Sweeping the Yuan Family's Martial Arts

Ah Da's emphasis only made Chen Xu more interested in that residence. Since he looked like a child now anyway, he simply let the confusion show on his face and asked, "Not even getting close is allowed?"

Seeing Chen Xu's curious expression, Ah Da put on a stern face and walked ahead. "That's right. You're not allowed to approach it. Why ask so many questions? You'll learn when it's time for you to know."

Chen Xu looked toward the ten people about to enter the small residence, a strange glint flashing through his eyes. Without saying more, he followed Ah Da.

"Next, I'll take you to where the Yuan Family stores its Martial Arts. Remember, you may only choose from the first floor. Do not step onto the second floor. The guards upstairs will not show mercy," Ah Da warned, looking back.

They passed through a rocky grove of ornamental hills and walked onto a stone bridge over an artificial pond.

A gust of wind swept past, making the bronze wind chimes hanging from the four upturned corners of the pavilion in the middle of the bridge ring out with a pleasant "ding ding, ding ding."

A girl who appeared to be twelve or thirteen tore off a small piece of dough from the lump in her palm, crushed it, and scattered it into the water.

Watching the fish scramble for food, faint dimples appeared on her fair, jade-like cheeks.

The green jade pendant at her waist swayed gently with her steps. Two strands of hair hung before her chest, while her waist-length hair was as black as ink. A green ribbon wound through it, making her look even more delicate.

"Third Miss." Ah Da lightly jabbed Chen Xu with his elbow, signaling him to imitate him and bow.

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