"The invaders," Eldrin continued, "not only do they pillage the settlements. They have also captured some of our own. We do not know if they do so for interrogation or for other, darker purposes."
Eldrin paused again and continued, "So far, the tribes affected have been those furthest away: the Silver Mist and the Frostbreeze. But we fear that if action is not taken, they will soon strike closer to the Crystal City."
The queen closed her eyes for a moment, pondering. She then looked at Faenir, before asking, "Do you think this could be the work of the humans from the south?" to which the old man hesitated before answering.
"It is possible, Your Majesty. The humans have always coveted our lands and our resources. If these invaders possess unknown weapons and beasts, they might have forged alliances with other creatures or found ancient secrets that they now use against us," Faenir said.
