Chapitre 244: I am not human, am I?

Maelona stared at the letter, which bore the bold heading: "Official Patriarchal Duel!"

It was a challenge issued by the Darkfang Tribe.

In the intricate hierarchy of the tribes, each one had the right to request a duel for the chance to ascend in rank. However, the rules were strict: a tribe could only challenge the one directly above it.

Thus, the Darkfang Tribe, positioned just below the esteemed Top-Ranked High Elf tribe, was entitled to request this duel.

And, of course, no one had the right to refuse the duel! 

"I knew this would happen, but not this quickly..." Maelona sighed, a sense of foreboding creeping into her mind. She had already contacted her husband, who assured her he would arrive in time. Now, all she needed to do was inform Aria, who was enjoying her leisure time in her luxurious chambers.

With a small blush warming her cheeks, Maelona arrived at Aria's room and knocked gently on the ornate wooden door,