That was how things worked in the Chaos Lands: whoever had the strongest fists had the most say!
Had it been anyone other than Han Shuo today, daring to act so arrogantly and refuse to pay, the guards under Rogg would have killed them without mercy, never giving them a chance to enter Deep Valley!
But once he recognized Han Shuo, his attitude immediately underwent a complete reversal. Someone capable of defeating Saras was absolutely not someone they could afford to provoke. Even their master Rogg would not want to antagonize Han Shuo at this point, so they immediately dropped their arrogance and respectfully stepped aside.
Han Shuo clearly knew that strength determined the rules in Demon-Hidden Valley. Not worried in the slightest that Rogg's men would dare harbor any ill intentions, he walked into Deep Valley as though no one else were there.
Haruli followed closely behind Han Shuo, looking indecisive, as though he had something to say but did not know how to begin. When Haruli's subordinates looked at Han Shuo again, their faces were filled with awe, and they treated him even more respectfully than they did Haruli. They all secretly watched Haruli, hoping their leader could point them toward a promising path.
Hurry up and say it! We already missed one opportunity last time. We can't miss this one too! Haruli's subordinates fretted inwardly, all signaling him with their eyes, urging their leader to speak up sooner.
Haruli was in a difficult position, unsure whether it was appropriate to speak now. After hesitating for a moment, he finally made up his mind and suddenly called out, "M-Mr. Brian..."
Han Shuo paused, looked at Haruli in puzzlement, and asked with a smile, "What is it?"
"Well... well, back in Deep Valley a year ago, you asked me