Led by the man, the group soon arrived before a large residence with white walls and red tiles by the river.
An elderly man dressed like a gentleman of the ministry had already brought the household out to welcome them.
"Welcome, welcome! Welcome, valiant heroes, for coming to slay demons and subdue devils. This old man is endlessly grateful."
The old gentleman repeatedly clasped his hands and bowed.
None of the young people had ever seen such a display before, so they hurried forward to stop him from bowing.
"Elder, we are still too young to accept such bows from you. Please first show us the situation."
Ma Jingxuan hurriedly said.
"I have prepared all the information regarding Flower Rhythm Temple for you. You have come from afar and must be weary from the journey. Please come inside and rest first. Meet the heroes of the other two sects, then make your plans. It will not be too late."
Though the old gentleman spoke slowly, his words were orderly and his thoughts clear.
"May I ask, Gentleman, which are the other two sects?" Guo Zixuan asked.
"Uh... they are outstanding disciples of the Ten Thousand Flowers Sect and Du Ling Gate," said a lively little girl beside the old gentleman.
The girl looked fifteen or sixteen. She had a slender figure and a pair of bright, watery eyes that seemed able to speak. She wore a fitted black dress that accentuated her waist, and a small doll-shaped black crystal ornament rested in her long black hair. She gave off an adorable, playful, cheerful air.
So even though her complexion was not particularly good, a young man like Guo Zixuan, just beginning to understand love, could not help stealing several extra glances at her.
Lin Xin, however, gave the girl a