Shadow Trails in Azeroth

While the undead pirates were returning to Tol Barad Island, tens of thousands of miles away in the sea, outside the graystone fortress military port outside the famous trading port of Boralus, the capital of Kul Tiras, the human naval power. .

The ruler of this country, the Admiral of the Alliance, Daelin Proudmoore, who is respected by countless people and hated by an equal number of people, has just visited the new warship that is about to be launched.

When the king goes on tour, there should naturally be elite guards around.

But Dai Lin didn't have many protectors around him. This king had spent his military life, was powerful, and was in his prime. His character was as heroic as the sea, and he didn't like many people around him.

But of course people close to him can follow the king at a close distance.

For example, Dai Lin’s most trusted comrades.

Compared with a few months ago, Dai Lin's mental state is much better. She no longer looks haggard and painful. She must have slowly recovered from the pain of losing her son.

Especially during the time when he slaughtered the orcs in the Cursed Land, returned to his hometown, and was accompanied by his family, the admiral seemed to have returned to his former majestic state.

Especially after carefully taking care of his appearance, trimming his beard, and putting on a hunting suit of Kul Tiran nobles, His Majesty the King, who already has four children, has the kind of look that can make young girls Relax and scream with the cool temperament of a domineering uncle.

"William, I am very satisfied with the new gunboats you personally supervised. This new gunboat with full firepower should be equipped into the fleet as soon as possible to replace the capital ships damaged in the war."

Dailin was riding on a majestic sea-maned horse. He pulled the horse's reins skillfully and joked to a knight who was traveling with him who also had a warrior demeanor:

"Of course we need to keep it secret. We don't want our precious blueprints to be stolen by those red-eyed wolves from Gilneas like last time."

"Your Majesty, what the Gilnean spies stole was only the design of the previous generation of warships. That design is already outdated. Old-style warships need to carry Tide Sage in order to exert their maximum combat effectiveness."

The nobleman who was teased by Dai Lin smiled helplessly and explained:

“But our new gunboat has improved sail system and appearance, especially the increase in firepower, so that it can easily form a frontal suppression of the navies of other countries without the need for Tide Sage.

Besides, Your Majesty, hasn’t that matter been investigated clearly?

Gilneas was able to steal the battleship plans because Lord Stormsong's useless son was seduced by beauty.

Haha, those Gilneans who use wolves as their symbol can actually use such despicable methods. "

"For young people, it's normal to be lustful and lustful. Who hasn't been young before?"

Dai Lin glanced at the solemn Lord Ashvane beside him, and he whispered:

"Just like William, didn't you also have a lot of lovers when you were young? Besides, that child has already received the punishment he deserves, and he will never have the chance to inherit the power of the Stormsong family.

This lesson will be remembered for the rest of his life. "

"But Lord Stormsong's selection of his nephew Brannon Stormsong doesn't look like a person who can revitalize the family business."

Lord William shook his head.

He stopped talking about it and asked again:

"The fleet commanders and sailors are still undergoing repairs. This Orc War has also cost us many veterans. New recruits are still being recruited, and they still need training to become combat effective.

Why is Your Majesty so anxious to urge the fleet to change its equipment? I heard that you went to inspect the firearms factory yesterday. Did you sense the danger? "

"Dangerous, not really."

Dai Lin touched his beard and said:

“It’s just that lately I have an inexplicable feeling that this sea may not be calm for long.

Although the orcs have been defeated, our fleet still cannot be idle. A recent Navy Department report shows that a new force has emerged on the South China Sea routes.

They call themselves the ‘Forgotten Ones’, and their leader seems to be a troll. "

"pirate?"

Lord William Ashfan was stunned for a moment when he heard Dai Lin's words. He quickly joked:

"What kind of pirates? Can they attract the personal attention of the 'King of the Sea'? This makes me very curious. Are those Forgotten pirates any different from the pirates who feared us in the past?"

"They're nothing special, but they have a lot of guts."

Dai Lin shrugged and said disapprovingly to the old friend beside him:

"Half a month ago, they took the initiative to attack a caravan under Farivel's command. Even if those poor people flew the flag of Kul Tiras, they were not spared.

The crew members who were lucky enough to survive reported that the pirates would use witchcraft to drive the dead to fight.

I don't particularly pay attention to them, but if the leader of those pirates is a troll, then maybe their origins will be involved with the Zandalar trolls in the South Sea.

Even if they are not involved, this group of pirates who dare to attack the merchants of Kul Tiras are no longer ordinary pirates. This is a provocation to us, and to all the heroic navy of Kul Tiras!

If we don't fight back with thunderous means, we will leave those pirates in the South China Sea who will never disappear. "

"Well, if that's the case, then you really have to treat it with care."

Lord Ashvan laughed twice, but he also felt a little disapproving in his heart.

Just pirates.

Pirates in the South China Sea will never die out. That sea area full of wealth and opportunities will always attract desperadoes from all over the world to plunge into it.

They are like weeds in a field. After one crop is cut, another crop will soon grow.

The endless emergence of pirates may scare people from other countries. Unfortunately, in the eyes of the Kul Tirans, they only represent countless military achievements, titles, and wealth.

Like a group of pigs imprisoned at sea.

When the pig becomes fat, it is time to kill it.

Every time the fleet is dispatched to exterminate pirates in the South China Sea, it has become a consensus among the navy to not kill all the pirates but to leave some "seeds" behind.

Just like what all diligent fishermen know, no matter what you do, you can't catch all the water.

Let’s talk about “sustainable” development.

Furthermore, having pirates in the South China Sea is actually not a bad thing. They can effectively attack other countries and the commercial power of other forces, creating more opportunities for Kul Tiran merchants.

As for the Ku people's maritime merchants, aren't they afraid of pirates?

Well, they're certainly not afraid.

No pirate with any sense would dare touch Kul Tiras' caravan.

It is said that the goblin consortium has also begun to imitate the methods of the Kul Tirans in recent years. The cunning little green men seem to be preparing to cultivate their own pirates.

In short, piracy has almost become a "special industry" in the South China Sea, and there are so many forces involved that it can't be explained in just one or two sentences.

But one thing is certain, as long as the Kul Tiran fleet is still there, as long as Dai Lin is still there, they will never think of anything in the South China Sea.

Lord William Ashvane and Dai Lin chatted a few more recent interesting stories, and the topic quickly turned to some national events.

"Speaking of which, Arthur's child will be officially married in three months.

Although the old Lord has not announced it on a formal occasion, judging from the recent series of changes in the Waycrest family, Arthur is likely to take over as the head of the family after getting married.

What does Your Majesty think of this matter? "

"I don't have any opinion."

Dai Lin was impatient with this politically charged temptation and replied:

"Arthur is a good boy, brave, kind, and upright. He has inherited all the virtues of the Waycrest family. Although his fiancée is not from a famous family, I have met her several times.

She is a very smart woman with great conversational skills, and the sincere relationship between her and Arthur reminds me of my own Catherine when I was young.

And Arthur is still"

Having said this, Dai Lin tightened her grip on the horse's reins.

A trace of disappointment flashed in his eyes, and his tone became softer:

"Arthur is still a good friend of Derek. I will bless the child's marriage, and I will not allow anyone to destroy this happy and beautiful thing!"

"Your Majesty, my condolences."

Lord William Ashvane lowered his head.

He glanced at Dai Lin's expression and continued:

"But there is news that Lord Waycrest personally invited His Holiness the Pope Alonsos Faol to come to Kul Tiras to officiate the wedding of his child.

This made the Stormsong family very dissatisfied.

I know your Majesty you don't like to hear this, but after all, this is a matter of national integrity.

Once the heir of the Waycrest family is officially baptized, this means that the status of the Holy Light Church in the country will be greatly improved, right? What's ringing? "

The baron's words were interrupted by an unexpected situation. Something rushed out of the forest nearby.

He felt something approaching, and the warrior's instinct made him hold the hilt of the sword at his waist. The person who reacted faster than him was Dai Lin.

While drawing out the sailor sword from his waist, the legendary warrior grabbed the arm of Lord William Ashvane beside him and threw it towards the guards behind him.

He himself jumped up from his horse and struck a standard cleave towards the masked assassin attacking from the side.

"boom"

The moment the slender sailor sword in Dai Lin's hand collided with the elf magic blade wielded by the assassin, he let out an overwhelmed scream. When the sword broke, the slender assassin quickly retreated and waved a ball of magic to hit it. On Dai Lin.

The next moment, four or five flaming demon spirits jumped out of the space and approached the king holding the broken sword under the concentrated impact.

Then

"boom"

The violent magic explosion burst into flames and completely enveloped Daelin Proudmoore's tall figure.

Such an explosion shocked the king's guards who were following behind. A large group of knights rushed over from all directions to save their king.

But such a tentative explosion cannot kill a legendary warrior.

Even breaking the skin is difficult.

Dai Lin's hunting jacket was completely burned.

The admiral jumped out of the fire in two or three steps with the broken sword, intending to launch a fierce and deadly counterattack. But the strange thing was that after this brief confrontation, the powerful assassin had no intention of fighting again.

On the contrary, she looked at the embarrassed Dai Lin who stood up from the flames with anger. After a second of hesitation, the assassin decisively gave up the assassination.

He threw a teleportation spell on himself and disappeared in front of Dai Lin.

"boom"

Dai Lin fired bullets from his musket into the floating light, but failed to hurt the weird assassin.

"You're not him. Sorry to bother you."

Before the assassin disappeared, he politely left a few words.

Said in complex Salas language.

Others might not be able to understand it, but Dai Lin could definitely understand it. However, even if he understood it, the meaning behind the assassin's words made Dai Lin frown fiercely.

He was already ready to have some fun, but my anger was aroused, and you just come here?

And what she said.

What do you mean I'm not him?

Who is he?

Hello!

Elf female assassin, please speak clearly before you leave!

"Your Majesty, you."

The loyal knight Cyrus rushed over with his halberd in hand and nervously looked at the king who was stunned. The latter coughed and looked in the direction where the assassin disappeared.

He said in a strange tone:

"I'm fine, don't make a fuss, Cyrus. There are many people in the world who want my life, just a little elf girl. Block the news and don't make this matter a storm in the city.

The war has just ended and the people need peace. Such things will only increase their burden. "

"Your Majesty, you are too reckless!"

Lord William, who was thrown away by Dai Lin just now, also walked up quickly with his sailor sword in hand. He whispered with a serious expression:

"This is not a battlefield. You don't need to be ready to fight at all times. If you are injured, the whole country will immediately fall into chaos!

You should think more about your country. You should learn from His Majesty Terenas and trust your guards more! "

"Okay, William, am I okay?"

Dai Lin patted the burned and tattered clothes on his body and looked at the shattered sailor sword. He shook his head and said:

"Gotta get a new sword. What a shame, I killed at least a hundred greenskins with this sword."

"Your Majesty, that was an elf just now, right? I saw her ears."

Lord William saw that the king was fine, and his worries were relieved.

Then his expression immediately became weird. He and Dai Lin have been friends for many years, and he knew a little about Dai Lin's romantic affairs in the Eastern Continent.

Then he looked around, lowered his voice and said to Dai Lin:

"Do you still remember the rumor that spread on the battlefield before? Some people said that they saw a young half-elf with eyes similar to yours on the elves.

I think you may need to write a letter to the mage lady who left without saying goodbye and ask. If it can be confirmed, maybe a bad thing has turned into a good thing. "

"That shouldn't be the case, right? Although the elf had his face covered just now, his skin was very dark, not like the one from Quel'Thalas."

Dai Lin was also a little embarrassed by the news.

He stroked his beard and said:

"But what you said is right. It seems that I really have to go to the Eastern Continent to see him in person. Ahem, William, don't let Catherine know about today's matter.

Just like the things I hid from you back then.

Now, it's your turn to keep your king's secret. "