Le Shan heard the commotion and turned around. She immediately recognized the woman at the head of the group as her Senior Disciple Sister, Zhao Jian. Pointing at the newcomers, she said with a smile, "My Senior Disciple Sister is here! Let's go into town together. When my sister has time, I'll introduce you."
Cao Danzhu followed Le Shan's gaze and looked at Zhao Jian. She had an excellent memory and thought she had seen this young woman at a royal banquet. She didn't know who Zhao Jian was, but seemed to remember that she was a member of the imperial family—quite possibly a County Princess or someone of similar rank.
She hadn't expected her future husband's Senior Disciple Sister to be royalty. The whole thing seemed almost unbelievable, and it made her curious about Wang Yue, too. She smiled and agreed.
After bidding Cao Danzhu farewell, Le Shan hurried over to Wang Yue. From a long way off, she called out, "Senior Disciple Sister, I've missed you so much!"
Zhao Jian stopped her horse in front of them. First, she saluted Wang Yue, then smiled at Le Shan. "Le Shan, how have you been doing with the Flowing Cloud Sword Technique? I'm testing you today!"
Le Shan wasn't the least bit afraid. She lifted her chin and said, "Senior Disciple Sister, you're awful! You're testing me the moment we meet, even though I've missed you so much!
"But my swordsmanship has improved by leaps and bounds. If you don't believe me, ask Junior Brother. Even the palace guards can't beat me now."
Only then did Zhao Jian turn to Li Zhi. With some curiosity, she asked, "You must be Master's disciple in name. I've heard about you in his letters. You're quite accomplished in formations."
Li Zhi was very