There is no eternal hatred or eternal intimacy between countries, but only eternal interests.
Suramar is not a country, at most it is a city-state, but the rules and regulations of Suramar under Elisande's rule are still implemented in accordance with national standards.
Why is Suramar willing to ally with Quel'Thalas?
In the final analysis, it is because following the distant relatives of Quel'dorei can gain enough benefits.
Due to the limited output of the Nightwell, Suramar's population growth has long since stagnated.
This is why people have been exiled outside the city for the past 10,000 years, because the magic produced by the Night Well cannot support so many people.
When a new baby is born, someone will inevitably be pushed out of the city.
Elisande had not yet become obsessed with the Eye of Aman'Thul, and when he took direct power, most of the people expelled from the city were prisoners who had committed crimes.
As Elisande retreated into seclusion and handed over the power of governance to her own advisory group, the powerful ministers headed by Fandos gradually changed the banishment ceremony and became a means for them to exclude dissidents.
A large number of innocent people and the unlucky ones affected by the political struggle were exiled. Without a decisive leader in charge, Suramar's decision-making level became chaotic.
After Phandos was killed as a warning to the monkeys and Elisande returned to power in person, the members of the advisory group obviously restrained their previous arrogant style, put their tail between their legs and honestly followed orders.
As a result, Suramar's order returned to normal, and even began to flourish under Thalyssra's determined reforms.
But what's the reason behind all this?
Support from Quel'Thalas.
Not to mention the achievements of the "King Qin" troops led by Kael'thas and Thalyssra himself.
After the turmoil, Suramar completely relaxed its restrictions and no longer needed to regularly exile people from the city. Quel'Thalas provided unlimited water from the Sunwell.
With the support of the infinite energy sunwell, energy issues can no longer hold Shal'dorei's neck back.
Until the fruits of Akandor can be supplied in bulk to all people, the cooperation model between Quel'Thalas and Suramar will continue to be maintained in this way, with the two parties firmly connected together by the bond of interest.
The break between Quel'Thalas and Dalaran was also due to interests. Dalaran's racial discrimination against Prince Kael'thas was unacceptable, which invisibly harmed the interests of Quel'Thalas.
Due to the pressure from Lordaeron, although Antonidas wanted to ease the relationship between the two countries, he has been unable to take actual actions.
As the Kirin Tor Speaker, the supreme leader in charge of the development direction of Dalaran, Antonidas has become stubborn and indecisive as he gets older, but he is definitely not stupid.
Because of the wrong decisions made by Terenas one after another, Lordaeron, which was at the height of its power as the suzerain of the Alliance, is undoubtedly in decline, and its overall national strength and international influence continue to decline.
Antonidas and Terenas have a good personal relationship, but this is based on the premise of friendly relations between the two countries.
There is no friendship between countries. Once Lordaeron falls into decline and can no longer provide strong support to Dalaran, Antonidas, as an old politician, will not hesitate to cut ties with Lordaeron and find another way out for Dalaran.
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In the early years, the fledgling Sarlayan had no regard for the infighting between these politicians.
But after many adventures, traveling across most of Azeroth, and seeing many similar things, Sharlayan can now look at Antonidas' many actions from a more objective perspective.
To be fair, Antonidas did have many faults, and his failure to control his dogs was undoubtedly his dereliction of duty.
But from Dalaran's perspective, Antonidas's mistakes are not a big problem.
The main reason for the hostility between Quel'Thalas and Quel'Thalas is due to the self-inflicted actions of racists such as Modera.
With Modera being kicked out of the decision-making team by the angry Antonidas, and Ronin, who was more tolerant of foreigners, taking over, the political winds in Dalaran changed significantly.
Even if there are members of the Kirin Tor Council who secretly reject foreign races, they would not dare to expose their hidden thoughts again after Modera's experience.
Sharlayan: "By the way, after Prince Kael'thas and Krasus withdrew, after a round of power reshuffle, who are the six members of Dalaran's council now?"
Julian and Villes looked at Sarlayan in astonishment at the same time: "You don't know?"
Sarlayan spread his hands: "I didn't pay much attention to it before. After all, we have almost severed diplomatic relations with Dalaran."
Villes smiled bitterly and said: "It really suits your style..."
"You also know the councilor who replaced Crassus. He is his apprentice Luo Ning."
"The person who takes the place of Prince Kael'thas is our man, Archmage Rommath."
"oh?"
Sarlayan raised his eyebrows in surprise: "Rommath is still in Dalaran? And he has become a councilman?"
Julian nodded and explained: "No matter what, the seat left by Prince Kael'thas should always belong to us high elves."
"Even though the relationship with Dalaran took a turn for the worse, in order to preserve the opportunity for the two parties to cooperate again, Antonidas still left the council seat to Rommath against all odds."
"After a period of struggle, Antonidas finally made up his mind and officially kicked Modera out of the Kirin Tor Council. Her place was replaced by a male archmage named Ansrem Ruinwevor."
"In addition, Archmage Drandon recently died in the line of duty, and an Archmage named Kalai took his place."
Sharlayan rubbed his eyebrows: "The personnel changes are a bit big... Where is Kel'Thuzad?"
Julian: "He's still there. At least Inas and I didn't hear any news of his departure when we left Dalaran."
"However, Senator Kel'Thuzad has been reclusive for the past year and has rarely heard information related to him."
"There are some unknown rumors among the people in Dalaran. Some people say that he is secretly studying evil energy behind Antonidas' back."
"Can evil..."
Sarlayan continued to ask thoughtfully: "Uncle, what do the royal family and the Silver Moon Council say? Have you considered repairing relations with Dalaran?"
Villes nodded: "We have this plan, but the person who untied the bell must tie the bell."
"The relationship with Dalaran broke down because of Prince Kael'thas. Whether we want to settle the differences with them or not ultimately depends on His Highness the Prince's attitude."
"As you know, Prince Kael'thas has been very busy recently and has no time to consider the issue of Dalaran."
There was a meaningful look in Verles's eyes: "If you have any ideas, you might as well go to the Sunstrider Court to ask the king and prince for instructions, and then go to Dalaran in advance to make a stand and send a friendly message."
Sarlayan smiled noncommittally: "I will find a time to go to the palace and test the attitude of the Sun King and the prince."
"Okay, gentlemen, put the country aside for now."
Inas smiled and supported the potbellied Alyssa and walked over: "It's time to eat. Next, we will only talk about family matters. Let's save the outside matters for another day."
The three men looked at each other, smiled and shrugged at the same time.
"Okay, I'll listen to you."
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After many years, the core members of the Deep Shadow family are finally able to gather together again.
Inas was the one who kept the atmosphere lively during the whole family dinner, and the whole family had a great time.
Among everyone present, Inas was undoubtedly the oldest, but her personality had always been eccentric, and she did not have the prudent demeanor of an older person at all.
With such a pistachio, Stellagosa and Little Tina, who attended the Deep Shadow Family Banquet for the first time, did not show any nervousness and naturally blended into the atmosphere.
After the dinner, Inas took Alyssa upstairs to talk about being a mother, while Julian and Villes sat in the courtyard and played chess after a long absence.
Sharlayan showed Stellagosa the room he used when he first lived in the mansion.
Under the instructions of Aunt Alyssa, the place still remains as it was back then. The room is often cleaned by servants, and not a speck of dust can be seen.
Tinagosa sat on Sharlayan's head and looked around curiously: "Your room... is so simple."
Sarlayan explained with a smile: "When I lived in Silvermoon City in the early years, I was either fighting or on the way to a fight. This place was just a bedroom to recharge my batteries, nothing special."
Recalling the ridiculous things he did when he was young, Sarlayan felt like he was in another world.
Valeera curled her lips and complained: "You sound as if you are very stable now, aren't you looking for fights everywhere? It's just that the opponent's strength and identity have improved."
"Uh~"
[What you said makes sense, and I can’t refute it.]