The Aftermath
The incident at the asylum took the nation by whirlwind. Two brutal murders were not overlooked what so ever, and a manhunt across the U. S. A. took place. Obviously, since no body could ever be found, he was declared alive and at large. Seven other barbarous murders that took place in Harlem, all the way to New Mexico, were blamed on Gregor.
Gregor's name was soon known by everybody. Houses were locked tightly and securely at night. Gregor was now known as 'Gregory the Psycho,' his name coming from an article in 'The New York Times.' Fear and anguish went hand and hand with Gregor. A dreadfully reviewed, quit disturbing film was made based on the night Gregor went 'mad beyond belief' (quote from movie advertisements.) It was actually pretty loosely based on the two murders, even claiming he killed another eleven that night, though the publicist tried to claim they were almost exactly to the dot on their information.
But Gregor did not bring just blood. Several good things did come out of that incident. Stricter laws on all types of violence and weapons were also enforced, trying to keep murderers with malicious plots like Gregor from ever slaughtering humans again. The male doctor was later honored for his work, and a monument for his achievements was placed in Central Park. Though two lives came to an abrupt end at New York City, many more were saved due to Gregor's murders.
Luxa's death was tragic and sudden to say the least. A melancholic funeral was held at Queenshead, were Luxa's corpse found its final resting place. One of the main reasons she was buried at Queenshead was because of the nearby nibbler colony, which the entire colony mourned with the guests and started a vigil that stayed watch there to celebrate the queen who brought them out of exile.
Ripred had a small solitary funeral, with virtually no glistening tears shed. Few could believe that a breakneck, potent, vain rager could really have been silenced so easily so many claim he still lives.
Though a highly regarded queen could no longer rule, Nerrisa, the successor to the throne, was remembered for her peaceful diplomacy. No war was fought due to her and the efforts of her diplomatic advisor, Vikus, during her reign.
The truth is this story has a morale, one hidden so tightly it is like a flea clutching to the fur of an unfortunate animal. The morale is simple, through blood and strife a happy ending will always be waiting. So you can decide if this was a twisted tale, or a story of five lives lost, and many more saved.