"Your subject pays respects to His Majesty."
Huang Yu hurried to the Imperial Study in a whirlwind, puzzled as to why Tai An had summoned her so urgently. Had some major incident occurred?
It had to be said that Huang Yu's sense of responsibility was beyond reproach, almost on par with Lu Bei's obsessive-compulsive tendencies. Even though she disliked the city-defense post intensely, and even though she had received the Demon Empress's promise, she remained devoted to her duties until her identity changed.
That was why she had been patrolling Monster Emperor Palace late at night. The moment she received Tai An's summons, she rushed over to save him.
"My dear subject, regarding the matter of the Demon Empress I promised you, I have thought it over and feel that it is somewhat inappropriate." Lu Bei put on a solemn expression.
Huang Yu was displeased. Frowning, she said, "His Majesty just said that a ruler's word is his bond. How can you revoke your decree and change your mind whenever you please?"
It was more than displeasure—she was absolutely furious. She had already prepared herself for the damage to her reputation, only for Tai An to suddenly decide to change Demon Empresses.
Changing one's orders from morning to evening was not done like this. The sky was not even light yet!
Huang Yu was filled with resentment. She could even imagine that Tai An's sudden change of heart was probably because he had taken a fancy to Shen Luo.
Hmph, what is so good about that wretched woman? She is still a one-eyed dragon!
"Impudent! A mere city official dares bare her teeth before me? Believe it or not, I'll execute your entire clan!"
"..."
Huang Yu instantly wilted. Executing her entire clan was impossible, of course, but thinking of