Hearing Xia Chu dared to suggest that their commander should "thank for his sins with his life," Secretary Hu, who had almost been kicked aside by Huo Xiyao, exploded.
Ignoring the throbbing pain from the kick, he immediately shouted, "Mrs. Huo, watch your language! I already told you, even if you are a woman and a junior, you cannot speak so recklessly. You have no right to speak to the commander this way!"
Xia Chu glared back with the same anger, "Just because he's a commander and so-called elder, he can say whatever he wants and pressure us as he pleases? Are we just supposed to endure and comply, and if we refuse his excessive demands, we commit a grave sin that's utterly unforgivable, is that it?"
"Think he is anyone special, and who do you think you are! My husband just said he hits the dog, not caring about its owner, so stay as far away as you can!"
Secretary Hu grew even more furious, "You..."
