The astonishing discovery shocked Jadeface. For a time, he could hardly believe his own senses.

He tested the looseness in the restriction; it was indeed there. Not enough for him to escape from it, but it was a chance at life.

Late at night, when everyone else was asleep, Jadeface threw all of his efforts at the restriction. He used every last ounce of his strength.

“That Jiang Chen told me he was going to bring me to see Forefather Evilshadow.” He encouraged himself. “If he hasn’t come to get me yet, he hasn’t moved against the forefather yet. He’s twice as clever as he looks… that means he’s not done preparing....