The clattering of iron hooves resounded. A group of cavalry charged forward like a crawling black dragon, growing in size as they stopped short of the empress.
"Your Majesty, we have arrived late. Please forgive us."
Xi Wanya jumped down from the saber-toothed tiger to greet the empress. He vomited a mouthful of fresh blood just after he finished speaking.
He had simply treated his wounds while he was traveling. However, even though he had prevented a mortal blow to a vital point, his internal organs were badly damaged. At this time, his ability to still greet the empress showed that his strength was astonishing.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!" Over 2,000 soldiers got down from their mounts and saluted at practically the same time, shaking the entire place.
"Why are you in such a tragic state?" The empress looked at Xi Wanya's miserable appearance and frowned.
