Sure enough, Kel'Thuzad and Arthas had already set their sights on Tirion Fordring. Kel'Thuzad's attack was probably only a prelude. Arthas had not even come to the Eastern Plaguelands himself, and it was foreseeable that the Scourge would certainly make another major move against the Silver Hand.
"Have Hawkspear send an appropriate force to reinforce them, but make sure they don't confront the Scourge head-on. They must only harry them from the flanks."
Puzzled, Quensass said, "Lord Regent, with our strength, we could easily join the Silver Hand in wiping out the Scourge in the Eastern Plaguelands. Since the Battle of Stratholme, the Scourge's last stronghold in the Eastern Plaguelands has fallen. Only their floating fortress, Naxxramas, remains unconquered. We have absolutely nothing to fear. Wouldn't it be better to destroy the Scourge outright?"
"No, that is still far from enough." Patrick looked at the members of the Council. "With Tirion Fordring back in command, the Silver Hand has grown much stronger and helped draw the Scourge's hostility away from us. But their excessive strength still makes them a force beyond our control. The best outcome would be for the Silver Hand and the Scourge to fight until both sides are badly damaged."
"But if our troops hold back in battle, that would also make it obvious that we're letting the humans die in our place. Those proud, battle-hardened soldiers of former Lordaeron would probably settle the score afterward." Halduron added, "I suggest having Hawkspear avoid the period of the Scourge's fiercest attacks and only arrive belatedly once the Paladins have launched their counterattack."
"Very good. Then your Military Department will be responsible for the specific arrangements this time. Produce a detailed plan as soon as possible and inform Hawkspear and his people promptly. At the same time, strengthen the