Where to go from here1

Time waits for no man. Although it was night, it was necessary for the leaders of all sides to defeat the demons now. So the Night Elves lit a campfire so that the meeting could get off as quickly as possible. In the moonlight, when we look at this land full of ashes, we should be clear about our direction now, and at this point, everyone agrees, and we all want to return to the life before the demons.....

I am back to my old self, human skin and hair, and the favor of the Light. There is also the status and identity that I deserve, yes, I am still the most orthodox bloodline of Lordaeron anyway, there is no doubt about it, especially the former leader Gianna, who gladly retreated to my back. Of course, during this time, she has proven her ability, and has fully possessed everything that a leader should have, so I naturally will not let her leave my arms and snuggle up. Like Tyrande and Malfurion, they represent their own race or alliance.

I'm on the human side. There were also other generals, such as some dwarves and gnome representatives who accompanied them, and other soldiers who were said to be repairing at the settlement site and waiting for the final decision. Looking at their familiar figures, I realized that I also realized that I seemed to be missing someone: some of the dwarf and dwarf commanders who were loyal to me and followed me without complaint, as well as the excellent young mages who had been taught in Lordaeron, and the other mages who had followed him in Dalaran, the Silver Hand and the Guards, etc., and of course more of their own main forces of Lordaeron that had been repaired, and their losses must have been more.

I knew what their absence was like, but even though they didn't have one in ten, they still had no complaints about my decision. Because at this time they understand how necessary and valuable such a sacrifice is, and the goal they follow has always been by their side and side with them. The excitement of turning back into a human and recovering with Gianna came to an abrupt end....

Our losses this time were too great. If the Lordaeron troops left behind by Garissus make any mistakes, it is basically equivalent to the annihilation of the entire Lordaeron army or even the whole of the whole country.

Not all races, though, are so miserable. The orcs did not lose much after this baptism, but this encounter made them all gather on Thrall's side, and even their number has far exceeded ours. Naturally, this has given them a reason not to be attached to us, and I am looking behind Thrall, the native creatures that followed, the minotaurs, the trolls who belonged to them, and some of the enlightened ogres... That is, the races that have had a holiday with the alliance of humans and elves now recognize Thrall as their spokesperson.

I sighed as I realized that these guys had always been separate individuals and didn't belong to our original Alliance. What's more, the strength behind me is no longer the glory of Lordaeron at that time, and the orcs led by Thrall have also suffered losses, and have even become a force that can rival the entire alliance or be stronger.

And so there was this scene, surrounded by the minotaurs and the orc generals, Thrall and me and Malfurion stood up, and the other races stood behind them. At this time, after hesitating for a moment, Lotherma still led the High Elves over. Yes, we're pretty good in our private relationships, and he knows that he can't be on his own with his status as a High Elf lieutenant and his own High Elf power, or he knows what choice his former superior, Sylvanas, would make if she was still here...

Yes, the High Elves still belong to our alliance after all, I feel some comfort in my heart, but compared to this, I am more concerned about where we go in the future, whether we can get more help from the troops led by the Night Elves and Thrall, and even the Red Dragons, to defeat the natural disaster and reclaim the whole of Lordaeron, this is the point.

"Akmund and his legions have been defeated, and I think it's time for us to talk about our future. ”

Once his position was almost confirmed, Malfurion, with a huge antler on his head, spoke. Whether as host, as the head of the most powerful power of the moment, or as the eldest, he is qualified to preside over this meeting. "What do you think or do you have any arrangements that we can help with?"

"Our war is not over, and the natural disasters are still haunting our eastern continent, and I hope that everyone can continue to fight and completely eliminate the undead natural disasters, so as to eliminate the hidden dangers of our world. ”

I spoke first, knowing in my heart that although we had now won, there was hardly any place for us, and that our strength alone could not dominate Kalimdor. So I'm trying to use the power of the Night Elves to reclaim my homeland, but is that possible? But I still hope that Malfurion can help us more selflessly.

"I'm sorry, Arthas, you have to see the situation clearly. Malfurion, as she spoke, began to unfold images of the Night Elves that were clearly destroyed by the Burning Legion. "Our homeland is almost completely destroyed, and our mission is to rebuild our homeland, not to use our exhausted troops to attack a strong enemy with almost no losses, and you know, we can hardly be sure of victory in time to attack the undead scourge entrenched in Lordaeron. ”

"But natural disasters are only getting stronger. ”

I argued so selfishly, but this sentence brought only silence.

Yes, I know this is not a wise decision for our current alliance of three forces, and Thrall's silence is clearly a sign that they are in the same opinion as the Night Elves, and it is clear that my vote will not be supported by any outsiders. It was at this time that I also paid attention to Mavi, hoping that she would make a statement, but after seeing that she was still as silent as ever behind Tyrande, I really had nothing to hope for.

"So we need more of a resistance to them, and now we need a break. I think you're well aware of that, Alsace. ”

Malfurion convinced me, and just when I wanted to compromise, a portal suddenly appeared next to me, compared to Gianna's portal, this portal exuded a demonic aura, yes, after recovering some of the power of the Holy Light, I clearly felt the intensity and disgust of this demonic aura.

Of course, it's not just me who is dealing with it, it's everyone, but what comes out of the portal is not another demon, but a familiar figure.

"Arthas, you selfish ghost, it really disgusts me to say that my people are your cannon fodder so righteously. Illidan came out and said, although he was a Night Elf, the aura he exuded now was no different from that of a demon, and this powerful demonic power could completely overwhelm even his demigod brother Malfurion.

I knew he was pointing the finger at me, which made me feel more prepared to draw my sword, but I realized that I was no longer armed, and of course more than that... After Illidan received Kil'Gardan's favor and Gul'dan's power, he became even stronger, but even more powerful were the demons of Akmund that he had integrated, as well as the demonic forces that Kil'Gardan had reserved for him, perhaps we should have realized that his current strength had long overshadowed the strength of all of us now.

"Illidan, you think you're a member of the Night Elves, and that includes your demons?"

Although the strength of my own forces is far inferior to his, and my personal strength is the same, I don't want to humble this guy, even in words. I sarcastically said to him, but gradually I realized that I was worse than him because of my verbal skills.

"If you were me, what would you do with the demonic forces that were loyal to you?" said Illidan, and just as I was about to deny it, he began poking me in the back again. "Think of the werewolves who are loyal to you... Gee... It's really miserable. ”

"Illidan, you've won, but I want you to be a little more noble than I am. "I said angrily, yes, he's talking about something about me, werewolves are perverse creatures, almost the undead. And my acceptance of them for my own use has already shown that in the pursuit of strength, he and I have no so-called bottom line in essence, so we are not much better than Illidan. Of course, the reasons I didn't want him to go on were some other secrets that I didn't want him to know, other secrets that happened during that time...

But fortunately, Illidan didn't say it, maybe he didn't know the secrets, or maybe for some other reason. Rather, it unfolded his opinion, which is what he came here to tell us.

"We must destroy the Scourge of the Dead, but definitely not to march on Lordaeron, as Arthas said, but to attack their main nest, Northrend. ”

He said calmly to his brother, yes, in his eyes, we foreigners really have almost no place to exist.

"I'm more disgusting demons than the undead scourge, my brother, if you can, please let those demons who remain in this world go back where they belong, and never come back. ”

"That's what I think, brother. Illidan replied to Malfurion, yes, he still showed enough respect for his brother, of course I don't think that's all, like who else was behind Malfurion, his sister-in-law Tyrande. Yes, I'm sure of some of my memories, but it's what makes Illidan look angry and unwilling. So he turned his back to his head and said, "The new leader of the Burning Legion, Kilgardan, promised that he and the Burning Legion would not set foot in our world, but only if we could help him destroy one of our common enemies, the Undead Scourge, and their leader Naozu, so he left these demons at my disposal to destroy the undead once and for all." ”

"That's a good idea, but who would believe the sincerity of the demon leader. ”

As a representative of the race used by demons, Thrall questioned, of course, this sentence may also question the attributes of Illidan himself as a demon. But Illidan didn't see himself as a demon, or rather I wasn't much more noble than a demon in his heart.

"Demon leaders value their commitments more than yours, no doubt that, mortals. ”

Illidan said this, but the words also touched, yes, if Akmund really promised me that status yesterday... However, I soon realized that even if he did promise me, he might not live to help me fulfill my wishes. While the others weren't looking, I quickly dispelled this thought. Continue to listen to the arguments between Thrall's side and Illidan.

"Then, why did Kil'Gardan destroy the Neozu he was propping?" Sal asked, knowing a little about the history of the orcs.

"Because of loyalty! Naozu betrayed the Burning Legion. Moreover, Kil'Gardan had also done a very cruel personal revenge on Naozu during the orc period, so Kil'Gardan prevented Naozu from seeking revenge, so this threat must be eliminated. ”

Illidan's words made Thrall suspicious, and at this time I supported Illidan's understanding, yes, I also hope that he will lead his demon army and the Scourge to fight hard, and it is best to die together, and then I can reclaim my homeland.

"Illidan is right, Neozu hates Kil'Gardan very much, and he is determined to develop his strength in order to take revenge on Kil'Gardan one day, but if Neozu really realizes his ambition, we will all be the walking dead. ”

So I supported him and explained the reason to everyone on his behalf, but Illidan didn't thank me, but he didn't accuse me of interfering and was satisfied with me. However, my words also alerted Malfurion, who seemed to have somewhat agreed to the march into Northrend.

"Then what are you going to do, you want to let us eradicate the natural disaster together while the natural disaster is still growing?" Malfurion asked his brother with concern, but his brother seemed to have other understandings and did not approve of his brother's decision.

"No, I don't need any strength from you. ”

"So what are you doing here, or what do you want from me?"

"I'm just here to say goodbye to you! I hope that if I am killed, you will not think that I am dying in the struggle for power in the Burning Legion, but that I am a martyr. ”

His words made the scene very quiet, yes, I felt a little embarrassed by such a performance. The march into Lordaeron is a matter of self-interest, but compared to me, Illidan is indeed much greater.

However, this silent scene may not last long, because there is also a Night Elf who cares about the demon spirit as much as Malfurion.

"Illidan, maybe we should face it together! Destroying the natural disaster is not something you should pay for alone. Tyrande and Malfurion looked at each other and made eye contact before turning to Illidan, but he didn't appreciate his brother and sister-in-law's kindness, and insisted on himself.

"No, I said, we don't need any strength from our race, not even to Lordaeron. Illidan said angrily, as if bitter and bitter, especially when he turned his angry gaze on me. "We all know what we have done for the world, and we can't afford to give anything for other races. ”

He finished and left, and at this point, Tyrande was about to say something, but Illidan only glanced back and was about to enter the portal. And at this time, Malfurion made a voice, yes, as an older brother, he still wants to care about his younger brother very much.

"That eradicates the natural disaster, and must come back. I'll ask Ysera to help remove your demonic aura. ”

"No need brother, you know that I am not suitable to stay here for a long time, I will find a world that suits me... Good bye. As he spoke, he stepped through the portal, leaving only us here to continue to discuss.