Chapter 156: Misunderstandings and Revelations
XENOIS
The guard's face went white as he suddenly realized exactly who he was dealing with. These weren't ordinary visitors to be turned away with bureaucratic excuses - this was Thorne, whose reputation for violence preceded him wherever he went.
Fortunately, I managed to grab Thorne's arm before he could get out of the car and demonstrate exactly why his reputation was so well-deserved. "Easy," I said quietly. "Let's not start a diplomatic incident."
The guards immediately waved us through, their earlier officialness replaced by obvious relief at not having to deal with an angry Thorne. As we drove past their checkpoint, I caught sight of one of them reaching for what was probably a phone to warn their superiors about our arrival.
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