Zhang Can rushed back to the Snow Wolf Empire overnight, arriving at the royal palace to request an audience with the Emperor.
The guards were familiar with Zhang Can, and upon seeing him covered in blood, in a pitiful state, they exclaimed in surprise:
"General Zhang, what happened to you? Why are you the only one returning? What about the Prince and the others?"
"Don't ask. I need to see the Emperor immediately, hurry and report this."
The guard hesitated for a moment, then said:
"General, it's already midnight now; the Emperor is probably asleep."
"Wake him up if he's asleep, hurry, the matter is urgent."
General Zhang held a high status in the empire and usually enjoyed the Emperor's trust.
The guard felt uneasy about the situation and quickly said,
"Alright, then follow me. First, rest in the main hall outside the Emperor's sleeping quarters while I go inform him."
