Looking at the neatly lined-up armored guards, James and the others frowned simultaneously.

“Wait outside the palace. Anyone who dares to move will be killed without mercy,” Clayton ordered, directing his words toward Yadira and the Dooms’ high-ranking members.

Shortly after, a group of guards at the Ninth Xaeclon rank rushed over and surrounded them.

Yadira was anxious but hesitated to speak.

“My guests, please come this way,” Clayton addressed James’ group, making a gesture of invitation.