Such a far-fetched excuse obviously wouldn't pass muster. The garrison sergeant pointed at the house and said sternly, "May we come in and have a look?"
"Please do."
Li Ang stepped aside, allowing the garrison soldiers to file in and rummage through the mansion.
Fortunately, Li Ang was always cautious. Valuable items like the Ten Thousand Spirit Book and the Bitter Realm Lotus were either carried on his person or stored in the caves east of Chang'an City. Some important documents were also written in Esperanto.
"Didn't find anything suspicious?"
The sergeant nodded upon hearing the report from his subordinates and turned to Li Ang. "We'll let it go this time," he said. "But next time, please don't try to force the city gates. At the very least, give us a heads-up beforehand to avoid making things difficult for everyone."
"Mhm."
Li Ang nodded with a bitter smile, still puzzled as he recalled the reason for his hurried return home.
"Then we'll take our leave."
