Wuxin endured the oppressive force, his complexion slightly pale, a sweet metallic taste rising in his throat, gritting his teeth, clasping hands in salute, he said:
"Wuxin of the Ministry of Punishment greets the Pillar of the State."
"We are currently apprehending two of the empire's top criminals, and we ask the Pillar of the State not to obstruct us."
Three feet above the ground stood a man, appearing mighty, though no longer young, his aura surpassing that of young men. His eyes flared wide, and upon hearing, suddenly burst into laughter:
"Well done, Wuxin of the Ministry of Punishment! Well done, Ministry of Punishment in handling cases! If I obstruct you, would you accuse me of harboring criminals and colluding with enemy states?!"
Wuxin replied in a somber tone, "This subordinate does not dare."
"Well then, you do not dare!"
