Shen Yuan approached the gate of his mansion and opened it slightly, glancing amidst the crowd to spot Wan Ling, Chen Yue, Ling Mei, and Zhao Lian.
He waved his hand towards them in an inviting gesture with a smile.
"Senior Brother Shen Yuan!" Wan Ling called out, her face lighting up as she saw him.
"Glad you all could make it," Shen Yuan said warmly. "Come inside first; I might need a little help here."
The four young women exchanged curious glances but eagerly made their way through the crowd to join him.
As they slipped inside, murmurs rose amidst the other disciples waiting outside.
"Why are they allowed in first?"
"Maybe they're helping him set up?"
Shen Yuan closed the gate momentarily and led the girls toward the garden where the weapons were displayed.
The area was neatly arranged with racks showcasing swords, spears, daggers, and other weapons, each tagged with a price.
