"And I heard that this Earth Snake is connected with some 'pirates' on the sea, they're ruthless and brutal and run a big operation; they're not someone you want to mess with."
"Are there still pirates near Moon City?" Fang Yi found it somewhat surprising.
"Not exactly pirates, more like robbers. Smuggling is rampant now, and although customs has cracked down several times, it's like trying to extinguish a prairie fire; new troubles keep popping up, and there's no end to it," Elder Liu explained with a tone and expression of helplessness.
Zhao Guosheng pondered for a moment and then said, "I'm afraid there are insiders in customs as well."
Elder Liu gave a bitter smile and nodded reluctantly.
