Chapter 218. Oppulence

“I would advise you two to keep to yourselves for now. Although Eldria is a peaceful city, it can get a bit rough with supernaturals living among humans,” the female elder said.

Elena and Annalyn walked beside her through a long corridor with seaweed-green marble floors, the clicking of their shoes echoing sharply through the passage.

“We are the caretakers of the refugees,” Annalyn replied. “We need to be able to move around—to buy food and supplies to keep them alive and healthy. I need to be there for my people.”

“Queen Annalyn,” the elder said gently, “your people are not livestock. In due time, they—and the troll refugees—will naturally integrate into our society and learn to fend for themselves as the Eldrians do. Until then, our soldiers will assist them in acquiring food, clothing, and medicine to keep them strong and well.”

Annalyn’s brows furrowed as she looked up at the elder’s high ponytail. “But I’m their queen. I should be with them every step o