But with the atmosphere heated to this point, he had no choice but to press on, fabricating as he went.
"My ill mother is gravely sick at home, I have no other choice. Moreover, this is my first time collecting herbs, so I'm not entirely familiar with the environment here."
Gu Sheng explained.
"First time..."
The big man was silent for a moment, then he waved his hand, indicating to the subordinates beside him, "Take him down and check thoroughly whether there's anything hidden on him."
"Yes!"
Subsequently, Gu Sheng was taken by two burly men to a simple wooden hut.
They started searching his body and clothes.
Gu Sheng inwardly rejoiced that he hadn't carried anything that could expose his identity.
His clothes were tattered and, other than some mud and grass clippings, there was nothing else on him.
After the search was completed, the two burly men reported to the big man, "Really unlucky! Boss, this kid has nothing on him."
"Alright!"
