Shadow Trails in Azeroth

"That's what it is."

In the forest glade of the Emerald Dream, the brother and sister leaned together in the dream. In the warm sunshine, little Gianna sipped fruit wine and told her brother all her troubles.

As for the little mage’s drinking problem

She's from Kul Tiran!

They are a group of powerful characters who are rated by travelers and pirates on the Endless Sea as being able to drink better than fish. Although they have not reached the standard drinking capacity of the female heroes of the Kingdom of Ku, they can only drink fruit wine.

Rinse your mouth.

When Jaina was telling her troubles, Derek kept looking at her with a gentle look. The smile on his face was decent and gentle. It seemed that he was not listening carefully to the little mage's troubles, but was thinking in his head. about other things.

"I am moved by the loyalty of the sailors. I have been learning magic since I was a child and did not spend my youth in the fleet like you. This is the first time I feel the inheritance of the Kul Tiras fleet.

It’s the ‘Naval Spirit’ that my father always talked about. "

Jaina was scratching her hair with a headache. She raised her legs, leaned on her brother's shoulders, and said:

"And their hatred and pursuit of the fallen Haixian who threatens the country and the world is completely just. I have no reason to prevent them from completing their mission and revenge.

I also want to help them, and I am willing to assist them in my dual capacity as Archmage of the Kirin Tor and Princess of Kul Tiras.

But fighting and fighting is one thing, and commanding them is another.

Although I also took command studies in Dalaran, it was just to earn credits for the mage qualification examination. I had never commanded anyone, let alone faced a group of vicious cultists and their dark power. "

"etc!"

Drake, who was in a daze, was suddenly awakened.

He looked at his sister beside him and said:

"Are you already an Archmage?

Last time, uh, I mean, it wasn't mentioned in Blake's letter to me. He just gave you the information about Ebony Cold. Are you going to pursue that weapon now? "

"Um!"

Jaina nodded and said:

"After all, it was what my brother wanted to see. I went back and worked harder. I took the Archmage exam with the idea of ​​giving it a try, and then... I just passed it.

I am now the youngest archmage in Dalaran since its establishment. Of course, exceptions like Medivh cannot be counted. He has the strength of an archmage at a younger age than me. "

The little mage complained:

"To be honest, I doubt that the six-person council wanted me to pass the archmage examination, and it also had the idea of ​​trying to inspire people, and it could also be a big gimmick.

After all, the Narthalas Academy on Tol Barad is about to open its doors, and the reconstruction of Dalaran is still far away. The only option is to borrow the Lordaeron royal family's castle as a temporary academy on the broken Fenris Island.

The competition between the two sides is very stressful.

The six-person council also had a rare headache over the source of mage apprentices this year.

The sudden appearance of a twelve-year-old archmage at this time will surely attract many aspiring young people to join Dalaran.

I don't like this arrangement, and neither does my mentor, but I have no choice. Since I am a member of Dalaran, I have to make sacrifices for the Magic City. "

"That means you don't have the strength of an archmage yet?"

Derek asked, blinking.

"Not even close."

The little mage raised her finger and made a small gesture, and she said:

"I know what my brother is worried about. Don't worry, I will abide by our agreement and only pursue the power of Ebony Cold after my strength reaches the level of the Archmage.

But Mr. Black gave me a very strange 'blessing' in the Qiraji Ruins before.

That blessing improved my spellcasting ability very quickly. Even when I was sleeping at night, I would accidentally 'see' the dream of the idiot Fenner.

Brother, do you know?

Sister Fenna likes Mr. Black, she really likes him, she even coughed in her sleep. "

"Children can't watch it!"

Drake hit Gianna on the head with a dull face. He shook his head and said:

"This bastard Blake is really going to get me into trouble. You have to resist the urge to explore Fenner's heart. Little Gianna, Fenner's character determines that once you lose her trust, she will never forgive you.

That's a terrible thing. "

"Well, my mentor also warned me."

The little mage nodded and said:

"I know that human nature cannot be tested. I have set a bottom line for myself and will not take the initiative to enter Fenner's consciousness."

"Very good, that's very good."

His Royal Highness the Prince nodded with satisfaction, raised the wine bottle in his hand and clinked glasses with his sister. The taste of the wine simulated in the dream was very real, making Drake moan with pleasure.

He glanced at the sunshine above his head and said to Jaina:

"So, what you are hesitating about now is whether to accept the allegiance of the sailors, and you have no confidence in yourself and are afraid that you will lead them to failure, right?"

"yes."

Jaina bit her lip and said:

"I can't be a disgrace to the Kul Tiras fleet, otherwise my father will be very disappointed in me, and so will you."

"No! Dai Lin loves to think whatever he wants. I will never be disappointed in you because of your failure. You are my sister, not my subordinate."

Drake interrupted Jaina and said to the little mage seriously:

“I don’t know who instilled this idea in you, but you have been trying hard to become my helper, and you have been trying to use your own power to help me do something.

The idea moved me, but it wasn't what I wanted to see.

You are walking a very dangerous path, little Gianna. You are shaping your life based on other people's requirements. You may not realize it, but you are losing yourself!

You are becoming a ‘good sister’ in the eyes of others.

do you know?

My follower Blake Shaw is very good at seducing others into abandoning themselves and molding their lives to his ideas for the purpose of manipulation.

I won't judge such behavior, but I never want it to happen to you.

You are only twelve years old. You should enjoy your life, your studies and your growth. You should make friends, play with friends, and pursue all the beautiful things in the world.

You should learn to decide your own life instead of following other people's advice. What I mean is that you should learn to identify those suggestions, make your own decisions, and then bear the cost. "

"ah?"

Jaina blinked and said:

"Isn't that what I'm doing now? I hope I can help. I don't want you to be disappointed in me. I have a talent that can help you and help the world. Do I want to waste it?"

"No, you should explore your talents."

Derek smiled, patted his sister on the head and said softly:

"But you shouldn't let others tell you who to follow as a role model, and you shouldn't let them tell you who your hero is. You are Jaina, you are not a follower of Drake, nor a magic general under Dai Lin.

You cannot shape yourself into a weapon that we can drive to create and kill.

Alas, you are too young to understand the nuances of making your own decisions and being influenced by others, which is why I am here today.

I have received some recent information about you from people close to you, and your growth makes me feel worried.

The more determined you are and the more outstanding your talent is, the more terrible the price will be if you go the wrong way.

I don't want to see my sister live in pain in the future. I hope you can live a happy life. You don't owe the world anything.

You don't have to sacrifice yourself for others.

You have to remember, little Gianna. "

His Highness the Prince raised his hand, flicked his sister's forehead, and said:

"Your bright and happy life is destined. I have already helped you pay your fate. Don't live for me or Dai Lin in the future.

You have to enjoy yourself, that's something you can never get back once you lose it. And caring too much about other people's feelings and ignoring your own desires will make you lose it faster. "

"But the heroes in my heart are you and my father."

Jaina retorted:

"No one else told me, and I was not influenced by them. I follow your example. I hope that my life will be the same as yours. I made this choice voluntarily, and no one forced me.

Don't you like me like this? elder brother.

I can change it! "

The little mage pursed her lips, tightened Derek's wrist, and said:

"It's just, you. Don't leave me again."

Little Gianna's reaction made Derek frown. This was really not what he wanted to see. It seemed that his death had indeed caused a terrible psychological shadow on Gianna.

Such a shadow would have repaired itself over time, but his return not only filled the hole in Jaina's mind, but also had a very bad impact.

The child became more dependent on him.

And probably because I have lost it, I cherish it more.

She seemed to regard her brother's long-term travels as a test for herself, and she tried her best to grow up just to gain his appreciation.

This is not the mentality a normal person should have.

"Oh, okay."

Drake has nothing better to do.

You can't use what you use on your enemies on your own sister, right? This can only be adjusted gradually and slowly. Fortunately, she is still young and there is still a possibility of being corrected.

It's just that he will be more tired in the future and come to see her more often in his dreams.

"But Pandaria's navy cannot be left alone. If you don't lead them, once the war escalates, they will definitely go to the war zone, which will be more dangerous.

The navy of Kul Tiras is a group of wolves that have undergone elite training. They must do the right thing when they are led by a qualified alpha wolf in order to exert all their combat effectiveness.

They must have a leader. "

Drake held Gianna's hand and said:

"You are the most suitable, my sister. You naturally have the right to lead the fleet, and your wisdom will allow you to quickly learn the wisdom of leadership.

As for failure

You are worried about a bad outcome that will never happen, because my follower Black has arranged everything for you.

Fenna can be your undefeated blade, while the Uncrowned Ones and the local Jade Lotus Gang will be your eyes and ears, the Shado-Pan will be your best guide, the Nagfar is your command headquarters, and that The people on the ship will be your supreme armor.

Most importantly, my loyal Blake Shaw will be your brains.

With these, it is enough for you to achieve a brilliant victory.

All you have to do is lead the sailors who have lost their way to rebuild the glory of Kul Tiras in this new continent. Daelin also needs an excellent diplomat to deal with the Pandaren civilization.

Who else is more suitable than you?

My wonderful sister. "

Drake stood up. He looked at Jaina who also stood up in front of him and said:

"You are also twelve years old. According to the tradition of Kul Tiras, you should also have your own boat to experience the feeling of fighting the wind and waves alone.

Now, Captain Jaina!

You have your own boat and the sea is right in front of you, so enjoy what comes next.

Whether it's fighting or winning. "

"bass"

The command sword on His Royal Highness's waist was unsheathed, as if in a ceremony to confer a position, and the blade touched Jaina's left and right shoulders lightly, and he said:

"In the name of Derek Proudmoore, I declare, Jaina Proudmoore, that from now on, you will serve as the commander of the Kul Tiran Second Fleet!

Your mission is to take in the naval officers and soldiers who were separated in Pandaria, and lead them to avenge the fallen sea sage, and send those dark forces back to the hell where they belong! "

"Yes! Captain Drake!"

Little Gianna also straightened her back in cooperation. She gave a naval salute to Drake. All the previous hesitation and hesitation disappeared at this moment.

It seemed that as long as the man in front of her gave an order, she would do everything in her power to complete it.

"very good."

Derek reached out and stroked his sister's cheek. He showed a gentle smile and said softly:

"Then open your eyes, your soldiers are waiting for you."

"Buzz"

The next second, Gianna opened her eyes in the guest room of Qinglong Temple. She was pushed out of the extremely real dream, and stood up from the bed with a trace of confusion.

Before Jaina could accept the memories in her mind, there was a knock on her door.

"Come in."

The little mage stood up, straightened his clothes, and said something.

The door opens.

The legendary pirate Black Shaw, wearing a hozen mask, walked in holding a stack of blue and white robe-like naval uniforms.

The bad smile that a pirate should have was outlined on his mask. He handed the clothes in his hand to Jaina and said:

"Oh my, I really envy the "second generation kings" who have connections. When I first went to sea, no one prepared a ship, sailor or captain uniform for me.

But your gentle and weak brother has already prepared these for you. Do you need me, a stinky pirate, to help you change your shoes? Your Excellency, Princess? "

"Shut up! Pirate!"

Little Gianna put on a majestic expression and said coldly:

"Call me 'Admiral of the Navy'!"

"Get out! I'm going to change my clothes! Also, gather my crew, I'm going to review them, and maybe there should be a marching ceremony?"