Even though a few of them had caught a glimpse of Cerberus earlier in the day, seeing the massive, three-headed wolf casually parading through the royal grounds a second time still sent a sharp jolt of panic through their nerves.
After all, it was not every day that one got to witness an imposing, three-headed mythical beast carrying two young maidens on its back, strolling through the sacred Royal Palace as if it owned the entire realm.
A terrified palace guard quickly scrambled off to report this brazen display straight to the Emperor.
At that moment, the Emperor was still holding court in the main assembly hall, surrounded by his high ministers and the Crown Prince, when the breathless guard burst inside to deliver the news.
As for Bai Chunhua, she had already been dismissed and sent back to her residence earlier. Though she harboured countless grievances, she had no choice but to obey the royal directive and leave.
