บท 567: Into the Firmament's Shadow

They were long since ready. The peace treaty's end date was a moment the Jade Dynasty had long been prepared for. Of course, most passed their final idle days in remarkably different ways. Konrad for one let two of his Devil Bodies enjoy the perks of tyranny while the main one spent day and night in the company of his consorts.

But now, the time to draw blades had finally come. That Konrad wouldn't be part of the main army was a fact the Chthonian Devil forces were already aware of. Therefore, they showed no surprise. As for where he planned to go? That was none of their concern.

Konrad's eyes lowered on the chessboard, eying it intently for a second before shifting his gaze toward Iliana's.

"I'm afraid this game will not see an end."

Konrad stated with a gentle smile. Iliana, however, shook her head.

"Just a minor delay. Let the chessboard remain in this exact position, no matter how long it takes, we shall finish it."