A Small Move for a Greater Goal (Happy New Year)

Lorewalker Cho glanced at Thrall, then looked Anduin up and down, and said with a sneer:

"Chi-Ji, you can save them once, but can you save them forever? With me here, do you think I can protect them both? I can kill them countless times."

The woman in red Chi-Ji, remained indifferent and said calmly, "As expected of a martial arts prodigy among the Pandaren. Indeed, I couldn't protect them from your exquisite moves. It's a pity you can't fly."

Chi-Ji reverted to its large bird form, grabbing Thrall and Varian with its two claws respectively, and quickly flew into the air. Reaching a safe altitude, Chi-Ji sneered coldly:

"Lorewalker Cho, let me tell you a secret. When you were very young, after we learned that you were a martial arts prodigy, Xuen secretly injected a hidden force into your body. This is the real reason why your body is weak and you cannot cultivate martial arts. You are not the first genius we have crippled."

Chi-Ji laughed arrogantly and flew away with Thrall and Anduin.

"I see, I knew it would be like that."

Lorewalker Cho was not surprised. Having read extensively, he had long noticed that all the rare martial arts prodigies in the history of the Pandaren, without exception, were unable to cultivate martial arts, just like him.

This was no coincidence; it must have been done on purpose. Lorewalker Cho's first suspicion was the August Celestials, which is why he traveled to various places to search for their secrets.

Madam Goya shielded her two children and asked with concern, "Lorewalker Cho, are you alright?"

Lorewalker Cho said regretfully, "Madam, I have offended the August Celestials, and I fear it will be difficult for me to maintain my foothold in Pandaria. This is my farewell, and I hope we will never meet again."

Guo Ya hesitated for a moment, her expression contorted with struggle, before finally nodding.

Lorewalker Cho didn't want to implicate the woman he loved, so he left without looking back.

After the power of the Sha energy and Archimonde's Power of Destruction subsided, Lorewalker Cho regained his normal strength. However, this also eliminated the hidden power of Xuen within his body. Given time, Lorewalker Cho's future is limitless.

Madam Goya returned to the black market on the Mistveil Trestle, where Wrathion had been waiting for a long time. Madam Goya was not surprised at all and personally prepared tea and refreshments for Wrathion.

Wrathion questioned him angrily, "Madam, don't think we're all fools. First, you arranged to meet with me to discuss cooperation, then you secretly instructed the Sha to cause trouble. If it weren't for the Chi-Ji's unexpected appearance, Thrall and Anduin both be dead. What exactly do you want?"

Madam Goya smiled slightly, unconcerned by Wrathion's threat, and covered her face with a soft laugh:

"Black Prince Highness, I have already informed the media of Azeroth. Anduin's encounter with Thrall at the Mistveil Trestle will soon be known throughout Azeroth. Isn't that what you wanted?"

Wrathion looked puzzled, Madam Goya smiled and said:

"Let's not beat around the bush, Black Prince Highness, you came to Pandaria to become stronger, to obtain the power of the Sha and the August Celestials. Do you think Thrall and Anduin can succeed?"

Wrathion frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and said uncertainly, "They both disappointed me greatly. Well, I hope there are better options."

Madam Goya's eyes sparkled. "What if it were Garrosh and King Varian? Thrall and Anduin such lengths; they certainly wouldn't sit idly by."

Wrathion's eyes darted around, then he suddenly realized and laughed, "Good, good! The Alliance and the Horde are fighting in Pandaria, my chance has come. My lady, why didn't I meet you sooner?"

Madam Goya's face hardened. "I only want revenge; all other gains are yours."

Stormwind City.

Varian read the Booty Bay Daily and grew increasingly angry.

The Goblins vividly described Thrall and Anduin's adventures in Pandaria.

Acting in accordance with the will of Heaven and the will of the people, the two men, upon reaching the shore, exuded an aura of dominance and, with impeccable moral character, subdued the Hozen and the Jinyu respectively.

To resolve the millennia-old feud between the Hozen and the Jinyu, Thrall and Anduin held amicable negotiations at the Mistveil Trestle, successfully bringing the Hozen and Jinyu to a standstill. The Savior Thrall and Prince Anduin made an indelible and outstanding contribution to the peace of Pandaria.

Unexpectedly, the Seven Sha of Pandaria, unwilling to accept defeat, attempted to sabotage the peace talks and joined forces to attack. Thrall, with just one punch, obliterated the Seven Sha, becoming famous throughout Azeroth and winning the love of Madam Goya, the most beautiful woman in Pandaria.

Prince Anduin's performance was equally impressive. He had a chance encounter with the Black Dragon Prince Wrathion on the Mistveil Trestle. The two hit it off immediately, impressed by each other's character, and formed a deep friendship.

Varian angrily threw the newspaper to the ground and asked his staff, "Has the intelligence from SI:7 arrived yet?"

The aide respectfully reported, "King Majesty, the latest intelligence indicates that the Jinyu have abandoned Prince Anduin. Thrall and Anduin were ambushed by the Lorewalker Cho at the Mistveil Trestle and were severely injured, but were rescued by the Chi-Ji, one of the August Celestials, and their whereabouts are currently unknown."

Varian cursed, "The Lorewalker Cho is a piece of trash. How much better it would be if we killed both of them!"

After frowning and pondering for a long time, Varian murmured:

"Anduin gained the favor of the August Celestials, and it won't be long before he establishes his own power in Pandaria. This would be a rift in the Kingdom of Stormwind, and I absolutely cannot allow this to happen. I have over two hundred ships; send them all to Pandaria and capture this rebellious son, Anduin."

Orgrimmar.

Garrosh looked at the intelligence report from that day, his expression shifting between anger and uncertainty.

"Damn Chi-Ji, why are you meddling in the Orcs' affairs? You're making an enemy of all of Azeroth!" Garrosh roared angrily. "Thrall, you still haven't given up on the fight for Horde of the Warchief. Wishful thinking! I won't let you have your way!"

Garrosh dismissed the crowd and knelt on the ground in a devout prayer. "Great Lord, please guide me through my confusion."

A mysterious voice echoed in Garrosh's mind, "Don't worry about Thrall, he's just a useless piece of trash. You must keep a close eye on Wrathion. If Wrathion gains access to the Sha and the power of the August Celestials, you and your Horde will die."

Garrosh asked worriedly, "Wrathion the Harbinger's power is unfathomable. How can I possibly fight him?"

Wrathion, whose strength is unpredictable, has the ability to kill Garrosh and escape unscathed, which is exactly what he fears most.

The mysterious voice replied, "Wrathion can resist the corruption of the Sha, but he cannot fight against pride. I will give you a blueprint. Forge the Sacred Bell according to the blueprint. After the Sacred Bell is rung, your most loyal soldiers will gain the power of the Sha of Pride."

Garrosh was overjoyed; as long as his safety was guaranteed, he didn't care about waging a war in Pandaria.

"You must be careful, Garrosh," the mysterious voice warned. "When you commit all your forces to Pandaria, be wary of Theramore."

Orgrimmar Prison.

In the dead of night, as the jailers grew drowsy, Vol'jin removed two fangs, peeled away the camouflage on the ground, and burrowed into the dark cave.

After his failed attempt to join forces with Eitrigg to Horde the Warchief, Vol'jin was imprisoned by Garrosh and suffered greatly, but he never gave up.

Two fangs became Vol'jin's last hope. After nearly half a year of hard work, success was just around the corner. The last layer of soil was removed, and Vol'jin finally saw the long-awaited night.