Everyone was just meeting for the first time. Jokes and laughter were abound as both parties relaxed the tension in their hearts. It was best if they could easily acquaint themselves with one another.
Under the cover of the many pagoda trees that lined this shaded path, the ambience was quite pleasant. Together with the beautiful scenery, it made everyone feel as though they were a couple of old friends at first sight.
Obviously, this was all simply an act of courtesy for appearance’s sake. It would be odd if they acted like they were truly old friends on their first meeting.
"I am Tong Renmei. I serve as the School of Blue Jade’s….," Tong Renmei was in the midst of introducing himself as the School of Blue Jade’s Chief Elder.
