Chapter 387: New Allies

**Thelma Zane’s POV** "It is time to fulfill my duty! My Lords, in this life-and-death crisis, should we not set aside our differences and unite to bring clarity and safety back to our children’s lives?" The Great Elder's words resonated through the grand hall. He might not have been the most successful leader, but he was undoubtedly a gifted orator. His choice to center the argument around the children struck a chord with everyone present. No matter their political ambitions or personal grievances, all elves held the young in the highest regard. Children were precious and rare, a treasure no one would dare to see endangered. The room was tense, yet no one openly objected. Who would admit to indifference about the safety of children? To do so would be political suicide. For the nobles and officials seated in the hall, maintaining a reputation of righteousness was as essential as breathing. The Great Elder, sensing the moment was ripe, pressed further. I couldn’t help but th