Chapter 86: The Death of Alexander

Chapter 86: The Death of Alexander

“Your Majesty!”

Hela suddenly rushed over, calling out.

“Hela, is there something you need?”

Airael continued admiring the cityscape without turning around.

“Just now, the High Priest sent word that the Human emissaries have agreed to your demands.”

“So soon!”

Airael spun around in surprise.

To her, that old fox had been so adamant earlier, it was hard to believe he’d concede so easily.

Surely he needed to be worn down for a few days.

“Perhaps, as Your Majesty said, those demands aren’t too excessive after all.”

Hela spoke up.

“The Humans are certainly strong right now, but time is uncertain for anyone.”

Airael shook her head lightly.

Her demands were indeed reasonable given her position as Elven Queen.

But the key was, this wasn’t just about her marriage; it also impacted the diplomatic relations between their races.

She sensed that it was far from simple.

That cunning old coot was definitely scheming something behind the scenes.

However, it was good he accepted so readily.

They had both put forth their demands and reached an agreement; at such a moment, nobody could backtrack or add more requests.

Everything would reveal itself in three hundred years!

Three hundred years later, if the Humans truly remained so formidable, and a satisfactory candidate existed, then marrying a Human would be no issue for her!

After all, she eventually had to find a male creature for some indescribable activities, to bear her own offspring.

In that case, her descendants would surely have better prospects.

According to Suratu, her offspring would possess the right to inherit the Human Empire.

With that in mind, Airael felt completely liberated.

Meanwhile, after finalizing the peace pact details with the Elven Race, Suratu hurriedly wrapped things up and set off for home.

A bad feeling suddenly struck him.

They had been gone too long.

Just as Suratu embarked on his return, something he dreaded unfolded in this world.

Beside Silnas Island, aboard Alexander’s flagship, Victor looked mournfully at his father lying in bed with his eyes firmly shut!

Just a moment ago, the doctor responsible for prolonging Alexander’s life had summoned him to deliver the news that his father, the Human Emperor—Alexander—had died!

Due to a lack of effective treatment, despite prolonged efforts to keep him alive, Death ultimately claimed Alexander.

However, Alexander’s appearance in death looked serene.

Though his mentor Suratu hadn’t returned yet, he had resigned himself to fate.

What could he do if destiny chose this path?

Moreover, he believed going out together with a formidable opponent like Krul wasn’t a bad end.

But his death posed many problems for the Human Empire he had built, and for his son Victor.

“Prince, please accept my condolences! His Majesty has passed; the dead cannot return to life. It is crucial for us living to tend to our own matters.”

Seeing the sorrowful Victor, the physician offered consolation.

His own expression was filled with sadness as well.

He wished he could save Alexander, but he was limited in his abilities, powerless against the damage to Alexander’s heart, forced to extend his life only briefly.

Sadly, they lacked the means to summon a high-ranking Elven priest, or there might have been hope.

Victor slowly emerged from his grief.

A cold expression crept onto his face.

The physician had a point.

He needed to focus on his own duties.

His task was to stabilize the vast Empire inherited from his father, ensuring it didn’t collapse.

With a thousand thoughts racing through his mind, Victor addressed the physician and attendants in the room: “No one is to leak the news of my father’s death. He is simply resting in this room and cannot be disturbed at this critical moment! Understood?”

“Yes!”

The almost threatening tone of voice made it so the physician and attendants dared not disagree.

Victor immediately left Alexander’s room, heading outside.

He knew they couldn’t keep his father’s death under wraps forever.

But for now, it had to be concealed.

Once news of his father’s death leaked, the entire Empire would surely descend into chaos.

Moreover, reports indicated the Sea Tribe was already beginning to stir; they had finally gathered a contingent of their kin into an army after being held back by other Sea tribes, while there had been no concrete updates from the Elven Race.

Victor needed to prepare for the inevitable chaos ahead.

What Victor didn’t realize was that discussions about Alexander’s condition had already begun in secret among the Human military.

After all, many had witnessed Alexander’s injuries.

Especially those who took part in the conflict.

Each had considerable strength and certain ambitions and desires.

Alexander’s presence had kept their ambitions and desires at bay.

But with Alexander gone, who would repress their re-emerging ambition and desires?

Victor probably wouldn’t be enough!

When Suratu returned with the peace treaty (marriage contract) with the Elven Race, Alexander had already been dead for some time.

During that time, his body had been preserved in the room, showing no signs of decay.

But the Human military had already begun to simmer with unrest.

Especially following Victor’s order that Alexander was indisposed and unable to see anyone.

This hinted at something amiss that caused some to become restless.

However, until they confirmed Alexander’s death, they daren’t show any obvious signs of discontent.

Outwardly, everyone still presented a united front under the banner of the Human Emperor, Alexander.

Suratu’s return brought about significant changes in the Human military.

Some of their clandestine actions had quieted down considerably.

But they hadn’t vanished entirely.

Though Suratu was a highly revered Archmage, his intimidating presence wasn’t nearly as powerful as that of Alexander.

Upon Suratu’s return, he immediately went to see Alexander.

However, he was stopped at the door.

Upon learning of Victor’s order that “Alexander is to rest, refusing all visitors”, Suratu’s heart sank heavily.

His eyes closed, and his body nearly faltered, almost collapsing to the ground.

He had anticipated something like this.

But upon confirming it, it still exceeded what he could bear mentally.