Duel of Ambrosia

[The Yinlong Royal Throne Room]

" Great Emperor Jiao-Long!"

In unison, the ten figures all bowed in servitude to the regally-uniformed man who sat on the grand throne, overlooking the keep.

The Emperor waved his hand, "Stand, my Winged Generals."

With that simple command, each of the generals rose to their feet, again in unison. In the presence of the Great Emperor, there was no room for quarrel or resistance, as there was an immeasurable amount of respect and reverence held towards the man who ruled the imperialistic kingdom.

"...Is Mengyao not present?" Emperor Jiao-Long asked, counting the generals.

One of the scouts stepped forward, kneeling down before giving an answer, "Great Emperor! Lord Mengyao was seen in combat with one of the otherworlders."

"Hm. I see," Emperor Jiao-Long said quietly, "We will continue without him."