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The Royal Palace of Lordaeron before the Winter Veil Festival is more festively decorated than in previous years. The dwarf festival tradition became popular many years ago. According to the festival content, everyone will receive a gift from Grandpa Winter, and the elders can also give a gift to the younger generation.

A gift! And Nathanos's gift was extra special. It was given to him by his father - two of the strongest and most energetic sheepdogs on the farm! This gift seemed strange, but he still liked it very much. What his father meant

Yes, I hope I can protect this place like a sheepdog. Of course, Nathanos told himself - he loves this land to death!

However, even in such a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere, there was an element of uneasiness in Nathanos's heart. Several months had passed since Arthas and Uther began to join forces to deal with the surrounding orcs. At the beginning, Nathanos

Thinking that he would follow Arthas as usual, the prince of Lordaeron refused to follow him. He just said that this time he wanted to act alone, and King Terenas actually agreed. He told himself this from the bottom of his heart.

It's just that Alsace wanted to do something alone, but the sudden change still caught him off guard.

At least that was the case until Alleria Windrunner arrived at his door.

The visit from the female elf was the most surprising thing for him, but the surprise was soon taken over by joy. Originally, Nathanos was a little nervous about how to introduce her to his family. Unexpectedly, Alleria solved this problem by herself. She

Her dignified etiquette immediately won the favor of her father, Brad, and her mother, Daphne. At this moment, she was accompanying her mother to work in the kitchen.

Winter Veil...maybe it won't be so cold anymore.

Stephen lit the scarecrow, and the Marris farm was filled with a festive atmosphere. Nathanos looked at his cousin and his father Jonathan in front of the window. The father and son were suddenly having a snowball fight, and the childlike picture inspired Nathanos.

There was something that Thanos had never felt in his heart before, and the inexplicable emotion made his eyes moisten. Suddenly... he looked at his cousin.

Already sixteen years old! Nathanos was a little surprised. Time flies so fast. Stephen... is almost an adult.

'What coming-of-age gift should I get him?'

'Wake up, it's still early!'

'Preparing now is something new.'

'Will he believe you spent two years preparing your present?'

Two voices were arguing in his mind. Nathanos shook his head and acknowledged the other voice. Yes! What's the rush now? Two years is a long time, really a long time. A lot of things will happen, such as

:He will marry Alleria!

marry?

Nathanos was surprised that he would have this idea. He knew that such a day would come to him, but he never mentioned it to anyone, especially Alleria.

Excited yet nervous!

Will she accept it? Maybe Alleria will say it's too early, I have official business to deal with, something like that. Nathanos will never blame Alleria, she is right, but humans obviously expect

The female elf could tell another answer, one that would make him faint on the spot...

She gradually came to be regarded as a member of the Maris family.

Nathanos began to notice this change when his mother asked Alleria to go with her to prepare the Winter Veil dinner.

His lover is the Ranger General of Silvermoon City and has a distinguished status, but Nathanos is not uneasy about this. They truly believe in each other!

On the night of the Winter Veil Festival, they ushered in the first new snow of the new year. The surface of the frozen Sodori River was covered with layers of white snow, like a smooth ribbon. The snow started to fall at dawn and continued until

An hour ago. Later, little stars dotted the dark night sky, and the moonlight made everything gentle and dreamy.

A gentle hand slipped into his palm.

"It's beautiful, isn't it?" Alleria said quietly. Nathanos nodded, but did not look at her.

"I'm surprised."

"Because of my presumptuous interruption?" Alleria raised an eyebrow.

"No, I mean..."

He finally turned to her, but held his breath for a moment. A few hours ago, Alleria was still in her ranger costume, and now he was stunned by her beauty. The female elf looked like the Snow Maiden. No.

With that kind of gorgeous dignity, she just put on the most ordinary cotton velvet robe, the fabric was decorated with very light blue. The silver ring combing her hair was given a warm and soft light by the moon, which was so charming from head to toe.

Broken, but so warm and soft. Her cheeks were slightly reddened by his gaze, her blue eyes trembled slightly, and her long blond hair undulated on her shoulders with her breathing.

"You...I...us." He didn't know how to say it, so he mumbled: "It's so beautiful!"

A touching smile overflowed on Alleria's face. "Yes," she smiled, touching his hair lightly, "If the child is a girl, it must be the same."

He suddenly froze.

"Alleria... you!"

She giggled. "Until then, we have to follow tradition."

Child! The word struck Nathanos like lightning. He could no longer speak. What did Alleria mean? Did she agree with what she wanted to say to her just now? But

I haven't taken the initiative to ask. This seems... too easy!

No! He denied his own judgment! Alleria was sincere, and so was he, so it didn't matter who said it, as long as...as long as the other party's answer!

Nathanos reached out and hugged her tightly. This moment was so warm. He tried his best to hold her firmly in his arms, enjoying, immersing and cherishing her.

This silent answer made Alleria feel moved and relaxed at the same time. She thought she was too impatient and straightforward and would scare Nathanos into fainting, but now, all her worries seemed pointless.

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After a sumptuous dinner

He stroked her silky blond hair and breathed in her fragrance. In this short night, humans and elves put aside everything and let themselves get lost in each other. Their world was small and warm, and there were only the two of them there.

.Nathanos loved Alleria by his side, he loved holding her in his arms at night, he loved her breath and taste, her purity and her smile.

What about when everything is lost?

At night, when he was half asleep, he was suddenly awakened by the words that flashed in his mind. And his reaction was to hug Alleria even harder. The female elf frowned, feeling his movements.

With his eyes closed, there was a smile on his lips that he couldn't detect.

"What's wrong?"

These three short words gave him comfort like moonlight.

"Don't leave me, Alleria. No matter what happens, no matter what, don't leave me."

"I will never, Nathanos. I will never!" the female elf murmured, comforting him. She was sure that she would not, which reassured him.

I won't lose him! Alleria thought to herself, these words were deeply ingrained in her mind.

He won't lose me either!

Years later

In the snowy continent of Northrend, the Icecrown River is still so cold and desolate. After the Lich King was defeated, he never set foot here again. The metal surface of the bow and arrow in his hand reflected his face. This is disgusting.

His face was so bloody that it was hard to see anymore. What disgusted him even more was, why? Why did he suddenly remember things from many years ago? That past that he should have forgotten came flooding back?

"Ridiculous promise!"

The hoarse voice was drowned in the cold air, taking away his deep laughter.

Suddenly, someone reminded in his ear: "The Withered Ones, they are coming!"

He stood up and stared at the crowds passing by below the valley. They were all well-equipped, including the wolf warriors under their crotches, who were all wearing heavy armor. The red flags with totems were particularly dazzling. He didn't want to attack these people, but

It's a pity that these people have what he needs...
Chapter completed!