Only a small fraction of the soldiers who escaped from the Watch Fort returned. Archmage Sasranan led the survivors through great perils to return from the Cursed Lands, while General Lodenson, who was with him in the Watchtower, died a heroic death in the city. It was Kazak who killed him—the Doomsday Lord was more powerful than they could handle. General Lodenson was killed in just two rounds.

Sathranan asked the adjutant to lead the soldiers to break through, and he followed the demons invisibly, witnessing Kazak use the dragon king blade in his hand to open the dark door that had been sealed for more than ten years.

Now Sasranan was already in Dalaran, holding the water glass in both hands, and he still looked like he was palpitating.

"The Dark Gate" - the name made everyone's hearts ache.

For twenty years, it had brought too much suffering to Azeroth.

Hearing this, Anna and Jiang Weihan were shocked - although the way Akmund came was deviated due to the change of history, and the route of the march and the results of the battle were also very different from the original history, they still did not expect that Akmund would send Kazak to open the dark gate.

Kazak did have such an ability.

Jiang Weihan and Anna both remembered that the Dragon King's blade in the hands of the Doomsday Lord was an artifact forged with the divine power of the five-colored Dragon King. Originally, in the version of the "Burning Crusade", it was he who activated the Dark Gate* with the fragments of the Dragonlord's Blade. Now that he has a complete artifact in his hand, it is naturally easier to open the door.

"Anna, how did you remember this sword being destroyed?" Jiang Weihan asked.

Anna muttered, "Shattered by the wrath of Tedashir. ”

She opened her mouth to tell a piece of history that even Jiang Weihan didn't know: this dragon king blade was forged during the Battle of the Ancients. At that time, the five guardian dragons also took part in the battle, and Akmund captured some of their essence. Crafted this artifact.

In the Battle of Mount Hyjal, Akmund was invincible. His initial attempts to extract the power of the World Tree were unsuccessful. Because Nodashir has its own ancient consciousness, and it is blessed by the three dragon kings. Power doesn't leak out so easily. After an unsuccessful attempt, Akmund picked up the Dragonlord Blade and plunged it into the trunk of Nodashir, and it was the power of the Guardian Dragon that led to the leakage of the World Tree's power. This allowed Akmund to draw on its power.

Later, when Malfurion successfully unleashed Nodashir's wrath, he not only killed Akmund, but also shattered the dragonlord's blade stuck in the trunk of the tree.

"So, if I really want to destroy Nodashir, will it be difficult to succeed without the Dragonlord's Blade?" Jiang Weihan asked with a frown.

Anna said, "Probably yes." Nodashir is no ordinary tree, it has a soul of its own. ”

"No wonder we will reach Mount Hyjal sooner than Akmund, but he doesn't seem to be in a hurry, and even has the leisure to conquer the entire Eastern Kingdom and send Kazak to open the dark doors." Jiang Weihan felt as if he had guessed the truth. However, Akmund of this world has not yet been to the World Tree in person. Why was he so sure that it would be difficult for him to destroy the World Tree?

Antonidas said, "On the other side of the Dark Gate, is that what you call the Broken Draenor?" ”

"Well, yes." Jiang Weihan nodded, he sighed, "There are still a large number of demons in that world now. The Burning Legion will receive a large number of reinforcements as a result. It is likely that their scale will become more powerful than ever! ”

"This war is a little difficult."

Grand Chief Thrall looked at Drektar next to him and asked, "Is that our hometown?" ”

"Yes, Chief. That's where we come from. Drektar's voice was old, hoarse, and a little bitter. If it is really as His Excellency Jiang Weihan said, I'm afraid even orcs won't recognize it. ”

The Frostwolf Clan entered Azeroth with the Black Hand horde army during the first war, and never returned. The old shaman's image also shows the green grass of the Nagrand savannah, the vast Teroka forest, and the frost-shrouded Frost Fire Ridge. But after the Big Bang and the ravages of demons. What has become of it now?

Perhaps the land that has gradually dried up after Draenor was polluted by evil energy is much better than it is now!

"Don't be discouraged just yet, I think we should do something." Jiang Weihan said, "Most of the alliance troops who crossed the Dark Gate expedition back then are still there. Khadgar, Danas, and Kudran are all sure to be alive. Aurelia and Tulayan are also missing. And the Naru and the Draenei - I believe the Outlands are worth saving! ”

"Yes, it could be a turning point." Anna affirmed.

Actually, there are still some orcs in that world. Neither of them would mention it, though. Because of one of the most dangerous people that the two of them feared - Garrosh. Hell's Roar is in the Outlands.

However, escaping is not an option, Jiang Weihan thinks that he should give Sal a breath. And isn't Garrosh's father still alive now?

Jiang Weihan believes that this old hero should be able to restrain his son - hopefully.

The center of gravity of the battlefield should still be in Azeroth, in the future battle of Mount Hyjal. Expeditions to the Outlands don't need a large army, just an elite squad to unite those who can unite and save them from being wiped out by the Burning Legion.

The people gathered together to take counsel.

Jiang Weihan and Anna must have one of them going, because they are more familiar with the situation in the outer lands, and they also need some people who are familiar with Khadgar and several other heroes...... And the orcs, the world they once lived in.

"I'll go." Jiang Weihan said, "I have crossed paths with Naru in the Void, and maybe it will be easier for me to win over the Draenei. ”

Anna nodded, it would be more useful for her to stay here. Her Rainbow of Focus is the key to creating a mana bomb, which is one of the most effective means of attack in the alliance right now.

On the orc side, there's one guy who has to go, Grom. Hell roars.

On Dalaran's side, several members of the Kenrito Council are people who know Khadgar well, and anyone can go. They consulted with each other for a while. In the end, it was decided that Crassus would travel to the Outlands on their behalf.

Kael'thas wanted to go too, but he was now the sole bloodline of the Sunseeker royal family. The task is still dangerous. Anastari was willing to go himself and would not let him go.

However, it was Sylvanas who eventually decided to learn that her sister's child was in the Outlands. It was from the king and the prince that he won the task.

So the final candidates are: Jiang Weihan, Kyle, Onexia, Cassadine, Quinn, Kutch, Crassus, Sylvanas, Grom and Warok. Sarufar.

Quinn was chosen because of her excellent reconnaissance skills, while Kuchi was mainly to fly the plane - in order to achieve their goal as quickly as possible, Jiang Weihan was going to have Kuqi fly them in a transport helicopter. As for Onexia, it's because no one trusts her except Jiang Weihan. It didn't help her to stay.

Crassus joked, "If we do the same, will any city also build statues for us?" ”

He's talking about an allusion to the Valley of the Kings in Stormwind. The statues of the five heroes of the expedition more than ten years ago are there.

"If you want, I can tell Pearl City to build one for you right now." Jiang Weihan smiled, "Well, this idea is quite good!" ”

"Don't. Ginger, you know I'm joking! Crassus hurriedly said.

The crowd laughed.

Once they've decided on their candidates, they're quick to get their things sorted out and ready to board the airship and fly to the Dark Gate.

"Be sure to come back safely!" Archmage Antonidas asked.

Jiang Weihan said: "Don't worry, if we are a qiē shun lì, we may be able to come back within twenty days." Maybe Pearl City hadn't even flown to Kalimdor at that time! ”

"Then I wish you all a smooth journey!"

They were saying goodbye while waiting for Crassus to return. This red dragon archmage goes to Pearl City through the guò portal to say goodbye to his daughter Anvina.

Anvena had only been alive for a little more than a month, but her IQ was exactly her age—she looked no different from a fourteen or fifteen-year-old High Elf girl.

Now she alone is enough to keep the entire Pearl City floating in the air. And I don't feel tired at all. The potential she showed surprised everyone. Crassus was convinced that Avena also possessed a great talent for arcane arts, and that she was even the embodiment of arcane arts—if she could cast spells proficiently, there would probably be few in Azeroth who could match them.

Out of some scruples, Crassus didn't teach her those powerful spells.

"Dad. Why don't you take me with you? I can recharge you! When Anvena heard that Crassus was going on another long journey, she pursed her lips and was a little sullen. She knew she could infuse others with energy. Let them be full of magic. She thought it was funny. It's almost a coveted talent for mages - if the mental power is strong enough. This can even allow them to cast magic without limits!

Crassus didn't want Anvena to be watched by others, so it was still a secret. A secret that belongs to both father and daughter.

Crassus pressed her shoulder and whispered, "Anvina, sweetheart, I'll be back soon." I'll be distracted with you. Don't worry, I'll bring you something fun. Obedient, okay? ”

"Well, Dad, you're going to be back early! I'll miss you! Anvena leaned over and kissed Crassus on the cheek.

"I will, baby!" Crassus smiled happily. He felt more and more that the bond between him and Anvina was very close, more than any of his dragon sons and grandchildren. He thought of Anvina's fate in the old timeline that Anna and Jiang Weihan had vaguely mentioned, and suddenly felt that he should protect her well.

'That blue dragon named Karegos will never want to be near my daughter for the rest of his life!' Crassus thought.

The nine heroes set off from Danmoro on the airship "Punishment" and headed for the Dark Gate. Now Akmund is leading his army through the Twilight Forest. Before that, Stormwind had been destroyed. The long-suffering city was rebuilt only a few years ago before it was once again devastated. Last time it was orcs, this time it was the Burning Legion.

In contrast, Ironforge and Nomorigen have survived. After the demon army led by Lemon was completely wiped out, Akmund was in no mood to send more troops over. If you are less, you must be the same as Lemmon to gain an advantage. He had to go over himself. This must have interfered with his plans, so Dan Morro became the last safe place in the Eastern Kingdom.

Akmund kicks and shatters the towers of Nightlight. Demons are destroying this bustling town, and soon it will be a new ruin. But the building was already empty. He did not get much of the pleasure of slaughtering and ruining miè. Now the cunning natives have mostly gone to Kalimdor.

"Soon I'll be there too," Akmund said to himself.

At this time, Kazak's lieutenant, the Demon King Kurul, flew in from the east.

"Great master, Legionnaire has completed the task you have assigned. He's already in the Outlands! Kurul knelt down on one knee in front of Akmund and said loudly.

"Well, that's good." Akmund pinched his chin, and finally heard another piece of good news.

Thankfully, Kil'Gardan had made arrangements in the Outlands in advance, and Akmund was able to find a way to replenish his legion. After several great battles, his main power has been lost, and if there are no demons from the Outlands to join, he may really face the dilemma of fighting the whole world on his own.

"Let's go down. When he returns, I will reward you." ”

Akmund dismissed Kurul and shouted to his minions, "Speed up and go to the next place!" ”

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When the Punishment flew over the former Black Stone Mountain, Jiang Weihan also felt something when he saw the huge rift. Akmund's power has become stronger, and more cautious than in past history. After repeated blows, this great demon no longer has the arrogance of its original history. Now most of the entire Eastern Kingdom is polluted by the Burning Legion, which is also much stricter than in history.

Jiang Weihan couldn't help but examine his own actions - it seemed that this qiē was caused by his targeting.

So does his change make sense?

"What are you thinking?" Crassus saw him alone on the side of the ship in a daze. So he came over and asked.

Jiang Weihan told the Red Dragon Mage what he thought, and then asked, "What do you think?" ”

"Haha, you also have a time to drill the horns!" Crassus couldn't help but laugh, "Isn't that obvious? Of course it makes sense. You see. Because of you, although the land of the Eastern Kingdom has been destroyed a lot, most of its people have survived. That's a lot better than the original history, right? The wounds of the earth will heal. But when a man dies, there is nothing. ”

"Thank you for enlightening!" Jiang Weihan also smiled. He asked again, "Crassus." Do you think the Guardian Dragon should go to war in a situation like this? ”

This is one of Jiang Weihan's biggest concerns. Crassus himself is one of the guardian dragons, and he should be the best to express their side.

"It's also an obvious question." Crassus said with a wry smile, "Just as we fought against the Burning Legion in the War of the Ancients, the Guardian Dragons should still do the same. Just ......"

He sighed, their situation couldn't be hidden from Jiang Weihan, so Crassus said bluntly: "You also know our current situation. Nozdom is insane, and Malygos is obsessed. Only Queen Alexstasa and Queen Ysera will help you. However, Alexstrasza had lost a lot of strength when he gave the Life Essence last time, and he was still sleeping weakly. Queen of the Green Dragon...... To be honest, as far as I know, without the appearance of other dragon kings, Ysera will not take the lead. ”

Jiang Weihan suddenly asked, "Crassus, what would you think if the guardian dragon lost the divine power that the Titans gave you?" ”

Crassus looked at Jiang Weihan in disbelief, thinking that he was going to do something dangerous.

Jiang Weihan explained: "Don't get me wrong, maybe you can ask Anna for verification. As far as I know, in the future, in order to stop Deathwing from unleashing the world-destroying cataclysm, the guardian dragon has lost its divine power in order to fight him. If this continues to happen and you lose your divine powers, how will you deal with yourself? ”

Crassus was a little confused and muttered, "I don't know either. Queen Alexstasa once said that the future is a time for mortals. Maybe she knew that this day would come! Perhaps without that responsibility, I would be able to live in a mortal environment with more peace of mind. Seriously, I love it. ”

"Haha, is it because of Avena?" Jiang Weihan quipped. Now everyone can see that Crassus and Anvina are simply typical of the deep love between father and daughter. The attachment between the two made others envious. And in a way, Anvina is indeed the daughter of Crassus. But what if one day, the High Elves want her to return to the form of the Well of the Sun?

Jiang Weihan shook off this thought. In her current form, Anvena still provides the High Elves with the magic they need on a daily basis, and they don't have to.

If that really happened, Jiang Weihan felt that he should be on Crassus's side.

"By the way, have you heard about the affair between Stormwind and the Brotherhood of Defia?" Crassus mentioned another topic.

"Didn't pay attention. How did they solve it? "Jiang Weihan really hasn't paid attention to the situation in Stormwind City these days. He had previously provided Stormwind with information that there was a ship in the Death Mine, and he ignored it. On the contrary, not long ago, Princess Moira returned to Ironforge with some of the Black Iron Dwarves that caught his attention. Now that the Triple Hammer Dwarves are back together, perhaps there will soon be another "Council of the Three Hammers", and after two hundred years of division, the dwarves will be united again.

Now that Crassus is talking about the Brotherhood of Defia, it really arouses Jiang Weihan's interest.

"I heard that King Varian, with the assistance of Duke Berval, used his iron hand to purge some of the corrupted nobles. Then they used their heads to reconcile with Van Cleef. ”

"It's as simple as that?" Jiang Weihan was a little surprised.

"There's some inside information, but I don't know if it's reliable - I've heard that the list was provided by Van Cleef. He said that if these people did not die, he would not agree to reconcile. Crassus whispered. To be honest, I'm a little impressed by Varian right now! ”

"Ha, I'm not surprised. His heart hides the genes of iron and bravery. Jiang Weihan said with a smile.

Along the way, they came to the Cursed Lands.

The Dark Portal was below, flickering with an eerie light. A team of demons is entering Azeroth through a portal to Guò. (To be continued......) R1292