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In the first place, the subordinate had been chosen to serve King Dai because he was a close aide. He said through gritted teeth, "Pardon me, my king, but the regent is too formidable. No one dares to risk offending him by lending us a helping hand. We have to think of a way out, or else we'll be doomed."
King Dai was enraged. He replied, "What regent? That Zu something is merely an upstart with slightly higher cultivation..." However, his voice slowly softened, and he even carefully glanced outside for fear that someone would overhear him and report to Zu An. However, his burst of anger tugged on his injuries, causing him to groan in pain, "Aiyo... Aiyo... Do it softer..."
Alarmed, the subordinate hurriedly massaged him softly.
"Why the hell are you massaging me? My kneecap is completely shattered! The more you massage it, the more pain I'm in. Apply some medicine instead, and make sure to squeeze out more juice!" King Dai berated the servant while issuing orders. The medicine stung when it was first applied, but the subsequent cooling sensation would soothe the pain.
"Yes, yes, yes!" the subordinate replied as he hurriedly picked up the pestle and pounded the herbs inside the mortar. As the herbs had to be properly crushed...
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