Chapter 61
"Everyone passing through Frog Ridge must pay a 20% toll." Cheng Dalei declared while banging the wooden sign beside him, "For the old and young alike."
"Chief Cheng, I advise you not to push your luck!" Lu Heng clenched his teeth.
"Hey, let's be clear , this is signed and stamped by Lord Xue. Please be careful before accusing me of being excessive." Cheng Dalei wasn't angry.
"No money." Lu Heng spat out the words. He came to understand that dealing with scoundrels like Cheng Dalei called for an equally tough attitude.
"That's not right to say, money is like water in a sponge--there's always some if you squeeze it. A man of General Lu's standing surely isn't without a single Copper Coin", Cheng Dalei blinked, "Moreover, given your present condition, are you sure you can pass through Mount Qingniu safely? We from Frog Fort do offer escorting services if you pay."
