As soon as Wang Shouzhe's carriage arrived at the entrance of the Wang mansion, he was warmly welcomed by the butler. He was escorted directly to the back courtyard, a place only accessible to those close to the family, passing through the main hall of the front yard.
A lavish spread of fruits and dishes had been prepared in the rear garden in anticipation of the guests' arrival. Wu Dianshan enthusiastically ushered Wang Shouzhe to his seat and introduced him to another guest.
This guest was a middle-aged man dressed in simple attire, who emanated an aura of stern authority. His impressive stature and steady demeanor gave him an imposing presence. A mere glance from him seemed to bore into one's very soul.
Without needing the introduction from Wu Dianshan, Commandery Prince, Wang Shouzhe, with his astute mind, had already guessed who this man in simple garments was.
