Chapter 42

Inside the mysterious cave, Huang Long faced off against "Doom Guard Azzinoth," while the female hunters watched the figure possessing Demon Hunter Yudian's body with wary expressions.

"Damn it, how did this happen?!" Hearing the Warcraft Elf System's notification, Huang Long immediately broke out in a cold sweat. This Warcraft Elf System really only delivered bad news, never good. First, there had been the three Level 7 magical beasts, forcing him to fight for his life. Then it had issued some reward mission to conquer this island, and as a result, Archer Captain Ina and Priestess of the Moon Tyrande had both gone missing. And now there was some virus invasion? Damn it, was there any system that screwed over its owner like this?

Other people got feedback when they played games, but what about this thing? He did not even know what company had made it. It plastered advertisements everywhere all day long, and now it had gone into maintenance without even giving prior notice. Damn it, it even blocked complaints directly. What kind of nonsense was that?!

Huang Long could not help wanting to throw his head back and let out a long sigh, venting his intense dissatisfaction with the Warcraft Elf System.

This so-called maintenance was far too harmful to Huang Long. He knew clearly that the power he had now, even his current strength, had all been granted by this unknown Warcraft Elf System. If not for the Warcraft Elf System, he would not have spent these past few days living such thrilling, blood-pumping days. This exciting and fulfilling life was something Huang Long had always wanted but could never obtain on Earth.

Therefore, although Huang Long was worried about what the person who had brought him here wanted from him, he was also deeply grateful to that person. Without him, Huang Long would not be living these days that were uncomfortable, yet so exhilarating.

That aside, Huang Long also understood clearly that once the Warcraft Elf System's main program stopped, his own strength would become utterly insignificant. Not only would he be unable to control the base's buildings, he might not even be able to command those troops. When they had been created in the Warcraft base, a mark of absolute loyalty to him had been forcibly imprinted into their minds. That was why they obeyed him completely. Without that restriction, they might not remain loyal to him.

More importantly, if the Warcraft Elf System had still been active, he could have forcibly issued an order to the fellow before him. Even if he had become Doom Guard Azzinoth, he still possessed Demon Hunter Yudian's body. In other words, he was still under Huang Long's command and could not harm him. But with this series of sudden changes, his former advantages had instantly vanished. He might not even be able to guarantee his own safety.

Fortunately, it's only two days. But these two days won't be easy. Ina, Lucy, and Tyrande are still in danger, but putting their safety aside for now, this guy in front of me is the first problem I have to deal with. If I can't even handle this lunatic-looking fellow, then nothing else matters!

Huang Long's heart was bitter as it sank slightly. Escaping from the hands of the fellow before him was already an extremely difficult task, let alone rescuing Ina and the others. That was hardly any easier than escaping Doom Guard Azzinoth's grasp.

After all, Archer Captain Ina was somewhat weaker than Demon Hunter Yudian, and the primary combat strength of this expedition had been Demon Hunter Yudian. Without Demon Hunter Yudian accompanying him, Huang Long would never have dared come here. Therefore, even if he managed to escape alive, the chances of Huang Long rescuing Priestess of the Moon Tyrande and the others by himself were minuscule. One wrong move, and he might even get himself killed.

Thinking of this, Huang Long could only smile bitterly again and again. He truly had no idea what to do.

"Who are you?" The "Demon Hunter Yudian," who had been acting crazed moments before, suddenly calmed down. His cold gaze swept over Huang Long and the female hunters behind him. His crimson, flame-lit eyes flickered continuously, as though he were desperately suppressing something.

"You are Lord Doom Guard Azzinoth!" Suddenly, a flash of insight appeared in Huang Long's eyes. Almost instantly, an excellent idea emerged in his mind.

"Ant of a Night Elf, you know me?" Doom Guard Azzinoth looked at Huang Long with a savage expression, turning his gaze fully upon him.

To the Doom Guard Azzinoth of the past, Huang Long truly was nothing more than an ant. Of course, to the current Azzinoth, Huang Long was merely a somewhat stronger ant, still not worthy of his attention.

"Of course I know Lord Azzinoth! And I will forever be loyal to Lord Sargeras!" Huang Long hurriedly bowed. At the same time, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief and confirmed something: Doom Guard Azzinoth, whose soul had remained within the Warglaives of Azzinoth, had not sensed the changes and events outside. That was why he was treating Huang Long this way. Otherwise, he would have attacked long ago instead of waiting until now.

It seems this Doom Guard Azzinoth wants to keep me around to gather information and understand the changes in his surroundings, which is why he's willing to speak with an ant like me. Huang Long thought to himself, growing more confident in his plan as the gleam in his eyes brightened.

"What, do the Night Elves, who have always been so arrogant and overbearing, also revere the great God of All Gods, Lord Sargeras?" Doom Guard Azzinoth revealed a trace of surprise before sneering.

"My lord, please allow me to speak!" Huang Long possessed a small portion of the ancient Night Elves' memories and thus understood some of the customs of these demons who had once invaded. If he spoke without Doom Guard Azzinoth's permission, the latter would definitely crush him with one slap without hesitation. That was the custom of the Burning Legion.

Upon hearing this, the flames burning within Doom Guard Azzinoth's Demon Eye flickered slightly. Then he said in a deep voice, "If you have something to say, say it!"

Hearing Doom Guard Azzinoth's words, Huang Long was overjoyed. It seemed his gamble had paid off. In this Doom Guard's heart, Sargeras, the God of All Gods, was omnipotent. Even if the Night Elf faction that had killed him had pledged allegiance to the God of All Gods, he would believe it...

"Lord Azzinoth, during the time you were asleep, the God of All Gods, Lord Sargeras, conquered this Lordaeron Continent. Our Night Elf faction also submitted to the God of All Gods, who knew that you had not truly died, but that your soul was merely slumbering within your personal weapon, the Azzinoth Warblade." Huang Long told the lie as though it were the truth. Forget Doom Guard Azzinoth—even Huang Long himself was nearly convinced.

"However, Demon Hunter Yudian, who carried the Warglaives of Azzinoth, had been fleeing everywhere. Therefore, the Night Elf faction's troops were specially dispatched to capture the traitor Yudian. In the end, we heavily wounded him and brought him to this mysterious place. In accordance with the God of All Gods' divine decree, there is enough energy here to help you recover." Huang Long did not know what this place was actually for, but since it could turn Demon Hunter Yudian into this state, revive the already-dead Doom Guard Azzinoth, and allow him to seize Yudian's body, it was undoubtedly beneficial to Azzinoth.

Sure enough, after hearing Huang Long's words, Doom Guard Azzinoth believed most of it. Since Demon Hunter Yudian had originally been a traitor to the Night Elf faction, and Azzinoth himself had indeed been revived, he completely believed Huang Long and no longer harbored the slightest doubt.

"Good. Now that I have been revived, it is time for us to return to the Legion. I wonder where those old friends are now. Hahaha!" Having been revived, Doom Guard Azzinoth was extremely delighted and eagerly prepared to leave, seemingly knowing the way back.

Naturally, Huang Long could not allow Doom Guard Azzinoth to leave just like that. His greatest purpose in coming here had not yet been achieved. How could he let Azzinoth go so easily?

"Lord Azzinoth, please wait!" Huang Long hurriedly called out.

Doom Guard Azzinoth turned around with a trace of displeasure on his face. If this ant before him had not saved him, he would have smashed him into a pile of pulp with one slap. He said, "What is it? Speak quickly!"

Knowing that Doom Guard Azzinoth was displeased, Huang Long did not dare provoke him further and immediately continued his lies.

"Lord Azzinoth, you do not know this, but several traitors have appeared within the Burning Legion!" Huang Long said urgently, his tone so sincere that it was astonishing.

"Traitors! Who are they?" Doom Guard Azzinoth roared, and the Demon Eye in his eyes instantly blazed fiercely.

"It is the Lich King Ner'zhul!" Familiar with the plot of Warcraft World, fabricating stories that were actually true was an utterly trivial matter for Huang Long.

"So it really is that fellow! I knew long ago that he was no good! I never thought he would truly betray the God of All Gods, Lord Sargeras!" Doom Guard Azzinoth roared. "Tell me, where is he now?"

Hearing Doom Guard Azzinoth's words, Huang Long put on a mournful expression, though inwardly he was filled with contempt. With Ner'zhul's strength, he could slap Doom Guard Azzinoth to death even at his peak, let alone now. This was all merely for show, but Huang Long still pleaded aloud.

"My lord, Ner'zhul has already been killed by the God of All Gods, Lord Sargeras. Those who offend the God of All Gods never meet a good end. But his subordinates have surrounded us. To protect your body, several of my friends risked their lives to hold off the enemy. Now that you have awakened, I beg you, my lord, to consider that my friends may have no merit, but they have certainly worked hard. Please save their lives!"