The shock didn’t hit everyone immediately. There was a significant delay after the dagger was plunged into Valerius’s side before people realised who had stabbed him or that it had happened.
The weeks that followed the High-King’s death were chaotic to say the least. With all the Elders gone, the governing body was in disarray. Fortunately, Karen and Ramous were quick to assume their form
Despite the victory in sealing the Vault and saving the world, the aftermath was a sombre affair as everyone reflected what they lost.
There was a moment of silence as the High-King passed away.
