The following morning found her curled up under Grogek's arm. She was comfy and they weren't going anywhere, so she snuggled down further.
"I am sorry I do not have a blanket." He whispered.
"It's fine. Maybe I'll bitch at them later."
"Do you trust these people? They left you out to die."
"Sorry, sugar. You're my bargaining chip."
"Am I now?"
She sat up, but he tugged her back down. "Well, yes. I mean... You're Grommash's top guy. You know all the stuff. I am the little night elf who can control the big strong orc. It's the perfect scam."
"Hmm." He nodded. "Very well. I agree your plan has merit."
"We keep them thinking we're useful enough, and they'll be eating out of my hand."
He laughed and said something in orcish.
"You're doing it again."
"I said; you are my cunning she-wolf."
"General Renwa requires your presence."
Elunara popped her head up and looked over. Captain Jordan looked decidedly more uncomfortable today. She climbed over Grogek and stretched. Grogek and Jordan eyed each other warily.
She looked over her shoulder and smiled. "I'll see what I can do about that blanket."
The door was open and she patted Captain Jordan on the chest. "Let's forgo those nasty cuffs. You can chain me up later." She winked. "But there's no need for formality when you've clearly got both of us stuck."
Captain Jordan grit his teeth. "Fine."
After they were outside, he muttered to her. "Don't you think that provoking him with mindless flirting is a bad idea?"
Elunara resisted the urge to roll her eyes. "If I am not who he thinks I am, he is more likely to be provoked."
When they entered the general's office, he was staring out of the window.
"For the record, I am bargaining for better accommodations."
"Noted."
"The orc has agreed to my "plan". We will make ourselves useful in exchange for our continued existence in your town."
"That was fast."
Elunara raised an eyebrow.
"Right. I forgot who I'm talking to." General Renwa let out a breath. "I don't know why I expected any less." He paced. "I will have to clear out a bunker just to house the both of you. Keep an eye on him."
"He shouldn't give us any trouble. I will handle him if he does."
Renwa nodded. "Keep me posted."
"I shouldn't go back so soon. He'll suspect something."
"This is true." Renwa sighed. "The situation is tiring. We can send soldiers through, but it is difficult to get them in one piece, or to send them home." He flopped down in his chair. "Some days I don't know how to improve morale."
Elunara tapped her fingers to her chin.
"Now, with the orc in town, people are nervous." He shook his head. "I trust you implicitly, but they do not."
"Let me handle the population. Meanwhile, I have another idea."
"Enlighten me."
"We let the orc train the men."
"Are you CRAZY?" Captain Jordan was outraged.
"It's a solid plan." She continued. "He was one of the top of the Iron Horde. He has trained some of their best combatants. His training regime is something of a marvel to watch. His brutality is unmatched. With that orc training our men, they will be the most prepared soldiers we have. After he's through, they'll be throwing bodies at us to train."
"That's lunacy."
"No. I agree with her." General shook his head.
She gave Jordan a mild look. "He is a warrior; a strong beast who will eventually get bored. I am not the type who will keep him entertained for too terribly long. When he gets bored, what would you have us do? Kill him?" She shrugged. "We could. I have no problem doing it myself, but why waste the talent?"
"How would you arrange it?" General Renwa furrowed his brow.
"I will make him think it is his idea. Give me a few days. He'll be all ours."
Renwa nodded. "Let it be done."
Captain Jordan escorted her out. "You're insane."
Elunara stopped and turned on him. "Do you know my call sign?"
He blinked at her.