Chapter 124: The orcs chief
After locking the front door, he began to make his way, passing the neighbouring houses. As he passed by his neighbour\'s residence, he heard his name called out and turned to see Megan waving at him.
A familiar face, Jaegar remembered Megan as the woman with whom he had shared an intimate encounter, an experience he was unlikely to forget.
He walked over to her, and Megan greeted him warmly, their hug bearing the semblance of friends catching up.
"When did you come back?" she asked.
"Just yesterday," Jaegar replied to Megan\'s question about his return from college, his smile mirroring the vibe of their reunion.
It was then that another woman emerged from the house, dressed in a sleek black business attire.
Jaegar recognized her as the woman he had seen in the streets on the day he encountered the mysterious girl.
Megan introduced her sister to Jaegar, her tone holding a hint of formality. "Jaegar, this is my sister, Francesca Ravenswood," Megan stated, turning towards her sibling. With a nod of acknowledgement, she continued, "Francesca, this is Jaegar. You know, the one I used to talk about."
Francesca\'s arrival had been marked by her intense scrutiny of Jaegar as she approached him. Her gaze had travelled up and down his form before she extended her hand for a handshake.
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Jaegar reciprocated the gesture, and then Francesca turned and entered the house, leaving him with a lingering sense of her enigmatic presence.
Megan, on the other hand, reassured Jaegar with a friendly smile, brushing off Francesca\'s aloofness. She bid him farewell, promising to meet again in the future, before following her sister inside.
Jaegar couldn\'t help but ponder his unexpected encounter with Francesca.
He recalled Charlize\'s advice to steer clear of her, but now she lived right next door. He decided that worrying about it wouldn\'t change the situation, so he continued his leisurely walk toward the city of Ordstead.
As he strolled through the streets, he eventually found himself craving a good cup of coffee. The academy hadn\'t offered the kind of coffee he desired, and he knew that a refreshing brew would help calm his mind. He made his way to the coffee shop where he had met Charlize on a previous occasion, looking forward to savouring a cup of that familiar comfort.
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In the mystical realm, far from the lands of humans, a dense forest stood as the backdrop for an ongoing conflict. Here, forces of orcs clashed fiercely, locked in a relentless battle for supremacy.
The orcs fought with unwavering determination, their roars echoing through the trees as they wielded their weapons with deadly precision. The air was thick with tension and the scent of blood as both sides fought for control over the other.
Grak\'gpr was mighty among the ones who dealt heavy damage on the field. With his solid, worn-out hammer, he punched his enemies away, killing them with blows that sent them hurling away.
At the centre of the chaos were Grak\'gor and his father, Grag\'tor, vying for the coveted position of warchief. The tension in the air was palpable, and the roars of battle echoed through the forest.
Amidst the furious struggle, a sudden surge of magic swept across the battlefield like a ripple, causing every combatant to halt in their tracks.
All eyes turned to a figure who had appeared amidst the chaos. This orc was unlike the others; his attire resembled that of a human, with robes that draped over his green-skinned frame.
The mysterious orc\'s voice boomed, cutting through the silence, "What madness is this? Fighting among yourselves like petty squabbles? Save your strength for the true challenge; let the ones who want the position spar for the war-chief\'s mantle." Grag\'tor\'s and another formidable orc stepped forward, their determination evident.
With a solemn nod, they prepared for their bout, the fate of the warchief\'s position hanging in the balance. The rest of the orc horde watched with bated breath as the two leaders clashed in a duel that would determine the future of their tribe.
In the heart of the mystical forest, the orc chieftains, Grag\'tor and another orc Drag\'tor faced each other with fierce determination. The air was thick with anticipation as the two powerful warriors circled one another, their eyes locked in a fiery exchange.
Drog\'tar, a massive orc with battle-hardened muscles, launched the first attack, swinging his massive war axe with a deafening roar. Grag\'tor, older but more agile, swiftly dodged the blow, narrowly avoiding the deadly edge of Drog\'tar\'s weapon. He retaliated with a rapid series of strikes, his dual scimitars slicing through the air with precision.
Drog\'tar\'s sheer strength allowed him to withstand Grag\'tor\'s initial onslaught, and he countered with a brutal kick that sent Grag\'tor staggering backwards. But the older orc quickly regained his composure, his determination unwavering.
As the battle raged on, Grag\'tor displayed his agility and finesse, using his speed to evade Drog\'tar\'s powerful strikes and find openings in his opponent\'s defence. With a swift, calculated move, he disarmed Drog\'tar, sending the war axe crashing to the ground.
With the crowd of orcs watching in astonishment, Grag\'tor seized the opportunity. He closed in on Drog\'tar, delivering a final, decisive blow that sent the mighty chieftain to the ground. The ground trembled beneath them as Grag\'tor stood victorious, his scimitars raised in triumph.
The orcs erupted into cheers, and the mysterious orc who had intervened earlier stepped forward, acknowledging Grag\'tor as the new war chief. Grag\'tor\'s ascent to leadership had been hard-fought and well-deserved, a position he had long desired. As the orcs celebrated their new leader, Grag\'tor felt a surge of pride and responsibility.
He knew that his true test as war chief was just beginning, as he would now have to unite the orc clans and lead them to victory against their enemies. With determination in his eyes, Grag\'tor vowed to honour his newfound position and prove himself worthy of the title of Warchief.
After the intense duel had concluded, Grag\'tor found himself in a small, dimly lit hut within the heart of the orc encampment. Seated across from him was Norrimar, the mage orc known for his wisdom and connection to the mystical arts. The air was thick with tension as they discussed the pressing matters at hand.
Norimar was regarded as the most important person among the orc tribes. The only one who was capable of wielding magic, he helped and guided them on many occasions.
Norrimar began, his voice carrying the weight of urgency, "The humans are gaining the upper hand against us. They\'ve been encroaching on our territory, threatening our homes. I\'ve negotiated with Vukurk, and they are willing to offer their aid if we decide to confront the humans."
Grag\'tor\'s expression darkened, his brows furrowing deeply in disdain. He growled, "Are we to stoop so low as to seek help from those lowly bastards?"
Norrimar responded calmly, "Sometimes, it becomes necessary to make such choices. If Vukurk indeed joins us, we can use them as our front line, our shield."
Grag\'tor reluctantly nodded, acknowledging the pragmatic reasoning in Norrimar\'s words. After their discussion, Norrimar rose from his seat and exited the hut. He moved to a secluded spot and, with a wave of his hand, summoned a portal crackling with malevolent energy. It was undoubtedly the dark magic he used, which distorted the air and made it heavy and thick in an unpleasant way.
Norrimar looked on all sides before stepping into the portal, as if he didn\'t want anyone to notice him.
Stepping through, he found himself in a vast cave that resembled an ancient palace. The walls were adorned with intricate symbols and statues, exuding an aura of ageless power.
Making his way through the cave\'s grand hall, Norrimar eventually entered a room where a woman with a reddish complexion reclined in a chair. She held a cup of wine, leisurely sipping from it.
Her posture exuded confidence and dominance as she regarded Norrimar.
With a languid stretch, she inquired, "Is it done?"
Norrimar nodded in response. The woman leaned backwards in her chair, her gaze locking onto Norrimar\'s. Her attire revealed a provocative glimpse of her cleavage, but Norrimar paid it no heed.
She sighed, her tone filled with frustration, "Why must we waste our time with those mud heads? They can\'t accomplish anything until you intervene."
Norrimar replied with a hint of resignation, "It can\'t be helped. We have our goals to achieve, and they serve our purpose well."
Their conversation hung in the air, the weight of their decisions and alliances lingering as they delved into matters beyond the comprehension of the orc warriors.