The night was cool as water.
Hei Xiong and his companions talked with Ye Chenfeng, who was impersonating Fern, until just before the grand assembly of the Devouring Empire was about to begin. They were brimming with excitement, feeling as if they had known the counterfeit Fern a.k.a Ye Chenfeng for a long time and regretted not meeting him sooner. It was only when someone notified them that the assembly was about to start that Hei Xiong and his group reluctantly ceased their chattering.
The grand assembly of the Devouring Empire was held in the great hall of this ancient castle. At this time, the hall was filled with long tables covered with all sorts of delicacies and drinks. Once everyone had arrived, the two thick doors of the great hall were closed by members of the Devouring Empire.
