“Just because of that stupid prejudice….” I unconsciously held my forehand with the hand.
I couldn’t help but observe two seconds of silence for all the male elves in this country.
“So, it’s not just your orcs that suffered from stupid prejudice, but we elves too. That is why it is upon you to change this. It is a long way to go, student Brock.” Rolanna said with an earnest smile.
“Then Dean, why don’t you seem to have that prejudice against the orcs?” I asked another question that bothered me.
By the end of the day, I have deeply realized the terrible prejudice of elves against the orcs.
If you think about it carefully, in such an environment, she should also have the same kind of prejudice. Besides, it would have been impossible to pass such a proposal without affecting her reputation.
She insisted to such an extent, it couldn’t be just because of her hobby. Furthermore, unlike the other elves in my interaction, she never showed a hint of fear. She even let me stay in her house for a night, which would have been unimaginable for any other elves I saw today.
“Well, there’s no harm in telling you now. Actually, I have been saved by the orc once, moreover, it was an orc of your tribe.”
“Did something like this happen?” The shock made my eyes widen subconsciously.
“It was the year before the war ended. The alliance had dispatched troops to crusade against the Abyss Demon king. At that time, Saidian without any choice had to send female elves to the battlefield, and I joined the expeditionary team. In the wilderness of the north, I got separated from troops. When I was completely exhausted I encountered a one-horned demon. Just as I was about to die at the hands of the demon, a group of orcs appeared and killed the demon. At that time those orcs were carrying a red flag with battle-ax on it.”
“Well, that is indeed the flag of our tribe.”
At that time the tribe should have completely separated from the demon army and was at war with the demons.
“I thought I would be humiliated by the orcs, but they let me go and gave me dry rations and water. I still remember the orc leader, his name … I think it was Arzach.”
“Arzach” I was taken aback.
“Oh? You know? Speaking of him, You look a little similar to him, is he your father?” Rolanna’s eyes suddenly brightened.
“No, he is my great-grandfather. He has already passed away many years ago. He was once the tribal chief, a hero who led his people against the demon king.”
“Ah, I’m sorry. In excitement, I forgot. Elves don’t have much sense of years.” Rolanna gave an embarrassed smile, “he passed away… I, at that time, was too frightened, that I haven’t thanked him.”
There was a hint of loneliness on her face, this was the first time I ever saw her like this.
After a long silence, she got out of bed and went towards the door.
“So, Brock. I sincerely hope that elves can reach a peaceful settlement with orcs. About this, I hope you can believe me.” She turned her head and smiled at me: “I won’t be bothering you anymore, good night. There is class tomorrow, so go to bed early.”
Then she closed the door of the room.
I sat in the chair, with countless thoughts running in my mind.
The orcs and elves put aside their differences and made a peaceful settlement, this is not just the wish of my tribe. In this country too, there are elves who sincerely hope for it.
Although there is still a long way to go, I am not alone in my efforts.
Once again, I made the determination in my mind.
“So, what are you doing, ma’am? “I looked again in the directions of the door.
The door which should have been closed was slightly opened a little. Rolanna, who had just left the room, was looking through the door’s gap, her eyes shining with anticipation.
“I wanted to see if you would jump on the bed and smell the scent I left behind…” she answered.
“Go away!” I yelled at her.
“My room is upstairs. I’m free until dawn…”
“Even when you’re behaving once properly, can’t you be serious till the end!”
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