WAR PREPARATIONS.

He had become obsessed with Cao Chen ever since he had first laid eyes on her at a social gathering and the battle arena. Her beauty had captivated him, and he had been determined to make her his own ever since. That was why he had come up with the plan to send a pawn to become her disciple, hoping to get closer to her through that connection.

But now that the plan had failed, Ewan was filled with anger and frustration. He knew that he had to be careful in his pursuit of Cao Chen, as any misstep could ruin his chances of being with her forever. He also knew that the upcoming war would only complicate things further, as he would have to focus on his duties as a prince.

As he sat in the dimly lit room, staring at the portrait of Cao Chen, Ewan couldn't help but feel a sense of longing and desire. He knew that he would stop at nothing to make her his own, even if it meant killing other people's lives.