When it came time to parting ways, Lenoria and Rai couldn't take their eyes off each other. Rai gently placed a hand on her cheek and wiped the tears already beginning to form again.
"No crying anymore, we've discussed this. You know you'll see me again, somehow." He sighed. "Somehow, some way. We're friends now," he winked at her, smiling. Nodding her head, she jumped on him to give him a big hug goodbye, for now. So surprised by her action, Rai slowly wrapped his arms around her and gave her a soft kiss on the cheek.
"The Barrens, near Ratchet?" she asked him, to confirm she had heard him correctly. He nodded. Jumping up and down excitedly, she just remembered. "How do I get there?" laughing to herself. He laughed and told her to get a ride to Booty Bay in Stranglethorn Vale and take the boot across the ocean. Seemed simple enough.
Now that it was time for him to leave, she gave him one more hug and this time kissed him on the cheek.
"I'll see you soon, be good," he told her as he climbed onto his horse and rode off over the hill.
Later on in the evening, sitting alone in the hotel room, she thought about her day. Her first day, out in the open world. She met a Horde. Confronted the Horde. Nearly died, and saw Rai again. She thought it was an amazing day. Wondering what tomorrow would bring, she started fantasizing in her head of so many things that could happen, eventually drifting off.
By the time she had awoke it was already past lunch time. Jumping out of bed and getting dressed, she noticed a piece of paper by the window. Reaching over to grab it, she pulled it close to her face to examine it. It was a letter, for her? Opening it up, in gold letters it said "Welcome to Stormwind, I hope everything is okay with you. Wondering if you were interested in coming over to the Castle today. Around 12:30pm should suffice? Signed, Varian Wrynn." Glancing over at the time, it was only five minutes till 12:30. Finishing getting ready in a hurry, she was out the door in no time. Only knowing her way around Stormwind a little, she had entered three different districts before finally arriving outside the Castle. 'Thank goodness for sprinting' she thought to herself. Making her way up the long corridor, there she stood in front of the King of Stormwind. Remembering that she should bow in front of such people, she knelt down slightly and tipped her head down.
"There is no need to be so formal with me, Lenoria. I have something for you to do for me, if you are willing," the King smiled at her, passing her a piece of paper. Grabbing the paper, she read it over. Double read it, and read it again.
"I'm sorry Sir, but you... you want me to spy on the Horde for you? I... don't know how you expect me to do that," she had a troubled tone in her voice. She knew exactly what it meant. They knew about her and Rai. They wanted her to use their friendship for War. "I apologize, but I can't accept it." Bowing once more, she turned around and started to make her way down the corridor.
"You realize, with this accepting of this mission you will be able to enter all Horde territories disguised as one of them. No hassle," the King persuaded her. Lenoria stopped and thought about it. No complications, being able to enter Horde cities without being attacked. She turned around and looked at the King.
"And what will I look like? Some ugly Orc or Troll?" she was getting a little excited, but still hesitant.
"You will have the appearance of which you choose. Though, I know you have some sort of relationship going on with a Blood Elf. If that becomes a problem..." he sighed. "We will reveal you to them." Shocked, Lenoria dropped her arms to her side and looked to the side.
"I understand, and I accept." Glaring slightly at the King now. "I want the appearance of a Blood Elf, please."
"I figured as much, here you are and please, please be careful. We do not want to lose you," the King didn't seem to have that much of a sincere reassurance, but it didn't matter. She was going to be able to go right into a Horde city and see what it's like there. Leaving the castle, outside waited almost all of Stormwind wishing her off with 'good luck's. None of it mattered to her, since she knew that none of them liked her. They were probably all hoping she'd never return.
Exiting the city, she put on her outfit and checked herself out.
"Wow! I really do look like one of them. I'm hot," she giggled to herself. Walking down the road, she stopped off at a contested area town and grabbed a lift to Booty Bay. Arriving just as the boat got there, she ran down the dock and jumped on it. There were a few other people on there with her waiting for it to depart from Booty Bay. An Undead, and a couple of Gnomes. Figuring she should stand close to the Horde, the two Gnomes huddled in the corner.
When the boat reached Ratchet, she got off the boat and waved bye to the two Gnomes, who looked at her confused. Then she remembered she's a Horde now. Laughing at the thought, she made a funny face at the Gnomes and ran off to the town.
Walking through the little town, taking in the sights. This was definitely different from what she was used to. Continuing on the exit, out into the wilds, she saw a group of Horde talking. There were a few Blood Elves and Tauren. Wondering if she should test it, she strutted up to them and waved saying hello, going on right past them. They waved back and some said hi back. She grinned and did a little dance. 'It worked, yes!'
There were creatures everywhere. Deciding to avoid as much as she could, she walked along the water's edge. Approaching a bridge, there was guards looking at her. Waving towards them, she made her way across the bridge. A random Orc welcomed her to Durotar.
"Thanks. So, is Orgimmar here?" she asked politely. The Orc nodded and pointed to the north. Thanking the Orc once more, she went onward. Following the long road, a huge fortress appeared and a flying contraption went past over her head. Admiring it all, she stood in awe. Looking ahead now, she saw Horde guards everywhere. Going forward, she saw lots of people outside the entrance.
"If those stupid Alliance trash come back around here they're dead." She overheard a Tauren say. Others were agreeing with him. Just then, a fellow Night Elf came running at them and right into the city. Guards chased after him and some of the people ran after him, throwing fire balls at him. Lenoria didn't really seem all that bothered and laughed quietly. Waltzing right into Orgimmar, there were some random people who would look at her. Hearing 'she must be new' or 'she's hot'. She knew she was. Funny, she thought to herself. Rai said they have a little ego, she felt as though she had an ego too now. Passing by the thought, she twirled around in all directions, taking in the city views. Heading towards the bank, she saw some Blood Elves with the same horse as Rai. Would make it confusing if she was to find him. Just behind her, she could hear a familiar voice talking to another familiar voice. Turning around and looking around the corner to the bank, she saw the Tauren from Warsong and Rai! Not remembering she was in disguise, she ran out and right in-between them, jumping on him. Rai looked startled and pushed her off.
"Excuse me?! Who the hell are you?" his tone changed, something she wasn't use to. Then she caught on.
"Oh my god! I'm so sorry! I forgot...hehe," she whispered. Both Rai and the Tauren looked confused. But, the Tauren told Rai he should be on his way and left. Still there stood Rai, looking at some Blood Elf that just randomly pounced on him.
"Yeah, forgot what? Hate to tell you, but I already have someone I'm interested in," and he turned to walk away. Lenoria reached out and grabbed his shoulder, twisting him back around.
"Just come with me, I'll explain everything." She told him. Rai didn't really want to, but he decided why not, just for the hell of it he'd follow her. Entering an empty house, Lenoria turned around and showed her face, smiling at him. Rai's face twisted and then his expression became soft again. He burst out laughing.
"What the heck are you doing dressed as a Blood Elf? Definitely hot, I'll admit. But not what I'm into," he smirked and patted her head. Placing the disguise on her face again, she frowned.
"So you're interested in someone, hm? Who'd that be?" Rai was confused at first, then remembered what he said outside the bank.
"Oh, that? Well, I'm interested in you, obviously." Cupping her cheek in his hand. "You're just so adorable. But, really, what are you doing here?" he said smiling. Lenoria blushed and pulled the paper out of her pocket, handing it to him. He read it over and looked up at her.
"A spy? Really? Should I turn you in?" he grinned.
"No need. I only accepted the mission because I knew I'd be able to come here without getting caught. To see you..." blushing, looking away. Grabbing her hand and dragging her out of the house, he went down a winding road and went into a small hut. Must be his place, she thought. He released his grip on her and sat down, patting the spot next to him. Seating herself next to him, he extended an arm around her pulling her closer.
"About your mission... I have one as well," he started. She looked at him a little troubled as to what this mission might be. "I've been told to leave Orgimmar and not return. Thrall didn't think me helping you out was such a good idea. So I've been removed from all Horde capitals." Didn't really explain what his mission was, but he wasn't finished yet. He turned to face her and held both of her hands in his. "Lenoria, of the Alliance, the Night Elf I've fallen foolishly in love with, will you be my girl?" he had the most handsome smirk on his face. Lenoria's face lit up brightly.
"Rai, of the Horde, a Blood Elf I've happily fallen in love with..." she paused. That didn't sound right, she thought. Forgetting about it quickly, she pounced on him and hugged him tight. "Yes, I will!" Both of them were laughing, until Rai pressed a finger to her lips and quietened.
"Now that my mission is complete, I believe I shall claim my reward," his smirk turned into a smile and leaned in to kiss her gently. Lenoria couldn't believe this was happening. But it was to be short lived.
As Rai pulled back and brushed his fingers through her hair, his friend, the Tauren, came through the door.
"Rai, you've got to pack your things and get ready to---" stopping mid-sentence, the Tauren fixed his eyes on Lenoria and gave her a weird look. "Weren't you that weird chick from the bank that suddenly jumped on Rai?"
Relieved, she was still in disguise, Rai stood up and pushed him out the door. They were both talking in hushed voices. Curious as to what they were talking about, she hid just beside the door and listened in.
"Who the hell is she? First you're pushing her off and now you're making out with her?"
"It's not what you think, I just forgot for a second, alright?"
"Yeah, whatever. You have 10 minutes to get out of the city before guards show up." About to leave, Rai called out to him.
"Surez, you're my best friend. What the hell happened? You're just going to give up on me like that? Just leave me like this? Well, fine. Figures you'd be like the rest of them eventually," Rai was upset. His only friend since childhood. The only one who understood him and didn't care that everyone else hated Blood Elves, just ditched him. Surez didn't even bother to turn around or respond. Going back inside, Lenoria quickly sat back down in her spot and stared at Rai with a troubled expression.
"I know you were listening. Doesn't matter, I'll be fine. I have you." A small smile flashed across his face. "But we really should get going. I'm sure once your King finds out you're not doing the mission he'll show your face to all Horde and more than likely hope for your execution." Getting up onto her feet again, Rai and Lenoria gathered what he'd need and left.
Once out of the city, they looked back and waved bye. He didn't seem all that upset, just depressed at losing his only friend. Though it was only a short time, Lenoria was happy she was leaving Orgimmar. Nothing else really mattered now. She has Rai by her side.