Slagor was so delighted because Orion's stance indicated that Slagor was not being sidelined. He was still on Orion's radar, still very much in the center of power.
During this time, Slagor had been in charge of guarding Thunderpeak Mountain. Although life there was peaceful and resources were plentiful, whenever he thought about the future, Slagor always felt he was being pushed aside.
"For the sake of the Stoneheart Horde, Slagor is ready to follow you to the death!"
Slagor proclaimed his loyalty loudly, but he heard no response from Orion—only a burst of thunder. By the time he looked up, Orion was already gone.
Watching the direction from which Orion vanished, Slagor fell into deep thought. He recalled the giant who had invaded the south with him in the past, only to realize he had long since been outpaced.
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