He’s back

After putting the life essence away, Delilah's gaze drifted past Dirtclaw and settled on the figures standing behind him.

Taran, Brontes, Steropes, Erythros, Thalion, Torvald, and five scorpion soldiers—all were Alpha-level beings. Such a lineup already matched the overall peak strength the Stoneheart Horde had in the past. 

They were Pandaren, Thunderstorm Bearmen, Giants, and Scorpions, all races that had fought alongside Orion on his campaign. Delilah carefully observed them one by one and recognized each of them.

"Congratulations on your triumphant return!"

With that, Delilah withdrew her assessing stare, smiled at them, and waited for Orion, still on the other end of the teleportation array.

Over an hour later, once the main personnel had been transported into Stoneheart City, Orion finally emerged from the teleportation array.

Seeing his subordinates waiting, Orion waved a hand.