In the distance, a black-cloaked figure appeared in Gu Shengyin's sight.
He was covered in a thick black cloak, his face showing the weary traces of travel.
His face seemed thinner, his skin darker, and his gaze even colder.
The aura around him was more intimidating.
This was the murderous aura accumulated from mountains of corpses and seas of blood.
Gu Shengyin saw that the guard standing next to Shih Lei had cold sweat on his forehead, even in this cold weather.
Of course, it couldn't be from the heat.
In fact, even Gu Shengyin's first impulse upon seeing him was to draw her sword.
Their eyes met.
They quietly looked at each other, without any unnecessary actions.
In their gaze there was meaning, which they both understood.
Gu Shengyin took the lead and spoke, "General Shih, I have come by the Emperor's order to welcome you back to court."
Shih Lei bowed towards the main hall and then slightly to Gu Shengyin, "Thank you, Your Royal Highness the Princess."
