Request for Aid from Lordaeron

Theramore, Deren's home.

Without the black dragon companion around, Jaina had become even more brazen, staying here all day. If she were not worried that the Bronze Dragon Chromie might suddenly return in the middle of the night for a buffet, she would probably have stayed overnight.

Of course, most of the time, she discussed various matters with Deren.

"Spies in Orgrimmar discovered that Thrall is concentrating his forces and preparing to intensify his offensive in Ashenvale. The notice sent by the Night Elves says they have also dispatched a large number of Sentinel Corps troops and a small number of Druids, who are currently assembling. But they are not optimistic about the prospects of the war. Tyrande hopes we will step in to mediate." Jaina was still most concerned about the Orcs' movements.

After hearing this, Deren thought silently for a moment before asking Jaina, "What are the attitudes of the other Horde races? Especially the Tauren—what do they think of the Ashenvale operation?"

Jaina pulled out a document. "The Tauren are opposed to it. They believe the Horde only needs to hold its existing territory and has no need to expand outward."

Deren snorted. "Their Tauren beliefs are close to those of the Night Elves, so naturally they hope the two sides will not fight. Besides, they have vast fertile lands in their old homeland of Mulgore and no pressure to survive, so they have no need to expand. But for the Horde, especially the Orcs, the pressure of survival only grows tighter. Durotar and The Barrens will never provide enough prey for the Orcs' needs."

Jaina asked excitedly, "Should we intervene in the war and launch a surprise attack on Orgrimmar from the rear?"

Deren shook his head. "No, we do not need to act personally." He