In the void, Luohou stood with his hands behind his back. His tall figure blended into the pitch-black night, making him nearly impossible to detect. As he watched the Xirong Army storm into Chaoge City, his eyes narrowed slightly, filled with anticipation.
Ever since the Desire Demon had entered the palace, he had been keeping a close watch on the developments in Chaoge. She had certainly lived up to his expectations; the mission was proceeding smoothly. Soon, once the Xirong Army stormed the palace and killed King You of Shang, the Great Shang's national fortune would plummet to its nadir. That would be the moment for him to step in and seize the Imperial Jade Seal.
Inside the great hall, King You of Shang frantically manipulated the Imperial Jade Seal, but it remained unresponsive. Covered in sweat, his face grew paler by the second. Finally, he broke down, roaring in a desperate, hoarse voice, "Impossible! How can this be? Why is the Imperial Jade Seal useless?"
Chapter 306