The First Demon Army stood ready near Khode's border. The border, however, was not the one connecting them to Echos. This border faced a vast desert that would bring them into Kazhan's territory. Khode's Formation Sages were currently busy deactivating all border safety measures to allow the army to pass.
Lin Xiaolong was there to send them off. Zhong Yuan and the other councillors remained in Dabao City.
"When you told me you wanted me to become one of the councillors here, I was unwilling," Lin Xiaolong told Amon.
"Really? Why didn't you say anything then?" Amon asked.
"I was still unsure what the consequences of saying no to you would be," Lin Xiaolong replied.
"Do you think you know now?"
"Not really."
"Good. Keep it that way," Amon said.
"I don't mind being your eyes and ears here in Khode, but if you remember, I've told you about my desire."
"Are you referring to Echos' downfall?" Amon asked.
Lin Xiaolong nodded. "I said before that I want to be a part of it."
