Where the Hooves Were Headed

In Theramore's morning light, the two succubi looked utterly listless. Staying awake all night normally would not have affected their stamina, but fear for the future had left them brooding all night, unable to sleep.

Seeing daylight outside, the two sisters had no idea what awaited them today.

A knock sounded outside, and then Deren entered carrying a tray of food. Aegwynn followed behind him.

"Ladies, have some breakfast! Whatever you want to say can wait until afterward." Deren greeted them warmly.

Seeing Deren's friendly manner, the twins relaxed somewhat. Given the current situation, he had no need to put on a false show of politeness for them. Since this human adviser was being so accommodating, the Eredar Twins did not dare act haughty either. After all, Aegwynn, radiating murderous intent, stood behind him.

Deren watched with a smile as the two "Draenei" finished breakfast. Then he sat across from them, while Aegwynn stood by the door, forming hand seals and casting a spell. It was clearly an even more powerful concealment barrier. She nodded to Deren, indicating that it was now safe to speak.

"All right, ladies. Aurelia and Saloras, correct? We can speak openly now." Deren did not hide the fact that he had long known their identities.

"Y-you knew?" Saloras looked as though she had truly seen an Undead. "What exactly do you want? Do you want us to betray the Legion, or do you want Sargeras to destroy Argus?"

Aurelia reached out to calm her agitated sister. "Saloras, let him finish. I doubt Deren is bored enough to toy with the emotions of two succubi."

Deren nodded. "Yes. I now know that your mission was to investigate why the Avatar of Sargeras appeared in Northrend, causing the Legion and the Old Gods to fight each other