Salayan's Aunt Alyssa was very happy when Villes returned home. However, Viles' expression was a bit unnatural, as if she was thinking of some bad memories.
Sarlayan did not disturb the couple's subsequent intimate communication, and returned to his room alone to make final preparations for the upcoming journey.
The next morning, when Sarlayan came to the courtyard for morning exercises as usual, he happened to see Villes walking out of the door with his feet dangling.
With a disheveled look on his face, Villeless forced a smile to bid farewell to Sarlayan, and then uncharacteristically set off slowly towards the royal court.
Sarlayan was baffled by Vilas' poor state.
"...What's going on? Why do you look like you haven't had a good rest when you go home?"
The barrage suddenly became happy.
"Good boy, don't delve into it. The world of adults is very profound."
"It's so real, no matter how busy you are."
"You have seen the beautiful young woman's love for Sarlayan before. If she doesn't want her own child...who would believe it?"
"It's rare for my husband to come home."
"Ahem~ Be careful, don't drive carelessly, Sarlayan is still watching."
"What are you afraid of? Sarlayan is already an adult, and he will have to know this knowledge sooner or later."
"Dirty~ The small train has arrived at the station. Passengers please be prepared and check in their tickets to board the train."
"Tip~student card."
"Tip~senior card."
Sarlayan couldn't understand it, but he was shocked.
"Uncle Villes is so weak, and Aunt Alyssa...is so terrifying."
…
Three days passed in a blink of an eye.
Saying goodbye to Aunt Alyssa who was reluctant to leave, Sarlayan and Valeera, who just handed over the task yesterday, rode the dragon hawk together.
Anasteria gave Valeera an important task, escorting Sharlayan to Dalaran to deliver a message to Prince Kael'thas.
Valeera covets this kind of mission. It means she can spend more time with Sharlayan and fend off some of the bees and butterflies who covet his male lust.
Valeera's concerns are not unfounded.
Due to the prevalence of hedonism in Quel'Thalas, it is not uncommon for people to have corrupt private lives, both men and women.
Those "countrymen" who don't know how to enjoy themselves in the southern part of Yongsong Forest are fine, but this time there are mage troops sent by the Arcane Association to set out with the rangers, and among them there are many carnivorous female elves...
In the past, when Sarlayan had a big beard, it was easy to say that he could only rely on his strong body that was different from other compatriots to attract the opposite sex.
Ever since he shaved off his ugly beard and revealed his extremely good looks, Valeera could clearly feel that the frequency with which Sarlayan was being noticed by the opposite sex had skyrocketed.
If you don't pay close attention, the cooked duck will fly away.
Sarlayan himself was not very aware of this, as long as it was not a malicious look, it would not arouse his vigilance.
Since Lelessa successfully survived the war, it is natural that she still has to take charge of Quel'Thalas.
The leader of the first batch of reinforcements was Sylvanas Windrunner, the second daughter of Leretha Windrunner and the successor to the Ranger General.
Leading an army alone this time can be regarded as a big test for Sylvanas's ability to command troops.
When Sarlayan and Valeela landed at the Dragon Eagle Tower in Taquilin Town, reinforcements had already been assembled and lined up neatly waiting at the gate of the newly rebuilt town.
What they were waiting for was not the two inconsequential followers, Sarlayan and Valeela, but the master mages who had not shown up yet.
Looking down from the tower using the eagle eye technique, Sarlayan saw several familiar people in the team.
The first is Sylvanas, who is standing at the head of the team. At this time, she is discussing something with her deputy, Lor'themar Theron, with a serious expression.
Lor'themar's friend Halduron Brightwing was also present, but judging from the corner position where he was standing, he probably just came to join in the fun and see him off.
Needless to say, Nathanos Marris was reinforced this time by Lordaeron, his hometown, and of course this human ranger also followed the team.
However, his expression was a little nervous. I wonder if he was worried about the safety of his parents who were still farming in his hometown.
In addition, Sarlayan unexpectedly saw Lyras and Vereesa in the team.
Lylas was more nervous than Nathanos, and kept checking his backpack and equipment over and over again.
Vereesa who was standing next to him tapped him on the forehead angrily, took a teapot pose with a serious face, and admonished him with her hands on her hips.
Valeela also noticed this scene and asked Sarlayan curiously: "Look at this posture... Lylas and Vereesa are also going to set off with the army?"
"Isn't Liresa planning to leave one of his children on standby in Quel'Thalas?"
Including Alleria, who has already set off early, the four Windrunner family siblings are about to reunite in a strange land.
Not to mention that Vali, LS, Leian and Danmu were also very confused about Lireza's decision. This approach was not in line with the big family's consistent style.
"I don't know. Liresa should have her own considerations."
"Shua~"
Just as Sarlayan was about to take Valeela forward to greet a few acquaintances, a rich arcane light suddenly rose from the only mage tower in Taquilin, and a faint blue portal quickly formed on the top of the tower.
Nearly a hundred male and female mages in robes walked out of the portal one after another.
Led by a black-haired man who looked a little familiar to Sarlayan, these arrogant-looking mages slowly walked down the tower and met Sylvanas, who had an unkind expression.
Sylvanas crossed her arms and looked at the black-haired man with the Archmage badge on his chest with a cold expression.
"Romans, you are two minutes late."
Compared with those mages whose noses are turned up to the sky, Archmage Rommath's attitude is quite modest.
He smiled bitterly and apologized to Sylvanas: "I'm sorry, we have encountered a lot of trouble in gathering the mage troops for an expedition again after so many years."
Sylvanas was quite satisfied with Rommath's attitude of taking the initiative to lower her profile, and just snorted lightly and stopped delving into it.
"Forget it, get in line, it's time for us to set off."
Rommath smiled gently: "Thank you for your consideration. Please take care of me for a while, General Sylvanas."
Although rangers and mages are both the two most famous professions in Quel'Thalas, the relationship between them is not very harmonious.
It can't be said that they are incompatible, but it can be seen from the clear positions that they have no intention of establishing a good relationship with each other.
'As expected, I can only get used to it slowly after setting off. '
Sylvanas rubbed her brows and put aside her worries for the time being.
Sarlayan witnessed this scene with his own eyes. Recalling the question asked by the Sun King a few days ago, he felt a little complicated.
Husky was a bit confused: "With internal and external troubles, it's time for Quel'Thalas to change. It's no wonder Anasteria is so anxious."
"Unfortunately, as he himself admitted, the old and frail Sun King no longer has the energy and courage to lead this great change."
"Recalling the immature Kael'thas at this time may also be a helpless move for the Sunstrider family."
While Sharlayan was still peeking at the discussion on the screen, Sylvanas gave an order in a majestic voice: "Everyone listens to the order, break camp and set off. The target is the Temple of Desom!"
Sarlayan, who was following the team in a low-key manner, had a look on his face, and Valeera also had a look of interest on her face.
"The Temple of Desom, we haven't been there for a long time, right?"
The Temple of Desom is located at the southernmost end of the Eversong Forest, near the forest exit to the east of the Gate of Salas.
Strictly speaking, high elves do not believe in gods. They believe in the sunwell, arcana, and themselves.
The Temple of Desom has nothing to do with gods. There are no clergy such as priests and priests. There are only forest defenders organized by private organizations.
This temple was built to protect a giant tree, the core of the forest that existed before the founding of Quel'Thalas.
The Tree of Life, Saas Allah.
