A massive, thundering explosion echoed through the air, shaking the entire eastern wing to its very foundation. The heavy stone walls groaned, dust rained down from the high wooden ceiling beams, and the oil lamps flickered wildly, threatening to go out.
Lin Wan gasped in shock, her hands instantly flying to cover her belly protectively.
Wei Xiang stood up instantly, his body shifting into a defensive stance as blue spiritual energy flickered around his frame.
Cassian's relaxed expression vanished in a split second, replaced by a cold, terrifying murderous aura.
"What was that?" Cassian barked toward the doorway.
The heavy double doors burst open, and a breathless guard rushed into the room, kneeling frantically on the stone floor.
"Your Majesty!"
Cassian turned his sharp gaze onto the soldier.
"Report immediately!"
"The northern defensive barrier has just been struck by an unknown force!" the guard reported, his voice trembling with tension.
