‘Was she waiting for Emperor Qadeer to find Wuia Palace and seize the Path Designation Bead, or did she have other plans?’

While James hesitated, Thea hurried into the main hall with Emperor Zdravko and Lord Goyo.

To James’ astonishment, his beloved wife entered and immediately glared at him.

Then, she slightly turned her body. “Hurry up and come in! What are you waiting for?”

The next moment, Harper, Yianni, and Morgott entered the main hall, each dragging two bloody figures like chastened