The news that Cairne Bloodhoof had returned spread rapidly throughout Azeroth, reaching Orgrimmar.
Orgrimmar was in chaos, and the people were filled with fear.
The biggest beneficiary of Khadgar, Thrall, Maraad, and others' raid on the Dark Portal was Gul'dan, who was imprisoned there.
Thrall was eager to seize the opportunity to control Gul'dan, which meant he had a chance to take control of the Iron Horde in Draenor, and it was also a good opportunity to curry favor with the Burning Legion.
Unfortunately, Gul'dan was too cunning; he managed to escape.
The escaped Gul'dan secretly met with Vol'jin. Vol'jin had been planning for years, had learned Thrall's weaknesses, and could kill Thrall at any time. He needed an opportunity to establish contact with the Burning Legion.
Gul'dan is cunning and treacherous, but he is only obsessed with power. Compared to Thrall, Thrall is ungrateful and betrays his comrades as if it were commonplace, it is obviously more appropriate to cooperate with Gul'dan.
Moreover, Gul'dan's goal was to lure the Burning Legion, which was more direct and straightforward than Thrall's long-term plan.
If Medivh does not encounter any unforeseen circumstances, then Medivh will preside over the merging of the two Gul'dans from different eras.
With his power greatly increased Vol'jin's secret help, Gul'dan successfully defeated Grommash Hellscream in the near future. The Iron Horde drank the Demon Blood and summoned Archimonde into Draenor.
Although Archimonde ultimately failed, the Alliance and the Draenei of Shadowmoon Valley suffered heavy losses, and Vol'jin achieved his goal.
However, Gul'dan died unexpectedly, even Tyrande's intervention couldn't save him, much to everyone's surprise.
This left Vol'jin feeling like he had lost his backbone; without Gul'dan, he had no Burning Legion to rely on.
"What do I do?"
Upon learning of Gul'dan's death and that his head had been sent to Darnassus, Vol'jin asked himself this question more than once.
After Cairne Bloodhoof's return from the dead, Vol'jin realized that Cairne had replaced Gul'dan, but he didn't know how to face his former teammate.
After all, Vol'jin bears undeniable responsibility for Cairne's death, and he even ate a significant amount of Cairne's flesh.
After careful consideration, Vol'jin felt he had no chance of survival.
Cairne Bloodhoof was eager to avenge the Tauren's tragic fate against the Horde, but his greater ambition was to become the Horde's Warchief.
Since he was able to tear apart and eat Baine, the Tauren Chieftain, he would definitely not let Vol'jin, the Warchief of the Horde, go.
The new Warchief will absolutely not allow the former Warchief to live; Thrall and Garrosh are already cautionary tales.
Vol'jin's mind raced through all the possibilities, and his first thought was to call for Sylvanas's help.
Unfortunately, Vol'jin knew Sylvanas very well. This Dark Lady was ambitious and had long coveted Horde position of Warchief. Regardless of who won between Cairne Bloodhoof and Sylvanas, he had no chance of survival.
Or perhaps we should seek help from the Blood Elves, specifically from Lor'themar Theron, the Regent of Quel'Thalas?
Vol'jin shook his head; he knew these Blood Elves were opportunists and would never fight for him.
As for Goblins, what are they?
After much deliberation, the cunning Vol'jin suddenly realized that only Tyrande and Malfurion could save him at this moment.
If the Night Elves defeat Cairne Bloodhoof, they will absolutely not harbor any improper thoughts towards the Horde chieftain.
Yes, that's the only way.
Vol'jin immediately wrote to Tyrande.
At this moment, he truly wished Thrall were still alive. Only the resourceful, cunning Thrall could have portrayed the Orcs' enemy as the enemy of all Azeroth.
If Cairne Bloodhoof is accused of destroying Azeroth, he's doomed.
Even the Invincible Lich King Arthas and the arrogant Scourge of yesteryear vanished under this same charge.
Vol'jin carefully considered his words, portraying Cairne Bloodhoof as a dangerous figure who would destroy Azeroth, a heinous Demons who would bring ruin to Azeroth Cairne Bloodhoof he wasn't defeated.
Shaking his head, Vol'jin realized the gap between himself and Thrall; his persuasiveness was far inferior.
This letter needs to be delivered to Tyrande immediately.
At the same time, Vol'jin began to integrate the Orcs and Troll Legion of Orgrimmar. The Orcs were full of powerful figures, not just heroes like Thrall and Saurfang.
Heroes stir up history and dominate the world, but how many warriors, whose abilities are comparable to heroes, have simply been unlucky and remained unknown?
Vol'jin was pleased to have found two Orcs Warriors who were perfect for leading troops into battle and serving as his right-hand men.
Now, he has replaced High Overlord Saurfang, Saurfang's illegitimate son, the Wind Blademaster Saurfang.
General Nazgrim's younger brother, General Gordo Nazgrim.
From this point on, Vol'jin was ready to face Cairne Bloodhoof attack.
Orgrimmar is a city of steel, and with the presence of the Flesh-Eternal, food is definitely not a problem; it won't be easy to conquer.
When the Elf army arrives, working together from within and without, Cairne Bloodhoof and his Tauren will surely become history.
Darnassus.
After Gul'dan's death, High Priestess Tyrande of the Moon Goddess lived a secluded life, constantly praying to the goddess Elune.
But for some reason, he never received a response from the goddess.
Tyrande has served as Priestess for ten thousand years, and judging from the spiritual feedback, the goddess is currently in a state of doubt.
No deity is omniscient or omnipotent. If a deity encounters something that it does not know or cannot resolve, it will usually remain silent rather than tell the believer, "I cannot do it."
Did Gul'dan's death plunge even the goddess into confusion?
Tyrande felt somewhat helpless. All her power came from the goddess. After all, among the Night Elf race, only Tyrande could clearly receive Elune's oracle, which was the source of her confidence as a leader.
Over these ten thousand years, the goddess gave her countless guidances. The goddess's vision and wisdom were naturally superior to those of ordinary beings, which allowed Tyrande to benefit from this and become a wise woman and Prophet.
Without the goddess's help, Tyrande was suddenly overwhelmed with a sense of helplessness.
At this critical moment, Vol'jin's letter arrived.
"Cairne Bloodhoof?"
Tyrande felt particularly helpless. Usually, in this situation, she would need to appeal to the goddess, who would then provide the correct guidance. But now, the goddess was clearly remaining silent.
Looking around at herself, Tyrande suddenly realized how incredibly lonely she was, without a single reliable friend to offer advice or suggestions.
Tyrande and Malfurion had no children, and they knew very well that for a leader of an ever-growing race to have offspring was simply asking for trouble.
Despite her reluctance, Tyrande had no choice but to go to Malfurion.
Malfurion slumbers within a Den in Darnassus.
In Moonglade, there is a similar large Den, which is Malfurion's favorite place to slumber.
When Tyrande learned that many Elune Priestess were tending to his body in Moonglade, she immediately ordered Malfurion to return to Darnassus to sleep.
Darnassus, the slumbering place of Malfurion, is protected by a group of male Night Elves.
Malfurion lay on the thick layer of dry grass, a dim silver light illuminating his still body. A pair of proud antlers protruded from his forehead, a gift left to him by Cenarius.
His eyes remained vacant, staring blankly at the ceiling.
Tyrande's anger surged upon seeing it; her eyes widened in fury. Clearly, the terrible changes in her lover had not subsided.
"Wake up, you piece of trash! Jaina is dead. Are you still grieving for her?"