The prison guard bent down to pick up a stone and threw it at the horse carriage.
A calico cat meowed and came out from under the carriage, and both men breathed a sigh of relief.
The staff turned back, pulled several silver notes from his sleeve, and handed them to the guard, then mentioned the Empress Dowager in a lowered voice, which finally persuaded the guard.
The prison guard looked around, stuffed the silver notes into his belt, and whispered, "The checks have been strict these days. If you hadn't mentioned the Empress Dowager, I wouldn't dare let you in."
"I understand, I understand!" The staff nodded repeatedly and patted the prison guard on the shoulder, "We're from the same village, we should help each other. When Prince Xian comes into power one day, I won't forget your kindness!"
After exchanging a few compliments, the staff turned back to fetch a food box from the carriage.
The prison guard leaned in, "What delicious food have you brought?"
