Just then, Zhang Xiaohua raised an eyebrow again, seeming to glance outside as he instructed, "Ji Xiaohua, a distinguished guest has arrived at the door. Go greet them in your master's stead!"
Ji Xiaohua froze for a moment, set down what he was holding, and nodded. "Yes, Disciple will go at once!"
Shui Tiantian, meanwhile, stared wide-eyed at Zhang Xiaohua, disbelief written all over his face. Then he turned to look at Ji Xiaohua's departing back, itching terribly to follow and see for himself.
Though Ou Yan and the others were astonished inside, they did not reveal it on their faces. They merely tidied the things in the room a little, their eyes frequently darting toward the door.
Before long, Ji Xiaohua led several people inside. They were none other than Zhang Xiaohu, Hu Yunyi, Li Jian, Du Feng, and Ding Chao!
Du Feng and Ding Chao were carrying gifts of every sort, their faces likewise showing surprise mingled with disbelief.
Once Hu Yunyi and the others entered, they merely gave the room a cursory glance before walking up to Zhang Xiaohua and bowing deeply. With utmost respect, Hu Yunyi said, "Greetings, Immortal Elder. Having received such immense kindness from you, I came today specifically to offer my thanks."
As he spoke, he waved a hand, and Du Feng and Ding Chao presented the gifts. Hu Yunyi continued, "This morning, I asked Great Sect Leader Zhang and learned that your character is lofty and refined, Immortal Elder, and that you do not care for worldly things. As for items of the Immortal Path, I could hardly find any in such a short time. Thus... I brought out the calligraphy and paintings I have collected over several decades. Please do not find them beneath your notice, Immortal Elder. They represent only