Old Master Bai had raised Bai Erlang for fourteen years, but had never enjoyed such treatment himself. It was impossible not to feel a bit bitter, but since the person in question was his son's mentor, his bitterness was completely unjustified.
He cleared his throat and entered the courtyard to greet Mr. Zhuang.
Mr. Zhuang eagerly rose to welcome him and sent three disciples to serve tea to Old Master Bai and County Magistrate Yang.
However, the men did not talk for long, as Mr. Zhuang knew that County Magistrate Yang was there to see Bai Shan and Manbao, so after a few polite remarks, he allowed Manbao and others to accompany County Magistrate Yang.
Bai Erlang was about to follow when Old Master Bai suddenly called out to him, "Erlang, you stay here; I need to discuss your studies with your mentor."
Bai Erlang, anxious, replied, "Then ask away, but I'll go and talk to Lord Yang first."
