General David collapsed heavily to the ground, his vacant eyes staring up at the sky. Even in death, he could not understand how he had been defeated by a green, wet-behind-the-ears girl. With the general's death, the remaining will to resist among the rebel forces evaporated like smoke; they threw down their armor and weapons and knelt to beg for mercy. Surrounded by guards, Princess Sophia walked up to Lu Chen and Huo Yao. Her beautiful face was etched with fatigue, but even more so with the joy of surviving a catastrophe and a deep sense of gratitude toward the two of them.
"Mr. Lu, Lady Huo, thanks to you both this time, Sophia has been able to reclaim the throne. I owe you my life!" Princess Sophia bowed deeply, her tone entirely sincere.
Lu Chen and Huo Yao exchanged a glance, both seeing relief and ease in each other's eyes.
Chapter 65