 years.

"Oh. Are you only afraid of a single book? It's really interesting. To be proud of being a God-chosen race and afraid of books written by mere humans. It's ridiculous."

"… …"

"If you're really scared, why don't you write a book too? I don't understand why you're complaining to me that you should write a book that's more interesting than Zeno's biography."

This is because the ability to refute the other person's words is excellent. So far, the kings of Albenheim have not been able to withstand the senate's checks, but Arwen was a different story.

A political talent capable of counterattacking without letting go of the attacks of the politically well-established senators. He has the mental strength to stand firm even under a lot of pressure.

Naturally, from the point of view of the Senate, such Arwen cannot but be seen as a thorn in the eyes. She's trying to make a hole in her somehow, but she doesn't seem to have a chance to break through.

"First of all, I know what you think. But I just want you to know that now is not a good time. The author is currently on a break, so if you go looking for it for nothing, your gaze on us will get worse."

"When should we care about such a gaze? We are God's chosen elves."

"Yes. Although we made a big mistake during the Tribal War, that was our mistake, not that humans were superior."

A senator who has no intention of backing down at all. Arwen had no choice but to frown upon hearing their appeal.

They thought they had made a mistake even in the race war, but never acknowledged that humans were superior to them.

Of course, it is true that humans can have an advantage because elves are self-defeating, but that shouldn't devalue humans.

Arwen forcibly prevented her from sighing once again at the behavior of the Senate, who showed the essence of a kkondae. It wasn't good for him to play attrition like he is now.

"Stop! How long are you planning to devote your precious time to such a book? You must have a lot of work to do, too?"

"Hah…"

"Okay. Please stop backing away. I have a lot to think about like you."

When the queen's roar broke out, the senate had no choice but to withdraw. Pushing like this may have the opposite effect.

The old elf, who was the representative, politely bowed his head and said hello.

"…I see. Please listen to us."

"You don't have to worry about that. It wasn't that I wasn't paying attention either."

"Thank you. Then we'll just leave."

After a long and long fight, the Senate moved out of the audience. He didn't forget to shoot a bitter glance at Arwen right before he went out.

"Whoa…"

Arwen let out a sigh that he had been holding back when all the Senators had left. Then, after he magically confirmed that no one was around, he grumbled a little.

"You f**king bastards."

No words could ever come out of the Queen's mouth. Rather, it is a thick profanity that would be suitable only for an idiot.

In addition, the relatively young-looking exterior gave a sense of disparity that could not be ignored. Wouldn't it be astonishing if the Senate saw this figure?

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Either way, Arwen shrugged and grunted like a child.

"Why are you so f**king mean? I don't understand."

damn it!

Arwen swung his fingers indifferently, and a book was created in the air. It was a space-moving magic that could only be carried out after reaching the level of a human archmage.

She was an elf who could use magic as if she were breathing, so she could practice it without a chorale.

Next, Arwen carefully grabbed the book created in the air with both hands. The title of 'Zenon's biography' is engraved on the cover.

"It's just fun."