So, the Empress had thrown Darryl into prison not just to vent her anger, but she had also done it with Prince Auten's future in mind.

However, the Nine Heaven Emperor had declared that Prince Aurin was next in line to the throne. How would Empress Heidi change that?

Master Magaera took a deep breath and told her his thoughts.

"Magaera!"

Empress Heidi bit her lip, saying in a low voice, "I'm well aware of that. That's why I'm going to need your help."

"Me?" Magaera stopped short, slightly c