Chapter 23 - Conspiracy(1/2)
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The skeleton war horse gallops at full speed, and it does not feel tired. There are only a few followers behind the rider on the horse.
It's useless no matter how many people there are, they won't be able to help by then. Nathanos thought with some annoyance. He was entering a trap that he had to face.
Upon learning of his arrival, the Shado-Pan was willing to send a spellcaster to open the portal to the White Tiger Temple for him. But Nathanos insisted on riding there. During the rush, he still had time to think of a countermeasure.
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The issue that worries Nathanos the most is that the people who kidnapped Sylvanas will threaten him with female elves. This is his weakness.
"His Majesty!"
There will definitely be a battle, but during the battle, he can't guarantee that Sylvanas will not be harmed. What if... Lost in his own worries, Nathanos was suddenly awakened by the cry and hurriedly and frantically shouted to her.
Looking behind.
"What's the matter, Malcolm?" Seeing the person calling, he regained his composure.
"We are almost there." The undead guard pointed to the heights ahead.
Nathanos turned his gaze back. On the distant mountain peaks, the outline of the White Tiger Temple was clearly visible. The journey was shorter than Nathanos imagined.
"You guys stay at the bottom of the mountain later and don't come up if anything happens."
Sansa, another undead guard, had confusion in her eyes: "Your Majesty, if something unexpected happens, you will be alone and helpless."
"Obey the order!" Nathanos kicked the mount under his crotch and flew at top speed.
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On the last day of the trial, there was a lot of laughter and laughter in the air. Nathanos thought that there were not many people at the foot of the mountain, but he was wrong. Goblins, land elves, and merchants of other races all knew that "where there are many people, there are
Business can be done. After a few days, a market appeared inexplicably at the foot of the White Tiger Temple. Nathanos wanted to know why Zhu Talan would allow this to happen, because it completely undermined the court trial.
seriousness.
The skeleton war horse let out a long roar. Many people's eyes were fixed on the belatedly arrived Forgotten King behind it.
Nathanos turned over and dismounted, raised one hand, and concentrated. After a moment, a small cloud of smoke enveloped his mount. When the wind blew, the skeleton war horse disappeared.
"You guys find a secluded place to camp and don't mix in with the crowd here."
Malcolm and Sansa nodded and obeyed, turning around and leaving with the remaining Forsaken guards.
Many people will die here in a while.
Nathanos passed a goblin stall. He didn't pay attention at first, but the little green-skinned guy stopped him.
"Hi, sir."
This tone showed that the other party did not recognize him. Nathanos stopped and glanced diagonally downward.
There was not a dazzling array of things on the stall, but there was a lot of money and dominoes.
The goblin wore a hat on his head and a rather formal suit. "Today is the last day of the trial. It's like playing dice to announce the results. Don't you want to seize the opportunity to make a fortune?"
This metaphor is very vivid, so this is a gambling booth. Nathanos's expression changed. He has been gambling all his life. All kinds of dangerous experiences, the bet is his life. Today is no exception. He
His life, and Sylvanas's...
"What are you betting on?" Nathanos didn't know why he stopped talking to the liar. His questions came out of his mouth uncontrollably.
"Of course it's the result of Garrosh's trial. What fate will he face?" the goblin grinned. One of his teeth was inlaid with gold. He thought Nathanos was very interested in this bet, so he continued.
The introduction said: "There are various possible results here, which are very comprehensive, such as execution of death penalty. Of course, many people are betting on this, so there are no odds..."
No one who participated in this kind of gambling thought that this might be their last chance to spend money. While the goblin was still studying the small book in his hand, Nathanos silently stepped onto the stairs leading to the White Tiger Temple.
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Today, after the final debate, the gods will deliberate and then announce the result in front of everyone. Beloriel has confirmed this.
Carefully recalling the confrontation between Tyrande and Baine in the past few days, there were too many surprises that surprised people. The most memorable one was that Tyrande asked the archdruid Hamuul Runetotem to appear in court.
certificate.
When Cairne Bloodhoof died in a conspiracy and Thunder Bluff fell into civil strife, Garrosh as the chief did not stand up to support Baine. Tyrande wanted to use this to prove that what Hellscream admired in his heart was 'racism'.
The other members of the tribe didn't care.
As Baine's senior advisor and an important member of the Cenarion Council, Hamuul was selected as a witness by Tyrande. The Archdruid also agreed to appear in court, but what he didn't expect was that when asked how the tauren were
When we were going through the crisis of civil strife, the topic unexpectedly turned to Jaina, the ruler of Theramore. Beloriel was not sure about the details, but the simple summary was that Jaina helped Bain, or was she completely indifferent to other members of the Alliance?
Without knowing it.
Recalling this, Belorel's eyes couldn't help but drift to Jaina opposite. The lady looked very uncomfortable. On the other side, King Varian, who was also sitting in the same position, was also extremely irritable. Although they were still sitting
They are in the same row of seats, but now anyone can feel that the relationship between them is suffocatingly tense.
Beloriel suddenly sympathized with Jaina. The female mage looked around several times, as if looking for someone to talk to. Perhaps, the person she was looking for happened to be his aunt Sylvanas.
From the current point of view, this trial is a bit too 'exciting', so no matter what happens today, Beloriel is mentally prepared. This will be a day that will go down in history. He is honored to be able to witness it with his own eyes.
There was too much noise in the hall, and before the gods made a decision, many people started to worry, argue, and get anxious.
Suddenly, he felt his hand being pinched hard. Beloriel realized that it was his mother. She was standing next to him, her nose fluttering, and she made a rapid inhalation sound. The young elf turned his head and followed Austrian's direction.
Lelia looked over.
Nathanos walked into the hall alone. This was the second time he attended the entire trial.
Different from the first time, Belorel was surprised to find that his father had put on a ranger costume that perfectly blended defense and dexterity. It looked very martial and full of oppression. Belorel didn't like this feeling, and his intuition told him
His father's arrival is not a good thing.
Nathanos hurriedly nodded to the people of the Horde and Alliance, and even showed no special care for his wife and children. Jaina, on the other hand, after seeing Nathanos paying tribute to her, her
A slight smile finally appeared on his face.
The Forgotten King found a random seat to sit down. No, it was not just random. That seat had a good view and could observe every corner of the hall.
Father……
Belorel really wanted to go up and talk to Nathanos, but his hand was always tightly held by Alleria. His mother's eyes also fell on his father's back, and she never moved away for a moment. The hand that held tightly
Beads of sweat broke out on his hands, and Beloriel felt the helplessness of his loved ones beside him, so heavy.
He wanted to attract Nathanos's attention and help Alleria take the first step, but his father's eyes were always searching for something. Following his line of sight, Beloriel accidentally saw a person.
The bronze dragon Kairoz stood next to the table with the Aspect of Time, playing with his magic weapon.
It's strange that after the last trial, Tyrande and Baine both said that they had no witnesses to call. In other words, the bronze dragon thing is no longer needed here. Why did Kairoz still use it?
Brought here? And why is his companion Chromie missing?
Beloriel hoped that the bronze dragon in dwarf form would appear as soon as possible, and then tell her companions to let him move the Phase of Time. These two bronze dragons who played key roles in the trial were indispensable, but not all
Everyone is grateful to them, and there should be very few people who want to thank them. The passage of time has made people witness a lot of past events about Garrosh, but it has also revealed many truths that should have been completely buried. Some of them shouldn't even be
Mentioned. For example, Jaina helped Baine, and Vol'jin was assassinated by the tribe.
clang……
In order to suppress the commotion in the hall, Zhu Taran rang the gong. He announced loudly: "Today will be the last day of the trial of Garrosh Hellscream. All the witnesses have appeared in court. Now, the accuser and defender
Each has a chance to make a final argument." The pandaren glanced at Tyrande and Baine one after another.
The night elf leader wore a formal white robe today. There is no doubt that she thinks she is sure to win. Baine's forehead and arms have some extra paint. Before coming here, the tauren shamans must have blessed him.
ceremony.
"Prosecutor, you will explain the reasons why the defendant should be executed. The defender must also give the reasons why the defendant should be sentenced to life imprisonment. Then, the defendant will make his own statement. Whether it is repentance or stubbornness." With that, I wish you the best.
Taran glanced at Garrosh, "And the gods will give the final verdict after this process is over."
No one will have any objection to this. Garrosh's fate is about to be decided in front of everyone. After so many days of trial, people are also curious about the orc's thoughts. Does he have even a trace of regret? Or does he have a little bit of regret?
It is also very satisfying to show one's dissatisfaction with the trial, instead of remaining calm and silent all the time.
"Ms. Yufeng, we are ready to listen to your statement."
Beloriel stared at Tyrande without blinking as she stood up. Her grace and calmness only further showed that she had been waiting for this moment. As she walked towards the center of the court, her attention was focused on Garru
On whatever body.
"As early as the first trial, I said that the purpose of this trial is to tell the world that Garrosh is indeed guilty, and he is not innocent." Tyrande's voice spread throughout the hall, making people laugh.
Beloriel mistakenly thought she was shouting this sentence.
"As the prosecutor, my job is to present evidence to prove Garrosh Hellscream's guilt. At the same time, I tell everyone that he does not deserve to live, let alone have the opportunity to reform. I must admit that a few days ago
No one here sympathized with him, but over the next few days, his defender gained a lot of sympathy for him."
Having said this, people's eyes turned to Bain involuntarily.
"However, sympathy does not mean that Garrosh can be forgiven. The war he started, and the people who died because of him. All the crimes he was accused of cannot be cleared away with an apology or confession." She faced him.
The gods, that is the person she wants to convince the most. "I have no doubt that the gods all remember the Vale of Eternal Blossoms. That beautiful land has been prosperous for tens of thousands of years, but Garrosh destroyed it overnight.
Destroyed for his own selfish desires. Therefore, supreme gods, I beg you to sentence Garrosh Hellscream to death. This is the most just trial."
To be continued...