Shadow Trails in Azeroth

While Muradin and Black were talking about the secrets of the dwarves, the mead hall was bustling with activity.

The mortal warriors who entered Hades, killed Hela and returned victorious were sought after by the heroic spirits. On the table filled with delicious food and wine, the heroic spirits shouted the names of the warriors and competed with them for wine. .

No warrior would refuse such a feast, and even the destructive Grom enjoyed the commotion.

This is what warriors should do.

Drink the strongest wine and fight the craziest fights.

But not everyone is here. Jean and Darius have already left first. They used the Rainbow Bridge of Sky Fortress to jump directly into the northern end of the Kalimdor continent.

Then, under the leadership of Odin's raven Munin, they headed towards the Ashen Valley to find the Scythe of the Moon God that had been lost for nine thousand years.

It is related to the safety of a country. As the king, Jean really does not have time to waste on a celebration banquet. However, with the huge area and rugged terrain of the Ashenvale forest, even with Muning leading him, Jean has to complete the search for the holy relics. Things also take time.

"Give me another glass of wine! I'll tell you about the fight Black and I had with N'Zoth in Kul Tiras."

On a table at the edge of the mead hall, the drunken Fenna sat there with great dignity, bragging to a group of Valkyries who were congratulating her.

She loudly talked about her and Black's adventure stories. The Battle of Dalaran was also a hot topic in the Hall of Valor. After all, Emperor Thoradin also participated in that battle with the Valiant Warriors.

Now listening to Fenner's first-person bragging, a group of Valkyries who came to relax were also very fascinated.

The stories of mortals certainly lack a sense of power.

But the unyielding fighting spirit and the twist of the weak defeating the strong always make people want to stop.

Fenner was just a little regretful.

Her eloquence is not very good. If Little Xingxing comes here, she will definitely be able to tell a story with twists and turns and attract everyone's attention.

Alas, one cannot envy other people's talents after all.

However, Fenner, who was drunk and bragging, looked around and found that the smelly old man who was here just now was nowhere to be seen, and she didn't know where he had gone.

Hey, what a frustrated and annoying guy.

But Fenna was displeased with people, so that person did nothing wrong. She really blamed her father wrongly. It wasn't that Dai Lin didn't want to stay in the mead hall and enjoy the celebration banquet, but that he was summoned.

Summoned by a "hidden boss" who exists in the Hall of Valor.

From the mead hall to a palace shining with arc light in the east, passing through the unique portal of the Hall of Valor, Dai Lin entered the hunting land in the huge area of ​​the Hall of Valor.

Eternal hunting ground!

This is a place built by Odin for the heroic spirits to enjoy the fun of hunting during their leisure time in battle. It covers an area of ​​​​large enough to include a rolling mountain.

Strange magic and demiplane connections similar to those in the Kingdom of Shadow must have been used here.

Maybe this hunting ground is actually located in a mysterious area in the material world, otherwise Dai Lin would have a hard time imagining what it would feel like to have such a mountain suspended in the sky.

The "leisure" of the heroic spirits is still too exaggerated for mortals.

The platehorn sheep and deer at the bottom of the food chain in this hunting ground are as big as the tallest war horse in the human kingdom. The goat that was leisurely strolling in the grass was hit hard by Dai Lin, and the admiral would probably be in pain for a while.

As for those predators, it's even more amazing.

Red-red storm dragons fly in the sky from time to time. They are the guards of hunting grounds and a link in the ecological chain. They occasionally prey on goats and deer.

The predators on the ground are mainly shadow cheetahs, iron-maned bears and a group of giant wolves wandering in the mountains.

The human spirit who led Dai Lin into the hunting ground was still introducing it to him with great interest.

"We all like the Hall of Valor. We didn't get used to it when we first came, but we quickly became familiar with it after a big hunt. Emperor Thoradin likes this hunting ground where power and danger coexist very much.

When he's not fighting, he spends his free time here.

Recently, the emperor is trying to challenge the terrifying legend in this hunting ground.

A giant wolf named Fenrir.

That terrifying beast is the wolf king in this eternal hunting ground. Many heroic souls have died in its hands. No one has dared to challenge it for many years. But the emperor will probably succeed.

He likes wolves very much and has always wanted a wolf as his pet. "

"After all, Stromgarde was built under the guidance of Black Wolf. It is right that the Emperor likes it."

Dai Lin was walking on the path of the hunting ground. He looked around and said:

"If the emperor really wants a mad wolf, I can consider knocking Jean out and sending him over.

I think the Emperor will like him. After all, the people of Gilneas have been trying to compete with Stromgard for the legitimacy of Stromgarde. If Genn is given an opportunity to be loyal to the Emperor, he will never refuse.

The emperor can put a leash on him and let him bite people. He will be a good dog, I can guarantee it. "

"Hahaha, Admiral, you really know how to joke."

The human hero laughed heartily and said:

"It's a pity that I didn't get to fight alongside you while I was alive."

"No, soldier, of course I am also on the Burning Plains. We have fought side by side. It was your bravery and fearlessness that allowed us to defeat those greenskins."

Dai Lin said seriously:

"Besides, I'm not kidding, I really mean it. Jean has been very arrogant since he became a werewolf. I think he should be taught a lesson.

But speaking of it, is the Emperor always alone in the Hall of Valor? "

"Why do you ask?"

The human heroic spirit said in surprise:

"Everything is good in this palace, but there are no women. The Valkyries are all very graceful and powerful at the same time. Anyone who dares to flirt with them will suffer a terrible fate and will be hung up and beaten.

Moreover, the emperor has always behaved himself well."

"you sure?"

Dai Lin looked at the surrounding environment and found it familiar.

After all, when he was young and had a tryst with Mrs. Jin Jian, he also liked to choose such a woodland. Firstly, it was safe when no one came near. Secondly, coming here would make people feel free and exciting.

Dailin, who has two wives, knows this very well. He feels that Emperor Thoradin is not just killing time alone in the Eternal Hunting Ground.

Maybe the Emperor has conquered a Valkyrie, or maybe more?

But there is no need to tell others these very private speculations.

"Okay, we're here. In front of us is the hill where the Emperor observes Fenrel's activities. Go there by yourself and don't run around."

The human heroic spirit leading the way warned:

"In addition to Wolf King Fenrel, there is also a Bear King and a Leopard King in this hunting ground. The Bear King is very difficult to deal with. As for the Leopard King,

It is said that he ran away many years ago, and he doesn’t know where he is now. "

After saying that, the human heroic spirit gave Dai Lin a standard military salute, then turned around and strode away.

He wanted to go back to the mead hall to enjoy today's feast.

I heard that the Valkyries also came to participate, which is a rare thing. The Valkyries have their own banquet hall, and they rarely come to the Mead Hall to have fun.

Maybe if you're lucky, you'll meet a drunk Valkyrie, and then cough.

Watching the soldier spirit leave, Dai Lin adjusted her clothes and strode towards the hill in front of her. After walking around for a while, she saw a tall male spirit hiding high up. He was holding a weapon in his hand. Looking down at the cast iron war bow.

"Come on, come on, keep your voice down, don't disturb that beast."

Emperor Thoradin felt Dailin's approach. He waved and spoke in a low voice.

Dai Lin also cooperated by lying down, hiding in the grass and approaching. Looking down from a high place, in front of the cave under the cliff below, a golden giant wolf was resting in the sun.

That guy is so big!

Each tauren was probably just like chewing snacks. There were khaki mysterious natural magic patterns on the waist, abdomen and legs of the giant wolf, as well as many scars, and even broken arrows stuck in them.

But the wolf king was completely unaware and didn't care about such a small injury at all.

"Finrel is a famous legendary beast. It is growing to the level of a wild demigod, but that is not an easy task. After I came to the Hall of Valor, I fell in love with it the first time I saw it."

Emperor Thoradin, whose appearance was very similar to that in life, touched his beard and said to Dai Lin, who was looking at him:

"I want to tame it as the first memorable victory in my heroic spirit career. I invite you to hunt with me, Dailin. Before we officially start, I want to have a chat with you.

Don't be so nervous, relax.

I will not eat you. "

"Your Majesty, you speak so lightly, but it cannot conceal the fact that you are the ancestor of mankind."

Dai Lin whispered helplessly:

"Who can remain relaxed when facing you? We descendants have all grown up listening to your legendary stories, and our respect for you has been engraved in our bones.

No human being can remain calm at this time. "

"Who said that?"

Emperor Thoradin shrugged and said:

"That little guy of yours was chatting and laughing with me. He wasn't nervous at all. He looked like he was doing great things."

"Drake? He's seen you?"

Dai Lin blinked, and the emperor laughed and said:

"He not only met me, he rescued me from the long garrison, and he also sent me to the Hall of Valor. It seems that your boy has many things that he has not told you.

There are rumors that your father and son are at odds? "

"Well"

The admiral said awkwardly:

"It is indeed a bit of a 'little contradiction'."

"That's not okay. As a father, you have to set a good example for your children, but I'm not qualified to say that you are the one."

The emperor sighed and said in a waning mood:

“The empire I left behind quickly fell apart, which shows that I was not a good father, and my children failed to grow up. However, what makes me happy is that I still have children alive who I don’t know yet.

This was quite a surprise. "

"You mean, besides Marshal Lothar, do you have other direct bloodlines still alive?"

Dai Lin's eyes widened immediately.

This is a shocking secret for a king who rules a country like him. If what the emperor said is true, it means that the divided human kingdom still has a chance to reunite.

"No, I know what you are thinking, but her existence has nothing to do with the human kingdom."

Thoradin shook his head, glanced down, and said:

"Finrel is about to wake up, let's get down to business.

I came to you today, and I have three things to say. First, regarding the union of the human kingdoms, the demons are coming soon, and you have also been reminded by the Lord of War.

After you go back, you must promote the union of the kingdoms as soon as possible. The scale of this war must be far beyond your imagination, and it will not be enough for humans to participate in the war.

Only by uniting all forces that can be united can our civilization and the world survive the crisis. "

"Well, I'll do my best."

Dai Lin nodded and said:

"I know the weight of this matter, and my fleet will be ready for everything, but I have to find my missing soldiers first."

"Well, the next thing is the second thing, which is a little personal."

Emperor Thoradin pursed his lips and whispered:

"I already know about Lothar. Maybe Lothar's final destiny is coming, and it may be guided by Black.

You can't interfere in this matter, and try not to let others interfere. "

"I try my best."

Dai Lin said with some uncertainty:

"The factors behind Marshal Lothar are complicated, not only the secular royal power, but also the power of faith. I don't know what Black plans to do.

But if he needs help, I'll try to help. "

"Very good, this is the attitude we need! Just like Arom back then, he was brave and fearless and would not give in to any difficulties. This is where the Kul Tiran people's character comes from."

The emperor laughed and said:

"You may have inherited that kind of character. I like you quite a lot, Dai Lin. In my time, you were destined to do something great. But the next incident may make you a little angry. "

Thoradin moved his fingers and said to Dailin:

"I saw your performance in the final trial. Frankly speaking, I was a little dissatisfied. This kind of insufficient victory cannot be pursued by the heroic spirits.

As a king, you always think too much, which seriously affects your combat effectiveness.

Maybe it's time for you to consider giving away the throne, remove the oppression of those secular affairs on you, untie your shackles, and become more purely obsessed with finding the power of anger.

I believe that you are far from the end now.

You can become stronger, you can become a new star in the Hall of Valor, that is the destination of a warrior.

I think Black is very suitable to be the king. He has begun to approach the essence of darkness and needs a chain to keep him on the side of order.

What do you think? "

"I've considered it. I'm not trying to trick you. I've really considered it."

Dai Lin laughed, not angry, but said seriously:

"But it's not possible now. There are still some final cancers in my country that have not been eliminated. That is my trouble and I cannot leave it to my son.

I should give him a pure country where he can flourish.

and"

Dai Lin shrugged, breathed a sigh of relief, and said:

"I also want to take advantage of my old age and frailty to try my ideal again, just as a last ditch effort. After that, whether I win or lose, I will take off this burden.

I've never liked this crown.

It made me miss a lot. "

"It shouldn't be."

Emperor Thoradin examined Dailin in front of him. After a few seconds, he said:

"You are so open-minded, so wise, and full of courage, and your son is even more outstanding, but he should not have such big differences and conflicts with a father like you.

Also your daughter seems to be unhappy with you.

So, Dai Lin, who is the real you? "

"I don't know either, Your Majesty, I ask myself this question every day."

Dai Lin avoided the question. He glanced down and said:

"And I know that if you don't fire this arrow, Fenrir will run away."

"It doesn't matter. If the prey runs away, you can chase it again."

Emperor Thoradin stood up suddenly, drew his bow, and said:

"You can always try this kind of thing many times, I only need to win once, but you don't have so many opportunities to try other things. I mean, you are a fighter, right?

Then don't run away from the problem.

Go forward bravely, like a man from the Asola Empire, and deal with it! "