The two great rivers still flowed on, their white waves reflecting the sunlight.
Prosperous Confluence City stood at the rivers' edge.
From afar, sails could still be seen coming and going upon the river.
Elendil turned back to look at the city and could not help but smile. "Confluence City truly is prosperous!"
"When will Verdant Crystal City become this prosperous too?"
Charles smiled. "Manage the territory diligently. If one day we drive the Giant Empire and the orcs far away, Verdant Crystal City may be able to become this prosperous."
Elendil rode atop the Giant Deer, his expression distant as he imagined the day's arrival.
Charles and his party rode their mounts, drawing ever closer to Confluence City.
Within the city.
Beneath the enormous silver oak tree lay a grassy field.
Little wildflowers bloomed all around, and the Moonshadow Queen sat there.
The breeze stirred her long hair. The years were tranquil around her, forming a scene of exquisite beauty.
The Queen gently took out the things the Sun King had prepared for her and looked at them with a calm expression.
She unfolded the letter the Sun King had written to her once more.
Not far away stood the two ancient tree lords, Felenlos and Kaland Riel.
Looking at the Queen as she was now, Felenlos said, "Your Majesty, His Majesty the Sun King is waiting for you in the Eternal Forest. Are you unwilling to return and take a look?"
The Queen gave a soft laugh. A wisp of moonfire bloomed at her fingertips, setting the letter from the Sun King ablaze.
The Queen smiled. "The Eternal Forest truly is a nostalgic place."
"Let that beautiful gold remain forever in my memories."
"Some people were right. Since I am leaving anyway, I naturally cannot let my