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The sound of horses galloping approached. A group of people holding torches rode over in an imposing manner. The two groups of salt smugglers dared not make a sound.
One of the riders said, “I sent you a message a few days ago to pay homage to the Heavenly Mater at the local altar. Why didn’t you go?”
The leader of the salt smugglers stammered, “It’s not like that. I… I…”
“What?” The rider questioned, “Are you looking down on the Heavenly Court?”
“I dare not, sir.” The leader of the salt smugglers quickly apologized. “We don’t mean to show any disrespect to the Heavenly Mater. It’s just that those Eagle Claws are too strict recently. We’re afraid of being caught and causing trouble for the Heavenly Court.”
The rider snorted softly. “Hmph! That’s a high-sounding excuse. Since we’ve crossed paths today, I will ask you again. Have you considered joining the Heavenly Court? If you join the Heavenly...
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