Youcef stared intently at Emperor Qadeer expressionless. He was a proud, even arrogant martial fanatic, but that did not mean he was truly foolish. He understood better than anyone else just how ruthless and cunning his father could be. The sudden rage followed by a change of demeanor concealed many schemes and plots. It was thought-provoking.

“Then go,” Emperor Qadeer said. “Not only will I allow you to go, but I’ll also have you take the Twelve God-Kings, the Eighteen Emperors, and a hundred