You were feeling a bit confused and disoriented as you slowly came to your senses. When you opened your eyes, you realised that you were in a strange place. It was dark and cold, and you noticed that you were tied up in a chair. Suddenly, the door bursted open and a looming figure stepped inside. It was the emperor Nguyen, looking at you very coldly.

“So you’re the one that is bonded to me, uh? I imagined you… different.” His voice was stern as he lifted your chin up.