Shadow Trails in Azeroth

When Black was still "young", Daelin and King Tenaris did have the idea of ​​​​marriage between the two countries.

After all, the union of mankind's most powerful land kingdom and ocean kingdom will form a behemoth. The integration of the national powers of the two countries may even make it possible to reunify the human empire without the Emperor's Sword.

It's an alluring prospect.

But this matter did not reach the actual implementation stage, and was shelved due to various reasons.

First of all, the other five human nations are definitely not willing to see the union of Kul Tiras and Lordaeron. Secondly, the four major nobles in Kul Tiras also have objections.

They believed that the prince of Kul Tiras should focus on the inheritance of his country, rather than marrying a foreign princess to govern the country.

Therefore, the person who can truly be considered as the closest to Blake's "fiancée" should be the eldest daughter of the Ashvan family, the eldest daughter of Lord William Ashvan and Ms. Priscilla Ashvan.

But to be honest, Blake had forgotten what that girl looked like.

She was a standard aristocratic lady who lived in seclusion and had no sense of presence in the upper class society of Kul Tiras.

Not even as "famous" as the shameful eldest son of the Stormsong family, who was seduced by a Gilnean female spy and led to the betrayal of the secret blueprints of the Kurdish navy.

However, this thing that has passed does not prevent it from being brought up at this time as the opening remarks between the stinky pirate and Princess Calia.

But let’s be honest, Blake’s opening line wasn’t great.

This is more like a bad joke.

"There is still a little bit of void power left, but it no longer affects your thinking and life. It will take a few days of careful recuperation, and this bit of magic will dissipate on its own.

At most it will give you a few more nightmares.

But after being in love with Deathwing for the past few years, I feel that your soul has been tempered to be extremely tough, and you will no longer be afraid of such small nightmares. "

In Princess Calia's room, she sat on the bed, Black sat in front of her, the pirate's fingers held the eldest princess's chin, and his eyes looked into hers.

Blake could see a trace of confusion remaining in the depths of those eyes, and the pupils were slightly dilated.

He could even see the reflection of his own cheeks in these big eyes.

"Besides, your eyes are beautiful."

He lifted his fingers and said something.

"Thank you, your eyes are beautiful too."

Princess Calia said politely:

"If it weren't for the green light in the center of his eyes that gave me chills, they would have been the most beautiful eyes of a man I have ever seen.

I heard that everyone in the Proudmoore family has eyes as blue as the sea.

is that true? "

"Those boring people also say that our family is blessed by the sea. Do you believe it?"

Blake asked rhetorically.

Caliya didn't answer, just looked at him with wide eyes. After a few seconds, Black shook his head and said:

"Well, it's true. All of us in House Proudmoore have blue eyes, that's our favorite color, the color of the sea.

Well, if we have wasted enough time to get to know each other and are familiar enough, can we start talking about business now? "

"Um."

The gentle Princess nodded, brushed her long golden hair that was scattered behind her, and said softly:

"What do you want to talk to me about? Invite me to join your fleet?"

"you?"

Blake curled his lips and said:

"I don't think a delicate princess who can't even hold a sailor sword joining my fleet will be of any help to me. In addition to making the eyes of the incompetent wastes under my command straighten and the sperm on their heads, you can't help me. Can't bring me any benefit.

You can't even wipe the deck well. "

The pirate glanced at the edge of the room, where there was a very familiar magic broom, and he said:

"My chief maid helped you with your personal hygiene for a few days. You are really a delicate and noble girl. You are incompatible with this island.

I don’t want to feed you in vain. Every penny I earn is hard-earned.

So I decided to send you back. "

The stinky pirate pointed in the direction of Lordaeron and said to Calia:

"After you completely get rid of Deathwing's charm magic, I will send someone to take you back to Lordaeron City and hand it over to your eager father.

You can be your eldest princess, don't have to worry about anything, and live happily.

I don’t know which man will be cheaper in the future.”

"No decent man would want me anymore."

Princess Calia's expression became darker. She looked out the window and said softly:

"Although your subordinates were polite to me, they did not hurt me, nor did they touch a finger on me. But the news that I was taken away has probably spread throughout the upper levels of Lordaeron.

Everyone knows that Her Royal Highness the Princess was kidnapped by pirates.

She spent a long time alone in the pirate's lair.

For a helpless woman, this is simply the worst nightmare.

I know I am still pure.

But I can't stop those people's mouths. You are also from a royal family. Those nobles have vicious mouths. You know better than anyone else. A princess who was charmed by the Destroyer and imprisoned by pirates, haha.

I have already guessed what kind of rumors I will face when I go back. Maybe now, they have used the word 'slut' to describe me. "

"Are you blaming me?"

Blake blinked and said:

"Are you the kind of person who values ​​your personal reputation more than your life? Stop pretending, I am a prophet and I know you better than you know yourself!

Calia Menethil, I know what a strong woman you are at heart.

Although you have been pretending to be a harmless girl, I know that you are far better than your brother when it comes to discussing politics, power and governance.

If you are a man, King Terenas will definitely hand you the scepter, put the crown on your head, and smile. Actually, I think it would be great to have a queen in Lordaeron.

Arthas Menethil's pedantic character for justice made him really unfit to be a king. "

"Ha, is this what you want me to do when I go home?"

Caliya suddenly showed a sly smile. The eldest princess stood up and stood in front of Black. She looked down at the stinky pirate and said:

“You have to use some reason to convince me to become your ally, and then use your hidden power in the human kingdom to help me ascend to the throne.

Then, you need me to secretly support your career.

In order to maintain my throne and keep the secret of my collusion with the pirates, I must do my best to help you.

At this point, I will fall into your trap and become a plaything under your control. And through me, the entire Lordaeron will fall into your hands. This is the real reason why you brought me to this island and invited your doctors to treat me.

You are truly an ambitious man, Prince Drake.

With such skill, you must have done this many times before? Let me guess, in other kingdoms, there may already be forces that you have supported.

Alterac should be the last descendant of the famous Auriden Perenolde.

I don't know who Kul Tiras is, but from communicating with your ship's doctor, I know that your fleet is about to be expanded, maybe someone from the business circle.

As for the Kingdom of Stormwind, I heard that you have a good relationship with the leader of the Seventh Banner Division.

Am I the fourth? "

"No, you're the fifth, and you're only half right."

Black suddenly stood up, reached out and pushed Calia onto the bed. A trace of fear flashed across the face of the eldest princess, but unexpectedly, the pirate made no next move.

Instead, he took a step back and admired the horror on Calia's face.

That seemed to make him very interesting.

"I gave you little cuties a nice name. I call you 'Albatross'. You are the fifth albatross I will release, Caliya."

Blake crossed his arms and looked at the eldest princess hugging her body tightly in front of him. He said:

"In addition, you can be strong and show that you are in control, but intellectual superiority does not allow you to defeat me. You guessed what I was going to say, which is good, and it saves me from wasting time trying to convince you.

But you want to use such a small 'advantage' to negotiate terms with me. I think you may be thinking too much.

I'm not one of those weak nobles you've been dealing with.

You can't convince me with words. "

"What if that's the case?"

Faced with Blake's strength, Princess Calia's face flashed with a blush. She reached out and unbuttoned her long skirt, revealing her white collarbone.

So big and so white.

It even makes the smelly pirates feel dizzy. No wonder you can succeed Sylvanas and become the queen of the undead. This "mind" alone is much bigger than that of Sylvanas.

she says:

"This is the only 'power' I can fight against you now. I heard your ship's doctor say that you are always alone."

"Tsk, tsk."

Blake flicked his tongue and said:

"It's really interesting for an innocent and innocent princess to learn the seductive tricks of tavern dancers. Unfortunately, you are too young, Your Highness.

If you want to seduce me, you should be more proactive.

Okay, don't take off your clothes!

That was not what I meant!

You idiot!

What does it look like when you put it on and someone is watching from outside!

explain.

What terms do you want to negotiate with me? "

Caliya was scolded by Blake, causing her to lower her head in shame and put her clothes back on.

She is a pure lady, and making such shameless actions in front of a man is also challenging her psychological bottom line. But the good news is that this "tactic" seems to be working.

Blake wasn't forcing things on her, which seemed like a good start.

"I want you to make sure my brother gets the throne!"

Jialiya raised her head, patted her face, and said seriously:

"Arthas was born to be a king, and the Menethil family's kingship has long been determined. I can serve you in secret, but this cannot interfere with the development of my country and the future of my people.

Otherwise, I would rather live in this tower all my life and be lonely all my life.

I was born with the name Menethil, and I must serve my people, my family, and my kingdom all my life. "

Blake frowned.

He looked at the determined Calia Menethil in front of him, hesitating in his heart whether to give her another soul charm spell, but considering Deathwing, Calia would definitely accept it after returning this time. Repeated psychiatric evaluations.

Such methods cannot be used.

But the woman in front of me is really amazing.

She knew the pirate's bottom line, and she knew that if she didn't cooperate, it would be a hot potato for Black to keep her in his hands.

Once the Kingdom of Lordaeron finishes dealing with the current affairs, maybe next month, the two fleets of Lordaeron will unite and head towards Tol Barad.

The Lordaeron Navy is not the Gilnean Navy.

They were established very early, and they have been cleaning up pirates in the waters of the eastern continent all year round, and also perform the task of escorting colonies. They are an army blessed by the faith of the Holy Light, and their combat effectiveness is far superior to that of the Gilnean Navy.

The existence of these two fleets is also the confidence that Lordaeron dares to say no to Kul Tiras on maritime affairs.

Although it is certainly no match for the Armada, with the deployment of the Lordaeron Army, Dai Lin will have a huge headache even if she wants to attack Lordaeron.

"Okay, I promise you."

Blake thought for a moment and replied:

"The Kingdom of Lordaeron is not a small country like Alterac. To be honest, I had no intention of controlling that country by controlling you from the beginning.

That's not realistic.

His Majesty Fa'ao will not allow me to do this.

Yes, I am also connected to the Holy Light Church, so don’t show this ignorant surprised expression. Your Highness, my energy and connections are much greater than you think.

I may not interfere with the inheritance of the throne of Lordaeron, but you must also fulfill your mission!

After you return, use your influence to convince your father not to let your fleet confront my subordinates in the North Sea and not to provoke a war there.

You have seen the fate of the Gilneans who wantonly provoked war.

You can continue your colonization of Northrend and I will not interfere.

The premise is that you pay taxes honestly.

In addition, my subordinates will integrate the scarce resources of the Northrend continent, carve out several islands in the Borean Tundra and Howling Fjord, and create a place for commercial transactions.

The furs of the Grizzly Hills, the mineral deposits of the Borean Tundra, the rare herbs of the Dragonblight, and even the bones of dragons, the weapons of the vrykul and the magical knowledge of the blue dragons, etc.

As long as you want to find everything in Northrend, I can provide you with it, and you don't need to send out expedition teams to search hard on that continent with a harsh climate.

This doesn't do any harm to either of us, right? "

Blake's request was completely beyond Calia's thinking, leaving the eldest princess stunned. After a few seconds, she widened her eyes and said to Blake:

"You want to imitate the Kul Tiran people's strategy of managing the South Sea, and you want to turn the North Sea into your kingdom? Holy light, why do you, a pirate, do these things?

How ambitious are you?

What do you want to do? "

"You'll find out later."

Blake shrugged, took a step back and snapped her fingers. Taresha, the chief maid standing outside the door, carefully opened the door and stuck her head out to look at him.

As a result, she didn't see the "hot" scene she imagined, which made the chief maid's big eyes flash with disappointment.

I clearly heard Her Royal Highness scream just now.

"Remember our agreement, Your Highness Calia."

Black took the red eyepatch from the fishman, put it on his eyes again, tied a bow on the back of his head, and suspended the Eye of Kilrogg on his shoulder.

The penetrating magic eyeball turned and stared at Caliya instead of Black.

He said:

"Of course you can try to violate the agreement, Princess of Lordaeron. But I really have many ways to restrict you, and Deathwing lost.

So, before you take some dangerous actions, use your little brain and think more.

Have a good rest.

After three days, I will send you home to reunite with your family. "