What does a ruler, surrounded by powerful enemies, fear the most? He fears his subordinates realizing that he is not all-knowing and omnipotent, and that there are areas beyond his reach. In those places, unrealistic ambitions are born.
He may even fail to capture the princess, but he cannot lose face in front of his men, because there is only one King of the Sand Thief, yet many can vie for that title—
His confidants may not yet think this far, but when the master is humiliated, the servant dies. To them, Fang Hong's actions seemed like a mockery, and the King of the Sand Thief's orders perfectly aligned with their inner thoughts. The riders said nothing, instantly turning to give chase.
At this moment, Fang Hong released the last few Fire Giants, reclaimed his Hook Claw, and flipped onto the ground.
