The next day, Andrew led Holtrien's expedition force out of Throne City. Their next stop was the dark stronghold itself.

Early that morning, Iridessa had already arrived at the city gates with 30 elite warriors from Eastonia, waiting in formation.

The moment she saw Andrew, she ran straight toward him. "Andrew, no matter what, I'm going."

Andrew replied calmly, "As long as you're not afraid to die, then fall in. By the way, one last question: is Ezekiel running with the Dark Clans now?"

Irid