Just a quick chapter, before i change gears and things become interesting for our newly married royal couple.
Malfurion paced back and forth, knowing full well that Tyrande was watching him uneasily. The war with the Legion was over, but the events leading up to it bothered the Archdruid.
Honestly, Malfurion thought he'd never see Illidan again. His brother was supposed to be dead, but being contaminated with demon blood made death a little less permanent in his case. Now, Illidan had taken a place as jailor to Sargeras, destined to remain on the seat of the Pantheon for the remainder of time.
The situation with Illidan bothered Malfurion, but what bothered him more was the injury of Azeroth. The world had been severely wounded by Sargeras and Malfurion now had a very bad feeling. Tyrande had it too, but she was able to hide her uneasiness better.
"Mal, please stop." Tyrande said, standing in the Archdruid's way, so he couldn't pace. "There is little we can do but help monitor the situation. I know Greymane has sent spies to determine the extent of the damage while the king is away."
"I know, my love, but I still have a bad feeling. Events are in motion which will change this world."
Tyrande nodded. "I agree. And we will help guide Anduin and the Alliance, when the time comes."
"I just hate for Anduin and Kia to be bombarded by these new worries as soon as they return. Though, I suppose, it's the way of things. The unfortunate reality of being a king."
"He will be fine. Anduin is a good king, with good advisors. And, he has Kia in his corner. Things are changing and the coming storm will be fierce, I agree, but the Alliance will endure."
Malfurion smiled at Tyrande, taking her into his arms. "You're right, of course. What would I do without you."
Anduin paced back and forth. Kia watched him, but didn't try to stop his movement.
They had just returned from their honeymoon and, as expected, they walked into a hornets nest, even though it was a different nest than they had been expecting. The war with the Legion was officially over, thanks to the Titans and Illidan, but Sargeras final act against the planet had caused a whole new problem, which could escalate the war between the Alliance and Horde to new levels.
"Sylvanas will use the Azerite to destroy the Alliance." Anduin said. "And probably take more than half the world with us."
"My father says he's sent most of his fleet to Silithus. With any luck, he can secure the Azerite before too much gets into her hands." Kia stood in front of Anduin, placing her hands on his cheeks. "You'll figure this one out. And remember, I'm on this bumpy road with you." She kissed him quickly.
Anduin pulled her into a hug. "I know you are." He sighed. "I'm going to miss you."
Kia chuckled against his chest. "Miss me? We just spent the last three months totally alone together. You're not tired of me, yet?"
"I'll never be tired of you." Anduin replied.
Kia pulled back and looked at Anduin. "I'll only be in Darnassus for a week. Maybe two. Now that we're officially married, there are a few things I need to take care of among the night elves before I become a permanent fixture to Stormwind. I'm sure you can survive without me for that long."
"I can survive, yes, I just don't want to." Anduin replied, but his voice was light. Kia knew he was just giving her a hard time for fun. "I like having my queen here with me."
"After this visit, I'll probably stay here with you most of the time. You'll be fine. Just make sure Quinn and Lantash don't get into trouble while I'm gone." Kia pulled away from Anduin and looked at Quinn, who was lounging near the open balcony door in their chambers.
"I'll behave..." She said. "...but, I refuse to take any responsibility for Lantash."
"Quinn says she'll behave, of course, but she's not taking any responsibility for Lantash. I think they're not speaking to each other, at the moment." Kia translated. "He's going through some type of juvenile phase, I think. He spent too much time around young dragons at the hatchery. I think he might have taught them some bad habits."
"My fur is still growing back from that joke he got the one dragon cub to play on me." Quinn said, looking away. "Stupid fire breathing devils." She mumbled.
Kia translated and Anduin knelt down by Quinn, scratching behind her ear. "Don't worry my friend. You can hangout with me while Kia's gone. You don't need to even see Lantash."
Kia smiled happily, watching them interact. They would be fine while she was gone. And speaking or not, Lantash would keep both Quinn and Anduin safe if need arises. Kia felt secure that everyone she was leaving in Stormwind would be safe until she returned. She was only going to be gone a couple of weeks, anyway. What could happen?
To Be Continued...
What could happen, indeed?