Chapter 38: For the Alliance
Despite the warnings of Antonidas and Fao, it was difficult for the kings to agree on this issue in a short period of time.
By this time it was late afternoon, and they had spent the whole afternoon arguing.
King Terenus looked at the sky, clapped his hands to signal everyone to be quiet, and then said, "Let's discuss it here today, and everyone will think about it when they go back." Don't forget the words of Lord Antonidas, there is not much time left for us to attack when we are ready. ”
After the meeting adjourned, Varian and Lothar returned to their residence, and the two exchanged views on today's meeting as they walked.
"Varian, how did you feel about meeting today? What's the catch? ”
Lothar had been watching Varian a moment ago, and found that even though the kings had been arguing, Varian did not show any signs of boredom, but looked very interested.
Varian replied, "Well, I need to learn how to think from the perspective of a king now, and this kind of meeting is a great learning opportunity." Although they have been arguing, they are always arguing and compromising with each other from the perspective of their own national interests, until they finally reach an agreement. ”
"That's right, that's politics, and that's what your father has been doing all these years," Lothar said. He has always comforted the nobles and resolved disputes, dealing with all issues not according to his own preferences but according to the interests of Stormwind. Of course, these things will be left to you in the future. ”
"The matter of Stormwind City is not in a hurry for the time being, and the top priority now is how to solve the problem of orc invasion." Varian sighed and said, "While it's understandable that the kings want to have more say for their country in the alliance that is about to be formed, it's a waste of time to argue like today. Your Excellency the Archmage is right, the orcs won't give us too much time to prepare. ”
Lothar also said with some worry: "Yes, if tomorrow is still the same as today, I am afraid that it will be difficult to elect this commander, after all, none of those kings can rest assured that their army will be commanded by other kings." ”
Varian laughed and said, "No, Uncle Lothar, I think there's one person who is the most suitable Alliance Commander. After thinking about it tonight, the wise King Terenus must have thought of this man as well. ”
"Oh?" Lothar turned her head curiously and asked, "Who is it?" ”
Varian just smiled at Lothar, but didn't speak.
"You mean...... I? Lothar reacted, and he pointed hesitantly at himself.
Varian nodded and said, "Yes, your bloodline is noble, and such a status is enough to serve as a commander without being despised by other kings. And you've fought with orcs, so this combat experience is invaluable. The most important thing is that you don't have any real rights in the north, and you can't do yourself any good by leading their armies. So as long as the kings are not mediocre, they will surely realize this: you are the best and only option at the moment. ”
Lothar stared at Varian for a moment before she said, "That's what you just thought of?" Looks like you've learned a lot from today's meeting......"
He said with relief, "Varian, you are becoming more and more like a qualified king, I think Ryan will be proud of you......"
Varian smiled a little embarrassedly and said, "I still have a lot to learn to become a qualified king." ”
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The next morning, Varian and Lothar arrived at the Lordaeron Palace for another meeting.
Lothar sensed that all the kings present were focused on him, and Aiden even smiled at him as he pretended to be close.
Lothar thought to herself, it seems that Varian is really right, these kings have already reached a consensus.
Then King Terenus stood up and said in a loud voice, "Ladies and gentlemen, we are all here now. ”
He looked around and continued, "There's one thing I'd like to make one final confirmation, do you agree to join forces against the upcoming orc horde? ”
The leaders present all nodded in agreement, and then King Terenus said solemnly, "Then, I hereby announce that the Lordaeron Alliance is officially established from today!" ”
King Terenus's words meant that they had taken a big step forward in their battle against the orc horde, and everyone in the room stood up and greeted each other.
Dareen took off his navy hat, Solas thumped his chest, and Antonidas' staff glowed pale blue. Only Jean and Aiden looked a little reluctant, but Aiden covered it up better, standing there smiling and clapping gracefully.
Having witnessed the formation of the Alliance and being a part of it, Varian was also a little excited, and he subconsciously shouted the slogan in the game: "For the Alliance!" ”
When everyone heard Varian's slogan, King Terenus reacted first, he looked at Varian and smiled, raised his right hand and said, "For the Alliance!" ”
Fao also raised his staff and said, "For the Alliance!" ”
Everyone else also raised their right hands, "For the Alliance!" The slogan echoed through the royal court of Lordaeron's palace......
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Once the alliance is formed, it's time to appoint a commander.
King Terenus said, "We will once again fight side by side, just as our ancestors fought thousands of years ago in the Arathso Empire. Therefore, the most suitable commander to lead our army is the descendant of the Alahi bloodline, and the kings of our alliance will also be under his command. ”
He looked at Lothar and continued, "So, Sir Anduin Lothar, Marshal from Stormwind, would you like to accept this appointment as the Supreme Commander of the Alliance forces and lead them against the approaching horde army?" ”
Lothar had been mentally prepared for this after Varian's reminder last night, and he nodded slowly and replied, "I accept this appointment!" ”
Terenus said, "Very well, let's all of you prepare to mobilize your troops, and we need to let Marshal Lothar know the details of the troops he is going to lead as soon as possible, so that he can make effective combat deployments." ”