Anger surged within him.
He roared, "You are an incredibly stubborn man! This is a matter of national crisis. Why can't you be flexible?"
"My answer is the same. Show me the token. Without it, not another word you say matters."
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When the Northern Garrison Army arrived at Hai City, Lai An respectfully presented the official pass.
Chi Jun examined it carefully, then suddenly asked, "The Emperor never issued an edict for this. How did you get this pass?"
Lai An leaned in and whispered, "Naturally, I just ran those city guard officers in circles until they gave in."
Ji Li, who had excellent hearing, naturally overheard. He immediately sneered, "So everything the general taught you has gone to waste. You're quite the expert when it comes to deception, though."
"What, you jealous?" Lai An rolled his eyes at him and ignored him.
Chi Jun said, "That's enough. As long as we have the pass. We enter the city at once."
