Chapter 92: The Things One Shouldn’t Know
Kael leaned back against the headrest and made himself comfortable, while also taking an apple from Rias. Its delicious aroma had been assaulting his nostrils for a while, so he really wanted to try it.
After keeping everyone in suspense for a few seconds, he explained, "The Beasts are very weak currently, and the sudden appearance of a Labyrinth means a chance for them to get stronger."
"But beasts can’t access the Labyrinth..." Kiona stopped midway and whispered, "Outsiders."
"Yup! The opening of the Labyrinth signifies that there is an outsider here or maybe a whole organization. Since there was no commotion before the opening, it means the beasts are colluding with the outsiders." Kael nodded.
"And since the beasts are getting weaker, it makes sense for them to get help from other races," Kiona said, realizing the situation. "The beasts discovered a Labyrinth, and since they can’t access it, they decided to sell the information to outsiders in exchange for support and resources."
"Correct! Or at least that’s what the humans might think," Kael flashed a smile. "The beasts obviously wouldn’t go to the humans, and the Dwarves won’t come down here. It simply isn’t worth the trouble for them."
"That leaves us with the Elves..."
Kael nodded. "Yes. The only race who can support and protect the beasts from humans are the Elves. Now, the humans would see this as a very big threat. If the beasts really grew stronger with the help of Elves, and the Elves grew stronger with the help of the Labyrinth, the days of humans ruling Eldryn are numbered."
Rias looked at him with a hint of respect as she said, "So, you are planning to get into an alliance with the Elves?"
"Kind of." Kael sighed. "We wouldn’t be able to hide for long if we really want to establish the Beast Empire. And once that happens, the humans will launch a full-blown war to destroy us. I honestly don’t know why they hate beasts so much, but it’s clear they wouldn’t allow a powerful beast alliance to exist in this world."
He took a bite of the golden apple, savoring its juicy flesh, and continued, "The problem isn’t just that. The Elves have a neutral stance most of the time, but they also don’t see beasts as equals because they are weak. If beasts suddenly begin to rise, it would definitely make them hostile."