"You know, Sal, for me I choose to support either you or my father...... It's a tough decision. ”

Orgrimmar Valley of Honor, a small mansion full of strong human style, the great mage Gianna took a big sip of a cup of milk tea that exuded warmth in both hands. With the help of the warmth brought by milk tea through the stomach, the chill of winter and the anxiety in my mind are dispelled.

After a long silence, the female mage barely suppressed the irritability and uneasiness in her heart, raised her head and stared at Sal, who was sitting opposite and quietly waiting for her answer, and hesitated to say the above words.

It was indeed as the mage had said, and it was a difficult choice for Gianna:

Support his father against the orcs betraying her new alliance, as the vast majority of fellow humans would choose, to fight the horde to the death; Or go to war with her biological father to maintain the hard-won fragile peace between the Union and the Horde so that her people can gain a foothold in this strange land.

No matter how you choose, the end result is a mixed bag, each with its own risks and risks.

Or let the world be filled with countless sacrificed souls, make the hatred that could not be resolved more intense, and let the blood of the people who had the opportunity to live a peaceful life stain the earth; Or let yourself be saddled with the infamy of betraying the race and betraying your father, and being spurned and cursed by countless people who can't understand your suffering, and even never face your father and brother again......

Family affection or responsibility, father or people?

Such a choice is equally difficult for anyone. Especially when the person who has to make a choice is a leader.

Just like at this moment, even if Gianna had been shaken by Old Tang's promise the night before, the female mage still couldn't make up her mind immediately.

"No, you're a smart woman, and you're a good leader, Gianna."

"I'm sure you'll be able to tell what's good for both of us!"

Gianna's hesitant tone was heard. Sal, who was sitting on a high-backed chair, looked at the female mage with a clear and solemn expression,

At this moment, Sal did not show the majesty of the great chief of the tribe. But the momentum cultivated in a high position still makes him not angry and arrogant, which is impossible to ignore. Gently tapping on the table in front of him, Thrall exerted verbal pressure on the human woman in front of him, but calmly stated the facts that both were aware of:

"We all know that this is a wrong war!"

"Admiral Dai Lin's stupidity and contempt made him choose the wrong opponent!"

"Orcs are not alone on this continent. We've found allies to trust each other, allies who are braver and more trustworthy than we've ever chosen! ”

As he spoke, Sal turned his head to glance at the burly figure at the other end of the room - the Minotaur Overseer, the commander of the Dragon Wrestling Legion, and the Titan Power of Good.

……

What Don should say and what he can say has been analyzed and explained to Gianna one by one that night. Therefore, this time, Lao Tang did not participate in the discussion between the two, and wasted more words, but gave up the space for negotiation and persuasion to Sal and Gianna.

And at this moment, Lao Tang is smiling from the bottom of his heart. Teasing a little human girl with a doll - Pamela with Taresha.

At the beginning, after the half-breed macho man Gede Giant Fist and others accepted Don's commission to bring this little girl who had inadvertently brought tears to countless Warcraft players in her previous life to the Legion Fortress, Old Tang quickly sent this innocent little Lori to Sal. Or to be precise, it was sent to the side of the "royal sister" Taresha.

As two lonely women and girls in another group, Old Tang also hopes that the two of them can be each other's companions and comfort each other. I would prefer that Pamela's childhood life would be taken care of by a suitable woman.

Anyway, even in the orc base camp of Orgrimmar, with Thrall's protection and care, there will be no danger.

And now it seems that the situation is better than Old Tang imagined!

Under Taresha's care, Pamela is still innocent and happy, and Taresa seems to be taking care of little Lori to become more cheerful and comfortable than before, rather than so lonely.

……

Following Sal's line of sight, Gianna also focused on Old Don.

Don's persuasion and promises that night are still in my ears. The female mage, whose heart was slowly shaken, suddenly turned pale when she thought of the rock-solid legion that had shone in the Holy War on Mount Hyjal.

"If the Minotaurs join the battlefield to support the orcs after the war escalates, no, they will definitely do it! Plus the Dark Spear Trolls and the Blood Elves who may go into battle...... So in the face of such a cohesive force...... Father...... Is there a chance of winning? How many of the Admiral Kul Tiras will be able to return home safely? ”

A chaotic thought flashed through my mind. At this moment, Gianna was in turmoil, and her originally wavering mood began to tilt completely towards Sal's side.

As if seeing the result of the trade-off in the female mage's heart, he took a sip of the hot tea made by Taresha, and Thrall's face hung a touch of confidence and pride, and began to put pressure on Gianna in words in an unquestionable tone:

"Today's tribe is a whole that supports, supports, and helps each other, and each one prospers and the other loses. And this makes the tribe stronger than ever! ”

"Any enemy who provokes us, threatens us, and attacks us is killing himself!"

At this moment, Sal's eyes were like falcons, and he looked at the wolf. A strong aura and a strong sense of self-confidence pervaded the whole body, unabashedly displayed in front of people, as if to declare to Gianna the strength of the tribe in this matter:

"Gianna, it would be best if we could get your help to restore peace to the two sides at the smallest cost."

"But if you can't...... Then the tribe can also rely on strength to fight for another kind of 'peace'! ”

Sal's words were loud and clear. After that, he didn't say a word as if he had given an ultimatum, quietly waiting for the female mage's answer.

At this moment, Gianna didn't know whether it was out of her heart or deliberately disguised, and her face was pale and discolored, as if she imagined the scene of a sea of corpses and a sea of bones and wailing all over the field......

After a long silence, the atmosphere in the room was a little awkward for a while, and the two sides of the negotiation, including the distracted observation of Old Tang and the melancholy Taresa on the side, did not say a word. All that was left in the room was the joyful laughter of Pamela, who had received a new toy from Don, like a brass bell.

"Saar...... You are a good lobbyist and a true wise leader. After staring at Sal's resolute face for a long time, Gianna finally let out a dejected sigh. He spoke of his choice: "Although I don't know how to prophesy, I still seem to be able to foresee that the tribe will grow stronger under your rule. ”

"I just want ...... Don't consider Theramore as an enemy of the more powerful tribe in the future! ”

"Otherwise, even if I try my best, I will make the tribe pay. You can't bear the price! ”

At the end, Gianna was also solemn, showing her momentum as a hero-level master without showing weakness, and looked at Sal: "Your plan ...... I'm joining! ”

"I will provide you with the help I can, and I only hope that real trust and peace can be exchanged as soon as possible."

Placing the teacup in her hand on the table, Gianna stared at Sal's face, as if to detect the change in Sal's feelings. Gritting his teeth, he said in a deep voice:

"Sal, I hope you and your tribe won't make me regret my choice for today in the future!"

"Don't worry, Gianna." Sal's face was calm, his firm and strict expression did not have a trace of falsification, his eyes nodded sincerely, and he replied categorically: "Goode's promise to you is also valid with me!" Only, I still serve as the great chief of the tribe for one day. Theramore will never be on the Horde's list of attackers! ”

"In the name of the spirit of the ancestors, I will never break my word!"

……

The simple but subtle negotiations have finally come to an end.

After a struggle of ideas, Gianna finally chose the most "correct" choice during this time period. It is also the most beneficial option for both parties.

At this moment, whether it was Sal and Gianna, or the two bystanders, Old Tang and Taresha, they all secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

After all, unless absolutely necessary, no normal person would indulge in killing and destroying like the demons of the Burning Legion, and love things like war that only bring sorrow and hatred.

Old Tang, who watched this negotiation and persuasion coldly, had to sigh in his heart.

For the sake of their own race, or for the sake of political interests, the man and woman in front of him can let go of their family affection for the sake of their compatriots. to stand in a united front with the enemies of his own father; The other, who is also for the sake of the soldiers and people under his command, can intimidate, threaten, and use all kinds of means to deal with a woman who is at least very fond of him......

Old Tang has to admit that this is the real political family, and he is still very immature compared to them!

At least now that Lao Tang has grown in this aspect, he will never be so ruthless and resolute...... Maybe with Old Tang's affectionate temperament. You may not be able to learn these "strengths" in your lifetime.

……

The atmosphere in the room finally became harmonious.

Gianna, who made the final choice, although she knew that the outcome of her choice would not be satisfactory, but at this moment she also put down her burden and talked and laughed with Sal. From time to time, she would sneak a few glances at Taressa, who looked like a good wife and mother, and when the latter noticed something, she would pretend to turn her head inadvertently and continue the conversation with Thrall.

And when this harmonious but slightly strange atmosphere lasted for a long time, Gianna suddenly asked a question that made Sal frown: "Sal...... I wonder who the executor was who led the team to coerce my father...... And what are you going to do with my father......"

Seeing Sal's face froze, Gianna gritted her teeth and continued, "That's my father after all...... I don't want him to end up in a sad end! ”

Sal's expression on his face, which had just been smiling, suddenly became gloomy.

To be honest, Thrall really didn't have much affection for the Admiral, a human monarch who had imprinted his hatred for orcs into his bones and stubbornly believed that orcs were still some bloodthirsty and murderous monsters.

Coupled with the fact that this war is now provoked, the Daozhì tribe has sacrificed hundreds of warriors. This qiē had already made Sal sentence him to death in his heart.

To indulge the enemy is to weaken oneself.

Daillin Prodmore, a monarch of high rank, military power, but hostile to the orcs, was known for his brilliant political wisdom. Once the plan is successful, there is no stupid thing to do in any way.

Then the opportunity to coerce, killing it in one fell swoop is the best choice!

But Sal could only imagine these thoughts in his heart, but he could never explain them to Gianna face to face. At least not yet!

Frowning and hesitating for a long time, when Sal's head was racing the organizer's words, ready to open his mouth to confuse the past, the old Tang, who had been on the sidelines and had not participated, suddenly interjected and took the matter on his own......

"Don't worry, Lady Gianna! This time, I'm the leader! ”

He gave the mechanical squirrel that he had scavenged from Gazruvi and that he would have prepared for his future child to Pamela, who was happy. Motioned for little Lori to play first. Old Tang turned his head and looked at the worried Gianna without hesitation and admitted calmly.

"I can assure you of the safety of Ling Zun's life, and swear by the name of my Titan power!"

Old Tang's words were categorical, and after hearing Old Tang's sworn assurance, Gianna obviously breathed a sigh of relief, looked a little gloomy, raised the corner of her skirt and respectfully saluted Old Tang.

Anyway, it was her father.

Gianna though for various reasons. had to choose to stand on the opposite side of his father, but the idea of letting his father fall was never there. Now, the Great Overseer of the Minotaur has made a categorical guarantee. Naturally, the female mage also let go of the last scruples in her heart.

"Ahem, Goode. Admiral Dalin is very strong, and it is not so easy to capture an epic hero without endangering his life. Sal, who was behind Gianna, interjected, and slammed the color at Don, signaling Don not to promise like this:

"I'll look at this matter, and I'll decide it when the time comes. If Admiral Dai Lin would rather die than comply, making the task more difficult, then...

It's a pity that Sal's eyes are all played by the "blind". Old Don ignored Sal's secret hints. Turning a blind eye, he smiled slightly and retorted directly: "I don't deny that Admiral Dai Lin is very strong, if he is a spellcaster, I will never boast of Haikou." Can be used in close combat...... I'm confident that I'm not going to lose to anyone right now! ”

"What's more, in addition to me, the members of the executive team also include Lao Chen, Lexa, and Luo Khan. There are four heroic masters, even against Grom in his heyday. How can you not deal with an epic hero? ”

Old Tang's words directly dismissed Sal's next "persuasion" and "reminder" that he was about to exit in his stomach. even felt a little dissatisfied because of Old Tang's obstinate action regardless of the overall situation. After a while, he hid his unhappiness, and quietly looked at his friend, as if he wanted to see through the true thoughts in Old Tang's heart.

However, Old Tang didn't care about this at all.

With the strength and status of the old Tang now, except for being respectful in front of the two elders who are as gracious as a mountain, his mentor Kane * Bloodhoof and his aunt Magassa * Terror Totem, there is no need to take the initiative to curry favor with anyone or any force.

With Lao Tang's heartfelt temperament, even in the face of a Titan or any great power, he will still straighten his waist, neither humble nor arrogant. What's more, just a slight birth of some unhappy Sal?

Lao Tang thinks that he has experienced so much, and the two are already good friends. If you feel guilty and secretly dislike just because of this little thing, then this friend doesn't do it! And Old Tang's understanding of Sal is as wise and righteous as he is, and he will never do such a stupid and cold act.

In the final analysis, Lao Tang has his own principles and bottom line, not anyone's echo worm.

It's not that Old Tang doesn't understand Sal's hard work in such a matter, as the great chief of the tribe, this ruthlessness and decisiveness to kill all the enemies and leave no room for it, no matter who you are, you have to praise the wisdom. So if you put yourself in Saar's shoes, he didn't do anything wrong with his decision.

On the other hand, if it is really a matter of using someone else's daughter to cut down the roots of his father, Sal is not kind. Besides, there is more than one way to eradicate future troubles, so do we have to let them fall?

Although tragedy has its crippled beauty, there are enough tragedies in this world. Since he changed his mind in Quel'Salas because of the "Queen's Majesty", and ran away from the demons of being a traverser, Old Tang has decided to reverse and change the tragedies that he can intervene in as much as possible.

Since the "history" in today's memory of Gianna's intercession for her father really happened in front of Old Tang's eyes, and now Old Tang has the ability to change and has the opportunity to change, how can he stand idly by?

Although it has passed for a long time, Lao Tang has always been in contact with the high-level and heroes of those tribes, and the understanding of the masters and leaders of those alliance sides is still at the level of the "face-painted" impression left by the game in his previous life.

But after Guò's contact with Gianna in the past few days, Old Tang found that the female lord of Theramore was not as unbearable as he imagined. Although "Selling Daddy" is a fact, there are more than one or two reasons for the entanglement in it?

What's more, there was a reason for Sal to add fuel to the fire, so was Gianna's original intention?

……

"Of course, Ms. Gianna, I would like to remind you of one thing as well." Throwing the thoughts in his mind, Old Tang added to Gianna, who looked softened, with a solemn face: "Although I can guarantee the safety of Admiral Dai Lin's life, I will never let him leave after the war, and then come back one day!" ”

Although Lao Tang is willing to change some tragedies, it does not mean that Lao Tang will be kind to women on some key issues!

When you should be ruthless, you have to be ruthless, which is also one of the bottom lines of Lao Tang's work.

Staring at Gianna, who frowned slightly and looked worried, Old Tang raised a finger and said undoubtedly:

"Ten years!"

"Admiral Dalin will live in the Legion Fortress for at least ten years, and he will enjoy his old age under my supervision instead of continuing to lead his troops to provoke and trouble me!"

"During this period, if anyone or any force is engaged in any conspiracy and dirty methods behind my back, I will not hesitate to be ruthless!"

"That's my bottom line, if it doesn't work...... Then I will give him a decent and honorable death in the next action! ”

Hearing Old Tang's condition, Gianna's face flushed with shame and anger, as if she wanted to refute something, but she still didn't say it after all. It wasn't until half a morning later that he nodded gloomily and agreed to Old Tang's conditions.

"That's all I can do. It was already the best ending to be able to save his life. ”

Looking at Gianna's somewhat lost look, Old Tang had no reaction on his face, but muttered to himself in his heart:

"Just for the sake of my unborn child, I will accumulate some virtue for myself......

"In this world of cheating...... It's not easy to be a father! In the future, if I am also sold by my daughter...... Where do you make sense? ”

Just when Old Tang was secretly complaining in his heart, an orc slave suddenly landed in the courtyard of the small mansion!

Quickly jumped off the saddle of the wyvern, and the orc scout rushed in front of Thrall in three steps and two steps, and reported in a loud voice:

"Great Chief, Razor Ridge Emergency Military Intelligence!" (To be continued) Q