The druid accepted his lover's offered hand, rising and embracing her once more, holding her soft, warm body against his, his arms coiling around her as though to meld their bodies together. He knew she was close to breaking, but knew she wouldn't, because he wouldn't, and she was every bit as tough as him, maybe even more. She wasn't just his friend, but she was his lover, and he knew her mind, her body, and her soul; they had joined and nothing could separate them now. He leaned back just enough to look her in the eyes, cupping her chin and kissing her fiercely, passionately. His arm found it's way around her waist, and he walked with his lover up to the deck.<br/><br/>Upon arriving Iylldrraen would take note of the sudden change in behavior of the crew, once boisterous and rowdy, now respectful and solemn. Their eyes for Aelena had changed as well. They were once hungry, now they were filled with respect and admiration, turning to the druid they became sad, as though they understood that the two were risking their love to save their town. No words were spoken as the lovers boarded the first landing boat, further respect paid by the captain joining them. Time seemed to show the lovers mercy as they were rowed to shore, landing gently, captain Tarmok being the first to depart, standing to offer his hand to Aelena, and even to Iylldrraen, which the druid accepted respectfully.<br/><br/>As they approached shore, Iylldrraen would look about at the land that he and Aelena were risking their lives for, and took note that several other longboats were coming ashore from the ship, and that there were several families waiting on the dock. He looked to the captain, who almost looked apologetic. “I would do the same,” came the druid's words, gently patting the captain on the shoulder. Many of the towns' men were standing, guarding the families with bows, rifles, and swords while they loaded the longboats. “When will you return to see if we've succeeded?” the druid asked. The captain began to chuckle wickedly. “Return? The men are staying, except the bare minimum necessary to get the families to Auberdine and return; this is our home and we'll not surrender it to some magic-imbued filth!” The captain's words were echoed with grave nods and cheers as the men were rallied.<br/><br/>The captain pulled out a map and showed the couple where they estimated the worgen basecamp to be located. “The thing is, none of us has gotten close enough and reported back, so we can't say for sure it's there.” Iylldrraen smiled grimly and, taking Aelena hand in hand, he began to walk toward the outskirts of the town. “Don't worry, they'll find us soon enough, and when we get back, we'll give you the correct location.”<div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>