When he said this, his hands were still shaking. It was clear that he was truly afraid that if he touched this thing one more time, he would be invited by the military tribunal for a chat.
The outer layer of the bag was made of specially manufactured kraft paper by the Navy Department, with a blue Navy Department watermark pressed on the surface, and the seal wrapped with three hemp ropes, the knot covered with a deep and new red wax seal.
Just from this design alone, even a layman could see that this thing was absolutely extraordinary, enough to make several generals lose their positions.
Eld looked at Arthur with eager eyes, as if he were going to the guillotine: "Arthur... do as you see fit. Really, you know me."
Arthur gave him a glance.
He then reached out directly and opened the red wax seal.
No hesitation.
No prayer.
No deep breath.
He didn't even lock the door.
The movement was so casual, like opening a receipt from Regent Street.
