72 Chapter 72: The Promise

Meanwhile,

Back in the Crystal Kingdom,

Papers scattered across the messy floor, ink splattered on the table as the people sat rigidly inside the room. Even though the people inside were all high ranking officials, before the demoness in front of them, they had to be docile.

The rainy atmosphere did nothing but help in enhancing the gloomy atmosphere inside those close doors. The quiet splashes of raindrops broke the silence of the night as the officials waited for their verdict. The officials watched as the demoness tapped on her table slowly, ignoring the ink tainting her nails.

Soon they heard the cold voice demand, "How did they escape?"

The calm cold voice sent shivers down their spines. One of them reported shakily, "Princess, we had confirmed all the main people inside before making a move. So, how can someone escape?"

Hazel turned towards the speaker and asked impassively, "So are you saying that I imagined the ambush?"