Traveling Together

Alexstrasza carefully wiped Sylvanas's forehead with a damp towel. When Nathanos approached, she did not notice him at all. She only realized someone was behind her because she sensed another presence.

"You're here." The Queen of Dragons stopped what she was doing and turned around. Besides Nathanos, she saw a female mage.

"Today may be the last time." Nathanos crouched beside Sylvanas's bed and observed her for a while. Then, for who knew which time, he looked at Alexstrasza with hopeful eyes.

Even if you have to lie to me, at least give me some good news.

"Everything about her is normal, but she simply won't wake up. I'm not sure whether some force is preventing her from regaining consciousness."

The Witherer's face darkened. Alexstrasza thought he needed a moment alone with Sylvanas, so she rose and walked toward Jaina.

The girl, who looked like a child in her eyes, was utterly speechless when she saw her.

"Hello." The Queen of Dragons smiled.

Jaina came back to herself. "Life... Lifebinder, it is an honor. I am Jaina Proudmoore. It is an honor to meet you."

"I know you, Lady of Theramore."

Jaina had come to visit Sylvanas, but she had not expected Alexstrasza to be here as well. Nathanos had only said that someone was caring for Sylvanas, never that person was one of the Guardian Dragons.

"Why are you..."

"Please don't ask." The Queen of Dragons shook her head of wine-red hair. "And please keep this a secret."

The female mage froze for a moment, then nodded as if she understood.

A gentle smile appeared on Alexstrasza's face.

Jaina turned to gaze at Sylvanas, her face filled with concern. She had just heard the description of the Female Elf's condition.

"I don't know what she went through. Nathanos has