The man halted in his tracks.
As he looked at Chu Ning, his face no longer showed reverence; instead, it revealed a fierce and ferocious expression.
"My lord, although my rank is not as high as yours, I have also been fighting on the battlefield for many years. The number of Routu soldiers who have died by my hand exceeds the fingers on both hands."
"I was merely unaware that my lord was residing in this courtyard earlier. Why must you persist in your grievance?"
"How audacious, as a subordinate, to show such disrespect to your superior. Just for this alone, I, as Colonel, have the right to execute you without anyone being able to find fault. I'll give you one last chance."
Chu Ning bellowed, his voice booming so loudly that it had already spread beyond the courtyard.
"If you think you have the ability, then feel free to give it a try," the man challenged.
