The Ice Emperor was truly on a completely different level from everyone else. Even with Kayden hiding his presence, he was found. How that was possible remained a cruel mystery he couldn't decipher.
"Hello, Kayden. What brings you to my domain?" The Ice Emperor hadn't expected Kayden to appear so soon.
"I need protection to reach the ninth realm. I can trade my services or offer a vow of faith." Kayden wasn't sure what he could possibly offer to a mage of such magnitude, but he was willing to try.
"I want you to choose to visit my universe before any others, with no other conditions of affiliation." Kayden knew this was both an invitation and a trap, but unfortunately, he had no other option.
"As long as you guarantee my safety at all times during this visit, we have a deal." Kayden wasn't foolish and added an additional condition without hesitation. The Ice Emperor accepted without the slightest reluctance.
