The Adventure Of Eric (The Rescue of the Elf Princess)
21. The Gate of the Seven Wolves 2

The street elf approached the wolf that stood at the front. Both spoke for quite a while. It seemed that the elf had a little trouble making the wolf understand and allowing the troops to pass by.

But the fairy finally came back. "We can go through on one condition" he said.

"What?" ask one of the commanders.

"They want to help fight the Orcs in your country!" The elf explained the conditions the white wolves had requested.

"They want to help? Of course I can. We are happy to have help" replied the commander.

"Only, if they come to our country, what about this gate?" ask the others.

"No. Only two wolves were involved. They are father and son. Their families were killed by Orcs. They want revenge!" The fairy explained.

The commanders of the army looked at each other. Discuss with their eyes.

"As long as they can follow the prince's plan and wait patiently for the time of the attack, they can come!" one commander of the army represents the other.

"I'll pass you your terms." The elf walked again towards the waiting wolf patiently.

Before long, the elf called an army of Elves closer. "We can continue our journey!" said happy.

The army of over one hundred and fifty men, marched in unison and entered the gate cautiously.

Five minutes later, there was a bright light at the end of the tunnel. Everyone was amazed. How fast would it be to return to pass through that gate.

"We're not exactly on the border of the Elf country. But we have saved a few hours, to reach the border if we pass through the forest road" said the fairy.

"So, exactly how much longer are we going to reach the border?" ask commander.

"An hour's left!" sahut the elf with a confident nod.

"Maybe it's better that we take a short break before continuing on the journey" another commander suggested.

"Okay, we're taking a half-hour break. After that, leave and wait at the border!" replied the commander of the force firmly.

The group stopped and sat down on the edge of the forest. Enjoy the beautiful scenery that lies there.

"You should also strengthen the border area" the Elf commander said.

"Well, you're right. I did get instructions to relay the message of the head of the border guard force to the soldiers guarding the front post there," the Fairy soldier replied.

The commander of the army nodded in agreement. Then their attention turned to the two white wolves who were father and son. The two sat close together, never greeting the others.

"Do you know about their story?" ask the Elf commander.

"Don't know exactly. It's just that they weren't here. Originally the gate was leading to the border of the Witch country. However, the white wolf community was hunted by Orcs who often passed through the border area of the Witch Kingdom. Our king, who saw them unprotected, offered to move his gate to the border of the Elf country. Now they've been living quietly." The fairy explained.

"That means the border of the Witch Country was long insecure huh," one of the commanders commented.

"It's been a while. It's just that, before this they were just committing a criminal act, disturbing and we can still punish him. Bamun, not now. Mastering another country is a big movement!" The elf looked quite clever in the eyes of the Elves.

"I think our break is over. Time to continue the journey!" The commander of the force stood up, followed by the others.

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"Look! What a beautiful beach!" said one of the guards, as soon as they got out of the tunnel that split the belly of the rock hill.

For a moment they admired the sea view they would not meet in the Elf country. Fresh air with a different aroma hit the smell. Then the two continued their journey.

Not far from the tunnel was seen the first house building that sold food. Visitors there watched the Elves who came. It was unusual for Elves to come to that remote place.

"Where are you going?" ask an old dwarf.

"We want to go to the wall of light to carry out the task" replied one Elf.

"Last time also came those humans who wanted to cross that wall of light. Somehow they are now," said the old dwarf.

Two Elves nodded. "We were assigned to look for them by the princess." An Elf told the truth.

"That place is very dangerous. Why do you guys want to go there?" The old dwarf shook his head in wonder.

"You're gonna need a boat. Now there was no ship good enough to take past that place. You may be able to pre-order on the shipbuilder," he suggested.

"We had a little time. The situation is precarious in the Elf Kingdom. Orcs are storming into the capital!" inexplicably.

"What's? How brave are the Orcs. Didn't you sign a peace treaty?" The old dwarf looked angry.

The two Elves simply nodded. "Now, do you have any suggestions on how we might pass through that wall of light in the middle of the sea?"

The old dwarf thought for a moment. Then he nodded. "There was. Follow me" he said, rising from his seat and walking away.

The two Elves looked at each other and finally followed behind. They were taken into the middle of a fishing village. Passing through several houses and large open spaces, where some blue dwarfs were busy gathering, doing something.

"Wait here!" said the old dwarf. He left behind the two Elves who were the center of attention of the other blue dwarves.

"Are you lost?" shouted one of the dwarves from inside the open building on the side of the road.

Elf shook. "We want to go across the wall of light in the middle of the sea" they said solemnly.

Instantly the dwarves fell silent to hear it. Their faces looked surprised. Shortly after, a laugh broke out.

"Elf-men are unique. They want to die!" teasing one of the dwarves, greeted by another burst of laughter. The Elves could do nothing but put on grimacing faces.

"Shut up!" The old dwarf is back. His eyes stared intently at the people who were laughing mockingly.

"If you don't know anything, you better shut up!" said spicy. The people gathered in the building, instantly silent a thousand languages.

"You guys, come with me!" he said, while stepping towards the beach. The eyes of all the dwarves were blue, pointing at the three people passing by while leading the horse.

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