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"Greetings, High Priest."
The city walls of the Ancient City of Loulan were majestic, even wider and taller than those of Beiliang. It was evident that when this city-state was constructed, the possibility of powerful enemies invading was taken into account; hence there were all the necessary structures like arrow towers and labyrinthine outer cities, resembling a colossal fortress.
At the city gate, the soldiers were extremely cautious, only after thoroughly verifying the Jade Token the young girl handed them did they lift the city gate's seal, bowing reverently.
It was clear that the position of High Priest was far more noble than Zhou Li had imagined. The "Sima Army" he had encountered on the road had tucked away their haughty demeanor upon seeing Minglan by Zhou Li's side, becoming profoundly respectful and even somewhat flattering.
"High Priest, this person is..."
A soldier at the gate looked at Zhou Li, paying great attention to his fair skin and Han features.
