The Star Luo Imperial Palace stood at the center of Star Luo City.
Resplendent in gold and jade, extravagant to the utmost, the palace blazed with lights day and night, while successive squads of imperial guards patrolled its grounds.
This was one of the most vital areas in the entire Star Luo Empire-the empire's heart.
Inside the palace, Wang Longhu, commander of the imperial guards, led five thousand guards in patrolling the grounds.
At that moment, Zhao Zhong, the captain beside Wang Longhu, asked him quietly, "Commander, are we still carrying out tonight's patrol?"
At Wang Zhong's words, a sharp gleam flashed through Wang Longhu's eyes. He shook his head and said, "No need. Let's take it easy tonight. It's been a long time since we had a proper drink with our brothers!"
With that, the two exchanged smiles. Everything went without saying.
"Your Highness? Your humble subordinate, Wang Longhu, pays his respects to the Crown Prince." Leading the guards to the palace gates, Wang Longhu bowed and dropped to his knees.
"Rise!"
A hearty laugh rang out, followed by a man's voice. "General Wang Longhu, thank you for your hard work!"
Hearing that voice, Wang Longhu's heart jolted. He hurriedly looked up at the man before him, excitement spreading across his face. "Greetings, Your Highness! May you live a thousand years, a thousand years, a thousand thousand years!"
The man before him was Dai Tianfeng, Crown Prince of the Star Luo Empire, a direct descendant of the Star Luo Imperial Family and the future ruler of the entire empire.
Dai Tianfeng wore a purple brocade robe, with a Jade Pendant hanging at his waist. Exuding nobility, he approached Wang Longhu with the stately stride of a dragon and tiger, secretly giving him a meaningful glance. "Sorry for the extra