As he finished speaking, the expressions of Vashj, Kalithresh, Karathress, Sethria, and the others grew darker and darker. After Patrick's account of the current political situation in Azeroth, all the naga felt they were still too young.
The sea witch quickly shook off her embarrassment and pressed him. "Since you know all this, why did you still let the Mag'har orcs join the Horde?"
"Simple. The Mag'har orcs are different from the Horde. Their chieftain, Garrosh, stands on equal footing with Thrall. As the Horde's current Warchief, Thrall cannot keep Garrosh in check in many respects. When we face the Horde in the future, I only need Garrosh to stand on our side. The Horde is already at a disadvantage. If the newly joined Mag'har orcs clash with Thrall, it will be a heavy blow to the Horde's internal unity. Thrall will never let that happen. The most likely outcome is that the Horde will attack the Black Temple, while the Alliance advances on Tempest Keep."
"Without a doubt, both the Black Temple and Tempest Keep will face immense pressure from Shattrath in the future. That is precisely what will hasten Illidan's and Kael'thas's return to Azeroth."
Vashj wore an expression that said he had to be joking. "I don't need deception."
"There's no need to deceive you. After we return to Azeroth, I need the naga stationed throughout the Ghostlands and around Quel'Danas. Then I'll begin carrying out my plan and prepare to welcome Illidan and Kael'thas back."
Vashj still looked unconvinced. "What exactly are you planning?"
"On Quel'Danas, I will directly open summoning magic circles linked to the Black Temple and Tempest Keep and summon everyone over, just like building a demonic gateway to summon demons of the Burning Legion." Patrick's words made Vashj pale with shock. The