Chapter 368
"How could Cui Nonghai act so lawlessly? Even if the law does not intervene, the Capital City is vast and lawless people abound. No one puts a halt to it?" Cheng Dalei voiced his internal confusion.
"Even the emperor steers clear of drunken brawls. Who am I, in such a lofty position, unable to descend from my pedestal, to squabble with a madman?" Li Xingzai straightened his attire.
After a moment, Cheng Dalei said, "You argue that your high status precludes disputes with him, condoning his abuse of the lowly. Does not this high status only conceal your fear?"
Li Xingzai froze. It was the first time Cheng Dalei addressed him in such a tone, confessing that fearing Cui Nonghai was logical. The Capital City's contempt for Cheng Dalei, branding him a mere bandit, perhaps it was their means of masking their own fear.
Li Xingzai's audacity impressed even Cheng Dalei.
