Out in the void, a shuttle-shaped airship was flying rapidly toward the Fort Continent to rendezvous with the council airship.

Several black-armored experts boarded the flagship and arrived before Predica.

Noxus was visibly moved. “It’s you guys!”

The leader bowed slightly. “His Majesty’s determination is unwavering.”

Noxus said, “Where’s Soma?”

“You should know by now that we have no name, only our designations. However, I can make a small exception out of respect for you.”

He turned around and said, “Call twenty-seven.”

Moments later, a black-armored expert walked out. “Your Highness Noxus!”

Even as a great dark monarch, Noxus could feel his hands trembling. “Good, since you’re here, do your duty… and don’t humiliate your father’s name.”

Twenty-seven bowed silently and went back to the rear.

The leader said, “Master Predica, where’s our target?”

Predica laughed wryly. “This matter is rather difficult. I can’t see Qianye’s fate trajectory clearly, so you’ll have to search over a wide area.”

The black-armored expert wasn’t moved at all, almost as though he had expected this. “The Demon King has instructed us to bring this to you.” With that, he passed a square box made of black jade...