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In front of the Huitong Pavilion in the Capital City, where the official residence was established to entertain envoys of tribute from vassal states, the place was usually guarded by a host of soldiers.
On the black-tiled and white-peeled wall, a sheet of white paper suddenly unfolded, and a yellow-robed scholar emerged from it.
The commanding officer guarding the place was a fur-clad giant with a gold coin braid, standing nine feet tall, with a lion's nose and broad eyes. Just by standing there, he emanated a fierce aura, and it was clear that he was a valiant hero, one who would capture tigers in the mountains and seize dragons in the sea.
"Master San, you truly are a man of your word. Have you brought that treasure?"
Hu San nodded, "I need to see the Prince alone."
"Sure thing, sure thing. Please, come in, and I'll stand watch for you."
With that, the giant led Hu San into a large room...
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