Chapter 164: Talon's Last Hope

Talon remained there silently, patiently waiting.

Eventually, there was the sound of a deep sigh. An unhurried feminine voice came from behind the doors.

"What makes you think I am so free as to help you?"

Talon furrowed his brows.

"I... I see. Sorry for disturbing you."

An uncomfortable silence descended upon the hallway. Talon got up and hurried off, on his way to the next door.

Although it was only a few minutes, Talon felt like the tapping sounds of his footsteps were echoing on for hours.

Talon stopped in front of a large metal door engraved with the symbol of a black rose. He got on his knees and bowed down.

"Lord, there are intruders in the empire. May I request-"

"No."

Talon was cut off by a deep booming voice. From the tone, it was clear the man couldn't care less about the issue the empire was facing. In fact, Talon could tell there was even a bit of condescension.